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
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Upcycled converted vehicle
Biodiversity improvement actions
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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.
From Previous Guests
Have you stayed here?
Leave a reviewHad a fantastic time, the Wilding Wagon was perfect. So idyllic, tucked away in it's own wild flower field with beautiful views over the valley. The outside bath was perfect to relax in and take in the views. The wagon had everything we needed for our short weekend break and Lisa and Andy were perfect hosts. A very special place to get away and just relax.
Stayed August 2024
A beautiful wagon, in an outstanding location. We’re a well established couple in our 30’s who were looking for a holiday to just be together, away from the world. Upon finding the wagon advertised here we booked it with ease immediately, the hosts were easy to contact and professional to do business with. Our journey started peacefully after locating the cabin without any problems. We were immediately impressed by the seclusion and the many thoughtful extras left by the hosts (Charcoal cheese is delicious- who knew?) We were left to self check in which suited us perfectly. We wanted to be left alone and we got it. Everything was easy to understand and we had no troubles whatsoever, but we knew our hosts were only a text away should we have had a problem. We’d packed food for the six night stay and planned meals carefully. The fridge and freezer, though small, were ample for our week’s supplies. Having both the fridge and oven was a huge bonus for the sort of holiday we prefer. The outdoor tub was lovely, we were amazed to have the weather to enjoy it both hot and cold. We were lucky enough to enjoy long days watching red kites, dusky evenings with bat displays and dark nights under vast stars. We’ve stayed in lots of similar accommodation and we’ve never once returned anywhere yet, but Wilding Wagon, I’m sure will tempt us back. It suits our style of holidaying to an absolute tee!
Stayed July 2024
If you are looking for an 'off grid' break away, then you don't need to look any further. The Wilding Wagon is beautiful. It has everything you need, from essential pots and pans through to dressing gowns for snuggling up by the fire. Adam and Lis were wonderful hosts, there if we needed them for anything, and left us in complete privacy for us to enjoy this wonderful wagon. I tried very hard to find something negative about our stay, but honestly there were nothing. We will definitely be returning to experience the wagon in a different season. If you are reading this then don't hesitate to press the 'book' button.
Stayed May 2024
This was one of the most magical stays we have ever had and given it was the weekend we got engaged, the owners couldn’t have been more thoughtful in making extra special! The wagon is an absolute dream and the attention to detail is amazing. You truly feel at one with nature and the views are absolutely amazing. We would 100% recommend it and would love to revisit someday. Five stars all round!!
Stayed June 2023
We had a perfect weekend away staying in this beautifully put together wagon. It had everything we needed and more. The wood fired bath was incredible. To be sat outside surrounded by the most beautiful landscape, watching birds of prey swooping through the clouds is banked as one of my ‘calm places’. Super comfy bed, hot shower and a lovely little gift hamper. Adam and Liz were super helpful too. So knowledgable of the area and gave us lots of info for walking and wild swim spots. Deffos recommend! If you want a relaxing weekend away, you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed April 2023
Wow, what can I say! We were looking for a secluded setting to spend the week for some much needed R&R and this certainly ticked all the boxes. The wagon has been beautifully restored and is fully equipped with everything you could need, including an ample supply of logs for the fire & bath. The owners have considered everything, even down to the position of the wagon making it so private with only the sheep for neighbours. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t kind to us during our stay but that didn’t affect us at all, as we spent most days chilling out by the fire or relaxing in the outdoor bath (which was surprisingly hotter than expected and actually very refreshing in the rain) The views are just breathtaking, and on our last evening we managed to catch a glimpse of a few stars overhead. If you are looking for somewhere to unwind and reconnect with nature, this is the place for you. Thank you Adam and Lis for letting us share this little slice of heaven. We hope to be back soon!!
Stayed March 2023
I 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
My boyfriend and I came here recently for my birthday weekend and what a find it was! The wagon is located in a very secluded area but Adam and Lis were close enough to come help us if we needed. We loved how private it was. We arrived quite late and when we got there Adam had heated the outdoor bath so we could enjoy our first night as soon as we arrived. The outdoor tub was great and the view of the land around the area was beautiful. We were lucky enough to get a sky full of stars at night time, that was definitely one of our favourite features. The wagon itself was amazing. It was clean and very homely. Everything was environmentally friendly which was great. Adam and Lis are great hosts and kindly provide essentials also some welcoming gifts which was a great touch to our stay. There are many walk routes around the area and the location is beautiful. We had a lovely weekend and we are definitely going to be making a return to the wagon.
Stayed August 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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