Ty Gwyn Holidays

View prices & book 9.7 7 reviews
Sunset behind the shack
Sunset behind the shack
Outdoor bath with room for two
Private and peaceful spot
Cosy even on a frosty morning
View from the site
View across the fields from one of the benches
Covered outdoor bath
Cinema screen
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Outdoor bath with room for two
Private and peaceful spot
Cosy even on a frosty morning

  • Luxurious hideaway on the Welsh and English border
  • A 25-minute drive to Hereford and half an hour to Symonds Yat
  • Private outdoor bath with mountain views; cider tastings on site
Don’t know whether to plump for Wales or England as a base for a romantic mini-break? You don’t have to make any decisions at Ty Gwyn Holidays, as it sits on the border of Herefordshire and Monmouthshire, with views of the Black Mountains. A lovely little bolthole for a couple or solo adventurer, Ty Gwyn Holidays is a private complex with cosy cabins decked out with a woodburning stove each to keep you toasty warm. Each cabin has access to a private (and separate) compost loo and power shower, as well as their own private kitchen equipped with a hob, fridge and other useful bits like glasses and crockery. Bedding and towels are provided. Outside, head to your private chillout area with seating, and perhaps most exciting of all, a vast alfresco bath with mountain views and a plentiful supply of hot water. In case you’re at a loose end, there’s also a dartboard and cinema screen. If you ever fancy something to sip upon, Ty Gwyn Holidays is on a family-run farm where Alex makes award-winning cider and perry. Once on site, you can book tours of the cider-making process and tastings, and claim discounts on cider purchases. There’s also a choice of pubs within 10 minutes’ drive if you fancy a change of scenery.

Site type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 2
Motorhome pitches 4
Touring caravan pitches 4
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Languages spoken

English

French

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

Tent pitchesTouring caravan pitchesMotorhome pitchesLodges, cabins, pods or hutsCaravans for hireRent a tent
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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

9.7

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Location
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Customer service
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Child friendliness
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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100% would recommend this site to a friend

100% would stay here again

What customers say

A lovely spot for couples. Guests loved the cosy feel, great facilities and unique bath under the stars. Peaceful location with beautiful views, perfect for a relaxing break. Most enjoyed the special touches, with only minor grumbles about the compost loo. Many plan to return.

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Arrival date (latest first)

Everything was perfect and super cosy and lovely facilities. Had such a…

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Jack F.

Cider Shack cabin (adults only)

Liked Everything was perfect and super cosy and lovely facilities. Had such a wonderful stay and wish we could stay longer.

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Everything was better than expected. Laura was lovely.

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Sophie Q.

Cider Shack cabin (adults only)

Liked Absolutely loved it all.
Had me questioning my way of life when we got home as I just wanted to up sticks and stay in that little bubble forever. We will, for sure, return.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your lovely comments and photos, come back to the bubble soon! :)

Perfect for couples

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Leah K.

Cider Shack cabin (adults only)

Liked Perfect little couples getaway, really private and special. Great time to relax and unwind, the special touches were really appreciated, highly recommended and would stay again.

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for coming and for the lovely comments and pics :)

Beautiful location and a cozy countryside getaway.

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Anonymous

Cider Shack cabin (adults only)

Liked Private, cozy, clean and a warm welcome.
Also a beautiful night sky perfect if you are looking for pictures of the Milky Way or the Aurora.
The bath tube is divine!

Disliked I was not 100% sold on the compost toilet but got used to it. Husband loves it though.

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From the manager: Good news for you - we now have a fully flushable loo :)

Lovely place to stay, very friendly owners

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megan j.

Cider Shack cabin (adults only)

Liked We really enjoyed our stay at the cider shack over the august bank holiday. When we arrived, Laura came to greet us and told us any useful information.
All the facilities were really clean. The bath was my favourite part of staying here, it was so relaxing under the stars at night time.
The toilet is a compost loo but there is a normal toilet on site as well if you’d prefer that.

Disliked The only problem was that the seating for the outdoor cinema was slightly uncomfortable so we didn’t end up using it all that much. Some outdoor beanbags might be a comfier option.

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From the manager: Thank you for coming to stay with us. We value your feedback.

Sorry we were unable to accommodate your son on the second night which you requested during your stay. The Cider Shack was designed to accommodate up to two adults and has been marketed and insured on this basis.

There are three seating options for the cinema, the cushioned bench, bistro chairs or deck chairs. I will look to see if I can find bean bags that are washable and durable for the outdoor space, thank you.

Quite and romantic. Loved the view and the friendly dogs! Also great shower!…

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Morgan M.

Cider Shack cabin (adults only)

Liked Quite and romantic. Loved the view and the friendly dogs!
Also great shower!

Disliked Nothing

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Come back for more Scrumpy cuddles soon :)

Everything! The Cider Shack is the perfect place to have a chill…

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Katy M.

Cider Shack cabin (adults only)

Liked Everything! The Cider Shack is the perfect place to have a chill out, and in a great location to explore. The cider is a must try and our highlight was the outdoor cinema and the bath tub! 100% would recommend and will definitely be returning :)

Recommend to friends Visit again

From the manager: Thank you for your comment and fab photos, hope to see you again :)

Features

No dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

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

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed

Themes

Gastronomic delight Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Ty Gwyn Holidays

Pontrilas

Herefordshire

England

HR2 0DL

Directions

Timezone

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

GPS

51.93718°N
2.88969°W

Nearest transport

Coach
1.1 km Telephone Exchange
15.6 km Bus Station
18.3 km Country Bus Station
Rail
15.7 km Abergavenny Rail Station
18.6 km Hereford Rail Station
28 km Pontypool & New Inn Rail Station
Ferry
36.5 km Lydney Harbour
36.7 km Sharpness Old Docks
41.9 km Newport (S Wales) Ferry Terminal

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

If you can bear to leave Ty Gwyn Holidays, how about trying something new? Groom a llama and take it for a stroll at Golden Valley Llamas (five minutes’ drive), or roll up your sleeves and get stuck into making your own engagement rings at Oldfield Forge Experience Days (15 minutes). Or how about learning to blend botanicals at Hill Billy Gin School (20 minutes)? If you’re keen to be out in the open air, you have lots of options for hiking and cycling routes, or to try something more adventurous, join in with axe-throwing and archery at The Viking Games (20 minutes). If the sun shines on you, consider fishing, wild swimming or canoeing on the River Wye – you can hire boats from Glasbury (40 minutes) or Symonds Yat (half an hour). The black-and-white, half-timbered market towns of the Welsh-English borders include Ross-on Wye (half an hour), Leominster (40 minutes) and Ledbury (45 minutes). Historic Hereford (25 minutes) is home to the medieval Mappa Mundi in its Gothic-era cathedral, as well as lively food and craft markets.

Must see

Caldicot Castle & Country Park 18.3 km

Raglan Castle 18.8 km

Goodrich Castle 20 km

Blaenavon Ironworks 22.5 km

Blaenavon World Heritage Centre & Tourist Information Centre 22.7 km

National Trust

Skenfrith Castle 9.2 km

The Weir 16 km

The Kymin 19.7 km

Cwmmau Farmhouse 26.9 km

Westbury Court Garden 35.2 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

Llangua - Monnow Valley Walk - Cupid's Hill - Llangua 0.7 km

Ewyas Harold - Marches Way - Rowlestone - Monnow Valley 0.9 km

Rowlestone - Marches Way - Llaneilo - Rowlestone 1.6 km

KENTCHURCH COURT 3.8 km

Longtown - Brook Farm - Cae Tack - Longtown 6.8 km

Local events

  • Green Man Festival (Thursday 14 August 2025 – Thursday 14 August 2025)

    Crickhowell, Wales 21.2 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.

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Ty Gwyn Holidays have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Ty Gwyn Holidays dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Ty Gwyn Holidays? If you can bear to leave Ty Gwyn Holidays, how about trying something new? Groom a llama and take it for a stroll at Golden Valley Llamas (five minutes’ drive), or roll … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Ty Gwyn Holidays?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  3 p.m. –  8:30 p.m.
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Ty Gwyn Holidays? From €184.62 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.