this has been my second stay at The Stoep. Coming at a different time of year has given me a chance to see the whole area in a different season, and it is equally as beautiful.
i have had lovely walks, experienced wildlife close up, and fully unwound from my everyday life.
I love the ecological aspect to the venue: and for me I would much rather stay here on holiday with Jude and Hugh, knowing they care for the environment - and built The Stoep in an environmentally sensitive way.
Jude and Hugh are kind and warm hosts, who are quietly thoughtful...
Tracy from stayed at The Stoep for 5 nights in April 2025
Relaxing rest at Wildernest
Review submitted on Sun, 28 Apr 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Wildernest, with the Stoep providing a great space to relax and unwind! We loved the view, watching the many birds feeding, and reading in front of the fire during the evening. Hugh and Jude have created and run a wonderful place, which is well worth a visit!
Guest from Shrewsbury stayed at The Stoep for 5 nights in April 2024
The perfect escape to nature
Review submitted on Thu, 18 Apr 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
Another wonderful stay at Wildernest. The Stoep is so beautifully and skilfully designed - we loved all the little details from the wooden hooks in the larch frame to the swing-out mirror. And so enjoyed relaxing on the verandah, watching the birds tucking into the bird feeder, and going for a stroll through the meadow and around the farm. Hugh & Jude were so welcoming and friendly. We hope to come back again in future. :)
Natalia from Frome stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in April 2024
Birthday stay, bliss at the Stoep
Review submitted on Wed, 06 Mar 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
I picked the Stoep as a real treat for my birthday and it did not disappoint; we bumped into Hugh when we arrived which we appreciated, he made us feel very welcome, and the moment we walked into the Stoep I felt the warmth and peace of the place. Everything was pristine, really well-thought out. We settled in immediately and relished the next few days ahead of us. The bird feeders were full of peanuts and I sat in bed each morning with my binoculars and a cup of tea watching blue tits, great tits, nutchatch, blackbirds and woodpeckers. We ate lots of delicious meals and enjoyed glasses of red wine by the log-burner. It was a wonderful stay and we really would love to come back one day, thank you!
Leo from Bristol stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in February 2024
Uniquely constructed house
Review submitted on Thu, 29 Jun 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
A unique place to relax and enjoy nature, walk on the coast and visit historical sites .
We have enjoyed watching many kinds of birds outside our porch whilst eating our breakfast. We have marvelled at the quality of the craftsmanship in the construction of our accommodation. We have felt at peace here.
Alec from Portsmouth stayed at The Stoep for 7 nights in June 2023
Secluded well designed eco retreat
Review submitted on Mon, 26 Jun 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Secluded well designed eco retreat - great view of bird life across meadows and replanted trees -poplars ad willows
Richard from Greenwich stayed at The Stoep for 7 nights in June 2023
We had great time !
Review submitted on Mon, 15 May 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
I was the lucky one that stoep was available 1 week before arrival. We enjoyed every single moment.
Stoep cabin's layout and design are well thoughts. For example, it has everything you need (even a make up mirror) but you still feel there is sufficient space. It's really tidy and organise cabin make you feel like home. You don't need a sunny day to get sufficient nature light as the light from the roof makes the day. The surrounding is green and quiet which is a great choice to escape from city life.
Hugh & Jude are lovely couple and hosts who offers great farm eggs. I am glad that I have found it. Moreover, I am grateful to have met Hugh & Jude.
Maggie from London stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in May 2023
A beautiful anniversary stay
Review submitted on Sun, 18 Dec 2022
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We stayed here for our 1st wedding anniversary and had a lovely time. The location is beautiful, very peaceful and private. The Stoep is kitted out with everything you could need to be self catering and has very comfortable sofa, chairs and bed. The host met us on arrival and live on site, they made themselves available in case we needed anything during our stay. We had a wonderful stay and will be returning!
Jasmin from Leeds stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in December 2022
A great relaxing weekend
Review submitted on Sun, 16 Oct 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Thank you for a beautiful relaxing weekend at the Stoop. We visited the 2 bed house last year and loved it so much, we wanted to return. We decided to check out The Stoop and we were not disappointed.
Such beautiful space, Lovely and warm, didn’t even light the fire as we expected. So quite. I sat on the porch one morning listening to the birds, meditated, and did some yoga. Totally excluded, nobody else about.
I must say I missed the hens and cockerels coming to visit. Maybe something to do with having to be In because of bird flu.
Definitely want to return.
Gretta from Manchester stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in October 2022
Another idyllic stay!
Review submitted on Sun, 02 Oct 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
For the second time this year, we have enjoyed another perfect break at Wildernest. In June we stayed in Cuddfan, and this time we were in the Stoep..
Everything about it was ideal - a tranquil location; the Stoep is a beautifully constructed and designed tiny house. The attention to detail in the interior is amazing - it was warm and cosy (so much in fact, that we didn't even need to use the wood burner). When you stay there it feels like you are within a proper nature reserve. All you can hear is birdsong and cows.
As before, we had a home-cooked meal from Jude on arrival, which is a real treat - delicious!
Again we felt re-energised, rested and didn't want to leave... Shame we have to return to the real world.
Many thanks to Hugh & Jude for all their hard work - they are an inspiration.
Catherine from Tring stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in September 2022
Amazing
Review submitted on Mon, 01 Aug 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
I think the fact this is my 3rd stay in as many years speaks volumes about everything, very sad to be leaving but will be back very soon.
Wouldn't change a thing.
Louise from stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in July 2022
Easter stress busting break
Review submitted on Sun, 17 Apr 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
A wonderfully peaceful break at this little slice of heaven…. We went from stressed city people to calm soothed souls in just a few hours… the stoep is beautifully designed for comfort and rest amid a beautiful landscape surrounded with birdsong - cannot recommend highly enough!
Sasha from Bristol stayed at The Stoep for 4 nights in April 2022
The Magnificent Stoep
Review submitted on Sat, 09 Apr 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
The Stoep is a wonderfully peaceful retreat, beatifully presented with everything you could need. The hosts, Hugh & Jude are brilliant.
It made for a fantastic wedding anniversary getaway.
Matt from Stockport stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in March 2022
Beautiful homes in a relaxing and aptly wild location
Review submitted on Mon, 21 Mar 2022
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We stayed in the Stoep which is a beautifully designed and cosy straw bale building, perfect for to get away from it all and recharge the batteries from city life. Would really recommend it!
sarah from stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in March 2022
A beautifully remote & cosy log cabin
Review submitted on Mon, 06 Sep 2021
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
We loved our stay in this cosy log cabin which has been decorated to perfection. The views out towards the woods and the hills were stunning and it felt like we were outside, even when we were indoors! Hugh and Jude were great hosts and provided us with everything we needed to cook our fresh mackerel from Aberaeron on the open fire pit right outside the cabin. Highly recommend!
Eloise from Bristol stayed at The Stoep for 4 nights in August 2021
A perfect getaway
Review submitted on Tue, 06 Jul 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
A beautiful location and accommodation. Ideal for birdlovers and walkers and close to many interesting places to visit.
Helen and Jack from stayed at The Stoep for 2 nights in July 2021
Good to be back!
Review submitted on Thu, 13 May 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Wonderful few days at The Stoep. I’ve stayed at Wildernest before, but this was my first time at The Stoep and it certainly did not disappoint!
The expansive glass front made me feel I was outside, yet I was warm and cosy, enjoying the comfort of a dwelling thoughtfully designed with an eye for detail.
Hosts Hugh and Jude were welcoming while still adhering to COVID regulations.
The extensive meadows and woods at Wildernest are home to a host of birds and wildlife...the whole experience is a delight.
I would have liked to stay for longer, but I’ll be back!
Mair from Llangollen stayed at The Stoep for 4 nights in May 2021
Glorious hidden retreat.
Review submitted on Mon, 03 May 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Wildernest is a beautiful secluded sheltered spot. Run by great hosts Hugh & Jude, lovely couple with great local knowledge on brilliant walks.
The Stoep is a fantastic place to unwind, rest and enjoy the bird song. I stayed for three nights all though felt that wasn’t enough time. Wished I stayed for more :) as you wouldn’t want to leave the well equipped hay cabin.
Wildernest is set in a great location close to the beaches and all the see side activities along the Ceredigion coast.
Diolch Hugh & Jude
Mared from London stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in April 2021
Spring Break
Review submitted on Thu, 29 Apr 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Having stayed in The Stoep at Wildernest last October, and had a peaceful and relaxing time, we knew what to expect and, I'm pleased to say, were not disappointed. I'm not one for writing fulsome reviews on anything, I'm afraid, but just to say that my wife and I (and her sister who came with us this time) thoroughly enjoyed our few days break, watching the bird life, knitting (not me) and supporting the local economy. No TV can be a real blessing for those of us with little self control (although we caught up with Line of Duty as soon as we got in the door back home) but there is good wi-fi to keep up with the world if you feel the need. Hugh and Jude are very friendly and gracious hosts, and we look forward to returning to Wildernest in the not too distant future.
John from Stourport-on-severn stayed at The Stoep for 4 nights in April 2021
Peaceful tranquility with a real sense of getting away from it all
Review submitted on Tue, 06 Apr 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We wanted a place where we could unwind. Forget the city, work, and life's general fast pace. Wildernest delivered in abundance. The design and fabric of Stoep itself help you settle into a different life for those few days. Wood and simplicity with the important things still laid on, such a great shower and comfy bed. The glass front and verandah mean that you make the most of the spectacular view; fields and trees and the odd farmhouse in the distance.
We made the most of the surrounding area, taking in beaches and the local National Trust. And settled in the evening in front of the wood burner, after a glass of wine by the firepit.
Perfect! Highly recommended.
Rebecca from stayed at The Stoep for 5 nights in April 2021
Beautiful, peaceful, inspiring
Review submitted on Sat, 27 Mar 2021
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We were awed by the love & attention that had clearly gone into this place. Beautifully crafted, such care & thought for the environment... And for visitors! It's gorgeous to look at, cosy & warm & all the little details are a joy... Everything you need for a cosy fire, even down to the eco friendly firelighters... Binoculars & a torch were a lovely little touch too. Kitchen was fabulously kitted out & the bed was super comfy. Sitting on the stoep in the evenings listening to nature & staring at the sky was absolutely perfect. The stillness & closeness to nature was so healing. Our hosts were absolutely wonderful too!
den from Herceg Novi stayed at The Stoep for 7 nights in March 2021
A Covid Break
Review submitted on Fri, 23 Oct 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Thoroughly enjoyed our mini break in The Stoep at Wildernest. We wanted somewhere out of the way, to recharge our batteries, that was quiet and in the countryside, and Wildernest fit the bill. Our hosts were there if we needed them and The Stoep was fully equipped for a comfortable stay for two. We will most definitely look to return.
John from Stourport-on-severn stayed at The Stoep for 4 nights in October 2020
Peace and tranquility....
Review submitted on Mon, 19 Oct 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
A delightful short break, I loved the peace and tranquility and the feeling of being embedded in natural world. The Stoep was warm and comfortable and had everything that I needed. Being a straw bale and larch building it had a special quality which is hard to describe. It’s very special to be able to have your morning tea in bed and watch the dawn break, after some very good night’s sleep!. I used the time as a solitary retreat and it was perfect for that. Thank you!
Roberta from Shrewsbury stayed at The Stoep for 4 nights in October 2020
Beautiful surroundings, comfy accommodation + a wonderful stay
Review submitted on Tue, 01 Sep 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
We loved our time at the Stoep! The perfect place to escape life for a few days and unwind. Beautiful and private location, comfy bed, all things you'd need for a few days in the kitchen and the option for a delicious home cooked meal. We'll be back!
Florence from Shrewsbury stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in August 2020
Beautiful place to stay
Review submitted on Sat, 05 Oct 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer Service
4.0
The stoep was lovely and warm with beautiful views. Its was clean, the breakfast hamper was great. Really quite and relaxing
Daniel from Taunton stayed at The Stoep for 3 nights in September 2019
A very good choice
Review submitted on Sat, 14 Sep 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
Very nice house. Very quit, great view and a lot of privacy. We reserved a diner meal and a breakfast for the first day which were very good. So in total a perfect stay.
Paul from Leiden stayed at The Stoep for 4 nights in September 2019
Secluded rural setting within easy reach of the coast
Review submitted on Tue, 02 Jul 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
Perfect place for a quiet rural get away. The Stoep is a well designed, environmentally friendly cabin with all comforts, overlooking hay meadows. Ticks many boxes for sustainable tourism. Walks along the Cardigan Bay coastline and little towns of New Quay and Aberaeron are within few minutes drive.
Kay from Nottingham stayed at The Stoep for 4 nights in June 2019
