Overview
Just on the edge of the Wye Valley, Wallhope Retreat is a break away from the real world. The cottage sits overlooking fields of cattle, to the River Severn and Old Severn Bridge, further beyond to see planes coming into Bristol airport and through to the Mendip Hills right in the distance. It is a private bolthole from where you can start your countryside adventures. This rural cottage is ideal for couples looking for a romantic weekend away, groups of friends who want to take full advantage of the surroundings or families with children who would love to stay on a farm.
Having been thoughtfully renovated, the love the owner’s have put into it is clear. The sitting/dining room is a welcoming and comfortable room to dine in or relax in front of the wood burning stove. Open the window and let the outdoors in to really enjoy this refreshing location. The well-equipped kitchen is to the rear of the cottage and has a breakfast bar for a quick morning meal. Upstairs you are reminded of where you are with wildlife themed décor and large windows, so you never miss out on the view.
Slipping into the hot tub in the front garden at the end of the day you will never want to leave. This is a dreamscape for anybody feeling the draw of an authentic country retreat. With Chepstow and it’s castle and racecourse less than 10-minutes’ drive, Lydney and Puzzlewood in the Forest of Dean 15 minutes and the Severn Bridge giving you access to Bristol and Bath you get the perfect combination of rural seclusion and exciting days out.
Ground Floor
Kitchen:
This country chic kitchen combines modern grey units and fresh white worktops with wooden stools and industrial style lighting. It is perfectly sized for four guests with an oven and hob, microwave, kettle, fridge/freezer and breakfast bar area. A door opens out to a rear patio where there is a bistro set giving you space to sit while waiting for dinner to finish cooking.
Cloakroom:
From the kitchen is a handy cloakroom with a WC and sink.
Sitting Room/Dining Room:
The high ceilings in this room and arched window looking out to the front garden and spectacular views beyond make it bright and spacious. The sitting area in front of the wood burning stove has a two-seater sofa, cuddle chair and an armchair, perfect for curling up after long walks in the country. The dining table sits under a statement light and is a lovely spot to serve evening meals together.
Utility:
The utility is hidden away by the dining area and is a very useful space for doing the laundry and it provides some extra storage space. You will find a washing machine and sink, and the ironing facilities are stored here.
First Floor
Bedroom One:
The master bedroom is airy and spacious with a king-size bed which faces a large window looking across to the Severn Bridge and the river. Waking up here and opening the blinds is a real treat as you are staying in the heart of beautiful farmland. The soft furnishings are inspired by the clover, fields of lush grass and surrounding flora that you can see in this area. A chest of drawers, bedside table and a dressing table furnish this room.
En-Suite:
The modern and monochrome en-suite to bedroom one gives this room some additional privacy if you are staying with friends. A walk-in shower, WC and sink in white with contrasting black details give this room a professional finish.
Bathroom:
Fantastic wallpaper makes the family bathroom an unexpected statement in this cottage. With elements of the farm reflected in the design you will see pheasants, crickets, bridges and lots of greenery. A freestanding bath sits in the centre of the room giving you a spa-like experience as you soak tired walking legs.
Bedroom Two:
This second bedroom has twin beds which can be a super king-size double on request. At the back of the house, this room has a view out onto the field behind the cottage. This room has also taken inspiration from the history of the farm, hares leap on the curtains and they used to be seen around the farm in the owner’s childhood. You have a chest of drawers and bedside tables along with an armchair to read a book before settling to sleep.
Outside
The garden serves as your own private viewpoint of the spectacular outlook from Wallhope Retreat. With a corner sofa and table, you will adore having your morning coffee here while the birds swoop above you, bees visit the lavender, and the tractors get to work in the fields. Sitting in the hot tub at the bottom of the garden you feel hidden away with only the sounds of country farm life to keep you company. There is a small lawned area, a gravel pathway and colourful hanging baskets and planted borders. You are given complete privacy to really soak in this rural retreat. To the rear is a small paved area with a bistro set. Off-road parking is provided for up to four cars. Bike storage is available by prior arrangement.
Facilities
Indoor
Bedroom One - King-size
Bedroom Two - Twin (can Be Super King-size On Request)
2 Bathrooms - Family Bathroom And En-suite Shower Room
Hairdryer
Fire - Logs Provided For An Initial Fire 01 Oct - 31 March. Additional Logs Can Be Purchased From The Owners (£5 Per Bag)
Oven
Hob
Microwave
Toaster
Kettle
Fridge
Freezer
Wine Fridge
Dishwasher
Dining Table - Seats 4
Washing Machine
Iron
WiFi *Please Note That Speeds Are For Guidance Only And Are Not Guaranteed - 200+ Mbps
TV - Smart
Travel Cot (cot Linen Not Provided)
Highchair
Outdoor
Dog Friendly - 1 Well-behaved Dog Welcome For An Additional Fee
Garden
Outdoor Dining Area
BBQ - Please Provide Your Own Charcoal
Hot Tub - Additional Fee Applies
Parking - Off-road Parking For 4 Cars
On your Doorstep
Cafes, pubs, and restaurants:
- The Rising Sun, Woodcroft – a community pub and local hub serving traditional pub grub which hosts a weekly quiz night (2 miles)
- The Wild Hare, Tintern – countryside inn in the picturesque village of Tintern (7 miles)
- The Cross Inn, Aylburton – woodburning stoves and wooden beams make this a cosy choice (7 miles)
- Una Vita, Chepstow – elegant Italian restaurant in the heart of the town (3.5 miles)
Walks: Wallhope Retreat is the ideal base for a walking holiday with Offa’s Dyke, the Gloucestershire Way and the Wye Valley Greenway all running through the farm. Using these you can easily reach Chepstow along the Gloucestershire Way, Tintern on the greenway, which is also perfect for cycling, or follow Offa’s Dyke along the River Wye north towards Monmouth. A walk up to the Jubilee Stone on the chase behind rewards you with possible sightings of pine martens amongst the woods. Wintour’s Leap provides spectacular opportunities for climbing and provides a viewpoint high above the River Wye.
Places to Visit:
- Chepstow Castle – a grand ruin along the cliffs edge of the River Wye (3 miles)
- Chepstow Racecourse – home of the Welsh Grand National (5 miles)
- Tintern Abbey – remains of a gothic abbey on the banks of the River Wye (7 miles)
Chepstow railway station (3 miles miles) has a frequent and direct service to Gloucester where you can change for services to London.
Taxi
Jay’s Taxi, K&M Taxis
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Points of Note
This property has a check-in time of 16:00 and a check-out time of 10:00
- 1 well-behaved dog is permitted at Wallhope Retreat for an additional fee. Please note the owner has two dogs, Dave and Missy. They do not have access to Wallhope Retreat but you may meet them along the farm road.
- There is an additional charge of £75 for use of the hot tub to be requested at time of booking. Please ensure all guests read and adhere to our Hot Tub Rules and Guidance.
- Wallhope Retreat is set on a working farm. At certain times of the year there is more activity than others such as in Spring when the cows will be calving and must be attended to whenever required.
- Bike storage is available at your own risk, please contact the owners to arrange this. E-bikes may not be stored in the property.
- CCTV records the farm access track for security, it does not cover the property.
- Please note, if you would like bedroom two arranged as a super-king, please clarify this on the booking form.
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Why we love this
- Light and bright cottage with two nature-inspired bedrooms, spacious living area, and a wood-burning stove.
- Relax in the hot tub while taking in panoramic views over the working dairy farm and surrounding countryside.
- Steps from Offa’s Dyke, the Gloucestershire Way, and Wye Valley trails for walking, cycling, and exploring.
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The Location
Less than four miles from the bustling market town of Chepstow, Wallhope Retreat is surrounded by spectacular farmland scenery and outdoor opportunities. Three popular walking trails pass through the farm making it easy to explore from your doorstep. Choose from the Wye Valley Greenway, the Gloucestershire Way and Offa’s Dyke, the historic boundary built between England and Wales. You can spend days out in the Forest of Dean, head into the Wye Valley, visit Lydney, Tintern Abbey and Chepstow Castle or travel further afield to Bristol and Bath, or Gloucester and Cheltenham.
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Read our reviews
What a beautiful house and location. Everything in the house is beautifully decorated and no expense has been spared. We had a wonderful couple of days break here. Walking and just relaxing. Highly recommended this place. And the host was super helpful and kind. Thank you so much.
Keiran
Beautiful stay at this peaceful location with an amazing view. The house was gorgeous and in great condition - absolutely ideal!
Ruth
Stunning Views

We stayed here for a weekend, group of 4 ladies.
The house was immaculate, beautifully laid out and dressed.
Perfect location for a nice relaxing weekend. The views are absolutely stunning.
Claire Horton
We stayed here for a weekend, group of 4 ladies. The house was immaculate, beautifully laid out and dressed. Perfect location for a nice relaxing weekend. The views are absolutely stunning.
Claire
Perfect getaway

Me and my friends had the best stay at Wallhope Retreat. The cottage is beautiful, clean and the owners were lovely. Highly recommend! Thank you so much.
Nicki Porter
Beautiful place to stay

This was a beautiful place to stay for a short break with friends. The hot-tub took a little while to get to the right temperature on the first day but was lovely to use once warm enough. The view was amazing and we loved having the cows right next to the cottage. It was lovely to be able to walk just around the corner and get fresh milk and ice-cream! The house itself was immaculately presented and had everything we needed. We couldnt walk far in this holiday due to a friend on crutches but I imagine the walks would have been excellent from the house. All in all a great place to stay.
Tamaris Roche
My friends and I had the best stay at Wallhope Retreat. The cottage is beautiful, clean and the owners were lovely. Highly recommend! Thank you so much.
Nicki
Thank you very much for our stay. was beautiful, really nice views, great hot tub and a really well kitted out house.
Sam
This was a beautiful place to stay for a short break with friends. The view was amazing and we loved having the cows right next to the cottage. It was lovely to be able to walk just around the corner and get fresh milk and ice-cream! The house itself was immaculately presented and had everything we needed. We couldn’t walk far in this holiday due to a friend on crutches but I imagine the walks would have been excellent from the house. All in all a great place to stay.
Tamaris
Wallhope Retreat is a spotless, family-friendly gem with stunning views and welcoming hosts

We had the most wonderful stay at Wallhope Retreat! The accommodation was spotless, stylish, and equipped with everything we needed as a family. The location is perfect, peaceful countryside views, yet just minutes from Chepstow and the Wye Valley. What really stood out were the thoughtful touches, especially the fresh local milk and ice cream, which were absolutely delicious and such a treat for us and the kids. The hosts were warm, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our stay memorable. A true hidden gem, well definitely be returning!
Syed Zafrul Hassan
Brilliant stay with friendly hosts. The children loved their afternoon trip to ice cream farm on site. Property immaculate with a well equipped kitchen. Good outside area including enclosed garden with stunning views, BBQ & hot tub.
Nia
We had the most wonderful stay at Wallhope Retreat! The accommodation was spotless, stylish, and equipped with everything we needed as a family. The location is perfect, peaceful countryside views, yet just minutes from Chepstow and the Wye Valley. What really stood out were the thoughtful touches, especially the fresh local milk and ice cream, which were absolutely delicious and such a treat for us and the kids. The hosts were warm, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our stay memorable. A true hidden gem, we’ll definitely be returning!
Syed
Gorgeous short stay

Wallhope Retreat was beautiful. The property is done to very high standards and the building itself is interestingly characterful and in a fabulous position. The hot tub and the view were the cream on the cake and we very much enjoyed relaxing in the garden on the comfortable outdoor furniture whilst enjoying the view towards the bridge. Lots of walks immediately from the property or a short drive away. Hosts were very welcoming whilst respecting your privacy and we were able to relax completely. Highly recommended.
Katie Nicholls
We loved the place and surroundings. We were there with 2 kids and they had a blast. We strongly recommend the jacuzzi with fantastic views.
Vladas
My friend and I had a very peaceful and restful stay at Wallhope Retreat. The cottage was very clean and fresh. We enjoyed watching the cows in the field from the hot tub (worth the extra payment). We would recommend a stay here, very relaxing, and beautiful surroundings.
Sarah
Beautiful short stay cottage

Perfect for a short stay away. Cosy cottage for four located on a working farm with fresh milk and homemade ice cream! Cows greet you in the morning and stunning views across the estuary. Very peaceful but great location to visit surrounding area including Tintern and Cardiff, Bristol and Bath also not too far away. Highly recommend.
Rachel Vignoli
Lovely cottage and location

Try the ice cream! Really lovely little getaway. Clean, modern, well kept cottage. Beautiful views and host really helpful.
Louise Nisbet
Perfect for a short stay away. Cosy cottage for four located on a working farm with fresh milk and homemade ice cream! Cows greet you in the morning and stunning views across the estuary. Very peaceful but great location to visit surrounding area including Tintern and Cardiff, Bristol and Bath also not too far away. Highly recommend.
Rachel
Just perfection

We couldn't have asked for more, wall to wall sunshine and peace, quiet and beautiful views - just our cup of tea! Plus the friendly helpfulness of Sarah and Paul - I, at aged 88, and my daughter just loved it. I've been to the Wye Valley several times and am convinced it has some of the loveliest scenery in the country.
Jill Baker
Perfect peaceful escape

Had the best stay at Wallhope Farm. The house is beautifully decorated with everything you need. Modern, clean with very comfortable beds. The view from the garden is beautiful and you really feel like you are away from everything in the countryside even though you are still close enough to everything you need. The hot tub in the garden is the perfect way to spend the evening and the farm shop down the driveway has delicious milk and home made ice cream. We didn't want to leave and would love to return one day.
Karina Slipper
Fabulous Stay

My partner and I had a wonderful 2 night stay at Wallhope Retreat last week. The property itself has been renovated to a very high standard, was immaculately clean and exceeded all of our expectations. The location is wonderful and the view from the garden is breathtaking. We are so happy that we found this place would not hesitate to book again.
Chris Waterfall
Excellent stay at wallhope Retreat

Had a fantastic week at Wallhope Retreat. Great location. Cottage was very clean, well equipped, warm and very spacious. Sarah was very welcoming and helpful. We will definitely be coming back in the future.
Richard Pheasant
Great weekend break

Spent a lovely couple of nights at Wallhope Retreat. House is really lovely and well furnished to a high standard. Would recommend
James Davies
Delightful and comfortable

Thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful, delightful and comfortable cottage. We loved it. Thank you for helping us sort out the TV!! Your fresh milk and gelato were first class. Such a treat to have it on tap so to speak!! The location is fabulous for exploring the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean and so many gorgeous pubs/restaurants too. We loved sitting up in bed with the window open with a view at night time of the lights along the Severn and the Bridge. Very atmospheric. Lovely to hear the owls and the cows. You've lovingly created a real gem.
David Hobbs
Beautiful house with beautiful views

A really beautiful house with the most stunning of views from both the house and the hot tub! Easy to find and as you walk through the gate to the front door your breath is taken away by the view across farmland and to the Bristol Channel and Seven bridge beyond. The house itself was immaculately presented, both stylish and comfortable, with many of the windows framing the view perfectly. The hot tub adds an additional bit of luxury. Lovely walks from the property but you will need a car if you to go out for something to eat. We did walk into Chepstow but decided the walk back was going to be too far and up hill all the way!
Clare Cartwright
Fantastic stay at Wallhope Retreat

We had a wonderful week in the very beautiful and very well converted part of the farmhouse, Wallhope Farm.
A cottage fully equipped both, inside and outside with a lovely lounge and jacuzzi. Where, due to the beautiful weather, we enjoyed every evening outside enjoying the view at the Severn, the farm's cows and the surrounding countryside.
Respect to Sarah and Paul, and how they work hard with passion and love for people and nature to keep their beautiful farm running. Delicious milk from its own cows and about their ice cream, incredibly delicious
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The location is also excellent in the Wye Valley and Forest of Dean, with the Brecon Beacons, Cardiff, Bath and the Cotswold nearby.
Our stay was far too short to visit all that.
This is a place we would definitely return to, but there is so much more beauty to see in England and Wales.....
Guest
You wont want to go home

This property is located on a working farm with views to die for. The ice cream and milkshakes produced and sold on the farm were a daily delight.
Hosted perfectly by Sarah and Paul who are there if you want them but let you get on with your stay unobtrusively.
The property is immaculate,comfortable and furnished to a high standard in all areas.
The hot tub is recommended as an extra to relax after a days sightseeing.
Surrounding area is full of hidden gems just waiting to be discovered.
We would highly recommend a stay anytime of the year.
Tim Jackie Dave.
Tim Farrall
Great Relaxing Bolthole

Really lovely few days away. The please was very clean and comfortable. The hot tub was excellent with fantastic views.
David Poulton
A Great Break Away

We were drawn to the property as it looked very inviting and it was appealing to stay on a farm for a long weekend. When we arrived, not only was the house as per the images online, it was even better, the views were amazing, seeing not only the farm and the cows and calves but we could see both the bridges over the River Severn too.
The property was very clean, well equipped, furnished and decorated to a high standard.
We chose to use the hot tub as well which was lovely, especially looking out over the farm and the River Severn from it.
The owners were very welcoming and the added bonus of fresh milk/milkshakes and gelato on tap was brilliant.
Staying over the weekend we also had the luxury of the Ice Cream Trailor being open for business so we could try out all the varieties of gelato that were on offer. The negative side to this is that we left with a dent in our funds as we had to bring back 5 tubs of ice cream and two bottles of milkshake home with us LOL. So glad I packed the cooler bag and ice packs!! Its been a week now and we are wishing we had brought home more!
Lots of local walks on the doorstep, local farm shops near by and great places to visit and eat.
Tip: if you are going to stay, make sure you do take a cooler bag and Ice Packs!
Elizabeth Ballard
Wallhope Retreat

Wallhope Retreat is a lovely property in beautiful surroundings close to several walking trails. Spotlessly clean and beautifully furnished. The ability to pop across the driveway for fresh milk and ice cream made it the perfect location. Hosts Sarah and Paul were helpful and friendly and made us feel extremely welcome.
Julie Holt
4 Ladies and a baby

Last year my sister had a little boy. My sister and I normally go away every year for a weeks holiday in the sun, along with my best friend. Not wanting to be away from her little one this year, we decided on a staycation over Easter. My mum also joined us with my little nephew.
We were not disappointed in our choice of accommodation. The cottage is beautifully appointed with stunning views. Every room is tastefully decorated with a homely feel. The kitchen is well equipped and having the hot tub was an added bonus, especially with the uninterrupted views over the fields and the river.
We had a wonderful stay, and the owners were very friendly and welcoming.
We loved the addition of the milkshake, milk and ice cream vending machines.
I would definitely recommend Wallhope Farm to anyone wanting a restful break, with rural views and plenty of places to go sightseeing and walking. The town of Chepstow has some good restaurants if you want to venture out, otherwise the cottage has everything you need for a self-catered holiday.
We will be back!
Bhamini Malviya
Fantastic cottage

A brilliant find! We received a friendly welcome from the owners and the cottage is in a wonderful setting with stunning views over the Severn. The cottage was immaculately clean and the quality of the furnishings was very high, including the best mattresses we have slept on. We would happily return. Thank you!
Guest
Just what the doctor ordered

My wife and our two daughters wanted to get a few days away after a very busy and hectic October.
We found Wallhope Retreat, it ticked all the boxes, looked stunning and it was available!
We booked around 10am and arrived the same day.
Once we arrived it was clear that not only did it live up to the website but in fact it exceeded it!
Beautifully furnished and decorated, exactly to our tastes.
Sarah was available but left us to ourselves, the perfect host.
We will be back, no doubt about it
Matt Hudson
Wallhope Retreat- New Year 2024

We stayed at Wallhope Retreat over New Year 2024 and had a brilliant time.
The farmhouse is excellent, furnished beautifully throughout, and the owners Sarah and Paul have clearly catered for all eventualities. The free-standing bath in particular was lovely!
We were looking for a relaxing family New Year break after the Xmas rush, and this was perfect for us.
The location is great, situated within the dairy farm, and the kids loved popping round to Moo HQ, 30 seconds from the front door, to top up with fresh milk and milkshakes! The views over the farm down to the River Severn are fantastic, especially from the comfort of the hot tub!
We also enjoyed lots of great walks direct from the house, with the Gloucestershire Way and Offas Dyke routes passing directly through the farm.
Sarah was always on hand too if we needed anything, and checking in on us during Storm Henk, making sure we had everything we needed.
We would absolutely recommend Wallhope Retreat to others.
Tom Johnson
Very Cozy and Comfortable

Super Cozy and relaxing to get away and enjoy yourselfs. Would recommend if youre looking to get away with your partner and let a load off.
Chakeel Whelan
Weekend Stay 1st December 2023

Could not fault Wallhope retreat, 4 of us met there for the weekend, very comfortable, clean and well appointed.
Rick Appleyard
High standards and great views

The standard of this place is amazing. The hot tub and the large bath upstairs are so nice.
The views across the fields to the river are stunning.
Can't recommend this place enough. Some great local walks that don't involve getting in the car as well.
Shaun Ritchie
An absolute gem

We loved our stay at Wallhope. We were greeted by a spectacular view which took in the countryside and the Prince of Wales bridge. The cottage is beautiful - lovingly furnished and very comfortable and cosy. The perfectly placed hot tub in the garden is a real x-factor.
Sarah and Paul were also fantastic hosts. We were even treated to a brilliant tour of the dairy farm which our little boy loved!
Alex Ryan
Absolutely insanely perfect

This is called a retreat and it really is. We arrived exhausted from work and left feeling completely revitalised.
We are two mamas and a toddler. The bedrooms are MASSIVE. The cot was perfect for our 2 year old (the sides were super high which put our minds at ease) and the high chair was really easy to use and wipe clean. We had fun giving her a bath each night. It was beautiful.
The moment we walked in we were hit with the most incredible fresh smell and greeted with homemade scones, fresh butter and local jam. We even sourced the hand soap and had it waiting for us when we got home!
The house is so bright due to the many incredible windows that look out to the fields.
The first words our daughter yelled each morning was moo moo cows! as she raced to find them from the many windows! I cant tell you how many times we played hide and seek including in the garden with her teddy bear. It was truly magical.
The hot tub was easily the best we have used. Easy to take the lid off and pop back on and the views were amazing. There were beautiful little lights in the garden which made it feel even more special.
Sarah was a lovely host and you could see she took pride in the Wallhope. She has staged the house perfectly.
We visited the surrounding towns which were lovely (the Forest of Dean had a fun walk for our daughter) but we didnt feel the need to leave much more as we were so relaxed there.
This really was the most perfect retreat!
samantha Marron-bonathan
Wonderful retreat

Sarah and Paul have made a wonderful little retreat on their diary farm.
They are both great hosts very hospitable, kind and helpful. The same goes for the dogs and cows .
Certainly take the farm tour with Paul he is an excellent story teller.
The whole place is very nicely build, spotless with a high standard finish. The kitchen is really outstanding equipped in regard to other places we have been to.
The beds are excellent.
Outside you have a great view over the fields and in the far the river. We enjoined the Hottub and the provided BBQ.
It was a perfect stay.
Wouter Curvers
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