Oak Cottage Monmouth

A detached country cottage at Steppes Farm near Monmouth

Oak Cottage is a welcoming detached holiday cottage at Steppes Farm, set in peaceful countryside at Rockfield just outside Monmouth. Sleeping up to six, it is part of a small collection of characterful self-catering cottages spread across four acres of landscaped gardens — a relaxing, rural base for a family exploring the Wye Valley and the Welsh borders.

The cottage

Oak Cottage has three bedrooms sleeping up to six, with comfortable, stylish living space and the character you would expect of a converted farm setting — rustic pine and antique touches, and a log burner for relaxed evenings (logs are available to buy on site). The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering, there is a Freeview TV with a DVD player, and a washing machine for longer stays. Outside, guests enjoy the gardens and outdoor seating, a terrace and barbecue facilities, with lovely mountain views over the surrounding countryside.

Setting and practicalities

The cottage sits within Steppes Farm’s four acres of landscaped grounds, a genuinely peaceful spot yet only a short drive from Monmouth. Free WiFi (rated highly by guests) and free on-site parking are provided, and central heating is included; electricity is on a coin meter, costing only a few pounds a day. It makes an unhurried, good-value base from which to enjoy one of the loveliest river landscapes in Britain.

At a glance

• Detached cottage sleeping up to 6 across 3 bedrooms
• Part of Steppes Farm — cottages set in 4 acres of gardens
• Log burner, fully equipped kitchen, Freeview TV/DVD, washing machine
• Garden, terrace and barbecue with mountain views
• Free WiFi and free on-site parking; central heating included
• Peaceful rural setting at Rockfield, near Monmouth

Monmouth and the Wye Valley

Rockfield sits just north-west of Monmouth, the handsome market town that was the birthplace of Henry V and is famous for its fortified 13th-century Monnow Bridge — the only one of its kind still standing in Britain. Monmouth is the gateway to the Wye Valley, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty where the river winds between wooded hills past castles and abbeys. For more places to stay in the area, see our guide to accommodation in Monmouth.

Days out from the cottage

The Wye Valley is made for unhurried days. The romantic riverside ruins of Tintern Abbey, the spectacular viewpoint at Symonds Yat Rock and gentle canoeing trips on the River Wye are all within easy reach, as is the Forest of Dean just across the border for cycling and family days out. Walkers can pick up the Wye Valley Walk or Offa’s Dyke Path, and Monmouth itself rewards an afternoon’s wander with its independent shops, the Shire Hall and the Nelson Museum. The market towns of Abergavenny and Ross-on-Wye and the eastern Brecon Beacons are all a comfortable drive away.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does Oak Cottage sleep? Up to six guests across three bedrooms.

Where is it? At Steppes Farm, Rockfield, in peaceful countryside just outside Monmouth.

Is there a log burner? Yes, with logs available to buy on site.

Is there parking and WiFi? Yes — free on-site parking and free WiFi.

What’s nearby? Monmouth, Tintern Abbey, Symonds Yat and the River Wye.

Who it suits

Oak Cottage suits families and couples who want a peaceful, characterful base with the run of attractive gardens, close enough to Monmouth for shopping and eating out but far enough for genuine countryside calm. The log burner makes it welcoming in the cooler months, the gardens and barbecue come into their own in summer, and being part of the small Steppes Farm group means there are often other families about without ever feeling crowded. It is a comfortable, good-value home from which to explore one of Britain’s most beautiful river valleys.

Book your Wye Valley break

For a welcoming detached cottage in peaceful countryside near Monmouth, check availability and reserve your stay at Oak Cottage using the booking options on this page.