Luxury self-catering accommodation in Michaelchurch Escley
This historic village borders the Black Mountains, nestled deep within the Herefordshire countryside near Hay-on-Wye. Our luxury self-catering homes in Michaelchurch Escley offer a tranquil retreat from which to explore the landscapes of the Golden Valley and beyond.
Cradled by the foothills of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park and within easy reach of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Michaelchurch Escley is a haven for nature lovers and adventurous spirits. The area is rich with wildlife, from the birds of prey that soar above the valley to the wildflowers that blanket the meadows in spring and summer. The village itself exudes timeless charm, with its stone cottages, historic church and strong sense of community. Whether you’re strolling along the banks of the River Escley or exploring the local farms and orchards, you’ll find a quiet rhythm to life in this peaceful corner of the Welsh Borders.
Beyond the village, book lovers can wander the cobbled streets of nearby Hay-on-Wye during its renowned literary festival, browsing through literary treasures. Culinary experiences here are rooted in simplicity and seasonality, where farm-to-table dining celebrates the land. Expect hearty Hereford beef slow-cooked over wood fires, artisan cheeses from nearby dairies, and foraged mushrooms gathered from surrounding woodland. Immersed in this landscape and culture of slow living, our homes near Michaelchurch Escley offer an idyllic base – think cosy cabins with wood-fired hot tubs and saunas or peaceful riverside retreats, ideal for family getaways.
Windfall
Black Mountains, Herefordshire, UK
On the Welsh border in Herefordshire, a Victorian cider mill has been reborn as a rural escape. In Dark Sky territory, this rustic retreat promises Swedish tub soaks under infinite stars.
Sleeps: Up to 2 guests
From: £1,550 per week, £1,150 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Fire pit, Swedish wood-fired tub
The Black Cabin
Idyllically set near Hay-on-Wye and overlooking the majestic Black Mountains, this noir-hued cabin offers a wood-fired hot tub, infrared sauna and views for miles.
Sleeps: Up to two guests
From: £1,595 per week, £1,195 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Outdoor kitchen, outdoor woodfired hot tub, indoor infrared sauna and cold plunge tub
Hollyhocks
A chalky Tudor cottage nestled on the banks of the river Arrow in the fairy-tale village of Eardisland, this is a characterful home, complete with hot tub.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests (+2)
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
From: £1,950 per week, £1,450 per short break
Pets: Two well behaved dogs are welcome
Features: William Holland spa bath and outdoor kitchen
The Hop Store
Set within 150 acres of perfectly aligned hop yards, rolling meadows and juicy apple orchards, The Hop Store is idyllically situated on one of the last remaining hop farms in the UK.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
From: £1,795 per week, £1,350 per short break
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Hot tub and fire pit, heated garden room, games room with pool table, dartboard and giant jenga
Atelier Rose
This luxury riverside home in Herefordshire’s Leominster is a wonderland of charm; walk through the topiaries to find Atelier Rose, with its orangery that hides a giant tin spa tub.
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests (10 adults and 2 children)
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
From: £3,550 per week, £2,695 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Large William Holland spa bath, cinema room, pool table room
Charity
Black Mountains, Herefordshire, UK
Divinely secluded, Charity is a real wild retreat; set down a mountain road in the Black Mountains of Herefordshire, this luxury country home has a hot tub and sauna.
Sleeps: Up to 12 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
From: £3,795 per week, £2,850 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Wood-fired hot tub, sauna, outdoor shower, outdoor pizza oven, table tennis, snooker room, cinema barn and badminton lawn
The Sculptor´s Gardens
For celebratory gatherings and wonderland gardens, The Sculptor's Gardens is a luxury country retreat with a hot tub, made up of two homes – Hollyhocks and Atelier Rose – in Herefordshire's Leominster.
Sleeps: Up to 18 guests (16 adults and 2 children)
From: £5,750 per week, £4,550 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: William Holland spa baths, outdoor kitchen, tree house, cinema room, games room with pool table
