Title: The Hay Holiday Cottage Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Hay Holiday Cottage Riverside holiday home with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90862800/90862745/d837e780.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90862800/90862745/e96e090e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90862800/90862745/0aa02327.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90862800/90862745/76c833b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90862800/90862745/b9ef600d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Hay-on-Wye, Hazelbrae is a charming Victorian cottage offering a perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. Set against the backdrop of the Black Mountains, you can enjoy activities such as hiking or exploring quaint bookshops nearby. With its well-equipped oak kitchen and spacious dining room seating six, this self-catering retreat offers an ideal getaway for up to 6 guests. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6550 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Hay Holiday Cottage Welcome to Hazelbrae Introducing Hazelbrae, a beautifully restored Victorian cottage nestled in the picturesque village of Cusop — just a short stroll from Hay-on-Wye. With three cosy bedrooms and modern amenities, Hazelbrae is the perfect self-catering retreat for couples, families, or small groups looking to unwind, explore, and reconnect. Your Countryside Escape Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Black Mountains, Hazelbrae invites you to relax in comfort and enjoy a range of nearby outdoor activities — from walking and cycling to cultural discoveries in Hay-on-Wye. Whether you're staying for a weekend or a month, Hazelbrae is your sanctuary. 🏡 Features at a Glance Luxury self-catering accommodation for up to 6 guests Well-equipped oak kitchen with range cooker, microwave, dishwasher, and more Dining room with seating for six, plus games and a relaxed vibe Cosy living room with Smart TV, wood-burning stove, and a convertible sofa bed Ground floor shower room and separate top floor family bathroom Stone patio with seating, fenced courtyard, and elevated garden with views Outdoor washing line, wooden stairs to upper garden Designated parking for 1–2 cars, plus additional nearby options Included: Wi-Fi, towels, bed linen, electricity and gas central heating 📍 Getting Around Hazelbrae’s central location makes exploring Hay-on-Wye a breeze: Walk to Hay Castle, bookshops, Globe at Hay, and cafés Community playground just 2–3 minutes’ walk away Public transport and local buses available Shops, pubs, and restaurants are within easy walking distance 🚗 Parking Designated space adjacent to the cottage (tight for large vehicles) Additional parking in front of the house or along the roadside ♿ Accessibility Ground floor shower room available Note: Elevated garden accessed via steep steps Less suitable for guests with mobility limitations 🐾 Pet Friendly We welcome 1–2 well-behaved dogs Garden and patio are not guaranteed to be dog-proof No dog beds, bowls, or waste bags provided 🔥 Heating & Comfort Smart heating system with gas central heating throughout High-speed Wi-Fi Fresh towels and bed linen included 📬 Host Support We’re here to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. If you need anything, message us and we’ll do our best to assist you promptly. 📚 Discover Hay-on-Wye Known as the "Town of Books," Hay-on-Wye offers rich literary charm, historic sites, vibrant culture, and stunning countryside. Enjoy a relaxed pace of life while browsing bookshops, visiting Hay Castle, and savouring local food in independent cafés and pubs. Don’t miss the Hay Festival — a world-renowned celebration of books and ideas. Whether you're a book lover, outdoor enthusiast, or simply in need of rest — Hazelbrae is the perfect place to write your next chapter. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - On a river ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Soundproofing - Unit size: 550 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57220000/57218900/57218882/ed17ceeb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi Hay-on-Wye - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=57218882&PinnedHotelID=57218882&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32928400/32928390/b034c063.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 bedroom accommodation in Hay-on-Wye Hay-on-Wye - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=32928390&PinnedHotelID=32928390&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34170000/34163900/34163863/ccab5d45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic quirky cottage in Hay On Wye Hay-on-Wye - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 60 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=34163863&PinnedHotelID=34163863&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24070000/24063700/24063606/2da47d6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A stylish family house close to the centre of Hay-on-Wye Hay-on-Wye - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 39 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=24063606&PinnedHotelID=24063606&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113560000/113559600/113559524/0f7eba37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Hay-On-Wye Hay-On-Wye - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-12&endDate=2025-12-13&selected=113559524&PinnedHotelID=113559524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106700100/106700091/6304fce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to this three-bedroom holiday home set in Hay-on-Wye. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 643862 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.07255%2C-3.11900&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GpWkdBvpKhsmDktsNFBwHw6IzIQ=) Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire #### What's nearby - The Old House - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles - Hay Castle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Hay-on-Wye Library - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Richard Booth's Bookshop - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - River Wye - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles #### Getting around - Builth Road Station - 29 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 105 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Antur Brew Co - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Bull's Head - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Three Tuns - ‬9 min walk - ‪Boat Inn - ‬8 min drive - ‪Blue Boar - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Hay Holiday Cottage pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at The Hay Holiday Cottage? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at The Hay Holiday Cottage? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Hay Holiday Cottage? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Hay Holiday Cottage located? > Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Richard Booth's Bookshop, The Lion Street Gallery and Hey Butter Market. The Old House and Hay Cheese Market are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Hay Holiday Cottage Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### lynne j. 16 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous stay It was a charming and spacious cottage. It was the perfect location for the town, only a 5/10 minute walk. Great for exploring all the bookshops and local cafes. It was a good place for walking our dogs. ##### lynne j. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beata K. 1 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Brilliant Stay At Hazelbrae We loved our stay at Hazelbrae! The cottage was very close to Hay On Wye and had all the amenities you could want. Lewis was an excellent host that responded well and answered any extra questions we would ask. Hazelbrae Cottage proved to be a positive and memorable holiday for us all. We will definitely be back! ##### Beata K. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Liz H. 6 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely, well stocked cottage Easy to access and a lovely quiet country lane but just a few minutes walk into Hay. The cottage has a great layout and it was lovely to have the fire ready for us - nice touch if people aren’t used to making fires. Two small cars can fit on the drive but we parked our second car on the street with no issues. ##### Liz H. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stuart H. 19 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous, relaxing, comfy, cosy cottage We spent our birthdays and Mother’s Day at Hazelbrae. The cottage is gorgeous and in a fantastic location. Literally a short walk into Hay on Wye. The beds were so comfortable and the cottage had everything we needed for our 2 night stay. Beautifully decorated, very well equipped and the multi layered garden was great for views and exploring. Great communication with the host, lots of info via email and in the cottage. Many memories made, we will definitely return. ##### Stuart H. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Gillian E. 8 Oct 2023 Liked: Check-in, location #### Hay trip On the whole good some issues with heating system. ##### Gillian E. 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