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Ebony Cottage is an Escape from the Outside World.

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Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 259 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire, ENG
  • Tenbury Pump Rooms
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Ludlow Castle
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • West Midland Safari Park
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the area

Tenbury Wells

Located in Tenbury Wells, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 10-minute drive of Tenbury Museum and Tenbury Pump Rooms. .This cottage is 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Shropshire Hills and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from The Time Machine Museum of Science Fiction.

What's nearby

  • Tenbury Pump Rooms - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Brockhampton Estate - 20 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Ludlow Castle - 23 min drive - 21.5 km
  • West Midland Safari Park - 30 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Morgan Motor Company - 31 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

  • Bewdley Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Market Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pembroke House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bridge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Baiting House - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Temeside Inn - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ebony Cottage is an Escape from the Outside World.

Head for the hills…and the dancing daffodils. In the expansive grounds of a 16th-century timber-framed house, is the perfect retreat à deux. Way up a simple track, you already feel yourself unwinding as you approach your traditional timber framed hideaway awaiting you. The cottage sits in unspoilt rolling countryside and was built entirely out of locally sourced stone, oak and handcrafted leaded light windows. Inside you will be met by a cottage built by a Master Craftsmen with fine details, charm and character. Settle on the weighty leather sofa next to the wood-burner stacked high with logs from the nearby woods. The kitchen is well equipped, open plan and nestled around the Aga, the floor is made out of natural stone with underfloor heating. As you climb up the oak staircase you will be met by an open plan bedroom, dressing room overlooking the sitting room below from the galleried landing. It would be a treat of an evening to follow the babbling brook through the ancient orchid-dotted woodland.
Rest awhile at the owner's perfect little bothy, then retire to your own secluded little garden with its picture-postcard views across open pastures to the Teme and Kyre valleys. Venture further to ‘foodie’ Ludlow full of fabulous various restaurants, book-lined Hay-on-Wye, Ironbridge industrial heritage, the magnificent Malvern Hills is a wonderful way to spend the afternoon walking. Ludlow Castle, Croft Castle, Eastnor Castle and many more National Trust properties are within easy distance. Take to the slow life on the steam railway, stride out on the Mortimer Trail, meander through forgotten Herefordshire villages.
Leading directly from the cottage is an extensive network of footpaths and bridleways where badgers, woodpeckers, buzzards and owls may be seen. Buzzards soar overhead, rabbits scamper in the fields that surround you. Tenbury wells, an attractive spa and market town in the Teme Valley is 4 miles away and the fine Georgian town of Ludlow is only a 15 minute drive.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Eleanor Van Straaten

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 635 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday getaway

Stunning cottage and stunning location.Everything you could ever need is here! We were greeted by Barnaby who was lovely. Thank you, Eleanor for having us
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

A beautiful unique property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage

Perfect. Thank you very much. Beautiful stay. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

neil s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay

Such a beautiful place - we love everything about Ebony Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Was just a great place Hosts was good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Emily P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely views...

Location of the property was beautiful and our dogs loved it but there were a few things that let it down. The photos on the website dont reflect what it actually looks like on the outside. It shows a very open green space however the grass area in front of the property and to the side has a hedge all the way round. Wasn't a bad thing as it gave us an enclosed space for the dogs but think it should be shown on the images for clarity. Inside the property there are some upgrades needed: one of the sofas has sunken on one side so not very comfortable, the toilet seat was loose & moved when you sat on it, the shower head needs replacing as no matter what setting you put it on the water went wherever it wanted to go, and the Aga is not practical at all. It took 3 hours to warm it up enough to put a pizza in and even then it took 45 minutes to cook. It actually took longer to cool down than it did to warm up and in 22°c heat it made the inside of the property like a sauna! The dishwasher was also a bit of a hazard as it would tip forward whenever you loaded it on the top. The host was polite but i found it a little off putting that we were interrupted within 10 minutes of arrival to ensure we handed over cash for the 2nd dog (the original booking didnt give an option to put more than 1). She also decided to mow the lawn area in front of the property early one evening which made us feel a little uncomfortable and wasnt really necessary as could have been done after we'd left.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Wonderful craftsmanship in this unique cottage! We loved our quiet time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

William M., Walkeringham

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and tranquil

Great walks with dogs near by. Peaceful with nice pubs for diner/sunday lunch. All very cosy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

neil s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

Very charming and cosy cottage. We loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter wonderland

Wonderful stay in the impeccably clean, characterful and cosy Ebony Cottage. Beautiful surroundings, very well-equipped cottage warmed by the Aga, and delicious cake on arrival. Thank you Ellie for your hospitality and a memorable stay. We'd love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place to relax

Had a wonderful relaxing time in this beautiful cottage the craftsmanship is amazing, the location is so lovely and peaceful and the host Ellie and her daughter were welcoming and friendly, even had some cakes waiting for us, they didn’t last long :) Had nice walks around the grounds with our dog who loved it and tired himself out with all the sniffing ! Would definitely come back, it is a place you can just switch off from all of life’s stresses. Thank you for a lovely stay !!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole L.

Liked: Cleanliness

A fairy cottage

A really fairy tale cottage in such a peaceful landscape of beauetiful fields away from everything. Eleanor is most helpful and very kind. The lovely little fairy cakes were such a lovely thought and so right for this delightful get away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Romantic get-away

Surpassed our expectations, the cottage is stunning and the surounding area is lovely, so much to do and see. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and intend to revisit when we get chance.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Just perfect, with lovely grounds
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David, Rugby

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wow! Beautiful 'gingerbread house' in idyllic setting: tranquil and scenic. Wonderful place for a special occasion. Nice to look out of the window and see sheep happily grazing in the field behind the cottage. Good to be able to walk directly from the cottage into the fields. Wonderful views of the countryside all around.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dima P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic stillness, comfort and countryside views - what a wonderful place to stay

This is a real hidden little gem away from everything. Feel lucky to have found it. Love the natural design of the cottage, the 360-degree views, the spaciousness, the rolling hills, the beautiful gardens and spots to relax, the peace, the Aga, the animals all around, the location... You can feel Eleanor has put love into it all. You take a big sigh and you feel your heartrate slow in this place... Thank you for such a lovely stay! Wish we would've stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Becky C., Central Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Remote Get Away

This home has a fairy tale like quality. We have never stayed anywhere quite like it. We were amazed at the design and craftsmanship of this place and the surroundings were most peaceful. Although we did not meet the owner she was most responsive to us and went above our expectations. We would love to return here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay

Another holiday at this wonderful cottage in its perfect location, so quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul S., Bristol

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage, fantastic views and cupcakes!

Charming place, lovely and warm with a log fire even in the winter. Great view over the hills. Owners chocolate Labrador payed a visit and would appreciate any spare socks you might have.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Cottage

Stay at Ebony Cottage, lovely location in the countryside, incredibly quiet and peaceful / relaxing. The cottage is amazing with many great features, fully equipped like home from home. Ellie was very kind and welcoming even left cakes for us, nothing was too much trouble, would definitely love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Frances M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely weekend away, enchanting cottage

Such a joy to spend time in such a beautiful cottage and surrounding area. When we arrived we saw 2 badgers in the grounds! Lovely cakes awaited us! Cottage shows real craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Louise B., Worcestershire

Liked: Cleanliness

A little piece of Heaven

Ebony Cottage… Wow. A stunning well equipped timber cottage, surrounded by farmland, the sights and sounds of nature and ‘my secret garden’. A real haven for getting away from the hustle and bustle of life, a real brain break and de stressor. Located about 4 miles outside of Tenbury Wells up a single track lane. As soon as you approach the cottage, you can’t help but feel excited and relaxed. I would highly recommend Ebony Cottage. You will want for nothing and appreciate all that you have.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

A stunning property in an equally stunning location. We were overwhelmed with the beauty of it all, stunning views from every window - host Eleanor was very inviting, she’s a lovely talented lady. A very happy time had by us and our adored black Labrador with the same name as the cottage - Ebony. The cottage was an exceptionally happy find!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

nicky I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

A charming hostess and a beautiful location with a dreamy interior our stay was a wonderful break . Fantastic countryside interesting location with great walks for our energetic dog
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful and unique property

Beautiful and unique property in a tranquil location