Happy Cow

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

82 Customer Review(s)

Cheryl
November 2024

“We loved our time at the cottage.”

This is our second visit and it was just as we remembered. There were amazing gifts for us and our dogs. The cottage is situated close to fantastic walks and places to eat. Traffic has increased on the small lane, but they will use the passing places

This is our second visit and it was just as we remembered. There were amazing gifts for us and our dogs. The cottage is situated close to fantastic walks and places to eat. Traffic has increased on the small lane, but they will use the passing places

- Cheryl, November 2024

Thank you for booking another stay at Happy Cow Cottage, it is always lovely to welcome back guests. Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Penelope October 2024

“Beautiful comfortable cottage, we loved it.”

Also we loved the delicious treats so generously left by the owners.

- Penelope, October 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback, glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Heather October 2024

“We had a great stay at the Happy cow.”

The welcome pack for ourselves and the dog where very welcome. The kitchen is very small but had everything you need. The furniture and bed where very comfortable and the cottage is very warm with great decor. If we are back in the area we would definitely re-book

- Heather, October 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave such positive feedback, glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the cottage comfortable. We hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Eric September 2024

“Thank you for a fantastic stay at the Happy Cow.”

The welcome pack was such a lovely surprise and definitely made me go and purchase some local produce while I was there. Wonderful location and helpful owners. Thank you!

- Eric, September 2024

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback. Glad to hear you enjoyed the cottage and the beautiful area. Property Owner
Gary September 2024

“Great great place to stay for fishing on the wye 3 miles away from where i was ...”

Great great place to stay for fishing on the wye 3 miles away from where i was fishing raining for 3 days so to get back and have a hot shower and meal and have beer and catch so many fish please tell the owners 10/10

- Gary, September 2024

So great to hear you enjoyed the fishing in the area, the river Wye is definitely one of the best. Hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Donna September 2024

“The cottage was so cute!”

Everything was in order and easy to find/use. Finding the property took a bit of sleuthing as the sat nav took us across the street! The road the cottage sits on is only wide enough for one car, so be prepared. Nice pub right down the road and beautiful walking trails and scenery all around.

- Donna, September 2024

Thank you for your feedback. Happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Google maps is the best way to locate us! Hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
John June 2024

“Adequate for a very short stay.”

Very difficult road location on fast very narrow hill. Poor sight lines.Parking on and off the small parking space is very difficult because of traffic. Outside seating area very small and close to road. Some issues with drains as very strong unpleasant smell outside cottage.

- John, June 2024

The lane the cottage is located on has speed and size restrictions and we have never had anyone experience problems with the parking area before. Happy to hear you found the cottage met your needs for your stay. Property Owner
Rebecca June 2024

“Thank you so much for a wonderful stay.”

The cottage was amazing and in such a great location to explore the local area. I have already recommended the cottage to friends. Thanks again.

- Rebecca, June 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and thank you for recommending us. Property Owner
Donna June 2024

“Fantastic welcome pack and some really useful things within the folder.”

We did one of the walks within which was great. We had a lovely stay at the happy cow.

- Donna, June 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Lorraine June 2024

“Absolutely loved our stay here.”

Dear little comfortable, well equipped cottage in a beautiful area.Thank you so much for the generous welcome pack, it was much appreciated. I brought my Jack Russell and she didn't manage to find a way out of the garden, huge bonus. Would definitely visit again.

- Lorraine, June 2024

Thank you for your lovely feedback. So happy to hear you loved the cottage as much as we do. We look forward to welcoming you back sometime Property Owner
Andy May 2024

“Owners were very helpful in answering any questions but kept their distance which suited us fine.”

Directions were easy to follow. Pretty little cottage in an idyllic setting close to Symonds Yat Rock and its spectacular views of the Wye Gorge and beyond to South Herefordshire

- Andy, May 2024

Thank you for the lovely feedback. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Julie April 2024

“Excellent property - we had a great holiday there!”

- Julie, April 2024

Thank you so much Property Owner
Lorraine Susanne April 2024

“Lovely cottage that had all that we needed.”

The welcome pack was over and above expectations too. Would definitely return un the future.

- Lorraine Susanne, April 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback. We are so happy to hear you all enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner
Chris February 2024

“Very comfortable, cosy and warm, just what was needed for a dank February week.”

Lovely welcome pack from Nikki and Paul, much appreciated. Great location for exploring the area. The road noise which gets frequent mentions in previous reviews was not a problem for us, there is really very little traffic at night and not a great deal during the day. Parking is fine for one car although sometimes we saw that vehicles meeting on the road outside did try and use the parking area as a passing space so our car needed to be tucked in close to the wall. It should be mentioned that there is no door to the double bedroom upstairs so it is not completely private and, for a person that goes to bed early, conversations and TV etc downstairs would be audible. The easy solution is for that person to use the downstairs bedroom. Overall, very happy with the Happy Cow and we'd be very happy to come again.

- Chris, February 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback and we are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back sometime Property Owner
Gary December 2023

“We have yet again had a fabulous stay at the Happy Cow Cottage.”

Enjoying the beautiful Forest over the New Year, it's in a perfect location for exploring all the wonderful places the Forest and surrounding area has to offer. Happy Cow Cottage is ideal, with everything you need for a comfortable stay. It's beautifully presented and relaxing in front of the log burner at the end of a day exploring is a delight. See you soon Happy Cow!

- Gary, December 2023

Thank you so much for more lovely feedback. It is always a pleasure to host you and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner
Kevin November 2023

“Lovely property, well fought out welcome pack, beautiful walks what more would you want great place to just chill out.”

- Kevin, November 2023

Thank you for the lovely feedback. So glad you enjoyed the cottage and the surrounding area Property Owner
John October 2023

“We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Happy Cow and our 2 collie dogs settled in straight away.”

It is such a clean cottage, warm and very cosy inside and the little fairy lights look so pretty in the upstairs bedroom. We thank you for all the doggy treats and cake etc, such a nice touch after such a long journey. We certainly packed in a lot over the few days we had - Chepstow Castle is very impressive and Monmouth is worth a look. Thank you both for a really nice time at Happy Cow. John & Jennifer Kingsbury and Tina and Dixie (dogs)

- John, October 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback. We are happy to hear you all enjoyed your stay and made the most of the gorgeous area. We hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Tracy October 2023

“A beautiful cottage in a great location.”

Everything you need is in the cottage and it was exactly as you see on the pictures. The owners left lots of information on places to go and things to see. We had a lovely surprise of chocolate cake, cider, crisps and milk. Would definitely recommend a visit.

- Tracy, October 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback Tracy. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and are very grateful for your recommendation. Property Owner
Sarah August 2023

“We really enjoyed our 3 night stay at this charming, cosy cottage.”

We were welcomed with a thoughtful array of local treats and even our dog was provided for with some tasty snacks! The owner has considered all sorts of touches that people may appreciate during their stay. It is in a beautiful spot, central to Symonds Yat, with Yat Rock and a great pub, The Saracens Head, on the doorstep (both being quite a close, steep climb/descent through the woodland) It’s great trail walking country and there’s opportunity to hire paddleboards or canoes down on the river too. Other reviews mentioned being on the road, it didn’t particularly disturb us at all from a noise perspective but it is very narrow and traffic is steady so just to be aware and careful. We would definitely return.

- Sarah, August 2023

Thank for taking the time to leave this lovely feedback and we are glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. We have recently had new windows fitted so good to hear they are keeping out the traffic noise. We look forward to welcoming you back sometime. Property Owner
Henry July 2023

“A really lovely cottage in a really special area!”

Minutes walk from the view at Yat Rock, a view so very beautiful it has inspired Coleridge, Thackeray, Wordsworth and Turner. Happy Cow Cottage is tiny and romantic, perfect for two people. But it’s the little things that this cottage provides that really make the difference, dishwasher tablets, hand soap, enough toilet paper, body wash, shampoo, cooking oil, teabags etc etc. We had a wonderful week!

- Henry, July 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback. We are glad you loved the area as much as we do and enjoyed your stay at the cottage. We hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Gary July 2023

“Fantastic Cottage.”

We have had another fantastic stay at the Happy Cow Cottage. As soon as we were settled in, it was although we had already been staying for some time, it's so relaxing. Perfect location for exploring the Forest of Dean and the ideal place to return to at the end of the day. Chilling in the garden or in front of the log burner is equally enjoyable before a comfortable night sleep. Excellent bathroom facilities and adequate kitchen for your needs.

- Gary, July 2023

Thank you so much for another lovely review. Fantastic to hear that you feel so at home in the cottage. We are looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner
Andrew June 2023

“Happy Cow Cottage was a great place to stay, every thing you needed in the Cottage.”

Also another plus point was the off road parking right next to the Cottage. Plenty of places to visit all in reasonable driving distance. Close by easily within walking distance is Symonds yat rock view point and also you can take a boat cruise along the river Wye. Overall a great experience. Thank you

- Andrew, June 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such great feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Fiona May 2023

“We really enjoyed our short stay.”

Such a well equipped cottage, with walks on the door step. We hope to return in the future.

- Fiona, May 2023

Thank you for the lovely feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Aimee May 2023

“Thank you for a lovely stay Location is ideal for walking and sightseeing”

- Aimee, May 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back. Property Owner
Tracy April 2023

“Loved this little cottage !”

Compact but with everything you could want. The welcome treats (Bara birthday, milk shakes, milk, eggs), were much appreciated. I enjoyed the stay so much that I am thinking about booking a weekend there on my own later in the year.

- Tracy, April 2023

Hi Tracy, thank you so much for the lovely feedback. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay with your grandchildren and we really look forward to welcoming you back sometime. Property Owner
Alison March 2023

“Lovely cottage, thoughtful finishings made it feel more special and we found it a great spot for venturing out and about.”

Thanks again.

- Alison, March 2023

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely feedback. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the cottage and the area. Hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Beryl March 2023

“A nice comfy cosy place but it should be stressed that this property is unsuitable for disabled or people with mobility problems .”

My husband has mobility problems and this was quite a problem at times.

- Beryl, March 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We are sorry that the cottage didn't completely meet your needs but happy to hear that you found it a cosy, comfy place to spend your holiday Property Owner
Julie March 2023

“A magical little cottage with all you need on the doorstep.”

Lovely walks, good places to eat and plenty of lovely villages and towns to explore within easy reach. Although the narrow lane was busy. we expected this as it was the main access to a beautiful tourist spot for walks, views and wildlife. Cottage owners were so kind and thoughtful - a fabulous welcome pack plus lots of extras - toiletries and well equipped kitchen. it was just perfect for us and we will try to get back to enjoy all over again!!!

- Julie, March 2023

Thank you so much for such a lovely review. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you and we would love to welcome you back sometime. It was obvious that you loved our little cottage as much as we do, thank you again. Property Owner
Liz February 2023

“A lovely and cosy cottage, comfy beds so we slept well, it had everything we needed.”

Great location with the forest and river walks just across the road. We didn't want to leave!

- Liz, February 2023

Thank you Liz for the lovely feedback. We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay and found the cottage a comfortable base to explore the beautiful surroundings. We hope to welcome you back sometime Property Owner
Annabel February 2023

“Great location for lovely walks.”

Cottage had everything i needed and a great welcome pack. Extra care given by owners when we had a powercut as they delivered extra wood for the fire-very thoughtful and caring.

- Annabel, February 2023

Thank you Annabel for the lovely feedback. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and that the local power cut didn't spoil your stay. Hope to welcome you back again soon. Property Owner
Gary December 2022

“Just perfect!”

If you are looking for a cottage right in the heart of the beautiful Forest of Dean and close enough to all the fantastic sights of the fabulous Wye Valley and beyond then Happy Cow Cottage is for you. Such a lovely, cosy place with all the facilities for a fabulous time away. The perfect place to return to at the end of the day, and with it's very comfortable lounge with cosy log burner the perfect place to relax in if you decide to stay in. Enclosed gravel garden is a pleasant outside space and safe for a dog to be off lead. I highly recommend Happy Cow Cottage.

- Gary, December 2022

Hi Karen and Gary, thank you so much for the amazing feedback. It was an absolute pleasure hosting your stay and we are so happy you enjoyed your holiday. We would love to welcome you back if you are in the area again. Property Owner
Sam October 2022

“Wonderful cottage in a great location in a beautiful part of the country.”

A plethora of walks on your doorstep, with pubs a short walk away. Great communication with the owner and a lovely welcome hamper which included some treats for the dog! Wish we’d stayed longer.

- Sam, October 2022

Thank you Sam for the lovely feedback and we are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back sometime for a longer stay. Property Owner
Philip October 2022

“We stayed at the Happy Cow Cottage for a week in October with our dog and had a wonderful time.”

The cottage is very cosy and full of character with living room/dining area, kitchen, twin bedroom and bathroom downstairs and double bedroom with en-suite upstairs. In the living room there’s a bookcase filled with books, DVD’s and games along with pamphlets showing local attractions and walks. The TV has a built in DVD player. The kitchen has a new cooker and well equipped with everything we needed (including tea bags, salt and pepper, washing up liquid, foil and cling film!) The owners have even supplied shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, hand wash and a hairdryer. The fairy lights and welcome basket are a lovely touch. The cottage is in a prime location very close to loads of wonderful walks. The cottage is set on a single-track part of the road, so you will need to be aware of traffic in both directions when exiting by foot and by car. There is a bit of traffic noise, but it didn’t bother us in the slightest and we didn’t need to use the ear plugs which were kindly supplied! After a days walking we wanted to spread out a bit in the evening to relax, however in our opinion the 2 seater sofa was not big enough and the 2 chairs were not particularly comfortable. This was the only snag for us. We would definitely recommend staying here and also giving Goodrich Castle a visit. Phil.

- Philip, October 2022

Thank you for your feedback and recommendation. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and visiting the beautiful Forest of Dean. Property Owner
Mike September 2022

“Ridiculous that Sykescottages wouldn’t speak to myself because I wasn’t the person who made the booking even though I would have been listed on the booking and even the email has my name on it.”

Wish that they would also be more open about the surrounding area ie if you are on a busy road it should say that.

- Mike, September 2022
Sally August 2022

“Happy Cow Cottage was delightful.”

Your attention to detail made for a comfortable holiday. My daughter exclaimed she hadn't known what to expect and loved it (especially the fairy lights). She said it was her perfect holiday - high praise indeed from a teenager! The welcome pack was loved by all - especially our four legged companion! We will be ordering some biscuits for her Santa Sack!! The "noise " from the road (mentioned in other reviews) really is not an issue. Fabulous base for long walks. We would highly recommend. Keep up the great work....a home from home.

- Sally, August 2022

Thank you Sally for the lovely feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Happy Cow Cottage, especially happy to hear your daughter loved the cottage as much as we do. The dog treats are really tasty (according to my pups) and will make a perfect Christmas present for your furry friend! We really hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Stephen July 2022

“A very comfortable cottage with good facilities and an excellent welcome box.”

During the July heatwave it remained cool indoors which was a relief. An ideal location for activities along the River Wye and walks both long and short in the area. It's not too far for walks near Abergavenny and the Black Mountains as well. Also handy for places to visit close by such as Goodrich castle and the Butterfly Zoo. Noise from traffic early morning did disturb us though.

- Stephen, July 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay at Happy Cow Cottage and loved the area as much as we do. Property Owner
Sue June 2022

“We fell in love with The Happy Cow!”

Fantastic location…just 5 minutes walk up to Symonds Yat Rock! The beds were super comfy and it was great having the 2 toilets. Everything we needed was provided, plus a lovely welcome package! We had a great week with good weather and will definitely be back, as this part of Britain is so gorgeous.

- Sue, June 2022

Thank you Sue for taking the time to leave a review. We fell in love with the cottage when we first saw it too! Hope to welcome you back sometime soon. Property Owner
Andrew May 2022

“This cottage is so so sweet, cozy, clean and a fab welcome pack.”

Just minutes walk up the hill is the stunning Symonds Yat view point , loads of film locations for Sex Education very close by, only downside for me was very slow internet, but apart from this a fab fab place !!!!

- Andrew, May 2022

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback. Apologies that you found the WiFi a bit slow, this has been an issue caused by the locality of the cottage but it has been greatly improved. We hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Nicola April 2022

“This was our second stay at Happy Cow Cottage.”

It's in a great location with easy access to Symonds Yat Rock as well as all the other great walks in the area. The friendly Saracens Head is just down the hill for fantastic, reasonably priced food and a riverside view. The cottage is well laid out, the welcome pack is on a whole other level (i want that bara brith recipe) and it's definitely dog friendly, rather than dog tolerant (there's a difference) which makes the stay so much more pleasant. The beds are comfortable and the rooms are a good size so you don't feel cramped, even with 4 adults! Its a warm, welcoming place and we hope to visit again soon! On a utility/admin basis - the heating is easy to work, the water is hot, and the wifi signal is great!

- Nicola, April 2022

Thank you Nicola for the lovely feedback. It was a pleasure to host you again and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner
James April 2022

“We had an absolutly amazing holiday just spent this month in the cottage, with partner and family for Easter.”

The cottage is everything described and better, it is the perfect location to explore Symonds Yat, Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean. We loved the welcome pack of advice on local walks, pubs, attractions etc., Severn cider, bara brith and the 2 dogs loved the toy. Its hard to find a dog friendly cottage in such a great location, thank you for that. The cottage itself is one of the most beautiful places we have stayed and we will definitly book the place again with a group of 4 when coming to visit again. About the noise from the road? We do not understand what all the fuss is about. It really is not a problem, it is no busier than any countryside road, to be expected near Symonds Yat Rock. In the late evening and through the night there is hardly a car that passes. All honesty why would you be inside the cottage during the day when it is more busier? There is the beautiful Forest of Dean to explore on your door step!

- James, April 2022

Thank you James for the lovely feedback. We are so happy to hear you love the area and the cottage as much as we do. We look forward to welcoming you back sometime soon. Property Owner
Andrew April 2022

“Happy Cow Cottage was a perfect getaway for our Easter family holiday.”

The cottage itself was perfect for a family of 4 and our 2 dogs. It’s in an ideal location to explore the Forest of Dean and many parts can be explored just walking from the house. The rental included some tasty local produce for humans and dogs alike, very unexpected. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough!

- Andrew, April 2022

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback. We are so glad you and your family enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back sometime soon. Property Owner
Bernard March 2022

“A lovely place to spend a magical werk in the Girest of Dean.”

A short ( steep!!) Walk away from the log cabin cafe at the top of the rock, with the awesome views of the gorges. Gorgeous welcome basket...the bnai brith was delicious! Advice for other renters.. approach up the hill, then back into the parking spit ..then youve loads of room, well clear of the road..which is at its narrowest point! Lovely pub and food down at the Saracens Head...a good walk both down and back up aftereards, but worth every step!

- Bernard, March 2022

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback. There are so many lovely walks around the cottage and we are glad you enjoyed them. The Saracen's Head is one of our favourites too! We hope to welcome you back to the cottage again sometime. Property Owner
Rosalind March 2022

“Really enjoyed our stay, clean, comfortable, lovely welcome pack.”

If I could add anything for improvement it would be that the double bed upstairs is very creaky, that kept me awake more than the traffic noise, so much so I had to sleep in the second bedroom downstairs for the whole stay.

- Rosalind, March 2022

Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback and we are happy you enjoyed your stay at Happy Cow Cottage. It has never been mentioned that the bed is creaky so we will check that out. Property Owner
Hilary March 2022

“We loved this cottage from the moment we opened the door.”

Very quaint, it was well equipped with everything we needed. Nikki had left us a delicious welcome pack - a fruit loaf, butter to spread on it, a bottle of local milk and two very tasy bottles of Herefordshire cider. We drank this next to the open fire and decided that we were very lucky people to be able to get away at last. We had great fun finding all the cow related items around the cottage. My daughter eventually found 34 I believe! We spent our two days walking along the Wye and all around Symond's Yat - fantastic views and great scenery. Definitely one to keep in mind for another visit.

- Hilary, March 2022

Thank you Hilary for your lovely feedback, we are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at Happy Cow Cottage. We knew we had a lot of cow themed decor but have never actually counted! We look forward to welcoming you back sometime. Property Owner
Michelle February 2022

“We have had a super week at the Happy Cow Cottage!”

Being situated only minutes from Symonds Yat was just wonderful. All the home comforts were a real treat and very welcoming. The cottage is right on the road, which can sometimes be busy, but it did not disturb us and totally worth it given the excellent location. You are literally in the middle of the Forest of Dean as soon as you step out of the Happy Cow Cottage – so many walks, so many wonders to see. Sad to leave, but we will be back.

- Michelle, February 2022

Thank you Michelle for the lovely feedback. We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at the cottage so much. It was a pleasure hosting you and we look forward to welcoming you again soon. Property Owner
Caroline January 2022

“Absolutely brilliant little cottage everything you needed, surrounding area fantastic lots to do!”

! Lovely treat and a toy left by thoughtful owner for our westie,the only downside was the single track road !!!! It was like sleeping next to the M1!!!!! It was never ending!!!!even at 1am!!!!apart from that we had a wonderful stay

- Caroline, January 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we are happy to hear that you and the lovely Meg enjoyed your stay. The road you mention is a single track road with speed and width restrictions. It is the price we pay for having such a lovely, cosy cottage in such an amazing location, right on Yat Rock. Property Owner
Alan December 2021

“Fabulous location and only a short walk from the yat viewpoint Happy cow cottage is perfect and I can highly recommend”

- Alan, December 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay at Happy Cow Cottage Property Owner
Marsaili December 2021

“What a delightful wee cottage with a stunning backdrop and what kind and thoughtful owners!”

Every thing we required was provided for and more. There was a wonderful welcome package of local items including things for our dog! The information provided was spot on and when we did have a question, they replied very quickly. The place was clearly cleaned with exceptional care; the garden was 100% secure for our dog; the road can be noisy as others mentioned I suppose, but no more than we expected and they kindly provide ear plugs, which I hasten to add neither of us actually required! We visited in December and they had put up lovely Christmas decorations. You can see the thought in everything and it was greatly appreciated. Signal is a bit weak there but you can get it from a stone's throw away. In contrast, the WiFi was excellent.

- Marsaili, December 2021

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback, we are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. We hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Randall December 2021

“Happy Cow Cottage made me a very happy camper.”

The cottage was clean and well furnished. The kitchen was very efficient and the location could not have been better. Just 200 yards from Yat Rock. (Very handy for sunrise photography)! The host was very accommodating-letting me check in early and answering all my pre-visit questions quickly. She even left a little welcome basket that was very tasty. I would recommend Happy Cow Cottage to anyone. Have a great stay!

- Randall, December 2021

Thank you so much for the lovely feedback and we are so pleased to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Happy Cow Cottage. We hope to welcome you back again sometime. Property Owner
Martin October 2021

“The accommodation was exactly what we wanted and just as described”

- Martin, October 2021
Annette September 2021

“Met all our requirements, nice touch provided with the welcome basket.”

Location was good, although the traffic up and down the road traveled far too fast, but easy off road parking and secure area for our dog with no worries about escape. Would consider a return visit.

- Annette, September 2021
Anne June 2021

“What a little gem this cottage is!”

I would like to call it a diamond, however the lack of notice regarding the road leading to the cottage would stop me. This road is challenging to say the least!, very narrow with drivers driving way too fast. Also there is no write up telling potential renters that the noise goes on throughout the night.So if you open the windows during the night there is no respite.!!

- Anne, June 2021
Ruth June 2021

“Had a wonderful stay back in the Forest of Dean.”

Lovely cottage a great base and little home for the week with walks right on the doorstep. The welcome pack was scrummy and the dog treats and toy were much appreciated and a really thoughtful touch. Always use Sykes for my trips to the Forest and I definitely recommend the Happy Cow Cottage for a stay.

- Ruth, June 2021
Chloe May 2021

“Just returned from a wonderful weeks stay at the happy cow.”

We loved the location of the cottage, being able to access the valley and forest from the door step was a great plus. We really appreciated and enjoyed our complementary gifts especially the barabrith and Splash our pooch loved his toy. Nice touch. The cottage was characterful, cosy and comfortable and we had access to everything we needed. Yes the cottage was on a main through county lane which could get busy at times but we were out most of the day and the road is quiet in the afternoon/evening with the odd car passing by. We knew this before we went and took ear plugs for over night so we didn't notice much if any noise. All in all we had a great time and will be back.

- Chloe, May 2021
Chris May 2021

“The road can be a bit noisy because others are enjoying the wonderful countryside too.”

The owner couldn't be more helpful and accommodating. It is a lovely, welcoming cottage.

- Chris, May 2021
Elisabeth May 2021

“We had a lovely stay.”

We were pleasantly surprised that, in spite of covid, a lot of things were provided for us on arrival e.g. tea towels, soap, and even some delicious snacks!

- Elisabeth, May 2021
Emma April 2021

“Really lovely cottage.”

Enjoyed a wonderful long weekend away back in April. Amazing locations, right in Symmonds Yat, short walk to the look out and the river. We walked/cycled/ran straight from the front door. Immaculate cottage, lovely furnishings and finishing touches. Very good value for money given quality of the accommodation and location

- Emma, April 2021
Camille December 2020

“We had the most wonderful stay at the Happy Cow.”

The cottage was so very clean and we had plenty of space for the two of us for 11 nights. Nikki and Paul were fantastic hosts, they made sure we had everything we needed and decorated the whole cottage with Christmassy touches and even a real Christmas tree! They even dropped firewood off at our door when we had run out and were there to answer all our queries. The Happy Cow is so cosy and has a wonderful atmosphere. We enjoyed visiting the nearby milkshed to make our own milkshakes and the fantastic Symonds Yat Rock view point is just on the door step, make sure to catch the sunrise/ sunset :) Thank you Nikki and Paul, we will be back! Treasured memories and moments :)

- Camille, December 2020
Sharon October 2020

“We had a lovely short break at the happy cow cottage, and on short notice too.”

Really cosy and we loved the relaxed atmosphere the cottage had. Thank you for the lovely box of Halloween treats which greeted us when we arrived, even our four legged friend was catered for. Will definitely return.

- Sharon, October 2020
Chloe September 2020

“Yes the area was just stunning.”

And Nikki and Paul the hosts left a very kind welcome pack. Barbarith,honey. But also treats and a tennis ball for my dog. I thought that was a lovely touch.

- Chloe, September 2020
Lorna August 2020

“A lovely cottage in walking distance to Symonds Yat and all the beautiful walks it has to offer.”

Everything you needed facilities wise with the charm of a cosy cottage. Perfect for our two kids too. Great base for Bath, Bristol Cardiff and Clevedon we also visited for the day. A lovely holiday in a lovely place.

- Lorna, August 2020
Fred August 2020

“Very comfortable cottage in excellent location.”

Very handy for Symonds Yat Rock and also lots of other walks nearby. Also close to the river for water activities. All walks will involve a climb though because its a gorge. Beautiful unspoilt part of the country.

- Fred, August 2020
Sally March 2020

“Perfect cottage and location for peaceful long walks in a beautiful area.”

- Sally, March 2020
Ian March 2020

“Very cosy stay in the Wye Valley, great place to explore, Hay-on-Wye etc.”

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- Ian, March 2020
Judith January 2020

“The Hosts were excellent both with communication and preparing the cottage for a warm, cosy and comfortable stay, at short notice.”

We were left a Welcome Pack which was much appreciated, as we booked this holiday on the same day we arrived. So glad the Happy Cow was available. The cottage is within walking distance of Symonds Yat Rock with spectacular views and a café cabin. It is also within a short drive of Monmouth, Ross-on-Wye, Tintern Abbey and many other towns and tourist attractions. The neighbours are also very friendly. I will definitely be visiting the Happy Cow again. I fully recommend a stay.

- Judith, January 2020
Michelle December 2019

“Lovely cosy and comfortable cottage, everything you need with the addition of Buck’s Fizz and some lovely cake.”

The location is fab with lots of walks on the doorstep.

- Michelle, December 2019
Jarrod December 2019

“Lovely warm cosy cottage with everything we needed.”

A fabulous welcome basket was on the table when we arrived filled with local produce. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this lovely cottage which is perfectly situated for so many attractions and literally a stones throw from the Yat Rock.

- Jarrod, December 2019
Neil November 2019

“Excellent holiday experience,from the very thoughtful welcome pack which included home made cake and dog treats ( for our dog), to the great walks with access from the doorstep.”

How ever you do need to be aware of the traffic noise, but this would not stop us coming again.

- Neil, November 2019
David October 2019

“It was a lovely cottage in a wonderful location.”

Enough room for four people. Character throughout. We loved being able to walk out of the cottage into 360 degrees of woodland. Stunning - even in the rain! And the cottage was delightfully warm to return to. Thanks for a relaxing break. Dave. Oct 2019

- David, October 2019
Roger October 2019

“We have just had a very enjoyable week in the lovely Happy Cow Cottage.”

Even though we did not have the best of weather, being October, it certainly did not stop us enjoying our experience. Excellent location for visiting many places of interest, the fantastic views from Symonds Yat summit just a short walk up from the cottage, Tintern Abbey, Goodrich Castle etc not far by car. There are plenty of wonderful walks nearby for those able to tackle steep inclines. We would certainly recommend this cottage. Sandy and Roger Halford.

- Roger, October 2019
Arthur September 2019

“The area ,and the dog walking 5 mins from the Cottage Very Good if a little steep for us oldies.”

Welcome pack.a very nice touch and very enjoyable The cottage was very clean and comfortable and would by so summer or winter Are dog thought she had gone to heaven. Ronny and Arthur

- Arthur, September 2019
John September 2019

“The traffic issue does need to be highlighted and access to parking space is problematic.”

The "lip" adjacent the parking space should be painted white to make it more visable in the dark.Otherwise its a lovely cosy cottage in fantastic countryside.

- John, September 2019
Stewart August 2019

“Great base for exploring the wye valley.”

We took a canoe along the river where we saw king fishers for the first time. Lovely relaxing walk along the river with a stop half way at nice little cafe. Peregrine falcons flying above the cottage. Pub close by for eating out. Cottage itself is very comfortable with all you need. Wonderful welcome pack waiting for us when we arrived. There is no phone signal but the WiFi made up for that.

- Stewart, August 2019
Robin July 2019

“The welcome cake etc etc etc, was such a warm welcome after a 6 hour drive.”

The cottage so pleasant and clean and exactly what we were hoping for. The lane is a challenge. However the scene in the mornings with cars driving past, then reversing back again, provided much entertainment whilst having breakfast in the lovely little courtyard. I would recommend a holiday in this delightful cottage to anyone, lots to do within a short drive, and many really yummy places to eat .

- Robin, July 2019
Ian June 2019

“When you sent us a message to review our first nights stay, i mentioned that the traffic noise was really bad and would prevent us returning to this property, there was no mention of road noise in the property description at the time of booking ( I have a copy of the webpage at that time), but since my mention of the traffic issue I see that you have now amended the property description which now includes a mention of the road being busy and the associated noise.”

Had that been the description at the time of booking I probably would not have booked, as traffic noise is something we are trying to get away from. So in short I feel that your behaviour was underhanded and unprofessional and as a result we will be contacting trading standards with all the details and will see if any legal action can be taken. Needless to say we will not be recommending your company to anyone.

- Ian, June 2019
Phil June 2019

“Fantastic ,cosy little cottage in a beautiful location.”

Accommodation well thought out, with all extras included. Owners left a very grateful welcoming gift on our arrival. I would whole heartedly recommend this cottage.

- Phil, June 2019
Adam April 2019

“Excellent location for exploring the Wye Valley which has some lovely walks straight from the cottage.”

The Symonds Yat Rock Cafe just a few minutes walk up the hill did a good selection of food and coffee (including Vegan) and has fantastic views from its seating area.

- Adam, April 2019
Jacqui April 2019

“A good cottage - but small.”

- Jacqui, April 2019
Lois April 2019

“This is a delightful cottage with lots of character, situated in a beautiful part of the country.”

However, it is adjacent to a fairly busy, very steep and narrow lane that does create certain challenges. Also, because of the immediate terrain, it was not so appropriate for my mother who has walking difficulties - it would have been helpful to know that in advance, we will choose somewhere flatter next time! That being said, we had a lovely time, the cottage itself was great and the welcome pack from the owners (including a home baked barabrith & other treats) was very much appreciated - thank you!

- Lois, April 2019
Rob March 2019

“Fantastic cosy cottage !”

Great place to relax. Brilliant log burner and really friendly owners.

- Rob, March 2019
Michael March 2019

“Excellent service lol round.”

Couldn't do enough to make our stay a pleasant one. Many thanks.

- Michael, March 2019
Patrick February 2019

“The cottage is ideally placed for walking and Cycling, and the countryside is spectacular.”

- Patrick, February 2019

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x ground floor twin, 1 x 1st floor gallery king-size double with en-suite basin and WC
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher,
TV, DVD, Radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 1 car
Court yard area with furniture
One well-behaved pet allowed
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 1 mile
Note: This property only accepts children over the age of 5. Welcome pack provided for stays of 3 or more nights'

The property

A lovely, detached cottage, brimming with character, located close to the Symond Yat Rock and the River Wye.

Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this cottage offers many lovely walks and cycle rides from the doorstep across beautiful Herefordshire countryside.

With off-road parking.

The Cottage is located on a narrow country road and, while not a main road, it is well used therefore there will be some traffic noise heard, this is the ideal base for a family or group of friends looking to explore a beautiful part of England.

The cottage boasts many original features, with wall and ceiling beams and exposed stone walls.

The ground floor boasts a sitting room with a woodburning stove, taking the chill off those cold wintry evenings.

The dining area is within the lounge, so ideal for catching up with friends over dinner.

The well-equipped kitchen is just next door.

There is a ground floor bedroom is a a set of twin single beds.

The shower room offers a mobility seat if needed, aiding those who find it hard on their feet.

Make your way upstairs to a lovely double bedroom with a separate WC.

Outside, you can relax in the front courtyard area, enjoy alfresco dining on a summer's evening or take a walk into Symonds Yat and explore Yat Rock.

Why not take a short drive to Ross-on-Wye and try out one of the many lovely pubs and restaurants in the town.

Choose this quality getaway nestled in the stunning Wye Valley.

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About the location

SYMONDS YAT

Monmouth 5 miles; Ross-on-Wye 7 miles; Gloucester 23 miles.

The pretty village of Symonds Yat straddles the beautiful River Wye with its natural scenery and magnificent limestone 'rock', popular with climbers and is internationally renowned for its viewpoint. Symonds Yat West is situated overlooking the beautiful Wye Valley, and is close to the magnificent Royal Forest of Dean, England's largest oak forest. This is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering numerous trails that can be explored on foot, bicycle or horseback. Caving, abseiling and a high wire rope course are on offer for the more adventurous, whilst fishing, golf, kayaking and canoeing are other popular activities in this unspoilt area. Visit the historic town of Monmouth with its mixture of elegant Georgian mansions and Victorian courtyards, or the lovely town of Ross-on-Wye with its timbered Tudor houses and delightful riverside walks, both offering excellent shops, pubs and restaurants. Just a little further afield discover the unspoilt Malvern Hills, Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park. A great area to unwind with family and friends.

Note: This property only accepts children over the age of 5.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews & Ratings

“We loved our time at the cottage.”

“Beautiful comfortable cottage, we loved it.”

“We had a great stay at the Happy cow.”

“Thank you for a fantastic stay at the Happy Cow.”

“Great great place to stay for fishing on the wye 3 miles away from where i was ...”

“The cottage was so cute!”

“Adequate for a very short stay.”

“Thank you so much for a wonderful stay.”

“Fantastic welcome pack and some really useful things within the folder.”

“Absolutely loved our stay here.”

“Owners were very helpful in answering any questions but kept their distance which suited us fine.”

“Excellent property - we had a great holiday there!”

“Lovely cottage that had all that we needed.”

“Very comfortable, cosy and warm, just what was needed for a dank February week.”

“We have yet again had a fabulous stay at the Happy Cow Cottage.”

“Lovely property, well fought out welcome pack, beautiful walks what more would you want great place to just chill out.”

“We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Happy Cow and our 2 collie dogs settled in straight away.”

“A beautiful cottage in a great location.”

“We really enjoyed our 3 night stay at this charming, cosy cottage.”

“A really lovely cottage in a really special area!”

“Fantastic Cottage.”

“Happy Cow Cottage was a great place to stay, every thing you needed in the Cottage.”

“We really enjoyed our short stay.”

“Thank you for a lovely stay Location is ideal for walking and sightseeing”

“Loved this little cottage !”

“Lovely cottage, thoughtful finishings made it feel more special and we found it a great spot for venturing out and about.”

“A nice comfy cosy place but it should be stressed that this property is unsuitable for disabled or people with mobility problems .”

“A magical little cottage with all you need on the doorstep.”

“A lovely and cosy cottage, comfy beds so we slept well, it had everything we needed.”

“Great location for lovely walks.”

“Just perfect!”

“Wonderful cottage in a great location in a beautiful part of the country.”

“We stayed at the Happy Cow Cottage for a week in October with our dog and had a wonderful time.”

“Ridiculous that Sykescottages wouldn’t speak to myself because I wasn’t the person who made the booking even though I would have been listed on the booking and even the email has my name on it.”

“Happy Cow Cottage was delightful.”

“A very comfortable cottage with good facilities and an excellent welcome box.”

“We fell in love with The Happy Cow!”

“This cottage is so so sweet, cozy, clean and a fab welcome pack.”

“This was our second stay at Happy Cow Cottage.”

“We had an absolutly amazing holiday just spent this month in the cottage, with partner and family for Easter.”

“Happy Cow Cottage was a perfect getaway for our Easter family holiday.”

“A lovely place to spend a magical werk in the Girest of Dean.”

“Really enjoyed our stay, clean, comfortable, lovely welcome pack.”

“We loved this cottage from the moment we opened the door.”

“We have had a super week at the Happy Cow Cottage!”

“Absolutely brilliant little cottage everything you needed, surrounding area fantastic lots to do!”

“Fabulous location and only a short walk from the yat viewpoint Happy cow cottage is perfect and I can highly recommend”

“What a delightful wee cottage with a stunning backdrop and what kind and thoughtful owners!”

“Happy Cow Cottage made me a very happy camper.”

“The accommodation was exactly what we wanted and just as described”

“Met all our requirements, nice touch provided with the welcome basket.”

“What a little gem this cottage is!”

“Had a wonderful stay back in the Forest of Dean.”

“Just returned from a wonderful weeks stay at the happy cow.”

“The road can be a bit noisy because others are enjoying the wonderful countryside too.”

“We had a lovely stay.”

“Really lovely cottage.”

“We had the most wonderful stay at the Happy Cow.”

“We had a lovely short break at the happy cow cottage, and on short notice too.”

“Yes the area was just stunning.”

“A lovely cottage in walking distance to Symonds Yat and all the beautiful walks it has to offer.”

“Very comfortable cottage in excellent location.”

“Perfect cottage and location for peaceful long walks in a beautiful area.”

“Very cosy stay in the Wye Valley, great place to explore, Hay-on-Wye etc.”

“The Hosts were excellent both with communication and preparing the cottage for a warm, cosy and comfortable stay, at short notice.”

“Lovely cosy and comfortable cottage, everything you need with the addition of Buck’s Fizz and some lovely cake.”

“Lovely warm cosy cottage with everything we needed.”

“Excellent holiday experience,from the very thoughtful welcome pack which included home made cake and dog treats ( for our dog), to the great walks with access from the doorstep.”

“It was a lovely cottage in a wonderful location.”

“We have just had a very enjoyable week in the lovely Happy Cow Cottage.”

“The area ,and the dog walking 5 mins from the Cottage Very Good if a little steep for us oldies.”

“The traffic issue does need to be highlighted and access to parking space is problematic.”

“Great base for exploring the wye valley.”

“The welcome cake etc etc etc, was such a warm welcome after a 6 hour drive.”

“Fantastic ,cosy little cottage in a beautiful location.”

“Excellent location for exploring the Wye Valley which has some lovely walks straight from the cottage.”

“A good cottage - but small.”