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Riverside Barn, Gilwern

Riverside Barn is a welcoming cottage in the village of Gilwern in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons). The cottage has a spacious room on the first floor which can be offered as a double or a twin, while on the ground floor are two double rooms, a bathroom, small games room with pool table and an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Outside is off road parking for three cars, shared use of the owners' lawned garden with patio and furniture, and a shared paddock, ideal for ball games. There is also free fishing available at the river just 300m from the property (please bring own equipment and fishing licence). Riverside Barn is set within the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons) and makes an ideal base for exploring this wonderful area.

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Accommodation Details

Three bedrooms: 2 x ground floor double, 1 x eaves twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request). Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Small games room with pool table.

Set in a village location in the Brecon Beacons National Park, within large grounds, with an electric-gated entrance leading to two cottages and the owners’ home, this delightful Gilwern cottage is an extremely well presented holiday base. Step into the spacious open plan living space with high apex beams and patio doors to the garden, and you will be delighted with your choice. This room really is a superb place to gather together and cook, eat and relax before and after your varied days out in this beautifully scenic area. Two double bedrooms, the family bathroom and a small games room complete the ground floor accommodation at this Gilwern cottage. Then, head up the oak stairs straight into a large bedroom tucked in the eaves offering flexible sleeping arrangements, this is ideal as a hideaway for a couple or for the children to enjoy peaceful time together. The owners, who live in the main house next to this Gilwern cottage, enjoy the outdoors and have provided a large paddock area with football goals for the young at heart to expend some energy with a game of football, cricket or rounders maybe. Others, however, may prefer to simply sit and watch, soaking up the scenic backdrop of fields and hills. Days out walking and cycling on countryside lanes, up the Sugarloaf Mountain, into the Brecon Beacons or along the canal will be an absolute delight during your stay at this Gilwern cottage. Play a round of golf, or travel a bit further to explore ancient castles, old mine museums and much more. Visit the nearby market town of Abergavenny to sample local produce all year round, and especially when one of its food festivals are running. A perfect Gilwern cottage in this breathtaking National Park where a holiday will be long remembered by all.

The picturesque village of Gilwern, situated amidst the Brecon Beacons National Park, offers visitors many amenities including traditional pubs, shops and a great fish and chip shop. Covering approximately 520 square miles, the National Park surrounds the village providing excellent walking, cycling and bird watching as well as great salmon and trout fishing on the river Usk. Abergavenny, the aptly named ‘Gateway to Wales’ is nestled in the nearby hills and has something for everyone. With its many indoor and outdoor markets, magnificent castle and museums this medieval market town is sure to delight any visitor. Offering fantastic walks for all abilities as well as its own vineyard, the nearby mountain of Sugarloaf is well worth visiting. No matter what time of year, this wonderful little village has something in the area to suit all tastes and budgets.

Amenities & Facilities

Oil central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen inc. in rent. Towels available on request. Travel cot and highchair. Off road parking for 3 cars. Secure bike storage. Shared use of large lawned garden with patio and furniture, shared paddock with football goals. Free use of fishing river 300 yards away (please bring own equipment and fishing licence). Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 5 mins walk. Note: Owners can store frozen foods in their freezer on request. Note: Due to the nearby fishing river, ensure children are supervised at all times when outside. Note: Max 6 people including infants. Please note: bookings must be from Friday to Friday or Friday to Monday only. Please note: neighbouring property Longside available to book from Saturdays (906403).

Location Details

The picturesque village of Gilwern, situated amidst the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons), offers visitors many amenities including traditional pubs, shops and a great fish and chip shop. Covering approximately 520 square miles, the National Park surrounds the village providing excellent walking, cycling and bird watching as well as great salmon and trout fishing on the river Usk. Abergavenny, the aptly named ?Gateway to Wales? is nestled in the nearby hills and has something for everyone. With its many indoor and outdoor markets, magnificent castle and museums this medieval market town is sure to delight any visitor. Offering fantastic walks for all abilities as well as its own vineyard, the nearby mountain of Sugarloaf is well worth visiting. No matter what time of year, this wonderful little village has something in the area to suit all tastes and budgets.

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.

Wed 27th Moderate rain 5°C 2°C 11mph 5.5mm 1,015mb
Thu 28th Light rain 6°C 1°C 7mph 0.3mm 1,027mb
Fri 29th Light rain 11°C 6°C 11mph 0.4mm 1,021mb
Sat 30th Light rain 13°C 10°C 17mph 0.4mm 1,018mb
Sun 1st Moderate rain 13°C 7°C 18mph 7.6mm 1,009mb
Mon 2nd Few clouds 8°C 4°C 14mph 0.0mm 1,012mb
Tue 3rd Moderate rain 5°C 3°C 17mph 20.0mm 1,006mb

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