Providing free WiFi, Hay-on-Hye retreat offers accommodation just 3.5 miles from Hay-on-Wye (a 10 minute drive) and 6 km from Clifford Castle. The bed and breakfast offers barbecue facilities and a garden. The property is 6 km from Clyro Castle. The units at the bed and breakfast are fitted with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. Hay-on-Hye retreat features certain rooms that include a terrace, Wi-Fi and rooms come with a kettle. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a continental or a vegetarian breakfast, Self-cook breakfast provided in the Shepherd's Hut. Hay-on-Hye retreat offers a terrace. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hay-on-Wye, like hiking, fishing, canoeing, cycling and horse riding. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 76 km from the property. Birmingham Airport can be reached within 95 miles.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Hay-on-Wye
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  • Priscilla
    Ireland Ireland
    Barry and Irene could not have been more welcoming! I loved the tiny woodburning stove (it wasn't cold enough to try it though), the great design of the retreat hut and the meadow full of buttercups – a beautiful place to have breakfast. On that...
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely and clean and great quality bed we liked the breakfast left for us and peace and quiet
  • Maria
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect for a short stay away for my partner’s birthday. We were made to feel extremely welcome, and my partner felt extra special as our host made a birthday cake to celebrate, absolutely amazing chocolate cake! Parking was ample, a short drive...
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Irene and Barry

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10
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Irene and Barry
Quiet, secluded property just 10 minutes from the festival town of Hay-on-Wye. A former residence of writer and traveller Penelope Chetwode (Lady Betjeman) with outstanding views of the Wye and Golden Valleys. As you drive up Cusop Hill to the property you will see Herefordshire on your left and stunning views of the Black Mountains to your right.
Some recent highlights for the owners are dark skies and the annual Perseid Meteor shower, deer in the garden, birds of prey such as red kites and buzzards above, native British orchids in the meadow, walks in New House Wood, the Hay Literary Festival, fine dining in Hay and evenings by the fire.
Living here feels like you are in the middle of nowhere; quiet and private, yet restaurants, shopping, canoeing, fishing, historic sites like Arthur's Stone, Hay Castle and Offa's Dyke are just 10 minutes away.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Hay-on-Hye retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Hiking
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in some rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Luggage storage
    • Fax/photocopying
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV in common areas
    • Smoke alarms
    • 24-hour security
    General
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    • Adult only
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Soundproofing
    • Carpeted
    • Soundproof rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Hay-on-Hye retreat takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 22:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 10:30

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Hay-on-Hye retreat in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Hay-on-Hye retreat

    • Room options at Hay-on-Hye retreat include:

      • Double
      • Holiday Home

    • The prices at Hay-on-Hye retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Check-in at Hay-on-Hye retreat is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

    • Hay-on-Hye retreat is 2.7 miles from the centre of Hay-on-Wye. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Hay-on-Hye retreat offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Hiking