Malvern Estate
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The Malvern Estate holds a uniquely special location, nestled within 140-acres of private countryside in wonderful Worcestershire. Guests will have the opportun...
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The Malvern Estate holds a uniquely special location, nestled within 140-acres of private countryside in wonderful Worcestershire. Guests will have the opportunity to enjoy complete privacy and tranquility within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close to the foot of Malvern Hills, but still just two and a half hours from the hustle and bustle of London.
There is a selection of excellent pubs both within walking distance and a short drive, and Malvern Spa with its selection of supermarkets, restaurants and theatre is less than a fifteen-minute car journey away.
The Elizabethan hall house, oast houses and old stables have been lovingly modernised and today seamlessly blends its original charm and character with updated facilities and all the amenities a family or group of friends could possibly need for a more than comfortable stay. The estate house can comfortably accommodate up to eighteen guests across nine beautifully appointed bedrooms while there is the potential for two additional children to make use of extra beds.
Set around a central courtyard, the ground floor is home to inviting entertaining spaces which boasts comfy sofas and open fires and comprises of a reception hall, sitting room, dining room, drawing room, and farmhouse kitchen. Upstairs, on the first floor are Tally-ho and Rose, two super-king size bedrooms which share the use of a Jack and Jill bathroom complete with a gorgeous freestanding copper bath tub. This floor also has a family bathroom with bath and separate shower and another WC. Along the corridor to the oast houses are a further two bedrooms, one super-king ‘upstairs downstairs’ Kingfisher suite with en-suite bathroom and the Oast House king suite with a separate sitting room. The Oast House en-suite has a bath and separate shower. There is a further WC in this part of the house. Up on the second floor are Shangri-la, a beautiful super-king sized room complete with hand painted gold leaf chinoiserie mural, and Fresco with its bespoke magnolia flower fresco mural which can be set up as a twin or super-king room, making it ideal for friends or children sharing. On the second floor there are an additional two bathrooms for these bedrooms.
The remaining three bedrooms can be found in the adjoining The Stables and include the Peacock Suite with its double fronted fire that links the bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Peacock has a four-poster super-king sized bed and a huge bathroom with separate walk in shower and a bathtub situated in-front of the fire. A separate WC with hand painted birds and bamboo mural completes this suite. Spire has a super-king sized four-poster bed and an art deco bathroom with separate shower and roll top bath. Wisteria is a king room with a beautiful hand painted mural of wisteria flowers climbing up the walls, it also has double doors out onto its own private deck and an estate view. Completing this room is a large en-suite bathroom with pink marble walk in shower.
Outside guests will never tire of exploring the expansive grounds at the Malvern Estate, whether they choose to enjoy a woodland walk, row across one of the lakes or play a competitive game of tennis.
After a busy day spent exploring your own private idil, the terrace is the perfect spot for the whole group to gather, cook up a storm on the barbecue and enjoy a meal al fresco admiring the un-spoilt valley view. An evening stroll in the gardens at sunset is the perfect time to watch the resident guinea fowl and peacocks return home to their roosting trees, and the wild ducks and mandarins nest up for the night on ‘duck island’.
* Please note that the pricing for the Malvern Estate is calculated based on the occupancy and therefore:
12 Guests: The House only (6 Bedrooms)
This is 6 super-king beds (2 split into twin) plus 2 moveable singles (Tally Ho, Rose , Fresco, Shang-ri La, Kingfisher and Oast House)
12-18 Guests: The House with and The Stables (9 bedrooms)
This is 8 super-king beds (2 split into twin) 1 king bed and 2 movable singles (Tally Ho, Rose , Fresco, Shang-ri La, Kingfisher and Oast House, Peacock, Spire and Wisteria)
* For groups above 18, an additional 2 children can be accommodated using additional single beds, which can be added to most of the bedrooms.
What you should know…
- Two dogs are allowed but they must stay in the outdoor kennels and not in the house
- Due to its location within an AONB, guests must make minimal noise between the hours of 11:30pm and 7am
- Please note that in order to have access to all 9 bedrooms, you will need to pay the higher rate. A maximum of 18 adults can be accommodated in total, an additional 2 children can make use of 2 extra single beds which can be added to the majority of bedrooms
This home is a part of our Sustainable Collection!
To be part of the collection, homes must meet a minimum of four criteria from our sustainable checklist, or three from the checklist and have a daily carbon footprint of 5kg or lower, based on full occupancy per bedroom. View the full collection here >
This home meets the following criteria from our sustainable checklist:
- Supports the local community (locally owned)
- Supports the local community (promotes local businesses)
- Committed to Renewable and Green Energy
- Promotes Sustainable Living (Recycling)
Property Features
Please note that the rates are calculated based on occupancy. For groups of fewer than 18 guests, there will only be access to a reduced number of bedrooms.
Ground Floor
- Reception Hall
- Sitting Room
- Drawing Room
- Dining Room
- Large kitchen with dining space
- Cloakroom
First Floor
- Tally-ho with super king-size bed and access to shared Jack and Jill bathroom
- Rose with super king-size bed and access to shared Jack and Jill bathroom
- Family bathroom
- Cloakroom
- Oast House suite with king-size bed, separate sitting room area and en-suite bathroom - (This room is only included for bookings of 12 + guests)
- Kingfisher Suite with super king-size bed, downstairs lounge area and en-suite bathroom - (This room is only included for bookings of 12 + guests)
Second Floor
- Shangri-la with super-king bed
- Fresco with super-king bed (can be made into twin beds or family room)
- Two additional bathrooms
The Stables (only included when booking for 12 + guests)
- Peacock Suite with super king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with feature bath tub
- Spire with super king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with roll top bath
- Wisteria with super-king size bed and en-suite bathroom
The Studio (available for an additional charge)
Exterior Grounds
- 5 acres of gardens
- Terrace
- Large courtyard
- Dining facilities
- Barbecue
- Tennis court for tennis, football and basketball
- Tree swing
- Rowing boat, canoes, and paddleboard for lake
- Croquet
- Gruffalo trail in woods
- 2 outdoor picnic tables in estate grounds (one at the top of heart attack hill)
- all weather table tennis
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Selection of DVDs
- Cot & highchair provided
- Gated entrance
- Plenty of parking
Information
- By prior arrangement up to two dogs are allowed to stay. They can stay in the provided outdoor kennels, but not in the house
- The estate owners live on the estate in the west wing with their 3 dogs, and so are on-hand to provide any help or advice. However guests are able to retain plenty of space and privacy to fully enjoy their stay!
* Please note that the pricing for the Malvern Estate is calculated based on the occupancy and therefore:
12 Guests: The House only (6 Bedrooms)
This is 6 super-king beds (2 split into twin) plus 2 moveable singles (Tally Ho, Rose , Fresco, Shang-ri La, Kingfisher and Oast House)
12 - 18 Guests: The House with and little hall (9 bedrooms)
This is 8 super-king beds (2 split into twin) 1 king bed and 2 movable singles (Tally Ho, Rose , Fresco, Shang-ri La, Kingfisher and Oast House, Peacock, Spire and Wisteria)
* For groups above 18, an additional 2 children can be accommodated using additional single beds, which can be added to most of the bedrooms.
Location
About the surrounding area of Malvern EstateThe Malvern Estate holds a magnificent location set within Worcestershire countryside close to the foot of the Malvern Hills, just minutes outside the village of Alfrick, while a wider variety of helpful amenities can be found in Malvern Spa less than 15 minutes away. While the Estate offers guests the chance to completely unwind and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, city dwellers can relax in the knowledge that the medieval city of Worcester is less than half an hour away. The Estate also makes an ideal base for those travelling for the Cheltenham Races, being located 45 mins from the racecourse, while it has excellent travel links with the M5 just 15 minutes away and Birmingham Airport being conveniently situated just an hour’s drive away.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Town/City |
Great Malvern
(11km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Alfrick
(1.7km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Suckley
(3.7km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Waitrose, Malvern
(11km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Suckley
(3.7km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Bransford
(7.2km) |
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| Nearest Tennis | On-site | ||
Region
England isn’t just divided into the north and the south – there’s a whole stretch of the country that sits right between them, a wonderful and often overlooked area known as the Midlands. It’s here you’ll find Shakespeare’s birthplace, the rich cultural heritage of the Industrial Revolution and beautiful countryside that’s as wonderful to look at as it is to explore.
To make sure you don’t miss out on any of the great stuff to do in the region, we’ve put together this handy Midlands travel guide – great place to start when you are holidaying in one of our cottages in the Midlands.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesThe Malvern Estate makes a fantastic choice for those travelling with children, the wonderful location of the home offers families the chance to put down the tablets and enjoy quality time together outdoors. There is the opportunity for guests to enjoy wildlife-spotting walks through the woodlands, treasure hunts, picnics, fruit picking in the orchard, feeding the ducks and fish in the lakes or taking part in a competitive game of tennis on the private court - there really is something for children of all ages!
The estate is home to a working farm with approximately 400 sheep and 6 Rams on-site, so there really is always something to see. For an additional cost, the owners can arrange sheepdog training taster sessions, great family fun for those keen to have a go at shepherding (please enquire at time of booking for more info!) For the little ones, a baby cot and highchair are provided at the property, while an additional two children can be accommodated through making use of two extra beds.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Tennis Court
- Table Tennis
- DVD
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to babysitters we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
- Babysitting/childcare services
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | £1500 to be paid to the owners 2 weeks prior to arrival and to be refunded in full subject to a damage inspection on departure |
| Arrival time | 3pm |
| Departure time | 11am |
Terms & Conditions
* Please note that the pricing for the Malvern Estate is calculated based on the occupancy and therefore:
12 Guests: The House only (6 Bedrooms)
This is 6 superking beds (2 split into twin) plus 2 moveable singles (Tally Ho, Rose , Fresco, Shang-ri La, Kingfisher and Oast House)
12 - 18 Guests: The House with and little hall (9 bedrooms)
This is 8 super king beds (2 split into twin) 1 king bed and 2 movable singles (Tally Ho, Rose , Fresco, Shang-ri La, Kingfisher and Oast House, Peacock, Spire and Wisteria)
If you are in a smaller group but would still like access to all 9 bedrooms, you will need to pay the higher rate for maximum occupancy.
* For groups above 18, an additional 2 children can be accommodated using additional single beds, which can be added to most of the bedrooms.
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £1500 to be paid to the owners 2 weeks prior to arrival and to be refunded in full subject to a damage inspection on departure |
| Arrival time | 3pm |
| Departure time | 11am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in rental price |
| Internet access? | Yes, included in rental price |
| Changeover day | Fridays only |
| Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 3-night minimum stay at weekends |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking permitted |
| Pets welcome? | Two dogs are welcome to come along but must be kept in the outdoor kennels and not in the house |
| Other Ts and Cs | One cot and one highchair are provided at the property (guests must bring their own cot linen) |
| Other 2 | The lead booker must be over 30 years old |
| Other 3 | Stag or hen parties are not permitted and will be refused access to the house |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29th 2021 - Dec 20th 2021 | £3,794 | £4,778 | £5,762 | £6,885 |
| Dec 20th 2021 - Dec 27th 2021 | - | - | - | £9,639 |
| Dec 27th 2021 - Jan 9th 2022 | - | £7,230 | £8,607 | £9,639 |
| Jan 9th 2022 - Apr 1st 2022 | £3,794 | £4,778 | £5,762 | £6,885 |
| Apr 1st 2022 - Apr 29th 2022 | £5,234 | £6,611 | £7,989 | £9,639 |
| Apr 29th 2022 - May 6th 2022 | £5,234 | £6,611 | £7,989 | £9,639 |
| May 6th 2022 - May 20th 2022 | £3,794 | £4,778 | £5,762 | £6,885 |
| May 20th 2022 - Jun 5th 2022 | £5,234 | £6,611 | £7,989 | £9,639 |
| Jun 5th 2022 - Jun 24th 2022 | £3,794 | £4,778 | £5,762 | £6,885 |
| Jun 24th 2022 - Sep 4th 2022 | £5,234 | £6,611 | £7,989 | £9,639 |
| Sep 4th 2022 - Oct 21st 2022 | £3,794 | £4,778 | £5,762 | £6,885 |
| Oct 21st 2022 - Oct 28th 2022 | £5,234 | £6,611 | £7,989 | £9,639 |
| Oct 28th 2022 - Dec 19th 2022 | £3,794 | £4,778 | £5,762 | £6,885 |
| Dec 19th 2022 - Dec 26th 2022 | - | - | - | £9,639 |
| Dec 26th 2022 - Jun 2nd 2023 | - | - | - | £9,639 |
Prices based on an occupancy of 18 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29th 2021 - Dec 20th 2021 | £4,743 | £5,972 | £7,202 | £8,606 |
| Dec 20th 2021 - Dec 27th 2021 | - | - | - | £12,048 |
| Dec 27th 2021 - Jan 9th 2022 | - | £9,036 | £10,758 | £12,048 |
| Jan 9th 2022 - Apr 1st 2022 | £4,743 | £5,972 | £7,202 | £8,606 |
| Apr 1st 2022 - Apr 29th 2022 | £6,542 | £8,264 | £9,985 | £12,048 |
| Apr 29th 2022 - May 6th 2022 | £6,542 | £8,264 | £9,985 | £12,048 |
| May 6th 2022 - May 20th 2022 | £4,743 | £5,972 | £7,202 | £8,606 |
| May 20th 2022 - Jun 5th 2022 | £6,542 | £8,264 | £9,985 | £12,048 |
| Jun 5th 2022 - Jun 24th 2022 | £4,743 | £5,972 | £7,202 | £8,606 |
| Jun 24th 2022 - Sep 4th 2022 | £6,542 | £8,264 | £9,985 | £12,048 |
| Sep 4th 2022 - Oct 21st 2022 | £4,743 | £5,972 | £7,202 | £8,606 |
| Oct 21st 2022 - Oct 28th 2022 | £6,542 | £8,264 | £9,985 | £12,048 |
| Oct 28th 2022 - Dec 19th 2022 | £4,743 | £5,972 | £7,202 | £8,606 |
| Dec 19th 2022 - Dec 26th 2022 | - | - | - | £12,048 |
| Dec 26th 2022 - Jun 2nd 2023 | - | - | - | £12,048 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Property owners
Ian and Rosanna Horsley
How long have you owned the property?
We bought the estate in July 2017
What was it about the property that you first fell ...
Owner Profile
Property owners
Ian and Rosanna Horsley
How long have you owned the property?
We bought the estate in July 2017
What was it about the property that you first fell in love with?
We were looking for a small estate set in beautiful countryside. When we found the Malvern Estate it was love at first sight. The view of the stunning Elizabethan property hit us as soon as we travelled down the driveway, and with its private setting by the lake in its own valley we were hooked. It is a real privilege to be custodians of this very special place.
Do you have a favourite room in the property?
We really struggle to narrow it down. Rosanna loves the Peacock suite in Little Hall for its epic bathroom, bamboo mural loo and custom hand painted four poster bed. Ian’s favourite room is the original Hall house sitting room with its huge open fire and wooden beams. This seems to be where people love to gather for an evening of whisky and putting the world to rights!
For anyone coming to stay is there anything in the surrounding area they should...
Really do?
The great outdoors options here are really accessible. Exploring the Estate on one of the many walks available, a good cross country walk to the pub or if it is a nice sunny day we are right on the doorstep of the Malvern Hills. We love a Malvern Hill walk followed by a good cream tea!
Really eat?
When available in season the Estates own Grass Fed Lamb and Hogget should be tried. You can really taste the difference with slowly matured grass fed meat.
Really see?
The wildlife is amazing here, the woodpeckers, muntjac deer, the resident heron, our peacocks and guinea fowl, the wild ducks on the lakes, and even feeding the monster sized carp in the lake! Or just watch our sheep contentedly grazing in the meadows.
What insider tip would you pass on about the property or the area?
Worcestershire is relatively undiscovered and often gets overlooked for other more popular tourist or coastal locations in the UK. There are so many great things to see and do, and you are far less likely to spend you holiday in queues or traffic. It is also easy to get to from many parts of the country. Everyone who comes to stay here, wants to come again.
Reviews
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Fantastic
Fantastic house, gardens & location. Rosanna & Ian very pleasant & willing to accommodate our needs.
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A wonderful stay...
We had a wonderful stay in this beautiful house which provided everything we needed. We didn't let Covid spoil our stay and enjoyed games and home cooking round the large kitchen table. We played many games of tennis, table tennis and croquet and had fun with the boat and paddle board! We went for some lovely walks in the surrounding area. Owners Rosanna and Ian were very friendly and helpful answering any queries very promptly.
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Breath-taking views and relaxing atmosphere
It was a perfectly situated expansive home with sweeping views of the lake and woodland and the elevated farmland in the distance. All in all a wonderfully peaceful setting enveloped by idylic countryside. The property feels vast and is finished to the highest standard all round with a lovely homely feel to all areas. Every room that we used was lovely and beautifully tasteful. We found the snug and main lounge area with roaring fireplace and well stocked drinks cabinet a particularly wonderful place to relax after a day traversing the Malvern hills. The local towns and pubs in the Malvern area are full of friendly folk and fabulous food and beers. The Malvern hills are a must do in terms of hilltop wandering and Malvern Estate is the truly perfect setting for being back together and enjoying country living at the highest level after a day out on the walks. Will definitely come back!
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A peaceful retreat
Malvern Estate is a beautiful property, with many charming and interesting parts to the house. My favourite thing about Malvern Estate is the outdoors, the remote setting means the fresh air and beautiful countryside are a very welcome change from busy city life. The beautiful Peacock Suite in Little Hall that we stayed in, it was both elegantly decorated and private - a proper retreat.
Walking through the estate fields to the local farm brewery for a couple
of pints was great fun, but the highlight for me was the walk along the
Malvern Hills - challenging but fun walk with some great views along the way.
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Had a lot of fun
I liked all the different themes and colours of the rooms especially the ones with the roses and the one with the colourful birds.
I liked exploring in the woods, feeding the guineafowl and running down heart attack hill. I also enjoyed hanging out with the dogs. I had fun
exploring inside and outside. Depending on the time of the year, ask if you can go and visit the lambs in the barn or have a picnic underneath the flower trees. This is a good place for children to come and stay as it is fun, entertaining and there is a lot that you can do.
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Love the house and the animals
Eva liked the bath in her room as it was so big and so warm. She also liked the passion fruit she had for breakfast in the kitchen! Bea loved the teddy, which lived on their bed. They both loved feeding the animals more than anything. They also
enjoyed picking up the peacock feathers on a little hunt in the woods.
It was amazing to see the animals and sheeps, and have a picnic, but avoid the sheep poo in the field! We also saw the lambulance driving in the fields as it was lambing time. It was fun!
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