Kington, Herefordshire
Secluded and tranquil converted railway wagon in Herefordshire with fab amenities, total privacy and an outdoor bath.
Please note that the minimum stay for this property is 2 nights
Wilding Wagon is owned and managed by Adam and Lis.
You can ask a question or make a booking request directly with Adam and Lis.
Solar panels
Compost Toilet
Learn moreRepurposed / renovated building
Upcycled converted vehicle
EV charging point
Learn moreBiodiversity improvement actions
Learn moreRecycling of all recyclable waste
Eco cleaning products
Eco toiletries
Organic and ethically sourced soap / shampoo
Nestled nearly a thousand feet above sea level in a stunning valley, Wilding Wagon is a former railway wagon, now painstakingly converted into a rural retreat. The wagon is also huge inside (it's 35 feet long!) which makes it far more spacious than your average shepherd's hut or wagon. Guests can relax and unwind as this property provides everything that an individual traveller or couple needs for a romantic, off-grid time away. With a deceptively spacious interior and stunning views in every direction, Wilding Wagon is the ultimate getaway for anybody who wants to spend time on the England-Wales border immersed in nature without compromising on the luxury and comfort of a truly special home.
The former wagon has been finished internally with wood, benefits from arched roofs overhead, and is decorated throughout with original features from its former life as a working railway wagon. There is a fully fitted kitchen inside, with a small fridge with a freezer compartment, two burner hob, oven and prep spaces. While there is plenty of space to eat indoors, on warm evenings most guests choose to take their home-cooked meals outside to the deck, or even go on a short picnic to maximise the evening light as they dine.
Despite its seclusion, Wilding Wagon has a rain-shower and eco-friendly compost toilet, as well as, of course, the wood-heated outdoor bath. There is a single bedroom space carved out of the wagon, made up with a king sized bed with all linen provided. As far as entertainment is concerned, spend rainy days playing one of the board games provided, open one of the books the owners have left for you, or plug into the bluetooth speaker to listen to your favourite album, podcast or audiobook.
Days at Wilding Wagon are typically spent outdoors on lengthy hikes with a packed lunch. The area is simply stunning in all four seasons, and guests who enjoy spending time outdoors will love the long sloping valleys, wooded hillsides and clear, starry skies. A great section of Offa's Dyke runs nearby, and experienced walkers can hike it in a few hours, ending up in the friendly and cheery Royal Oak pub in Gladestry. There are multiple other pubs within a five minute drive, like the Harp Inn, with a great selection of local beers and the proud recipient of the Best Pub in Powys Award.
Anybody with an interest in culture, books, and bohemian small towns will be delighted that Hay on Wye is just a 15 minute drive away, with its quaint streets, beautiful architecture and famous book shops. For a slightly more decadent celebratory meal, make an early booking and head to Chapters for the full tasting menu, as featured in the Michelin guide. Elsewhere on the Wye river, watersports enthusiasts can expect everything wild swimming to canoeing at Glasbury.
Please note that the minimum stay for this property is 2 nights
Wilding Wagon is owned and managed by Adam and Lis.
You can ask a question or make a booking request directly with Adam and Lis.
Feb 23/Mar 23:
Midweek 2 night stay - £165 per night
Weekend 3 night stay - £195 per night
Apr 23/May 23:
Midweek 2 night stay - £175 per night
Weekend 3 night stay - £205 per night
(Note: Easter 7/4/23 - 11/4/23 and May Bank Holiday 28/4/23 - 2/5/23 £195 per night midweek and £215 per night weekend)
Jun 23 - Aug 23:
Midweek 2 night stay - £195 per night
Weekend 3 night stay - £205 per night
Sep 23:
Midweek 2 night stay - £175 per night
Weekend 3 night stay - £195 per night
Oct/Nov 23:
Midweek 2 night stay - £165 per night
Weekend 3 night stay - £185 per night
Dec 23/Jan 24
Midweek 2 night stay - £145 per night
Weekend 3 night stay - £175 per night
(Note: Xmas and NY 20/12/23 - 3/1/24 £215 per night)
From Previous Guests
Have you stayed here?
Leave a reviewI could not recommend this enough. It was the most perfect stay. Beautiful inside and out, with amazing little touches. Lis and Adam were brilliant hosts, providing us with everything we needed and more. Went out of their way to help us to ensure we had the best stay. 5 stars doesn’t seem enough. Beautiful scenery and the best sun set/rise from the amazing outdoor bath. Will 1000% be coming back in the summer!
Stayed February 2023
We went in December, weather was wet and cold. However the Wagon was a wonderful stay, outdoor bath in the cold evening made it even better. Lovely hosts, couldn't do enough for you. Beautiful scenery. We will definitely be coming back in warmer months to explore. Highly recommended. Ian&Lou
Stayed December 2022
What a find! We had a truly lovely stay, an excellent weekend break (and escape from the children!) We only stayed two nights but were sad to leave. We felt we barely scratched the surface of exploring the local area, and would happily have stayed a week or more. The railway carriage is fantastically fitted out, really making the most of the space, with a beautifully authentic feel. The wagon is even cited on rails, sleepers and ballast! There are small but sufficient cooking facilities (gas) and a surprisingly luxurious shower. There’s a cosy log burner but if you do any cooking on the stove that’ll likely be more than enough to keep it warm. Outside there’s a fire pit too to sit round and enjoy the views from. I understand the owners have only recently finished kitting it all out and opening it up, and you do feel the labour of love that has clearly gone into it. The wood stove heated bath is just lovely into the night gazing up at the moon and stars, and you can drop the privacy screening to look out over the fields. Not having tried one before I wondered what it would be like vs a bubbly hot tub, but it was just wonderfully calm and relaxing, exactly what you need after a good day’s trekking. I didn’t miss the bubbles at all - instead you get the still silent calmness (no whirring or hum of a hot tub - just hear the sheep bleating!). We were lucky enough to time our stay with May’s super moon so it was all the better in the bright natural moonlight. (There are atmospheric outdoor lights if needed.) In such a remote rural location it was all the better for the owners approach to sustainability and making things as eco friendly as possible. All fitting in with the owners goals for re-‘wilding’ the land. Adam and Lis, the owners, were super helpful, answering our barrage of questions before the stay, and on hand if needed whilst we were there, but also left us to our secluded getaway. Overall, a highly recommended stay.
Stayed May 2022
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