The Welsh Gatehouse Reviews 25

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great advanced information including full directions. Very special property and a great alternative to run of the mill alternatives. Well equipped and very cosy with the fire on in the evenings. Nice... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We stayed here from 24th -27th December and had the most magical Christmas escape for 3 days. Juliet and William have restored the gatehouse beautifully and thought of every possible thing.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would really recommend a stay at the Gatehouse. It's so beautiful and quirky. The information folder is really helpful and friendly. It was the perfect gift for my partner's birthday 😀.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We stayed while exploring southern Wales and the Wye Valley. Great location, beautiful property. The room itself is charming, especially after touring local castles and ruins. FYI, the stairs are q... See more

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  1. Holiday Apartment Rental
  2. Historical Landmark

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!!Award Winning!! in the Category: 2024 Unique Accommodation in Wales NOW WELCOMING ELECTRIC VEHICLES WITH OUR NEW CHARGING POINT! 13th Century Historic Holiday Rental A Medieval Gatehouse For Two People


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely unique property

Great advanced information including full directions. Very special property and a great alternative to run of the mill alternatives. Well equipped and very cosy with the fire on in the evenings. Nice touches with some of the treats left (chocolate, Welsh Cakes, bread, milk and cheese etc.). Definitely recommend for anyone wanting a memorable stay.

28 March 2026
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review. We love to hear about people enjoying their stays, and we are so glad you had a great time. We hope to host you again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would really recommend a stay at the…

I would really recommend a stay at the Gatehouse. It's so beautiful and quirky. The information folder is really helpful and friendly. It was the perfect gift for my partner's birthday 😀.

24 March 2026
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We really hope we can host you again in the future! Thank you for being such excellent guests!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful setting home from home

We stayed here from 24th -27th December and had the most magical Christmas escape for 3 days.

Juliet and William have restored the gatehouse beautifully and thought of every possible thing.
When we arrived it had been decorated for Christmas and the log fire made it just perfect.

We briefly braved the roof to get a look at the amazing view and really felt as if we were in our own little castle.
We’ll treasure the memories forever and will be back for sure. Anyone thinking about this please do not hesitate - you will not be disappointed.

24 December 2025
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We are so delighted to hear you had a wonderful stay, and thank you for this beautiful review. We hope to host you again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Unique Gatehouse

What a lovely, unique place to be able to stop in. From the great directions given by Juliet the property which is lovely with steep stairs, well laid out living area and even rooftop views. The goodies basket is a lovely extra.

29 November 2025
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We are so thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay with us! You were excellent guests and we hope to host you again in future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Wow, just wow.

Wow! What a fabulous place to stay! We had 3 nights in the Gatehouse, it’s an incredible experience. Juliet is a great host, everything seems to have been thought of, and the welcome pack is a nice touch and much appreciated.

23 November 2025
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We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will stay with us again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing place to stay

Amazing place to stay. Will definitely return. Couldn’t recommend enough. From the booking to the stay. Everything was excellent

30 October 2025
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and we hope to welcome you again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

One if the best location i have ever…

One if the best location i have ever been to, so unique and beautiful. All the things that make you feel welcome, the food hamper, all the amenities you need. And we even had a lovely surprise gift for our honeymoon.

17 October 2025
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We are delighted to hear you had such a wonderful honeymoon and are honoured to have given you that experience! We hope to welcome you again in the future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely stay in a truly unique property

Lovely stay in a truly unique property

10 October 2025
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We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay, thank you for your review and we hope you will come and stay with us again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

What a wonderful place to stay

What a wonderful place to stay. We really loved the historic building and the beautiful area. We'll definitely be back.

11 September 2025
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Thank you so much for your review, we are really happy you had such a good time and hope to host you again!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Amazing house with a soul.

Amazing house with a soul.
Staying in Gatehouse was an amazing experience, not only the surrounding brings you already into a meditative state, but the whole house atmosphere and setup bring you exactly where you want to be. Do you want to write a book? Have some "me" time? Or having the best quiet time in 2? Everything is there.

7 September 2025
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We are so happy to hear you found some peace in our property, and that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you again in future.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had an amazing time here

Had an amazing time here!
The building is beautiful, the bed is really comfortable and we had everything we needed to have the best night.

Communication before hand was top notch and the owners were extremely friendly and accommodating.

We will 100% be coming back and are considering it for our little honeymoon break

6 September 2025
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are so pleased that we were able to give you a special break away, and we truly hope to host you again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely stay

Host provided us with detailed information from the beginning. Host was friendly over the internet which made booking with them a pleasure.

It is a beautiful historical building with great views on the castle and surroundings. I would call this location quite unique. Many sights in South Wales and Cotswolds are within easy reach.
It is an old building and getting up the stairs might be a challenge for some but the hosts are clear about that from the beginning.

We booked thru a booking platform so we did not have to pay until a few weeks in advance. Would be nice to have that booking option directly with this location.

All in all, we found the Welsh Gatehouse to be a unique gem in a lovely surrounding
We loved to stay here and we would book again whenever we are near.

22 August 2025
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Reply from The Welsh Gatehouse

Thank you Bianco. For your kind words. And yes, I agree the Welsh Gatehouse is a unique gem. That's a perfect description.

We'd love to welcome you again.

The cheapest way to book is directly through our website www.welshgatehouse.com where you can pay a deposit, and then pay the rest closer to your stay.

Thanks for your kind words and your review, which will help others who are thinking of staying in our historical holiday let. We really appreciate you taking the time to do this.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A quirky but lovely property !

A quirky but lovely property !

Great attention to detail by the hosts which made our visit very relaxing. Lots to explore nearby in this lovely corner of Monmouthshire.

You''ll enjoy your stay here

19 August 2025
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Reply from The Welsh Gatehouse

Bless you, thank you for your lovely words. We hope you'll visit us again.
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantasic!

Lovely, atmospheric, historic building, helpful hosts and a good pub nearby if you don't want to cook. Would highly recommend.

5 July 2025
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We hope we will see you again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic stay at a truly unique property

We’ve just returned from a wonderful stay at the Welsh Gatehouse. It is one of the most unique and charming places we’ve ever stayed in. It has original features like old stone walls, a gorgeous spiral staircase, and an accessible turret . Really like your own little castle. Yet, it also feels warm and welcoming.

The space is just right for a relaxing break. The living area is snug and comfortable. There is a fabulous log burner which sadly we didn’t need on this trip. Darn sunny days lol. The kitchen has absolutely everything you need. The bedroom in the eaves is magical - just like sleeping in your own little hideaway.

Juliet, the host, was fantastic. Communication before and during our stay was perfect. We also really appreciated the welcome basket she left for us. It was a really thoughtful touch, filled with lovely local treats.

The Welsh Gatehouse is in a peaceful spot but still close enough to Chepstow and the Wye Valley for exploring. There is also a local pub an easy walk from the property for a cheeky glass of wine or for a lovely meal. A highlight for us were the views from the top of the tower, which are just stunning.

All in all we have to say that we found the Welsh Gatehouse to be a perfect mix of history, charm and comfort. We loved it and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it to anyone looking for a memorable and relaxing break.

29 July 2025
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Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are so thirlled you had a brilliant time and look forward to hosting you again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic place

Amazing historic building with old spiral staircase. Great facilities and nice welcome package. Very well organized instructions pre-visit and during stay.

19 July 2025
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Reply from The Welsh Gatehouse

Thanks for your kind words Andy. Much appreciated. Hope you may visit us again, if you are in the UK.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Welsh Gatehouse have shown…

The Welsh Gatehouse have shown professionalism and an amazing attention to detail, they go above and beyond for their visitors and go that extra mile. Congratulations on such a well deserved award

24 June 2025
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Reply from The Welsh Gatehouse

Re the WALES PRESTIGE AWARD 2025 - HISTORIC ACCOMMODATION OF THE YEAR. We are absolutely delighted to have been awarded this, and Fenice, you are the first person to publicly congratulate us on this. It is an honour, and a delight to receive this award. Thank you for your kind comments.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding

We stayed while exploring southern Wales and the Wye Valley. Great location, beautiful property. The room itself is charming, especially after touring local castles and ruins. FYI, the stairs are quite steep and the bed is a loft. Owners' attention to detail is impressive. An amazing experience from start to finish. Highly recommend both the Gatehouse and southern Wales!

10 May 2025
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review. Giving our guests the best experience possible is our main goal, and we are thrilled we delivered this for you. We hope to see you both again in the future!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Gem of a gatehouse!

We had a wonderful weekend at this absolute gem of a gatehouse. Really homely but quirky too! Fabulous location in a beautiful area of the UK! Chepstow, Tintern, the Forest of Dean and more are within super easy reach! The gatehouse was clean, cosy and comfortable and included everything we may have needed. Wifi was great! A smart tv would have been better but we enjoyed selecting DVDs to watch in the evening! We loved watching the sun go down from the turret and the logburner was perfect with plenty of fuel for our stay! This is a real adult 'den', can't recommend it enough. My partner loves castles and this was the perfect birthday surprise for him! Communication from the owners was excellent, very hospitable stay. Thank you!

28 February 2025
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Reply from The Welsh Gatehouse

Thanks for your lovely review. We have been using an amazon fire-stick which makes the TV into a 'smart TV' for about a year - but the instructions are in the white folder and you may have missed them! Sorry if that wasn't clear enough. But we are glad you liked the DVD's. - Juliet

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had a lovely few days at the…

We had a lovely few days at the Gatehouse and found the area delightful to visit. The Gatehouse is the perfect location to discover south Wales and surrounds. It is tastefully decorated and ideal for a couple looking to get away from it all.

1 May 2024
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Reply from The Welsh Gatehouse

Thank you so much for your kind words, we are really happy you enjoyed your stay! We hope you stay with us again!

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