What about Internet access in the holiday house?

At large holiday properties where broadband is shown as available, we are unable to guarantee absolutely that it will be available during your stay. If this facility is important to you, please discuss details of the service provider with us in advance and ask them to do their best to ensure availability. Please note there may be an additional charge for internet access. Please do not expect owners to provide IT support during your stay.

Will there be a phone in the self catering holiday cottage?

Not all large self catering properties have phones. We indicate in the holiday home property description whether they are available and if they are for outgoing or incoming calls only. Calls you make will be payable. If this is important to you, please ask for further details. Mobile coverage is very variable. Click here to check for mobile coverage at your holiday destination

How do I know if a holiday house accepts dogs?

If pets are permitted at a property, it will be stated on the property information and if you are bringing a dog, we will send you further guidance on the dos and don'ts when you book. In the meantime, you can also find out more here.

What do I do with rubbish at the large holiday cottage?

The property welcome folder will include information on the use of refuse bins and refuse collection days. Please note that glass and bottles are not collected and must be taken to the nearest Bottle Bank – the location of which will be found in the welcome folder or taken home with you. The clearance of unsorted or excessive rubbish will be charged at cost from your bond.

What provisions are provided?

Even though this is a self-catering holiday home, some basic consumable items are likely to be present when you arrive. If you wish to avoid duplication or ensure that particular allergies will not be triggered, check with the owner/caretaker what will and will not be there (contact details provided with your final booking confirmation) and they will be able to confirm whether they can accommodate the needs of your group. Likely to be present are Tea, Coffee, Sugar for a welcome drink, A few dishwasher tablets, Some washing up liquid, Basic cleaning materials, Loo roll. There may also be other non-perishable items like a few herbs and spices. You will need to bring everything else that you need or expect to use over the course of your stay or perhaps purchase them from local shops near your holiday cottage.

Wye Rapids House - views to love www.bhhl.co.uk

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The area

Symonds Yat, the heart of the Wye Valley

One of the UK's best-kept holiday secrets, quietly tucked along the border of England and Wales.

Where you are

So easy to reach, so hard to leave

The full range of our holiday cottages for hire covers the same area as the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley Tourism Association. With so much to see and do in this area it makes a great spot for holidays, whether you choose to go out and about, or just stay in the cottage and make use of the wonderful facilities whilst basking in stunning scenery.

The Wye Valley is one of the UK's best-kept holiday secrets, quietly tucked along the border of England and Wales, just as breathtaking as the Lake District or Cotswolds but far less crowded.

Symonds Yat is the valley at its most dramatic: the river bending through a wooded gorge below Yat Rock, with the house on the bank and virtually no traffic on the lane.

Scenic views from Wye Rapids House Symonds Yat Herefordshire www.bhhl.co.uk — From the garden steps in spring, the valley still and green.

From the gate

No car required

Guests regularly report whole weekends without the car: everything below starts on foot.

The river ferry and circular walks

A romantic hand-rope ferry crosses the river a short walk away, opening up beautiful circular walks along both banks.
Up to Symonds Yat Rock

The climb to the famous viewpoint starts at the back of the house. It is a proper hill, and the view down the gorge is worth every step.
Canoes and paddleboards

Canoe and paddleboard hire is a couple of minutes from the door; guests paddle nine-mile stretches of the Wye and amble back to the house to freshen up.
Biblins rope bridge

A level riverside walk leads to the rope bridge at Biblins and back along the far bank, a favourite loop in the guest book.
Pubs on the doorstep

Three pubs and two restaurants sit within a very short walk, and when the day visitors leave, the village quietens to the sound of the river.

On the water

The Wye, by canoe

Canoes, paddleboards and river cruises all leave from the bank a short walk from the house.

Canoeing breaks at Wye Rapids House Symonds Yat Herefordshire www.bhhl.co.uk

Family fun canoeing from the doorstep on the River Wye at Symonds Yat www.bhhl.co.uk

River views from Wye Rapids House Symonds Yat Herefordshire www.bhhl.co.uk

Idyllic days on the river bank Wye Rapids House Symonds Yat Herefordshire www.bhhl.co.uk

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Picturesque Scenery from Wye Raids House Symonds Yat accommodation for large groups www.bhhl.co.uk — September to October

When the valley *turns*

Further out

Days out

Goodrich Castle, the Dean Forest Railway and Tintern Abbey are all within reach: 112 places, sorted by distance, kept current below.

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Symonds Yat Bike Hire - Herefordshire

An activities & days out.

Now as we are very local we would also love to offer to your guests FREE DELIVERY of the bikes to their accommodation - so they can cycle straight from where they are staying. We would drop the bikes with them and then come and collect either at the end of the day or after the few hours whenever they are doneWe offer Mountain bike hire in the beautiful Wye Valley, situated at the Symonds Yat area of outstanding natural beauty. . Symonds Yat and its' surroundings offer a fantastic location for off-road cycling whether it be picturesque old railway paths, trail's along the river or forestry tracks. Stop off for some refreshments at the scenic riverside country pubs or bring your own picnic and enjoy chilling out up above the wye valley at Symonds Yat Rock.

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Monday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Tuesday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Wednesday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Thursday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

Friday: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm

Sunday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm

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5.6 miles away

Mary Rose Young's Pottery Gallery - Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire

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Mary Rose Young makes her distinctive pottery at her studio in the Forest of Dean. Visit her gallery above the studio, you may even be joined by celebrity collectors like Mika, Lily Allen, Steven Tyler, Demi Moore and Ozzy Osborne.

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Monday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Tuesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Wednesday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Thursday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Friday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Saturday: Closed

Sunday: Closed

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6.9 miles away

Bigsweir Fishery - Lower Wye, Monmouthshire

An activities & days out.

Salmon Fishing in the Wye. Situated right opposite The Florence – 9 beats – Booking essential – call for details.

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Float in the Forest - Lydney, Gloucestershire

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What is floatation? Imagine relaxing in a giant bathtub that you can sleep in with peace of mind. Firstly, the water is only approximately 25cm deep. Secondly, it is saturated with Epsom salt, and heated to skin temperature. This is where the magic begins. Your body floats like a cork, a bit like in the Dead Sea. You are so buoyant that you can totally relax all your muscles, and let go of tensions. You will float naturally and effortlessly, and the support of the water around your body gives a sense of weightlessness. All the work the mind and body usually has to do just to resist gravity becomes unnecessary, and you are able to let go and relax into a blissful state.

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Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Thursday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Friday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

Sunday: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm

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9.9 miles away

Brock Moorhead - Alpaca Walking

An activities & days out.

We offer your group an exclusive alpaca walk which is a great way to learn about these interesting animals from South America. After meeting the animals your group will walk with them for about 45 mins when there is plenty of opportunity to interact and learn more of their personalities, Walks finish with a chance to hand feed your new friends, meet our other interesting animals and find out a little about their fibre and what we do with it. We can accommodate groups of between 2 and 5 people.

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Indoor Climbing - Herefordshire

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Hereford's Biggest indoor roped and bouldering centre. With over 200 top-rope and lead climbing routes, there's something for everyone! Our grades range from 3 to 80, so whatever grade you climb at, we have some fun routes for you to get your hands on! Over 60 boulder problems regularly set by some of the most well known route setters in the country.

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Sunday: Open 24 hours

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14.8 miles away

Abergavenny - Monmouthshire

A towns & villages.

Discover locally-produced food, great places to stay and fantastic scenery – the beautiful Black Mountains are the backdrop to Abergavenny in the south east corner of the Brecon Beacons National Park. The town is a great base for walking, cycling and just enjoying the great outdoors. With its annual Abergavenny Food Festival, the town is also mecca for foodies – and there are plenty of gorgeous gastro pubs, ancient inns and restaurants to try in the surrounding countryside too. The town has regular markets where you can buy quality produce grown locally too. Abergavenny has history and heritage in spades – come and explore our castles, medieval mansions, Roman remains and standing stones. We've got the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal on our doorstep and the Blaenavon World Heritage and Big Pit mine are just up the road.

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Monmouth Gin Company - Monmouthshire

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he origins of Monmouth Gin come from a birthday present gin tasting evening. The tasting experience changed our view of gin to a more interesting drink than previously thought. Our appetite was further whetted by a make your own gin kit given as a present the following Christmas Eventually, we came up with what we thought was a passable recipe and we discussed what we should do next. We conducted some research and found a gin company to collaborate with so that we could learn more and even lead us to create our own gin to share with the world. After initial meetings with the Gower Gin Company they agreed to help fill in the blanks in our knowledge of the process and bureaucracy associated with the expansion of our idea into what would become the Monmouth Gin Company. Initially we rented a space on the Treowen Estate near Monmouth before moving to a unit at the business park in the town where the gin continues to be produced and bottled, ready for delivery. Tasting experience of three gins with a gin and tonic of your choice. Learn about the history of gin and how our gin is made. Available to book daily Monday - Saturday 9am - 11am and 1pm - 5pm. These can be booked online, or if you prefer, please call us on 01234 567 890

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Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Wednesday: 10:00 am – 4:30 pm

Thursday: 10:00 am – 4:30 pm

Friday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

Sunday: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

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5.6 miles away

Little Pandas Play Cafe - Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

An activities & days out.

A play space where grownups can relax and have a coffee whilst their little ones interact with each other and explore. Rolyplay Areas in Construction, House, Farm & Market. There is also a Sensory Room & Soft Play.

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Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

Wednesday: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

Thursday: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

Friday: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

Saturday: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm

Sunday: Closed

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The Saracens Head - Symonds Yat East, Herefordshire

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Eat, Drink & Wind-down. The Saracens Head, situated 2 minutes walk from Wye Rapids House, is a great place to eat & drink in the beautiful surroundings of the Wye Valley. All served in a relaxed, friendly environment.

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Monday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm

Tuesday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm

Wednesday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm

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Sunday: 11:00 am – 11:00 pm

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The Royal Lodge - Symonds Yat East, Herefordshire

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With its large restaurant the Royal Lodge (situated 2 minutes walk from Wye Rapids) can comfotably accommodate your entire group for a wonderful sit down meal together.

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Monday: 7:30 am – 10:30 pm

Tuesday: 7:30 am – 10:30 pm

Wednesday: 7:30 am – 10:30 pm

Thursday: 7:30 am – 10:30 pm

Friday: 7:30 am – 10:30 pm

Saturday: 7:30 am – 10:30 pm

Sunday: 7:30 am – 10:30 pm

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Country Made Catering, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

A pub.

Looking for a caterer to make your event or retreat extra special? Look no further! My name is Caroline and I run Country Made. I provide coverage in Herefordshire, Monmouthshire, parts of Gloucestershire, and beyond by request. In fact, I've cooked for events and retreats as far away as Devon, Suffolk, and Sussex. So I have always been interested in cooking and was lucky enough to do a Cordon Bleu cookery course at the London school when I was 17. I was always a good cook and friends would ask me to cook for their celebrations. This developed into working as a school cook at my son's school for 5 years. Working there gave me the confidence to cook delicious nutritious food for larger numbers. When my youngest son left I had built up a good base of catering functions for parents of the school and I decided to start Country Made Catering. Over the 7 years I have been running my business I have had the privilege of being part of many wonderful happy events as well as sadder occasions, which have been equally fulfilling. I have a great team I can call on when I need help and together we have catered and served at events from a dinner party for 10 to weddings for over a 100. , if you're looking for delicious food and exceptional service, I'm your caterer!

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Monday: Open 24 hours

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Sunday: Open 24 hours

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The Rumbling Tum, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire

A pub.

Gale and her team have been catering in and around Ross on Wye for 25 years. Talented and super friendly with menus to suit every occasion. 01989 567660

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Monday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Sunday: Closed

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Your Plate or Mine - Herefordshire

A farm shop.

Relax in the comfort of your own home whilst experiencing your own personal chef. Our in-house dining experience is the perfect way to add a luxurious and friendly touch to any special occasion, enjoying a delicious array of freshly prepared, locally sourced dishes. Whether you are celebrating a Birthday, Hen Party, Engagement, House-Warming, Wedding Anniversary, we promise fantastic service without any stress. Perfect for a cosy night in entertaining friends and family. We take care of the menu ideas, purchasing the food, preparation, cooking, serving and clearing away, leaving you to enjoy the company of your guests and the delicious food.

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Fresh Food Events, Caldicot, Monmouthshire

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We're bespoke caterers. No Packages, No Rules. You're in charge. We listen. Simply tell us what you want. Years of Experience guarantee your Event. We promise you Great Food with Great Service.

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Monday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

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Friday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Saturday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm

Sunday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

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A to Zest, Hereford Herefordshire

A farm shop.

Lead chefs, Billy and Gabor combine Michelin-starred flair with vast event catering experience. Our event leaders and Front of House teams pay great attention to detail to deliver happy occasions with enthusiasm and a sense of fun. In short you will find something pleasingly different at every stage of your event from first contact to conclusion.

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Monday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

Tuesday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

Wednesday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

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Friday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm

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Two Simmering Pans - Newport, Monmouthshire

A pub.

In 2014, an Event Manager and a Head Chef met doing what they love and the logical step was to form Two Simmering Pans in order to combine our expertise. Styling events &; designing menus in our own unique way and delivering quality dining experiences is our passion. Today the TSP team & event management, wedding catering services and private chef hire in South Wales, the Cotswolds, Bristol and across the South West.

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Monday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Infamous Catering, Cinderford, Forest of Dean

A bar.

We are a boutique catering company based in the beautiful Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. Our Head Chef – and the driving force behind the company – is Ian 'Barney' Barnes. Barney is an obsessive foodie who is now 'infamous' for making even the strongest-willed diner come back for seconds. He has travelled to over 40 countries in his pursuit of the world's most #unforgettableflavours. But at the same time he is also passionate about using ingredients that are British, in season, and where possible locally sourced. The result is incredible fusion food that sits in perfect harmony with the Gloucestershire seasons. If you're looking for exciting catering in the Forest of Dean area, you've come to the right place!

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Monday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

Tuesday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

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Friday: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm

Sunday: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

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Wye Valley & Forest of Dean

Wye Rapids House, Symonds Yat

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Symonds Yat, Herefordshire 51.84 N · 2.63 W

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The house puts the whole valley on the doorstep: walks and water in the morning, pubs a short stroll away at dusk, and one long table to come back to.

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Symonds Yat, the heart of the Wye Valley

So easy to reach, so hard to leave

No car required

The river ferry and circular walks

Up to Symonds Yat Rock

Canoes and paddleboards

Biblins rope bridge

Pubs on the doorstep

The Wye, by canoe

Days out

Symonds Yat Bike Hire - Herefordshire

Mary Rose Young's Pottery Gallery - Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire

Bigsweir Fishery - Lower Wye, Monmouthshire

Float in the Forest - Lydney, Gloucestershire

Brock Moorhead - Alpaca Walking

Indoor Climbing - Herefordshire

Abergavenny - Monmouthshire

Monmouth Gin Company - Monmouthshire

Little Pandas Play Cafe - Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

Eating and drinking nearby

The Saracens Head - Symonds Yat East, Herefordshire

The Royal Lodge - Symonds Yat East, Herefordshire

Country Made Catering, Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

The Rumbling Tum, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire

Your Plate or Mine - Herefordshire

Fresh Food Events, Caldicot, Monmouthshire

A to Zest, Hereford Herefordshire

Two Simmering Pans - Newport, Monmouthshire

Infamous Catering, Cinderford, Forest of Dean

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