The Garden House – The Trekkers

A Dog-Friendly Log Lodge near Monmouth in the Wye Valley

The Garden House is a characterful detached log lodge set in beautiful, leafy grounds at The Narth, near Monmouth, in the heart of the Wye Valley. Sleeping up to four and dog-friendly, this single-storey lodge sits in around three-quarters of an acre of natural grounds, with a large lawned garden, a summerhouse and country walks straight from the door — including a path down to the River Wye. With its own veranda and a relaxed, homely feel, it makes a lovely, peaceful base for a family or two couples exploring this glorious border country.

Comfortable, Single-Storey Living

Arranged all on one level, the lodge has a warm, welcoming feel, with painted timber walls and big windows framing the surrounding greenery. The living room has comfortable seating, a 21-inch Freeview TV and a single sofa bed, and opens onto a covered veranda overlooking the garden. The kitchen/dining room is well equipped with an electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, plus a dining table for relaxed family meals. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels are all included, and a welcome pack is provided on arrival.

Two Bedrooms, Plus a Sofa Bed

There are two bedrooms: a double (with a 4ft 6in bed) and a single, both freshly decorated with leafy garden views. A single sofa bed in the living room means the lodge sleeps up to four in total, making the layout well suited to a small family. The bathroom is a practical ground-floor wet room with a shower cubicle, basin and toilet.

Veranda, Gardens and Setting

Outside, the lodge has its own covered veranda and a patio with a sitting-out area and garden furniture — a lovely spot for morning coffee or an evening drink. Beyond it lies a large lawned garden with a summerhouse and a barbecue (shared with the one neighbouring lodge and the owner’s home), all set within around three-quarters of an acre of natural, unspoilt grounds. The summerhouse is a lovely place to sit and watch the sun go down. There is private parking for two cars, and the lodge is no-smoking throughout. Up to two dogs stay free.

At a Glance

• Detached single-storey log lodge sleeping up to 4
• Two bedrooms (one double, one single) plus a sofa bed
• Living room with a Freeview TV and a covered veranda
• Well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine
• Around ¾ acre of shared natural grounds with a summerhouse
• Private parking for 2 cars; up to 2 dogs stay free; no-smoking
• At The Narth, near Monmouth, in the Wye Valley

The Narth, Monmouth and the Wye Valley

The Garden House is beautifully placed for the Wye Valley and the Welsh Marches. From the grounds you can walk down towards the River Wye and on through the valley to the famous viewpoint at Symonds Yat. The handsome market town of Monmouth, with its castle, the Monmouth Regimental Museum, the historic Shire Hall and plenty of cafés and restaurants, is a short drive away. This is a genuinely peaceful, rural spot, so it is worth knowing that the nearest shop, pub and restaurant are around six miles away — bring a few supplies and settle in.

Exploring Further Afield

There is plenty more to discover. The romantic ruins of Tintern Abbey are about seven miles away and Goodrich Castle around six, while the Forest of Dean, roughly ten miles off, offers family days out at Clearwell Caves and Puzzlewood. The River Wye is a favourite for canoeing, and the Offa’s Dyke Path and Wye Valley Walk pass close by for keen walkers.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does it sleep? Up to four guests — a double room, a single room and a single sofa bed in the living room.

Are dogs welcome? Yes — up to two dogs stay free. The lodge is no-smoking throughout.

Is it all on one level? Yes — it is a single-storey lodge with a ground-floor wet room.

Is there parking? Yes — private parking for two cars.

Is it remote? It is wonderfully peaceful; the nearest shop, pub and restaurant are about six miles away, so it suits guests looking to get away from it all.

Where is it? At The Narth, near Monmouth, in the Wye Valley.

Book Your Wye Valley Lodge Break

For a characterful, dog-friendly log lodge with its own veranda and beautiful shared gardens near Monmouth, The Garden House is a lovely, peaceful base for a family or two couples exploring the Wye Valley. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.