General

Goldfinch is a two bedroom ground floor cottage offering panoramic views over the adjacent fishing lake and fields. Located on a family ‘farm and fisheries’ near Droitwich in rural Worcestershire, Goldfinch is one of 4 comfortable and modern pet friendly holiday properties. Guests have access to three fishing lakes, offering a variety of fish including specimen Carp, Bream, Roach, Perch and Tench. Fishing rods are available to hire, as are bikes for exploring the local area.

Goldfinch has a lovely paved patio with al fresco dining furniture and a BBQ, all overlooking the water for perfect relaxing sunny days and evening drinks.

With two bedrooms (one with super king-sized bed and the other with two single beds) plus one bathroom, Goldfinch comfortably accommodates 4 guests and is ideal for a small family or two couples. There is an open plan high-quality kitchen which is well-equipped with granite worktops, an American fridge freezer with filtered cold-water dispenser, an induction hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine.

Goldfinch is perfectly located to explore the historic cathedral city of Worcester (which is great for shopping too) or to take some fabulous countryside walks in the nearby Malvern Hills. Just 40 minutes’ away you can visit Shakespearean Stratford-Upon Avon where you can take an open-air bus tour and admire the many attractions on offer - you could even book tickets for the Royal Shakespeare Theatre whilst you’re there. Goldfinch is also within easy driving distance of The Cotswolds - a ‘quintessentially English’ area of outstanding natural beauty and historic interest which boasts numerous charming towns and pretty villages for you to discover.

Goldfinch sits beside three other properties on the farm – Warbler, Nuthatch and The Swallows. For larger groups of family or friends, why not book more than one property and enjoy the experience together.

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Terms & Conditions

PAYMENTS
A deposit of 25% of the total cost is required to secure any booking made more than 3 months in advance. Payment in full is due 3 months prior to your arrival. When making reservations are for dates less than 3 months in the future the full amount is payable on booking. A security deposit of £100 is required which will be refunded after departure provided all is in good order. Payment is by bank transfer please.

CANCELLATIONS
Deposits non-refundable. 50% refund of full amount for cancellations one month prior to check in. No refund for cancellations less than one month prior to holiday. Please ensure you have your own travel insurance in place. £25 admin cost will be deducted from refunds. Cancellations due to COVID-19. We are happy for you to move your booking to an alternative date that is agreeable to both parties. Seasonal prices apply.

GENERAL
Your accommodation is cleaned before your arrival and we ask you to leave it and its contents as your found them please. Any breakages must be replaced immediately and the owners notified. The total number of guests will not exceed the numbers stated on each booking form. Heating and electricity are included in the cost of your stay. Bed linen, towels and kitchen linen are provided. Strictly no music after 11pm and all noise to kept to a minimum after this time. Fine of £100 for noise after 11pm and bookings may be terminated without refund. We operate a no smoking policy in our cottages, or within 2 meters of the property. Allocated parking spaces for 2 cars per cottage. Your vehicles and their accessories and contents are left entirely at your own risk as are all personal belongings left in the property.

ARRIVAL/DEPARTURE
The accommodation will be ready for you from 3pm onwards on your start date. Please do not arrive earlier unless by prior arrangement. Please make sure you leave by 10am on the day of departure.

MULTIPLE COTTAGE BOOKINGS
For parties using more than one cottage please make sure that glasses, crockery, cutlery, pots and pans etc. are NOT put away in the wrong cottages. A charge may be made if we need to sort out items in wrong cottages. Please make sure all dishwashers are emptied before departure.

SHORTCOMINGS AND BREAKAGES
You must notify us of any shortcomings with your accommodation immediately so that action can be taken. The owners may enter the premises at a reasonable hour for inspection purposes. You must report any damage or breakages to building or contents immediately after incident.

EQUIPMENT RENTALS
Bikes and associated equipment are used at your own risk and responsibility is with the rider to ensure that the bike is operational before using. Lost, theft or damaged to property is the responsibility of the user and he/she will be liable for repair or replacement if required. Fishing rods and associated equipment are used at your own risk. Lost, theft or damage to property is the responsibility of the user and he/she will be liable for repair or replacement if required.

WOODLAND CHAMPIONS CLUB
By staying on the site and using the facilities you agree to become a member of woodland champions club and have your details shared.

Property Features

Local Fishing Information

Important Information

There are uninterrupted views of Peacock Pool from the property and the nearest fishing peg is just a few steps away from your front door.

A further two well stocked fishing lakes are located close to the properties. Lakes are surrounded by gravel and earth tracks.

• Guests are welcome to fish free of charge at any available peg during their stay on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Pegs can’t be reserved for free fishing.
• Fishing is available all year round.
• Night fishing is permitted, please be mindful of other guests.
• Fishing rods can be hired on site.
• Closest bait and angling shop is Droitwich Angling Centre (15 minute drive).
• A maximum of 3 rods per person.
• Guests are permitted to use bivvies and bait boats.
• Please note the following baits are not permitted: groundbait, hemp, boilies, nuts, dog or cat food, macaroni cheese, trout or halibut pellets, method feeds, free feeding luncheon meat, isorbings, liquidised baits, slaping or taping.
• Peacock Pool - 24 pegs - record fish 20lbs 9oz - stocked with good-sized carp, bream, tench, roach, perch and other species. With an island that runs right the way down the centre of the lake, there is opportunity for a wide range of fishing techniques to be used from every peg. The large quantity and variety of fish stocked in Peacock Pool will ensure a quality day’s fishing.
• Pheasant Pool - 40 pegs - record fish 31lb 6oz - a large lake (around 2 acres, max depth over 12ft) with specimen carp in double numbers up to around 25lbs, good-sized bream, roach, perch, tench and other species.
• Heron Pool - 43 pegs - record fish 16lbs 11oz - well-stocked match lake where three open contests are held each week. Stocked with the same species as the other pools but the fish are more evenly sized.

Local Attractions

On Site Attractions - Our three well-stocked fishing lakes are a stone’s throw from your cottage. Alternatively, you can hire one of our bikes and enjoy a steady family-friendly ride to the village for a drink and a spot of lunch at The Chequers – a proper country pub with a genuinely warm welcome. If you prefer to explore on foot, step outside your cottage and stroll straight into beautiful walks in mature woodland right on the farm and then onto open countryside as far as the eye can see.

Harvington Hall - 5.5 miles away, 15 minutes by car. A moated medieval manor house of near untouched beauty hidden deep in the Worcestershire countryside.

Spetchley Gardens - 12 miles away, 23 minutes by car. Located in the hamlet of Spetchley, near Worcester, you can find a country mansions standing in 4500 acress of gardens and parkland.

Hanbury Hall - 8.5 miles away, 19 minutes by car. A local National Trust site, where you can get a glimpse into life back in the 18th century, with gardens and parklands to explore. On site you can find The Courtyard Kitchen & The Stables Cafe for a bit to eat and for those book lovers there is a second-hand bookshop in the courtyard.

Avoncroft Museum of Historic Buildings - 7 miles away, 19 minutes by car. a one of a kind open-air museum, which is home to over 30 different Historical buildings and structures that have been rescued and re-built.

Witley Court - 11 miles away, 24 minutes by car. Built in the 17th century this Italianate mansion is a great place for a day out with stunning gardens & parklands to explore, as well as some ruins. The house was expanded in the early 19th century.

Worcester Cathedral - 12 miles away, 30 minutes by car. The seat of the bishop of Worcester, built back in 1084, you can go for a tour of the cathedral and admire the architecture, they even hace activities for the younger visitors as well.

Museum of Royal Worcester - 12 miles away, 30 minutes by car. Located in the Royal Worcester procelain factory's former site is the ceramics museum where you can explore 250 years of how Worcester porcelain connects to the rest of the world.

Piston Gin Distillery - 12 miles away, 30 minutes by car. Immerse yourself in the world of craft distillation, where you will be able to devlop and make your very own bottle of gin by enrolling in the Gin School.

Warwick Castle - 34.5 miles away, 42 minutes by car. Developed from a wooden for that was orginally built by William the Conqueror back in 1068, this medival castle where you can step back in time and climn the towers, explore the ramparts and more.

Black Country Living Museum - 25.5 miles away, 40 minutes by car. Fancy exploring over 250 years of history, in this open-air museum is a living interpretation of what it was like from the Industrial Revolution to post-war times. This was even one of the filming locations of Peaky Blinders.

Stratford-Upon-Avon - 28 miles away, 50 minutes by car. The birthplace of William Shakespeare, where you can go an see one of Shakespeare's plays at the Royal Shakespeare Company on the banks of the River Avon. You can also visit the National Trust site of Upton House.

Jinney Ring Craft Centre - 7.5 miles away, 20 minutes by car. 200 year old barns that have been converted into a variety of craft studios & workshops, as well as having a gift shop, an artisit galelry and a restuarant for you to grab a bite to eat.

West Midlands Safari Park - 9 miles away, 22 minutes by car. Home to over 165 species of exotic animals, such as tigers, meerkats, red pandas, penguins & many more. You can also go for a safari drive in your own carand get up close and personal with the animals.

Cadbury World - 22 miles away, 38 minutes by car. Learn about the history of Cadbury in self-guided tours through a number of interactive displays all about Cadbury's history and chocolate-making.