Howle Hideaway, Howle Hill

We were worried this cottage would be difficult to reach ,it proved to be in a very convenient location ,less than 2 mins from a B road and 10 mins from Ross on Wye and until almost the farm entrance a wide enough road to allow 2 cars to pass easily, it is on a smallholding more than a farm ,with many footpaths close by. Hideaway has a private garden overlooking a lovely grassed paddock . The cottages are furnished and finished to a high standard . You should be aware that there is a narrow spiral staircase which may present a difficulty for anyone with mobility issues. We enjoyed Zam Zam ,The Man at Ross ( see separate reviews ) . Goodrich castle with its brilliant audio tour .Symonds Yat a beautiful spot but very touristy, lots of lovely walks .

A very peaceful setting, the cottage was warm and cosy. The owners were very helpful and on hand for any queries.

It was our first experience of holidaying in a cottage and also the destination was new to us, and it was an absolutely fabulous experience. The cottage was amazing and the hosts were lovely people, we will be going back next summer, 200% guaranteed.

The fabulous property in a beautiful area made it a special break.

It is a wonderfully peaceful holiday destination. The accommodation is first class with very thoughtful and helpful owners. This was our second visit to Howle Hideaway and will not be our last.

The cottage was well appointed and maintained and the owners were very helpful.

The peaceful location and comfortable cottage were everything we could possibly need. The owners were very friendly and helpful and the welcome pack a nice touch. The weather was perfect but even if it wasn't there were plenty of DVDs and books etc. to keep you going. Would definitely return.

Secluded and peaceful with a lovely outlook from the cottage. In easy reach of local amenities and places of interest to us both. A very relaxing week.

The cottage was an excellent base for visiting the Wye Valley and surrounding area. It was in a very peaceful location and benefited from a lovely large garden and patio area. The owners were friendly and thoughtful, even taking in our laundry when it started to rain!

This cottage is the perfect hideaway for a relaxing, comfortable holiday. The cottage itself is finished to a high standard and has everything that you could need. There was walking from the doorstep, cycling in the nearby forest of Dean, stunning scenery and lots of wildlife. If you want to get away from the stress and strain of everyday life then you wouldn't find anywhere better than Howle Hideaway.

My wife and I were looking for a holiday that was both relaxing, and with places of interest, and we were not disappointed.

The cottage is situated in a very quiet and pleasant location great for walking and biking. Very clean and comfortable cottage, with everything you need to enjoy your stay. Lovely Kitchen and Bathroom, and very comfortable lounge/dining area.

The cottage was just wonderful. Total relaxation. Would highly recommend this cottage.

This was our first time to this part of England and the property was ideal. Everything was as described and it is a great location for exploring the surrounding area such as Symonds Yat, the Forest of Dean and other places on the River Wye. We went cycling and walking in the area. The owner was very accommodating and all our needs were met. They even ensured we had good weather. Do take heed of the comments in other reviews about the spiral staircase and we were able to use the owner's own wifi which we were grateful for.

Great accommodation in great surroundings.

It is a lovely place to stay, central for touring or walking the area. A very comfortable place to return to after a day of walking. Really enjoyed the area, and would recommend Howle Hideaway to anyone.

Beautiful cottage away in the countryside just perfect to relax for a long weekend. Great location with some nice supermarkets to stock up!

This property has it all. Well appointed, comfortable accommodation combined with a lovely setting with excellent views from every aspect. The owner greeted us warmly and we were provided with a welcome pack containing local produce. The area is ideal for walkers or for exploring the area by car. I cannot think of a single way this property could be improved. However the spiral staircase to the bedroom could present problems to less mobile visitors.

A beautiful property, very well kept and really comfortable. The owners are lovely people and we would thoroughly recommend the property.

Warm and friendly welcome. Immaculate cottage overall. Quiet and picturesque location with lots of little extra touches to make it more special.

The property lived up to the expectations of the advert and delivered exactly what we had hoped for. The location was beautiful with fantastic views and the tranquility we were seeing. We would definitely recommend this property to others.

The accommodation and hosts were both fantastic. Luckily the weather was lovely so we had a chance to enjoy the large garden which backed onto open fields/ woodland. The location was ideal for a quiet getaway and it would particularly suit the rambling fraternity as the Forest of Dean is close by.

Everything was fantastic.

It was in the country but near to all villages and towns. The wildlife and scenery viewed from the cottage was fabulous. It was spacious and yet cosy and the hosts were very friendly and amenable.

Relaxing and peaceful location with wonderful views. Close to the town but far enough away from traffic noise. Great pubs and restaurants a short drive away. The overall standard was completely beyond my expectations. Would definitely go back to this cottage.

The cottage is perfect for a 'get away from it all' break. Highly appointed with fabulous panoramic views in an isolated position. The property is located in a rural/hilly location with fabulous views over the surrounding valleys and hills. Extremely quiet and ideal for relaxing and walking.

We rate this cottage at the highest possible level. Everything was superb and the owners were charming. We fully intend to re-visit in due course.

Superb cottage!

Beautiful area to be out and about in - cycling, walking and visiting local towns (Ledbury is a particularly pleasant place to visit). And the cottage was probably the best we've had so far. We also had the delights of the Perseid meteor shower and the Severn Bore on the same evening!

Outstanding property!

Peaceful quiet location based on an non working farm. Unspoilt views of superb countryside. Upon arrival, we found a super welcome pack containing cider, welsh cakes and various local chutneys. An ideal spot to unwind.

Howle Hideaway is a real gem hidden in the depth's of the Herefordshire countryside. The house has been beautifully decorated throughout to a very high standard and was a real 'cosy' place to stay as a couple. The property had a very large open plan lounge and kitchen with the bedroom on the first floor (via a quite tight spiral staircase). The owners of the property were very helpful and were willing to help out when we encountered problems with the weather (it snowed very heavily when we were there). There is also a lovely pub about a mile away which does grea food. All in all a great little hideaway for a romantic getaway from it all!

Excellent standard of accommodation in beautiful location. Welcome basket had some lovely local treats in it which we really enjoyed.

The property was lovely. Furnished to a high standard and had everything we could want for the stay. The un-spoilt location just made it even better.

The cottage was extremely comfortable and homely and provided a welcome cosy return at the end of each day of our holiday.

Such a beautifully decorated property and it was a pleasure to stay in. The owners went the extra mile to make sure everything was taken care of. We have stayed in cottages before and we felt like their guests rather than customers. I would highly recommend staying there.

The cottage was decorated and furnished to a very high standard in a beautiful part of the country within easy access to historic towns and the renowned Wye Valley and surrounding countryside. A very relaxing break.

The cottage was of a very high standard, the interior was very impressive. Lots of interesting places to visit and things to do, Forest of Dean for walking, Symonds Yat river cruise, Hereford lovely quaint city.

Modern, clean interior and furnished to a very high standard. Fantastic quiet location but close enough by car to reach the surrounding area.

The accommodation was first class and extremely comfortable. It is situated in a beautiful area with access to many unique places and activities and was also very peaceful. The owners were very helpful. Couldn't recommend it more.

Beautiful cottage in a lovely part of the country. Very friendly owners, nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely recommend to others.

A peaceful location.

Very good accommodation. Very nice owners. Lots of nice little touches.

The cottage was outstanding, very clean and well situated.The owners were incredibly helpful and we would love to return in the future.

The location was great and the cottage it was spotless. A lovely cottage.

Outstanding accommodation, furnished and equipped with great taste and immaculately clean. Great location for walking and discovering the delights of the Wye Valley. Highly recommended.

In a beautiful situation with glorious views from the French windows. A new property so is in excellent condition throughout.

The hosts were very friendly and generous, leaving us a starter pack of wood for the fire and a welcome basket of treats!

The accommodation was modern, yet welcoming. We loved the location, it is in a good position for traveling around.

The owners had refurbished the property to a very high standard. Everything was pristine and very good quality. We loved all the little extra touches. We wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. We'd love to stay there again. It was just so lovely that we felt we could live there!

Very friendly welcome. Beautiful decor.