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Gillian
27 July 2024
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Dragon Nest - self-contained studio loft apartment
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Ledbury, Herefordshire
- Westons Cider Mills9 min drive
- Malvern Hills9 min drive
- Eastnor Castle12 min drive
- Gloucester (GLO-Gloucestershire)60 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area
About this property
Dragon Nest - self-contained studio loft apartment
Our open plan, spacious studio apartment is perfect for a romantic weekend away, a family holiday, or a retreat space for one, and sleeps up to 4 people (2 adults & 2 children). Dragon Nest is a quirky blend of both modern and traditional styles - fully furnished with a brand-new kitchen and elegantly designed bathroom, towels, cosy sheets and farmhouse furniture.
With spectacular views over the orchard through the velux windows, and across the ponds to the Malvern Hills from the kitchen, you feel an expansiveness above everything and yet warmly contained by the apex ceiling and soft wood floors. Whether you are coming for a short break or a longer stay, Dragon Nest has everything you need to rest and relax after a day immersed in the beauty of the orchard and the surrounding area.
Immerse yourself in nature and slow down to a gentler pace of life when you join us at Dragon Orchard Retreat. Cared for by the Stanier family for over 100 years, our idyllic 22-acre orchard lies in the beautiful, rural county of Herefordshire.
Whether you stay in one of our bespoke, hand-crafted yurts or Dragon Nest, our spacious, self-catered studio apartment, you will find intangible magic in our orchard that will weave through your time here, and leave you feeling more grounded, energised and alive.
We have specifically designed our self-contained accommodation to ensure that you have plenty of space and your own private environment during your stay at Dragon Orchard. With cosy beds and private washing and cooking facilities for all living spaces, we provide the comfort you need for retiring after a day in the orchard, or exploring the area.
Our focus is the creation of a space for people to detach from the hectic pace of modern life, and connect to nature - a 'Dragon Retreat'. We appreciate that the life we lead here, surrounded by trees and immersed in the natural cycle of the seasons, keeps us well in both body and mind - vibrant and energised.
We wish to share our connection to the land with you, and hope that you find as much serenity, wellness and vitality here as we do.
With spectacular views over the orchard through the velux windows, and across the ponds to the Malvern Hills from the kitchen, you feel an expansiveness above everything and yet warmly contained by the apex ceiling and soft wood floors. Whether you are coming for a short break or a longer stay, Dragon Nest has everything you need to rest and relax after a day immersed in the beauty of the orchard and the surrounding area.
Immerse yourself in nature and slow down to a gentler pace of life when you join us at Dragon Orchard Retreat. Cared for by the Stanier family for over 100 years, our idyllic 22-acre orchard lies in the beautiful, rural county of Herefordshire.
Whether you stay in one of our bespoke, hand-crafted yurts or Dragon Nest, our spacious, self-catered studio apartment, you will find intangible magic in our orchard that will weave through your time here, and leave you feeling more grounded, energised and alive.
We have specifically designed our self-contained accommodation to ensure that you have plenty of space and your own private environment during your stay at Dragon Orchard. With cosy beds and private washing and cooking facilities for all living spaces, we provide the comfort you need for retiring after a day in the orchard, or exploring the area.
Our focus is the creation of a space for people to detach from the hectic pace of modern life, and connect to nature - a 'Dragon Retreat'. We appreciate that the life we lead here, surrounded by trees and immersed in the natural cycle of the seasons, keeps us well in both body and mind - vibrant and energised.
We wish to share our connection to the land with you, and hope that you find as much serenity, wellness and vitality here as we do.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Weddings & private parties
Pets
Pets allowed
Pets by arrangement
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Weddings & private parties
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ledbury
Ledbury is home to this apartment. Painted Room and Market House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wessington Wood & Pasture and Joans Hill Farm Reserve. The International Centre for Birds of Prey and Three Counties Showground are also worth visiting.
Ledbury, Herefordshire
What's nearby
- Westons Cider Mills - 9 min drive - 8.1 km
- Malvern Hills - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
- Eastnor Castle - 12 min drive - 11.7 km
- Three Counties Showground - 19 min drive - 18.7 km
- Morgan Motor Company - 22 min drive - 21.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Moon Inn - 11 min drive
- Beauchamps Arms Inn - 10 min drive
- Walwyn Arms - 7 min drive
- Seven Stars - 8 min drive
- Crown Inn - 12 min drive
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9.8
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10/10 Excellent
Hannah
23 July 2024
Lovely, peaceful stay!
Hannah
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10/10 Excellent
Jenny
25 July 2023
Perfect environment and very helpful hosts
Jenny
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10/10 Excellent
Peter
21 April 2024
A welcome retreat from a busy time in our lives
Peter
10/10 Excellent
Chris B.
19 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Chris B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Kristine
25 July 2023
A beautiful and peaceful place, tucked into the English countryside, with very friendly hosts.
Kristine
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10/10 Excellent
Trish
25 July 2023
Peaceful Retreat
Trish
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10/10 Excellent
Susan
25 July 2023
A lovely place: beautiful, comfortable, peaceful.
Susan
About the host
Hosted by Host
Our family have tended this very special patch of Herefordshire countryside for over a century. From yeoman beginnings as a small 22-acre fruit farm, our offerings have evolved and expanded as each new generation has taken up the mantle as custodians of this land.
Since 2000, we have been welcoming people to join us at Dragon Orchard for walks and talks, art, music and food events, and many other celebratory occasions. We have cultivated a particular interest in sharing our space, its produce and our connection to local community with other people.
Since 2021, we have opened our space for people to retreat to. We offer back-to-nature, self-catered holiday stays in our unique, hand-crafted yurts or our newly renovated studio apartment. We also host community festivals, organise annual gatherings and invite others to join the various retreats and workshops held with us throughout the year.
Since 2000, we have been welcoming people to join us at Dragon Orchard for walks and talks, art, music and food events, and many other celebratory occasions. We have cultivated a particular interest in sharing our space, its produce and our connection to local community with other people.
Since 2021, we have opened our space for people to retreat to. We offer back-to-nature, self-catered holiday stays in our unique, hand-crafted yurts or our newly renovated studio apartment. We also host community festivals, organise annual gatherings and invite others to join the various retreats and workshops held with us throughout the year.
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