This Victorian villa, dating from 1895, rests in a peaceful, tree lined residential area of Hereford city. Tucked away to the south west of Birmingham, nestled between the Welsh border to the west and Worcestershire on the east, Herefordshire is a county with a rich and diverse heritage. Steeped in tradition, here you will find picturesque villages set within rolling, green hills. A TV, a mini-bar and tea and coffee making facilities are included in each room.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.4
Free Wifi
9.4
High score for Hereford
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Wayne
    United States of America United States of America
    Host was wonderful, made us feel welcomed. Room was cozy and we had a wonderful English breakfast . Our dinner was at a local pub just 5 minutes walk away as suggested by our host.
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Really excellent breakfast, freshly cooked but served very quickly. A very wide range of options available. The bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom spacious. The staff very friendly and helpful.
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellently located for access on foot or by car. Superb breakfasts, reasonably priced drinks from fridges in the room or downstairs and a good lounge area. Very welcoming hosts.
  • Gary
    United States of America United States of America
    The condition and cleanliness of the room were perfect. The owners apparently take great pride in their house. Breakfast was great. The hosts were very friendly.
  • Frazer
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Spacious room. Nice furnishings. Good breakfast. Friendly staff.
  • Bridgette
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The off road parking was good and it was easy to fin Somerville House. Convenient for Hereford Town Centre. Hosts were really helpful with suggestions of where to eat. Fresh milk on arrival was a lovely gesture. Room was comfy and had everything...
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely place to stay for a visit to Hereford and surrounding area. I'd highly recommend it.
  • A
    Anonymous
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The house is very comfortable, and clean. Also, the owners were very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was lovely. Would recommend to anyone.
  • Kristian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Warm welcome, very comfortable room, thoughtful touches, superb breakfast
  • Oliver
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This place is what every b&b / guesthouse should be.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.9Based on 399 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

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Property info

Somerville House is a detached Victorian villa dating back to 1895, situated in a quiet, tree-lined residential road in Hereford. It offers boutique style five star bed and breakfast accommodation, combining luxury and comfort with warm, friendly service. We have 11 en-suite bedrooms, including one ground floor room, which is a larger size luxury room which can be a super king or twin room.with ensuite shower room, The first floor rooms are a mix from single, small double to super-king/twin rooms with a bath and/or shower. On the top floor we have our standard king/double rooms all with ensuite shower facilities. Our contemporary dining room offers an excellent breakfast including the traditional full English, continental and vegetarian breakfasts, with healthy options available. After a busy day, take time to relax in our lounge or beautiful terraced garden. Ample parking. Wi-Fi internet access throughout. Somerville House is located less than a mile from the city centre and just a ten minute walk from the train station and cathedral. We are within easy driving distance from the M5, Ross-on-Wye, Great Malvern, Gloucester, Leominster and an hour’s drive from Cardiff. Being within easy reach of Brecon Beacons and the Wye Valley, it is ideally located for walkers. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate Dogs or young children under the age of 10 years.

Neighborhood info

If you are looking for that idyllic blend of thriving rural communities served by a combination of motorways and leafy lanes and supported by a wealth of diverse and successful businesses, you need look no further than Herefordshire. Tucked away to the south west of Birmingham and sandwiched between the Welsh border to the west and Worcestershire on the east, the county represents a corner of rural England with a rich and diverse heritage.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Somerville House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Activities

  • Archery
    Off-site
  • Bar crawls
  • Water sports facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site

Living Area

  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Minibar

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Concierge
    • Baggage storage
    • Meeting/Banquet facilities

    General

    • Smoke-free property
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Fan
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Spa

    • Beach umbrellas
    • Beach chairs/Loungers

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Somerville House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
    Check-out
    Until 11:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 10 are welcome.

    Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Accepted payment methods
    VisaMastercardCash
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Extra beds are only available in the Superior Room and need to be arranged with the hotel directly.

    In order to prepare for our arriving guests, we ask that you leave your room by 11 a.m. on the day of departure. The staff will be happy to store your baggage if required.

    If you require a bathtub as well as a shower please consult the hotel directly.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 09:00:00.

    In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

    Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

    Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    FAQs about Somerville House

    • Somerville House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Fishing
      • Canoeing
      • Mini golf
      • Water sports facilities on site
      • Bar crawls
      • Archery

    • Guests staying at Somerville House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.6).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish

    • Room options at Somerville House include:

      • Single
      • Double

    • Check-in at Somerville House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

    • The prices at Somerville House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Somerville House is 0.7 miles from the center of Hereford. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.