Long Cover Cottage is 4 Star Gold retreat from the outside world.
Rabbits scamper, buzzards soar and windows flood rooms with light in this cosy stable with glorious views. Let the kids and dogs roam free!
Stealing its name from the backdrop of ancient undisturbed woodland, the cottage and its surrounds make a natural family home – for both frazzled humans and local badgers. Winding your way up the long peaceful track to this converted stable, you catch glorious glimpses of the Teme and Kyre valleys; the setting is spectacular. On arrival, you're greeted by the delightful Ellie, whose grounds and beautifully tended English country garden you share. Generous windows flood rooms with light that bounces off polished elm floorboards; a wood-burner and Aga keep things cosy, the kitchen is handcrafted, the views are long and bucolic. Upstairs, bedrooms are brass-bedded and floral, tucked under the eaves in that cottagey way. You get a handy loo and basin up here, and a sparkling bathroom with a roll top tub downstairs. Lucky children have seven acres to romp in, and a secret treehouse with hammocks and a barbecue for midnight feasts. Resting on the borders of three counties, this is prime walking country. Bustling Ledbury and Ludlow, England's slow food capital, are just a drive away.
The cottage offers magnificent views in all directions-over the Teme and Kyre valleys, ancient woodland and unspoilt farmland. Longcover is a detached cottage in a very rural position. Guests will enjoy a private patio at the side which looks on to fish pools and an ancient oak woodland. Leading directly from the cottage is an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways where badgers and owls may be seen. Tenbury Wells, an attractive spa and market town in the Teme Valley, is 4 miles away. The fine Georgian town of Ludlow is 25 minute drive away.
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Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50
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About the area
Tenbury Wells
Tenbury Wells is home to this cottage. Brockhampton Estate and Berrington Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oaker Wood Leisure and CJ's Old Grove Farm Shop. Clee Hills and South Shropshire Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
The Time Machine Museum of Science Fiction - 17 min drive - 16.1 km
Brockhampton Estate - 23 min drive - 20.4 km
Malvern Hills - 31 min drive - 31.2 km
Getting around
Bewdley Station - 30 min drive
Restaurants
The Rose and Crown - 10 min drive
The Baiting House - 15 min drive
The Peacock Inn - 11 min drive
The Market Tavern - 9 min drive
The Fountain Inn - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Long Cover Cottage is 4 Star Gold retreat from the outside world. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Long Cover Cottage is 4 Star Gold retreat from the outside world.?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Long Cover Cottage is 4 Star Gold retreat from the outside world. on 20 June 2026 start from AU$319, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Long Cover Cottage is 4 Star Gold retreat from the outside world.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Long Cover Cottage is 4 Star Gold retreat from the outside world.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Long Cover Cottage is 4 Star Gold retreat from the outside world.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Long Cover Cottage is 4 Star Gold retreat from the outside world. located?
Situated in Tenbury Wells, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Tenbury Museum, Tenbury Pump Rooms and Shropshire Hills. The Time Machine Museum of Science Fiction and Brockhampton Estate are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Stunning and very well kept gardens.
Beautiful property
Very well equipped cottage
Pleasant owners living in adjacent house
Very quiet rural location
Thoroughly enjoyed fantastic 60th birthday party
Many thanks
Clare & George
Long Cover cottage is the perfect retreat in the perfect setting run by the perfect host. The cottage and grounds are utterly beautiful and the freedom to wander around, and use the facilities: an outdoor pizza oven, croquet set, two gorgeous, well equipped bothys, was magical. Eleanor was wonderful - warm, friendly and helpful but unobtrusive, genuinely the perfect host. I would recommend to anyone wanting to get away from it all; the only sounds to be heard are the birds, bees and wildlife and the wind in the trees. We will definitely be back.
The long lane up to the house was very rough and had to stop and break off spikey branches to avoid damages to paint work of car. Host not available on arrival, a large dog appeared and jumped up and scratched car. Host denied this happened!!! No clear sign to indicate cottage was behind hosts house. Outside area was dirty and unkept. Could not wait to leave!!!
Martin F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2025
I am delighted you couldn’t find anything wrong with Longcover cottage.I agree the garden looks awful due to the 4 months of no rain in the Uk.Every plant flowered and went over so quickly.I am now left thinking do I cut everything back and let light in for weeds or leave it for a while..The hedges bordering fields which is the mile long hedges you complained of can’t be cut yet by law to protect the birds.There was a bramble that dropped down which you kindly broke off.Regarding my dog there is video evidence of your early arrival at my front door with Arlo coming out and rolling over for a tickle and then going back in when you left.Please ask to see it .The agency has it.I was inside watching Wimbledon .If you had rung ither of the bells I would have heard considering all the doors and windows were open.I normally show people round to the cottage but just explained how get there because of your rudeness.It can be seen all the way up the drive also.
This was our second visit to Long Cover as a family of four. Great to be able to eat out on the terrace and wander through the garden. Next door to the owners house - even a lovely Labrador to greet us.
Hostess was superb and available at any time although fortunately, we didn’t really need her. She lives on site and responded to our enquiries almost instantly.
Beautiful gardens, great views, all sorts of cubby holes to hide out and read in (in inclement weather, a great spot to sit comfortably and light the stove ). Don’t visit if you’re looking for entertainment- it is quiet and excellent for walking and solitude.
There is a dog on the property and he is a big, young, hyper puppy. He’s strong but such a nice animal and super social; he doesn’t bark or enter your rooms.
Remember you’re in the country and be respectful and responsible!
I couldn’t say more
Excellent location and views to die for
Fabulous cottage supplied with everything you need 😀
Upstairs bedrooms limited storage and WC Very Bijou
But really enjoyed our stay
As soon as we arrived we wanted to stay longer. The view, spectacular; peace, perfect; little house, charming. Everything clean and well thought out, good amount of kitchen utensils and equipment, cooker as well as aga. Enough wood for daily fires, private terrace and garden space. Walking directly from the garden to lovely bluebell woods and fields. Eleanor and family were charming and helpful with everything and very tolerant of our old dog who went to visit them. Just lovely , did I mention the view?
Such a lovely place in a fabulous area. Full of interesting things. Everything you could need. Super comfy beds. The garden is amazing and there is a little garden house with a stove and tea things.
Chickens and wildlife.
Just got everything.
We stayed at the cottage to get away from the noise of New Year fireworks, mainly for the dog's sake. It was perfect. Really warm and comfortable with only the sound of owls at night. The only thing we didn't enjoy was the muddy track up to the cottage, but this was a minor issue. Loved the ducks and peahens in the garden. The grounds would be lovely in the summer.
Absolutely amazing cottage and grounds, like being in your own National Trust house and gardens.
Elle was great and made us feel very welcome.
Lots of fun places to visit in the area.
Thank you for a great week.
The cottage and surrounding gardens are absolutely beautiful with lots to see and a truly unique period cottage. The rental description says that children are welcome but for me this property was not suitable for small children. The lawned area at the back of my the cottage falls away by a few feet to the path at the back which meant we couldn’t let my youngest explore the garden without us next to her. The owners also had a large new dog that took some of my daughters football and came into the cottage, he also jumped up at my daughter making her cry: he was not vicious at all but if the dog wasn’t trained yet he shouldn’t have been let out when young children were staying on the property.
Amanda T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2021
I am terribly sorry again my Labrador puppy who is 6 months old ran over to greet you while you were staying.He is being trained and rarely is allowed off the lead in the garden .On this occasion someone must have not shut the stable door fully.He is very friendly and you would also have noticed he doesn’t bark.
Our cottages welcome children and say child friendly which we feel is based on allowing them to play through imagination and have the freedom of large amounts of space away from busy lives and traffic.We offer the chance to play in the woods and streams making dams and dens and mud slides .
The cottage and its grounds were just lovely. There was plenty of room for our family of 5, our puppy and the puppy crate and the cottage was super cosy and well equipped. Lovely white linens too. Loved the owls hooting at night and the bees and woodpeckers during the day. Would happily go back and explore the area further now that we have our bearings. Many thanks for such a super break.
We loved our stay at Long Cover cottage, we wish we could have stayed longer! In this crazy time it was the escape we all needed as a family. We loved going for walks and exploring the grounds. Our daughter loved the swings and we all loved snuggling in with the log fire on in the evenings. Ellie was a great host and we hope to return again in the future.
Warm friendly welcome (& cake), fabulous old property, stunning setting and views, cosy and comfortable...everything we could ask for a get together with family for a few days. The property immediately hugs you and makes you feel relaxed, especially as it was so warm from the Aga on a cold evening! Beautiful views and walks as soon as you open the door, the children and dog loved exploring the woods and garden.
Beds were very comfortable ...just a tad too heavy duvets for our personal liking, but we just opened the windows and as there is complete silence outside (apart from the odd owl) we all slept soundly.
Town just a few minutes away-Ellie recommended some places to eat -we had Sunday Lunch at the Rose and Crown which we highly recommend. Also visited Kyre garden, just a mile away. Apparently under a long renovation, but a great place to wander amongst some beautiful trees, especially in Autumn...and discover a few surprises!
All in all a lovely, relaxing, snug Autumn break at Long Cover Cottage. Thank you Ellie
Another lovely week end at Longcover Cottage . Relaxing surroundings a place to go to get away from it all.
Homely cottage and made to feel most welcome as ever by “Ellie” , thank you for the cake .looking forward to our next visit already.
The Travis Family x
We were a family of 2 oldies, 2 adults a 5 year old and a baby . The cottage was in an ideal setting for our family holiday. The cottage met our needs apart from cupboard and fridge space for a weeks groceries. we later learned from Ellie we could have used her spare fridge.
We could have stayed in the garden all week but there was so much to go and see within reasonable driving time that we had a varied week of fun, culture and lovely garden visits. We would love to return sometime.
Lyn S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rob K.
8 Apr 2019
Totally relaxing!
The house is set in a lovely garden next to a rustic woodland. The interior is smart and clean, the wood burner makes the evenings cosy and warm. Plenty of wildlife around which had the dog on red alert.
Thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing break. Ellie is a perfect host, close enough to assist with any issue, but allows you the space to enjoy your break.
Rob K.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
Zoe H.
30 Dec 2018
Characterful, cosy and quirky!
We loved our Christmas stay in Long Cover cottage! Ellie had decorated the place beautifully and we were delighted with our Christmas tree and lights. The wood burner and aga kept the place cosy and warm. The open plan kitchen/dining room was perfect to prepare our meals and the grounds are stunning with views over the fields and walks within easy reach! The upstairs toilet is quite small and better for short people but there is a full sized downstairs bathroom too! The beds were a bit on the soft side if you are particular about that - might be a pro or con. We had a good time though and would highly recommend.
Zoe H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Teresa B.
18 Nov 2018
Wonderful, cosy, comfortable retreat surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Just back from a wonderful weekend relaxing in the beautiful Long Cover cottage. The cottage is set in beautiful gardens surrounded by open countryside. It is beautifully furnished and is equipped with everything you could possibly need. Everything is spotless with comfortable seating and beds. We are already planning on returning in the new year. Thank you Eleanor.
Teresa B.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven V.
4 Nov 2018
Beautiful cottage in idyllic surrounds
Had a lovely weekend at this cottage with some friends. The property is well appointed and very comfortable. And the owner very welcoming; delicious cake on our arrival! Cottage is set in superb grounds, with views over the countryside. Would definitely recommend.
Steven V.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheena E.
2 Nov 2018
Fantastic cottage and surroundings, perfect for family adventures!
We had a wonderful stay in a beautifully well kept cottage, the cake and fresh flowers on arrival was a lovely surprise and our children loved exploring all the nooks and crannys inside and out! We would definitely return!
Sheena E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
About the host
Hosted by Eleanor Van Straaten
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