Pet friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 2 - Whitchurch, Herefordshire

This cosy annexe is securely placed behind double gates, just off a main road and surrounded by the picturesque countryside of the Wye Valley, is Calcott Annexe, a charming couple's retreat in Whitchurch. This property is ideal for a couple wanting to enjoy the magnificent countryside of the Wye Valley AONB, while also being within easy reach of the River Wye, Forest of Dean and the England/Wales border. Enter the property to discover a charming sitting room with stunning oak floor, feature wallpaper adding a bright splash of colour, a Smart TV and a choice of sofa and armchair, placed beside the lovely electric fire, which can fill the room with warmth and add to the cosy feel.

The conservatory offers an additional seating area, where you can curl up with a good book or admire the outlook of the garden and surrounding countryside, while the dining table allows you to enjoy a romantic meal with a view, lovingly prepared in the well-equipped kitchen, kitted out with all of the necessary appliances for creating home-cooked meals. When it's time to catch up on rest, retreat to the bright an airy double bedroom, which offers plenty of storage space for your belongings, while the wet room-style bathroom allows you to prepare for each day with a quick shower. Outside, there is an enclosed patio garden with furniture, perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or alfresco breakfast, and the space is fully enclosed, so your four-legged friend can run freely, which is sure to add a luxurious feel to your stay.

This property rests within the Wye Valley, offering plenty of scenic walking and cycling routes from the doorstep, with the River Wye around one mile away, offering riverside strolls, and nearby Symond Yat is home to several invigorating walks, a magnificent viewpoint at the top of Yat Rock, as well as rock climbing, abseiling and white water rafting down the river. Nearby Whitchurch is known for being the home of the tower clock, and has been producing clocks since the mid-17th century, and offers a wonderful array of ancient architecture, as well as a a variety of shops, restaurants and pubs. The market town of Ross-on-wye, which rests along the banks of the River Wye, has a picturesque river walk, the Thomas Blake Memorial Garden and an indoor swimming pool.

Explore the stunning woodland of the Forest of Dean and the diverse habitats and wildlife that inhabits the White Rocks Nature Reserve, close to the mysterious attraction of the limestone King Arthur's Cave. For a fun day out, explore The amazing Hedge Puzzle, as well as the Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo, which houses a variety of tropical butterfly species, while the Norman castle ruins of Goodrich Castle, built during the 11th century, are also well-worth a visit. Hop across the border into Wales and the historic town of Monmouth, with its castle, museum & local history centre and the National Trust's The Kymin, which rests on the route of the National Trail of Offas Dyke Path, a magnificent ancient walking route that follows the path of the England/Wales border.

You are well-placed for touring Shropshire and Cheshire, as well as the cities of Gloucester and Hereford, plus the stunning countryside of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park) is within a short drive. Calcott Annexe is a wonderful couple's retreat amidst rolling countryside.