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The Old Vicarage

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7 Nights See prices

  • £1480  to  £4980

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Short Breaks From

  • £380 p/night
    Off peak
    (2 night min)
  • £680 p/night
    Peak season
    (2 night min)

Next OfferMore offers

£1580 Fri, 13 Mar 2026
3 nights - Special Offer - Enjoy 4 or 6 Complimentary Massges on us! (Please mention when booking)

Key Information

  • Sleeps

    12

  • Bedrooms

    6 Rooms

  • Min Nights

    2 (all year)

  • Children

    Yes

  • WiFi

    Yes

  • Dogs

    Yes
    3+ Dogs

  • Bathrooms

    4

  • Access
    G

    Ground floor
    Living

  • Hot Tub

About The Old Vicarage

The Old Vicarage in Vowchurch is a large Victorian holiday home in the stunning Golden Valley, offering easy access to both Hay-on-Wye and Hereford. Although large enough to sleep 12 people in six bedrooms (14 at a squeeze), it still feels cosy and welcoming - precisely the place where you, your family and your friends can relax in comfort. The red brick Victorian holiday home has all the fantastic features you'd expect from a building of this pedigree, including beautiful timber floors, and over an acre of gardens. Guests also enjoy contemporary comforts like an outdoor hot tub, a wooden sauna, a modern range oven, a games room, and extremely efficient central heating for cold weather.

Vowchurch is a peaceful village that feels as if you're in the middle of nowhere when you're actually only just over ten miles from Hay-on-Wye. It's wonderfully scenic with views over the Welsh border to the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) National Park. Take a stroll around the village, stopping to admire the surrounding countryside and the pretty St Bartholomew's Church. Routes further afield encompass Cat's Back, Hay Bluff, and Arthur's Stone.

Spend the day exploring the many specialist book shops in Hay-on-Wye or visit Hereford, including an ancient Mappa Mundi in the Norman cathedral. The Black and White Trail takes you through charming market towns characterised by the timber buildings that give the route its name. This region is renowned not only for its cider but also for the quality of food produced locally. Over the border in Wales, you can climb Pen y Fan, the Sugarloaf, the Skirrid, and the Blorenge. The latter three are close to Abergavenny, whose annual food festival on the third weekend in September attracts foodies from around Britain.

Contact the owner

Owner details:

Elwyn Powell joined Independent Cottages in November 2024


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Amenities / Facilities

  • Hot Tub
  • Log Burner
  • Luxury
  • Off-Road Parking
  • Bluetooth
  • Cot
  • Highchair
  • Games Room
  • Bike Storage
  • Golf Nearby
  • Kingsize +
  • Piano
  • Garden/ Outside Area
  • Enclosed Garden
  • Smart TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Tumble Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Dish washer
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • WiFi
  • Family Activity
  • Electric Vehicle Charging
    EV

Location (Herefordshire)

Accommodation Comprises:

The Old Vicarage is beautifully proportioned, with high ceilings, spacious rooms, and quality fixtures and furnishings designed for your comfort.

Downstairs:

  • Beautiful parquet flooring graces the spacious entrance hallway.
  • Modernised from the original Victorian layout, the ground floor is mainly open, with the kitchen and dining area flowing together into one harmonious space.
  • A modern Rangemaster takes centre stage in the old kitchen fireplace, while the island ensures plenty of room to prepare meals and eat casual snacks. There's a leather sofa between the kitchen and the refectory table in the dining room - the perfect spot to watch TV in front of the log burner.
  • There is a living room off the hallway with large sofas to seat 12 and an open fireplace.
  • Hay Room has a small double and a single and garden views.

Upstairs:

  • A light-filled stairwell houses the original pine staircase that leads to bathrooms and bedrooms.
  • All bedrooms are individually named and decorated in a style that feels comfortable to modern guests yet which suits the fabric of the building.
  • Rare Breed & Cider Rooms each have a king-sized bed with an ensuite shower room.
  • Ronnie Room is a triple/family room furnished with a double and a single bed.
  • Mappa Mundi Room is a lovely bedroom with a double bed.
  • Alice Room has a small double.
  • A family bathroom has a deep rolltop bath, rain-shower, WC and a hand basin.
  • A second bathroom features a corner bath, WC and a hand basin.

Outside: The Old Vicarage has over an acre of lovingly tended gardens with lots of room to relax and play. There is a full size table tennis table, a climbing frame and a football goal. There is also an outdoor sauna and a hot tub in a sheltered area next to the house, a patio area, plenty of seating, and a charcoal BBQ.

Additional Information: Utilities, WiFi, bed linen and bath towels are included. An extra bed can be provided for a fee. Two dogs are welcome by arrangement. The property is strictly a non-smoking venue.

The Old Vicarage Tariff & Supplementary Information

Season Weekly Rate Short Breaks

Fri, 20th Feb 2026 - Thu, 26th Mar 2026
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 2
Short break prices:
2 nights: £1,780 | 3 nights: £1,780 | 4 nights: £1,780

7 Nights
£2,250

2 Nights
£1,780


Fri, 27th Mar 2026 - Thu, 2nd Apr 2026
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 2
Short break prices:
2 nights: £2,680 | 3 nights: £2,680 | 4 nights: £2,680

7 Nights
£2,980

2 Nights
£2,680


Fri, 3rd Apr 2026 - Thu, 9th Apr 2026
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 2
Short break prices:
2 nights: £2,680 | 3 nights: £2,680 | 4 nights: £2,680

7 Nights
£2,980

2 Nights
£2,680


Fri, 10th Apr 2026 - Thu, 16th Apr 2026
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 2
Short break prices:
2 nights: £2,080 | 3 nights: £2,080 | 4 nights: £2,080

7 Nights
£2,580

2 Nights
£2,080


Fri, 17th Apr 2026 - Thu, 30th Apr 2026
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 2
Short break prices:
2 nights: £1,480 | 3 nights: £1,480 | 4 nights: £1,480

7 Nights
£2,480

2 Nights
£1,480


Fri, 1st May 2026 - Thu, 7th May 2026
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 2
Short break prices:
2 nights: £1,480 - £2,180 | 3 nights: £1,480 - £2,180 | 4 nights: £1,480

7 Nights
£2,580

2 Nights
From
£1,480


Fri, 8th May 2026 - Thu, 21st May 2026
Changeover: Mon / Fri, Min Nights: 2
Short break prices:
2 nights: £1,980 | 3 nights: £1,980 | 4 nights: £1,980

7 Nights
£2,580

2 Nights
£1,980

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Bedroom Configuration:
Sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms (2 King, 1 Double, 1 Twin, 1 Triple/Family & 1 Single)
Children:
Yes
Dogs/Pets:
3 or more dogs welcome
Accessibility:
Ground floor accommodation
Smoking:
No smoking
Preferred Arrival Day:
Mon/Fri
Payment Options:
Paypal, Credit / Debit Card
Group Booking Details:
All male groups - Please enquire with owner.
All female groups - Please enquire with owner.
Catering available - No.
Booking Conditions:
Please refer to the owner for accessibility requirements, booking terms / conditions and cancellation policy.
Please discuss any requirements regarding your pet(s) with the property owner.
Children must be supervised when around / using the hot tub.
Independent Cottages recommends that you take out holiday cancellation insurance.

Owner Area

Elwyn Powell
Member Since November 2024

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The Old Vicarage Noticeboard

Please enquire if you would like to stay with more than 3 dogs. If interested in catering, we can provide details of local companies who have successfully catered for previous guests. Similarly if interested in a massage therapist coming to visit. Stays are generally full week from a Friday or Weekend breaks starting Friday or mid-week breaks starting Monday. Enquire if you have additional requirements.

Last Minute Offers

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 for 3 nights, £1580
Special Offer - Enjoy 4 or 6 Complimentary Massges on us! (Please mention when booking)
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 for 3 nights, £1580
Special Offer - Enjoy 4 or 6 Complimentary Massges on us! (Please mention when booking)
Fri, 10 Apr 2026 for 7 nights, £2280
Save £300. Reference Independent Cottages to get the discount

The Old Vicarage 18 Month Availability Calendar

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* Calendar last updated: 14th March 2026

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