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Barn in Ross-on-Wye
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 116 reviewsPeaceful 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
Barn in Symonds Yat
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviewsConverted 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
Flat in Ross-on-Wye
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviewsWenslow 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
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Quick stats about holiday rentals in Symonds Yat
Total rentals | 60 properties |
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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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