Luxury Bed and Breakfast, B&B, Accommodation Norton, Presteigne, Radnorshire, Powys, Wales

The Old Vicarage

Lodge No 158

Winner Wales National Tourism Award 2007: Best Gold Star Guest Accommodation

From the Guardian, 6 Sept 2007:"The Old Vicarage welcomes you into its hearty Victorian gothic embrace, all period half toaster brass beds, antique marble sinks and blue sandstone fireplaces. Conveniently, it comes supplied with miles of great walking country between Ludlow and Hay and great nosh."

The spectacular Welsh Marches countryside is the perfect backdrop for The Old Vicarage, a Gothic style house designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott in the 1860s on the bailey of a Norman castle. Every room inside The Old Vicarage is testament to your host Paul's attention to detail, from the period fixtures such as the restored servants' bells, exquisite gas, oil and electric light fittings, richly coloured wallpaper and fabrics, to the lovingly collected Victorian furniture.

Guests' bedrooms are each uniquely furnished with antiques and offer a complete haven for comfort and relaxation. Both the Green Price room and the Gilbert Scott room have king size double beds whilst the Burlinson room has graceful twin mahogany sleigh beds. Outside, the landscaped gardens were designed by Chelsea award winner Paul Cooper and guests can enjoy exploring the paths, walkways, follies, pond and waterfall that are to be found in this delightful and tranquil garden.

Your Bed & Breakfast Hosts

A relaxed, friendly and welcoming host, Paul is a professional chef who delights in providing food sourced from the local area. A voluntary case worker for the Victorian Society, Paul is always keen to share his love and knowledge of Victorian architecture with his guests.

The Location

Named by Country Life as one of the top ten places to live, Presteigne is a former assize and county town offering an award winning museum and a renowned music festival every August. The house is just a short drive from many attractions offering something for all guests including inspiring walks, Michelin starred restaurants and wonderful drives through the Cambrian Mountains to Cardigan Bay.

Places of Local Interest

Leominster, Ludlow, Hay-on-Wye, Hereford, Offa's Dyke Path, Croft Castle, Berrington Hall, Hergest Croft, Bryansground, Stockton Bury,

How to find The Old Vicarage Bed & Breakfast (B&B).

The Old Vicarage is on the B4355, between Presteigne and Knighton. From Presteigne, the house is the first drive on the right after the church. Full directions on www.oldvicarage-nortonrads.co.uk