More than a stay. It’s a story waiting to be shared.
From hidden woodland walks to home-cooked meals, handcrafted gifts, and peaceful moments in nature—Guesture is trying to connect you with local hosts who share their passions in unforgettable ways.
Explore, create, learn, and feel at home with people who care. power of local.
Featured Experiences
Boat Ride
Monmouth Brecon
Canal Boat Ride
A guided ride with a local sailor who shares edible secrets of the Welsh waterways – you will not regret it!
Hiking
Join Andrew, a seasoned Brecon Beacons Warden, on an unforgettable guided hike from Cardiff to the heart of waterfall country.
Arts & Crafts
Candle-Making at New Pastures Home
Join Dean and Hywel in their Newport studio for a relaxing candle-making session. Explore over 80 fragrances, pour your own soy wax candle, and enjoy a creative afternoon in one of South Wales’ most thoughtfully curated spaces.
Gardening
The Garden Workshop
Build a handmade birdhouse with a retired carpenter who loves to share stories over a cuppa in his greenhouse.
What Makes These Experiences Special?
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Locally Rooted: These aren’t just experiences — they’re windows into people’s lives and passions, shared by those who know the land and culture best.
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Carefully Curated: Every host is personally supported by Guesture to ensure quality, safety, and genuine hospitality.
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Authentic & Ethical: We partner only with people whose offerings are honest, heartfelt, and add value to both guests and communities.
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Guest-First Approach: Expect thoughtful details, warm welcomes, and meaningful memories. These aren’t tours — they’re stories in the making.
Have a Skill or Story to Share?
Do you love what you do? Whether you’re a woodworker, a baker, a forager, or a yoga teacher — if you enjoy sharing your passion with others, you could be part of our Local Guesture Network.
We can help you:
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Set up an Airbnb Experience profile
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Create your first listing and get professional photos
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Get discovered by visitors staying with Guesture and beyond
We'll guide you step by step — from your first idea to your first guest.
Meet Our Hosts
Glyn the Forager
Glyn grew up foraging with his grandparents in the Brecon Beacons. Today, he shares his knowledge with families and foodies curious about what grows wild and wonderful in Wales.
Peter the Maker
Peter spent 40 years building homes. Now retired, he hosts relaxed woodworking sessions in his garden, helping people create something they’ll take home with pride.
Andrew the Warden
A Brecon Beacons volunteer warden and former tourism chair, Andrew leads scenic hikes from Cardiff to Wales' most dramatic waterfalls. Expect folklore, geology, and a touch of wild swimming.
Looking for More?
What you see here is just the beginning. From the moment you book with us, you'll gain access to our exclusive online Guest Area, where you can explore even more unique experiences and services curated by the Guesture team. Private chefs, canal boat rides, wellness massages with KOTUS Wellness, private drivers, private security, undiscovered Cotswolds tours with trusted locals, and even luxury private dining with our partners at Yangry — it’s all available if you know where to look (and we do). We don’t provide all these experiences directly, but if you need it — we’ll find it. That’s our Guesture.
🏡 Why We Do This
Because hospitality should feel like home.
Because we believe in neighbourhoods made better by the people in them.
And because when someone visits Cardiff, Newport or any of our towns — we want them to leave feeling like they’ve really been here.
From our hearts,
Pedro & Alina
Guesture
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