The Carriage House

4 Bedrooms sleeping a maximum of 8. 2 Doubles with Super Kingsize beds and ensuite bathrooms (shower over bath, toilet, bidet and washbasins) Both on 1st floor. 1 Twin with ensuite (bath and hand held shower, toilet and washbasin) on 2nd floor. 1 Double on 1st floor reached via separate staircase. 

Shower Room on ground floor with shower cubicle, toilet and washbasin.

Cloak Room on ground floor with toilet and washbasin.

Kitchen electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer.

Dining Room dining table and chairs seating 8/10.

Lounge with exposed beams, antique & modern furnishings. Stone inglenook with gas fire, 2 armchairs, 4 & 2 seater sofas, TV/DVD and CD.

Study/Sitting Room with 2 arm chairs, TV/CD & feature fireplace (not in use)

Utility Room washing machine, tumble dryer and sink.

Grounds Unenclosed courtyard with table, chairs & gas barbecue.

Additional Information

Short breaks - Winter

WiFi - Yes

Changeover - Friday

Towels - Yes

Parking - Yes for 3 cars (2 in garage )

Fuel - Gas central heating inclusive May to September. Outside these dates £35 p/w (Twin bedroom has storage heaters only)

Dogs - 1 welcome free 

Travel cot - Yes

Highchair - Yes 

• Located at the base of massive Blorenge Mountain the village is an ideal place from which to walk the steep mountain footpath to see some of the best views in south Wales. The Monmouth & Brecon Canal runs just above the garden at picturesque Llanfoist Wharf.

• Situated at the foot of the Blorenge Mountain, a mecca for hang and para gliding enthusiasts, a footpath leads from behind the house to the top of the mountain - a very steep route but as a reward for reaching the top there are some of the best views in South Wales to enjoy! 

• The Monmouthshire & Brecon canal, with its pretty wharf is a few minutes walk away - hire a boat for the day or take the excellent towpath walk along the contours of the valley side with views of the Black Mountains beyond.

• Large and full of historic character with wood panelling, beamed ceilings, open fires and excellent food and drink in a convivial atmosphere. Book ahead to eat in the restaurant or take a chance on finding a table in the bar.

• Cyclists can also use the canal towpath and the National Cycle Route on the former railway line is less than a minute's cycle ride from the house. Fishing and pony trekking are available locally.

• Spend a thoroughly delightful few hours cruising along the peaceful and beautiful Brecon and Monmouth Canal by canal barge. The canal hugs the mountainside above the picturesque River Usk. Buy a ticket and hop on or Dragon Fly Cruises offer private charter for large families or friends sharing. Embarkation is at Canal Wharf, Canal Road in Brecon LD3 7EW.
  

• A fascinating market town to explore. Its Castle is one of the best examples of a mote and bailey castle in Britain with the town museum set in a former hunting lodge in its grounds and the theatre hosts a year round programme of productions. Visit the restored 12th C Tythe Barn and Food Hall. Fascinating exhibition, tapestry and delicious Welsh food & drink.

• Markets are held in the Market Hall on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday, a Flea Market every Wednesday and antique and craft fairs throughout the year near this Abergavenny house for holidays.

• The world famous food festival takes place every September and there is a fine choice of pubs and restaurants such as the legendary award winning Walnut Tree. My favourite supermarket, Waitrose is just a 10 minute walk away.

• Monmouthshire has 1000 miles of public rights of way taking in towns and villages as well as long distance trails including Offa's Dyke Path, and the Wye Valley and Usk Valley Walks.

• Blaenafon World Heritage Site is 15 minutes drive away with its fascinating insight into the beginning of the Industrial revolution in South Wales.

• Llandegfedd Reservoir is an ideal venue for game fishing in 434 acres of still water stocked with rainbow trout. Permits are obtainable from the rangers office on site.

• The path runs for 177 miles from Sedbury Cliffs on the Severn estuary near Chepstow via Monmouth, Pandy, Hay-on-Wye, Kington, Knighton, Brompton Crossroads, Buttington Bridge, Llanymynech, Chirk Mill, Llandegla, Bodfari to Prestatyn. 70 miles follow the 8th C earthwork Offas Dyke. It is possible to join the path at various places including Brockweir.

• Visit the Sugarloaf Vineyards set in an area of outstanding natural beauty with wonderful views. Tour some of the five acres of south facing vines, enjoy a coffee in the coffee shop, browse the gift shop, taste the wines and buy some to take home, even buy your own vine.

• The beautiful river Usk begins high in the Brecon Beacons. It passes 3 mountains, Sugarloaf, Blorenge & Skirrid Fawr before tumbling out into a patchwork of open fields crisscrossed by country lanes and quaint villages. Perfect for quiet unhurried motoring, picnics, walking and bird watching, with a score of riverside hamlets and country pubs.