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West Usk Lighthouse Lodge

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· Newport, Wales
15 acres hosted by Danielle S.
1 glamping pitch
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A small lodge with big views of the Severn Estuary

Watching the tides ebb and flow is one of the pleasures of a stay at West Usk Lighthouse Lodge. This small but perfectly-formed whitewashed cabin offers studio-style, self-catering accommodation that’s been designed to help you make the most of its views across the Severn Estuary. You can see them from the four-poster bed, from the decking outside, from the fire pit and from the hot tub. All this sits alongside the elegant but surprisingly diminutive, Grade II-listed West Usk lighthouse. It’s not far from Newport and less than 10 miles from Cardiff – and although urban life is not too far away, it’s also not that near. The lighthouse lodge enjoys a peaceful position backed by fields, more than half a mile from the nearest road.

The private drive that leads you here is used only by guests of the lodge and its owners, who’ve lived in the lighthouse for 30 years. The only traffic you are likely to see are cows in nearby fields, ships passing on the water and perhaps the occasional walker on the Wales Coast Path, which passes very close by. The accommodation sleeps two and is well connected to the outdoors – but it’s more than glamping. It’s got electricity and running water, a shower room and loo and a proper kitchenette. The dark wood four-poster bed is the focal point. It feels, like much of the rest of the room, that it could have come from the captain’s cabin of a ship washed up before the lighthouse was built, some 200 years ago.

It’s tempting to bring a copy of a swashbuckling adventure story here so you can simply settle in for the weekend. After all, the tidal nature of the river means the scenery is ever changing, and if you go out, you might miss some of its drama. But the coast path beckons, as does nearby National Trust property, Tredegar House. And then there’s Cardiff, which is too close not to visit. Its castle and museums are well worth exploring and, if you’re a Doctor Who fan, it’s a must. There are lots of locations in and around the city where filming has taken place over the years including West Usk Lighthouse itself. That explains why there’s a Tardis in the garden: another unique feature of this unique little lodge.

One room lodge with shower, toilet, kitchen, hot tub and firepit in the grounds of a grade 2 listed lighthouse, called the West Usk Lighthouse, in Newport Gwent UK, NP10 8SF. Lots of walks, pubs, restaurants as well as Asda nearby.
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Clarice H.recommends
April 24, 2024
Lighthouse lodge
Exceptional stay!
We had such a fantastic time at the lighthouse. The hot tub was amazing and the views were WOW!! It's such a unique and pretty place, super comfy bed, lovely little bathroom and kitchenette, thank you so much for hosting us. We would love to come back!
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Newport, Wales, United KingdomTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Danielle S.

Joined in March 2024
From the host
Stay in a one room lodge with all the facilities, ensuite, kitchenette for a self-catering stay. Please message us to check availability before booking. The lodge overlooks the sea, the Severn, the second largest tidal river in the world. The lodge has an outdoor hot tub and firepit. Long walks around, pubs nearby. Not far from Newport Gwent and Cardiff. Countryside everywhere, in the middle of nowhere. Peaceful and quiet. Just the place to sit and stare, contemplate and retreat from the outside world yet it is within minutes to Asda. Dr Who, episode 5, series 12 My Unique B&B, episode 5, series 2 Hotel Inspector series 4, episode 4 on YouTube
Nearby attractions

The Wales Coast Path is outside the front door providing a route along the sea wall towards Newport in one direction and Cardiff in the other so going for a walk is easy. By car Newport is seven miles away and Cardiff nine. A day out in the Welsh capital, Cardiff, offers lots of museums, modern shops and restaurants and the chance to explore its ancient castle. Closer to home, Tredegar House, is a National Trust property surrounded by gardens and parkland just over two miles from West Usk Lighthouse Lodge. Caerleon Roman Fortress and Baths are another historic site that’s within day-tripping distance (10 miles). For nature lovers, there’s an RSPB reserve, Newport Wetlands, just the other side of the estuary (eight miles). You’ll also find the East Usk Lighthouse within the grounds if you decide to head there.

Food and drink

The closest pub, The Dragonfly, is a 10-minute drive away (three miles), and handy for a meal out if you don’t want to head into Newport or Cardiff, where there are plenty of options. Alternatively, go a little further into Bassaleg and the former railway station there (four miles) which is now a fancy restaurant, Junction 28, with set menu and vegan options alongside the a la carte menu. There’s a good cafe at National Trust property, Tredegar House (two miles) too. If you want to cook for yourselves, Asda in Newport is surprisingly close (five miles).

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