1 / 24Bare Farm Cottage
Madley, Herefordshire
A stylish farm cottage for eight at Madley in rural Herefordshire, with an open fire, an enclosed lawn and patio, views across open countryside and two dogs welcome.
Bare Farm Cottage offers a warm welcome and wide, open views, a stylish farm cottage in the heart of rural Herefordshire with direct access to the countryside for walkers and cyclists. It sleeps eight with room for two dogs, an enclosed lawn waits at the end of each walk, and the whole west of the county opens up from this dog friendly cottage.
The cottage is rich in history and full of character, with contemporary soft furnishings mixed in cleverly, and open-plan living for relaxing and catching up with friends and family. In the lounge, an open fire and a TV make for easy evenings, and both dogs will find their way to the hearth soon enough. Meals come together in a well-stocked kitchen/diner, with a washing machine tucked away in the utility.
Four bedrooms sleep the party: two doubles, a zip and link super-king (twins on request) and a twin, with the bathroom upstairs and a ground floor shower room. Outside, the enclosed lawn is joined by a patio, garden seating and a BBQ, so lunch can be eaten outdoors while the dogs explore the grass. A hamper of local produce can be arranged with the owner.
This is the Golden Valley, the broad vale that separates Hereford from the Welsh Hills, and keen walkers can follow the earthworks of Offa's Dyke or the Wye Valley Walk through meadow and orchard to rugged and remote uplands, with the dogs at their side. The Malverns and the Black Mountains are easily reached, and the year brings the Hay-on-Wye festival, the Ludlow Food Festival and the Great Cider Route.
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from £692 for 7 nights
Bare Farm Cottage takes 2 dogs and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 2 dogs
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- Outside: an enclosed lawn area with patio, garden furniture and BBQ | Ample off-road parking | Shop 3 miles and pub within walking distance | 2 dogs allowed
- Sleeps
- 8 guests
- Rooms
- 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Price
- from £692 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Open fire, Parking, Wifi
Bare Farm Cottage from £692 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is Bare Farm Cottage dog friendly?
Yes, Bare Farm Cottage welcomes up to two dogs. It's a genuinely dog-considered setup — there's a utility room where wet dogs can be towelled off, an enclosed lawn where they can roam freely without needing to be watched, and an open fire to settle in front of after a day out.
Are dogs allowed at Bare Farm Cottage year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions on dogs, so it's worth contacting the owner directly to confirm availability for your dates. What we can say is that the cottage is set up for dogs in all weathers — the utility room and open fire make muddy, rainy-day returns very manageable.
What should I know before visiting Bare Farm Cottage with my dog?
The maximum is two dogs, so it's not suitable for larger groups travelling with more than that. On the plus side, the enclosed lawn means you can let dogs out safely without worrying about what's beyond the boundary, and Moccas Park — an ancient deer park with flat river meadow walking — is just 3 miles away for proper off-lead exploring.
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Bare Farm Cottage from £692 for 7 nights
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