Luxury self-catering accommodation in Hay-on-Wye
With a widespread reputation far exceeding its rather little size, Hay-On-Wye straddles the English-Welsh border with charming, winding streets and a wealth of second-hand books shops.
Hay-on-Wye is an idyllic market town famed for its books and the annual Hay Festival, bringing authors, writers and artists along with guest speakers to town every year. When exploring this quaint town outside of the festival however, and you will find England's literati, thumbing ancient paperbacks. The town has a wealth of bookstores tucked down alleys and hidden in cinemas, with every genre imaginable. Fans of crime fiction can find clues in Murder and Mayhem, while The Poetry Bookshop which is the only shop in the UK solely for poetry has shelves of verses to enjoy.
Hereford, a major market town just to the east, has been at the commercial centre of the county's farming communities for years has a bustling market feel. For historians and botanists, the majestic cathedral and adjoining gardens provide a choice of tours. With the stunning Brecon Beacons on Hay's doorstep, you'll soon be putting your book down and heading off for rural adventures. Scale a route up stunning Pen y Fan if you've a head for heights and be rewarded with unbeatable, sweeping views from the highest point in southern Britain.
Alchemy Hill
Blending seamlessly with the dramatic scenery of the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains, Alchemy Hill is a peaceful and stylish retreat set in the rolling hills of Hay on Wye.
Sleeps: Up to 8 guests
From: £2,295 per week, £1,850 per short break
Alternative Group Option: Up to 4 guests
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome
Features: Outdoor wood-fired eco hot tub, outdoor kitchen
