Baskerville Hall Hotel

A Grand Country House Hotel in 130 Acres near Hay-on-Wye

Baskerville Hall Hotel is an imposing country house hotel set in 130 acres of its own grounds at Clyro Court, just over a mile from the world-famous book town of Hay-on-Wye. Approached along a sweeping, tree-lined drive and overlooking the Wye Valley on the edge of the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains, it makes a characterful and great-value base for exploring this beautiful corner of the Welsh Marches. With 28 en-suite bedrooms, an indoor swimming pool and sauna, a restaurant and a resident’s bar, there is plenty to enjoy without ever leaving the estate.

The House and Its Story

The hall was built by the Baskerville family, and therein lies its most famous claim: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was a friend of the family and a guest here, and the Baskerville name is said to have inspired his classic novel — with the story moved to Dartmoor, so the tale goes, to spare the family a flood of curious visitors. Today the house retains its grand proportions and period character, from the elegant reception hall and sweeping staircase to the handsome function rooms, while offering comfortable, welcoming accommodation for holidaymakers, walkers and wedding guests alike.

Rooms for Every Budget

There are 28 en-suite bedrooms in total, ranging from spacious executive rooms to comfortable standard and budget rooms, each individually decorated and equipped with tea and coffee making facilities. Several are grand four-poster rooms in the main house, while family and twin rooms make the hotel a practical choice for groups and gatherings. For larger parties and those on a tighter budget, there is also dormitory accommodation and camping in the grounds — handy during the Hay Festival, when rooms across the area are in high demand.

Pool, Restaurant and Grounds

A real bonus is the indoor heated swimming pool and sauna — a lovely place to unwind after a day in the hills. The hotel has its own restaurant and a resident’s bar, so you can enjoy dinner and a drink without heading out, and there is free Wi-Fi in the reception area and ample free parking. The 130-acre estate is yours to explore, with far-reaching views over the Wye Valley and countless walks from the door, and the hotel is a popular venue for weddings, conferences and corporate breaks.

At a Glance

• Grand country house hotel in 130 acres near Hay-on-Wye
• 28 individually decorated en-suite bedrooms, including four-poster rooms
• Executive, standard and budget rooms, plus dormitory accommodation and camping
• Indoor heated swimming pool and sauna
• Restaurant and resident’s bar
• Free Wi-Fi in reception and ample free parking
• Popular for weddings, conferences and corporate breaks
• Just over a mile from Hay-on-Wye and its festival

Exploring Hay-on-Wye and the Wye Valley

The location is superb for a Welsh Marches holiday. Hay-on-Wye, famous the world over for its second-hand bookshops and its Festival of Literature and Arts each spring, is barely a mile away, nestled beside the River Wye. On the doorstep there is wonderful walking country, from the Black Mountains and the wider Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) to gentle riverside paths, with pony trekking, gorge walking and canoeing on the Wye all close by. The cathedral city of Hereford and the market town of Brecon are both easy drives.

Good to Know

Baskerville Hall Hotel sits at Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye, and a car is the easiest way to reach it and to explore the surrounding countryside. With its pool, restaurant and vast grounds it is well suited to families, walking groups and celebrations. For more places to stay in the area, see our full guide to Hay-on-Wye accommodation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Baskerville Hall Hotel? At Clyro Court, Clyro, near Hay-on-Wye, Powys — set in 130 acres just over a mile from Hay-on-Wye.

Is there a swimming pool? Yes — an indoor heated swimming pool and a sauna for guests.

What kinds of rooms are there? 28 en-suite bedrooms from executive to standard and budget, including four-poster rooms, plus dormitory accommodation and camping in the grounds.

Is it a good base for the Hay Festival? Very much so — it is only about a mile from Hay-on-Wye, with a range of room types and even camping for busy festival dates.

Is it really the Hound of the Baskervilles house? The hall was home to the Baskerville family, whom Sir Arthur Conan Doyle knew, and the name is said to have inspired his famous novel — relocated to Dartmoor in the story.

Book Your Hay-on-Wye Country House Break

For a grand, great-value country house hotel with an indoor pool, a restaurant and 130 acres of grounds a mile from book-town Hay-on-Wye, Baskerville Hall Hotel is a memorable Wye Valley base for a holiday, a walking break or a special celebration. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.