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.
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The Cotswolds, Herefordshire, Derbyshire, Oxfordshire, The Peak District
The heart of the UK is scattered with medieval towns and villages that seem almost completely untouched by time. The region seamlessly combines great cities, such as majestic Oxford with rural gems like the Cotswolds and the Peak District.
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Mythical landscapes and immersive history compete for your attention in Ireland. There's no wonder it's named the Emerald Isle: a visit to the ever-changing vistas of Donegal or the grave beauty of Connemara will soon reveal why.
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Welcome to the epic North of England, home to a multi-layered history, ultra-cool, industrial cities and vast swathes of dramatic scenery. From the medieval city of York to the inspirational beauty of the Lake District, the North never fails to impress.
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Few landscapes on earth are as dramatic as Scotland: think eagles cruising through cloud-whipped skies, secluded lochs and atmospheric ruins atop dramatic hillsides. Marvel at Edinburgh's gothic architecture or lose yourself in the wilderness of the Highlands.
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Hampshire, Kent, Surrey, In or Near London
Escape to England's South East when you're craving a peaceful break. From Kent - the Garden of England - to Hampshire’s rolling countryside and maritime heritage, long stretches of ruggedly beautiful coastline meet national parks, quiet villages and pockets of wilderness.
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Welcome to Wales, where just a hop across the border from England feels like you've entered a new world entirely. This compact country boasts inspiring hills, formidable castles and moody coastlines of crumbling rock and golden sand.
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.Â
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.
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.
Up to four well-behaved dogs are welcome at Merbach Hill House, priced at £20 per dog.Â
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.
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.
Yes, Merbach Hill House is great for children of all ages. Stairgates and one travel cot can be provided in advance, free of charge (please bring your own cot bed linen).
Hen parties are sometimes permitted. Please ask prior to booking. Sorry, stag parties are not permitted at Merbach Hill House.
Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival at Merbach Hill House and check out is at 10am.
Yes. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 5pm on the day of arrival.
There is plenty of parking available for up to 10 cars at Merbach Hill House.
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.
Yes, we'd recommend the following local eateries, all of which can cater for groups:
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.
Please note there are no longer tea and coffee-making facilities in the bedrooms, even if depicted on the images of the bedrooms.
The nearest train station is Hereford (20 miles away).
The nearest airports are: Bristol (80 miles), Cardiff (71 miles) or Birmingham (81 miles).
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).
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.