The Old Bake House at Cwm Mill, Herefordshire - 1 Bedroom (Sleeps 2) Cottage in Herefordshire
A romantic country cottage for 2, tucked away by the river, with woodburning stove, Superking bed, excellent free Wifi and stunning private gardens. Perfect for a relaxing, restorative escape.
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Manager: Glynis and Gethin Haig
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Overview
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You'll find The Old Bake House tucked away below the Black Hill in stunnng rural Herefordshire, just a stone's throw from the Welsh border. It's the perfect escape for 2, a place where you can immerse yourselves in the tranquility and natural beauty of its peaceful setting. Wake up to the soothing sounds of birdsong and the river flowing nearby before exploring the Black Mountains and Bannau Brycheiniog National Park, or just curl up on the sofa with a favourite book in front of a cosy fire! The cottage is full of character with its vaulted ceiling, exposed oak beams and quirky features from its 200 year history. Spacious yet cosy, the interior fittings and furnishings have been carefully chosen to provide comfort and style. The Super King bedroom is comfortable, light and airy with two windows overlooking the pretty gardens. The bed can also be configured as two 3ft single beds if required - just let us know when you book. The main living area is full of character with plush rugs, soft furnishings and a comfy sofa with chaise longue. You'll find games and books inside the dresser and a dining table and chairs for 2 by the window. The large woodburning stove makes for cosy evenings in front of the 42 inch Smart TV so you can log onto your own Now TV, Netflix etc accounts. Wifi is excellent - and free. The kitchen has everything you'll need for home-cooked dinners or a lazy brunch (double oven with hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, cafetiere and fridge) and the utility room provides a freezer, dishwasher and washer/drier. The larger-than-average bathroom (or more accurately, shower room) features a generous shower enclosure with sky view, and a contemporary frosted glass wash basin. Off the main living area is the bright, airy sun room with views across the south-facing gardens. Our guests love this space with its lounging chairs for dozing in the warmth, or settling down with a good book, or simply watching the birds and little critters that live in the garden. We've popped a small dining table and chairs in there as it really is a perfect lookout spot. Outside the sun room you'll find a paved patio with chairs and coffee table. Most of the garden can be seen from here but please have a little explore of it. It's not perfectly weeded and tended as we make a point of supporting birds, butterflies, bees and other wildlife. You'll be able to see the River Monnow as it flows along the garden boundary.Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1
1 x Super King Bed
26 Reviews
would love to return
By Janine on 31-May-2026The cottage and surroundings were beautiful, even more so than the pictures. Everything was clean, convenient, and comfortable. Lovely hosts too. I wish we could have stayed longer and would love to return. Thank you so much.
Beautiful, peaceful surroundings
By Suzanne on 10-Apr-2026Lovely clean, comfortable, well equipped cottage in beautiful peaceful surroundings. Spent five relaxing days. Friend!y, welcoming hosts. Would thoroughly recommend.
Spotlessly clean and very comfortable
By Carole on 05-Apr-2026we had a lovely few days here, the place was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. we loved watching all of the wildlife in the garden, rabbits, squirrels and a variety of birds. it was so nice to fully relax.
Exellent walking nearby
By Andrew on 27-Mar-2026Lovely, secluded location. The cottage is warm, welcoming and well-equipped. A very pleasant spot at the foot of the imposing Black Mountains, a few miles from both Hay-on-Wye and Abergavenny, with excellent walking nearby. Welcoming hosts.
Quiet, private, clean, comfortable
By Gwenda on 21-Sep-2025Beautiful property with everything we needed for a relaxing break. Quiet, private, clean, comfortable.
Peaceful and secluded
By Nick on 06-Sep-2025We loved our stay at the Old Bakehouse, it was extremely comfortable and private, the garden was amazing. The setting is very peaceful and secluded. Host provided a wealth of information on the local area including several very useful maps for planning walks.