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Sitting room
double bedroom

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Leominster, England
  • Place, Yarpole Shop - The Shop in the Church
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ludlow Castle
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, West Midland Safari Park
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Picturesque Black And White Cottage

This is a old timber framed cottage, with bathroom extension. The decor is traditional but not modern. The cottage is secluded but not isolated. Access is down a quiet country lane in the hamlet of Bircher. The nearby villages of Yarpole and Orleton are within walking distance and both have thriving village shops (Yarpole community shop is in the church) and churches. There are a wealth of footpaths in the area as well as long distance footpaths. The Mortimer Trail and Offa's Dyke path are both within reach. The area is one of rolling hills and agricultural land, in one of the most beautiful areas of the Welsh Marches. The garden is mostly lawn with scattered fruit trees which provide some shade in summer. Vintage garden furniture.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking indoors.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leominster

Located in Leominster, this cottage is in a rural area. National Trust's Croft Castle and Parkland and Castle Lodge are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Ludlow Food Centre and Westonbury Mill Water Gardens. Herefordshire Raceway and Clee Hills are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Leominster, England

What's nearby

  • Yarpole Shop - The Shop in the Church - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Ludlow Castle - 14 min drive - 14.4 km
  • West Midland Safari Park - 41 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Morgan Motor Company - 45 min drive - 52.6 km
  • Three Counties Showground - 50 min drive - 56.8 km

Getting around

  • Leominster Station - 13 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Roys Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Grape Vaults - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Dukes Head (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Inn - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Picturesque Black And White Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Picturesque Black And White Cottage?

As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Picturesque Black And White Cottage on 14 Mar 2026 start from AU$133, 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 Picturesque Black And White Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Picturesque Black And White Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Picturesque Black And White Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Picturesque Black And White Cottage located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Yarpole Shop - The Shop in the Church, National Trust's Croft Castle and Parkland and Oaker Wood Leisure. Kilpeck Church and Mortimer Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful rural getaway

Very cosy with plenty to do within both walking and short driving distance
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dick d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

We had a great week in this beautiful cottage. Beautiful places to visit, good restaurants and nice trails for hiking. Linda & Dick, The Netherlands
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Eric R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Olde Worlde Charm

My wife and I very much enjoyed our week at Gatehouse Cottage. The cottage exudes an olde world charm with its huge wooden beams and stone fireplace, while being comfortable and well equipped. The large orchard was beautiful and the location was wonderfully quiet and peaceful. Its close proximity to two National Trust properties, Croft Castle and Berrington Hall, was a great bonus too. We were grateful to the owner for quickly resolving an issue with the back door. Unfortunately, our first impression of the cottage were not the best due to its old, rickety wooden gate, which is in need of replacement. Also, we found the so called "vintage" garden furniture to be rusty, uncomfortable and virtually unusable. Fortunately, we had our own fold up chairs with us so we were able to enjoy the lovely orchard. The owner mentioned that she was thinking of providing new reclining chairs, which would be a great benefit. Overall though, the cottage is lovely and we would really like to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE

Really enjoyed our third stay at this lovely cottage. The garden is amazing and it is a great location for visiting the many lovely places in Herefordshire. There are some beautiful walks right on the doorstep. Thank you Mary and Steve for a another lovely stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oscar T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

This gorgeous cottage was perfect for us. Really cosy with its log burner and central heating. Long country walks can be had right from its doorstep with no need to drive anywhere. It is perfect for a “get away from it all” holiday. I am a bit reluctant to say just how great it is in case it’s not available for our inevitable return. There are so many cottages available but you can’t go wrong with this one.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Wonderful Stay

We really enjoyed our second stay at this lovely cottage. The garden is so beautiful and the cottage is very quaint and has everything you could possibly need. The area is ideal for visiting many local areas of interest. Hopefully we will be able to stay again very soon. Thank you so much.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rural Retreat

Charming, comfortable and picturesque. Cosy and well equipped, quiet and peaceful, rural and rustic. Would suit countryside lovers, walkers and those with an interest in history.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short getaway

Lovely countryside cottage. Secluded and surrounded by beautiful views. Plenty of nearby pubs that cater for lunch and dinner and close by is Croft Castle which is amazing and has some lovely walks. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Gill S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

Beautiful old cottage in a lovely location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay at charming cottage

We had a really enjoyable short stay here in this cottage. We loved the garden and spent most of our time in it when we were not out exploring. Would definitely recommend a stay here.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alison J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage

This is a dream cottage you never want to leave. Peace and quiet, broken only by bird song. Lovely garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay in a fantastic cottage

This is a lovely cottage set in a idyllic peaceful location. The garden was beautiful and perfect for the children to run around. The cottage is perfectly situated to explore Ludlow and the surrounding countryside. We had a lovely meal at the Bell in nearby Yarpole, and a lovely day at Hampton Court Castle. We would definitely stay here again and hope to return one day.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent cottage

We loved our stay at this beautiful cottage. The garden is lovely and the location is ideal as there are many places to visit in this area and some beautiful walks. The cottage had absolutely everything we needed. Lovely comfy bed and the shower was good.. We would highly recommend and definitely would love to come back again. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

julie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

herefordshire break

Great place to stay, lovely garden for kids.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage in Yarpole

Lovely place to stay. Very peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homely cottage

Homely cottage with lots of character in a lovely location. Lots of walks are possible from the door.

10/10 Excellent

Valerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Homely accommodation

Clean and well equipped. Mary left us an array of goodies which was very much appreciated. We chose the property for its location to National Trust properties ie Berrington Hall, Croft Castle, Stokesay Castle and also lovely gardens including Hampton Court Castle, well worth a visit. As we have been self isolating, average age 80 years we managed to maintain this.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great family stay

The photos don’t do it justice, the cottage is lovely, with everything you need. The garden is massive and enclosed, so great for kids. It’s location means you are close to a lots of fun days out (we had a car). The owner was very quick with any little questions we had and left some lovely treats on our arrival. Would definitely recommend.

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lockdown getaway!

Lovely to have a beautiful change of scenery after being confined to barracks for over 3 months! Cottage is comfy & reasonably equipped & perfect for 2 adults and 2 small children. Huge garden full of wildlife.. rabbits are almost tame.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tera R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Classic Cottage

This cottage is so homey and charming! My fiancé and I had a lovely Christmas stay in this much needed retreat from city life. Steve and Mary were helpful and easy to reach. The bed was comfy and the kitchen amenities, heating, and hot water worked very well. The cottage is also conveniently close to Ludlow and Leominster. There are pretty views of the English countryside we enjoyed while sipping tea and watching the sunrise. We would highly recommend this quaint country cottage to all visitors!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

pete d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

A quaint black and white cottage in the middle of nowhere. Peacefull, lovely garden , everything one needs. Lovely fireplace, pity the weather was so good we could not light a fire or we would have melted. A super place to explore the surrounding towns and countryside. Plenty of good pubs around serving good food. Alltogether a very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rhianon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

ideal for quite holiday

Booked for my daughter & family. Owners could not have been more helpful and welcoming and was very reasonably priced.

8/10 Good

Glenice D.

Picturesque cottage, well supplied with all necessary equipment and plenty of information of area

Well situated for NT properties, we visited Croft Castle and did Ancient tree walk to see 400 year old sweet chestnut trees, fantastic avenue a must for nature lovers. There was also Birch common and Clee hills not too far away. We enjoyed our stay in lovely Herefordshire countryside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

Comfortable, quaint and quiet

Having stayed in the cottage last year for a long weekend, this time we had a 2 week stay. The cottage is an old timber-framed building (obviously) and has lots of character. It lies within lovely rolling countryside and in a quiet village location. The garden is long and a pleasure to be in. The weather was rather too hot, but something we learned was that timber-framed buildings are cooler. A brick building is rather like being in a large storage radiator. Highly recommended for the discerning holidaymaker.
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jim D., Sheffield

A delightful rural retreat

The Gatehouse Cottage is an attractive and cosy half-timbered property in a delightful location. The cottage itself is comfortable, well-equipped and has ample parking for at least three cars up a short but steep drive. There is a very attractive orchard attached to the property and we were extremely fortunate in coinciding with a spectacularly bountiful apple harvest. They are delicious! A beautifully quiet green lane alongside the cottage provides a wonderfully tranquil short walk and the nearby village of Yarpole, with its well-stocked community shop in the church is also easily reached by field paths. Nearby Bircher Common provides ample opportunities for longer walks. The location is excellent for visits to nearby National Trust properties such as the medieval manor house at Brockhampton (highly recommended) and nearby Berrington Hall. The original Hampton Court Castle and spectacularly designed gardens are also well worth a visit. Ludlow and Leominster provide interesting places to explore and the Riverside Inn at the nearby Village of Aymestry is an excellent venue for good quality well-prepared meals. All in all, this part of the world is over=looked and under-rated but definitely worth seeking out. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage and would recommend it unreservedly.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2017

About the host

Hosted by Mary Walter

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Gatehouse Cottage belonged to my grandparents, and was passed down to my Mother and then to myself. It was originally a farm workers cottage, and my Mother remembered the 6 children who were brought up in the small cottage with no running water or electricity.
My husband and I moved to Herefordshire when he retired and now manage the cottage for holiday lets. We live about 8 miles away so can readily attend to changeovers and deal with any problems.

What makes this property unique

Although the cottage is on a quiet lane, it is close to several highways, and you can travel north, south, east and west with ease, without having to retrace your steps. The garden is a delight and can be enjoyed at all times of the year. There is ample parking space, and plenty of room for children to run around.

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