
Guest testimonials
Astonishing! The owners have created a wonderful house - enviable in its luxurious simplicity. The most generous welcome basket and goodies in the fridge on arrival! A delightful holiday experience, which met every expectation and more!
What a magical pre-Christmas holiday we had here! The house is gorgeous and so comfortable. The village is charming and everyone is so friendly to talk to! Such a lovely place makes it so hard to leave!
We have had an enchanting Christmas in this fabulous home. We had everything we could have possibly asked for and more! Absolutely gorgeous in every way!
What a beautiful house, we had a wonderful week and it has gone far too quickly! The children loved making pancakes in the kitchen! Hay-on-Wye is beautiful, we enjoyed dining out and had some excellent meals locally. Thank you for a lovely stay and all the goodies!
What a wonderful stay in this beautiful home. We loved relaxing next to the roaring fire and making family meals in the very well equipped kitchen. Lots of local pubs and shops we could recommend, including the village shop! We very much enjoyed our first visit to Herefordshire!
Thank you for a wonderful second stay here at Hollyhocks. We have enjoyed this cosy cottage home very much. Everything is beautiful and comfy, as always! Thank you again, so much!
We had a wonderfully relaxing stay in your beautiful home, our second at Hollyhocks! We love the interiors and all that there is to do here; Ludlow Castle, Hay-on-Wye, the local petting farm, the owl centre - all very spoiling and such a treat!
What an indulgent treat staying here has been in this beautiful house, so full of character and history. Hollyhocks is in the prettiest of villages imaginable! We came here looking for rest, relaxation and inspiration, and we certainly found it! The perfect place to escape!
Exceptional! It´s been an absolute pleasure staying at Hollyhocks. The attention to detail is amazing. We´ve explored Herefordshire and completed some amazing walks with the dogs. Ludlow Castle is beautiful, as is the countryside of this stunning county. Sometimes, it´s the simple, old fashioned things like fresh air and sunshine that are hard to beat!
Yet another amazing week in this beautiful home. Yet another time we are sad to leave. Yet another visit that we have already begun planning. We can´t wait to stay again!
We have had a lovely week at Hollyhocks, it has been very restful. A wonderful property and village, which is ideal for walks with dogs and excellent food at the local pubs. We hope to come back!
A very kind host indeed and such a well-equipped home! We had a great stay at Hollyhocks and we loved every minute here!
We´ve all had a fabulous stay here. The house and location are simply superb, and this was a great introduction to a part of the country we´ve never visited before. We would recommend cycling at Cannop in the Forest of Dean, and the Ironbridge museums too!
This has been an absolutely outstanding holiday, and we are definitely going to highly consider coming back again soon! We have had lovely weather to really enjoy the BBQ and gardens. Thank you.
A great week even with the copious amount of rain! Hay-on-Wye and Ludlow are great fun to visit and we had a fantastic trip to Wightwick Manor just North of Wolverhampton; fabulous place if you like the arts & crafts movement. This is such a lucky village to have such a home as lovely as Hollyhocks.
The house, village and countryside make this the most delightful place. We wished we lived here to enjoy it for longer! Thank you for sharing this tranquil abode, Hollyhocks really is lovely!
Hollyhocks is a beautiful house and garden! So much fun was had by all who stayed, and we all really wish we lived here!
I have never walked into a property and thought that I wouldn´t change a thing, but I did just that when I saw Hollyhocks. It is perfect. Well done to the owners, the aesthetics of the house are just sensational. Thank you!
We had a lovely stay at Hollyhocks, the mixture of history and modern conveniences were a terrific combination. Our hosts were wonderful and made us feel very welcome, and there was a warm personal touch throughout which was great. The house is beautifully furnished and equipped and there were many generous supplies. The location of Hollyhocks in the beautiful village of Eardisland is hard to beat!
A perfect break. The house is a joy and there is so much to see - the long walk at Croft Castle is a must! Thank you and we do hope to come back.
What a beautiful house. We have had a wonderful week and it has gone by far too quickly. Hay-on-Wye is beautiful and we discovered great food at Booth Bookshop. Thank you for all the lovely goodies.
We had a lovely stay, such a unique, historic house. Our break here was very relaxing and restorative and just as we´d have hoped.
Eardisland surely must be one of the prettiest English villages. We just loved sitting in deckchairs on the riverside watching the dragonflies in the reeds, friendly chats with the locals and delicious ice creams from the village shop in the old dovecote. The house is so atmospheric sleeping under the Tudor beams and being immersed in so much history and then having the whole of Herefordshire on the doorstep to explore was just exceptional.
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Hollyhocks
Leominster, Herefordshire, UK
Wend through Herefordshire’s patchwork countryside to find Hollyhocks nestled on the banks of the River Arrow. Tucked away in the fairy-tale village of Eardisland, the Tudor timber-frame hints at what's inside. At this characterful cottage, irregular lines and polished parquet floors dating back to the Roaring Twenties combine; there's even a bespoke William Holland hot tub in the garden. Read more...
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Introduction
Steeped in history, this luxury self-catering cottage in Eardisland was built before the last battle of The War of The Roses in 1461 and is believed to be the last resting place for Henry VI's knights - their red rose paintings are still displayed in the dining room today. The 1920s saw The Twinings Tea family take ownership of the house; they laid the parquet floor in the great hall for their daughter’s wedding. It doesn’t take much to conjure up nostalgic visions of guests dancing the night away in beaded flapper dresses and cream tuxedos.
Inside
Chic, designer household items make country living a breeze at Hollyhocks, a gorgeous three-bedroom cottage. Pour a Nespresso coffee to enjoy with some artisan bread from the community-run local shop and gather around the dining table, overlooked by thick wooden beams. Later on, with little ones cosied-up in the snug, grown-ups will love to spend evenings basking in the warmth of the crackling open fire in the old great hall or plugging some jazz into the Harman-Kardon speakers to enjoy some Great Gatsby-style revelry.
Outside
Complete with outdoor kitchen and William Holland bespoke hot tub, there's space aplenty for the younger members of the group to enjoy Swallows and Amazons adventures. With an extended garden occupying an idyllic riverside spot, choose to fish for your supper, or begin your day with intent with an invigorating wild swim. Balmy summer afternoons will be spent enjoying lawn games and alfresco dining. Bibliophiles can head to Hay-on-Wye to spend an afternoon perusing the old bookshops for which the area in renowned.
There is one ground floor double bedroom and one first floor double bedroom that leads through to the twin bedroom (available for £250 per stay, on prior request). There is a first floor family bathroom and a ground floor shower room.

Bedroom One
Ground Floor Double Bedroom
This characterful king-size bedroom, with its bright walls and contrasting period furnishings, has a separate shower room with WC.

Bedroom Two
First Floor Double Bedroom
Accessed via a quintessentially steep cottage staircase, this bedroom has a super king-size bed and connects to the twin room, with which it shares a bathroom with a roll-top bath and WC.

Bedroom Three
First Floor Twin Bedroom
Accessed via bedroom two, this sweet twin bedroom is ideal for children, and shares a bathroom with a roll-top bath and WC. Please note this bedroom must be requested at point of booking and is an additional £250.


Family Bathroom
First Floor Family Bathroom
The bright family bathroom, with its chic whitewashed floorboards, flaunts a cast iron roll-top bathtub with hand-held shower attachment.

Family Shower Room
Ground Floor Family Shower Room
In addition to the family bathroom, there is a ground floor shower room.
- PricingFrom £1,950 per week, £1,450 per short break for up to 4 guests
An alternative group size of up to 2 guests is available during selected periods at a reflective rate - FeaturesWilliam Holland spa bath, outdoor kitchen and fishing is available
- PetsTwo well behaved dogs are welcome
Each pet is charged at £60 per week or part thereof - FamilyChildren and babies are welcome
- PracticalitiesThere is parking for three cars. The vintage industrial-style kitchen features a range cooker, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, two fridge-freezers and a Nespresso coffee machine. Please note, due to the nature and character of the property, the quintessential cottage staircase is steep and the original doorframes are low in some areas of the house
- Private cateringWhether you're looking for a fully catered stay or a one-off meal for a special occasion, discover your bespoke catering options
Explore private dining - RestrictionsThe property is a much-loved family home, and the owner wishes for it to be enjoyed in the same capacity by families. Please note, parties are not permitted at this property
Arrivals & departures
Arrival time: 4pm
Departure time: 10am
Other information
Fresh produce
- Fresh loaf of bread
- Milk
- Butter
- Free-range eggs
- Free-range pork sausages
- Free-range bacon
- Jam
- Luxury biscuits
- Luxury crisps
- Fruit juice
Please note - the owners strive to source the best produce for your welcome hamper, however, the contents of your welcome hamper may vary slightly depending on the season and amount of people comprising your party.
Those all-important little luxuries
- Freshly cut flowers from the garden (when in season)
- Luxury bed linen
- Soho House bathrobes
- Laid fire with additional wood, coal and kindling to get you started
- Breakfast teas
- Ground coffee
- Grind coffee pods
- Olive oil
- white wine vinegar
- Board games
- Croquet set
- Hairdryer
- Dog biscuits
- Vintage recipe and art books
- Dishwasher tablets and washing machine tablets
- Stairgate
- Crayons
- A good selection of children’s toys
- Children´s story and nursery rhyme books
- Highchair and travel cot
House book - your property and destination guide
Together with the owners, we've collated everything you'll need to make the most of your experience, from insider tips on local gems to practical property information, all in one digital house book, shared the moment you book.
Leominster
This pretty medieval market town sits in prime walking territory, on the borders of Shropshire and Herefordshire encompassed by flowing rivers. Come here to hike, fish, shop or just enjoy the surrounds.

Getting there
- On the map Hollyhocks sits in the pretty village of Eardisland near Leominster and Hay in Herefordshire.
- By car Hollyhocks is approximately three hours and 45 minutes from London.
- By train Hereford train station is 15 miles away.
- By air Cardiff and Bristol airports are both one and a half hour's away by car.

“Hollyhocks is set in an idyllic location on the banks of the river Arrow that meanders through Eardisland, one of the most picturesque villages in the UK.”
We most admire the cottage's unique atmosphere: it has a celebratory feel and all the hallmarks of laidback luxury. Passed carefully between custodians, it has undergone extensive renovations in its lifetime. Vintage furnishings still nod to previous owners who lived for a long time in India, and the Alice in Wonderland-style gardens retain the touch of its former green-fingered owner.
Looking back, the cottage has an extensive history. It was originally built before the last battle of The War of The Roses at Mortimer’s Cross in 1461. It is believed that Hollyhocks is the last resting place for knights that fought for the throne for Henry VI. To this day you can still see their red roses (used as a symbol to show their affiliation with the king) painted in the dining area.
In the 1920s the Twinings Tea Family pulled out some of the original beams and put in a parquet floor to give them the perfect space for the wedding of their daughter and other dances held that year! For us, the original parquet floor still conjures up the ‘Roaring 20s’ whenever we step inside. We hope the house provides you with the inspiration for you to create your own long-lasting, special memories here!
The Pare Family
Discover the best destinations, experiences and restaurants to visit during your stay in Leominster. A larger selection of recommendations will be available in the property's digital house book.
To Eat
The Oak, Wigmore
The Oak Wigmore is a beautifully restored 16th century coaching inn. They serve fresh innovative seasonal food and a range of local ales. Many of the pub´s dishes are based around foraging and the use of wild, local flavours.
To See
Canwood Art Gallery & Sculpture Park
Visit Canwood, Herefordshire´s leading contemporary art gallery and sculpture park. Whether you are a seasoned culture vulture or simply looking to admire the talent, the gallery and park provide a wonderful day out.
To Do
Hay-on-Wye
Famous for its Literary Festival, the town also has the largest concentration of second hand book shops in the UK. If you are a book worm or just fancy a new read this is the place to go.
To Do
Cycling
Entwined with picturesque trails, cycling is a beautiful way to explore Leominster. Drover Cycles have a large variety of bikes, from expert road bikes to family-friendly e-bikes, that can be delivered to and collected from the house.
Whether you're curious about pet policies, the nearest walkable pubs, or wild swimming spots, we have the answers to common property-specific queries here. For everything else, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Are there neighbours?
Hollyhocks is in a village setting so there are various properties nearby.
Can you fish in the river?
The lawn at the front of the house (shared with sister property Atelier Rose) has fishing rights, though you must present a licence to the owner in advance.
Is the third bedroom suitable for adults?
The twin bedroom is best suited to children as it is accessed via a double bedroom, though adults can use it if they wish. There is an additional fee of £250 to use this room.
Below are a selection of features in which Hollyhocks and Unique Homestays has appeared. If you would like to feature the property in an editorial capacity, please contact the marketing team on +44 (0)1637 882014.
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Naked Grain
Country Living Vintage
September 2020
You can now stay in this charming Tudor cottage once owned by the Twinings family
Country Living
March 2018
Ancient & Modern
Country Living Modern Rustic
February 2018
Wild at heart
25 Beautiful Homes
August 2026
The entrepreneurs cashing in on the £1.3tn wellness holiday boom
The Telegraph
August 2026
5 waterside stays to book
Country Living
August 2026
Time to cool off
The Times
July 2026
Broad horizons
Harper´s Bazaar
July 2026
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