Location
Located near the world-famous book town of Hay on Wye on the border of Herefordshire and Wales. Three hours drive from West London, one hour North of Cardiff and one hour West of the Cotswolds.
Merbach Hill House Heart of England
A delightful Herefordshire hideaway
Utterly delightful. No other words will do. Merbach Hill House is a dream hideaway in the beautiful Wye Valley, close to the border of England and Wales. Extended around the original 17th century stone farmhouse, it’s surrounded by five acres of undulating Herefordshire countryside, in which it feels firmly rooted. Stay in the old farmhouse, where the interior décor takes inspiration from nature’s palette – fresh, colourful and inviting. Or choose one of the five modern, split-level, self-contained suites, where you can retreat for sanctuary. Gather in the spacious living areas, which include the double-height dining hall, many cosy lounges, and a large, sociable country kitchen. Dream-like days with games on the lawn drift into perfect evenings enjoying views of the Wye Valley from the wood-fired hot tub, telling stories around the firepit or partying in the rustic barn. Out and about, enjoy country walks from the doorstep, browse the famous book town of Hay on Wye or take a walk in the Black Mountains, Offas Dyke or Wye Valley walk. Sleeping up to 18 guests in nine restful king-size bedrooms with eight large bathrooms, Merbach Hill House lends itself to multi-generational get togethers, special celebrations and corporate escapes.
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Learn more about our handpicking processfrom £3,200
for 3 nights
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Restrictions
No stag parties
Sleeps 18Or up to 24 with extra guest beds (most suited to children up to the age of 16)
Bedrooms 94 in the Farmhouse and 5 in the Annexe (a stone's throw from the house).
Bathrooms 8Scroll for a link to the full list of rooms in the property.
Dining Capacity 21See House FAQs below for further details.
Open Fire
Wifi
Child Friendly
Pet Friendly
Hot Tub
Accessibility
Ground Floor Bedroom
Guest Reviews
Enjoy a host of inspiring activities
Fill your days with relaxing or exciting activities within the house and grounds. From restorative spa treatments, life drawing classes and Pilates to botanical gin making, murder mystery evenings and walks with hawks, your choice is wide and varied and we do all the organising for you. Off-site, we can arrange booking, transport and logistics for everything from canoeing on the Wye to cider tasting at the local farm.
What to Expect
We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Merbach Hill House just perfect. In all of our big houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.
- Luxury linen and fluffy bath towels
- Wi-Fi broadband (inc. in the Annexe)
- Three lounges in the main farmhouse
- A large well-equipped kitchen suitable for self-catering or for a private chef
- An impressive yet cosy double height beamed dining hall with wood burning stove
- 8 seater wood-fired hot tub overlooking the Wye Valley
- Fire pit area with seating for many, overlooking the Wye Valley
- Outside seating area for 20 plus people, with sensational views across the Wye Valley, and brick-built coal BBQ (please bring your own charcoal)
- Undercover outdoor lounge area within the red brick barn featuring hay bale seating
- Festoon lit, undercover but unheated, games room within the rustic red brick barn with a table tennis table, a dart board and a fitness/weights area
- Children's play area under the willow tree with railway sleeper seating (outdoor play mats, books and a toy box available in the house)
- Two huge private fields with magnificent views you can enjoy for bug hunting, quiet yoga, bird watching, tree hugging, hedgerow foraging or just sitting on a picnic blanket enjoying the buzz of the quiet country wilderness
- Field walks from the doorstep to the public right of way across a stunning landscape – either level circular walks to Hardwick Church or uphill linear adventures to Little Mountain or Merbach to gain even better views
- Designated parking for up to 10 cars and gated front entrance at roadside with hedgerow borders onto fields
House FAQs
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Are pets allowed?
Up to four well-behaved dogs are welcome at Merbach Hill House, priced at £20 per dog.
Guests bringing dogs should be aware that there is livestock (sheep and cows) in adjacent fields to rural Merbach Hill House so if guests are not confident of their dog's recall, they should be kept on a lead or on a long tether.
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Are there any accessible bedrooms available?
Yes. There is one guest bedroom with near level access to a level parking space nearby. This large room can accommodate a wheelchair or other guests who need to be step free. The room has an en-suite double shower and a shower chair can be provided, but there are no grab handles.
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Is the house suitable for children?
Yes, Merbach Hill House is great for children of all ages. Stairgates, one travel cot and camp beds can all be provided in advance, free of charge and will include linen.
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Are stag and hen parties allowed?
Hen parties are sometimes permitted. Please ask prior to booking. Sorry, stag parties are not permitted at Merbach Hill House.
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What are the check in and check out times?
Check in is at 4.30pm on the day of your arrival at Merbach Hill House and check out is at 10am.
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Can I arrange a supermarket delivery to the house?
Yes. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 5pm on the day of arrival.
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How many cars can be parked at the property?
There is plenty of parking available for up to 10 cars at Merbach Hill House.
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How many guests can sit at the dining table?
The versatile double height dining hall can seat 21 guests, or the flexible space can be moved around to provide ample standing room for canapés or a buffet table and seating for a smaller group of 10-15.
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Are there local places to eat you can recommend?
Yes, we'd recommend the following local eateries, all of which can cater for groups:
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Is Merbach Hill House suitable for corporate events?
Merbach Hill House is an adaptable working retreat with great Wi-Fi, a large meeting/dining hall room seating 21, and 5 breakout lounges/barns plus a huge garden for games or relaxing. Catering options are also available.
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Are there tea and coffee-making facilities in the bedrooms?
Please note there are no longer tea and coffee-making facilities in the bedrooms, even if depicted on the images of the bedrooms.
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What is the nearest train station to Merbach Hill House?
The nearest train station is Hereford (20 miles away).
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What is the nearest airport to Merbach Hill House?
The nearest airports are: Bristol (80 miles), Cardiff (71 miles) or Birmingham (81 miles).
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Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?
Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £1,000 during your stay at Merbach Hill House. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
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How do I book?
You can check availability and pricing for Merbach Hill House, and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.
