This 2-bedroom lodge is a traditional single-storey stone building set within the grounds of the Croft Castle Parkland estate in Bircher, Herefordshire. Recently completely renovated to a high standard by the Croft family, it sits back from the entrance drive surrounded by private enclosed gardens with mature hedgerows. Guests get unrestricted access to the parkland estate.

The lodge sits in the countryside of the Herefordshire, Shropshire and Welsh borders. Fishpool Valley is just 300 yards from the garden gate. Bircher Common, Berrington Hall and Mortimer Forest are all within 5 miles. The market towns of Leominster, Ludlow and Hay-on-Wye are within 23 miles.

The lodge sleeps 4 across two bedrooms. Bedroom one has a king-size bed and bedroom two has a super-king-size bed that converts to 3ft twin beds on request. There is one bathroom with shower over bath and WC. The sitting room has a wood-burning stove and Smart TV.

Croft Ambrey Hillfort is on the estate. Oaker Wood Leisure (3 miles) offers paintballing and quad trekking. Ludlow Castle is around 14 miles away (25 mins). Hay-on-Wye is roughly 23 miles (40 mins).

This rental suits couples or small families wanting direct estate access, countryside walks and a beautifully restored base in Herefordshire. Two dogs welcome.