
The Country Retreat is a grand historic house in rural Herefordshire, just 4 miles from Leominster. This 9-bedroom mansion sits on 5 acres of landscaped gardens with its own vineyard producing local apple juice, cider and sparkling wine. Good for big groups who want space to spread out but still be together.
The gardens are fantastic. You'll find a summer house, firepit, orchard and croquet lawn where you can play giant Jenga or swing the day away. Want to explore? The house sits in prime walking country near the Wye Valley Walk and Offa's Dyke. After a day out, soak in the hot tub.
Sleeping arrangements are top-notch with room for 18 people in 9 bedrooms, plus extra space for 6 more on sofa beds and put-up singles.
The Country Retreat is a grand historic house in rural Herefordshire, just 4 miles from Leominster. This 9-bedroom mansion sits on 5 acres of landscaped gardens with its own vineyard producing local apple juice, cider and sparkling wine. Good for big groups who want space to spread out but still be together.
The gardens are fantastic. You'll find a summer house, firepit, orchard and croquet lawn where you can play giant Jenga or swing the day away. Want to explore? The house sits in prime walking country near the Wye Valley Walk and Offa's Dyke. After a day out, soak in the hot tub.
Sleeping arrangements are top-notch with room for 18 people in 9 bedrooms, plus extra space for 6 more on sofa beds and put-up singles. The wood-panelled dining room has an impressive inglenook fireplace for large gatherings. There's a games room with table tennis and a cinema area with a projector and screen, plus a library with a pool table. The kitchen has two ovens, two fridges, three freezers and two dishwashers - cooking for the masses made easy!
Nearby attractions include Hereford on the River Wye (20 mins), Leominster's antique shops (10 mins) and Hampton Court Castle Estate. Weobley with its black and white buildings is worth a visit, as is Berrington Hall.
The Country Retreat is perfect for milestone birthdays, family reunions or just because you fancy playing lord of the manor for a week. It's private but not isolated, luxurious but not stuffy, with its own vineyard rows visible from the garden.
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Hereford, Herefordshire16°C
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Updated: 30 Aug 2026, 2:49am
Cuckoo Lodge is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
131m
(430 feet above sea level)
Cuckoo Lodge sits in a peaceful Herefordshire setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 52.1775000° N | Longitude: 2.6724° W
Today's sun times for Hereford (Sunday, 30 August 2026):
5:17am
Sunrise
6:05pm
Golden Hour
7:05pm
Sunset
This month in Hereford, you have approximately 13.80 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at Cuckoo Lodge.
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Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to The Country Retreat
Room for 18+ guests across 9 bedrooms with multiple living spaces means everyone can spread out without being on top of each other.
Games room with table tennis, 90" cinema screen, PlayStation, pool table and outdoor games keep all ages happy whatever the weather.
Five acres of landscaped grounds with summer house, firepit, orchard and croquet lawn provide perfect outdoor space for group activities.
Relax and unwind in the hot tub after exploring the local countryside - available November through May or by arrangement.
Wood-panelled dining room with impressive inglenook fireplace creates a spectacular setting for special celebration meals.
Two ovens, five-ring induction hob, three fridges and two dishwashers make catering for large groups straightforward and stress-free.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach The Country Retreat by car, take the A49 towards Leominster and follow signs for Leominster (4 miles SE). The property is located in rural Herefordshire with ample private courtyard parking available upon arrival.
For those traveling by rail, the nearest station is Leominster, approximately 4 miles from the property. From there, you'll need to take a short taxi ride to reach your countryside destination.
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