Self-contained former granary to 16th century farmhouse in North Monmouthshire. The cart house has a chic, modern feel, with native oak floors and fittings set off against quirky antique furniture and contemporary glass tables. The light, airy atmosphere during the day is transformed into a cosy space for evening relaxing.
The open plan downstairs room has a plush leather sofa bed in the living area, with a large modern dining table and stylish contemporary designer mini-kitchen. Underfloor heating makes this the perfect place to practise your yoga!
The twin French windows open onto a private patio where you can sit out in the sun or watch the stars at night without light pollution, but with the warmth of your own fire pit.
Upstairs, the spacious bedroom has a large double bed with memory foam mattress for a perfect night's sleep, and a designer en-suite bathroom with power shower and twin sinks.
The views are spectacular across the farm and beyond to the iconic Skirrid mountain. We encourage guests to use the farm, walk the fields or picnic in one of the areas set aside for wildlife. If you want to help with the sheep, we'll find you a job!
Our whole ethos is to live as sustainably as possible and the electricity for the Cart House comes from a mix of wind and solar energy, with the heating provided by a super-efficient wood pellet boiler. The farm produces organic, rare breed and wholly pasture-fed sheep with no spray or fertilisers and minimal tractor use across the year. We aim to protect our soils and support a great range of wildlife.
The Cart House is a great place for a relaxed break walking in the Black Mountains, dining in local restaurants (including the nearby Michelin Starred Walnut Tree) and browsing the fascinating independent shops in nearby Abergavenny.
North Monmouthshire is renowned for its cycling on quiet lanes and rolling country roads with little traffic. For the adrenalin junkies, we are half way between Bike Park Wales and the legendary trails of the Forest of Dean and there are lots of green lanes around the far to whet your appetite. We offer locked bike storage, access to a pressure washer and plenty of local knowledge about places to go.
We can arrange additional activities, such as individual yoga lessons, wine tasting at the excellent Whitecastle Vineyard in the village, or occasional courses in furniture making, blacksmithing and cider making!
We want you to have the best time possible during your stay and will do all we can to make it happen. At the same time, we respect your privacy and will not bother you unless you want us to!