One of the most uttered phrases by people who have never been to Hay-on-Wye is "ooh, I want to go there!" Don’t put your Hay-on-Wye holiday off any longer. Delaying means you're just missing out on what the rest of us know: that Hay-on-Wye is all kinds of amazing, whether you're there in summer or winter, for a short weekend or a week long break. Read more
Plenty of space awaits your family and friends at Castle Farm. The beautiful Brecon Beacons self-catering property comprises The Farmhouse with 6 bedrooms sleeping up to 16 people with one bedroom being accessed from a courtyard and the next door Cottage which has 3 bedrooms, sleeping an additional 12. The holiday home sits in its own valley close to Capel-y-ffin, a tiny hamlet seven miles from Hay-on-Wye and 14 miles from Abergavenny. It has fantastic views and excellent opportunities for walking, mountain biking, cycling, horse riding, and other fun activities. Guests love the flexibility of accommodation which is suitable for everything from a family reunion to a relaxed Christmas with friends and wellness retreats.
The Cider Mill is a luxury holiday cottage in the Herefordshire countryside on one level, with beautiful views of cider apple orchards and paddocks. It sleeps six people in three ensuite bedrooms and has a flexible layout that suits small families or groups of friends. The cottage is eight miles from Hereford, twelve miles from Hay on Wye and within easy reach of Ludlow and Ross-on-Wye. The Brecon Beacons National Park and Wye Valley are close, making this a fantastic holiday destination for anyone at any time of the year. Wonderful walking straight from the door including the Bredwardine to Byford part of Wye Valley Walk and the E1 section of the Wye Walker. Tourist board rating: 5 Star Gold
Monnington House, Garden Cottage and The Cider Mill are situated in rural Herefordshire, close to the Wye Valley and within easy reach of the Brecon Beacons National Park. It's the perfect place to relax in beautiful surroundings, with walks and bike rides from the door. Accommodation is split over two properties, sleeping 24 guests with a flexible layout that suits families, extended families or friends. Hereford is only eight miles away, while Hay-on-Wye, Ross-on-Wye and Leominster are all within half an hour's drive. Play golf, go fly fishing or canoeing in the River Wye, browse local markets and antique shops, and eat well whether you self-cater or dine out. Superb walking from the door including the Bredwardine to Byford section of the Wye Valley Walk and the Wye Walker. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
Monnington House and Garden Cottage offer spacious and very comfortable holiday accommodation for large groups in Herefordshire, close to the Wye Valley and convenient for the M5 and the M50. The beautiful holiday retreat sleeps up to eighteen guests and has been awarded 5-Star standard. Guests have use of two acres of gardens and grounds plus a large playing fields with two football goals. In the outbuildings is the games room with pool table and table football and the rustic table tennis room. The house and cottage are situated at the end of a country lane with no passing traffic making it an ideal place to escape away with friends or family to catch up or celebrate a special occasion. There are a choice a great walking trails from the door including the Bredwardine to Byford part of the Wye Valley Walk and the Wye Walker. Super local caterer available and dogs by arrangement. Tourist board rating: 5 Star
April SALE - all 2025 prices 20% off! The Old Vicarage in Vowchurch is a large Victorian holiday home in Hereford’s Golden Valley. Sleeping up to 12 in six bedrooms, it’s cosy yet spacious, featuring timber floors, and over an acre of gardens. Modern perks include a hot tub, a wooden sauna and a range oven, making it perfect for relaxing with family and friends. Vowchurch offers scenic views of the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons, with lovely walks and attractions like St Bartholomew's Church nearby. Explore Hereford’s cathedral, Hay-on-Wye’s bookshops, and local cider trails, or venture into Wales for epic hikes and Abergavenny’s renowned food festival.
A welcoming holiday cottage just for two offering the perfect mix of character features and modern conveniences located next to the village inn in the lovely Herefordshire village of Eardisley close to the Brecon Beacons. Near the Welsh border and within easy reach of Hay-on-Wye. A peaceful setting for a relaxing break with plenty of attractions for day trips out and a beautiful garden with glorious views (and a creative studio for arty types) for lazy days.
Full of charm and character, this welcoming self-catering lodge sits in the Black and White village of Eardisley amongst Herefordshire's glorious rolling countryside with pub and cafe a short walk away. Hay-on-Wye is within easy reach, as is the Brecon Beacons National Park and the area offers wonderful walks, cycling and plenty of peace and tranquility for a relaxing holiday. A good choice for walkers, cyclists and arty types with a creative garden studio. Holly Lodge is family friendly and well behaved pets are welcome by arrangement.
Rustic & characterful 18th Century Farmhouse and Barn with wonderful views across the Wye Valley. An ideal location for walkers with footpaths near the property and a large-sized garden for children to run around in. (Well-behaved) dogs also welcome! Tourist board rating: 3 Star
Oozing character and charm, this stylish 18th Century barn conversion provides a warm welcome at any time of the year. Offering relaxed yet stylish self-catering accommodation, the cottage is perfect for couples (one or two) and families with a quirky shepherds hut that can be rented separately to accommodate an extra two guests. Nestling in the picturesque Golden Valley, The Stable is surrounded by glorious Herefordshire countryside on the English/Welsh border with plenty of attractions for day trips out (including the Book Town of Hay-on-Wye) within easy reach.
An 18th Century listed barn conversion providing self-catering packed full of character. Sympathetically designed to offer relaxed accommodation, Cothill Barn sits in the picturesque Golden Valley amongst beautiful rolling Herefordshire countryside on the Welsh borders. Hay-on-Wye and plenty of attractions are just a short drive away.
A spacious 16th Century Grade II listed farmhouse in a quiet village within strolling distance of a pub for a drink and at only 10 minutes drive to The Bull's Head in Craswall (award winning pub). Bridgefarm House has it all; Large Hot Tub, Four gorgeous bedrooms and Four bathrooms, provide self-catering accommodation for 6-8 people (10 in two fold up beds), dogs are welcome up to 4, with a huge country kitchen/dining room, living room with a log burner, and plenty of outdoor space. Hereford, Abergaveny, Hay-on-Wye and Ludlow are all close, and there are miles of footpaths and mountain bike trails to explore through the Herefordshire Hills, the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Black Mountains. It's an unspoiled slice of rural bliss that is ideal for a holiday with families or friends.
A lovely self catering holiday cottage in a wonderfully rural location on the Herefordshire/Wales borders. Close to the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park, Bullen's Bank Cottage sits in an elevated position commanding breathtaking views extending for seventy miles! Perfect for those who want to escape away and relax in a tranquil country setting with lovely walks to enjoy as well as other outdoor activities and attractions (Hay-on-Wye is just three miles away). Tourist board rating: 3 Star
"1 Bed Lodge in Hay-on-Wye" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. Additional information and rules - Sleeps 2+2 - 1 bedroom – double and additional sofa bed - 1 shower room with shower and WC - 2 ring electric hob, microwave, fridge, toaster, and kettle - Travel cot and highchair available -...
"Hill Farm Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Herefordshire. The village of Abbey Dore is situated on the River Dore, at the southern end of the beautiful Golden Valley, close to the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Black Mountains. The village is home to the Abbey Dore Court Gardens, open to the...
"1 Bed Lodge in Hay-On-Wye" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. Additional information and rules - 1 bedroom - double - 1 shower with WC - Electric oven and hob,and fridge - Wood burner (first basket of logs included) £8 per bag thereafter - Private off-road parking for 1 car - Shop 3 miles, -...
"The Folly" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. Weobley is a large village and civil parish resting in Herefordshire, England. Once a market town, the village has since gained the title of one of the country's black and white villages. It offers a supermarket and a small choice of pubs and...
"3 Bed Cottage in Talyllyn" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Brecon. Additional information and rules - 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin and 1 single - 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC and 1 downstairs WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and...
"2 Bed Cottage in Brecon" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Brecon. Additional information and rules - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size bed, 1 single bed (can be joined with a trundle bed to make a king-size on request) - 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC - Electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave,...
"2 Bed Cottage in Llangorse" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Brecon. A tastefully appointed barn conversion with blissful countryside vistas, nestled in a cluster of traditional farm buildings on the fringes of Llangorse. This elegant country abode is perfect for outdoorsy families or couples escaping into...
"4 Bed Cottage in Hay on Wye" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Brecon. Additional information and rules - 4 bedroom – 1 super-king size, 1 king-size, 1 double and 1 single - 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC and 1 separate WC - Electric oven and induction hob,...
"The Cow Cott" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. Hereford with its medieval bridge over the winding River Wye, is the very image of picturesque England. With a mix of buildings from almost every British era, eclectic Hereford is a popular base for those seeking to explore the locale – being...
"2 Bed Cottage in Hereford" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Herefordshire. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 twin - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC - TV/DVD In the lounge area - Electric oven and hob, under-counter fridge with small icebox,...
"1 Bed Cottage in Hay-on-Wye" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Builth. Additional information and rules - 1 bedroom – 1 double - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric oven and induction hob, microwave and fridge/freezer - Allocated off-road parking for 2 cars - Smart TV in lounge - Shared garden...
"3 Bed Cottage in Builth Wells" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Llandrindod Wells. Additional information and rules - Sleeps 4+2 - 3 bedrooms: Main staircase access - 1 double, 1 twin mezzanine (access to double through this room). Rear staircase access - 1 twin - 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC and 1...
"2 Bed Cottage in Hay-On -Wye" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Herefordshire. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 king-size (with zip-and-link beds that can also be arranged as 2’ 6” singles) - 1 bathroom with separate shower and WC - Electric oven and hob,...
"The Beehive" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Brecon.
"The Sheep Pen" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Brecon.
"Shed Your Blues" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. A pretty village in Worcestershire, in close reach of Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty such as the Cotswolds, Bredon Hill and the Malvern Hills, Kington has a 13th century Norman church at its centre and has three pubs, all providing meals,...
"1 Bed Lodge in Presteigne" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Presteigne. Additional information and rules - 1 double bed with 2 additional pull-out beds - 1 shower room with an eco WC - Gas oven and hob, cool box - Wood burner - Terrace with table, seating and parasol - Off-road parking for 2 cars -...
"Tilly Gypsy-style Caravan Hut" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Brecon. The Brecon Beacons National Park's lovely village is a dispersed community with two pubs and restaurants that each serve a different cuisine and one of them lets you visit the microbrewery where your beverage was made. The largest natural lake...
"Chancery Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Hereford. Hay-on-Wye lies on the Welsh/English border, on the fringes of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park). A popular destination for book-lovers or holidaymakers wanting to soak up the beautiful scenery of the Wye...
"Regent House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Hay. A great location within the fringes of Clyro, this beautiful home with enclosed gardens and summer house is a fabulous get away for families and small groups, pet friendly and comfortable throughout. Clyro, a small settlement situated on the...
"1 Bed Lodge in Hay-on-Wye" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Hereford. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 bedroom – king-size - 1 en-suite shower room with WC - Gas hob, fridge, whistle kettle - Wood burner (logs provided) - No mains electricity - TV (powered by solar energy) -...
"2 Bed Cottage in Crickhowell" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Crickhowell. Additional information and rules - 2 Bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin - 1 Bathroom and 1 shower room - Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine - Wood burner - Electric and central heating...
"2 Bed Cottage in Madley" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Herefordshire. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms, 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (that can be made into twin beds on request), 1 super-king-size - Bathroom with freestanding bath, double rainfall walk-in shower and...
"The Kingfisher at Canon Bridge Fishery" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Herefordshire. One of two holiday lodges with lakeside views surrounded by countryside, this delightful property offers peaceful, comfortable accommodation to couples or small families with the dogs in tow. The host village of Madley sits just one mile away,...
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Located on the banks of the mighty river Wye, Hay (as it’s called locally) is in Powys, right on the border between Wales and England, in the north eastern point of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Part of its fascinating - and at times bloody - history can be seen in the remains of two Norman castles, while other buildings date back to the 1500s.
Hay-on-Wye is well known for being a book town. As well as having a wealth of specialist and second-hand book shops, it holds an annual literary festival in late May and early June where around 100,000 visitors come to hear acclaimed authors from around the world speak about their work. Hay has a great selection of antiques and curio shops, and independent boutiques. The excellent market held on Thursday mornings from 8am in the centre of town is just the place to pick up local ingredients for a picnic lunch or a delicious dinner.
Hay is a small and lively country town, but you don’t have to go far beyond its boundaries before you are in stunning countryside. Being so close to the Black Mountains means there are lots of exciting opportunities for thrill seekers. You can go off-roading on a mountain bike or in a 4x4, go canoeing, gliding and hang gliding, try canoeing and white-water rafting, climb a rock face before abseiling down, or go caving. Less adventurous sorts can play golf, cycle country lanes, try their hand at clay pigeon shooting, or simply walk to a view point and admire the scenery.
If you’re planning to explore the area, possibly via Offa’s Dyke Path, you’ll find Hay-on-Wye a convenient base. Hereford is the nearest city, being just over 20 miles away, and there are good road links to Brecon, and Builth Wells.
Hay-on-Wye is wonderful at any time of year. Time your visit to coincide with the Hay Festival, Royal Welsh Show (third week in July), or Abergavenny Food Festival (third weekend in September). Browse the book shops, enjoy freshly made cake in a café, or switch off completely in an environment where “peak hour” is no busier than a line of ducks crossing the river.
