The Old School Cottage

The Old School is a beautifully converted Victorian schoolhouse near Penallt and Monmouth, in the heart of the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With three stylish en-suite bedrooms, a wood-burning stove, a large enclosed garden and a warm welcome for dogs, this characterful holiday home sleeps six and makes a lovely base for exploring one of Britain’s most beautiful river landscapes.

A characterful converted schoolhouse in the Wye Valley

Full of period character but thoroughly comfortable, The Old School blends original features with stylish modern touches. A wood-burning stove makes the main living room welcoming on cooler evenings, and there is a second, snug living room too, plus a fully equipped kitchen and a utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer. Free WiFi runs throughout, and a welcome pack helps you settle straight in.

Bedrooms and garden

There are three bedrooms, all with en-suite shower facilities, sleeping up to six. The ground-floor bedroom has its own en-suite and patio doors opening to the garden — handy for anyone who prefers to avoid stairs — with two further zip-and-link twin rooms upstairs. Outside, a large enclosed lawned garden with a patio, furniture and a barbecue has a dog-safe perimeter, and there is private parking for up to four cars and a bike store.

At a glance

• Sleeps 6 across 3 en-suite bedrooms (one on the ground floor)
• Converted Victorian schoolhouse with wood burner and a snug
• Large enclosed garden with a dog-safe perimeter and BBQ
• Free WiFi, parking for four cars and a bike store
• Near Penallt and Monmouth, in the Wye Valley

Where it is

The cottage sits in peaceful countryside near Penallt, set high above the River Wye close to the historic town of Monmouth, with the wooded Wye Valley all around. It is a tranquil, green setting with lovely walks right on the doorstep. You can browse more places to stay across the area on our Wye Valley accommodation page.

Things to do nearby

This is wonderful walking country in one of Britain’s most scenic valleys. The historic market town of Monmouth, with its unique fortified bridge and Nelson connections, is a short drive away. The romantic riverside ruins of Tintern Abbey lie further down the valley, with the famous viewpoint at Symonds Yat looking over a great loop of the Wye nearby. The ancient woodland of the Forest of Dean, the magical Puzzlewood and St Briavels Castle are all within easy reach, with canoeing on the Wye for the more adventurous.

Who it suits

With its en-suite bedrooms, ground-floor option and dog-safe garden, The Old School suits families, groups of friends and dog owners wanting a characterful, comfortable base in the Wye Valley. Walkers and nature lovers in particular will enjoy the peaceful setting and the trails, viewpoints and woodland all around.

Good to know

The ground-floor en-suite bedroom and the dog-safe garden make this an easy, flexible choice for families and for guests travelling with a dog. Initial logs for the wood burner are provided, with more available to buy, and the welcome pack is a thoughtful touch on arrival. Monmouth is close by for shops, supplies and places to eat, and the valley is just as lovely in autumn and winter as in summer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does it sleep? Up to six guests across three en-suite bedrooms.

Is there a ground-floor bedroom? Yes, with an en-suite and patio doors to the garden.

Are dogs welcome? Yes, and the garden has a dog-safe perimeter.

Where is it? Near Penallt, above the Wye close to Monmouth, in the Wye Valley.

What is nearby? Monmouth, Tintern Abbey, Symonds Yat and the Forest of Dean.

The Old School is a characterful, dog-friendly choice for a Wye Valley break. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.