Find My Favourite Holiday Cottages in The Wye Valley
Wye Valley holiday cottages are surrounded by wooded glades, river valleys and ancient ruins on the border between England and Wales.
This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty stretches for 326 square miles. it covers parts of Gloucestershire, Monmouthshire and Herefordshire. Rare wildlife, unique geology and the remains of an industrial past make this an internationally renowned region.
The River Wye meanders through a deep valley, where limestone gorges and wild ravine woodland have created a paradise for walking, horse-riding, cycling, angling and water sports.
Suppose you want a countryside cottage to unwind in, in a wonderfully unspoiled area that has not lost its traditional, rural way of life. In that case, a Wye Valley holiday cottage could be exactly what you are looking for. Agriculture and forestry remain important industries, and there is only a few small towns in the area - Ross-on-Wye, Hay-on-Wye and Monmouth Self-catering holidays in Wye Valley Cottages are rewarding regardless of the season. In spring, the woods are carpeted in bluebells and wild garlic, while in summer, the meadows are alive with wildflowers. Autumn is a breathtaking display of gold and red, and winter offers far-reaching views of the snowy Black Mountains and Golden Valley. If you are seeking a scenic fishing holiday, then holiday cottages with fishing on the River Wye should tick all the required boxes quite comfortably. Click here to find holiday cottages in Herefordshire on My Favourite Holiday Cottages.
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
The Birches is a Wye Valley Holiday cottage nestled beneath the Black Mountains. It is the perfect rural retreat to enjoy spectacular scenery or the Hay-On-Wye literature festival. Try hill walking, paragliding, horse riding or walking in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 5
- Bedrooms 3
The Coach House is a delightful detached country cottage in Herefordshire with an outdoor swimming pool. It is located in the village of Welford, a Wye Valley village near Ross-on-Wye. The dog-friendly cottage offers cosy, well-equipped self-catering accommodation for 2-5 guests in 3 bedrooms (one ground floor).
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
Eleven acres of private grounds surround Howle Hideaway, a sophisticated romantic cottage in the Herefordshire countryside. The rural holiday cottage in Ross-on-Wye blends contemporary style with rustic charm. It features a traditional fireplace housing a woodburner, tiled floors, a lawned garden, and a patio with beautiful rural views.
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
The Apple Store is a charming Herefordshire holiday cottage in Whitchurch boasting exposed beams, stone walls and features windows. The pet-friendly cottage in Herefordshire's beautiful countryside offers couples a romantic retreat in a one-bedroom cottage close to the Forest of Dean. It features multiple outdoor relaxation areas and contemporary comforts.
- Sleeps 22
- Bedrooms 9
Hollytree House is a spacious 3-storey holiday home in Symonds Yat, Wye Valley. The house offers breathtaking views of the river and comes equipped with a relaxing hot tub. It's perfect for large groups of up to 22 guests looking for a peaceful and rural location to spend special occasions, reunions, or self-catering holidays. The house is an ideal place for those who want to spend their time enjoying the beauty of the river and its surroundings.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
5 Wye Rapid Cottage is a welcoming mid-terrace Wye Valley holiday cottage in the natural wonderland of Symonds Yat in Herefordshire. The pet-friendly waterside cottage offers families an ideal base for exploring the wonders of Herefordshire and features a large outdoor area with landscaped gardens and a modern, spacious interior.
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
Anne’s Hut blends into the surrounding woodland. The unique former shepherd’s hut has been fashioned into a romantic holiday cottage in Penterry, Monmouthshire, which boasts extensive gardens with wonderful countryside views, luxurious décor, a wood burner, an outdoor firepit and contemporary comforts.
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
Orchard Cottage is a gorgeous stone-built romantic holiday cottage in the Wye Valley in a designated National Landscape in Penterry, Monmouthshire. The pet-friendly cottage offers contemporary comforts, a log fire, traditional charm, seclusion, an outdoor fire pit, and lovely rural views across Monmouthshire.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
Sitting on the lush grounds of the owner’s house in Welsh Newton, Pembridge Cottage charms visitors with its stone exterior and modern, characterful 2-bedroom interior. The pet-friendly Herefordshire holiday cottage offers high-quality accommodation and free fly-fishing lessons.
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
Rustic elegance defines Valley View, a stone-built romantic Herefordshire holiday cottage in Howle Hill. The semi-detached property overlooks the Wye Valley and boasts a wood burner, contemporary fixtures and fittings, flagstone floors, exposed stone walls, a sun-drenched patio and countryside views.
- Sleeps 16
- Bedrooms 8
Viaduct House is a large and well-equipped 8-bedroom waterside holiday home on the banks of the River Wye in the Forest of Dean. It is perfect for country walks, cycling, and fishing in this gloriously scenic corner of Gloucestershire. Pets are welcome!
- Sleeps 24
- Bedrooms 10
High Cloud is a large and comfortable Wye Valley Farmhouse and separate Barn in Monmouthshire with a swimming pool and hot tub. It offers self-catering holidays in a secluded countryside location—no neighbours or traffic noise, just panoramic, far-reaching rural views. Pets are welcome.
- Sleeps 24
- Bedrooms 12
River Wye Lodge is a spacious holiday cottage in the Forest of Dean overlooking the picturesque River Wye. The cottage can accommodate up to 26 guests, and it is easily accessible. You can spend your days exploring the Forest and theWye Valley or enjoy a variety of activities on the river. Alternatively, you can relax in the cottage's hot tub, games room, or children's playground. Pets are welcome to join you on your holiday.
- Sleeps 22
- Bedrooms 8
Once a village pub, The Anchor has been tastefully converted to create a large Forest of Dean Holiday Cottage, complete with a hot tub and games room. This family-friendly holiday home in Gloucestershire lies in a magical rural location in the Wye Valley. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 24
- Bedrooms 11
The Manor on the Monnow is an impressive baroque manor house located on the east bank of the River Monnow, just a short walk from the centre of Monmouth. The property comfortably accommodates 24 guests in 11 bedrooms/9 bathrooms, with spacious communal areas, great outdoor space, and a hot tub too!