Here's a selection of what our visitors have said about staying at Walkers End since we opened over 2 years ago in September 2007
Ethereal sunset towards Hay Bluff from the upper bedroom at Walkers End
Thank you to Hattie, Andrew and Sophia for the very warm welcome. I agree with everything that has been written by others. I could spend hours looking out at the views! (and I live in the Lake District in a house with a splendid view).
Christine and Stephen, Kendal, Cumbria, March 2010
Thank you for a very peaceful and comfortable weekend. The cake was excellent, and lovely to some back to with a cup of tea after an afternoon on the hills. Shelagh and Rob, Gloucestershire, February 2010
We loved the warmth and comfort and peace of the cottage and much appreciated the welcome and all the additional Christmas touches. The snow's two appearances added a sense of adventure. We'd like to return when it's warm and dry and green!
Maurice and Morna, Highbury, London, Christmas 2010
A superb cottage full of everything you need - a real gem! Hattie and Andrew are fantastic hosts. I felt warm, cosy and very happy here for my short break. All the little extras made all the difference, and the heated towel warmer is pure luxury! Hope to come again - until then happy sailing! Lorraine Eglinton, Falmouth, Capeland, MA, USA, December 2009
Had some lovely walks and visits to the local pubs, beautiful views and great time. Cottage was lovely and we felt really at home and comfortable. The extra touches were a real treat. Fab place! Will be recommending and returning.
Sue, Helen and Rachel, Oxfordshire and Staffordshire, November 2009
We have simply loved your stylish and comfortable cottage and its beautiful surroundings. A great base for so many places. we will be recommending it. Andrew and Ann Stevens, Devizes, October 2009
You have an exquisite cottage. I wish I could have stayed longer. It was meticulous and the features are stunning. All this and a breath-taking view! Thank you for the yummy cake! Geraldine Allen, Wiltshire, September 2009
The Gold Award from 'Visit England' and all the complimentary remarks of previous guests are well deserved. We found this gem of a cottage by chance on the Internet but will certainly recommend it to family and friends and would be delighted to return for a longer holiday. Extremely well-appointed and comfortable for a self-catering property - there is nothing we could think of that wasn't supplied! A warm friendly welcome too - and excellent lemon cake - on arrival.
Bill and Jean Stalker, County Durham, August 2009
Best place in 22 years in Britain. Amazing garden, exceptionally clean, well-stocked and maintained. Owners very good, highly recommend this to all, from anywhere. Plan to return next year after all the years we are in this area.
Arwyn and Judy, Flagstaff USA, July 2009
Thank you for a lovely holiday (place to be) at your cottage and for your company at the BBQ. You have certainly put a lot of thought into the content and infrastructure of the facilities and we found everything that we required, even better than home! Each person we have talked to back home says the cottage sounds like something out of a 'Famous Five' book.
An immaculate cottage in a wonderful area. Our time here has been superb in all respects. Thank you Hattie and Andrew for this gift and congratulations on your Gold Award. You truly deserve it!
Robyn and Dennis Elliot, Sydney Australia, May 2009
Our second stay in Walkers End felt like coming home. We had a wonderful week. We hope to return in 2010! [and have already booked, Editor]
Sander, Franciska and Linde, Holland, April/May 2009
The cottage was perfect and we had some brilliant sunny weather along the way. The car has been resting all week and it is our legs and lungs that have been working hard on the Malvern Hills! A wonderful and relaxing break in a peaceful location. Thank you. Stuart, Carole and Charlotte Rye, Tonbridge, Kent, April 2009
We've had a wonderful stay in your beautiful cottage. The children loved their attic space, and we've enjoyed the views, the sun, the bedding, the cake, the dishwasher . . . ! Thank you so much!
Claire, Pete, Emily and Joshua, Leicester, April 2009
We've had a lovely 3 day break to relax and celebrate my 40th - it's been wonderfully relaxing, in a beautiful setting, with much attention to our every need. A superb cottage. Hattie and Andrew made us very welcome, spectacular views and many thanks for a lovely holiday. Angela and Marcus Lock, Weston-super-Mare, April 2009
A grand introduction to the splendour of the Malvern Hills - great views across Herefordshire in many changes of light, very well designed accommodation and charming garden. We loved the uncluttered look and whisky marmalade. Frances and Peggy, London and Wallingford, March 2009
One of the best places we have stayed - a wonderful comfortable home with every comfort supplied. We have really enjoyed our break, especially being able to walk right out onto the hills. Thank you so much for making the cottage so welcoming. Ernie and Frances Reid, London, March 2009
Every need has been thought of. Even a hot water bottle! Just like home, there was nothing we lacked, no little item not provided to make this a perfect holiday home. We have had a lovely week. Thank you. Wanda and Andrew, Ickford, Bucks, March 2009
Andrew and Hattie you really do have a fabulous place. We enjoyed getting away from the hussle and bustle which is home and your place was just what we needed. Bed was too cosy, didn't want to get up. Really, really don't want to go home. Will definately be back in the Summer, thanks. Scott and Sarah Millington, Dudley, January 2009
Delightful attention to detail round every corner, even a Christmas tree without having to get in the attic! Not forgetting the cake and Sophia's gingerbread. Just the place for a very diferent Christmas, lots of fresh (if very cold) air and oodles of sleep. Jeff and Maggie, Abbots Langley, Herts, Christmas 2008
The cottage is lovely, in a beautiful location. We appreciated the cake and flowers, and the attention to detail in every area. We had a very relaxing break. Lynn and Tim Evans, Calne, December 2008
Lovely cottage and you thought of everything! Hope to be back next year. Lisa Robertson and Lynne Marshall, Cyprus and Devon, November 2008
A lovely couple of days in a delightful cottage. 5 Star in every respect, hope to be back soon. Debbie and Frank, Salisbury, October 2008
What a wonderful find - cottage was way above expectations, the views were magnificent. We had a wonderful week and look forward to a return visit. Jane, Kate and Gaynor, Suffolk/Yorkshire, October 2008
The cottage 'spoke to us' from the brochure and kept its word! Very comfortable and everything we could possibly need. Excellent walking, good theatre and Whitley Court and Church shouldn't be missed. Great cake! Janet and Duncan Mortley, Weston-super-Mare, September 2008
Wow, what a wonderful place – for location, comfort and relaxation. We came here for a child free weekend away for my 40th birthday treat (but we did miss the children!). We had many walks on the Malvern Hills, an excellent Sunday roast (possibly one of the best ever) in the Chase Inn, had a lovely afternoon in Ledbury and, because the house was so relaxing, two wonderful lie-ins. We shall definitely be coming again and with the children, they would love it. Hattie’s cake was wonderful!
Tysha and Raff Rochira, Peterborough Cambs, August 2008
Worth coming just for the cake! Absolutely delicious! We have felt very at home here. A lovely cottage in a beautiful area. We have barely scratched the surface of things to do – we shall definitely be back. The best appointed and kept house we’ve ever rented, very thoughtfully done, and that cake! Lovely. Maxine, Steve, Ruby and Gaby, Stevenage, Herts, August 2008
As others have said, what a fantastic cottage! Probably the best equipped and most comfortable we've had anywhere. Really loved the area too. Had some great walks: over the Beacon right to the end [North End Hill], round from West Malvern into Great Malvern (for a coffee!) and back home via St Anne's Well; another (based on Walk 16 in 'Pub Walks' book) down the east side of the ridge to drop down to St Wulstan's (Elgar grave), on to British Camp via Little Malvern and home (after a drink at Malvern Hills Hotel!) via Shire Ditch, Perseverance Hill etc. Loved it and hope to return soon. (P.S. Thanks for the delicious cake too - perfect after our exploratory trip up the Beacon!). Edmondson-Jones family, Southwell, Notts, August 2008
Stunning, all and more than we ever expected. Beautiful, peaceful, a rare delight. Thank you for the welcome, goodies, and care you have both put into making Walkers End cottage a lovely place to stay.
Mr and Mrs Gordon Brown, London, July 2008
We've had a wonderful holiday, beautiful weather and great walks. The flowers and cake were much appriciated. Also impressed with all the work you have put in to making the cottage so light and welcoming and the garden is lovely.
Ted and Becky Fawcett, Milton Keynes, June 2008
What an amazing cottage! Coming back here each evening after working on our show garden at Malvern was like returning to all the comforts of home. We were absolutely shattered and knowing we had this lovely cottage to come back to was wonderful, thank you. Alexandra Stephenson, Lake District, May 2008
Walkers End is a fantastic cottage and we enjoyed our stay very much!! Stunning views and good walking weather. We look forward to coming back. Sander, Franciska and Linde, Leeuwarden, The Netherlands, May 2008
Thank you Hattie and Andrew for letting us share your life style. It is so peaceful and beautiful, so well appointed and all the small details made it feel like home. Maxine and Lindsay King, Melbourne, Australia, April 2008
You have created a lovely home away from home. We would have liked to stay longer! The Gantars, Worlington, Suffolk, April 2008
We've really enjoyed our long weekend here. It's so clean and well equipped. You seem to have thought of everything. Thank you for the delicious cake. we will definately recommend Walkers End to our friends and I'm sure we'll be back.
Eilidh and Dave, London, March 2008
We have enjoyed a wonderful week here (nearly a week – now regret we couldn’t have stayed longer!). The cottage is delightful; comfortable, cosy and really well-equipped, you’ve obviously worked very hard! The lovely cake and drinks were most welcome. Beds comfy (and warm) and kitchen fully fitted out. The walking has been fun – not too strenuous but some breathtaking views, great to look down on the clouds. Hope to be back, and many thanks.
The Sajous Family, Isle of Wight, February 2008
Warm welcome, beautifully appointed. Especially appreciated the comfy beds, fine bed linens and welcome tray. Attention to detail a keynote throughout. We have been very comfortable despite everything the weather could throw at us. Many thanks. David and Erica, Todmorden, Lancashire, January 2008
We loved the feel of the cottage and would have enjoyed spending more time there. Compliments to the way you have kitted it out. We wish you a successful venture with it.
Lavinia and Dave Devenish, Romania, New Year 2007/2008
This is just a few lines to say 'thank you' for making our stay over Christmas so special. When we arrived 'Walker's End' looked enchanting with the lights decorating the rockery and pathways. The house was so pretty and comfortable together with the welcome tray of cake and mince pies we were all very impressed. The facilities throughout the cottage were so excellent we didn't want to leave. Thank you again and we hope to see you soon. Wendy and Richard Kitto, Walsall, Christmas 2007
Thanks for having such a nice place for us. The children loved it there, as did I. David Alfonso, California USA, December 2007
We've certainly never stopped at a place like yours before, it was so perfect in every way you have put a lot of time and thought into making the place feel so welcoming and we couldn't have picked anywhere better, a real 'find' for us.
Di and Nige Collingswood, Devon, November 2007
Our first visitors - The Mumfords, Western Australia, September/October 2007
Thank you Hattie and Andrew – you made us very welcome and may we complement you on the work you have done to prepare ‘Walkers End’ so nicely for guests. We will definitely be coming back!
All photos © Andrew Walker 2007/08
Andrew and Hattie Walker
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