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The Throne Weobley, luxury Grade 2*-listed house in UK Village of the Year

The Throne Weobley, luxury Grade 2*-listed house in UK Village of the Year

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Overview of The Throne Weobley, luxury Grade 2*-listed house in UK Village of the Year

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Map
Weobley, England
  • Popular LocationHerefordshire Raceway3 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Herefordshire Golf Club6 min drive
  • Popular LocationHampton Court Castle17 min drive
  • AirportBirmingham (BHX)101 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Throne Weobley, luxury Grade 2*-listed house in UK Village of the Year

Featured in The Guardian's 'Fab 50 cool cottages and cabins to rent this summer', April 2016.

Sleeps 13 or 6 with 35% discount
4 double, 1 triple and 2 single bedrooms + 4 bathrooms (1 en suite)
Large enclosed garden
4 woodburning stoves
Super master bedroom with four poster
Big, light open plan kitchen and living space
Table tennis, trampoline, badminton, table football
Baby grand piano
Great walks on doorstep and short walk to pub
Dog friendly
National Trust properties, Black Mountains, Mappa Mundi, Offa's Dyke, Hay on Wye

The Throne is a beautiful Grade 2*-listed house in an award-winning black and white village in rolling English countryside. The owners have carefully added a huge open plan living area to the original medieval building to create a stunning and relaxed place to stay. The garden is enchanting with its large lawn, pretty patios and well tended flower beds. There's no better place to be, whether you want to enjoy a morning coffee, play badminton, bounce on the trampoline, read a book, light the barbecue, enjoy fabulous local cheese and a glass of Weobley beer or just lie on the grass and listen to the birds. A lot of guests never want to leave the premises (and that was before lockdown!)

With 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and generous entertaining space, the Throne is dog friendly, ideal for family gatherings, friend reunions, and special celebrations. It's also sufficiently homely for a couple or small party to enjoy (there is a 35% discount for up to 6 people using 3 bedrooms).

This outstanding Grade II* listed house has a fascinating history and a Royal connection from which it takes its name. Begun in 1478 and expanded in 16th century, it hosted Charles I for a night in 1645 during the English Civil War. He came fresh from relieving the siege of Hereford, a rare victory for the Royalists at that time. The original Tudor bedrooms, one of which the king slept in, and even older north wing are home to secret passages, original floorboards, glimpses of wattle and daub and other delightful features showing how the house has evolved over the centuries. A specially written guide encourages young (and old) explorers to follow the clues. We aim to make sure our prices are reasonable to give more people the opportunity to enjoy and appreciate this very special place.

Weobley is the largest and best preserved of the classic black and white villages of Herefordshire. It's also a very friendly and vibrant village and The One Show's 'Village of the Year 2017'. It has a fine traditional English pub (the Sal'), three excellent places to eat (which also do takeaways), a butcher, delicatessen, wholefood emporium and well-stocked village shop. There are lovely circular walks straight from the house.

Property manager

Anna Longman

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
For use of the baby grand piano, we ask for a £10 contribution towards tuning and maintenance. This can be left at the house.
No fireworks please (New Year's Eve excepted)

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Hereford

Located in Hereford, this holiday home is in a rural area. The Herefordshire Golf Club and Ticknock Mountain Bike Trails are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Queenswood Country Park and River Wye. Travelling with kids? Consider Herefordshire Raceway and Westonbury Mill Water Gardens. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
Map
Weobley, England

What's nearby

  • Herefordshire Raceway - 3 min drive
  • The Herefordshire Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Hampton Court Castle - 17 min drive
  • Hereford Cathedral - 19 min drive
  • National Trust's Croft Castle and Parkland - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Leominster Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Crown Inn - 5 min drive
  • Shobdon Airfield Coffee Shop - 19 min drive
  • The Tram Inn - 10 min drive
  • Salutation Inn - 1 min walk
  • The Red Lion - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Throne Weobley, luxury Grade 2*-listed house in UK Village of the Year pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Throne Weobley, luxury Grade 2*-listed house in UK Village of the Year?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Throne Weobley, luxury Grade 2*-listed house in UK Village of the Year?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Throne Weobley, luxury Grade 2*-listed house in UK Village of the Year located?

This family-friendly Hereford holiday home is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Weobley Jubilee Heritage Trail and Herefordshire Raceway. The Herefordshire Golf Club is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house
This is a stunning property and very comfortable. However , the oven was dirty and smelled of grease. The baking trays were also very greasy and had to be washed before use. There was an old newspaper under one of the beds. Very small TV in the sitting room and not enough comfortable seating for a large party
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful characterful property
A group of 12 of us had a wonderful weekend at The Throne reading books. The kitchen is large and well-equipped, bedrooms are plentiful and the beds are really comfortable, there are plenty of bathrooms including two lovely baths. Communication with the owner and housekeeper was easy and efficient. The house was spacious and full of Tudor character but also surprisingly warm and comfortable. We didn't explore the village much because we were so happy in the house reading books but it looks magical and there was some nice gentle walks around the old castle earthworks and fields nearby. A wonderful weekend - thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter F., High Ercall

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
October weekend
Had a lovely weekend with 9 people but there was no hot water in the 2 upstairs pods. Not a problem as we were all good friends and able to share the other 2 bathrooms. Plenty of space for us all. But could possible do with another couple of easy chairs in the lounge. We all fitted in and the house was lovely and warm. Could do with some extra wine glasses in the kitchen or the dining room. Lots of cooking pots and serving bowls provided for our Sunday roast. A super weekend in a great location. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous!
We spent Christmas at this fabulous property - 3 grandparents, 4 children and their partners and 3 grandchildren. We had the best time! The history of the house is fascinating. The accommodation for a large party like ours is exceptional - so much space and so well equipped. The grandchildren loved the secret passages! it was beautifully warm and there was loads of hot water for showering. The table tennis was a bonus. The village of Weobley is also lovely and has a restaurant, 2 pubs, coffee shop, tea shop and convenience store. There's plenty to do locally as well. Can't fault it - fabulous!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A historic house from the 14th & 15th century
We (three sons with wives/partners and 3 children including 2 toddlers and their great-grandmother) had a great time during our weekend family get-together. The secluded garden and communal areas were excellent including a huge kitchen/dining/living area, a dining room with not one but two chandeliers (where we celebrated a birthday), and a cozy sitting room. The downstairs bedroom with en suite was excellent and had an very comfortable Hypnos mattress. The upstairs accommodation was more basic and rustic with uneven floors from the 14th and 15th century. Minor negatives included a lack of wardrobes, a mattress in the master bedroom which had seen better days, a TV which was small for the size of the sitting room, and too few hand towels, rubbish bags and dishwasher tablets. We all had a good time and enjoyed the history of the place and Weobley.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Anna Longman

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I am a history and interior-design mad civil servant. I love old buildings, beautiful landscapes, cycling, walking, exploring, especially in the company of husband and spaniel. And our children of course. I realise that most things I have acquired - dog, house, rucksack, favourite jumpers - are black and white and feel especially relaxed in a black and white setting, of which Weobley is the most. And I love colour as its counterpoint in garden and interiors .

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with this house on a long weekend away for William and Kate’s Royal Wedding. 12 months’ later we’d bought it and two years later finished the restoration -thanks to Andrew, our conservation architect, a fantastic local building firm, an army of expert craftsmen from all over the county, and with full support from English Heritage. We are thrilled with the result (and our dog likes it so much he often will refuse to leave). However it was always our intention that the house should be shared with others and not be a blank presence in the village. We are now delighted to have other people visiting and sharing our surprise and discoveries in the house, the beautiful Wye valley, the spectacular Black Mountains and great houses and gardens of the Welsh Marches. Come and see!

What makes this property unique

We love the architecture: the medieval wing, the top notch Tudor drawing room with its dramatic counter-pattern ceiling, the charming Strawberry Gothic windows, the details on the timbers - ancient decorations, builder's initials, complete set of carpenters' marks showing how the house was put together. We love living in the huge open plan area at the back of the house where all the music, cooking and conversation happens and you feel immersed in the garden. The huge windows and floor to ceiling doors make it so light, yet sheltered. You feel enclosed in your own special world.

Languages:

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
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