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Reviews of Country property In Rural Herefordshire / Powys border near Hay on Wye

Country property In Rural Herefordshire / Powys border near Hay on Wye
Dorstone, Herefordshire

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9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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Magnificent!
Stunning property in a picture-postcard village. Coralie was a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sara R., West Hollywood, California

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Charming converted barn close to Hay-on-Wye
The barn has so much character and charm and nearly all the rooms have their own bathrooms which were well appointed. Lovely views of the surrounding countryside from the upper level where the kitchen and living room were located. The kitchen was very well equipped for a large family who self-catered as we did. Plenty of room In the living and dining areas for my family if 10. A couple of negative points: The dryer was not efficient at all and then we discovered it was badly in need of a lint clean which seemingly had not been done for a very long time. People in the master bedroom and twin room downstairs said the beds were not very comfortable. We very much enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2023
Thank you for coming to stay and i am pleased you enjoyed yourselves. Some of the beds downstairs have new Hypnos mattresses so it sounds like they need breaking in ! Best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

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Fantastic place for friends to meet up
One of the best holiday homes we’ve ever stayed. Good communication with owner. Nice pub in village. House had everything we needed. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2023
Thank you Mark I was so happy to read your lovely review! It’s thoughtful of you to take the time. It would be great to have you all to stay again Best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Neil F.

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Fabulous weekend, in a fabulous property!
We were a group of 10 friends and one dog, who spent a great weekend in this property and couldn’t recommend it highly enough. It was very comfortable, homely and well equipped. As a group we have stayed in quite a few properties throughout the UK, but we all agreed this was probably the best to date. The sociable layout was perfect and the bedrooms very comfortable. Coralie, the owner provided us with useful information up front and communicated with us really well. Location wise it was perfect for visiting the lovely Hay on Wye and the fantastic Pandy Inn was in walking distance where we had a great Sunday lunch. If you’re looking for a place to stay you couldn’t go wrong with this one. Thank you & hopefully we’ll be back at some point in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2023
Thank you Neil for leaving such a nice review! That really made my day. I am pleased you had an enjoyable weekend and it would be great to have you back Many thanks Coralie

10/10 Excellent

derek c.

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LSE
Bunch of 60 year olds , university friends meeting up. Barn was as per pictures - excellent , very comfortable and great space for 7 adults to chill in comfort. the Pand Inn pub was two minutes walk away and was very good- real ales and good food with great service. Can also reconned the Nags Head in Peterschurch- had a very good welcome there for Sunday lunch
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
Thank you Derek for coming to stay and writing a nice review. I am pleased you enjoyed the house and the local establishments! Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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Exceeded our expectations
We had the most wonderful time celebrating a big family birthday. Everyone loved the barn. The stand outs for us - (1) Ample seating with enough space for everyone to do their own thing, (2) great big dining table for us to enjoy meals together, (3) sizeable and very well stocked kitchen, (4) lovely outdoor space for eating and playing, (5) beautiful surrounding area and we loved Hay on Wye. My nephews loved the mezzanine bedroom but it was a little restrictive at night time but the kitchen was big enough for the party to continue in :) We would go back in a heartbeat!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

CLARE F.

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Peaceful getaway
Beautiful property in peaceful location brilliant for our large family celebration plenty of space and equipped with everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr 2023
Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We are so pleased you had a good stay with your family and would love to have you back again Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle S.

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60th birthday get together for 12 people
Lovely big property, lots of seating and space, allowed dogs, with a lovely enclosed garden Perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jan 2023
Thanks so much Rachelle, i am pleased you enjoyed the house and it was great to have you to stay Best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

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Utterly amazing
The pictures made me think it was too good to be true but it was even better than this! Stunning property and so much space. Well insulated - we actually had to turn the heating off. The kitchen is laid out very well and a sociable space whilst being functional. Superb location for dog walking and hill running.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2023
Thanks so much Rebecca for your lovely comments. I am pleased you had an enjoyable time and am impressed by the ‘hill runnning’ ! Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Joanne G.

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Happy Chrismakkuh !
Beautiful and spacious property; tastefully decorated; incredibly well-equipped; and ideal for extended family celebrations. The Pandy Inn - just a short stroll down the road - is a fantastic place to have a meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2022
Thanks so much Joanne, it was great to have you to stay! Best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

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Pre Christmas family get together.
We had an excellent stay and would thoroughly recommend the barn. Everything was there that we needed for a family get together pre-Christmas. Had dinner at the Pandy Inn which was also excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2022
Thank you Tony We loved having you and your family to stay. Thank you also for taking the time to write a review. Hope to see you all again at some point Coralie

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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Extended family get together
The property was perfect for our requirements and the weather was one of the sunniest weeks of the year! Apart from the local pub (a 4 minute walk away), visits to towns like Ross on Wye and Brecon all required the use of cars, but we new this before we went so it wasn't an issue. The local pub (The Pandy) dealt with our large group very well, to the extent that we decided to go back and have the final meal of our holiday in their lovely garden. Coralie was at hand to deal with any queries that arose and she very kindly supplied us with an extra new cantilever umbrella as the weather was so hot in the sun.. The property doesn't have air-con but as the chances of getting a week of consistent temperatures in the high 20's C must be fairly remote, that is understandable. We did have the use of 2 electric fans for the top bedroom and the baby's room. All the rooms were well equipped for our needs and we would have no hesitation in recommending the house to any large group who want a nice property in a quiet area . That said, at harvest time, the local farmers are out on their tractors quite early , but you soon get used to them.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2022
Thank you James for taking the time to write such a nice review. It would be great if you could all come back we loved having you! Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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Dorstone
A very comfortable and well furnished house.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume D., London, UK

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Very enjoyable time
Beautiful place, great setting and lovely village pub.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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Beautiful house
Met and exceeded expectations. Faultless
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2022
Thank you Roger! It was so nice to have you to stay Bests, Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Trevor J.

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Family adventure
Perfect location on the Hereford Welsh border, stunning walks and family activities in the nearby rolling countryside. This wonderful barn had everything for our family of 12, hosted by coralie we could not have had a better time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2022
Thank you Trevor, we loved having you and were impressed with the amount of outdoor activities! Best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Richard Rogers

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Untitled review
This property ticked all the boxes for all 11 members of our party ranging in ages from 18 to 76.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

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Wow wow wow
I booked Meadow End Barn for my husband’s 50th birthday along with 10 of our friends. We had the best time. The barn was Aaaamazing. Very comfortable, clean, spacious & it had everything we needed. Carolie is a great host. I would highly recommend Meadow End Barn. We’re already planning our next trip ….Thanks Carolie for making our special weekend so special.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2022
Thank you Linda! I am so pleased that you all enjoyed yourselves for your husbands birthday. We’d love to have you back! Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

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Beautiful barn conversion near Hay
We had a fantastic long weekend at Meadow End Barn with our extended family. The house is very attractive inside and out and comfortably accommodates 12 people. We also loved the location - great walks from the doorstep, plus of course only a few miles from Hay-on-Wye. All-in-all, a great place to stay. Many thanks, Coralie,.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ceri R.

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Beautiful house
Really lovely festive stay in this gorgeous house. Lots of space, really well furnished and equipped. Would love to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie F.

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The best barn conversion you'll find!
Tastefully and thoughtfully fitted and furnished; well equipped; excellent communal space; full of character and very well positioned for anyone who loves to walk and to enjoy very attractive and uncrowded countryside
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

gary b.

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Herefordshire stay
Really nice property, excellent value. Lovely relaxing weekend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

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A golden time was had
Meadow end barn is beautifully decorated very comfortable and generously equipped. We were all older people meeting up so spent an Iinordinate amount of time chatting round the lounge and kitchen. It is a lovelY part of the world.. I have very poor mobility got up the stairs on Friday stayed there till Monday. Perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2021
Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review. We loved having you to stay and I hear the local tree population went down very well! Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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Wonderful location, wonderful property.
This was a fantastic find, wonderful location, excellent facilities and an extremely accommodating host. Would definitely recommend and will certainly visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
Thanks Nick! I am pleased you had a good time, thanks for coming to stay Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

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Really lovely stay, thank you!
We had a brilliant stay in this very well equipped and beautiful barn. Location was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2021
Ah thanks Sara. I am pleased you had a good break and enjoyed the house Best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Tracey A.

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Wonderful Long weekend
Fabulous property, beautiful rural location. Property as described, with gorgeous interior and garden furnishings to make our stay especially comfortable. Would recommend without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Hi Tracey thanks for taking the time to write a review I’m so pleased that you had a good time to

10/10 Excellent

Penny W.

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Absolutely Lovely Stay
We had a wonderful family holiday in this brilliant, well equipped and beautifully decorated house. We would highly recommend it if you are looking to stay in this beautiful part of the country.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2021
Thanks so much Penny. I am pleased you enjoyed your stay, thanks so much for coming Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Tasha C.

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Cosy barn, great for family gatherings
We had a nice week at the barn - our host was welcoming and communication with her was excellent. The barn was easy to find and access (with ample parking) and a fantastic location for exploring the Wye Valley and Hay on Wye. The Moccas Park nearby was great too. The decor was incredibly tasteful (albeit different from the photos) and the barn was very well appointed, enabling is to prepare food and also bbq. The upside-down layout worked really well. The ratio of bathrooms to bedrooms was excellent, our guests were all well catered for. Lots of games and entertainment for the kids too. The main issue we had with the barn was that it was too hot for us, much more than we are used to at home! There didn't seem to be many ways to cool it (one fan was provided) and also no shade in the garden throughout the day until the evening. Room temperatures were well above 30 degrees and we didn't even use the aga or log fire. Bedding was all very heavy and we could barely stand to go in the drying room. This wouldn't put me off recommending it to any of my friends, I think it's just more of a winter or shoulder season place. Being close to the river helped for lots of swims to cool down though!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul 2021
Thank you Tasha for taking the time to write. Yes I agree the heatwave (over 30 degrees) and the barn don’t go very well together with not much circulation of air upstairs due to the layout. I should have got some more fans during your visit. The garden brolly was broken just before you arrived. I do hope we can tempt you back and you can enjoy the barn in more temperate climes! Coralie

8/10 Good

Jeremy S.

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Friday Nighters
Very enjoyable stay and lovely welcome from Coralie. Plenty of room so very easy to relax. A little more wardrobe and hanging space would be appreciated.

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

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Fantastic village retreat for a family get together
Excellent experience from booking, through communication pre-arrival and whilst we were staying in the barn. Very well-equipped and set up for a group of couples or large family groups. Really spacious living areas, comfortable seating. Great to have 3 ensuite bedrooms plus two further bathrooms. Walled garden at rear was delightful and safe for dogs and children. Coralia was a delightful host, very quick to respond. Great to have supplies of everything like washing detergent, washing up liquid, loo rolls in plentiful quantities. Very short walk to excellent local pub. Lots of Great walks from the doorstep. We'd love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul 2021
Thanks so much Nick! We loved having you and your family to stay. It would be great if we could tempt you back Many thanks Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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Friends weekend away
We have just returned from staying at Meadow Barn and what a lovely experience it was! The accommodation is superb and our host, Coralie very friendly and helpful. There are beautiful walks from the doorstep and Hay on Wye and Hereford are only a short drive away. A perfect place for a group of friends or family gathering - we have already booked to return again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2020
Thanks so much Lisa I am pleased you had a relaxing stay and enjoyed the barn Many thanks for taking the time to write Best wishes Coralie

8/10 Good

Hilary Rainbow-Lewis

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Beautiful place
Fabulous house, being upside down arrangement we had lovely views from 1st floor kitchen, dinning living room. The kitchen well stocked with equipment, crockery, glasses. Lovely decor throughout. Top mezzanine bedroom was brilliant idea. Great bedrooms comfy beds nice linen and smart bathrooms. Lovely garden, very nice village. Plenty places to visit locally. Coralie was very helpful and seems to have thought of everything needed for a nice stay in a lovely house. Very clean and safe. Highly recommend for a group/family trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Helen morris

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Great stay
Really enjoyed our stay, we are happy to recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Sean W.

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Meadow End Barn
We had a great stay. Lovely house with a spacious sitting room perfect for larger groups. All delightfully furnished too. Easy driving distance to some great walking country in Wales. Nice walks locally too, very quiet village. Coralie who lives close by was very helpful. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Joanne H.

Great property for groups
Beautifully presented property. Unusual layout with lounge kitchen and dining on 2nd floor which is great for socialising. Parking for 2 to 3 cars. Garden at rear with seating area and bbq. One issue we had was lots of dog poo on the lawn which sadly one of my party trod in! Owner was very responsive during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2020
Thanks Joanne Apologies about the dog poo, the side gate was left open and one of my dogs slipped in 😞 I have now put a rope to keep the gate shut !

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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Great weekend break
We had a great time with our friends staying at this Property. There is plenty of room and we were fortunate enough to have a couple of dry days that allowed us to sit outside in the garden for a few drinks. We also made use of the Pandy Inn just up the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2020
Thanks for leaving us a nice review, and I am pleased you enjoyed your stay Bests Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Lucie L.

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Superb!
A really beautifully appointed barn which suited our entire age range and family. Warm and friendly welcome from the host and every thing you could need in the accommodation. Would recommend to anyone wanting a high quality break in a beautiful part of the world. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nigel M.

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Gorgeous Countryside Getaway
Absolutely gorgeous property. Perfect for our family getaway. As we love to cook, we were really impressed with the kitchen and how well equipped it was. Really cosy living room, especially with the fire burning. Some fantastic memories were made here the weekend we stayed - very happy!
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you both so much and I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay with your friends Very best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Emma J.

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Cozy barn conversion
The property was better than expected! It was very spacious and cozy. Close proximity to local pub which done nice food. Hosts were very easy to get in touch with and helpful! Would definitely recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Sally T.

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Dorstone January 2020
Lovely weekend get together with old friends Wonderful house in beautiful location Coralie very helpful Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
I am so pleased that you enjoyed yourselves at the house and thanks so much for taking the time to write Best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Denise C.

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Amazing Home
We have just returned from a fabulous break at Meadow End Farm. We were a group of 6 adults and 5 children, there was ample space for all of us, with the bonus of all adults having an en suite and still 2 bathrooms for the kids, so we didn't compromise on privacy. There was more than enough space to seat us all, both in the lounge and at the huge dining table. The local pub wasn't open for food as it was New Year, however, it was no problem to cater as the kitchen was very well laid out and had everything we needed to prepare food. The decor is stunning and everything is done so well. The bedrooms were very spacious and the beds extremely comfortable, there were no compromises at all. We walked to Arthur's stone one day and visited Hay on Wye another day, both recommended. The guys fitted in a round of golf and were spoilt for choice as there were many golf courses within 30 minutes drive. There were loads of games and we had a lot of laughs during the evenings playing. I cannot recommend this stunning home enough and we will certainly visit again. Thank you Coralie & David for facilitating a wonderful new year break for us all.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you so much Denise! It’s very kind of you to take the time to write. I am so pleased you had a good time over New Year in the house. We would love to have you again Best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Hannah C.

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Beautiful house beautiful location
We had a fantastic weekend at Coralie's property. The house is beautifully decorated and it was perfect for us. We were 6 couples and it suited us well. The kitchen is well stocked with plenty of glassware and mugs. I was a bit wary of the cooker but actually as it's electric it's not as confusing as an Aga, but top tip 14 inch pizzas don't fit! The village is lovely, and the local pub was brilliant, accommodating all of us with ease and a smile! We also found some lovely walks without having to drive anywhere using the maps from the house. Hope we can come again in future!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you so much Hannah for taking the time to write a review and such a nice one too! I am so pleased you all enjoyed yourselves and we welcome you back at any time Coralie

8/10 Good

James F.

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Great weekend getaway
Lovely place with everything you need for a great weekend or longer stay with friends or family.

10/10 Excellent

Louise V.

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Family celebration in Dorstone
A delightful property. Well-equipped kitchen, very pleasant sitting room/dining area and comfy bedrooms. Perfect accommodation for a celebratory gathering, in a beautiful location.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you for taking the time to write a review I am pleased you enjoyed yourselves and your celebration! Best wishes Coralie

8/10 Good

Brian B.

Happy holidays
It was an ideal venue for a large group.. there was an impressive range of equipment available....more than enough for all the people staying which is unusual..and all of a good quality which all helps things to run smoothly when catering for 12+. The house was beautifully put together..warm and inviting. Hot water for all those showers was also readily on tap. Books and games for everybody’s taste..what more could one want? We had a lovely family get together...
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Gosh thank you Brian! So kind of you to take the time to write. It was lovely to have you to stay and I particularly enjoyed my chat over the gate with Jackys mum.

10/10 Excellent

Philip P.

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Great rural location for family or friends get together
Communication with owner was excellent and really helpful. Beautiful location within village with wonderful pub 150 yds away! Delightful rooms with comfortable beds. Great high ceiling living space separated from well appointed kitchen by gallery area. Garden with bbq and log burner in living area. Dog friendly with lovely walks direct from the property. Dining in the pub is a must. Good beer, warm welcome and fantastic food at very reasonable prices. We were a party of 8 adults, mum dad plus grown up children with partners plus dog and baby. Worked really well for us. Would not hesitate to recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you Peter for your kind words and taking the trouble to write a review. I am so pleased you all had a great stay at the house and enjoyed the area Best wishes Coralie

10/10 Excellent

Sally-Ann K., England

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Happy times at Meadow End Barn
We had a great stay with friends for the weekend. Very comfortable and well equipped accommodation. We went into Hay which was a lovely place to visit for all you might want and a lovely walk along the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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Family gathering
very comfortable with well stocked amenities and no complaints from anyone.The most importing thing was that every one enjoyed themselves.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

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Dorstone
Beautiful property in a very peaceful location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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Fabulous Family Weekend
Meadow End Barn is a lovely property and comfortably accommodated our family group of 10 ranging in age from 6 - 89. Everyone had their own bathroom which was fantastic. We had two big family meals in the barn and the kitchen had everything we needed. And we went to the Pandy Inn which is a lovely local pub just a 3 minute walk away. We would recommend this property to anyone and we had a fabulous family weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thank you so much for your kind words and I am so pleased that you all enjoyed yourselves! Best wishes Coralie