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Dine alfresco, or head out to the local pub
Far reaching views across the Black Mountains
The most innovative hot tub we’ve seen to date
Set within an ancient private hay meadow
The third “hut” is the discreet loo!
Kitchen area with woodburner
Romantic and secluded
Light and cosy
King-size bed
Woodburner
Huge fire pit bbq
800 man hours spent lovingly crafted this unique pair
Wood and coal fired hot tub with a view
Mown paths
Hay-on-Wye is the nearest town
1 / 17  Dine alfresco, or head out to the local pub
2 / 17  Far reaching views across the Black Mountains
3 / 17  The most innovative hot tub we’ve seen to date
4 / 17  Set within an ancient private hay meadow
5 / 17  The third “hut” is the discreet loo!
6 / 17  Kitchen area with woodburner
7 / 17  Romantic and secluded
8 / 17  Light and cosy
9 / 17  King-size bed
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11 / 17  Woodburner
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13 / 17  Huge fire pit bbq
14 / 17  800 man hours spent lovingly crafted this unique pair
15 / 17  Wood and coal fired hot tub with a view
16 / 17  Mown paths
17 / 17  Hay-on-Wye is the nearest town

The Hot Tub Hideaway

Hay-on-Wye (5.5mls SE), Brecon Beacons
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / woodburner
Hot tub
Romantic
Green
Quirky
Off the beaten track
Rustic
Glamping
Fire Pit
Shepherd Hut
Towels included
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At a glance

  • A romantic escape for two set in an ancient hay meadow
  • Total privacy surrounded by fields and fresh air
  • Sit back and relax in your own unique, exclusive hot tub
Property code: 42954

Set in the ancient hay meadows of the Welsh border, these hand-crafted shepherd’s huts offer a truly unique romantic getaway. Relax in the wood-fired hot tub or toast marshmallows over the fire pit, admiring the panoramic views of the Black Mountains. Embrace a slower pace of life and a digital detox surrounded by a plethora of peaceful walking trails. The popular market town of Hay-on-Wye is just 7 miles away, with independent shops, eateries, and bookstores to equip you for your romantic retreat. These beautiful shepherd’s huts are charmingly rustic, with wrought iron details, reused scaffold boards and antique furnishings. After a day of walking, cook up a warming meal in the kitchen area using the gas stove or even the fire pit outside where you can watch the sunset. Snuggle up by the wood burner in the evening with your favourite book or play cards at the pull-out dining table. The second hut is home to a convenient wet-room-style shower, while the third hut has an eco-friendly composting loo. Have sunny BBQs using the fire pit looking out over the picturesque meadows, then fire up the hot tub and soak under the stars. After you’ve explored the trails surrounding the huts, head to Hay and hire bikes to go mountain biking. You can also hire canoes to take out on the River Wye, go wild swimming, or spend an afternoon fishing. Wander through the cobbled streets of Hay, admiring the Georgian architecture, or visit the famous annual literary festival in May. Discover the beauty of the Brecons with walks in the Black Mountains or up the Black Hill with breathtaking views from the summit.

  • 1 king-size bed
  • 1 wet room-style shower room with wood burner, compost WC in separate hut
  • Gas stove, butler sink and solar powered light
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided, thereafter at cost with an honesty box system)
  • Wood-fired hot tub created from the bucket of a 30 tonne excavator machine
  • Large enclosed grassed area including a fire pit BBQ with marshmallows provided
  • Pubs and restaurants within 5 miles, shops 6.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Avril Hitchman

This property is personally managed by Avril.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 6 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jake 29th June 2022

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Reviewed by Tom 3rd May 2022

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An absolutely brilliant getaway. Off grid and cozy. We had a fabulous time.

Reviewed by Louise 24th September 2021

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This is a magical spot to stay. You will not regret it.

Reviewed by Laura 11th June 2021

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We visited the hideaway in June 2021 and absolutely loved our time at the Shepherd's hut. Luckily the weather was amazing for the duration of our 4 night stay - but I'm sure it would have been relaxing either way. The facilities were great, the accommodation is well thought out and the location is incredibly peaceful. There's also so much to do neaRead morer by - we went canoeing, hiking and gorge walking in the Brecon beacons, as well as shopping, swimming and eating in Hay on Wye. Hide

Reviewed by Phyllis 10th May 2021

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Amazing rural retreat. Quirky accommodation and inspired hot tub. Gabbie could not be more helpful.

Reviewed by Jason 23rd April 2021

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This was an absolutely perfect location to get away from the modern world. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed sitting by the fires talking and enjoying the nature around. We would definitely return and it has made us want to live off the grid :) loved it!!!!

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Dine alfresco, or head out to the local pub
Far reaching views across the Black Mountains
The most innovative hot tub we’ve seen to date
Set within an ancient private hay meadow
The third “hut” is the discreet loo!
Kitchen area with woodburner
Romantic and secluded
Light and cosy
King-size bed
Woodburner
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Location

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