Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi

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A stone cottage with a white door, windows with lattice designs, and a sign reading "CHANCERY COTTAGE."
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a flat-screen TV, a red patterned rug, a black leather sofa, and a door leading outside.
A stone wall, a wooden bench, a metal table, and a potted plant.
A cozy living room with a stone wall, wooden beams, a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a television. There is a staircase leading to another level.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Onsite parking available
    Convenient and secure on-site parking, a rare amenity in the area.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Brecon Beacons National Park

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Free internet
  • Off-street parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Hay-on-Wye, Wales
  • Place, Brecon Beacons National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hay Castle
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, River Wye
    ‪3 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Hereford

Located in Hereford, this cottage is in a rural area. Summerhill Golf Club and Rhosgoch Golf & Leisure Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Hergest Croft Gardens and Small Breeds Farm Park and Owl Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Map
Hay-on-Wye, Wales

What's nearby

  • Brecon Beacons National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hay Castle - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Lion Street Gallery - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • River Wye - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Warren - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Hereford Station - 27 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Antur Brew Co - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Treehouse Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Old Barn Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shepherds - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Granary - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pretty cottage, perfect readers' retreat in centre of Hay, parking & fast wifi located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is steps away from Hay-on-Wye Library, Richard Booth's Bookshop and The Lion Street Gallery. The Old House and Hey Butter Market are just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A fantastic, authentic little cottage right in the heart of Hay on Wye. With two teenage daughters and a dog, it was a perfect base for us to pop in and out of the town all day (and evening) with no hassle. Charming and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 31 Oct 2026
Thank you so much and look forward to welcoming you all again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed staying on Chancery Lane. The location was perfect to explore the town without using the car. Sue was a very gracious host. All of our needs were met and then some.
Stayed 24 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Ideally located with parking as a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2025
Thank you for the review and look forward to welcoming you again in the near future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location and everything you would want. Well equipped kitchen and well decorated. Overall excellent!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a lovely cottage on a quiet street in one of our favorite towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
Sue was a really lovely host and the cottage was comfortable and well equipped. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
Thank you, so pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you both again. Perfect guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Incredible accommodations and host was super helpful!! We had a wonderful stay ! Highly recommend this cottage. Thank you !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage

Excellent location, best appointed cottage we've stayed in, it has everything you would need. Great instructions,clear and comprehensive. Comfortable and cosy. Great place to explore Hay-on-Wye.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Thank you for your fabulous review and so pleased you had everything you needed for your home away from home. Look forward to welcoming you again when you next visit Wales.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Cottage in Hay on Wye

Chancery Cottage was the perfect place to stay in Hay on Wye for our family (2 adults and an infant). The property was clean, well-appointed, centrally located, and cozy. The designated parking spot was much appreciated and the Wi-Fi was fantastic. Everything about the cottage made our vacation as easy and relaxing as possible!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break in Hay on Wye

This property is centrally located. It is well decorated and very clean with all mod cons. It has its own parking space and an outdoor area. The perfect place to browse book shops from!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Autumn Retreat Break

A lovely 3 night Stay in Hay on Wye. The cottage is stunning and so well located for browsing the shops, the sights and the castle and perfect to pop back and forth if needed. Very central but also very peaceful. Communication from Sue was amazing and she was really accommodating and generous throughout our stay. I would book here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage in Hay-on-Wye

We loved our stay at Chancery Cottage. It was clean, central and perfectly equipped. Our only mixup was when our mobile ‘lost’ the entrance code and we had trouble contacting the owner due to poor reception. It was resolved satisfactorily and we had a fabulous visit to this gorgeous town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for your review and delighted you enjoyed your stay. Look forward to welcoming you both again when you are next in Wales.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hay on Wye Break

Amazing cottage in centre of Hay on Wye, cosy and comfortable with everything needed for a restful and enjoyable break away form the hustle and bustle of normal life. There was not enough time to explore the area to the full and we are already planning on returning next year for longer stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2025
Really pleased you both enjoyed your Easter stay at Chancery and thanks for your lovely comments. Look forward to welcoming you back next year for a longer stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy central comfortable

The property is comfortable. It’s so central even I could walk everywhere in town. The parking space is perfectly convenient. In summer the garden would be perfect for drinks and catching the sun. There were two of us and we were more than comfortable. 4 adults would need to be very good friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2022
Thank you for your warm welcoming comments and so pleased you enjoyed your stay. For a Welsh cottage is quite spacious yet as you say cosy and comfortable. Look forward to both staying again when you plan your next break to Hay-on-Wye.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay in Hay

My husband and our teenagers stayed there while visiting relatives in the area. My teenagers' exact words to describe the place were "cute and cozy". Check-in and check-out instructions were easy to understand which is always helpful. Special gratitude to the host who helped my little family solve some transportation issues to Hay due to some very bad weather. Sue was "above and beyond" helpful to them and we will always be grateful for her gracious assistance. Highly recommend this Vrbo.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy cottage in great location

There was very good communication with Sue, the owner, throughout the process. The cottage is exactly as described on the website. It is located in the heart of Hay-on-Wye, which has a fantastic selection of shops and eateries. The cottage was very comfortable for our party of three adults and a dog. It is well equipped and has the benefit of a small courtyard garden, which is a real sun trap. We particularly liked the fact that there were a number of walks from the cottage, so we didn't need to use our cars. We have already discussed returning to the cottage next year and would certainly recommend it to anyone visiting this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
As all say: It’s a very pretty cottage, perfect readers' or visitor’s retreat in centre of Hay, close to much and a valuable parking & fast wifi. I’ll go back if I can.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sue's cottage is charming, set right in the middle of Hay, fantastic location for exploring the book shops, visiting the gorgeous cafes and also walking down to the river to walk the dog. The kitchen is brilliantly equiped for cooking. The little garden is full of gorgeous flowers and a peaceful place to sit and eat outside. Sue is very helpful and quick to respond to requests. We loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2026
Thank you so ,much for your feedback and kind words. So pleased you all loved your stay and look forward to welcoming you again when you are next in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in a great town location but with easy walkable access to the countryside.

One of the best holiday cottages we have rented
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
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