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Old Rectory Barn

Abergavenny(5mls), Brecon Beacons
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Increased accessibility
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  •  A spacious barn set in five acres above the village of Maesygwartha within the Brecon Beacons National Park
  • Flexible living space with countryside views that’s perfect for families and mixed groups of friends sleeping 8-10
  • A great base for exploring the outdoors, with a lovely garden for meals alfresco
Property code: 90003

Nestled in a tranquil location within the Clydach Gorge, this light-filled barn conversion makes for the perfect rural retreat with friends or family thanks to its sociable open-plan living space, wonderful original features and expansive private garden.

The ground floor presents three generously proportioned bedrooms. The first is a twin bedroom with an en-suite wet room. Two additional bedrooms, a double with an en-suite shower room, and a twin with an en-suite shower room, have access to a terrace with table and chairs. A day room with comfortable seating, TV, and double doors opening onto the gardens offers a perfect space for leisurely afternoons. There’s a utility room and a convenient ground-floor cloakroom, too. On the first floor, an expansive open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner welcomes guests with exposed beams and plenty of natural light. The lounge area, boasting comfortable sofas and a TV, adjoins the dining area, where you’ll find a generously sized table for eight. The well-equipped kitchen ensures meal times will be a breeze. Completing the first floor is a spacious double bedroom with the option for two additional beds for children, along with an en-suite bathroom. Outside, enjoy the delightful grounds, with a patio area equipped with a table and chairs and a gas BBQ. Steps lead to a mature garden with comfortable lounge furniture and an outdoor open fire, providing warmth under the starry skies at night.

Less than a mile from Gilwern village, in the south-eastern corner of the Brecon Beacons National Park, the cottage provides a peaceful retreat, yet with easy access to pubs, shops, and a scenic canal. Situated on the periphery of the Blaenavon World Heritage site, embark on countryside walks right from the doorstep. The vibrant market town of Crickhowell (4.5 miles) offers independent shops, pubs, restaurants, and cafes, while Abergavenny (4 miles) beckons with its annual food festival, farmers’ markets, and Norman castle. Explore nearby attractions such as Blaenavon Iron Works (7 miles) or Big Pit National Coal Museum, 7 miles from the property.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 large double (with 2 beds suitable for children available on request), and 2 twins
  • 4 bathrooms – 1 en-suite wet room with shower and WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 2 en-suite showers and WC, and 1 separate WC
  • Ground-floor kitchen – electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, and dishwasher
  • First-floor kitchen - electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment and dishwasher
  • Utility - washing machine and additional freezer
  • SMART TV with free view and DVD in both lounges
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Open aspect gardens with patio area featuring table and chairs, gas BBQ, lounge furniture, and outdoor open fire
  • Private parking
  • Storage for bikes
  • Pubs and shops 1 mile
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Ceri Gittoes

This property is personally managed by Ceri.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 9 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jane 29th March 2024

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Great accommodation

Reviewed by Paul 10th November 2023

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Really great family house. Plenty of room for all ages and dogs. Excellent location for walks, access to a great pub and surrounding countryside.

Reviewed by Mark 3rd November 2023

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Reviewed by Michele 17th August 2023

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Old Rectory Barn is a gorgeous property and Hilary and Graham are wonderful hosts who are there if you need them. It was perfect for our 3 generation family visiting the area with 2 cars and lots of comings and goings. Everyone had a fantastic time. Thank you.

Reviewed by Daina 21st July 2023

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Cottage owner Hilary very helpful and friendly. The cottage was comfortable and clean and had everything we needed for our week away, including use of the adjoining locked shed to store our bicycles. The area around the cottage was lovely, with footpaths close by and quiet roads for cycling and excellent canoeing on the Wye from Symonds Yat.

Reviewed by JOYCE 14th July 2023

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Very pleasant cottage, we had 8 family members and all enjoyed it very much. The location was lovely and close to many places to walk and sightsee.

Reviewed by Sharon 9th June 2023

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The cottage is in a great location, not far off the main road but hidden away to be peaceful. The owners were very welcoming and we felt settled as soon as we put our bags down in our room. Lots of good information about the cottage and the local area, which to people that are new to the area is very helpful. The layout/configuration is fantastic fRead moreor a group or for families with grandparents as you can be together, but also have your own space. Absolutely stunning and we hope to come back. Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 21st April 2023

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Reviewed by Jacqui 31st March 2023

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We loved it here. The barn was warm, well equipped, and comfortable, and we felt very welcome. Being located right next to fields with livestock, we needed to keep a very close eye on the dogs, but we didnt mind (we loved watching the lambs!). With three households sharing, the layout was, for us, excellent; the two living areas meant we could findRead more space to escape if we needed to, or come together to eat or relax. Altogether excellent! Hide

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