Hazel at Cynefin Retreats
Hay-on-Wye, Herefordshire
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Why we love it
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.
In the neighbourhood
- Favourite Walk Nearby, 26-minute drive: Brecon Beacons National Park is in easy reach from Cynefin, spend the day taking on soaring mountains, and low riverside walks – and finish off at a pub with a roaring fire
- Hay Castle, 9-minute drive: Visit Hay Castle where canine friends are welcome on the ground floor and in the café, as well as in the grounds. Just be sure to keep dogs on a lead at all times
- The Globe at Hay, 7-minute drive: An independent arts centre embracing an ever-changing arts landscape, check in to find out what new display is on. The food here is locally sourced, and you’re very welcome to have your four-legged friend join you.
- Hay on Wye, 30-minute drive: has been made famous for its book shops and international literary festival, is a great place to stroll for an afternoon. Some of the shops might be a little cosy for larger dog breeds, but you can always hitch them up outside for a minute.