Party like a rock royalty in this amazing large group self-catering property on the border between Wales and England. Monnow Valley Studios has hosted legends such as Tom Jones, Oasis, and Ozzy Osborne, who all stayed here while recording. Now you, your family and your friends can enjoy the same facilities that include 11 bedrooms to sleep up to 24 people, huge grounds with wild swimming and fishing potential, a cinema/games room, and a soundproof party room. Monnow Valley Studios is two miles from Monmouth and within easy reach of the Wye Valley, Forest of Dean and the Brecon Beacons. It's available for bookings all year round, with well-behaved hen and stag parties welcome.
Relax in the beauty of the Welsh countryside in this big group holiday let in the Wye Valley. The Manor on the Monnow sits in two private acres of ground and fronts on to the River Wye at Monmouth, sleeping up to 24 people in 11 bedrooms. The centre of the historic town with its pubs, cafes and shops is a gentle 10-minute stroll, while the Wye Valley AONB, Forest of Dean and Brecon Beacons National Park are also close. The property manages to be both impressive and homely at the same time, and is ideal for groups of extended families and friends.
High Cloud Farm and Barn provide not only fantastic self-catering accommodation for big groups, but also the perfect spot to host your family Christmas, milestone birthday party or hen weekend. The two properties combine to sleep up to 24 people in ten very comfortable bedrooms, sitting within 30 private acres with beautiful views and walks from the front door. It is peaceful and private, with easy access to the Brecon Beacons National Park, the Wye Valley and favourite market towns such as Abergavenny and Monmouth.
Brookside is a Grade II listed Georgian holiday house in Whitchurch, Herefordshire, sleeping up to 24 guests in eight bedrooms. Built in the early 1800s, this substantial Wye Valley holiday rental combines sash windows, high ceilings and open fires with a heated outdoor pool, games barn and around 0.6 acres of garden. The dining room seats all 24 guests; three dogs are welcome, and a ground-floor twin bedroom sits beside a shower room. Whitchurch amenities are within walking distance, while Symonds Yat Rock, Goodrich Castle, the River Wye, and the Forest of Dean offer plenty to explore nearby.
A holiday in the Herefordshire countryside is good for the soul. Mill Cottage is a welcoming holiday home in the traditional village of Llangrove. The one-bedroom self-catering cottage is in a peaceful spot close to the Wye Valley and only a few miles from the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains. Couples and solo travellers, including those with a dog, love the area for its walks, cycling routes, views, and historic places like Monmouth, Ross-on-Wye, Hereford and Abergavenny.
The Forest Lodge is a unique holiday cottage in the Forest of Dean, sleeping 12/13 in 6 ensuite bedrooms. Tucked away at the end of its own forest track, this dog-friendly holiday rental blends natural textures, wood, and greenery with modern comforts. There’s a huge kitchen-diner, cosy woodburners, and outside a pizza oven and enormous fire pit in the garden for everybody to sit round. Walk to The Gamekeepers Inn less than a mile away, explore Puzzlewood and the Sculpture Trail, or canoe the River Wye at Symonds Yat. With WiFi, plenty of parking, and acres of woodland on the doorstep, this self-catering accommodation is made for relaxed group stays.
"The Lookout" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. Situated in the heart of rural Herefordshire in the picturesque Wye Valley, this attractive town has timbered Tudor houses clustered around the striking 17th Century Market Hall and a selection of excellent shops, pubs and restaurants. Stroll...
"Brookbank Folly" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. Mitcheldean is a Gloucestershire village, close to the Royal Forest of Dean, with old timbered houses and narrow streets. The Forest of Dean is England's largest oak forest and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering walking, cycling...
"1 Bed Lodge in Abergavenny" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Abergavenny. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 Double bed - 1 Shower room - Gas hob, fridge, microwave, kettle and toaster - Wood burner (logs are available on site at extra cost) - Exclusive hot...
"1 Bed Cottage in Cinderford" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom – 1 double - 1 shower room – shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and coffee...
"Calcott Annexe" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. The delightful market town of Whitchurch has many splendid historical buildings, with examples of Medieval, Tudor and Georgian architecture, dominated by St. Alkmund’s Church. Internationally renowned for its clock production, which began in...
"The Granary" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. The scattered village of Walford lies in the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just two miles from the riverside town of Ross-on-Wye, on the northern edge of the Royal Forest of Dean. Ideally located to enjoy excellent walks and...
"Wye Valley Yurt, Lydney" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. Wye Valley Yurt is one of four handcrafted glamping accommodation set in the area of outstanding natural beauty, in the village of St. Briavels, between the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean, on the England/Wales border. Each space is...
"1 Bed Cottage in Cinderford" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 bedroom - double - 1 en-suite shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine and coffee machine (Bosch,...
"1 Bed Lodge in Abergavenny" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Abergavenny. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom – 1 double - 1 shower room with a WC - Electric hob and fridge with ice compartment - Wood burner-effect electric fire - TV -...
"1 Bed Cottage in Ross-on-wye" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom – double - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment - Small...
"1 Bed Lodge in Hereford" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 double bed - 1 shower room with shower, WC and electric heated towel rail - Air fryer, ceramic hob, fridge, kettle and...
"Church Road Annexe" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. Cinderford is a small town and civil parish resting on the eastern fringes of the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire. Hosting a selection of pubs, restaurants, shops and supermarkets for all of your amenities. Nestled close to the beautiful...
"2 Bed Cottage in Cinderford" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Gloucestershire. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 4' double that can we used as a small double or large single bed - Property can sleep a maximum of 4 guests is 4' double bed is used for 2 guests - 1...
"The Burrow at Aveling Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Gloucestershire. The pretty village of Woolaston nestles peacefully between the eastern edge of the Forest of Dean and the River Severn in Gloucestershire. Local services in the village consist of a shop, Post Office and three pubs serving food. The stunning...
"1 Bed Lodge in Hereford" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 double bed - 1 shower room with shower, WC and heated towel rail - Air fryer, ceramic hob, fridge, kettle and toaster -...
"2 Bed Cottage in Blakeney" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Gloucestershire. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms - Bedroom 1 kingsize, Bedroom 2 twin - 1 bathroom with shower over bath - Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and...
"1 Bed Cottage in Lydney" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 Bedroom – super-king bed - 1 Shower room with WC - Electric oven and induction hob, microwave and fridge with freezer box, dishwasher and washing machine - Nespresso Vertuo...
"Aneths Annex" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. The charming village of Drybrook, a former royal hunting ground, lies in the heart of the Forest of Dean and offers visitors many amenities, including a village store and Post Office, butcher, fish and chip shop and village pub. The area boasts...
"The Old Mill Bake House" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. The quaint village of Goodrich lies on the banks of the River Wye in South Herefordshire, close to Gloucestershire and the Forest of Dean. The iconic Goodrich Castle sits within the village, standing in open countryside above the River Wye,...
"Rose Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. An intriguing market town on the border between Wales and England and close to the exceptional Offa’s Dyke, this wonderful town combines old and new, from the old castle ruins to the vibrant weekly market. Located at the confluence of 3 rivers...
"Stylish Town Apartment" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Herefordshire. Affectionately known as the birthplace of tourism, Ross-on-Wye, makes the perfect base for a holiday to Herefordshire. Overlooking a large loop in the beautiful River Wye is the historic market town of Ross-on-Wye, situated in the heart of...
"Cottage - Sleeps 2 - Garden" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Gloucestershire. Coleford is a small town in the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire. The town has a range of shops, bars and restaurants and is just four miles from the Welsh border. The Royal Forest of Dean is England's largest oak forest and is an Area of...
"Shepherd Hut at Garden Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Chepstow. The pretty village of Woolaston nestles peacefully between the eastern edge of the Forest of Dean and the River Severn in Gloucestershire. Local services in the village consist of a shop, Post Office and three pubs serving food. The stunning...
"Ferryman's Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Chepstow. Brockwier is a delightful countryside village settled into the stunning scenery of the Wye Valley National Landscape. The village rests beside the River Wye, beside which there are scenic countryside walks. The village is home to a selection of...
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Monmouth holds a rare claim to fame, being home to the last-standing fortified medieval bridge in the UK. Throughout history, Monnow Bridge has worn many hats, primarily guarding the town against unwanted visitors but has also served as a jail, lodge and toll gate.
Another must-see attraction has to be the historic ruins of where King Henry V was born, Monmouth Castle. Conveniently tucked behind Monmouth’s main shopping street, a fascinating trip to the castle can be followed by a leisurely spending spree on Monnow Street.
Another popular stop on the Monmouth sightseeing tour is the statue of the founder of Rolls Royce, Charles Rolls. These days, Charles is most commonly associated with luxury cars, but his real passion was flying and his statue commemorates his achievement of being the first person to fly both ways across the English Channel without stopping.
Catch a movie at the oldest known theatre site in Wales, the Savoy Theatre. The stunning surroundings of the grade 2 listed building will transport you back in time while you enjoy the latest feature films, live entertainment and special cinema events.
Relax and unwind while enjoying the fruits of the local Monmouth vineyards at Ancre Hill Estates Winery. The Estate uses traditional practices to produce their varieties of still and sparkling white, red, rosé and orange wines, all of which are biodynamic and organic.
If you fancy a break from the hustle and bustle of the town, you can escape with a trek up Kymin Hill. Conquering the hill offers an exciting challenge that is well worth your time, with stunning views of Monmouth town and a charming 18th-century Naval Temple at the top.
Best Time to Visit Monmouth
To make the most of Monmouth's beautiful natural surroundings, it might be best to consider visiting when the Welsh weather is at its best. Monmouth tends to be at its sunniest and driest in June, July and August - so aim to visit during these months to fully appreciate what this charming town has to offer.
