About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Hay-on-Hye retreat in Hay-on-Wye offers adults-only bed and breakfast accommodations with a sun terrace and a beautiful garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: Guests can enjoy private bathrooms with walk-in showers, fireplaces, and garden or mountain views. Additional facilities include a kitchenette, outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and bicycle parking. Delicious Breakfast: A hearty breakfast is served in-room, catering to special diets. The property also provides free on-site private parking, luggage storage, and an outdoor dining area. Local Attractions: Located 63 mi from Cardiff Airport, the retreat is near Clifford Castle (5.6 mi), Longtown Castle (9.9 mi), and Brecon Cathedral (19 mi). Guests can enjoy hiking and visit nearby castles and cathedrals.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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1 queen bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely idyllic setting which was perfect for a relaxing break. The hosts, Barry and Irene, were very welcoming and exceptionally knowledgeable about the local area. The breakfast items provided were of high quality and we particularly enjoyed...
  • Rivers
    United States United States
    If you’re looking for something unique and private, this is the perfect place to unwind and recharge. The views of the hillsides are beautiful, and we were even blessed with a double rainbow! We stayed in the cozy shepherd's hut (tiny house) and...
  • Aisling
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A peaceful spot not far from Hay-on-Wye, with access to idyllic walks and Brecon Beacons National Park. The cabin was comfortable, and we really appreciated the small touches (good linen, pillows, breakfast, snacks, firewood). Exactly what we were...
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hut was really lovely and well-equipped, and the view across the Herefordshire countryside was amazing.
  • Philip
    United States United States
    Comfortable cabin in a quiet rural area with nearby hiking trails
  • Amy
    United States United States
    This was one of the very best places I have ever had the fortune to find! My hosts were more than welcoming, accommodating and kind. I now consider them friends and look forward to seeing them next year, if not sooner. So very grateful!
  • Christine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Location and accommodation were beyond our expectations. The owners were there to meet us which was lovely. The food they left for our breakfast was great, catering for our needs i.e. vegetarian, was amazing selection. We would certainly...
  • Angelica
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything. The hut is very well equipped and more spacious than I expected. Everything is well thought out and works, the breakfast items and home cooked Welsh cakes were delicious, and after being warmly welcomed you are left in private which I...
  • Michael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful shepherd's hut in an idyllic location high up on the hills. Irene and Barry were lovely and very accommodating to my wife who had food allergies. Comfortable, clean and cute place to stay.
  • Simone
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This was absolutely wonderful! The location is very peaceful and the position of the shepherd's hut means you have privacy even though the owners are near by in the house next door. We were keen for a night away to recharge our batteries and the...

Hosted by Irene and Barry

9.9
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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

Area info

House rules

Hay-on-Hye retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.