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The Smithy

(Ref. 1179122)

Lucton near Yarpole, Herefordshire Show on map

Customer rating 4.8

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A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • lovely (10)
  • cottage (10)
  • friendly (8)
  • well (7)
  • great (7)
  • village (7)

15 Customer Reviews

  • "We enjoyed our stay in this old cottage."

    It was very well equipped. Owner on hand to answer any questions and help out if needed. Beautiful surrounding countryside with lots of lovely gardens and NT properties nearby. We were there in a heatwave so appreciated the courtyard garden and the thick walls and stone floors in the cottage!

    Thank you Elaine. it was great to meet you all. so glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner

    Reviewed by Elaine5.0★Jun 2026

  • "Fantastic cottage, comfy, with excellent facilities."

    Lovely friendly welcome with tea, coffee, proper milk from the owners milkman (Big plus), wonderful tasty homemade biscuits too. Owner very close and helpful. Area great for walking with lots of interest. If you want a fast paced holiday, look elsewhere, but if you want interest, relaxation and an active time in a rural community this is for you. Apart from the walks close by, Ludlow is a must and Queen's Wood arboretum is well worth a visit.

    Thank you Liz, so pleased you and Fleet enjoyed your stay. it was lovely to meet you both and I look forward to seeing you again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★Jun 2026

  • "Beautiful cottage in a stunning village."

    Small and perfect for my husband and I. The little courtyard garden was great for our dogs. The host was excellent.

    Thank you Sam, it was lovely to meet you, hope your journey home was a bit cooler! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sam5.0★May 2026

  • "Jan was the perfect host."

    There if needed but not in your face. Quick to respond to any questions. Tip top! Highly recommend

    thank you, it was lovely meeting you all. hopefully see you again Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gaynor5.0★Apr 2026

  • "We loved our stay in the cosy cottage."

    It was well equipped for 2 people. It was a great location with nice places to visit, and easy walks from the front door. Owner was very warm and friendly. I was expecting a bath, but the owner has removed this and replaced with a walk-in shower. Bird song was amazing in the morning.

    so glad you enjoyed your stay, it was lovely to meet you both, and Penny! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Bridget5.0★Mar 2026

  • "The Smithy was spotlessly clean and comfortable, ideal for a peaceful break."

    The owners went above and beyond to help with my stay.

    thank you, great to meet you. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Justine5.0★Jan 2026

  • "What a absolutely gem of place this quite hamlet/village is just what we needed after a busy stressful year year the host was helpful and very informative without being intrusive the peaceful quite area was of the beaten track well worth a visit with for anybody that needs to get away."

    The farms are defo the place to go to buy your food information inside the smithy was well put together and informative all together one of the most enjoyable holidays we have had this year. Very greatfull to the host for the opportunity to visit this place too marks all round

    Reviewed by Noelene5.0★Dec 2025

  • "Lovely cottage and location."

    Owner was very friendly and helpful (milk and tea/coffee provided).

    thank you Helen, come back again when the weather improves! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Helen5.0★Nov 2025

  • "The Smithy is a wonderful and welcoming place to take a relaxing break."

    Very quite and in the middle of nature. A great view of the stars at night and beautiful walks close by. Our Spaniel appreciated the dog toys in the cupboard. We enjoyed the log burner which kept the whole building warm. Jan was friendly and available if we needed her but left us alone otherwise. Definitely a place I would recommend and I look forward to booking it again soon.

    Thank you Ellis. it was great to meet you all, I look forward to seeing you again Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ellis5.0★Oct 2025

  • "Lovely little place, not posh but cosy and comfortable for two."

    In a pretty village with plenty of beautiful countryside nearby.

    thank you, so pleased you enjoyed yourselves Property Owner

    Reviewed by Mandy5.0★Sep 2025

  • "Nice comfortable cottage in a lovely village everything we wanted."

    Would certainly come back again

    thank you Jo, so glad you enjoyed your stay, next time we will try to organise better weather! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Joanna5.0★Sep 2025

  • "We really enjoyed our stay."

    The cottage was extremely clean and well ordered. It was equipped very well and everything worked. The cottage was very tastefully decorated and very cosy. Lovely generously sized towels and lashings of hot water in the well equipped bathroom. The Smithy is a lovely hide-away and Jan our host was so helpful and friendly. The village is small and very peaceful, but there is a farm and village shop very close. We felt very welcome. The local roads are a bit bumpy but rather a sign of the times. We would be very happy to stay at the Smithy again.

    thank you, I hope you will come again, preferably when the weather is better! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alison4.0★Aug 2025

  • "Cosy cottage in lovely rural location good location with easy access to nearby market towns"

    I'm very pleased you enjoyed your stay. I was lovely to meet you Property Owner

    Reviewed by Helen5.0★Aug 2025

  • "We had a lovely week at The Smithy."

    The new owners were friendly and welcoming but unobtrusive. We had a great selection of goodies on arrival

    so pleased that you enjoyed your stay, it was lovely to meet you Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jane4.0★Aug 2025

  • "A quaint little cottage which used to be a Smithy."

    The brand new owners next door couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. A well equipped cottage and the owner Jan provided the things I requested when I didn’t find them. Situated in a lovely little village. Unfortunately the footpaths from the village have styles with no dog access, however just outside the village are some lovely woods and field walks, also there are great walks within short drive away. I had a lovely week and as there was a heat wave, the cottage was perfect to keep cool!

    thank you, it was lovely to meet you Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jenniann4.0★Jul 2025

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Summary

  • One double bedroom
  • Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Electric central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • TV with Freeview, DVD Player, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot available on request
  • Off road parking for 2 cars
  • Lockable bike storage
  • Front enclosed patio with furniture and barbecue
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 2.8 miles, pub 2.2 miles.

The property

Yarpole 2.7 miles.

The Smithy is a charming, detached, Grade II-listed Black and White cottage, situated near the village of Lucton, close to Yarpole, in Herefordshire.

Thoughtfully furnished throughout, this traditional cottage provides warm and welcoming accommodation, perfect for a romantic break away in the most relaxing of locations.

Make your way through the pretty courtyard garden and enter the cottage directly into the well-equipped kitchen and dining area, complete with exposed stone walls and original beams, whilst next door the sitting room provides the perfect place in which to unwind in front of the warming woodburning stove.

From here, climb the stairs to the first floor and discover the bright and airy double bedroom in which to relax after a day exploring the beautiful Herefordshire countryside.

Outside, the enclosed patio makes for an ideal space to relax whilst sipping a refreshing drink on a summer’s evening.

Lucton is a tranquil hamlet which boasts several Black and White cottages, an ancient earthwork, and is surrounded by several lovely villages which are steeped in history, such as Shobdon with its Baroque church.

Mentioned in the Domesday Book, the lovely village of Yarpole is steeped in history and boasts a fine selection of shops selling delicious cheeses, and The Bell Inn, a family pub with a roaring fire serving food and good ales.

For those who enjoy walking and cycling, the area surrounding Yarpole offers many excellent routes, taking in superb views of the rolling countryside and dotted with traditional pubs.

For a great day out, visit one of the interesting National Trust properties close by, including Croft Castle and Berrington Hall, whilst there are many unspoilt villages within driving distance along the Black and White Village Trail, not to mention Leominster, Ludlow, and the delightful Shropshire Hills.

The Smithy is a characterful cottage providing the perfect base for a romantic retreat at any time of the year.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

Where you’ll be staying

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YARPOLE

Leominster 4.8 miles; Ludlow 7.9 miles.

Mortimers Cross is a small village best known for the historic battle fought in 1461 during the Wars of the Roses. The village now has a scattering of cottages, a shop, a local inn and is home to the English Heritage Mortimers Cross Watermill on the River Lugg. Nearby is the little hamlet of Lucton nestled in beautiful Herefordshire countryside on the borders of Radnorshire and Shropshire. The thriving village of Yarpole is also nearby, situated equidistant between the pretty market towns of Ludlow and Leominster. This area is home to the famous Mortimer Trail, a long distance walking route and nearby is the National Trust’s Croft Castle with its medieval fishponds. Enjoy a walk on the nearby Bircher Common, an area of lowland heath offering lovely views of the surrounding Marches, wild horses, sheep grazing and deer, ideal for enjoying the peace and tranquillity of the area. Close by, enjoy an afternoon visit to the Monkland Cheese Dairy, a working dairy producing and selling local, artisan cheeses, as well as offering a well-stocked shop and cafe. Leominster, dating back to the 7th century, possesses some fine examples of architecture including the Priory Church, along with a wide variety of shops, cafes, antique centres and pubs – it’s an ideal place to spend an afternoon. Berrington Hall, plus the Judge's Lodgings in Presteigne, Stokesay Castle, the renowned Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre and the Acton Scott Historic Working Farm are all well worth a visit. Sample Herefordshire's famous cider or discover Hereford with its fascinating Mappa Mundi world map and the captivating chained library, home to a collection of rare and ancient books. The pretty medieval market town of Ludlow makes a great day out, with more than 500 listed buildings and a magnificent castle, and also within easy reach are Bromyard, Ledbury, Ironbridge, Hay-on-Wye and the Long Mynd. There is something for everyone is this delightful area.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
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