Holiday rentals in Symonds Yat

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Guest favourite

Barn in Ross-on-Wye

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviews

Peaceful location, close to great tourist spots

This converted barn is set in a glorious countryside setting, in the grounds of an old mill, with a stream running through the garden, and plenty of parking space. Well behaved dogs are welcome! The Barn is in a peaceful location, but within a short drive to the river, restaurants, canoeing, hiking and biking. It is possible to walk directly from the barn to a couple of places for drink/food. The Barn suits 2 people, but there is a single day bed in the bedroom which can accommodate a child.

11–18 Jul

£77 per night
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Barn in Symonds Yat

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

Converted Cider Press with mod cons in Wye Valley

Superhost. Spring Offers The converted Cider Press is ideal for a country retreat in the heart of the Wye Valley and on the edge of the Forest of Dean.Symonds Yat West is a village and a popular tourist destination which straddles the River Wye. The Press has been carefully renovated from a derelict working cider mill to a high standard comfortable abode.A place to relax or enjoy some mountain biking,canoeing,paddle boarding or a ramble through the woods to King Arthurs Cave or up to Yat Rock.

5–12 Jul

£113 per night
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Flat in Ross-on-Wye

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews

Wenslow Barn, A Quiet Cosy Place for Two to Stay

Wenslow Barn is in a small hamlet situated in the Wye Valley AONB where you can walk, cycle, canoe and explore the many tracks through woodland and farmland. You’ll love it because of the peace and tranquility. A private romantic hideaway where in winter you can cosy up in front a woodburning stove, in summer enjoy sitting out on the private guest's patio with barbeque and fire pit. We are within easy reach of Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth with their bijou quirky shops, pubs and and restaurants.

11–18 Feb

£81 per night

Popular amenities for Symonds Yat holiday rentals

Stay near Symonds Yat's top sights

Wye Valley Butterfly Zoo55 locals recommend
Ye Old Ferrie Inn15 locals recommend
The Old Court Hotel10 locals recommend
Canoe the Wye28 locals recommend
Ross on Wye Canoe Hire12 locals recommend
The aMazing Hedge Puzzle14 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Symonds Yat

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Home in Whitebrook

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 892 reviews

Adjoined Stone Cottage Wye Valley (Five Springs)

5–12 Feb

£86 per night
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Guest house in Gloucestershire

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 374 reviews

'Forest of Dean' A Scandinavian Lodge in an AONB

7–14 Mar

£96 per night
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Shepherd’s hut in Herefordshire

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 208 reviews

Greengage

22–29 Sept

£92 per night
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Guest suite in Herefordshire

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 140 reviews

Stylish and cosy 1 Bedroom Guest Suite

22–29 Nov

£63 per night
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Cottage in Blakeney

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 437 reviews

Grade II Listed Underdean Lodge

16–23 Mar

£101 per night
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Home in Soudley

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 382 reviews

The Zion Chapel

5–12 Feb

£104 per night
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Guest suite in Gloucestershire

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews

Nagshead Retreat

26 Nov – 3 Dec

£122 per night
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Farm stay in Peterstow

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 353 reviews

Farm stay in the Wye Valley

14–21 Oct

£83 per night
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Home in Whitebrook

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews

Donkey Shed

15–22 Apr

£125 per night
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Cottage in Ross-on-Wye

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 251 reviews

Coach House - Wye Valley

17–24 Sept

£136 per night
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Cottage in Tarrington

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 196 reviews

Countryside Cidermaker's Cottage

25 Aug – 1 Sept

£124 per night
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Cottage in Ross-on-Wye

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 94 reviews

Outstanding views of Wye valley. Stylish cottage

18–25 Feb

£124 per night

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Symonds Yat

Total rentals

60 properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

10 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

30 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

20 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

1.9K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

£48 before taxes and fees

Your guide to Symonds Yat

All About Symonds Yat

Centrally located in the designated Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just a few kilometres from the Welsh border, Symonds Yat is a picturesque village with traditional whitewashed English cottages nestled amid the willows along the River Wye. Wood-clad passenger boats ferry travellers up and down the river, weaving between kayakers and paddleboarders, and beer gardens line the water’s edge. Densely wooded hillsides stretch up the valley, framing the town in green. Cafes perched atop ancient stone walls provide exceptional views of the picturesque valley, as well as local ales and home-inspired meals.

Travellers flock to Symonds Yat not just for its laid-back atmosphere but also for all the opportunities it offers to explore the surrounding nature areas, including hiking, swimming, kayaking, and paddleboarding.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Symonds Yat

Overall, the climate of Symonds Yat is temperate, with moderate variations between the seasons. The summer months are characterized by warm, sun-filled days, prompting locals and visitors alike to take to the water for afternoons of swimming and paddling. Conversely, the winters tend to be cold and dark. Temperatures drop during these months, bringing many frosty mornings and the occasional dusting of snow. For hiking and exploring the hinterlands, the shoulder seasons, particularly in the latter half of the year, can be an excellent time to visit, as the temperatures are brisk, and brilliant earthen orange hues dominate the autumn landscape. Regardless of the time of year, it is a good idea to pack a rain jacket, as precipitation is common and relatively consistent throughout the year, with moderate upticks in the fall and winter.


Top things to do in Symonds Yat

Symonds Yat Rock

Located on the site of a 2,500-year-old fort, Symonds Yat Rock’s high cliffs offer one of the most dramatic, and romantic, viewpoints over the Wye Valley and the Dean Forest. Hiking trails and cycling paths will lead you through the beautiful woods of Herefordshire up to this observation point, which is also one of the region's best spots for spotting hawks and falcons.

Goodrich Castle

This beautifully preserved, 11th-century stone fortification is open for visitors to explore. Here you’ll find a wonderfully maintained exhibition that displays cannonballs and other artefacts found in the area that date back to the English Civil War, which the castle played a prominent role in in 1646. In the castle’s awe-inspiring, 13th-century chapel, you can bask in the multicoloured light from 800-year-old stained glass windows.

King Arthur's Cave

Mystery surrounds the history of this limestone cave formation, just west of town, and how it came to share a name with the legendary English king. Today, the cave is noted for its fascinating geological makeup and expansive interior. Before reaching the mouth of the cave, you’ll follow trails that meander through the ancient forests of the Lord’s Wood. You can explore the shallow cave and the surrounding woods of the Herefordshire Nature Trust between dawn and dusk each day.

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