Gloriously designed treehouse for 2-4 between Hereford and Hay-on-Wye, offering complete seclusion and a hot tub
Space & setting.
Whispering woods, singing birds, the soft rustle of squirrels… There’s a smidge of magic running through this 800-acre Herefordshire estate, and at the very top of it, concealed amid ancient oaks and firs, lies the Secret Treehouse. If it weren’t so luxurious it could be straight from the pages of a children’s book. But deliciously luxe it is, with 2 spacious bedrooms, beautifully draped fabrics and not one, but 3 bathing options, 2 of them alfresco to max out the forest views. Exceptionally crafted by its owners (a carpenter and creative) it’s achingly cool, too, and full of quirky contrasts. Cute gingham check paired with an industrial-style plate rack, for instance; wood panelling with exposed pipework and a glossy Smeg fridge.
It’s off-grid, but entertainment is all around: if you’ve kids in tow, play games in the meadow and run wild in the woodland. Or come with another couple and visit Hereford’s independents and Hay-on-Wye, where bookshops rub shoulders with cool cafes and adventure specialists, who’ll lure you out in canoes on the River Wye or hiking in the Black Mountains. But however you spend your days, end them with a soak in the wood-fired hot tub. Magic, indeed.
Getting here: drive, or train to Hereford and taxi (20 mins)
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Sustainability.
Off-grid cabin powered by solar panels and bottled gas.
Surrounds.
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Black Mountains
- Sunbathe on the deck, explore the estate’s woodlands and meadows, and walk to the local pub for lunch (2 miles)
- Pack swimmers for a wild dip at Bredwardine river beach (15 mins’ drive). It’s a blissful spot for paddling, swimming and lounging with a picnic, admiring the grand old brick bridge.
- We love mooching along Hereford’s ancient shopping street, which winds up to the awesome cathedral. The little town is full of great restaurants, too: try Sensory & Rye for brunch (seasonal local fare), En BBQ for Korean grills and superior sushi, andThe Bookshop for an award-winning Sunday roast.
- Idle along the River Wye in a canoe: the Glasbury to Symonds Yat stretch is the most picturesque, with the added incentive of a fantastic pub at the end.
- Literary lovers’ Hay-on-Wye is a 30-minute drive, with indie bookshops at every turn. There are also excellent cafes and markets, as well as a beautiful river beach ‘The Warren’, just a short walk from the centre.
- Explore the Black Mountains on foot: Cat’s Back Ridge and Hay Bluff are both circular walks with immense views of the Brecon Beacons.
Specifics.
- Off-grid treehouse on a private 800-acre estate
- Gas central heating
- One super-kingsize bedroom upstairs, one super-kingsize/twin bedroom downstairs
- Travel cot and highchair for hire
- Bathroom with standalone stone bath and double sinks
- Alfresco hot shower on deck
- Eco toiletries and bathrobes
- Kitchen with basic ingredients and 1st morning’s breakfast
- Order a supermarket delivery in advance
- Sofa area
- Decking with alfresco furniture and wood-fired hot tub
- Storage space for bikes
- No WiFi though good phone connection
- Dog friendly (downstairs only; extra charge)
- Walk/drive to pubs and shops (2 miles)
- The owners are available by phone
- Booking conditions: 2-night min stay midweek (Mon-Wed or Wed-Fri) and 3-night weekends (Fri-Mon)
- Reduced occupancy prices for 2 guests, using only 1 bedroom: £295-£375/night
- Remember to pack: wellies/walking boots. Bikes. Downloads as there’s no WiFi
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30% deposit, with the balance due 8 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations permitted 8+ weeks prior to stay, with deposit refunded minus a £30 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 8 weeks of stay.
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FAQs.
Well-behaved dogs are welcome, but we firmly ask that they stay on the floor, and not the furniture. £30 per dog per stay.
Yes we can provide a baby cot for free. There is a large deck which is balustraded, but little ones should always be monitored.
Arrivals days are Monday/ Wednesday/ Friday from 2pm. With departure at 10am.
The kitchen will be stocked with salt, pepper, caffeinated tea and ground coffee, butter, sugar, eggs and a selection of pastries for the oven.
We provide our own eco-friendly toiletries and ask that you use these rather than their own, please.
Loo rolls, kitchen paper, eco-friendly washing up liquid and handsoap, a clean dishcloth and tea towels are provided in the kitchen.
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