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The Summer House, Garway House

The Summer House, Garway House, Garway Hill, Hereford, Herefordshire, England

The Summer House is set high in woodland on the Welsh borders. Light, bright, with dashes of colour, the sitting, dining and kitchen areas merge around a wood-burner and TV; outside, light shifts between tall stands of pines. You can hide away on a French daybed in the 'summer room' (a conservatory-style room reached via an external staircase) or join in the fun in the open-plan kitchen; on lazy days, you could order a home-cooked meal instead. On the same floor, the double bedroom oozes warmth and well-being with its Welsh wool blankets, duck down duvets and Axminster carpet made from recycled wool. Kids will love the low attic twin on the floor above. Young, bright and charmingly informal, sisters Jenny, Debbie and their families live in Garway House 40 feet across the lawn; ask them to order you a local, organic veg box or feast on their welcome hamper - a treat of local or fair trade goodies - the bathroom's toiletries are organic too. As well as a private lawn behind, three acres of rustic grounds are yours to explore: a spring-fed pool teeming with wildlife, a swimming pool shared with owners, a barbecue and a fire pit for cooler nights. Ross and Hay-on-Wye are a half hour's drive; the Black Mountains call walkers. Perfect for families or two couples.

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The Summer House, Garway House

Contact: Jennifer Lewis

  • Tel: 01981 580314
  • Sleeps: 4 + cot
  • Rooms: 1 double, 1 twin, bath/shower room.
  • Price: £370 – £680. Short breaks available. Please check website for availability.
  • Closed: Never.
Children are positively welcomed, with no age restrictions, but cots, high chairs etc are not necessarily available. Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection. No smoking anywhere in the house. Swimming pool on the premises. Wireless internet access available for guests.

Checklist

  • Dishwasher
  • Electricity included
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave oven
  • Central heating
  • Mobile reception
  • Television
  • BBQ
  • Beach within 3 miles
  • Cooked meals available
  • Restaurant nearby
  • Short breaks possible
  • Extra bed/cot available
  • Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

  • A ten minute drive from the beautiful Symonds Yat
  • Offa's Dyke Pass and the Black Mountains 20 minutes drive away
  • Well placed for the world famous Hay-on-Wye literary festival
  • Hereford Catherdral, the Mappa Mundi and the Chained Library 20 minutes drive away
  • Great local pubs on our doorstep
  • 3 acres of organically-managed woodland to enjoy (with a few free ranging hens to greet you!)

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

The Summer House, Garway House The Summer House

The Summer House

The Summer House, Garway House The living room with cosy log burner

The living room with cosy log burner

The Summer House, Garway House The kitchen

The kitchen

The Summer House, Garway House Twin bedroom with views of the woods

Twin bedroom with views of the woods

Photo captions have been written by the owner or management of The Summer House, Garway House and are not verified or endorsed by ASP.

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Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
Working farm or vineyard.
Wireless internet access available for guests.
No smoking anywhere in the property.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.

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