Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye, United Kingdom.
Telephone: Mrs S. Williams, Hay-on-Wye (01497) 820805
Old Vicarage Cottage
".... well worth the visit"
'What a lovely welcome! Fresh roses on the window ledge; logs ready to be lit - a teatray and biscuits already laid - a lovely bottle of wine - what a great introduction to 'Old Vicarage Cottage! We've had a lovely relaxing week and we go home refreshed. Well worth the visit. We shall return! Soon!!!'
Mr and Mrs Hayward, Solihull.

Old Vicarage Cottage is a 17th Century Cottage set in mature gardens, overlooking the church and the hill beyond. The cottage is regularly inspected by the Welsh Tourist Board, and again has been awarded grade 4, so you can have peace of mind knowing that the Cottage has been independently inspected and is a quality cottage which complies fully with all current legislation effecting self-catering accommodation. e.g. fire safety of furniture and furnishings, safety of electrical equipment.
Sleeps 4/5plus cot,2 bedrooms. Well equiped fitted kitchen with an electric cooker, microwave oven, fridge/freezer, coffee maker etc.Comfortably furnished large lounge /dining room with dining table and chairs,digital colour television, video, stereo,lounge suite, and open fire.The lounge
overlooks the garden with views towards Clyro church and clyro hill beyond.
There are well stocked bookshelves throughout the cottage.
Upstairs there are two bedrooms: the main bedroom, with a double and single bed, has views of Clyro Hill and the Black Mountains at the rear. The second bedroom has twin pine beds. Both rooms have attractive fireplaces, as does the bathroom, which also contains bath, shower, toilet and handbasin. There is an additional full sized comfortable single folding bed if required. The cottage is heated throughout. Duvets, linen etc. supplied. Towels for overseas visitors only. Comprehensive range of baby equipment available e.g. stairgate, highchair, plug covers, video guard, fireguard, cot.
The mature, quiet garden is visited frequently by hedgehogs and a large variety of birds. Ample off road parking for up to four cars with a garage if required for bicycles or car. Pets by arrangement.
Set in the heart of this historic conservation area, the cottage offers warm and spacious accommodation. With views over the garden towards the church and the hill beyond, the cottage provides an ideal base for a peaceful break. The cottage has historic links with the famous Victorian Diarist, Rev. Francis Kilvert. The cottage is delightfully situated in a quiet location yet convenient for local amenities. The cottage is an ideal base for booklovers and walkers alike with easy access to the Black Mountains, the Begwyn Hills, Brecon Breacons and Offas Dyke. A wide range of outdoor activities can be enjoyed locally; canoeing, mountain biking, trekking, gorge walking, and golfing can all be organised in Hay-on-Wye.
'Reluctantly leaving after a wonderful holiday visiting Francis Kilvert's churches and the many houses he knew. Marvellous at the end of the day, to return to such comfortable, spotless and well equipped accommodation with many thoughtful touches and excellent reading matter! Delightful, welcoming owners made all the difference - looking forward to returning.'
J & S Edwards, Exeter.

The cottage is available to rent all year. Normally Saturday to Saturday let. Short breaks possible by arrangement.
Prices from £165/week.

For details of availability please ring Mrs S.Williams on Hay-on-Wye (01497) 820805.
Hay-on-Wye
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Last updated: 13th January 2002