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Pool Cottage, Staunton-on-Wye

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Herefordshire » Staunton-on-Wye
Sleeps up to 4
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 2

Pool Cottage is a beautifully renovated 17th-century retreat in rural Herefordshire. This two-bedroom property sits in the peaceful village of Bishopstone, just 1. 2 miles from local shops and 0. 25 miles from the nearest pub. The cottage combines original character with modern comfort throughout.

You're perfectly placed to explore the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park. The area offers exceptional walking routes including Offa's Dyke Path and Mortimer Trail. Hereford lies 7 miles away with its cathedral and museums. Hay-on-Wye's famous bookshops are within easy reach.

The cottage sleeps four guests across two comfortable double bedrooms. Downstairs you'll find a cosy sitting room with electric woodburning stove and Smart TV.

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About Pool Cottage

Pool Cottage is a beautifully renovated 17th-century retreat in rural Herefordshire. This two-bedroom property sits in the peaceful village of Bishopstone, just 1.2 miles from local shops and 0.25 miles from the nearest pub. The cottage combines original character with modern comfort throughout.

You're perfectly placed to explore the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park. The area offers exceptional walking routes including Offa's Dyke Path and Mortimer Trail. Hereford lies 7 miles away with its cathedral and museums. Hay-on-Wye's famous bookshops are within easy reach.

The cottage sleeps four guests across two comfortable double bedrooms. Downstairs you'll find a cosy sitting room with electric woodburning stove and Smart TV. The well-equipped kitchen-diner includes a dishwasher and opens onto a patio area. Upstairs features a modern bathroom with both bath and walk-in shower, plus a separate cloakroom.

Brobury House Gardens (3 miles, 8 minutes) showcases stunning riverside grounds. The National Trust's Weir Garden (5 miles, 12 minutes) offers peaceful riverside walks. Small Breeds Farm Park (6 miles, 15 minutes) entertains families. Hereford Cathedral (7 miles, 18 minutes) displays the famous Mappa Mundi.

Pool Cottage suits couples and families with children over five. One well-behaved dog is welcome. This spotlessly maintained property delivers exceptional quality for your Herefordshire escape.

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Pool Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Pool Cottage during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Herefordshire's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Brobury House Gardens
Distance: 3 miles
HR3 6BS
The Weir Garden (National Trust)
Distance: 5 miles
HR4 8AJ
Small Breeds Farm Park
Distance: 6 miles
HR6 0PG
Black Mountains
Distance: 12 miles
NP7 7NW
Hergest Ridge
Distance: 8 miles
HR5 3EG
Offa's Dyke Path
Distance: 10 miles
HR5 3AY
Oakchurch Farm Shop
Distance: 4 miles
HR4 7RH
Hereford City Centre
Distance: 7 miles
HR1 2LR
Hay-on-Wye
Distance: 14 miles
HR3 5AE
Hereford Cathedral
Distance: 7 miles
HR1 2NG
Hay-on-Wye Bookshops
Distance: 14 miles
HR3 5BX
Kington Town
Distance: 9 miles
HR5 3BX
Brobury House Gardens
Distance: 3 miles
HR3 6BS
The Weir Garden (National Trust)
Distance: 5 miles
HR4 8AJ
Small Breeds Farm Park
Distance: 6 miles
HR6 0PG
Black Mountains
Distance: 12 miles
NP7 7NW
Hergest Ridge
Distance: 8 miles
HR5 3EG
Offa's Dyke Path
Distance: 10 miles
HR5 3AY
Oakchurch Farm Shop
Distance: 4 miles
HR4 7RH
Hereford City Centre
Distance: 7 miles
HR1 2LR
Hay-on-Wye
Distance: 14 miles
HR3 5AE
Hereford Cathedral
Distance: 7 miles
HR1 2NG
Hay-on-Wye Bookshops
Distance: 14 miles
HR3 5BX
Kington Town
Distance: 9 miles
HR5 3BX

Is Pool Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Pool Cottage welcomes families with children aged five and over. Small Breeds Farm Park sits 6 miles away offering hands-on animal experiences. The cottage provides a safe base with enclosed downstairs living spaces and comfortable bedrooms. Nearby attractions include Hereford's museums and the interactive Waterworks Museum. The peaceful garden offers outdoor play space though it's not fully enclosed. Walking trails suitable for older children start from the doorstep.
For Couples
This romantic 17th-century cottage offers couples complete privacy in a peaceful rural setting. The cosy sitting room features an electric woodburning stove and plush seating for relaxing evenings. The patio catches evening sun for alfresco dining with countryside views. Explore Hay-on-Wye's bookshops together or walk the stunning Black Mountains. The modern bathroom includes both bath and walk-in shower. Thoughtful touches like fresh flowers and quality furnishings create an intimate atmosphere.
Pet Friendly
Pool Cottage welcomes one well-behaved dog to join your stay. The property sits 0.25 miles from a dog-friendly pub and offers immediate access to excellent walking routes. The Black Mountains and Hergest Ridge provide outstanding trails for energetic dogs. A small patio area allows outdoor relaxation though the garden isn't fully enclosed so supervision is needed. Local footpaths start from the doorstep. The cottage interior features easy-clean floors downstairs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Pool Cottage

The Pilgrim Hotel

Located 15 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: HR2 9QH

Local Village Pub

Located 0.25 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: HR4 7JE

Hereford City Restaurants

Located 7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: HR1 2LR

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Pool Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Pool Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property features a modern bathroom with both a bath and walk-in shower instead.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, one well-behaved dog is welcome at Pool Cottage. The garden is not fully enclosed so owners should supervise their pets outside.
How many guests does Pool Cottage sleep?
Pool Cottage sleeps four guests across two double bedrooms. The property is not suitable for children under five years old.
What parking is available?
The cottage provides off-road parking for two cars on a curved driveway. Some guests noted the driveway requires careful navigation.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen includes a dishwasher, full cooking equipment and dining area. Guests praised how well-equipped it is, with one noting even a garlic press was provided.
Is there a garden or outdoor space?
Yes, there's a small patio area accessed from the kitchen-diner. The garden offers countryside views and catches evening sun, though it's not fully enclosed.
What shops and pubs are nearby?
The nearest shop is 1.2 miles away and a pub sits just 0.25 miles from the cottage. Hereford city centre with full shopping facilities is 7 miles away.
Can I smoke at Pool Cottage?
No, Pool Cottage is a non-smoking property. Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside or outside the cottage.

Pool Cottage Reviews

Suzanne
We had a wonderful stay at Pool Cottage! Sadly only two nights and will plan to visit again for longer! A beautifully kept cottage with all the mod cons that made our brief stay very comfortable and enjoyable. Lots of parking to make it easier for my elderly mum and dog in tow! Easy access to some lovely walks nearby. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Lesley
Absolutely lovely, everything was perfect the cosy and romantic cottage, the village and the amazing walks. Will make an effort to come again from Canada
A lovely very well presented cottage. Great walks for our dog and close to Hereford for shopping. . Definitely worth a visit. Very comfortable and relaxing place to be. Would highly recommend a stay at Pool Cottage.
Pool cottage is clean, comfortable well equiped and beautifully decorated. We enjoyed our stay there very much. One minor criticism was no freezer, only a small box in the fridge which was too small to hold the frozen food we had brought with us. Dog owner should be made aware the garden is not fully enclosed.
Heather
The cottage was absolutely amazing, we loved it! Everything seemed brand new, all very well thought out, down to the little details such as ornaments and warm lighting. It was a real home from home, it was clear a lot of thought had gone into everything. The sun even sat over the little patio set in the garden in the evenings so we could enjoy the last of the sunshine. Thank you for such an enjoyable stay for our bank holiday.
Lovely cottage a real credit to the owners,very clean and well maintained would happily book again.
Christine
As we walked into Pool cottage,I was greeted by a fresh fragrance and a very clean well kept cottage. The interior had been decorated to a high spec but retaining all the characters of the 18th century cottage.The kitchen was well supplied,the furniture comfortable,the bedroom were small but again very comfortable with good bedding and lastly the bathroom bright airy modern fixtures and good shower.We stayed one week,we felt very relaxed and happy there.
Gillian
What a gem of a cottage. We had such a wonderfully relaxing time here, as the house was pristine, comfortable, homely, and had everything we needed. We could have stayed far longer than the 4 days we had booked.
A superb renovation of a 17th century traditional cottage. A very comfortable retreat with good seating in all downstairs areas and comfortable beds with a quality bathroom upstairs. A well equipped kitchen makes for pleasant evenings in cooking if you choose.
Having stayed in over 20 cottages around England, Scotland and Wales, we would definitely put Pool Cottage in the one of the better ones category as it was bright, warm, comfortable, nicely decorated and just had a good feel to it. The only very minor downside was the curved driveway was a little tricky to navigate, but that might be more down to the driver's parking inability!
Immaculate cottage , lovely and cosy . Equipped with everything you need . We had a lovely stay very quiet and finished to a really high standard .owner very prompt in sorting out the TV for us . Would highly recommend .
Howard
We had a lovely stay in this beautiful cottage which was comfy and clean. Would definitely recommend and would stay again if were visiting that area again. We also recommend dinner at Pilgrim Hotel, half an hours drive away but beautiful meals there. Thank you.
Beautiful cottage, immaculately clean with everything we could need. Great location to local gardens, Hay in Wye and an amazing farm shop.
We really enjoyed our stay at Pool Cottage and it was probably the cleanest and best maintained property we have ever visited. The facilities were excellent and it was great how well equipped the kitchen was, even down to providing a garlic press! The location was lovely with nice walks nearby and we'd definitely recommend the property to others.
Melanie
The house was excellent very cosy and very tastefully decorated. it had all that we needed. it was so lovely to find some flowers and biscuits on the table and milk in the fridge. Garden view very nice. I could quite easily have lived there and made it my home! I am taking the colour idea in the bathroom for mine that am updating and so too colour in kitchen for my bedroom! Certainly recommend to others to go. I also felt it was good value for money given the quality of the house furnishings etc,
Barbara
What a lovely holiday cottage this is , one of the best Sykes cottages we have stayed in . The decor and furnishings were of the very highest standard and the rooms were spotlessly clean . We immediately felt at home and had an enjoyable week relaxing in the cottage and exploring the Herefordshire countryside. In particular we enjoyed our visits to Ledbury and the beautiful village of Weobley .
We had a wonderful stay at this charming cottage. It was cozy and welcoming, and it had all the amenities we needed for a relaxing getaway. We enjoyed exploring the nearby walks. We highly recommend this cottage for anyone looking for a peaceful retreat.
Dennis
Best Sykes property of the many that we have stayed in absolutely spotless!
Pristine condition with lovely views across the Herefordshire countryside.
Sebastian
Very nice cottage, clean to high standard, located in quiet village perfect for escape from city or town, with short drive distance to shops and restaurants.
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