Our best cabins near Hay-on-Wye

Eco cabin – Garden retreat – Literary holiday

Plas Bach (meaning “Little Palace”) is an eco-friendly cabin just 20 minutes' walk from Hay-on-Wye, perfect for exploring on foot and leaving the car behind. Vintage charm meets modern luxury, with standout features like a private box garden straight out of a design magazine. 

Guests can also enjoy the orchard, wildlife pond, and peaceful woodland surroundings. Owner Pete recommends the iconic Booth’s Bookshop for browsing by day and its indie cinema for evenings, which has "the best seats in town". Ideal for couples, this cabin is a tranquil base for book festivals, riverside strolls, and discovering Hay’s famous literary vibe.

Romantic cabin – Hot tub – Countryside views 

Just 10-minutes from Hay-on-Wye, Holly Cabin is a curvy, design-led pod with sweeping views of Herefordshire meadows. Expect luxury touches like underfloor heating, a floating king-size bed, and a sleek bathroom with rainfall shower. 

Perfect for stargazers and peace-seekers, it also features a private hot tub under the stars. Owners Lorna and Steve recommend a visit to historic Hay Castle, one of the last great border fortresses still standing. Holly is a romantic cabin near Hay with countryside calm and bookish culture close by.

Secluded cabin – Outdoor bath – Rewilded land 

Set high on a hillside nearly 1,000ft above sea level, Wilding Wagon offers huge views and a whole lot of peace and quiet. The lovingly restored railway carriage has a wood-fired outdoor bath with panoramic valley views, ideal for sunrise soaks or sunset unwinds. 

Owners Lis and Adam have rewilded the surrounding land, boosting biodiversity and creating a haven for birds of prey and shy mammals. You’re close to great hiking trails and the bookshops and pubs of Hay-on-Wye, just a short drive away.

Architect-designed cabin – Sauna & plunge pool – Artistic interiors 

Tucked down a quiet track just 8 miles from Hay-on-Wye, The Boodge is an architectural gem blending craft, comfort and creativity. Twin curved roofs give way to striking interiors – think yakisugi-blackened wood, curated artwork, and a copper roll-top bath. Large windows frame the hills and garden, while higher ones offer privacy and morning sun. 

Shared with sister space Wern Derys is a Finnish wood-fired sauna and plunge pool, it’s ideal after a hike in the Black Mountains or a bookshop spree in Hay-on-Wye. The owner recommends Chapters for fine dining and Tomatitos Tapas Bar, both in the literary town itself. Hay-on-Wye’s position on the Welsh border makes it the perfect base for food, festivals, and scenic cabin getaways.

Waterside cabin – Private hot tub – Iconic bookshops 

Cobnut Cabin offers a riverside escape with its own stretch of stream, hammock, and even a mini jetty for wild swims or rowing. Set in a wildflower meadow near Escley Brook, it’s a dreamy spot to unplug and unwind. 

The cabin itself is stylish and spacious, with a huge deck, private hot tub, firepit and hidden picnic yurt. Don’t miss the unique supper club, Under the Nut Tree, or browse Hay-on-Wye’s legendary bookshops just 25 minutes away. It’s a peaceful cabin stay with a splash of adventure.

Creative cabin – Hot tub & outdoor bathtub – Brecon Beacons views 

Less than 30 minutes from Hay-on-Wye, The Nook is an artist-owned retreat with big views and peaceful vibes. Inside you’ll find artwork, a guitar, and books; outside, a hot tub strung with fairy lights and a twin bathtub for sunset soaks. 

Walk directly from the door to the Cat’s Back Ridge, a dramatic entry point to the Brecon Beacons National Park. It’s also a Dark Sky Reserve, so stargazing is exceptional. Add in local massages, yoga and great food in Hay-on-Wye, and you’ve got a dreamy creative break.