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Kavieng, Gilwern

Kaveleng is a ground floor apartment situated in the village of Glangrwyney near Gilwern, Wales. Hosting two king-size bedrooms and a shower room, this property can sleep up to four people. There is also a kitchen and a living/dining room with electric fire. To the outside is an enclosed garden and patio with furniture, along with off-road parking for one car. Kaveleng is a well-equipped apartment for families or two couples looking to explore the scenic splendour of Wales. Please note that in summer school holiday period up to and including the first week of September, this property can only accept bookings for 7 nights.

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Accommodation Details

All-ground-floor. Two bedrooms.: 2 x king-size. Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Kitchen. Living/dining room with electric fire

Nestled in the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park, just two miles from Crickhowell (voted the Best Place to live in Wales by The Sunday Times 2019) is Kavieng. Located in the tiny, picturesque village of Glangrwyney, this generously proportioned, ground-floor, two bedroom holiday home combines the charm of a Welsh country cottage with all the convenience of a modern apartment. From your doorstep, you can walk up the Sugar Loaf mountain or follow one of many trails through the idyllic countryside to explore the wider National Park. Fully refurbished in 2021 to a very high standard, Kavieng boasts original features, a new boutique hotel style shower room and an attractive outdoor patio area overlooking the brook which runs through the village. Set entirely on the ground floor, the apartment sleeps four comfortably. There are two king size bedrooms, each neutrally furnished with charming and thoughtful touches. The large luxury shower room features a generous walk-in shower and a bespoke slate counter top. The fitted kitchen looks out over the beautiful patchwork of cottage gardens and is amply appointed for cooking with an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge/freezer. There is also a washer/dryer for your convenience. From your peaceful patio, you can enjoy morning coffees or evening Apéritifs while listening to the adjacent babbling brook and birdsong.The living room has two plush reclining sofas from which to laze and watch the Smart TV, listen to music, or open the patio doors and enjoy the sunset. Two miles from lively and picturesque Crickhowell and just four miles from the historical market town of Abergavenny, from your Glangrwyney hideaway you can easily explore castles, medieval mansions and Roman remains, as well as discovering locally-produced food at gastro pubs, ancient inns and restaurants. A mile away, the village of Gilwern has a few convenience stores and access to the wonderful walks along the Brecon - Monmouthshire canal, with canal boat hire companies offering opportunities to explore by water as far as the historic town of Brecon. With two National Trails and a National Park, the Brecon Beacons is the ultimate walking and thinking country. Avid walkers and adventurers can spend their time exploring and enjoying the abundance of hiking, cycling, rock climbing, bird watching and pony trekking opportunities the Beacons provide. World renowned cultural events including the Hay Festival, Green Man, How The Light Gets In, and the Abergavenny Food Festival take place in the area. Whether you come for the food, the music, the scenery or all three, Kavieng is a charming and tranquil place from which to enjoy the very best of the Brecon Beacons.

Gilwern is a charming base for holidaymakers, offering pubs, shops and even a fish and chip shop to indulge in. Found within the Brecon Beacons National Park, here you are immersed in plenty of walking, cycling, birdwatching, rock climbing and even fishing opportunities, providing something for everyone. The nearby market town of Abergavenny offers a lively atmosphere, home to a wealth of markets, shops, eateries, castles and museums, it makes a great day out.

Amenities & Facilities

Gas central heating with electric fire. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, Smart TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for one car. Enclosed garden patio with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. shop 1.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles. Note: External photos will be added soon. Please note that in summer school holiday period up to and including the first week of September, this property can only accept bookings for 7 nights. Please note: The property is about an 80 meter walk form the private car parking space and may not be suitable for people with mobility issues

Location Details

Gilwern is a charming base for holidaymakers, offering pubs, shops and even a fish and chip shop to indulge in. Found within the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park), here you are immersed in plenty of walking, cycling, birdwatching, rock climbing and even fishing opportunities, providing something for everyone. The nearby market town of Abergavenny offers a lively atmosphere, home to a wealth of markets, shops, eateries, castles and museums, it makes a great day out.

Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Gilwern is detailed below.

Sat 23rd Heavy intensity rain 14°C 2°C 31mph 33.8mm 992mb
Sun 24th Heavy intensity rain 15°C 9°C 33mph 34.0mm 991mb
Mon 25th Moderate rain 9°C 4°C 23mph 4.9mm 1,001mb
Tue 26th Broken clouds 8°C 3°C 18mph 0.0mm 1,015mb
Wed 27th Broken clouds 7°C 3°C 6mph 0.0mm 1,018mb
Thu 28th Moderate rain 6°C 3°C 6mph 9.1mm 1,024mb
Fri 29th Light rain 9°C 6°C 8mph 0.1mm 1,022mb

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