Buttercups at Midway

About this property

“Buttercups” at Midway is a delightful, quirky annexe, set in the grounds of the owner’s home, in Kington, a peaceful village in the depths of the Worcestershire countryside. Inside the property is light and bright and offers flexibility The kitchen diner is a contemporary spot where you can sit together and enjoy a meal. (If you prefer to eat out Toast and The Boot pubs are both in walking distance as well as NOM, an excellent coffee shop and bakery.) Spend some time relaxing in the cosy sitting room equipped with a Smart TV and board games for your entertainment in the evenings The annexe has its own patio area in the orchard, a great spot to sit and have a coffee to start the day. There is also a hot tub on the patio where you can relax with a prosecco and watch the stars, late into the evening. Children are very welcome at Buttercups and outdoor games are provided on request.

Kington is situated between Worcester and Stratford on Avon and is 3.3 miles from Inkberrow, the home of The Archers, and in close reach of the ancient market town of Pershore with its excellent amenities. It is ideally placed as an escape for couples or a family of four and is less than an hour’s drive from Birmingham Airport. The property is in easy reach of the Cotswolds, Bredon Hill and the Malvern Hills, all Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

In the immediate locality there are many footpaths and walks through woodland and open countryside and the area is popular with cyclists. The owners are able to offer guided walks on request, subject to availability. Kington is close to a range of sports facilities including Rivers, an excellent Leisure Centre and pool in Pershore, the open-air Lido at Droitwich, tennis courts at Inkberrow, sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding, climbing, archery and crazy golf at Aztec Watersports. Redpoint Climbing Centre in Worcester and Go Ape in the Wyre Forest are both in easy reach.

For wee ones there is a fabulous soft play centre six miles away in Feckenham. Within an hour or so attractions include the Cotswold Water Park, the West Midlands Safari Park, the Cotswold Wildlife Park, the Cotswold Farm Park, Little Owl Farm Park, the Severn Valley Railway, Drayton Manor Park and The Snowdome at Tamworth. For those who enjoy exploring historical sites there are many places of interest nearby including Shakespeare’s Birthplace in Stratford, Warwick Castle, The Commandery and Cathedral in Worcester, Avoncroft Museum of Buildings and National Trust properties at Croome Court, Hanbury Hall, Greyfriars in Worcester and Coughton Court.

Shopaholics are in easy reach of excellent centres such as Cheltenham, Touchwood at Solihull, Merryhill and of course Birmingham - all about 25 miles from Buttercups – and also the new Cotswold Designer Outlet at Tewkesbury.

Locally the Jinny Ring Craft Centre is only 5 miles from Buttercups and in Kington there is Simply Alpaca Experiences, Kingcot Glass Art workshop, and the Helianthus Antiques Emporium The owners are happy to arrange workshops with these and other local crafts and arts facilities by prior request.

The property is also an ideal location for visits, for example to Cheltenham Races, NEC events, the Three Choirs Festival, Three Counties Show in Malvern, Worcestershire and Warwickshire Cricket matches and Worcester Warriors Rugby.

Inkberrow is a wonderful village in Worcestershire, resting in close reach of the beautiful scenery and outdoor excitement of the Cotswolds and the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village itself offers a local shop, Post Office, two pubs and a church, while nearby Worcester boasts a wider selection of amenities as well as attractions including the National Trust Greyfriars' House and Garden, The Commandery civil war museum and Worcester City Art Gallery and Museum. In easy reach of Redditch too, there's so much to explore in and around Inkberrow.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms:1 x ground-floor super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.

As the property has a large ground floor bedroom and walk in shower, the owners are happy to accommodate guests with special needs or limited mobility, but please enquire before making a booking to discuss if the property would be suitable for any specific needs.

1 x twin (zip/link, can be double upon request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Please note that the first-floor bedroom is a mezzanine and so does not have a door and is accessed straight from the stairs
Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room.

Gas central heating.

Electric oven and 2-ring induction hob.

microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine , Smart TVs and WiFi.

Air fans and hairdryer.
Fuel and power included in rent,.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot, highchair and stairgate provided on request.

Off-road parking for 2 cars Lockable area for cycles.

Patio and lawn with furniture and outdoor games.

Designated BBQ area with BBQ table and disposable BBQs available on request.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Londis Mini Mart and petrol station with EV points 0.6 miles.

Please Note: This property will regrettably only be able to accept bookings for a minimum of 4 nights.

The owners do have a very friendly Sprocker spaniel called Callie who loves everyone – but if guests have any problems with dogs, they will make sure she is invisible.

There is very limited public transport in the area