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The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley

Riverfront cottage in Ross-on-Wye with kitchen

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Perched on 'Great Doward, The Apple Store offers a tranquil retreat amidst mixed farmland and woodland in the Wye Valley's Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Enjoy extensive views, start your day with numerous excellent walks from the doorstep, or visit King Arthur’s Cave just nearby.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley

The Apple Store is a self contained annexe to 'Old Kiln House', which is an 18th century farmhouse and cider orchard. Situated on 'Great Doward, a hill of mixed farm and woodland set in the lower Wye Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the property has extensive views across the Wye Valley. Numerous excellent walks begin right from the doorstep and King Arthur's Cave can be seen and easily visited from the Apple Store. The old barn and outbuilding have recently been restored to provide comfort and modern convenience in an idyllic rural setting.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets to remain downstairs. Dogs may be left unattended for short periods provided they are in a cage. Add pets to your search to get correct pricing

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Note from host: up to 2 medium sized dogs to be kept downstairs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley Cottage
The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley Ross-on-Wye

About the area

Located in Ross-on-Wye, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Wye Valley and Lea and Pagets Wood, while The Phoenix Theatre and Made In Ross Gallery are cultural highlights. Symonds Yat West Leisure Park and Perrygrove Railway & Treetop Adventure are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Ross-on-Wye travel guide
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Whitchurch, Ross on Wye, herefordshire

What's nearby

  • This giant 13th-century sandstone abbey stands along the picturesque River Wye. After the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1536 the lead roof was sold off and the Abbey lay neglected for 200 years. The Abbey was "rediscovered" in the 18th century and became a haven for artists and poets. Tip: Visit on a weekday in the spring and you may the place all to yourself!
    Wye Valley
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • #Puzzlewoos is a #magical #mystical #forest and used as a #location for many #tv and #film backdrops well worth a visit to the place if you in the area. Car park , toilets and cafe all on site #woods #forest #autumn #trees #leaves #countryside #fall
    Puzzlewood
    16 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Cheltenham Racecourse from Cleeve Hill
    Cheltenham Racecourse
    50 min drive - 72.5 km
  • Symonds Yat West Leisure Park
    4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • The Mall at Cribbs Causeway
    50 min drive - 53.3 km

Getting around

  • Abergavenny Station
    22 min drive
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX)
    86 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Saracen's Head Inn
    11 min drive
  • The New Inn
    15 min drive
  • Creates
    7 min drive
  • Ye Old Ferrie Inn
    5 min drive
  • The Kings Head (Wetherspoon)
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley ?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of River Wye, Wye Valley, and Symonds Yat West Leisure Park. Goodrich Castle and St Mary's Church are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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The Apple Store, Great Doward In The Wye Valley Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 135 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 135 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 135 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 135 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 135 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ahmad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really lovely stay with amazing hosts who were always available. Location and scenery is beautiful as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay at this place, quiet, cosy, comfortable, super clean and a great location to drive to local village castles etc or walk about in nearby woods, river, pubs. Sarah and Dom were really friendly helpful hosts, it had plenty of room and great inclusions, everything we needed for a home away from home stay, highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good hosts and accommodation, very peaceful and relaxing surroundings ideal for a holiday, especially with pets .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly cosy cottage with wonderful views
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely few days away at this comfortable place. Very quiet, beautiful views and good dog walking from the door. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous location

Fabulous location, great walks right from the front door, owners were friendly and welcoming. Nice well equipped cottage with great views from the garden.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location, perfectly appointed, exactly as advertised

We loved our stay here, the cottage had everything we needed for our family of 4. We'd definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great to be welcomed by our host and shown through the property. Also enjoyed the welcome by the sheep. Very happy staying at the Apple Store. Able to relax in the quiet surroundings. Amenities were excellent. Thankful that the manual for the washing machine was available. Also having a clothes airer made getting our clothes dry. Would recommend this property highly.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent two storey cottage, rather larger than pictures suggest. Very clean, well presented and comfortable in a beautiful location. The kitchen was well equipped with thoughtful touches that made self-catering very easy. Attractive garden with outside seating and lovely views. Bedrooms surprisingly spacious with good hanging space. Clear and regular contact withe delightful hosts made for an enjoyable stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip Powell

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Apple of my eye

Superb location for walking and local pubs with good food within easy reach
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emma L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

Cosy cottage in a beautiful rural location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Petko F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We and our Red Setter had really three wonderful weeks in The Apple Store. Thanks for that. Everything you need is in place and we enjoyed walking in The Doward and down to the Wye river. We only can highly recommend The Apple Store. There are some many aweful place around to visit and most impressive the west coast of Wales, the Black Mountains and for sure Bristol ...
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

alicia g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing weekend

Great for a nice quiet relaxing break - lovely cozy cottage and wonderful scenery.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apple store

Lovely place to stay, really comfortable and clean, plenty of great walks on the doors
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed the location of the delightful accommodation. With perfect autumn weather the forest walk to the caves and river was relaxing and interesting. Our host Sarah was extremely helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family time

A lovely property located in a tranquil rural location. Ideal for relaxing and touring
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sweetpea

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely peaceful surroundings

Very quaint little cottage. Nice and peaceful surroundings. Was nice to sit out in the back garden with a drink taking in the surroundings and watching the sheep and birds of prey. Nice walks in the vicinity too. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family break

We truly had the best time and enjoyed every minute of our stay. The location was perfect and the peace and tranquillity were just what was needed. Many thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique experience

Absolutely loved The Apple Store! Lovely scenic spot and very accommodating hosts. Great location from which to tour the countryside and a charming cottage to come back to at night. I would enjoy another stay here.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris K., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heritage property - Idyllic setting - Great stay

The old Apple Store has been tastefully renovated. Hosts very friendly and helpful Countryside is beautiful- did many local walks plus the canoe day trip.. much enjoyed our 2 weeks in the Wye Valley
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful conversion in idyllic setting

Really lovely place. Traditional and thoughtful conversion but with all amenities. Stunning location. Easy to access all the activities we hoped to do as a family with young children.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great retreat

Lovely out of the way location close by woodland walks. Very friendly and accommodating owners live closer by. Very clean and well skinned. Surprisingly decent wi-fi.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacky K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing stay

A beautiful setting in the Wye Valley. The property is perfect for a family. We loved the views from the garden. The sheep were entertaining. Buzzards constantly calling from the trees.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location.

Great little place to stay, lots of character & charm situated on the side of a quiet valley. Although didn’t spend too much time there during the day as fishing the Wye was our reason for being there. Sadly the fish weren’t as welcoming as the accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

carolyn r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apple Store

Absolutely lovely in a rural setting. A well equipped and comfortable place to stay. Hosts were friendly and offered ideas for places to visit and enjoy. If you like wildlife and bird watching ideal place too!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024