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ID: S128589
57 reviews
1 pet welcome
3 Bathrooms
WiFi
Open fire
Parking
Children welcome
Chalk Cottage in Malvern, Worcestershire, is highly praised for its cleanliness, stunning views, and prime location for walking and exploring the Malvern Hills. Guests appreciate the well-equipped, modern kitchen, cosy log burner, and the thoughtful touches, including welcome hampers. The property is described as comfortable, beautifully furnished, and a home away from home.
Guests consistently note the cottage as 'spotlessly clean', 'tidy', and 'well presented'. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to the comfort and appeal of the property.
The cottage's location is frequently highlighted for its proximity to the Malvern Hills, offering direct access to walks and panoramic views. Its convenience to local amenities and pubs is also appreciated, though one review mentioned difficulty in initially finding the property.
Numerous reviews mention the cottage's comfort, with references to its cosy log burner, comfortable furnishings, and the provision of stairgates and travel cots for children. The only minor discomfort mentioned relates to limited hanging space for clothes in some rooms.
Facilities are generally praised, including the modern kitchen and bathrooms. However, some guests noted areas for improvement such as wardrobe space, clearer directions, and maintenance in the en suite. The private garden's accessibility and the parking situation were also points of critique.
The thoughtfulness of the hosts is evident through mentions of welcome hampers for guests and pets, and the provision of local information. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it is politely noted that such personal touches, while common, are not guaranteed.
Resting towards the top of the stunning Malvern Hills in and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this property oozes luxury from the outset, combining contemporary boutique hotel style touches with period features such as fireplaces in the bedrooms, and quirky curved bay windows. As you enter the cottage, you are greeted by a cosy sitting area with plenty of throws and blankets to snuggle under, whilst a woodburning fire throws out additional warmth during the winter months, as you relax with friends and family on the comfortable corner sofa. This open-plan living area, also plays host to a contemporary, well-equipped modern Shaker style kitchen area, complete with beautiful marble worktop, top of the range, modern integrated appliances and all the necessities you will require during your stay. From the kitchen, take in the stunning rural views across the rooftops out towards the Black Mountains in Wales over the orchards and hop fields of the Herefordshire countryside, whilst sipping your freshly brewed morning coffee. For those more special evening meals, why not sit in the characterful dining room with oak table and comfortable chairs. Follow the carpeted staircase up, where you will discover three well-presented and comfortable bedrooms, comprising of a master bedroom with king-size bed and stylish en-suite, a double bedroom and a charming single bedroom. On the first floor you will also find a luxurious family bathroom, complete with a bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, ambient lighting, and WC. The outdoor space is ideal for a refreshing evening drink, relaxing in the sun with friends or enjoying the delights of alfresco dining, and taking in the spectacular sunsets out towards the Welsh Mountains. For local amenities, there is a choice of two pubs within an easy 5 minute walk from the cottage, both serving a range of meals and offering a selection of local beers, ciders and gin. A well-stocked shop can be found within 1.3 miles of the property, just a 3 minute drive away, down in the popular village of Colwall. The village of Upper Colwall lies towards the top of the Malvern Hills on the western side. It boasts 2 excellent village pubs. The Wyche Inn, listed in the Good Beer Guide is situated at the top of the hills with stunning views out over Malvern, across Worcestershire. The Chase Inn has welcoming fires, fine ales, good hearty food, and a garden with stunning panoramic views out across the beautiful Herefordshire countryside towards the Welsh Black Mountains. Well behaved dogs are welcome at the pub. For those that wish, there is a Waitrose located just a quick 5 minute drive away down in the centre of Great Malvern. Chalk Cottage sits towards the top of the Malvern Hills, and boasts an excellent range of walks on the hills a short distance from the cottage itself. The location of the property affords easy access down into the picturesque and historic Great Malvern, where you will find a wide range of restaurants, pubs, cafes and independent shops to browse. Great Malvern is also home to the Malvern Theatres, which regularly receives shows from the West End, concerts, gigs, ballet, and cinema. The Three Counties Showground and all it’s events, is a short drive from the property too. Dotted around the hills and Malvern itself are the water wells that Malvern is famous for, as well as the gas lamps that inspired C.S Lewis Narnia. It is also said that the Malvern Hills were the inspiration for J.R. Tolkein's Middle Earth in Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. A further drive away is the cathedral in Gloucester where filming for Hogwart's took place. Ledbury, an historic market town, an easy 12 minute drive away is on the Guardian's list of best European shopping towns, with unique shops, cobbled alleyways and the historic 17th Century Market House on stilts. Walk up the famous cobbled Church Lane to the church and enjoy a coffee, lunch or a drink at one of the many excellent coffee shops, restaurants and pubs. Chalk Cottage is a tranquil property, promising to provide you and your loved ones an unforgettable holiday to the area. Malvern and the surrounding area boasts a huge range of activities, ranging from walking and cycling on the hills, to local vineyards, breweries and cider tasting. There is even the luxurious Malvern Spa where you can book yourself in for a variety of treatments, or for some well-deserved downtime. Many lovely walks and cycle rides can be enjoyed from the doorstep of the cottage with the Worcestershire Way and Three Choirs Way both running close by. Malvern is also home to the world famous Morgan Motor car, whilst Eastnor Castle is home to the Land Rover Experience, where you can test drive a 4-wheel drive around the Estate. Chalk Cottage is easily reached from the M5, Junction 7 (Worcester South), and by train, with direct lines between London Paddington/Birmingham to Malvern/Colwall. By air, Birmingham Airport is an hour away. Chalk Cottage is a tranquil property, promising to provide you and your loved ones an unforgettable holiday to the area.
This small village can be found near the town of Malvern, Worcestershire, England. Within this village you will find he Wyche Innovation Centre, Wyche Free Church and three pubs, each serving food. The larger town of Malvern can be found within two miles, where you will find a good selection of restaurants, pubs and shops to explore. Moreover, the area plays host to a number of attractions including Little Malvern Court and Gardens, Eastnor Castle and Lovells Vineyard.
Two-storey property.
Three bedrooms; 1 x king-size double with en-suite, with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double bedroom, 1 x single bedroom
Cloak Room with basin and WC.
Family bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Bed linen, towels included.
Complimentary toiletries & soaps.
Open-plan living room with wood-burner, blankets and throws.
Open-plan kitchen with seated dining area.
Complimentary kitchen/cleaning pack.
Separate dining room.
Gas central heating and wood-burner.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, fridge with ice box.
Nespresso Coffee Capsule Machine by Krup.
Smart TV and WiFi, hairdryer.
Complimentary logs are available October to April .
No logs are provided during May to September though guests are more than welcome to purchase their own logs to use in the log burner in the cottage if they wish.Guest Welcome Pack, Selection of Toys, Books and Games for use by guests.
Electric Vehicle Charging is available at the cottage - 7.4Kw fast charger with a tethered type 2 plug, please contact owner directly for more information.
Off-road parking for one car [additional parking available on road outside the cottage].
Kitchen stable door opens onto enclosed courtyard with table, chairs & planters.
The courtyard gate is low, so please supervise children and dogs at all times.
Enclosed cottage garden with table and chairs - for private use by guests.
One well-behaved dog welcome (two dogs may be allowed at the owner's discretion).
Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week.
Doggy Welcome Pack.
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No smoking.
Two dog friendly pubs are a five-minute walk from property.
Shop is 1.3 miles.
Please Note: This property accepts minimum 7 night bookings with a Friday only arrival.
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