Title: Perfect Rural Retreat for two near Hay on Wye Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Perfect Rural Retreat for two near Hay on Wye Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48700000/48699000/48698934/00ab4328.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48700000/48699000/48698934/3d22b4bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48700000/48699000/48698934/3fba2ab6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48700000/48699000/48698934/7667d338.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48700000/48699000/48698934/b077f177.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Old Bake House, a beautifully appointed cottage on the edge of the Black Mountains, offers a peaceful retreat with its spacious living area, sun room with garden views and fully equipped kitchen. Unwind in this tranquil setting surrounded by original character features like flagstone floors and oak beams. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 21200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Perfect Rural Retreat for two near Hay on Wye The Old Bake House is a beautifully appointed, detached cottage tucked away at the foot of the Black Hill on the edge of the Black Mountains and the Welsh border. Full of original character features such as flagstone floors and original oak beams, the cottage - all on one level - is thoughtfully furnished and decorated to provide a comfortable, cosy stay in this stunning part of rural Herefordshire. The living area is spacious and includes a dining table and chairs and 32 inch Smart TV. Double doors lead to a fantastic sun room with views across the gardens, two easy chairs and a further set of dining furniture for sunny, summer dining. The kitchen is fully equipped with crockery, glassware, cookware, cafetiere, kettle, toaster etc, and the adjoining utility room houses a dishwasher, undercounter freezer, microwave oven, washing machine, iron and ironing board. The bedroom is spacious with 2 large windows which overlook the garden. It is carpeted throughout and furnished with a Super King size bed (which can also be configured as 2 single beds on request), a wardrobe, chest of drawers, 2 bedside cabinets and a further shelving unit. The shower room is a generous space with WC, modern glass sink bowl and large shower enclosure. Whether you are in search of a relaxing, restorative retreat or a base from which to explore the region's numerous walks, quaint villages and outdoor activities, The Old Bake House and its beautiful garden overlooking the river will provide the perfect, tranquil setting. Please noted that the entrance between the living area and sun room is lower than standard height due to the property's age. There is a step up of roughly 6 inches into the shower enclosure. There is a walk of approximately 25 metres' distance from the car parking spot across a lawn to the front door of the cottage. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - 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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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 Perfect Rural Retreat for two Near Hay on Wye Cottage Perfect Rural Retreat for two Near Hay on Wye Hereford Perfect Rural Retreat for two Near Hay on Wye Cottage Hereford ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.990894,-3.020371&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ejj%7CHh%7Cl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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8cUEfd89fEW4lzt6mQ5gvuF9frg=) Hereford, ENG #### What's nearby - Longtown Village Green - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles - Longtown Castle - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles - Battlelands Paintball - 16 min drive - 8.6 miles - Hay Castle - 22 min drive - 8.6 miles - River Wye - 22 min drive - 8.6 miles #### Getting around - Hereford Station - 31 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Bull's Head - ‬5 min drive - ‪Temple Bar - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Bridge Inn, Michael Church - ‬6 min drive - ‪Gwatkin Red Cow - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Old Stables Fish & Chips - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Perfect Rural Retreat for two near Hay on Wye pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Perfect Rural Retreat for two near Hay on Wye? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Perfect Rural Retreat for two near Hay on Wye? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Perfect Rural Retreat for two near Hay on Wye? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Perfect Rural Retreat for two near Hay on Wye located? > Situated on a river, this cottage is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Longtown Village Green and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Longtown Castle. Battlelands Paintball and Hay on Wye Medical Centre are also within 9 miles (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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