The Farmhouse — Extras & Hampers
Farmhouse Extras & packages
Foody hampers, hen party & celebration packages, experiences
Turn your self-catered stay into something truly special. We've put together a hand-picked collection of hampers, experiences and packages — all thoughtfully prepared so you can arrive, relax and let the good times begin. Simply add your extras when you book, or drop a message and we'll arrange everything ahead of your arrival.
Late Checkout — £100
Squeeze every last drop out of your Farmhouse stay. A lazy lie-in, one final long breakfast, a last soak in the hot tub — late checkout until 12 noon means you don't have to watch the clock. The perfect treat when you're simply not ready to leave.
Please get in touch to discuss options and dietary needs.

Food & Drink Hampers
Full English Breakfast Hamper — £8pp
There's nothing quite like a proper full English to kick off a Farmhouse morning. We'll stock the fridge and larder so all that's left is the cooking — and arguing over who gets the last rasher. Everything you need for a generous, proper fry-up, sourced and delivered for you:
- Bacon × 20 rashers
- Sausages × 20
- Free-range eggs × 12
- Mushrooms
- Tomatoes
- Baked beans × 3 cans
Continental Breakfast Hamper — £8pp
For those mornings when you want to ease gently into the day — unhurried, leisurely and lovely. A beautiful spread of continental classics set out on the farmhouse table, best enjoyed with strong coffee and no particular agenda.
- Continental selection
- Butter croissants
- Good butter
- Preserves & jam
- Fresh orange juice
Cheese Board— £12pp
The finest accompaniment to a Farmhouse evening. A generous spread of artisan cheeses, proper crackers and good wine — everything you need to pull up a chair, pour a glass and settle in for the kind of conversation that only happens on holiday. Perfect for pre-dinner grazing or making a whole evening of it.
- Selection of artisan cheeses
- Crackers
- Chutney
- Grapes
Charcuterie Board— £12pp
A beautifully arranged selection of continental-inspired cured meats, cheeses and accompaniments — the kind of spread that looks incredible on The Farmhouse table and disappears even faster. Effortlessly impressive, completely delicious.
- Selection of cured meats
- Cheeses
- Olives
- Artisan bread
- Dips
Grazing Platter — £10pp
The ultimate sharing spread — an abundant, colourful platter that sits at the heart of the table and invites everyone to graze, chat and linger. Ideal as a welcome on arrival, a lazy afternoon between adventures or a relaxed evening in.
- Dips
- Crudités
- Cheese
- Charcuterie
- Olives
- Grapes
- Artisan breads
BBQ Hamper — £15pp
The Farmhouse terrace was made for long summer evenings around the grill. This generous BBQ hamper is fully loaded — quality meats, proper flavours and everything you need to feed a hungry crowd. All that's left is to fire up the coals and open something cold.
- Beef burgers × 10 (1.5kg)
- Sausages × 10 (0.75kg)
- Marinated chicken thighs × 10 (1.5kg)
- Flavoured rump steaks × 5 (1kg)
- Greek-style marinated lamb × 5 (1kg)
- Brioche burger buns × 10
- Selection of sauces

Private chef
Skinny Pig | Ellie Burgoyne
Ellie is a private chef specialising in seasonal cooking, combining professional experience in food development with creative food styling.Passionate about high-quality, locally sourced ingredients and relaxed dining experiences tailored to each guest.
As a coeliac she has a deep understanding of dietary requirements and allergen management, allowing her to cater safely for a wide range of needs.
Social private dining and engaging with guests, and creating a warm, memorable experience around the table is what Ellie is all about.
Sit back and allow her to make it all happen in the kitchen whilst you kick back, enjoy lounging in the hot tub, or mixing a cocktail.
How it works
Message Ellie to check if she is available to cater for your dates, and she will share her seasonal menu from which to build your dining experience. Ellie will setup, lay the table, and clean down, so you can just enjoy your meal.
Ellie can build a menu to meet your budget, with a minimum spend of £350 per party.
Here are a few examples from Ellie's menus
Starter
- Beetroot and goats cheese tart with whipped horseradish cream
- Asian Satay Salad with fresh Coriander, lime and peanuts
- Charred hispi cabbage dressed with chilli and sesame oil on a bed of Silken tofu, miso and tahini
Mains
- Asian-Spiced Salmon, coconut rice, pickled carrot ribbons, soy-glazed aubergine
- Slow-Cooked Herefordshire Shoulder of Lamb, flatbread, tzatziki, charred peppers, pickled vegetables, pomegranate seeds.
- Pork Tenderloin, creamed potato, garlic green beans, honey-roasted carrots, burnt apple purée, cider reduction.
- Char-roasted cauliflower steak served with silky butter bean purée, smoked paprika oil, and toasted flaked almonds, finished with fresh herbs and lemon zest.
Dessert
- Sticky Toffee Pudding, Salted caramel sauce
- Chocolate Brownie, Vanilla ice cream
- Strawberry &elderflower Panna Cotta, Classic Crème Brûlée, shortbread
- New York Baked Cheesecake, raspberry coulis
Prices:
All prices are dependant on the choice of menu and numbers of guests. as a guide a two course dinner starts at £50 p/p
Do get in touch with Ellie directly to discuss options.
~ Ellie Burgoyne: 07532440758
~ Email: burgoyne96@googlemail.com
Other services:
Evening Dinner on Arrival — £15pp
Arrive to a meal ready prepared just heat and serve. — now that's a welcome. We offer a selection of hearty, home-cooked meals so your first evening is all about settling in. Choose from our menu of crowd-pleasing favourites and just let us know any dietary requirements: Here are a selection from our menu:
- Panang curry, Red /Green /Yellow Thai curry, Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, Korma
- Sweet and Sour Chicken
- Lasagne, Lamb Moussaka, Shepherd's Pie, Spaghetti Bolognese, Chilli Con Carne
Sweet treats
Order a Cake for a celebration : £30
Choose from a simple Victoria sponge to, Lemon drizzle, Coffee, carrot or other let us know your favourite.

Workshops and experiences
Snuggle kit — £8pp
Gather around the fire pit with friends, share stories and watch the flames flicker. Add marshmallows and a s'mored kit, hot chocolate and a few games and it is the perfect wholesome treat.
- S'more's - Marshmallows / biscuits / chocolate
- Hot chocolate kit - mini marshmallows and cream
- Games
Pamper Hamper — £8pp
Indulge with some self care - pop a robe on, lie back, add a few easy tunes, soak in hte hot tub and leave your worried behind.
- Eye and face mask,
- lip balm, muslin and cleanser
- socks, robes, hair clip

Celebration & Occasion Packages
Celebration Package — £80
Something to celebrate? Let us set the scene. Whether it's a milestone birthday, anniversary, engagement — arrive to the decs up and a cake to dig into and rais a glass.
- Celebration cake with candles
- Bunting & decorations
- Fresh flowers
- Sparkling wine / non-alcoholic

Pamper & Girls' Packages
Pamper Package — £10pp
An evening of pure indulgence without leaving the comfort of The Farmhouse. Hot chocolate warming on the hob, s'mores by the fire, robes on, feet up — this is self-care done the Secret Bolthole way. Bliss from first to last.
- Face & eye mask, lip balm
- S'mores kit & hot chocolate
- Fluffy socks & Robes
Hen Party Packages
Hen Party Package - the upgrade— £90 p/p
The full hen do experience, completely handled. From the moment you arrive to the morning you leave, every detail is taken care of — food, fizz, fun and a little creativity. Your hen just needs to show up and soak it all in. The Brides bedroom dressed, the table laid and the kitchen adorned with bunting — a proper celebration from top to tail.
- Arrival Nibbles
- Prosecco
- Arrival night Dinner - heat and serve
- Full English Breakfast hamper
- Creative Workshop - paint and sip / clay play / flower press picture
- Pamper hamper - face & eye mask, lip balm / hair clip / socks and robes
- Fire pit snuggle kit - s'more kit, hot chocolate, games
- Continental breakfast hamper
- Hen Decorations — kitchen bunting, table dressed, picture gallery
Add a dining experience with our chef Ellie - prices from £50 pp.
Hen Do Package — £70 p/p
All the atmosphere and magic of a proper hen do, beautifully put together. Fizz flowing, nibbles ready, a creative workshop to enjoy together and a gorgeous continental spread to start the final morning. Relaxed, joyful and completely memorable — the perfect celebration in the heart of The Farmhouse.
- Nibbles on arrival (crisps & dips)
- Prosecco or non Alcoholic
- Full English Breakfast hamper
- Workshop - paint and sip / flower pressing / clay play / flower pressing
- Pamper kit - face and eye mask / lip balm / hair clip socks and robes.
- Continental breakfast hamper
- Decorations — kitchen bunting, table dressed / Brides bedroom
Add a private dining experience with our chef Ellie. From £50 pp (min spend £500)

Creative workshops
Looking to escape with something creative? Make a keepsake and lose yourself in making rather than scrolling? These workshops are hosted by the lovely Rachael Whiting. Choose from a host of creative projects and she will come with everything you need, instruct and help you feel the most confident maker ever.
- Screen print your own - Tote bag, gift bag or T shirt
- Make jewellery from fabric - floral earrings or brooch
- No need to tie yourself in knots - create your own Macrame wall hanging
Contact Rachael directly to discuss the date, time and workshop you would prefer
Rachael : rachyjjohnson@gmail.com
Paint & Sip — £10pp (Watercolour)
No experience necessary — just a willingness to get a little creative and enjoy a glass of Prosecco along the way. Watercolours are wonderfully forgiving, endlessly relaxing and the results are always better than you expect. The perfect Farmhouse evening activity, whatever the occasion.
- Watercolour paints
- Canvas
- Paintbrushes
- Tablecloth (mess sorted)
- Prosecco
- Nibbles
Ready to add some extras to your stay?
Drop us a message and we'll put together the perfect package for your group. We're here to make your Farmhouse stay as effortless and special as possible.