Vauxhall Cottage seen from its summer garden, in full sun

Sleeps 7 · 4 bedrooms · Dogs welcome

Our magical cottage, your Chepstow home from home

A detached 1790s quarry worker's cottage, a short stroll from Chepstow town centre, castle and riverbank. Private garden, wood-burning stove and covered parking. Our family home for 25 years, now yours for a weekend, midweek break or even longer.

Sleeps 74 bedrooms, 4 or 5 beds

Dog-friendlyFenced, secure garden

Covered parkingCarport for 2, room for a 3rd

Wood burnerBig lounge, games cupboard

Walk to townShops, pubs and restaurants

Work-friendlyPrivate study, wifi throughout

Our family home since 1997

Deceptively spacious, full of charm, and tucked above the town

Built in the 1790s for quarry workers, Vauxhall Cottage is full of character, with thick stone walls, low ceilings and quirky doors. It's been updated over the years for comfortable stays: a lovely large, well-equipped kitchen with a big pine table, and a lounge with a wood-burning stove and a cupboard packed with board games.

We raised our family here. When the children left home we couldn't bear to sell, so since Easter 2023 we've shared it with guests: families, friends, and people working in the area.

With room for 7 and a big kitchen table at its heart, Vauxhall Cottage is made for get-togethers: family reunions, weekends away with friends and three-generation catch-ups. And best of all, it's cosy for couples, and just right for smaller groups too.

The lane down to Vauxhall Cottage with Chepstow town and the Severn Estuary beyond — The lane down to the cottage, with Chepstow town and the Severn Estuary beyond.

Inside and out

Floor plan See all photos

Lounge with stone fireplace and wood-burning stove — Large lounge with wood burner

Large kitchen with pine dining table and oak dresser — The big kitchen

Private study with a large oak desk, bookshelves and a tiled floor — A quiet study for work

Sunny garden room overlooking the patio — Garden room

Stone-walled hallway leading to the back door — Full of character

Patio table and chairs below the garden — The sun-trap patio

Also provided: washing machine, hairdryer, iron and ironing board, and a BBQ in the summer.

Where everyone sleeps

Up to 7 guests in 4 bedrooms. Bedroom two works as a super-king double or a twin, so couples, friends and families all fit. There's an en-suite shower room plus a family bathroom, and a stairgate, travel cot and highchair for little ones.

Master bedroom

King-size bed, en-suite shower room and views across Chepstow and the Wye Valley.

Bedroom two

Super-king double, or twin singles if you prefer. Just let us know.

Cosy double

A snug double room with a cottage sash window.

Single bedroom with bright flower prints and yellow curtains

Single room

A cheerful single, ideal for a child or a solo traveller.

From our guest book

“The kids found the cottage a total adventure and called it the magical cottage!”
A family who stayed for a party nearby

“This place has a WOW factor as soon as you walk into the garden from the carport!”
Three generations, together for the holidays

“We especially enjoyed sitting in the garden and listening to the different bird sounds.”
A family and their dog

“The kitchen had everything we needed, the beds were comfy… we've made some wonderful family memories here.”
A young family

“We enjoyed our stay in your quirky, interesting and comfortable home.”
A group of five and their dog

A handwritten page from the cottage guest book — Every review here is from the guest book in the cottage.

A child's guest book page reading 'This place is massive, it's awesome' with a drawing — Our youngest reviewers agree.

Geno, a black Labrador puppy, lying on the cottage's sunny back doorstep

Dogs welcome

This was Geno's doorstep. Your dog is welcome too.

A private garden, fenced and secure, with a lawn to run on
A tiled study by the back door for muddy paws, boots and bikes
A medium-sized crate is provided (if you choose to use one)
Riverside walks, forest trails and the Wye Valley on the doorstep
Dogs need to stay downstairs, and there's a stairgate

Park under cover, then step into the garden

The carport at the top of the garden takes 2 cars or vans, with space for a third parked sideways. From there, steps lead down through the garden to the patio and the back door.

“The garden was beautiful, we enjoyed relaxing in the sunshine.”

Stone steps leading up through the summer garden under an arch

On your doorstep

Walk to the castle, riverbank, shops, pubs and restaurants. The Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean are close by, and you're on the right side of Chepstow for the M4, M5, Bristol and Cardiff.

Rough map, not to scale. Postcode: NP16 5PX. what3words: ///inefficient.shed.gathering

Races, events and weddings

Well placed for race days at Chepstow Racecourse, shows at the David Broome Event Centre, and weddings at St Tewdrics House and Mounton Brook.

Chepstow Castle

One of Britain's oldest stone fortresses, above the River Wye.

The riverside

Riverbank walks and picnics, and Sammy the Seal if you're lucky.

Wye Valley and Forest of Dean

Tintern Abbey, Puzzlewood and miles of woodland walks, a short drive away.

Book direct with us

Our best price, just a £100 deposit to secure your dates, and a direct line to the people who know the cottage.

Emma from White Feather Management looks after the cottage and is on hand before, during and after your stay.

Check dates and book Ask a question