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Wharton Shepherd's Hut (3 at Ryeford Ponds)

UK England West Midlands Herefordshire Ross-on-Wye Ryeford Ponds

Sleeps 2 (max 2 adults, 0 children)
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Cosy shepherd's hut for Two awaits your arrival! Privately sited at the top of our beautiful valley, the hut has ample area for long summer evenings spent by the campfire, stargazing and enjoying all things outdoors. With plenty on offer on our doorstep you are in for a treat and a fabulous break!!

The Owner Says

Wharton Hut is a modern but cosy shepherd's hut, comfortably sleeping 2 adults only. It's equipped with a made-up kingsized bed and all you need for your stay so you can travel light. The hut is located at the top of our beautiful, nearly-wild valley on the farm. It's off-grid and using only solar powered lights, guarantees dark skies at night. It has all modern comforts - running water, bbq, small summer kitchen, outdoor furniture, fire pit, small gas fridge and a large shower room within a short walking distance (Hot shower and flushing toilet are located in our cute, spacious and clean wash shack. These are are shared with maximum 2 other families and cleaned daily).

On arrival you may be greeted with some homebaked goodies to extend our warm welcome and there's plenty of information on local area of Herefordshire, Wye Valley and Forest of Dean, with maps, flyers and booklets available. There are games, books and magazines for your enjoyment but most of all - our 6 acres valley with meadows, ponds and woodlands is YOURS to roam freely during your stay! You won't feel crowded, as the camp only welcomes other 4 families at the busiest time. We want you to feel private with the best access to nature and a chance to unwind from challenges of busy lives we lead. Enjoy all things outdoors, long summer evenings, campfires, dark skies, wildlife and simple life at its best.

If you fancy bringing the children along, feel free to pitch your own tent by the hut (small charge applies) .

Please bring good torches, power banks for mobile phones, sturdy footwear and towels with you. Oh... and a bit of food and drink to keep you going, although there are well stocked up shops in the nearest village of Lea, so you won't have to go far for supplies. Everything else is provided and we will endeavour to answer most requests.

We are flexible and very accommodating, so if you have any queries about your stay length or details please contact us directly.

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About Ryeford Ponds

Suitable For

Glamping and Camping.

Families ( 2 Adults + up to 3 children, possibly 4 - but please enquire before booking). Couples welcome. Family groups can rent the whole site - please contact us to check availability.

Our Tilia tent can accommodate one well behaved dog if you are holidaying with your furry family member. Dog must not be left alone in the tent or your vehicle and be kept on lease at all times, due to other guests, wildlife habitat on site and potential livestock on the farm. There is a large, 1 acre secure dog paddock available on site for fun, exercise and off-lead play.

No stag/hen parties - sorry to disappoint. We are a quiet family friendly site. No caravans or motorhomes at this point. Small campervans at owners discretion, please enquire.

Nearby

Ryeford Ponds is nestled on a border of Herefordshire and Gloucestershire with an extensive offer of attractions and activities. Forest of Dean and stunning Wye Valley are just minutes away. We are blessed with easy links to local footpaths with truly amazing rural scenery - like our family favourite – Penyard Park circular walk. But if you fancy something more exciting - you certainly won't be disappointed! If you are eager to explore here is just a flavour what's on offer. (please check opening times and admission prices before setting off, some attractions need an advance booking)

Within a very short drive (<20mis)

Pedal Bike Away Cycle centre - Forest of Dean and Wye valley bike hire and miles of family cycle routes and thrilling downhill bike trails, Goodrich Castle, Inspire2Adventure - a superb selection of activities for the whole family, Canoe the Wye, Rock Climbing and Caving -Summit Mountaineering, Symonds Yat with Wye Valley cruises and stunning scenery, Go Ape. There are loads of great spots for picnics, shorter walks and wanders – like Cannop Ponds, Beechenhurst (with a large playground and good café), Mallards Park, Soudley Ponds – to list just a few.

Choice is yours - why not visit the Dean Heritage Museum or amazing Clearwell Caves, Perrygrove steam railway or Dean Forest Railway? Family favourite - Newbridge Farm Park is not too far away.

You may also consider - Weston Cider, Three Choirs Vinyard or Hillside Brewery tour... Or perhaps a visit to the nearby Newent will be your pick – small market town with a lovely lake and many good cafes and the famous International Centre of Birds of Prey in Newent

20min+ but not too far

Eastnor Castle, Ledbury Town, Landrover Experience, Oldfield Forge blacksmith experience (Garway), AdAstra Paddle boarding – Monmouth and Brecon, Gloucester Cathedral, Stunning Wye Valley and Tintern Abbey, the stunning Malvern Hills, Hereford Cathedral and Mappa Mundi and many museums.

Food & Drink

We are a short journey from Ross-On-Wye - a beautiful market town with a galore of coffee shops, gift shops, Truffles Deli, Rossiters - amazing book shop, Hank's Meat And game Butchers, TOY BOX toy shop, galleries and ‘Made in Ross’ local crafts and arts centre located in the 16th century Market House. A must to visit! (Visit Ross-On-Wye guide)

Ross offers a great choice of eateries and coffee shops. Our favourite are most definitely: Café Eleganza, Truffles Deli and Garden Shed – Engine Room – which serve THE BEST coffee – locally roasted and ground James Gourmet! (you must try if you are a bit of a ‘coffee snob’ like us).

Our favourite restaurants and take away venues in town include No3, King’s Head, Avelino (Italian) and Rice Berry (Thai). If you fancy a rural pub grub – why not try Moody Cow in Upton Bishop, Kilcot Inn, The Mill Race in Walford, Penny Farthing in Aston Crews or Weston Cross in Weston-Under-Penyard.

We also highly recommend The Bakehouse cafe in Longhope, Orchard Café in Gorsley and Hen and Dot café Kerne Bridge/Walford.

Why not browse some local shops while you here - Lizzie Bunting, the Architectural Shop, Rossiters, The Crows feet… just to name a few!

For more extensive list of ideas and places too visit please see visitdeanandwye.co.uk

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