Cottage In The Wood

High on the Malvern Hills, The Cottage in the Wood Estate looks out over thirty miles of the Severn Valley — a view that shifts with the light and the weather, and the reason a lot of our guests keep coming back. You can walk straight from the door onto the hills and come home to nine acres of quiet woodland. It's privately owned and it feels it: characterful rather than uniform, and genuinely welcoming. Food matters here, and it all comes from one kitchen. 1919, our fine-dining restaurant, holds three AA Rosettes and a place in the Michelin Guide — a menu rooted in the local landscape, served Thursday to Saturday evenings with the valley laid out beyond the windows. The rest of the week that same brigade cooks the brasserie: more relaxed, no less careful on the plate, and the view from every table. There's a serious wine list, and a bar worth lingering in. New this year is The Forest Spa, set among the trees, with a hot tub, sauna and cold plunge, a relaxation room to unwind in, and treatment rooms staffed by our own therapists. Come for the day or fold it into a stay. The 32 bedrooms are spread across the grounds — each one different, all en suite, all making the most of the view, right down to a pair of binoculars on the sill. For more room, two self-contained guest houses sit within the estate: a two-bedroom lodge and a three-bedroom converted chapel, private and your own These rooms contain either a king-size or double bed. The private bathrooms have walk-in shower. Some rooms offer views of the Costswolds or partially restricted views. Please note, pets are not allowed in any of these rooms – please choose another type of room if you want to bring a pet. These rooms are available in the Main House, The Coach House and Beech Cottage. Guests should specify their room preference in the Special Requests box at the time of booking, but please note requests are subject to availability.