In the picturesque countryside, Quarry House welcomes you with its beautifully renovated farm cottage charm. Set within 3 acres of fenced garden and surrounded by woodland, this home from home offers a spacious kitchen perfect for family meals and a lounge with comfortable seating for cozy nights in. Enjoy quality time together in the games room or relax in the hot tub under starry skies.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 121776 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Quarry House, peaceful rural retreat, country farmhouse cottage, sleeps 8-12
This beautifully renovated farm cottage is set within a rural location just outside the town of Presteigne.
- Surrounded by woodland and rural views
- Set within 3 acres of fenced garden
- Offa's Dyke and other walks are accessible from grounds
- Base to explore the Herefordshire, Shropshire and Welsh Marches
- Nearby shops, pubs and restaurants
- Within easy access to Ludlow, Hay-on-Wye and a day out at the coast
ACCOMMODATION
First floor:
▪️2 large double bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed and the other with a double bed. ▪️1 twin bedroom convertible to Superking bed with sofa bed which may be used as a double or single bed. ▪️1 bedroom with bunk beds. ▪️Family bathroom with roll top bath and shower attachment.
Ground floor:
▪️Spacious kitchen with large farmhouse dining table seating 10-12. ▪️Rangemaster cooker, separate electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge, microwave, coffee machine, slow cooker, food processor, sandwich toaster and food warmer. ▪️Plenty of cutlery, crockery, glassware and cookware. ▪️Shower room with walk-in shower allows ground level access. ▪️Utility / boot room with additional fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. ▪️Lounge has comfortable seating for 8 to 10 people and features a wood-burner, television, DVD, Bluetooth radio speaker.
▪️Hot tub - seats 6-8 people - located in a private position for ultimate privacy and seclusion - separate towels are provided - acrylic glassware for your safety within the hot tub area
▪️Games room - separate WC - pool table - TV and DVD - games console - board games and DVDs provided - sofa bed (available upon request for additional occupancy - charges apply)
▪️The house is baby / child and dog friendly. - high chair - cot - baby bath - change mat - microwave steriliser - stair gates for both children and dogs
▪️Our furry guests are not forgotten when providing a warm welcome. You will find: - dog bowls - a treat jar - poop bags - a dog crate - dog blankets
Dogs love the garden at Quarry House and walks are accessible direct from the property.
Quarry House has been renovated to provide comfortable home from home holiday accommodation. The house has been equipped with all the facilities that we would find in our own home. We hope our guests will enjoy Quarry House as much as we do.
We strive to update and improve Quarry House and its facilities on a regular basis. The summer house is equipped with sofas, table tennis and games. It an ideal place to sit and enjoy the views from that part of the garden. We are very excited about these additions and hope our guests will enjoy the new facilities as much as us. Recent improvements include wooden flooring in lounge, storage in the games room and bunk room, updated range cooker, and redecorated bedrooms.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Video games
Outdoor areas
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
2 steps to reach entrance
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Thin carpet in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Strictly no smoking permitted within the house.
Services and conveniences
Housekeeping (on request)
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Golf
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Clean up in the garden after any pets who have stayed.
Recycling in the plastic boxes outside utility room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
Parking
Please do not park on grass areas. Adequate parking for 4-5 cars
Log basket
1 basket of complimentary wood plus kindling. £10 for additional wood used.
Hot tub
Please follow the instructions given via guest book.
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 2-3 well behaved dogs (more under prior approval)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: We provide equipment for babies and children.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no smoking permitted within the house.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 50
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
About the area
Located in Presteigne, this vacation home is in a rural area. Withybeds Nature Reserve and Mynydd Ffoesidoes Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include East Radnor Leisure Centre and Hergest Croft Gardens. Traveling with kids? Consider Small Breeds Farm Park and Owl Centre and The Spaceguard Centre. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby. Visit our Presteigne travel guide
Is Quarry House, peaceful rural retreat, country farmhouse cottage, sleeps 8-12 pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Quarry House, peaceful rural retreat, country farmhouse cottage, sleeps 8-12?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quarry House, peaceful rural retreat, country farmhouse cottage, sleeps 8-12?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Quarry House, peaceful rural retreat, country farmhouse cottage, sleeps 8-12 located?
This family-friendly Presteigne vacation home is located in a rural location, 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Saint Stephen's Church, and within 6 mi (10 km) of East Radnor Leisure Centre and Hergest Croft Gardens. Went's Meadow and Withybeds Nature Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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A great sized property that had more than enough space for 7 of us. The grounds and surrounding woodlands were very peaceful. The added extras such as the log burner, hot tub & games room meant that we had plenty to do on the rainy days. The area is very remote which adds to the privacy and the nearby villages had everything we needed from takeaway to post office. We’d definitely love to stay again
Quarry House was perfect for our family holiday. 7 adults, 3 children and 2 dogs enjoyed everything the house had to offer. The children had so much fun between the hot tub, games room, grounds and play area. The house is equipped with everything you need for an away from it all break. We enjoyed meals around the big kitchen table, beautiful views from the terrace and summer house, relaxing around the outdoor fire, chilling in the hot tub and long walks. The Chinese takeaway in Presteigne was delicious and only a 5 minute drive away. We loved the house and would definitely recommend it.
Quarry House was an amazing venue for our extended family Christmas celebration. We had 12 people from 9-74 and a dog and all had a great time. The house looked beautiful all lit up and decorated. We particularly appreciated the amazingly well equipped kitchen. There was nothing at all that we missed even down to spare batteries. There were clear instructions on how to operate everything and helpful local information. We enjoyed walks in the woods, soaking in the hot tub and warming up in front of the log burner. We had an issue with a power cut on the 1st night. This was outside anyone’s control but the owner was very helpful in communicating with us and finding out the cause of the problem and it was quickly resolved. All in all the house was perfect for our needs and we may very well rent it again (if they’ll have us!)
very private, huge gardens, lovely welcome basket. very comfortable beds with fresh bed linens and towels, plenty of hot water and of course the hot tub!only thing we could say is the walls/kitchen windows and banister were a bit grubby, they really need a good clean . excellent location to access local attractions and a fab pub a couple of miles away serving gorgeous food.star gazing was beautifulX we could see the milky way
helen c.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Tim Bendall
Aug 8, 2014
Superb peaceful bliss
This property is ideally situated for a relaxing peaceful holiday, maintaining easy access to the surrounding area. The gardens are huge and allows plenty of space for the kids and dog to run free. Highly recommend this property and will definitely return.....
The property was fantastic and located in a beautiful spot it had everything we needed and more from the relaxing hottub to the cosy fire pit not to mention the stunning gardens and spectacular scenery! i would 100% recommend to all and will be definitely returning, the communication from the owners was also great with instructions from check in to check out and reassurance that they was a message away had we had any issues :)
Such a wonderful setting, so quiet. The house is wonderful and the gardens are enormous around it. Very secure for both dogs and children. Long driveway well fenced. We will definitely be back here one day. Thanks Amanda.
Zack H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Joanna F.
Apr 20, 2014
Stunning setting with a lovely relaxing house
Lovely house with vey cosy atmosphere, great for relaxing in with log burner and great kitchen/ diner. Kids ( and dog) loved exploring in the garden which was secure but still felt like you were in the woods. Lovely villages on the door stop with great local butchers and fresh local produce.
Surrounded by stunning countryside with amazing views and interesting walks.
Went for a swim in the pool in the village which was great for a rainy day.
Highly recommend this house and location for a relaxed get away.
Everything had been thought of to make our stay comfortable and special. Because of lockdowns we waited over a year to finally stay at Quarry House but oh boy, was it worth the wait. Comfortable beds, spacious yet cosy sitting room, ample sized kitchen for sitting g and putting the world to rights and stunning location. A gem.
Set in some of the most beautiful countryside in the UK, the property offers multi-layered experiences within a private and tranquil setting. Themed areas abound; the firepit to the rear, the hot tub, the sun kissed terrace, the summer house on the hill, the secluded trails through the grounds, the games room and of course the house itself which is a gem. Convenience and utility for all ages in all weathers but you do need to be mobile to manage the stairs, steps and hills. It's hard to imagine any family or group who wouldn't be enthralled by this location.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Stephen S.
Jan 8, 2015
Fantastic country getaway
My wife and I and six early twenty something girls! A nightmare you'd think, as it happens Quarry House is laid out so that nobody seemed to get under each other's feet, the games room is a big bonus.
Amanda is super easy to deal with and very patient!!
The house is fantastic as mentioned loads of room, clean, warm and very private.
Location is great, we took bikes and cycled the quiet roads and trails in the area and there are some good walks in the woods right outside the back garden.
All told we had a great weekend in a superb house,
Thanks to Chris and Amanda for making quarry house available to share.
The property was as described, but still impressed when we arrived. All well stocked with items that's needed to make your stay hassle free and enjoyable. Such as plenty pots and pans, cutlery, milk, bread, butter, towels for showering and hot tub. Instructions for everything that you need. The hosts immediately replied to any questions we had before hand. (Didn't need to ask anything once there). Grounds were just perfect for our two dogs. Walk them around the grounds first thing in the morning, then off out up Burfa Hill which is accessed via a gate on the property grounds. Once there we didn't need to go out once. Great location, great facilities and great hosts.
carl s.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
4/10 Poor
Vasyl
Apr 23, 2019
dissatisfied
Rooms were not clean, we were attributed to the damage that we did not make
My birthday stay was one of two halves. At the weekend we hosted my grown up children and their young families, totalling 9 of us and 2 dogs. With a choice of games console, pool, dolls house, darts, wendy house, table tennis and hot tub (and more which we didn't use) the children were always busy and parents happy. Eating was straight forward with such a long table and plenty of toddler friendly plates etc. Dogs were also well catered for with their own box of supplies.
Things don't always go perfectly and the shower was fixed within 4 hours of reporting it.
The following week our family returned to work and we hosted friends in their place. The host and the housekeeper obligingly accommodated this change of use perfectly by supplying us with extra sheets and towels with perfect attention to our requests.
Quarry House is located in beautiful rolling countryside. I struggled to arrange taxis but that aside, the house has everything to entertain families and walkers without jumping in the car.
All our guests were sad to leave, having had the most perfect stay.
Christopher M.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Lix S.
Jun 24, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
House needing a deep clean and decorated through out.
Quarry house review...on arrival place looked fantastic, plenty grounds for kids to run around very welcoming even the sun was shining. We were disappointed with the cleanliness given we had paid an enhanced cleaning fee due to covid. When we arrived two of our party spent the first hour cleaning. On closer inspection the house was full of cob webs (on the foot of one bed, all along wall art throughout the house, ceiling joists in the kitchen dining area) kitchen needed a full deep clean due to toaster full of crumbs, kettles had stale water in them, dishwasher was smelly and had food debris lying in the bottom. The sink was covered in brown splashes and draining board was filthy. The utility room fridge freezer had dried in spilled milk along the doors. We cleaned the visible milk away and cleaned the fridge freezer 3 times but still smelled. Cleaners said they had reported this but it was still dirty when we arrived so hadn't been cleaned anyway. Tumble dryer lint filter was left full. Hot tub had a broken seal this was day one! When we pulled the travel cot out from under the bed it and the fold up bed we're covered in a very thick layer of dust which made me wonder when they had last been moved for under the bed to be hoovered. Travel cot was also stained so gave that a clean before using which we would have done anyway but still disappointed to see it was put away visibly dirty. Day 2 blind fell off the window of the black and white room, cafetiere cracked when we put hot water in it. We found food under the kitchen sofa. Broken toilet seat hinge ( not recently broken) kids swing set is well past its best, there were broken kids chairs in the Wendy house we had to hide from our toddler as they were unsafe. Lovely bedding, plenty towels supplied. Hot tub was amazing . The outside new seating was lovely to picnic with our wee people. The house could benefit from a deep clean and refreshing of paint , broken tiles replaced, garden slabs levelled as some are wobbly (not good for our kids. Yes when we called to report any issues they were delt with quickly thankfully. We were a family of 5 adults a 6 year old and a 2 year old . Drove over 5 hours from Scotland for a 4night stay and I tried to enjoy our time but kept finding more faults. holes in the ground which unfortunately but luckily( rather me than kids) I fell down injuring my shin and ankle. Summer house equipment sun damaged, lot of road noise in teal room. Needs a major update all over
Absolutely amazing property. Has literally everything you could ask for in terms of facilities. Great kitchen, hot tub was a success with the kids, great games room.
Loved the sun terrace area.
We had a brilliant week, I only wish we had booked for longer. The house, grounds and views are stunning. So much to keep the kids happy away from home! The house is remote but near enough to a number of lovely attractions including the Small Breed Farm Park and owl centre which is definitely worth a visit, and a trip to Hay, which we loved. Would absolutely recommend. Thank you!
The property was even better than expected, well equipped and decent space. The hot tub was great with all the family having a dip at some point. The grounds offered great walks for the dogs with direct access on to forest walks or even runs for the more energetic of us. Found lots of interesting places to visit, it feels a bit like the place where time stood still
A lovely spacious house in a beautiful setting. Something entertaining for every member of the family provided from 4 to 76 years. We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay and made wonderful memories. Thank you so much Amanda and Chris.
Our group had a wonderful mid week stay. There was so much to do and keep us entertained while we were here, we all had a great time. The kitchen is very well stocked with everything we needed, it’s also a lovely pet friendly place to stay. We will return again in the future.