Bridge Cottage

A Riverside Stone Cottage in the Wye Valley near Monmouth

Bridge Cottage is a characterful detached stone cottage on the banks of the River Wye, deep in the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Monmouth. Dating from the early 19th century, sleeping up to four across two bedrooms and dog-friendly, it sits in a wonderfully peaceful riverside spot with a village pub right next door and country walks straight from the doorstep. For couples, walkers and small families looking for a proper get-away-from-it-all base in beautiful border country, it makes a lovely retreat.

Characterful, Comfortable Living

Inside, the cottage is full of character, with flagstone floors and a warm, homely feel. The open-plan living and dining room has comfortable leather sofas, a Smart TV and two woodburners — a real treat on cooler evenings — with a separate area for relaxed meals around the table. The kitchen is well equipped with a breakfast bar, an electric range cooker, a microwave, a fridge/freezer, a dishwasher and a washing machine. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi are all included.

Two Comfortable Bedrooms

Upstairs, reached by a characterful painted staircase, there are two bedrooms: a double room with space and a folding Z-bed for added flexibility, and a second bedroom with twin beds. The bathroom has a bath, a separate cubicle shower and a toilet. The rooms are bright and freshly decorated, with leafy views over the surrounding trees.

Garden, Decking and Setting

Outside, a small, naturalistic garden leads up to a raised timber decking area with table and chairs — a lovely, secluded spot to sit out among the trees with a glass of something. There is on-road parking close by, and the cottage is no-smoking throughout; dogs are welcome. Please note this is a riverside cottage in a natural setting and is not suitable for children under five: the garden has streams, a small waterfall and a vertical rock face, the river is unfenced and around ten yards away, and the water supply is from a natural spring. Older children and adults will love the wild, riverside feel.

At a Glance

• Detached 19th-century stone cottage sleeping 4 across 2 bedrooms
• On the banks of the River Wye, in the Wye Valley AONB
• Two woodburners, Smart TV and a well-equipped kitchen
• Raised decking sitting-out area in a naturalistic garden
• Dog-friendly; Wi-Fi included; no-smoking throughout
• Village pub next door and a shop around 300 yards away
• Not suitable for children under 5 (riverside setting)

Penallt, Monmouth and the Wye Valley

Bridge Cottage is beautifully placed for the Wye Valley and the Welsh Marches. There is a pub right next door and a shop a few minutes’ walk away, while the handsome market town of Monmouth, with its famous fortified Monnow Bridge, shops and restaurants, is a short drive. The romantic ruins of Tintern Abbey, the viewpoint at Symonds Yat and the historic town of Chepstow are all within easy reach, with riverside and woodland walks in every direction.

Exploring Further Afield

There is plenty more to discover. The River Wye is a favourite for canoeing and kayaking, the Offa’s Dyke Path and the Wye Valley Walk pass close by, and the Forest of Dean offers family days out across the border. The foodie town of Abergavenny, the market town of Ross-on-Wye and the wider Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) all make memorable day trips.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does it sleep? Up to four guests across two bedrooms, with a bathroom that has both a bath and a separate shower.

Are dogs welcome? Yes — dogs are welcome. The cottage is no-smoking throughout.

Is it suitable for young children? It is not suitable for children under five, as it is a riverside cottage with streams, a small waterfall, a rock face in the garden and an unfenced river nearby.

Is there Wi-Fi? Yes — Wi-Fi is included, along with oil central heating, bed linen and towels.

Is there parking? Yes — on-road parking close to the cottage.

Where is it? At Penallt, near Monmouth, on the banks of the River Wye in the Wye Valley.

Book Your Wye Valley Break

For a characterful, dog-friendly riverside cottage with two woodburners and a secluded decking garden in the heart of the Wye Valley near Monmouth, Bridge Cottage is a lovely base for walking, canoeing and exploring the border country. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.