Tucked away in a quiet corner of Herefordshire in The Marches are Monnington House, Garden Cottage and The Cider Mill providing a very peaceful and private escape. The properties location is almost equidistant from the cathedral city of Hereford and the book lovers town of Hay on Wye. Spread out over three properties there are 12 double bedrooms and 12 bathrooms. There is a ground floor bedroom in Garden Cottage which adjoins Monnington House and is specifically for less mobile guests. The Cider Mill, just a one minute walk across the field from the main house is all on one level save for a small step up into the porch and caters brilliantly for those with mobility issues or who would like to escape the crowd from time to time.
There is a fabulous large working kitchen in Monnington House which is geared up for numbers and catering for 24. The dining area seats up to 24 at one long table. LIkewise the alfresco dining area on the east facing terrace seats up to 24 and is carefully lit for evening suppers. Weber style bbqs and parasols are provided from early May to the end of September. Catering is available by prior arrangement. A large south facing terrace with outdoor soft seating for you to enjoy whilst having a drink; reading a book or playing board games is accessed from the dining area.
We carry forward a philosophy of hospitality: the feeling of staying in a family home surrounded by understated elegance and beauty. All properties enjoy private peaceful gardens and grounds of more than 2 acres plus a playing field with 2 football goals. A games room with table football and pool table and a rustic table tennis room are in the outbuildings.
All properties are supplied with high quality super king Hypnos superking beds (zip
and link) with luxurious 400 count egyptian linen. These simple luxuries allow you to rest and restore. The properties are full of books, plants, textiles and objects handpicked by the owner over the last 15 years..
The hamlet of Monnington on Wye offers undisturbed tranquillity and beauty and yet is connected to many local activities, pubs and cafes and places to visit all within 20 minutes drive. There is a superb farm shop at the top of the lane only 1.8 miles away. A short walk through the cider orchards is the River Wye. The Red Lion at Bredwardine and Garden Cafe at Brobury House are about an hours beautiful walk.
On site there is plenty to do - enjoy the large 2 acres of gardens and grounds which are private and quiet and play football on the huge playing field. For rainy days and winter nights enjoy the rustic table tennis room and the games room with pool table and table football in the outbuildings. Bring your fleece and wrap up!
There is wonderful walking straight from the door to suit all abilities and ages. Monnington on Wye is located on the Bredwardine to Byford Section of the Wye Valley Walk and also on the E1 part of the Wye Walker. Across the river guests love the Moccas Hill Wood National Nature Reserve where there is a large choice of walks and wonderful trees to admire. For those who like to get their heart racing a walk to Arthurs Stone from the house is a challenge and takes about 2 hours or drive to Hay on Wye and march up Hay Bluff.
During the summer months the River Wye comes into its own. Guests love fishing and can obtain passes from either Bulmers Angling Club or the Fishing Passport. Large group bookings often enjoy a full or half day canoeing or kayaking on the Wye which can include a suitable stop at a pub on the riverbank for lunch. Wild swimming is increasingly popular. We can put you in touch with an expert. There are 5 golf courses within reach of the house including Kington which is the highest golf course in England and has with fabulous views. Hereford Raceway is close to the house and offers go-karting which the whole family can enjoy. Hereford Squash Tennis and Racket club welcomes visitors. Many guests play tennis and padel. A visit to the Small Rare Breeds Farm at Kington is loved by the young and old.
A visit to the market towns of Hay on Wye is loved by book lovers. For those who love a cathedral the Mappa Mundi in Hereford Cathedral is a must. There are still many independent shops in these towns and great galleries and cafes to visit. For garden lovers, there are plenty to visit including the National Trust Weir Gardens on the Wye only 4 miles away. It has a natural play area for children and spectacular views over the river. There are also plenty of interesting gardens to visit in the National Garden Scheme.
Monnington House, Garden Cottage and The Cider Mill welcome large groups from all over the UK and world. We have a growing number of overseas guests who repeat book. Geographically Monnington on Wye is located in central England and is easily reached by our guests from the Midlands, Bristol, Wales, West Country, Ireland, Scotland and Home Counties. Happy memories are made here! Dogs accepted by prior arrangement and charges apply. Please ask to see our dog rules. We have an exceptional local caterer who works in the house often. Please book well in advance.
For additional reviews please see Monnington House and Garden Cottage listing 8127249 and for reviews on The Cider Mill please see listing 10736596.
