Castle Cliffe
Hereford
Castle Cliffe was built in the 13th century as the watergate to Hereford Castle, and has been in almost continuous use ever since. At various times the Governor’s Lodge, a private residence and a jail, the house has recently been luxuriously renovated with traditional paints, period furniture, open fires and a four poster bed. Surrounded by parkland, and with riverside gardens and views of bishop’s meadow beyond, the house is wonderfully tranquil and yet only a few minutes walk from shops, restaurants, theatre, cinema, the Cathedral and Mappa Mundi Exhibition.
The City of Hereford is surrounded by beautiful countryside easily accessible by foot or car. The Wye Valley Walk passes within metres of the house, and the Brecon Beacons, Black Mountains and Tintern Abbey are within easy reach by car. Or, if you prefer antique shops and art galleries, pretty villages, tea and cake, border castles and old churches, you can explore the Welsh Marches and local towns and villages such as Hay-on-Wye, Ludlow, Monmouth, Ross, Kilpeck, Skenfrith and Weobly.
Reviews:
Alastair Sawday’s Special Places to Stay: ‘a wonderful holiday spot’ and ‘a rare gem in a world of self-catering naff’.
The Sunday Times Travel Section (November 2004): ‘an exquisite restoration triumph’
Facilities include:
Sleeps 6 people in three bedrooms (2 x double, 1 x twin), cot and highchair available, TV, DVD, central heating, open fires, riverside garden, washing machine, fridge-freezer, microwave, blender, four-poster bed; bed linen, towels and coal provided.
Prices:
£400.00 - £850.00 per week. Short breaks are also available. Sorry, no pets.
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An historic holiday home
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Three bedrooms, sleeping 6, plus cot
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Bathroom with medieval stone walls
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South facing, sheltered riverside garden |
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