Westbrook Court Country House
- Premier host
- Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire, England
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- Sleeps: 21 (+5)
- Bedrooms: 9
- Bathrooms: 8
- Minimum stay: 2 nights
If you’re celebrating something special (like a wedding anniversary, micro-wedding or hen/stag party), Westbrook Court is your dream country-house escape.
The former 17th century farmhouse has been renovated in a contemporary style, by interior designer Kari Morgan of Westbrook Interiors. Guests can expect a bespoke pre-arrival concierge service, beautifully comfortable interiors, and sumptuous sociable gathering spaces for up to 26 guests (21 adults and five children).
Everything you can possibly think of for a memorable break is included, from a huge, atmospheric dining hall that seats 21 guests (or more for a canape event) and choices of sitting rooms for smaller gatherings. There’s also a big barn games room with a ping pong table and dart board, and a workshop room for a range of activities.
As if that wasn’t enough, there’s a specially-curated outside dining area, while catching the sunset rays is a huge wood-fired hot tub with an adjacent Kadai area… complete with benches for stargazing in the Dark Skies region.
Back inside, there are nine bespoke-styled bedrooms to choose from. Four – three kingsize and one double – are in the main farmhouse, along with three bathroom/shower rooms, with the remaining five bedrooms in a separate, timber-clad stable-style annexe. Not only are all the guest suites en-suite, but most are spilt-level, with a mezzanine bedroom and lounge. Three also host large single sofa beds, available as bookable extras.
The bedrooms are all family-friendly. One is also wheelchair-accessible, with step-free access to both the room and the en-suite shower. Oh, and if you need to catch up on work, take advantage of the farmhouse’s first-floor study zone, with its two-person desk, Ercol chairs, and glorious views across the lawned front garden.
There are plenty more beautifully-furnished indoor spaces to catch up and chill out in, lavishly adorned with bespoke statement lighting, Welsh sheepskin rugs, original wall art, and gorgeous, cushioned window seats for curling up with a good book.
Keep readingAt a glance
- An interior-designed, 17th century farmhouse and guest suites with luxurious amenities and cosy accommodation for groups of up to 26 guests (21 adults and five children).
- The gated “mini estate” is set in three private acres of idyllic Wye Valley countryside, close to Hay-on-Wye and the Black Mountains.
- Choose from nine bedrooms – four in the farmhouse itself, and five split-level guest suites with en-suite facilities and private lounge areas in the black timber clad Stables.
- Facilities include a large and well-equipped kitchen, and 8 bathrooms to wind down and freshen up in.
- Outside awaits a covered fitness and games area, a wood-fired hot tub and Kadai firepit space, a dedicated children’s play area, and private wild fields with a newly planted woodland to explore.
- The pre-arrival concierge service is on hand to help you arrange private catering and a wide range of activities for your stay.
Features
Adults Only
Disability Accessible
Dog Friendly
Family Friendly
Hot Tubs
Large Groups
Facilities
9 bedrooms, including 5 separate guest suites with en-suite facilities and private lounge area, main lounge area with two sofas and armchairs, library-style reception area with leather armchair seating, TV room with leather lounge with 50-inch Smart TV, office zone with two-person desk, access to Wi-Fi, printer, 40ft kitchen with 2 dishwashers, Belfast double sink, induction range cooker with ovens and hobs, combination microwave, USA style double fridge/freezer, two bar fridges, kitchen island with 5 stools. Outside: landscaped seating area for 18+, 8-seater cedar-clad, wood-fired hot tub, covered games barn with dart board, table tennis, fitness/weights area, covered workshop activity space, large gravelled seating area with brick built BBQ and nearby is the hot tub area with adjacent Kadai area with bench seating, shaded ‘outback shack’ with seating, shaded children’s play area with games and seating under the willow, private fields to explore, designated private parking for up to 10 cars with gated front entrance.
Local Activities
Please see the property website for a full description of the many local attractions and on or off-site activities that can be arranged for your stay.
More information
Meanwhile, the 40ft kitchen is ideal for would-be celebrity chefs, with an electric induction range offering four ovens, five hobs, a large USA-style fridge/freezer, two dishwashers, and a kitchen island with stools for those who like to observe the culinary preparations, perhaps with a glass of wine!
(Don’t fancy cooking? You’ll have a choice of recommended caterers to create a range of celebratory feasts just for you, or there are plenty of delicious places to dine in the local area).
Outside awaits vast, private wild fields to explore, with an Aussie-style ‘outback shack’ under the ancient mulberry tree, and a children’s play area under the willow – a natural den that also comes complete with shaded railway sleeper seating.
If you feel like wandering further afield, there’s doorstep-access to some glorious walks, including Merbach Hill and Little Mountain – with the magnificent Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons mountain range just 20 minutes away by car.
You could choose to weave in and out of bookshops in whimsical Hay-on-Wye… or perhaps indulge in your concierge-arranged activities, either on or off site. These include everything from spa treatments and Dark Skies experiences, to belly dancing, cider tasting, gliding, and waterfall walking!
Things to note
The property is child-friendly, with a travel cot and high chair available. Stair gates can also be installed on request, and camp beds can be booked separately for an additional fee. Please bring your own towels for the hot tub. Dogs are welcome to stay by prior request and for an additional fee per dog, which can be added to your booking. Micro-weddings and celebration events can be held on-site – please see the property website for details and enquiries.
Current Offers
15% off all dates in September and October - enquire to book!
Where you'll be staying
Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire
What the guests of Westbrook Court Country House say
“We had a memorable weekend at Westbrook Court to celebrate a significant birthday – it was lovely to stay in such a historic and characterful building in a beautiful setting. The location was perfect for a group into cycling and walking with majestic road rides over the Gospel pass and around, wonderful tracks over the Begwyns, plenty of gentler routes too, and loads of walks on the Black Mountains. We also enjoyed sitting outside and playing garden games as well as just looking at the views. The accommodation was excellent for the group of 14 adults – there is loads of space to lounge and relax and gather together, and the dining room is very atmospheric and a good size and layout for a big party. The undercroft was great for storing all our bikes. The kitchen was huge and well equipped, and the range was easy to cook on – we did all self catering which was fun. We made a lot of use of the tea-urn, and appreciated the delicious cake and goodies. Hay-on-Wye nearby has good shops for groceries – we ordered what we could locally and collected when we arrived. Thanks Kari for recommendations and prompt communications.”
“We went for my sisters 40th Birthday celebrations and we all had an amazing time. We travelled just under 3 hours to get there so not bad and it was easy enough to find with most of the journey being on stretches of Motorway. The facilities were perfect for a party of 23, which included a lot of children and 4 dogs, the kitchen being the most important feature so as to accommodate all the food and people. Communication between the owner, Kari, and the Big House team was amazing. Would definitely recommend!”
“Fantastic property, well equipped. The view across the valley from the outdoor dining area was stunning. The 5 individual rooms made it easy for keeping the dogs separate when they needed down time. Host information very helpful and detailed.”
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