Cayo Retreat

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  • On a working farm with stunning views of the Black Mountains
  • A 25-minute drive from Abergavenny and 35 minutes from Hay-on-Wye
  • Bespoke wetrooms with private toilets and showers; pub 15 mins' walk
Picture the scene: it’s day one of your hols, you wake to the sounds of birdcalls, you sneak a peek outside and there, in all their glory, are the Black Mountains. If this sounds just splendid (because you're a sensible sort), head along to Cayo Retreat, a family-friendly site in Herefordshire, 25 minutes’ drive from Abergavenny. On a working farm, this site is the epitome of peaceful: five minutes up a small country road from the nearest habitation, there’s no foot traffic (or regular traffic) passing by to break the quiet, and wanders with your dog through woodland and along the banks of the private stretch of river running through the site should soothe troubled minds (and energetic mutts) right quick. Lengthier rambles are within easy reach too, as the Black Mountains – and the Brecon Beacons National Park, and the long-distance Offa’s Dyke Path – are on the England-Wales border less than a mile’s saunter away across fields. When it comes to eats, the perennially hungry are well catered for: the pretty little village of Longtown is a 15-minute walk from base for a small well-stocked shop and a local pub serving food. There are bespoke wet rooms with private toilets and showers on site.

Site type

RV sites 44
Mobile homes for rent 1
Tent sites 84
Travel trailer sites 24
Rent a tent 6
Open now
Opens April 1
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Breed-specific legislation (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.

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Open from Wed, Apr 1 to

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Overall rating from 65 Pitchup.com customers

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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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PeacefulSpectacular scenery

92% would recommend this site to a friend

88% would stay here again

What customers say

Cayo Retreat provides a great camping experience with stunning Black Mountain views. John, the host, is consistently praised for being super friendly and helpful. Clean, well-kept facilities, spacious pitches, and beautiful surroundings are big pluses for peaceful getaways and local hikes. A few guests mentioned occasional waits for the washrooms at peak times, but most loved it and want to come back.

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Stunning location

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Anonymous

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Location is stunning, beautiful walks and scenery. Welcoming and friendly host.

Disliked Gents loos need a bin, there were 2 used plastered left in the sink on Sunday morning.
The bins are close to a small stream and some litter blows into the water.

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This was my second stay at…

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 Sam B. 1 review

Bell tent (eight person, premium)

Liked This was my second stay at Cayo Retreat, having first visited last year, and I knew I had to come back for my birthday. My first experience was exceptional, so before we arrived I had already told the rest of the group how beautiful the site was and how welcoming our host, John, would be. I had set the bar incredibly high, yet somehow everyone’s experience still exceeded expectations.

The campsite is perfectly situated opposite the Black Mountains, creating an incredible backdrop throughout the day. One of the highlights was watching the moon rise from behind the mountains in the evening, it really is a special moment. The field is spacious enough for everyone to spread out, and we enjoyed games of badminton and frisbee without feeling crowded.

The yurts are spacious, cosy, and surprisingly luxurious for a camping experience. The beds are incredibly comfortable, and the soft, fluffy blankets made for one of the best night’s sleep I’ve had while camping.

The facilities are excellent too. Having a washing-up station made cleaning up after our barbecue quick and easy, and the toilets and other facilities were spotless throughout our stay, which really added to the overall comfort.

What truly makes Cayo Retreat stand out, though, is the host, John. From the moment we arrived, he was friendly, welcoming, and always happy to help with anything we needed. His hospitality genuinely makes the experience even more enjoyable, and it’s easy to see why everyone in our group thought so highly of him.

I couldn’t recommend Cayo Retreat more highly. Whether you’re looking to spend quality time with family or friends, enjoy the stunning surroundings, or simply experience a unique camping stay, this is a fantastic place to visit. We’ll definitely be back again.

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Amazing view, it was a perfect…

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 Emily C. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Amazing view, it was a perfect little getaway for me and my partner, the host was so kind super helpful. If I could give it more than ten I would 🫶

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Beautiful campsite in fantastic area…

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Matthew L. 3 reviews

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Beautiful campsite in fantastic area

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely peaceful stay in Longtown!

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Lucy -. 5 reviews

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Field was easy to pitch on, showers and bathrooms were clean and well-maintained and there was a good sized washing up area next to it. Owner was really friendly and helped me out with getting some tent pegs when I forgot mine!

Disliked A little tricky to get to from the Offa's Dyke path.

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A lovely, peaceful site, we were…

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Gez_Skint_Creative 4 reviews

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked A lovely, peaceful site, we were fortunate to have the site to ourselves. Facilities were clean and tidy with good showers. Would definitely use again

Disliked Nothing

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A great place to be...

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Anonymous

Primitive grass campsite (large, riverside, mountain view)

Liked The views - an amazing spot
John was so welcoming
How well kept everywhere was
The water - lovely to shower in and delicious to drink

Disliked I liked the bathrooms but I personally prefer separate toilets.

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Excellent

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Alan L. 5 reviews

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Great site in lovely location with walks and views from the site. Very friendly and helpful staff. Great pub within easy walking distance. Campsite facilities were excellent and kept clean.

Disliked Facilities are limited, so at busy times there is small wait.

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Great place to relax and explore

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Anonymous

Primitive grass RV campsite

Liked Location, friendly owner, cleanliness, relaxed atmosphere

Disliked Queue for the facilities - It was a hot Bank Holiday weekend though, so a busy time. We did find extra facilities over the other side of the site, but didn't see them until last few hours of our stay.

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Position of campsite.…

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Robert J. 1 review

Primitive grass tent campsite

Liked Position of campsite.

Disliked Ridiculous having shower,,toilet and washbasin together.Only the provision of one wash basin for saucepans etc. if you charge a good fee to stay. The facilities should be good also.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Lake and/or mountain Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transportation nearby

Type

Farm Large (51-200 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycling nearby Horseback riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby

Location

Cayo Retreat

Cayo Farm

Longtown

Herefordshire

England

HR2 0NR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

51.95302°N
2.99237°W

Nearest transport

Coach
7.9 km Telephone Exchange
14.9 km Bus Station
21.3 km Bus Station
Rail
15.2 km Abergavenny Rail Station
22.9 km Hereford Rail Station
24.4 km Ebbw Vale Town Rail Station
Ferry
43 km Lydney Harbour
43.3 km Newport (S Wales) Ferry Terminal
43.3 km Sharpness Old Docks

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

The site’s not just well set up for ramblers… Other energetic types will be best pleased by how close National Cycle Route 42 is (just a 15-minute drive, or 30-minute cycle), and those who like to get up close with the local(ish) wildlife have only a 15-minute drive to source llama trekking. People craving high-octane adventures can opt instead for the mountain adventure centre 10 minutes away, which covers lots of different bases: guests can get competitive on the paintball field, get adrenaline pumping on the quads, hovercrafts or rally karts, test mettle on the assault course or try out marksmanship with some clay pigeon shooting. Anyone after a more laidback hol should maybe follow in historical footsteps instead: get a feel for the industry of this part of the UK at Blaenavon Ironworks and Big Pit National Coal Museums, both about 40 minutes away, or mosey around the ruins at Skenfrith Castle 35 minutes from base. Prefer some urban days? Head to Abergavenny – known hereabouts as a ‘gateway to Wales’ – 25 minutes from the site for indie shops and foodie stops, or Hay-on-Wye 35 minutes away for leafing through nearly two dozen bookshops.

Must see

Blaenavon Ironworks 20.7 km

Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre 21.1 km

Big Pit: National Coal Museum 21.6 km

Raglan Castle 22.6 km

Caldicot Castle & Country Park 24.6 km

National Trust

Skenfrith Castle 15.9 km

The Weir 17.9 km

Cwmmau Farmhouse 22.8 km

The Kymin 26.2 km

Croft Castle and Parkland 39 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Longtown - Penrhewr - Clodock - Longtown 0.4 km

Longtown - Upper Brooks - Escley Brook - Longtown 0.4 km

Longtown - Brook Farm - Cae Tack - Longtown 0.5 km

Longtown - Michaelchurch Escley - Longtown 1 km

Llanthony Priory - Offa's Dyke Path - Hatterrall Hill 3.1 km

Local events

  • Green Man Festival (Thursday, August 20, 2026 – Thursday, August 20, 2026)

    Crickhowell, Wales 15.8 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Cayo Retreat have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cayo Retreat dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cayo Retreat? The site’s not just well set up for ramblers… Other energetic types will be best pleased by how close National Cycle Route 42 is (just a 15-minute drive, or 30-minute cycle), and … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cayo Retreat?
    RV, travel trailer and tent sites
    Arrive:  noon –  Anytime
    Depart by:  4 p.m.
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  11 a.m.

    Please let the site know when you are approximately 5 minutes away.

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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cayo Retreat? From $71.65 (for 1 night, 4 people) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.