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The Farmhouse
Natural Swimming Pool in the communal area of the extensive gardens
Wern-Y-Cwm Farm including Farmhouse, Dairy, Cider House & Great Barn (2-46)
 The Farmhouse living room
The Farmhouse - Peacock loft

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
16 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 461114.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Abergavenny
  • Sugar Loaf Mountain
  • Tithe Barn
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Abergavenny Museum and Castle
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

16 bedrooms (sleeps 46)

Farmhouse - Captain's Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Farmhouse - Goosy Gander Room

1 King Bed

Farmhouse - Peacock Loft

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Farmhouse - Pink Flamingo Room

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Farmhouse - Push-me-Pull you Room

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Farmhouse - Tangier Blue Room

1 King Bed

Farmhouse - White Castle Room

1 Double Bed

The Cider House - Crew room

1 Single Bunk Bed

The Cider House - First Mate’s Room

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

The Cider House - Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

The Dairy - Bird & Blossom Room

1 Queen Bed

The Dairy - Bumble Bee Corner room

2 Single Beds

The Dairy - Crazy Paisley room

1 King Bed

The Dairy - Sheepy room

2 Single Beds

The Dairy - Silver Lining room

1 King Bed

The Dairy - The Piggery

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

7 bathrooms

The Cider House - Bathroom 7

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

The Cider House - Bathroom 8

Toilet · Shower only

The Dairy - Bathroom 9

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

The Dairy - Bathroom 10

Toilet · Shower only

The Dairy - Bathroom 11

Toilet · Shower only

The Dairy - Bathroom 12

Toilet · Shower only

The Farmhouse - Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

The Farmhouse - Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

The Farmhouse - Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

The Farmhouse - Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

The Farmhouse - Bathroom 5

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

The Farmhouse - Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Mountain Holiday Property & Wellness Retreat with Sauna, Pool & Hot Tub.

Group Accommodation & Family Holiday Home with Barn & Wellness Facilities in the Brecon Beacons, just 5 minutes from Abergavenny.

Please note: This listing is for The Farmhouse (7 bedrooms) only. Additional properties on site – The Dairy (6 bedrooms), The Cider House (3 bedrooms), and The Great Barn (event/yoga shala) – are available at separate rates. Contact us directly to book multiple properties or for event hire.

Welcome to Wern-y-Cwm Farm, a unique 16th-century hill farm set in 30 acres of meadows and woodlands, bordering the Brecon Beacons National Park. This historic estate offers flexible, private holiday let options, perfect for group accommodation, hen parties, family holidays, and luxury wellness retreats.

The Farmhouse (7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms | Sleeps 17–23)
This spacious and stylish family holiday home features:

A large country kitchen/dining room with underfloor heating

Cosy sitting rooms, Sky cinema room, table tennis, and a disco den

7 thoughtfully designed bedrooms (including zip-link beds for flexibility)

Outdoor BBQ terraces seating 30, orchard, trampoline, and children’s woodland den

Optional hot tub and access to natural swimming pool, sauna & treatment room

Ideal for landmark celebrations, family reunions, retreats, or just spending quality time with friends and loved ones

Optional Add-Ons (Booked Separately)
The Dairy – 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms | Sleeps up to 16

The Cider House – 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms | Sleeps 5–7

The Great Barn – Stunning indoor/outdoor venue for yoga, dining or events.

Together, the estate sleeps up to 46 guests across 16 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, making it ideal for large group stays, hen parties, and luxury retreats.

On-Site Highlights
Natural swimming pool, sauna & treatment room (with in-house holistic therapist)

Outdoor grass amphitheatre, gardens, fire pits & panoramic views

Walks straight from the farm to Skirrid Mountain summit

EV charging station (pre-booking required)

Nearby Attractions
Abergavenny town centre – 5 mins by car

Michelin-star dining at the Walnut Tree Inn – 1 mile

Brecon Beacons National Park (Bannau Brycheiniog) – on your doorstep

Castles, mountain biking, hiking & local food producers nearby

Good to Know
Minimum stay: 2 nights midweek, 3 nights week ends (varies by season)

Christmas: 7 night minimum

Bank Holidays: 4 nights minimum

The Cider House is not listed separately on VRBO – please enquire

The Dairy is listed separately on VRBO

Due to terrain some areas are not wheelchair accessible

Whether you're planning a relaxing wellness retreat, an action-packed group holiday, or a milestone family celebration, Wern-y-Cwm Farm is the perfect setting.

Property manager

Emily Watkins

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 32
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have some travels cots and high chairs
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Great Barn booked subject to fee and max numbers
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
£1e per dog/per night
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed outside
Min Nights: Mid-week: 2 night min. Week-ends: 3 night min. Bank-holidays: 4 night min. Christmas 7 nights.
These houses are family homes and are not suited for rental to groups of young people. Large numbers of day visitors are not permitted.

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 46
Note from host: Great Barn booked subject to fee and max numbers
This property uses solar and geothermal energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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

About the area

Abergavenny

Located in Abergavenny, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Wernddu Golf Club and Aber Rocks Climbing Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Oldfield Forge and Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Abergavenny

What's nearby

  • Tithe Barn - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Abergavenny Museum and Castle - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Aber Rocks Climbing Centre - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Oldfield Forge - 26 min drive - 26.4 km
  • Wye Valley - 32 min drive - 40.9 km

Getting around

  • Abergavenny Station - 13 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coliseum - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Hunter's Moon - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Portico Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Oasis Biker Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Skirrid Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury Mountain Holiday Property & Wellness Retreat with Sauna, Pool & Hot Tub. have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Luxury Mountain Holiday Property & Wellness Retreat with Sauna, Pool & Hot Tub. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Luxury Mountain Holiday Property & Wellness Retreat with Sauna, Pool & Hot Tub.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Mountain Holiday Property & Wellness Retreat with Sauna, Pool & Hot Tub.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Mountain Holiday Property & Wellness Retreat with Sauna, Pool & Hot Tub. located?

This family-friendly Abergavenny holiday home is located in the mountains, 2 mi (3.3 km) from Wernddu Golf Club, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Brecon Beacons National Park and Tithe Barn. Borough Theatre and Abergavenny Museum and Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 45 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Fantastic for all ages

This place was perfect for our family gathering of 20 people age raging between 4 and 80. We didn't see the kids for three days- they had so much space to run around and lots of nooks and crannies to explore. Beautiful decorations with thoughtful attention to detail. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne C.

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

90th birthday celebration

A family gathering of 26 people, age ranges 11months- 90 years. We stayed in the farmhouse and the dairy and had a fantastic weekend. The property had everything we needed with lots of space for all of us. The views were amazing and it was great to be able to walk from the propery
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulrike K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Amazing property

I celebrated my 60th birthday at this stunning venue. The area and the grounds of the property are amazing. Highly recommended. VRBO room constellations are not correct, check with venue management.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

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

What a party venue

We held a large and (relatively) civilised hen party weekend at the Farmhouse. The practicalities for a large group were outstanding, and the colour and charm were too. Emily the property manager was responsive and had ready answers and prepared info for all my many questions. So arranging a party there was easy (easier) as a result. The natural swimming pool is a treat even in October, just do it, you won't regret it. Do the big walk. Get the hot tub, the view is incredible. Other thing we liked - no scrimping on toilet paper and dishwasher tabs, the quality of the showers and the glorious character - not a greige or magnolia in sight. Very much caters for a large group. Minor note - cluster flies are rife, but easily managed provided you're not squeamish.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard O.

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

Brilliant property, amenities & location

Had a long weekend in two of the properties. The location is fabulous with uninterrupted views of the beautiful countryside. The houses are furnished to a high standard and the facilities were impeccable. We were also lucky with the weather!.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

We had a fantastic weekend break - what a lovely house,

We had a big group of friends here for the weekend and had a brilliant time. The house was lovely with excellent facilities, the hot tub was great and the garden and views were stunning. Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

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

Brilliant property with charm and tons of space

Thank you for making our Christmas so special. The big house was fantastic. Full of charm and beautifully decorated. Loved the size of all bedrooms and private bathrooms for everyone. And the barn is a sensational party space. Could not recommend it more.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine T.

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

The best venue for my sister’s hen weekend

We had the best weekend at Wern-Y-Cwm for our family and friends hen do. The photos of the Farmhouse and grounds don’t do it justice, it really is a beautiful place. We made use of all the Farmhouse rooms, disco den and garden for our activities. The Barn was an extra special addition and we managed to keep it a surprise for the Bride to be which worked perfectly. It was a fab weekend for all ages, thank you to Emily and Laura!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA LINDA M.

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

Birthday Weekend

We had a really wonderful time together as the house can accommodate every age comfortably. The kitchen dining area is large so can house everyone cooking playing and sitting g around. Altogether a fantastic home. The garden forest area is gorgeous. We played croquet a lot which kept most everyone entertained for hours. There are some pretty walks from the house. Most of all the view from the house and garden are stunning. Altogether a fabulous weekend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tony G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Family Christmas & Ruby Wedding Anniversary at Wern y Cwm Farmhouse December 2022

The Farmhouse was warm and welcoming in a fantastic rural location! It was easy access to Abergavenny with all its amenities. The farmhouse had a well equipped kitchen including an Aga. The layout and facilities of the Farmhouse suited our family very well! On the negative side, having paid well over Seven Thousand Pounds ,it was a kick in the teeth to be charged extra for logs, dogs and the 18th guest! Especially as the 18th guest was one year old and not provided with a cot, high chair or towel? We also had problems with the electricity during our stay! On the first occasion ( Christmas Eve, just as we were about to serve Dinner ) We thought it was a general power cut, when we realized it was only the farmhouse it took about 40 minutes to sort out the problem! On subsequent occasions we were able to reset it in about 10 minutes. Being plunged into total darkness was not only very annoying, but could also have had serious safety consequences! Suggestions for small improvements would be: 1. A set of sparkling wine glasses for celebrations 2. Serving spoons for the dinning room 3. Glass water jugs and vases for the dinning room 4. A set of cooks knives in the kitchen 5. Each guest given a hand towel to supplement the bath towel 6. Improved exterior lighting on the Farmhouse ( one of the family had a nasty fall on the steps near the gate ,in the dark ) Despite the niggles, The family had a very enjoyable Christmas and celebrations at Wern y Cwm Farmhouse and were able to explore the amazing local area with its great walks and History
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

2/10 Terrible

Awais K.

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

Extremely rude host, disrespectful, poor communication and a liar!

I stayed at this house with a group of 6 families; all well educated with multiple post graduate degrees, well travelled and have had numerous stay cations and holidays. Never in our history of travel have we ever encountered such rudeness from our host. To keep the review fair I have listed the key pros and cons of staying here. Positives: Good size house, ample parking, fair location in terms of scenic environment and access to main roads. Drawbacks: Host: I had to chase to get communication on arrival instructions, no clear instructions on where items are kept (e.g. iron, cleaning equipment) and no contact number so only communication method was via email. Checkout is at 10am, I enquired for late checkout (due to having small children to prevent having to rush) and the host advised this was not possible due to cleaners arriving straight after we leave. However, there were no cleaners since the host emailed me after 9pm on the day we departed. Her email was rude and full of lies, she was suggesting we had "trashed" the house and apparently left the hot tub in a "broken" and "disgusting" state. Everything was in working order when we left the property, we had placed all but few small bits of rubbish in the bins (for which by the way she left limited black bags) and there was the usual mess you would expect the cleaners to clean (bedsheets, towels, some food crumbs in the kitchen etc). After checkout, the host was repeatedly emailing with multiple lies which I eventually just ignored. House: In terms of the house itself, whilst it is of a good size it is structurally dated and everything creaks (floors, doors, beds!). There are no locks on the doors and they are very thin walls and floors thus disturbing kids trying to sleep with the slightest of noise. Furthermore, the power cut downstairs on 3 occasions, once whilst we were cooking which was a nuisance and an inconvenience. Location: to get to the house you have to drive half a mile along a very narrow road, fortunately we weren't faced with oncoming traffic however if we did then one of the cars would have to reverse back which would be a nightmare. When exploring the local area we were also faced with racism. To summarise, I would not recommend staying here. Whilst the drawbacks of the house and location can be managed, the rude host has impacted my mental wellbeing and I would not want anyone else to be put through the post checkout traumatic experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

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

Great stay for a group gathering

Great space and house to get together with friends and all their families. Lots to do. Lots of space. Bigger than the photos show. Super helpful before check in.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Great property for a family

The house was in a beautiful setting. Immaculately clean and the rooms were really spacious! Well equipped for a big family to all dine together. We had plenty of room in the bedrooms even with z-beds set up. The jacuzzi was a lovely feature with the gorgeous view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steph T.

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

You will not be disappointed!!

We stayed here for 3 nights over easter and can honestly say the house and location was breath taking! On arrival the house was immaculately cleaned with everything you need for a thoroughly enjoyable stay. I can't recommend this place enough, we will most definitely be looking at returning next year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helena M., Austin, TX

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

Heavenly!

Our group of 17 could not have been more happy with our stay at the one-of-a-kind Werny-Y-Cwm Farmhouse. The home was impeccable in every way--super clean and beautifully decorated. The hosts were very helpful with my many questions while arranging the booking from the U.S., and accessible when we needed to call with a last-minute request after check-in. The hosts provide lots of information about the operations of the home itself and also about things to do in the surrounding area. The hot tub was a special treated we much enjoyed! I would not hesitate to stay here again. Thank you for the memories!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tara B.

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

AMAZING!

I can’t even put in to words the incredible time we had at this house. The house itself is beautiful and the location is breathtaking. We went for a birthday celebration and all had an amazing time. We are even talking about planning a summer visit next year. The disco den was a great bonus and we had the most amazing fancy dress party in here. I also can’t recommend The Hunters Moon Inn enough where we had Sunday lunch, all so accommodating and the food was delicious. Book this property ASAP!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Great 40th birthday

Brilliant weekend away with friends for a 40th birthday celebration. Great space for the kids to run around, a brilliant kitchen for dinners, lots of games/films provided. Perfect weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bobby W.

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

Amazing!!!

Would 100% recommend this venue. The views are absolutely breathtaking, the facilities are amazing, the house is beautiful and super clean throughout. We wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

olayinka a.

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Farmhouse review

POSITIVES Large rooms Large kitchen Peaceful rural location Adequate parking NEGATIVES Too expensive for what is provided No housekeeping No TVs in the bedrooms apart from one. Not ideal for teenagers and we had 8 who were frustrated by the weak WiFi signal and scramble for one tv with limited channels. Hot tub could be appropriate to the number of guests- the inflatable one seemed like an after-thought. Most of the bedrooms lacked good ventilation, the nights were hot and sweaty with no provision of mechanical ventilation like fan or air conditioner. Too many don’ts- had to dispose glass bottles ourselves, clean up after ourselves etc Had power cut for a whole day and told to plan a day trip with no form of compensation. Check-out was meant to be at 10am but the gardener was mowing the lawn by 8am.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

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

Maserati training

The property was even better than description and photos. We had dinner in main barn which is amazing. The location is idyllic and wonderful views. Everyone commented on how lovely the house was. Will come again.

10/10 Excellent

Elin d.

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

Lovely house, gorgeous setting

Thanks so much for having us. A glorious location for a UK holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Saima H.

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

3 night stay at the farmhouse

Easy check in process. Clean and tidy property, perfect for all ages.

10/10 Excellent

Alyson H.

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

Just perfect

Wow, what a fabulous property, incredible location with views to die for! Upon arrival, we were so impressed with how spotlessly clean the whole house was. The property is decorated/furnished to a very high standard, with unique touches throughout the house. Every thing we could possibly need within the kitchen was there, so cooking was a pleasure. The downstairs games/disco room is a great space, perfect for teenage children, the same can be said for the trampoline. The infinity garden is beautiful, the vista whilst using the hot tub is breathtaking. Five stars all round ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

10/10 Excellent

Qi W.

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

Excellent property

Absolutely beautiful property with everything you need. Beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liz H.

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

Wonderful large family Christmas escape

The house was perfect, slightly shabby chic, so we weren’t constantly worrying about damaging something - we had seven children under six years old with us. The bedrooms and bathrooms are glorious, everyone enjoying luxurious deep baths. The wood burning stoves gave the numerous pyromaniacs of the party great delight, and when the little ones got too over excited, they went down to the playroom for a bop! Wonderful views and walks, and a visit to the Hunter s Moon for a pub lunch much enjoyed. The people we encountered at the house and in Abergavenny were all lovely, in fact I’d love to move there. We have two engaged couples amongst us who are considering using the fabulous Barn as a wedding location. We’ll be back! Humble-Thomas-Nelson family.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

About the host

Hosted by Emily Watkins

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I bought Wern-Y-Cwm as a retirement business and have spend the past few years putting my life and soul into the renovations to ensure a sympathetic and comfortable restoration. The decor is quirky and bright, using upcycled and recycled materials and furnishings (other than the mattresses).

This property is too special not to share, and my aim is to create a space that our guests will love so much they wish to come back time and again. We are working hard to make a truly beautiful garden, which will blend into the stunning 30 acre smallholding. The area is teaming with wildlife and wildflowers and is simply stunning.

Why they chose this property

Wern-Y-Cwm is unique. Perfect for a family holiday in one of the incredibly comfortable and well equipped houses, or booked as a whole for a large special event, business or sporting retreat.

What makes this property unique

Extraordinary Banqueting Barn
Quirky décor
Great pictures
Exceptionally well equiped
Incredible views
Stunning gardens
30 acres of farmland
Walk straight onto the mountain with views over 6 counties
Hot tubs in the Farmhouse and Dairy
Only 5 minutes drive from Abergavenny
Amazing local pubs and restaurants