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The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Miscellaneous
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley

The Apple Store is a self contained annexe to 'Old Kiln House', which is an 18th century farmhouse and cider orchard. Situated on 'Great Doward, a hill of mixed farm and woodland set in the lower Wye Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the property has extensive views across the Wye Valley. Numerous excellent walks begin right from the doorstep and King Arthur's Cave can be seen and easily visited from the Apple Store. The old barn and outbuilding have recently been restored to provide comfort and modern convenience in an idyllic rural setting.

Property manager

Sarah Rogers

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Note from host: up to 2 medium sized dogs to be kept downstairs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley Cottage
The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley Ross-on-Wye

About the neighborhood

Map
Whitchurch, Ross on Wye, herefordshire

What's nearby

  • Wye Valley - 6 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Goodrich Castle - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Wilton Castle - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Symonds Yat West Leisure Park - 11 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Puzzlewood - 16 min drive - 16.7 km

Getting around

  • Abergavenny Station - 22 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Gamekeepers Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Saracens Head Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Queens Head Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Forge Hammer Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Misbah Tandoori - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley ?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of River Wye, Wye Valley, and Symonds Yat West Leisure Park. Goodrich Castle and St Mary's Church are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 109 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 109 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 109 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 109 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 109 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It's a charming place hidden away in beautiful surroundings. Sheep grazing around are a nice feature!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Short work trip to do some writing and this location was wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Cosy cottage in a beautiful rural location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family break
We truly had the best time and enjoyed every minute of our stay. The location was perfect and the peace and tranquillity were just what was needed. Many thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Stay
It was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alicia g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing weekend
Great for a nice quiet relaxing break - lovely cozy cottage and wonderful scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jaz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
Great venue Lovely clean place Great hosts Couldn’t want more!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

anthony t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage
In amazing location overlooking the valley Wright between ross and Monmouth host was very welcoming
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heritage property - Idyllic setting - Great stay
The old Apple Store has been tastefully renovated. Hosts very friendly and helpful Countryside is beautiful- did many local walks plus the canoe day trip.. much enjoyed our 2 weeks in the Wye Valley
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Cherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rural location
Quiet location with sheep for company reached by narrow road. Great scenery and lots to do in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Udayan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Apple Store
the perfect place to explore the Wye Valley and Symonds Yat. Lovely hosts and beautiful rural setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best New Years Getaway
What a trip! The property was the perfect place for friend, son and I. It has such a homely feel, the travel cot was set up in advance and Christmas lights still on. The area is stunning and the sheep had a few friendly chats with my baby boy who loved that they would come to the fence to see him!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Perfect little cottage hidden away in the country
We have stayed in several cottages in the area and this one is our favourite so far. The cottage was very clean and equipped with everything we could need, the owners live next door and made us feel very welcome. If you like walking or have a dog with you the location couldn’t be more perfect as there are lots of woodland walks to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, comfortable retreat
The three of us found this the perfect place to relax and recharge. The cottage is well equipped! The neighboring sheep delightful. Walks galore in the area as well as charming villages and good restaurants. The Apple Store won’t disappoint!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A delightful country retreat
We were warmly welcomed by our hosts. The Apple store is cosy and well equipped. We enjoyed the beautiful outlook and watching the sheep in the valley and feeding the pet sheep. Fox cubs, a deer and many different birds kept us watching the wildlife. We were perfectly placed to visit local attractions as well as further afield.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanne O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mrs
Lovely place, very clean, wonderful views from the garden, beautiful walks in the woods and by the river, great hosts on hand if you should need them Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Symmonds yat west
The property is a little dark inside but very comfortable. My favourite part of the holiday was eating a beautiful lasagne outside, it was magical. The pastoral scene was bucolic.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Christine B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable
We enjoyed are stay even though the cottage was a little remote. There was a few areas where the property could have been cleaner. Kitchen floor Cupboards and cutlery trays in particular. Hosts lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David V., Southampton, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
Myself and my family absolutely loved this place. The hosts were lovely, discrete but always available if we had needed them (which we didn't as the property was very well prepared). Communication was also super easy. The property itself was immaculate with the garden views being the highlight, with the sun out and just the sheep to keep you company, it was the perfect setting. The local area is absolutely stunning and everything we needed was just a short drive. The walks from the property were also lovely, especially through the woods down to the river. Great time here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Post Xmas trip
We were after some peace and quiet, time for family catch up and time outdoors with the dog. The location couldn't have been better, close to local nature reserves and places to wander. There was a lot of rain and flooding so we stuck to the bigger roads and more accessible areas but still had a fab time. The cottage is clean, comfortable and has all the basic stuff you need for a trip away. The floorboards creek, the decor is a little old fashioned but it's an old barn, so that's part of the charm! The views from outside are lovely. The hosts were friendly and helpful. We will go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerwyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home-from-home
We stayed in the cottage for 2 1/2 weeks and this became a real home-from-home for us. The cottage is warm and inviting, with everything we needed to live comfortably. The location suited us perfectly - remote countryside setting yet only 10 minutes from the center of Monmouth. Sarah and Dom were great hosts: close at hand were there to have been any problems, but affording us complete privacy. Sarah was marvelous at communicating with us from the very start of the reservation process through check-out. We look forward to returning in the not too distant future.
Stayed 18 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely week in the countryside
I took my aunt away for a week to the Apple Store and we really enjoyed the peace and quiet. Sarah and Dom are great hosts. The cottage is warm and very comfortable. The local area is beautiful. We went to Monmouth, Abergavenny, symonds Yat and the sculpture Trail in The Forest of Dean and I walked down to Biblins and crossed the fabulous rope bridge. If you like walking there are loads of great walks locally and further a field. The only very small downside for us was my aunt not being able to use the shower due to the high step in and out with no handle to aid balance so after the first day she didn’t use it again. It didn’t spoil our enjoyment though and we would happily go there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely peaceful little gem
Quiet countryside location with lovely views from the garden. The house is compact but cosy and private, despite being close to the owner’s home. Really well equipped and loved the little touches such as posy of fresh flowers, hand wash at every sink, washing line in the garden and bins in every room. These are small things but we’ve been to much larger, ‘luxury’ properties that have lacked these. Because the property is renovated around the original Apple store most of the rooms have small, slit windows which makes some of the rooms dark, but this didn’t spoil our stay. We also enjoyed meeting the friendly sheep. Left feeling wonderfully relaxed and hope to return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
Fantastic place to stay, unwind and be at one with nature! Not quite in the middle of nowhere but close enough. There are shops locally but we took what we needed for our stay so we could get away from everything. We ditched the car and walked everywhere. The forest is on your doorstep and a nature reserve just over the road.. Ideal place if you have dogs, enjoy walking and want to get away from daily life, just be aware of the hills. The house was cosy. A peaceful haven where you can sit outside and listen to the birds singing. My only criticism is the vrbo site, I went through the booking process at least four times and didn’t see where to add in dogs! The hosts were amazing though so we were able to pay on arrival for our four legged friends. This place is a definite must for those wanting to ditch the car!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and quiet
A great place to stay and a good base for exploring the Forest of Dean.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024