Vauxhall Cottage is a charming home-from-home, ideal for families & friends, yet cosy for couples. The spacious layout offers social areas & quiet nooks, with 3 comfy bedrooms, large kitchen & lounge, study, garden room & a pet-friendly, private cottage garden with patio & BBQ. The modernised 1790s Welsh cottage is a short stroll to Chepstowโs historic centre, Castle & riverside, & ideally positioned to explore the Forest of Dean, Wye Valley & beyond, with easy connections to Cardiff & Bristol.
The space
Our charming 1790s cottage combines authentic period character with all modern comforts.
๐ Spacious cottage, with bags of charm
๐ฝ๏ธ Large & well-equipped kitchen
๐๏ธ Cosy lounge with log burner
๐ 3 bedrooms, with choice of 3 or 4 beds
๐ผ Private study with fast wifi
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ฟ๏ธ Off-road parking for 2/3 cars
๐ Pet-friendly garden, with patio
๐ซง Professionally cleaned and prepared
๐ถ๐ปโโ๏ธ 5 mins stroll to historic Chepstow town
๐๏ธ Views across Chepstow & Wye Valley
๐ณ Handy for Forest of Dean & surrounds
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The spacious farmhouse kitchen forms the social center of Vauxhall Cottage. Gather around the large pine dining table, prepare meals in the well-equipped cooking space, and enjoy stunning views across Chepstow and the Wye Valley through the bright windows.
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Unwind in the comfortable living room with two sofas and a wood-burning stove for cozy evenings. Discover board games in the "under stairs" cupboard or retreat to the sunny garden room overlooking the patioโperfect for reading or puzzles.
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Need to stay connected? The private office features a large desk and fast WiFi. This versatile room, with tiled floors and backyard access, can also store muddy boots, bicycles, or accommodate pets. The home includes a utility room with sink and washing machine, plus a convenient downstairs bathroom.
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Upstairs offers three comfortable bedrooms:
โข Master bedroom: King-sized bed, en-suite shower room, and panoramic views of the Wye Valley and Severn Estuary
โข Flexible second bedroom: Configure as either a super-king or twin singles
โข Cozy third bedroom: Double bed
All bedrooms include storage space, and the family bathroom features both a shower and wonderful roll-top bath.
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Enjoy the private, enclosed cottage garden with its lawn and sunny patio. Perfect for al fresco dining with the provided table, chairs, and charcoal BBQ. In summer, watch for the spectacular aerial displays from visiting swifts swooping over the kitchen terrace.
๐ We have 3 dogs, and you are welcome to bring yours to Vauxhall Cottage. The cottage has an enclosed garden with plenty of lawn space, and the local area has many fine forest or shoreline walks. We provide a dog crate in the cottage which guests are very welcome to use.
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ฟ๏ธ Vauxhall Cottage has its own covered off-road parking area, with parking for 2 cars or vans. A third vehicle can usually be squeezed in if needed. There is limited on-street parking nearby.
๐ The cottage is just a few minutes walk from Chepstow town centre, which offers a variety of shops, restaurants, takeaways and bars - as well as the River Wye and historic Castle. If you are visiting Chepstow for an event, the cottage is very well placed for an easy drive to Chepstow racecourse, David Broome Event Centre, and the local wedding venues at St Tewdrics, Mounton Brook and St Pierre.
For walkers, the Offa's Dyke path, Wye Valley walk and Wales Coast path are all within easy reach.
Chepstow itself boasts several notable features that make it an interesting destination, and a great base for a short break or longer visit:
๐ฐ Chepstow Castle: One of the oldest surviving stone fortresses in Britain, Chepstow Castle is a remarkable attraction. Built in the 11th century, it offers panoramic views of the River Wye and the town. Visitors can explore its impressive towers, gatehouses, and walls while immersing themselves in medieval history.
๐๏ธ Picturesque Riverside Setting: Situated on the banks of the River Wye, Chepstow enjoys a delightful location. The scenic riverside area has free music on the bandstand in the summer, and is always a popular place to sit and relax. You might be lucky and spot Sammy the Seal, a beloved local resident!
๐๏ธ Historic Town Center: Chepstow's 500 year old town centre is brimming with history and character. Its charming streets are lined with Georgian and Victorian buildings, unique shops, cafes, pubs, and restaurants.
๐ณ Wye Valley and Forest of Dean: Chepstow is a gateway to the beautiful Wye Valley and Forest of Dean. Nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy national paths including Offa's Dyke Path, Wye Valley Walk or many lovely local walks, or cycling in the Forest or through the incredible Tintern Tunnel. Families can enjoy steam train rides, exploring Clearwell Caves or the mystical Tintern Abbey.
Further afield - Bath, Bristol (for Brunel's SS Great Britain, or the zoo) & Cardiff are all an easy day trip.
Vauxhall Cottage provides walking access to the town centre, riverbank and castle (all within 10 minutes), and is very well located for hopping in the car to explore further afield.
๐ Chepstow is ideal for access to the M4/M48 and M5 motorways, so easily reached from across the country, making it a great venue to bring family and friends from across the UK together for a catch-up. The cottage is located on the "right side" of Chepstow for easy access to the motorway network and trips to Cardiff, Bristol and South Wales and the West - and routes to Monmouth and into the mountains of Wales. Alternatively, Chepstow train station is 10 minutes walk away, and offers direct travel to Cardiff, Gloucester, Cheltenham, and connections to Bristol and London. The bus station also offers a direct bus service to Bristol, and direct National Express links to London, Cardiff and Swansea.
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If Vauxhall Cottage sounds ideal for you and your group, please use "instant book" to secure your preferred dates and start planning your trip. If you would like any extra information, please don't hesitate to ask - you can find us on social media too!
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Vauxhall Cottage was our family home for 25 years, until we moved a few miles down the road in December 2022, and started to run the cottage as a holiday home. Originally built in the 1790's, the cottage as it stands now was divided into two or three homes for quarry workers. In our time, we added the large kitchen and ensuite bedroom, and the garden room, and joined two smaller rooms into a large living room. As Vauxhall Cottage has recently been a family home, it offers up-to-date facilities you expect, whilst retaining bags of character. We love that our guests enjoy the magic of the cottage, whatever their reasons for visiting Chepstow.
Guest access
Your group will enjoy exclusive use of Vauxhall Cottage and its enclosed, private garden and off-road parking.
The cottage owners live 10 minutes away, and are happy to help if needed. You'll have the place all to yourselves - but we're readily on hand if needed.
Other things to note
Please note, as part of its history and charm, the cottage has some low doorways, and a staircase that is a bit narrower and steeper than found in modern houses!
A well-behaved dog or two is very welcome, the garden is enclosed and has a good area of lawn.
