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7 Nights See prices

  • £470  to  £770

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Short Breaks From

  • £67 p/night
    Off peak
    (2 night min)
  • £88 p/night
    Peak season
    (2 night min)

Next OfferMore offers

£395 Mon, 14 Jul 2025
4 nights - Variable length stays available - please do get in touch

Key Information

  • Sleeps

    2

  • Bedrooms

    1 Room

  • Min Nights

    2 (all year)

  • Children

    Yes

  • WiFi

    Yes

  • Dogs

    Yes
    3+ Dogs

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Access

    Stairs

  • Log Burner

About Symonds Yat Rock Lodge

Symonds Yat Rock Lodge is a collection of fantastic self-catering apartments close to the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean. Whatever the time of year, this is a wonderful holiday destination with lots to see and do from canoeing down the River Wye to mountain biking and walking through forests and along countryside trails. The contemporary, dog-friendly apartments are ideal for couples who appreciate the location is close to the region’s main attraction and only a mile from the New Inn pub in Shortstanding, and not much further to the Saracen’s Head in Symonds Yat, and the Dog and Muffler in Joyford.

The Wye Valley is poetic in its beauty. The river snakes its way through lush pastures, past dramatic cliffs and ancient woodland and beneath castles that have stood for more than a millennium. Whether you want to spend all day walking or are happy to stretch your legs only as far as from the car park to the viewpoint at a beauty spot, there are more than enough options to delight. The owners of Symonds Yat Rock Lodge have curated information on a series of walks to help you make the most of your time in this beautiful landscape, including easy trails that pass a country pub or two, to the Wysis Way, and stretches of the Offa’s Dyke Path and Wye Valley Walk.

In addition to the view at Symonds Yat, rock climbing and canoeing or sailing along the Wye, local attractions feature the magnificent ruins of Tintern Abbey, the ancient forest at Puzzlewood which is said to have inspired Tolkien to create Middle Earth, and the underground world at Clearwell Caves and Hopewell Colliery. Ross on Wye and Monmouth are lovely market towns with lots of shops and places to eat and drink, as well as a good variety of historical buildings (the bridge at Monmouth is the only fortified river bridge left in Britain). Remnants of the tension between the English and the Welsh remain in the form of castles like Goodrich, Monmouth, Raglan and Chepstow, and you can easily drive to the historic cities of Hereford and Gloucester for a day trip.

The landscape of the Wye Valley may not inspire you to write poetry or paint pictures like it did Wordsworth and Turner, but its peace and beauty will refresh your spirit.

Contact the owner

Owner details:

Claire & Darren Scales joined Independent Cottages in May 2018


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Amenities / Facilities

  • Log Burner
  • Off-Road Parking
  • Highchair
  • Pub Nearby
  • Bike Storage
  • Golf Nearby
  • Kingsize +
  • Garden/ Outside Area
  • DVD Player
  • Satellite/ cable TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Tumble Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Dish washer
  • Shower
  • Horse Riding Nearby
  • WiFi

Location (Gloucestershire)

There are six apartments at Symonds Yat Rock Lodge, each of which has been perfectly designed to provide a high standard of accommodation for couples. Apartments 5 and 6 are featured in this advert (please see the owners' website for details on other apartments). Decorated in a fresh, contemporary style they benefit from stunning views of the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.

Accommodation and facilities in each apartment:

Downstairs:

  • Each apartment is open-plan with a double height ceiling that makes the most of the natural light and the views.
  • Living/dining area, flatscreen television with DVD player and Freeview channels / SmartTV, and a cast iron stove to keep you cosy on cooler evenings (in Apartments 5 and 6). The dining table and chairs are positioned so that you can enjoy the view while you are eating.
  • Kitchen under the mezzanine, separated from the living area by a low wall so you can still chat even if one person is cooking. Well-equipped, the kitchen has modern appliances and includes a dishwasher and microwave as well as a full-sized electric oven and hob.
  • Modern shower room in all, Apartment 4 has a bath.  In Apartments 5 and 6 even the shower has forest views so you can stay in touch with nature as you use the walk-in shower with large rain showerhead.
  • Entrance has plenty of hanging space, and a covered porch for putting on those walking boots.

Upstairs:

  • The entire mezzanine level is given over to the generous bedroom which features a king-sized bed, bedside tables and reading lights, and which also enjoys wonderful views.

Outside: French doors open from the living room to a private outdoor patio with a table and chairs. There is a guests' garden and barbecue area overlooking the amazing Wye Valley views, and footpaths lead directly into the Forest of Dean. Plenty of off-road parking is available.  There is a cleaning area for muddy dogs, bikes and boots; with towels and other useful dog supplies in the laundry.

Additional Information: The apartment has central heating. WiFi is available on-site and included in the price along with utilities, linen and towels.  Dogs are welcome and the owners can provide towels, blankets and leads if necessary. Short breaks are possible all year round (two night minimum). 

Symonds Yat Rock Lodge Tariff & Supplementary Information

Season Weekly Rate Short Breaks

Tue, 1st Jul 2025 - Fri, 31st Oct 2025
Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 2
Short break prices:
2 nights: £250 | 3 nights: £320 | 4 nights: £395 | 5 nights: £470 | 6 nights: £545
Additional Notes: PLEASE NOTE: these are prices for our Standard Apartments

7 Nights
£640

2 Nights
£250


Sat, 1st Nov 2025 - Tue, 23rd Dec 2025
Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 2
Short break prices:
2 nights: £195 | 3 nights: £250 | 4 nights: £305 | 5 nights: £360 | 6 nights: £415
Additional Notes: PLEASE NOTE: Prices are for our Standard Apartments

7 Nights
£470

2 Nights
£195

Bedroom Configuration:
Sleeps 2 in 1 bedroom (King / Double / twin depending on Apartment)
Children:
Yes
Dogs/Pets:
3 or more dogs welcome
Accessibility:
Unlikely to be suitable for wheelchair users. Please discuss any specific accessibility requirements with the owner
Smoking:
No smoking
Preferred Arrival Day:
Flexible
Payment Options:
Cheque, Credit / Debit Card, Bank Transfer
Booking Conditions:
Please refer to the owner for accessibility requirements, booking terms / conditions and cancellation policy.
Help combat online fraud. Speak to the owner on our officially verified number: +44(0)1600 773220 before paying by bank transfer.
Please discuss any requirements regarding your pet(s) with the property owner.
Independent Cottages recommends that you take out holiday cancellation insurance.

Owner Area

Claire & Darren Scales
Member Since May 2018

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Flexible stays to suit you - arrive on any day and chose the length of your stay (2 day minimum)   Vouchers available

Last Minute Offers

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 for 4 nights, £395
Variable length stays available - please do get in touch
Fri, 18 Jul 2025 for 3 nights, £320
Variable length stays available - please do get in touch
Mon, 21 Jul 2025 for 4 nights, £395
Variable length stays available - please do get in touch
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 for 3 nights, £320
Variable length stays available - please do get in touch
Mon, 28 Jul 2025 for 4 nights, £395
Variable length stays available - please do get in touch
Fri, 1 Aug 2025 for 3 nights, £320
Variable length stays available - please do get in touch
Mon, 4 Aug 2025 for 4 nights, £390
Variable length stays available - please do get in touch
Fri, 8 Aug 2025 for 3 nights, £320
Variable length stays available - please do get in touch

Symonds Yat Rock Lodge 18 Month Availability Calendar

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* Calendar last updated: 30th June 2025