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Sound of Silence on the edge of the Black Mountains Abergavenny 5 miles.

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entrance to cottage
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living room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Abergavenny, WLS
  • Abergavenny Museum and Castle
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Grosmont Castle
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Borough Theatre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Bristol Filton Airport (FZO)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sound of Silence on the edge of the Black Mountains Abergavenny 5 miles.

Close to Offa's Dyke path, a small, but spacious and cosy, very light,one bedroomed cottage for a couple/two people with Bathroom containing bath and large shower, a livingroom kitchen with wood stove,TV,RADIO,DVD,WIFI central heating, lovely views and own walled lawn area with terrace and bar.b.q. in a good walking area, close to Offa's dyke path, Brecon, Hay and Hereford are all within 45 minutes and Abergavenny is 10 minutes away. Ideal for a quiet getaway. When the sky is clear we enjoy lovely starlit nights and the sound of Owls in the woods. A good base for walking, for Brecon Jazz Festival, Abergavenny Food Festival, Hay Festival and the many attractions of the area.

Property manager

J Fonseca
Premier Host

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Would you kindly leave the property as you find it. Any damages, breakages etc must be paid for or replaced. A cot is available for a babe in arms.
3 nights minimum booking

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Abergavenny

Located in Abergavenny, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Tithe Barn and Borough Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Oldfield Forge and Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Abergavenny, WLS

What's nearby

  • Abergavenny Museum and Castle - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Grosmont Castle - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Tithe Barn - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Borough Theatre - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Sugar Loaf Mountain - 28 min drive - 15.4 km

Getting around

  • Abergavenny Station - 11 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Marmaris Kebab & Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Coliseum - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Hunter's Moon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Portico Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Biker Cafe - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sound of Silence on the edge of the Black Mountains Abergavenny 5 miles. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sound of Silence on the edge of the Black Mountains Abergavenny 5 miles.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sound of Silence on the edge of the Black Mountains Abergavenny 5 miles.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sound of Silence on the edge of the Black Mountains Abergavenny 5 miles. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Grosmont Castle and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Wernddu Golf Club. Brecon Beacons National Park and St Mary's Priory Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic stay

We had a fabulous stay in this little gem not too far from Abergavenny. The property had fabulous grounds and views and was well stocked with everything we needed. The owner went above and beyond to help us and the welcome pack was much appreciated. Would definitely recommend this property to anyone looking for a quiet break in South Wales.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful

Lovely property in beautiful setting. Very quiet and peaceful. Extremely helpful and charming host.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and great cottage

An excellent location to rest and enjoy the peace and quiet. There are many good places to eat and walk, with plenty of recommendations in the cottage information.The welcome pack and eggs were most enjoyable.Thank you Julian
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay!

Friendly and accommodating host. Wonderful, quiet location for our stay while visiting relatives in the area. Close to Abergavenny. Numerous things to do and see. Would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clock Cottage Stay

Beautiful quite farm setting, well equipped accommodation. Our host was available if needed just across the yard. Julian was very helpful with travel trips for interesting destinations. Pub suggestions too! Would definitely consider staying again if returning to the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

monstermutzel

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A magical charming retreat

A magical, charming retreat with romantically quirky interior tugged away between hills and hedges - Lovley hosts which make you feel like having arrived at family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Janice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable property in good location

Quirkily furnished but fully equipped property in an excellent location for visiting the market towns and castles of South Wales and the borders.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Favourite Place to Rebook

Located in a beautiful part of the country with stunning views Clock Cottage is a delightful place to stay. The cottage is spacious and very well furnished and equipped. The Owners are very welcoming and thoughtful. Our second stay which would indicate how much we appreciated this lovely property.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Important Things Done Right

The cottage is very well appointed, with a really comfortable bed, luxury bathroom, modern wood burner, comfy chairs; everything you need to feel at home. The owners went out of their way to make sure everything was to our liking. And the location is ideal whether you want walking, fine dining and other great places to eat and drink or exploring this part of Wales. It's also surprisingly easy to get to yet quiet and secluded.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul S., Bristol

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful little hideaway

A lovely quiet cosy place with a view of the hills. A great location for walking. The farm is a wonderful place to wander around.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clément K., Guyancourt, France

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

a wonderful holiday

We appreciated very much the comfort of the cottage, the quiet location, the walks in this beautiful region. Special thanks to our hosts for their kind attention and help.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic location

Just returned from a four night stay in this lovely cottage. The location is stunning,with beautiful views across the surrounding countryside. The cottage itself is extremely well appointed and equipped- we had everything we needed for our stay. Julian is the perfect host. Attentive and there if you need him, but never intrusive. We would love to stay here again and would definitely recommend the property to others looking for a relaxing break, away from it all in a beautiful location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

loving the view

The view is stunning. Lovely clean place. Host friendly but left us to ourselves - just what we like - but was always available if we needed anything. Good place to base ourselves as we wanted to have a good look at the surrounding area - near and far.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic stay

My partner and I stayed here a few nights recently. Beautiful location on a farm, the cottage is very comfortable, spacious and well equipped. Julian was a fantastic host, offering advice on the area and allowing us to explore his farm grounds, with beautiful gardens, and vegetable patch. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and many thanks to Julian. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rona P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An oasis of calm

This stay was perfect , friendly , extra helpful hosts, beautiful peace and quiet and with lovely countryside to walk in all around. We particularly liked the donkeys and the hosts love of animals is mirrored by us.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glynis G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location location location

Accommodation great, position wonderful hosts charming. If visiting Wales again we would certainly stay here
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katja N.

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Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

janet j.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cottage but....

The cottage was nice in size and had all the equipment required but the problem we found was the woodlice and spiders / cobwebs, we understand the cottage is in the country but there was quite a few dead woodlice and cobwebs that were really old and should have been removed during the pre cleaning before our arrival .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zorica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Well appointed beautiful setting, helpful, hospitable hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

just wonderful

Had a wonderful stay at Clock House. The House is a bit separated from the other buildings and has a garden/sitting area on its own. It is really big and the kitchen and other rooms are equipped with all you can dream of, and even more (bath tube, spices, firewood, books, Ordnance Survey maps...), The large windows at the northern side and the roof windows are making it very bright inside, furniture and decoration are modern and tasteful. The setting is rural and very quiet, but the lovely town Avergavenny is within easy reach. I liked the animals around the farm (dog, cat, chicken, donkey, pony, wild birds...) - all very nice and not disturbing or loud. Julian is really a great host, he gave many advices where to go and what to see, and he welcomed me with so many little gifts (for example home made apple juice and marmalade, strawberries from the garden). I can fully recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris T., Sault Ste Marie, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As good as it gets!

A perfect location for a couple interested in the Monmouthshires' ancient history. Quite private and exactly as described. Close to Abergavenny and the immediate area has many really good restaurants, pubs and cafes. Our host, Julian, very responsive and knowledgeable when advice needed both before and during our stay. The surrounding hills make for wonderful views and the morning birdsong not to be missed. Over the years we have syed in many Home Away/VRBO locations, we would rate Clock Cottage as exceptional.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mrs Phillips

Relaxing, beautiful cottage with beautiful surroundings. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Norton n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxed and comfortable

Julian was a fab host with good communication ahead of journey. We had one small problem which he was very happy to help us with. The accommodation had an amazing bath and fire to warm ourselves post a wet walk and the bed was comfortable which is a rare find so sleep was good. Lovely location, plenty of walks a short drive to Abergavenny.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Definitely rent again very nice stay

Really nice place definitely stay again very peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire T., London, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely break

Great spot, well appointed. Really peaceful. So much to do in the local area. Would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by J Fonseca

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I was born and grew up in this area. I have worked here all my life as a Solicitor until retirement 5 years ago. Clock cottage forms part of but is seperate from our small 75 acre farm and has its own lawned and walled area with lovely views over the Graig Hill to the northwest. We brought up our four children here and it has been a wonderful family home to which they are all drawn in spite of having grown up and married and they bring their children back here as often as they are able. I think that this part of the World is one of the most beautiful and everytime that I return here from other parts of the World I consider myself very blest and lucky to live here. We are all keen walkers and cyclists and spend a lot of our leisure time walking and cycling throughout the area. We are very close to Offas Dyke path and to White Castle and one can walk 'The Three Castles 'walk from here, about twenty miles taking in White, Grosmont and Skenfrith Castles in a large circular walk or do it over a couple of days in sections.

Why they chose this property

It is very pretty,cosy,light and airy and convenient to so many local attractions. It has been beautifully refurbished and is in a very beautiful rural location. Abergavenny hosts the National Eistedfodd in 2016 and Hay Festival, Brecon Jazz, Abergavenny Food Festival are all within easy distance. We are only 40 miles or an easy train Journey of 40 minutes from Cardiff which has a very good shopping centre and a wonderful museum and Art gallery. There are numerous good restaurants nearby including, The Walnut tree, The Crown at Whitebrook, The Bell at Skenfrith, The 1860, The Hardwick as well as good hotel and Pub restaurants such as The Angel in Abergavenny,The Bear in Crickhowell, The Skirrid Mountain Inn, supposedly the oldest Pub in Wales, and our very own local, The Hunters Moon. Crickhowell hosts a Literary and Walking Festival and is within 30 minutes drive.

What makes this property unique

The Cottage is spacious and light and has a very nice feel to it. It is an easy living space.

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