St Marks Chapel

A beautiful and characterful retreat tucked away in the peaceful Worcestershire countryside. Once a place of worship, this unique chapel has been lovingly transformed into a cosy holiday stay, combining its historic character with the comforts you need for a relaxing getaway. Step inside and enjoy a peaceful space filled with charm, warmth and character. Whether you’re looking for a romantic countryside break, a relaxing escape from everyday life, or simply somewhere special to unwind. The space The Story of St Mark’s Chapel 📖💒 📍Welcome to St Mark’s Chapel, a beautiful piece of Hanbury’s history with a story stretching back more than 150 years. Built in 1872, the chapel was originally established as a Chapel of Ease to St Mary’s Church, Hanbury. Its purpose was to provide a local place of worship for the people living around Woolmere Green, who otherwise had to travel to the ancient parish church on Hanbury Hill. 🧱The chapel became known as St Mark’s Mission Church and served the local community for many years. Its simple Victorian Gothic design, traditional brickwork and tall arched windows are reminders of its original purpose as a small rural place of worship. 📜The history surrounding the chapel is even older. St Mark’s sits within a landscape shaped by centuries of farming, settlement and travel. The nearby historic Saltway, an ancient route associated with the Roman road network between Droitwich and the settlements to the east, runs through this part of Worcestershire. 🌾Over time, the chapel’s life as a place of worship came to an end. Today, St Mark’s Chapel has been given a new lease of life as a unique countryside retreat. 🤍Although the building is no longer filled with parishioners and Sunday services, many of its original features remain — allowing you to stay somewhere that is not simply a holiday accommodation, but a small piece of Hanbury’s history. We hope you enjoy being part of St Mark’s next chapter. 🍃✨💒 St Marks chapel offers a very open plan space for both upstairs and downstairs. 👨‍🍳The kitchen has all the amenities including Oven Fridge Freezer Washing machine Microwave Toaster It has a large breakfast bar where you can watch telly from or have a clear view into the garden and beyond out onto the rolling hill and open sky. ☕️Tea, coffee and sugar is provided as-well as some herbal options. 📺The lounge flows from the kitchen and is at the back of the property where you can feel cosy and cuddle up in front of the telly or relax and read a book. 🛋️The corner sofa does convert into a double bed that sleeps 2 guests. If the chapel is booked for 4 I will have the pillows and duvet dressed and waiting for you stored in the sofa and the chest under the Tv. 📚There is also a charming little corner to the side of the living room where you can sit and have a quiet moment to relax, decompress or read a book. We also have a downstairs loo tucked away. Upstairs is open plan, bright and airy. We have 2 Velox windows which the double bed is perfectly placed under one. 🧳There is a clothes rail with hangers and a chair in the corner. Another place to sit unwind in the peace and quiet of the chapel. We have lovingly restored the original windows and this is a striking main feather of the bedroom. 🛁The main bathroom upstairs offers the option of a walk in shower or a soak In the bath. 🪴The kitchen doors can be opened up to allow a free flowing feel from the inside to the private outside garden. There is an outside table. The cushion for the chairs will be kept in the tall green outside locker, where giant jenga can be found! Plenty of places to sit and relax. Last but not least the hot tub! It is ready to use as soon as you check in. Instructions of how to remove the cover will be found in the welcome pack in the kitchen. Take in your views and surroundings and enjoy the peaceful bliss St Marks Chapel has to offer. We do politely ask that you shower before you get in removing any oils, creams or lotions. Towels will be provided but I recommend bringing some flip flops or slides. Holly Guest access You have full access to the chapel and its private garden. We have a local farmers right of way to the left of the property and do ask that you do not park here. It is vital he has access to his field 24/7 7 days a week. There is plenty of space at the front of the property. Other things to note Please park at the front of the chapel as the farmer does have right of way to access his field.