Pen-y-Lan, a mixed-use rural hospitality property in Herefordshire that combines residential accommodations with short- and long-term rental operations, has been listed for sale with an asking price of £1.5 million, presenting a potential acquisition opportunity for investors and operators in the outdoor hospitality sector.
Marketed by Cobb Amos, the property is currently operated as a combination of a private residence, commercial enterprise, long-term tenancy, and short-term holiday accommodations. According to the listing, the estate includes a renovated farmhouse, two cottages, two shepherd’s huts, and an established glamping operation.
The estate agent describes the property as an “already successful business with the potential and scope to be expanded on or be utilised in numerous other ways such as a wedding venue with accommodation, farm shop and deli, garage etc.”
Located in the Herefordshire countryside, the property offers views of Sugar Loaf and Skirrid and was previously owned by the Kentchurch Estate. It is situated within driving distance of Hereford, Abergavenny, and Hay-on-Wye, with nearby amenities available in Pontrilas and Ewyas Harold.
Its location places it within reach of established tourism destinations while maintaining a rural setting that appeals to leisure travelers seeking countryside accommodations.
The primary residence, known as Penylan, is the original farmhouse on the site and has undergone renovation while retaining a number of traditional architectural features. These include exposed wall and ceiling beams, stripped wooden floorboards, wooden latch doors, and deep stone window sills. The home also includes modern updates such as double glazing.
The farmhouse contains an entrance hall with a utility room and WC, an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area equipped with an LPG range, island unit, Belfast sink, and wood-burning stove, as well as a separate snug featuring a stone fireplace.
A rear boot room provides additional storage and utility space. Upstairs, the property includes three double bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with an en-suite shower room, along with a family bathroom featuring a freestanding bathtub.
In addition to the main residence, Dabinett Cottage is currently occupied under a long-term tenancy, providing an established source of rental income. Yarlington Dairy operates as a permanent holiday rental and sits within its own private garden, offering additional guest accommodations separate from the main house.
The hospitality component of the property also includes two shepherd’s huts, named Scrumpy Hut and Cider Shack, each with its own outdoor space designed for short-stay visitors. Supporting facilities include a workshop and shop that are currently used for cider production, adding another commercial element to the business.
For outdoor hospitality professionals, the listing reflects a growing segment of the market where diversified revenue streams are becoming increasingly important.
Properties that combine owner accommodations, traditional vacation rentals, glamping units, and complementary businesses such as food, beverage, or retail operations can help spread operational risk and create multiple sources of income throughout the year.
Buyers evaluating similar opportunities may consider factors including existing occupancy performance, planning permissions for future development, infrastructure capacity, labor requirements, and the potential to expand ancillary guest experiences while maintaining the character of the property.
No timeline has been announced for the sale, and the property remains available on the market as of August 2026, according to Hereford Times.