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The Old Cider House, a tasteful, detached cottage rests in the village of Hanley Swan. With the luxury of a wood fired hot tub and private driveway parking making it an ideal for a rural escape for guests and a pet. Inside you will be greeted by the warmth of the fire where you can cosy up with your loved ones for a movie or games night. The fully-equipped kitchen provides space to cook some hearty meals. There are three bedrooms with luxurious shower room and stylish en-suite bathroom with quality tiling and fixtures. Step outside to the enclosed garden, where you can indulge in a dip in the hot tub or enjoy a glass of bubbles while looking out over the panoramic views. Enjoy a spot of dining in the garden or into the woodland area to have a picnic in the covered seating pavilion, or simply enjoy a morning coffee surrounded by nature. If you don’t fancy cooking, take a short drive to one of the many pubs for your evening meal. The property has a Good Housekeeping bond of GBP 250 Change over Monday & Friday only

Hanley Swan is a small and quaint village resting in the historic county of Worcestershire. Sitting within the Malvern Hills district, between the towns of Malvern and Upton-upon-Severn, there's plenty to explore on its doorstep, including the wonder of the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty found just a scenic drive away. The inspiration for the setting of the novel Black Swan Green by David Mitchell, this picturesque village hosts a range of handy amenities including a pub, a Social Club and a village store with a Post Office, providing everything you could need for a self-catered stay. The traditional village also hosts a village green and a duck pond making a lovely spot for a leisurely stroll, with plenty of seating for a picnic too. The nearby town of Upton-upon-Severn lies within easy reach hosting even more shops and eateries to take your pick from sitting amongst the scenic waterfront and its impressive marina, as well as The Tudor House Museum being found here too, the perfect place for a spot of history when you're not marveling at the architecture of the 17th century buildings scattered around the town. Be sure to check out the Jazz, Folk, Blues and Sunshine Festivals held annually while in the area, or spend a day in the vibrant city of Worcester for a plethora of family-friendly attractions such as museums aplenty, a wonderful racecourse, shopping experiences, a bustling nightlife and so much more. Venture into the depths of the Malvern Hills AONB for a plethora of scenic walking and cycling routes amidst spectacular settings, or explore the surrounding excitement of Ledbury, Hereford, Tewkesbury and beyond.