About The School Room

The School Room is a spacious studio apartment inside a Victorian schoolhouse built in the 1830s in Kington, Herefordshire. Part of the Kington Apartments group, The School Room sits right in the town centre with picture windows looking out to Bradnor Hill. The Victorian schoolroom theme runs throughout with antique furnishings and period features that make it genuinely different.

Kington is a small market town in the Welsh Marches on the Herefordshire and Powys border. Shops, pubs, cafes and a fantastic local butcher are two minutes on foot. The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking and cycling with Offa's Dyke Path passing close by. Hay-on-Wye and the Brecon Beacons are both within easy reach.

The accommodation is a single open-plan studio sleeping up to two adults and two children. It includes a king-size double bed, two single sofa beds, a fitted kitchen, dining area and sitting area. There is a separate shower room. All linen, towels and fuel are included. Please note: there is no hot tub at this property.

Nearby attractions include Hay-on-Wye (16 miles, 30 mins), Hergest Croft Gardens (1 mile, 5 mins), Offa's Dyke Centre in Knighton (13 miles, 25 mins) and Hereford Cathedral (20 miles, 35 mins).

Hosts Sarah and Roger are known for warm welcome packs including wine, cider and biscuits. The School Room suits couples and small families who want a well-equipped base in the heart of the Welsh Marches.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tv, dvd, wifi, books, games and dvds
✓All fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Cot and highchair on request
✓Guests are welcome to use the garden
✓Storage area for two bicycles
✓Free parking in town square 50 metres from property (guests can pull up outside property to load/unload)
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓Shops and pubs 2 mins walk
✓Note: five stone steps up to front door, further four steps inside property
✓Note: property can sleep max 2 adults and 2 children

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The School Room Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding The School Room during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Herefordshire's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Hergest Croft Gardens

Distance: 1 mile (5 mins)

HR5 3EG

Hay-on-Wye Bookshops & Town

Distance: 16 miles (30 mins)

HR3 5AE

Offa's Dyke Centre, Knighton

Distance: 13 miles (25 mins)

LD7 1EN

Offa's Dyke Path (Kington Section)

Distance: Starts in town

HR5 3BA

Bradnor Hill

Distance: 1 mile (15 min walk)

HR5 3RE

Arrow Valley Walk

Distance: Starts in town

HR5 3BA

Kington Town Centre Shops

Distance: 2 mins walk

HR5 3BA

Local Butcher, Kington

Distance: 2 mins walk

HR5 3BA

Hay-on-Wye Independent Shops

Distance: 16 miles (30 mins)

HR3 5AE

Kington Town Square

Distance: 50 metres

HR5 3BA

Leominster (nearest rail link)

Distance: 14 miles (25 mins)

HR6 8AA

Hereford City Centre

Distance: 20 miles (35 mins)

HR1 2AA

Hergest Croft Gardens

Distance: 1 mile (5 mins)

HR5 3EG

Hay-on-Wye Bookshops & Town

Distance: 16 miles (30 mins)

HR3 5AE

Offa's Dyke Centre, Knighton

Distance: 13 miles (25 mins)

LD7 1EN

Offa's Dyke Path (Kington Section)

Distance: Starts in town

HR5 3BA

Bradnor Hill

Distance: 1 mile (15 min walk)

HR5 3RE

Arrow Valley Walk

Distance: Starts in town

HR5 3BA

Kington Town Centre Shops

Distance: 2 mins walk

HR5 3BA

Local Butcher, Kington

Distance: 2 mins walk

HR5 3BA

Hay-on-Wye Independent Shops

Distance: 16 miles (30 mins)

HR3 5AE

Kington Town Square

Distance: 50 metres

HR5 3BA

Leominster (nearest rail link)

Distance: 14 miles (25 mins)

HR6 8AA

Hereford City Centre

Distance: 20 miles (35 mins)

HR1 2AA

Is The School Room Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

A cot and highchair are available on request. The sofa beds sleep two children and one reviewer noted the property is baby-friendly with no sharp corners and toys provided. The town square is 50 metres away and open countryside walks start from the front door.

For Couples

The School Room is repeatedly described by guests as a perfect couples' bolthole. The king-size bed, peaceful studio setting and welcome gifts of wine, prosecco or cider from hosts Sarah and Roger set the tone. Kington's pubs and cafes are two minutes on foot.

Pet Friendly

Pets are not permitted at The School Room. Guests travelling with animals will need to look at alternative properties in the area. The surrounding countryside and Offa's Dyke Path are excellent for dog walking but the property itself does not accept them.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The School Room

Border Bean Café, Kington

Located 2 mins walk from your accommodation.

Postcode: HR5 3BA

The Swan Hotel, Kington

Located 3 mins walk from your accommodation.

Postcode: HR5 3AX

The Oxford Arms, Kington

Located 3 mins walk from your accommodation.

Postcode: HR5 3BA

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The School Room

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, The School Room does not have a hot tub. It is a studio apartment inside a Victorian schoolhouse focused on comfort and character rather than outdoor spa facilities.

Is it pet friendly?

No, pets are not permitted at The School Room. Guests travelling without animals will find the property well-suited to couples and small families.

How many people can The School Room sleep?

The property sleeps a maximum of two adults and two children. The king-size double bed accommodates the adults and two single sofa beds are available for children.

Is there parking at the property?

There is no private on-site parking. Free parking is available in the town square approximately 50 metres away and guests can pull up directly outside to load and unload.

What is the layout of the property?

The School Room is a studio apartment, meaning the bedroom, sitting area, dining area and kitchen are all within one open-plan space. The bathroom is the only separate room.

Is the property accessible?

There are five stone steps up to the front door and a further four steps inside the property. This is an important consideration for guests with limited mobility.

What is included in the rental price?

All fuel and power, bed linen and towels are included in the rent. A cot and highchair are available on request at no extra charge.

What is there to do near The School Room?

Kington sits on Offa's Dyke Path and is an excellent base for walking and cycling. Hay-on-Wye, the Brecon Beacons and Hergest Croft Gardens are all within 30 minutes by car.

The School Room Reviews

Stephen

Lovely accommodation and friendly owner, would definitely book again in the future.

Had a lovely stay in the School room, had everything we needed, nice town with independent small shops.

We loved it. Slightly quirky with fun touches relating to a Victorian schoolroom. Very comfortable and all you could need

We have stayed here before and will come back again! Its such a lovely large airy room that it was comfortable to sleep in, even during a heatwave. All the facilities we needed and a great place to bring bicycles as you can put them in the passage just outside your front door. So central to the beautiful historic town of Kington which seems to get even better over the years.

Michaela

We enjoyed our stay in a School Room. Welcome drinks with biscuits, very pleasant and friendly lady Sarah who showed us everything upon arrival, gave information about pubs and restaurants in the area. The school room is a large and spacious room with a fully equipped kitchen, a large comfortable bed, 2 couches, Tv, a lots of books and some games. A short distance to centre with lots of shops, pubs, restaurants and to a Kington park with playground. Thank you very much for everything and we would like to recommend The School Room.

Caroline

We felt completely relaxed and at home in this property which had absolutely ... We felt completely relaxed and at home in this property which had absolutely everything you could need and is located right in the centre of Kington Sarah was a perfect host who lives in the adjoining property and therefore is in hand if you need her We would definitely return

A super clean well furnished very large open plan space, Comfortable bed and sofa's one each to lounge on! Fully equipped well laid out kitchen , A very inviting charming garden, well worth setting up an afternoon tea for yourselves if you have the time and weather. A lot of history to this building, It's very well placed in the market town, for walks and exploring the wonderful surrounding countryside. We wish you all happy stays at The School Room and especially the welcoming and highly knowledgably host Sarah. Thank you again Sarah, see you soon as soon can beesic It was an absolute hoot.

We loved the School Room it was even bigger than we expected, and wonderfully cool in the recent heatwave. Despite being so close to town it was totally peaceful, with a beautiful and tiny courtyard garden. Very good base for walks in lots of directions.

A lovely place to stay. Everything we needed was available. A central position in a small town with good facilities.

The School Room is a characterful and comfortable place to stay. The biscuits and cider left for us was a very nice touch, thank you. Walks out to the countryside on the doorstep. Just minutes walk to the town centre where we enjoyed the Broad Bean cafe, bought from two High Street butchers, and made several visits to the Swan pub. Altogether, a really relaxing few days in Kington. A lovely place with friendly and warm people.

For a Victorian building we were very comfortable, so Sarah had thought of and provided everything we needed. Especially appreciated the bedside lights that also charged our iPhones, and the welcome bottle of cider with French nibbles! Thanks John & Terri

Debbie

The School Room was a delightful venue for our Easter break. It mixes a historical feel with more modern day facilities and has a real charm. The owners were very welcoming and left us some lovely welcome gifts for our arrival. Despite being a single room, it was lovely and spacious and amply comfortable for a family of 4. The area itself is really beautiful, with great walks from the doorstep and a selection of lovely local pubs to eat and drink at if desired We enjoyed a great meal at the Swan Hotel, played darts and even joined in with a fun karaoke evening! I would definitely recommend this venue if you love walking or want to explore the Welsh, English borders.

Sarah-jane

The School Room was everything we could have wanted and more, such a lovely place to stay. We had all we needed and Sarah was very attentive and thoughtful leaving the wine and biscuits! A great place to stay for our weekend away, visiting Hay on Wye on Saturday and Leominster on our journey home on Sunday.

Hilary

Very welcoming. The accommodation was spacious, comfortable and well equipped a perfect bolthole for a couple. We would definitely book again if we were visiting the area.

JOANNE

A lovely quaint, quirky and very cosy cottage. It's situated in a lovely place and the owner was very friendly and welcoming.

Patricia

Enjoyed our second stay. Good value. It is a studio apartment but is really roomy. Decently but not over equipped kitchen. There isn't a freezer but there is a small icebox in the fridge you can get some ice cubes and a small bag of frozen veg in it. The village has a decent selection of shops a short walk away so you can top up easily. Very nicely located for walking or visiting the area.

Cressida

Wonderful stay in a beautiful old room with thoughtful hosts. Just perfect!

Wonderful space, comfortable and warm. Welcome treats lovely thank you. Perfect location for walking around the area, would definitely recommend!

We were pleasantly surprised at the spaciousness of the accommodation, despite everything being in one room. The situation was ideal, with just a short walk into the town and a short walk in other directions out into the countryside. So many good walks from the door!

Christine

Although it is a studio apartment it is very spacious and well equipped. Well placed to visit surrounding areas such as Brecon Beacons, Hay on Wye, Hereford and Offa's Dyke. Have stayed here before and look forward to a repeat visit. Would recommend this property.

Adrian

We had a lovely stay at the school room. Its very roomy with with many a nod to its history. Ideal spot in Kington and great for visiting the surrounding area.

Wenjing

Overall, very nice experience. The owners were very thoughtful and provided everything we needed for the holiday. The place is clean and cosy. Its great that we can control our own room temperature. We were staying with a 15 months baby. The place is baby friendly, enough toys to entertain her, but no sharp corners to cause the danger. We will stay again when travelling in the region next time.

We have had a lovely stay in the School Room. It provided us great comfort and a good base for exploring nearby tourist attractions. In particular, having two little kids with us in one big room was perfect for us.

Patricia

We had a really lovely break, the area is gorgeous. The property is spacious, comfortable and airy. It is in the village but is not noisy. It is open planstudio apart from the bathroom so is ideal for a couple. The owner was very friendly and there was a nice welcome pack which we enjoyed. The kitchen has enough crockery etc to be able to self cater. The fridge had an ice box freezer compartment, but there are some very nice food shops very close by, with two convenience shops for the last minute things in the evening, and a reasonable sized coop the other side of the village but still walkable. There were pubs and takeaways too so food was very easy. The nearby car park was very busy on the Friday and Saturday evenings, it also services the local residents and the pub restaurant so I would recommend getting back early on those evenings. It was lovely to see such a vibrant village in a great area. Fabulous for walkers.

Pauline

Roger and Sarah were our hosts. Sarah met us on arrival and showed us the School Room. It was much bigger and more spacious than we had expected. The kitchen was well equipped, with everything necessary for preparing and cooking meals, if you wanted too. The living are was very comfortable and the huge bed, super comfortable. The location is excellent for walking or for taking a short drive to explore. Roger and Sarah were readily available to answer any queries we may have had, but respected our privacy. We enjoyed a very comfortable stay here.

Sophie

We really enjoyed our stay at the school room, the perfect location and such a kind host. The cottage has everything you need for a relaxing visit to Herefordshire. Kington itself is a lovely little town with a few shops and pubs, so picturesque, we would certainly visit again!

A very well equipped and comfortable appartment. We enjoyed our stay enormously and will return.

Kathryn

What a lovely place to stay! It was well placed and easy to find, and Sarah was very welcoming. The place itself had everything I needed, including a pile of leaflets about local attractions and walks something not found everywhere, but really helpful.

Christine

Have stayed at this property before. Although all in one room, it is very spacious and each area well planned. It is very well equipped. It was clean and the welcome pack was much appreciated. The property is situated in an area with easy access to local tourist areas. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this property.

We had a wonderful stay at the school room, the place was lovely and full of character features and furniture. The welcome pack left by Sarah was most welcome. We will definitely visit again.

Really enjoyed everything about the School Room from walking through the outside door to finding the lovely personally touched in the apartment. So quiet and peaceful,the setting was perfect

We had a lovely time in this very comfortable place Very quiet and relaxing Thank you

Pamela

Arrived at the property to be greeted by a very nice lady who made us feel very welcome. The School Room was absolutely beautiful and very clean. The owner had even left us a box of biscuits, some wine and a bottle of elderflower juice. Would highly recommend staying there.

A lovely and relaxing stay in The School Room, extremely quiet location. A great base for exploring the local area and further afield. Plenty of information leaflets to look through and plan your time in Herefordshire. The biscuits and Prosecco a welcome touch.

Christopher

The School Room is a gem of accommodation in a beautiful area of Welsh Borders between the Welsh Hills you have a stunning view of Bradnor Hill right out of your window and bucolic black and white villages of Herefordshire. The period property is converted into a tasteful, comfortable and spacious accommodation with all modern conveniences. The owner is an interesting and delightful person eager to satisfy any possible request. We greatly enjoyed our holiday there and fully recommend it. Lena and Chris.

Catherine

This is the second time my husband and have stayed at the School Room, I was not disappointed. Its a delightful place to stay, it has all the facilities you need for a comfortable stay. Kington is a lovely town, with lots of great walks and places to eat. Its easy to reach the surrounding towns and Hay in Wales, where we visited the book festival.

Patrick

The accommodation was as described comfortable and clean .

Graham

My wife and I felt at home from the minute we went into the School Room. The accommodation comprised one large room cleverly designed with a wellequipped kitchen and dining area,a cosy corner with settees,a t.v. and a bookcase with a collection of excellent reading materials. To complete the layout,there was a comfy bed,a generous wardrobe and a huge opened desk fronted by an easel with a Welcome message scribed on it.Sarah,the host, gave us a brief history of the building and made it clear we could ask her or her husband Rogers advice at any time. There was literature available clearly giving ideas of local walks on and around Offas Dyke plus details of eating and drinking establishments in Kington and the surrounding area. Our first visit to this part of England,well be back! Graham and Val Palmer

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