Toast marshmallows on the firepit, spend sunset in the hot tub, there’s wildlife in abundance and stunning design at every turn
What you'll love
Dogs will love
Shaking off after using the doggy shower
Just resting their eyes in front of the log burner
Finding their towel, bowls and throw waiting inside
Humans will love
Waking up to birdsong and floor to ceiling views
Dining out in the ever-changing Hay-on-Wye
Cracking open a bottle to enjoy in the hot tub
The place
Hazel cabin, like her sisters, Willow, Rowan and Holly, is found on the Cynefin Retreat Estate, three miles outside of Hay-on-Wye. Designed as a model for eco-living, Hazel cabin has something to do at all times of the day, and all times of the year. You might decide you and your canine companion have earned some downtime, and lie in until the morning light streams through the floor to ceiling windows. Then cook a late breakfast in the fresh midday air and serve on the patio, dog looking hopeful by your knees. End your day melting by the log burner in a pile of pleasant exhaustion with your dog.
Sleeping
1 x King room
Washing
Bathroom with rainfall shower and toiletries provided (shower gel and hand soap)
Living and relaxing
Private hot tub (soft tub) on deck, with Fouta towels
Wood burner - first batch of logs provided
Sofa in the lounge area
Under floor heating
Board games and books
Wifi
Smart speaker
Cooking and dining
Kitchen with induction hob, electric oven and fridge with small freezer compartment
Cooking basics supplied - olive oil, salt, pepper, tea, coffee, milk and marshmallows for the fire pit
Dishwasher with dishwasher tablets and washing up liquid
Fire pit with BBQ grill and utensils
Indoor and outdoor dining table and chairs
For the dog
Metal hook with secure long lead provided
A communal warm water hose is available on the building by the car park*, while a cold water hose is located on the other side of the privacy screen near your hot tub
Boot room with lead clip
Throws for the furniture
Blankets
Treats
Bowls
Towels
Booking information
Check in 1630
Check out 1030
£30 per dog per stay
Early check in or late check out available on request
Babies under two are welcome
One additional child aged 2 - 10 years can be accommodated on the sofa for an additional £20 per night. Bedding and towels provided, add this extra when booking.
Special offer: 10% off midweek stays from 5th May - 3rd July 2025. Offer applied at checkout
Optional extras
Additional firewood available from the owners at £4 per bundle
Bottles of local sparkling wine on arrival
Flowers on arrival
Hay Deli can deliver hampers
Travel cot provided free of charge, upon request
You should know
Your little companion should be supervised at all times when outside, but you won’t struggle wanting to explore the grounds with them
There are other cabins on site, but you have your own private areas separated by hedges. Guests are encouraged to respect each other's space
Hay-on-Wye is bustling with culture and life for such a small town, and it’ll become apparent the more you explore its ancient winding streets. There are 24 bookshops, meaning there’s a bookshop per 100 inhabitants, one of the highest ratios in the world – so an ideal candidate for avid readers. Many of the bookshops allow dogs, so just pop in and check first!
Say hi to the lovely people at The Old Electric Shop, a small café and vintage shop next to the river. With vegetarian, vegan and gluten free items on the menu, who don’t they cater to? Make it your final destination after a riverside loop
Book a table at Tomatitos Tapas Bar and while away some hours eating tapa made from locally sourced ingredients, whether that’s artisan bread, seasonal veg, or choosing from the imported wines list. Sit out in their garden, and learn the difference between cosas de picar, pinchos and cazuelas – the fun way
Speak to the staff at Want to Canoe? The tour company that operates out of Hay-on-Wye leading expeditions down the river to get in a little exercise, spot the masses of wildlife that populate the river, and get the fresh river air in you. They welcome well behaved dogs
If you’re feeling like a dip, take a wander down to the Warren, a small rocky beach on the banks of the River Wye, and enjoy a little swim – just remember to avoid the aforementioned canoes… There’s also space on the grassy bank for a picnic, or those less keen for a bracing plunge
On the very most north-easterly tip of the Brecon Beacons, Hay-on-Wye is a convenient place to rush into Wales’ second largest national Park, and take on the many activities it offers. From biking to hiking, wild swimming and paddleboarding, horse riding, climbing, the list of things to do there is massive.
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Booking guide
Every booking at Paws & Stay is about the dog. You will see how many dogs are allowed at a place on their page and in search results and then you can add them during the booking process. While your dogs are more than welcome, of course, our owners hope you’ll still make sure your dogs are well behaved. There may occasionally be rooms (and furniture) that are off limits to dogs, but not to an extent that will impact your stay. If they can’t be in the room with you, they’ll have a lovely, cosy spot of their own. You can see any restrictions in the 'For the Dog' section of a place.
How to book
All you need to do is select an available check-in date, underlined in gold on the calendar, and see what options appear for your stay. If the stay is within ten weeks of the date on which you’re booking, you’ll need to pay the full cost of the stay. If it’s further than ten weeks away, you’ll have the option of paying a 25% deposit.
When you book, you’ll be able to use the email address you supply to log in and make any further payments whenever you like. We will notify you when your balance is due and be in touch if it goes unpaid past that date.
If you have any questions about a place, you can email us on bookings@pawsandstay.co.uk. Call us during office hours (Monday to Friday, except Bank Holidays, 0900 to 1800) if you have any problems with booking and we can usually sort things out over the phone.
Paying your balance
If you paid a deposit when you booked, we’ll let you know when your balance is due, but you can log in to your account, which is automatically created when you book, to pay it at any time. You can also log in and pay off a little of your balance at a time.
Deposits and balance payments
If your booking is made more than ten weeks in advance of your arrival date, you’ll have the option to pay a 25% deposit. The full balance will then be taken from the same card you pay with. You’ll be able to pay the balance on a different card at any time by giving us a call. If your balance payment fails, don’t worry. Your booking will not be cancelled but we will need to get in touch with you within a week to secure the balance payment.
Terms & conditions
We’ll always try and find a solution that works for you and our owners if there’s any issue with your booking, but you can read our full [Ts&Cs](https://www.pawsandstay.co.uk/terms-and-conditions/) here.