A sublime stylish stay in the heart of the Black Mountains, complete with wood burning stoves, far reaching views and complete peace and quiet, yet just a mile away from a country pub.
SUBLIME STYLING AND LUXURY LIVING IN THE BEAUTIFUL HILLS BEYOND ABERGAVENNY
An idyllic cottage nestled on a quiet hillside with far reaching views across the Sugar Loaf Mountain from the South facing terrace. Set in the heart of the glorious Black Mountains, it's just a short drive from the market town of Abergavenny. With woodland trails, miles of National Park trails & plenty of country pubs it is the perfect get away from it all escape awaits.
Close to the natural border between England and Wales there are incredible walks and mountain bike trails right from the door with riding stables in the neighbouring valley for pony trekking. Historic castles, beautiful abbeys and ancient churches nearby, as well as the market town of Abergavenny within 15 minutes, famed for its food festival each September and Hay on Wye with its world famous literary festival each May. The Cathedral cities of Brecon and Hereford are within 35 minutes.
The accommodation offers THREE bedrooms: 1 super-king-size with en-suite shower and WC and 2 twins which can be easily made into super-kings. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC. Lounge: with woodburner (first basket of logs included), TV and Blu-ray. Kitchen/diner: with range style double electric oven and gas hob, fridge, dishwasher, freezer, washer/dryer and woodburner. Outside: terrace with seating, BBQ and lawn. Amenities: parking for 3 cars. Bed linen, towels, electric, central heating and Wi-Fi included. Additional Info: property is only suitable for 4 adults and 2 children aged 16 or below.
Access - Please note: The track up to the cottage is steep and may not be suitable for low sports cars.
Dogs fees are charged per dog at £20.00 for up to 7 nights, £40.00 for up to 14 nights and an additional £20.00 for every week or part week thereafter.
SLEEPS 2 - 6 : Suitable for up to 4 adults + 2 children (16 yrs or below). Three super king-size bedrooms, gorgeous "room with a view" master bedroom with en-suite shower, two further bedrooms, each of which can be converted into either twin, or super king-size rooms on request at the time of booking, beautiful Egyptian cotton bedding and towels provided.
RELAXING : Light, bright and stylish sitting room with large sofa, two armchairs, log burning stove, first basket of logs included, TV, DVD, Wi-Fi, local books, maps, armfuls of holiday reads and interior magazines…bliss!
COOKING & DINING : Handmade farmhouse kitchen with large range cooker, dishwasher, washer/dryer, large fridge/freezer and larder, microwave, essential cafetierre & teapot! Farmhouse dining table with a view, for six and log burning stove for keeping cosy.
KEEPING CLEAN : Upstairs family bathroom with roll top bath, over bath shower, basin and loo. En-suite shower room in the master bedroom. Towels included.
OUTSIDE : Fabulous views from the main terrace, which is south facing and quite a sun trap! Large solid fuel bbq (please provide your own fuel), outdoor furniture. The garden is stock fenced, beyond the lawn there is a rougher woodland area to the rear of the cottage which you are very welcome to explore. A further private terrace, perfect for morning coffee accessed via the main twin bedroom.
TECHY STUFF : Wi-Fi, TV, DVD, full central heating.
RUBBISH: Due to general waste collections happening every 2 weeks, guests are kindly asked to take their general waste to the waste depot near Waitrose before vacating the property. Recycled rubbish can be sorted and left. A nominal charge of £5 will be levied for non-removed general waste.
PETS : Two pooches are most welcome, downstairs only and paws off the furniture please! The kitchen with wood burner is perfect for drying off muddy paws and there is a tap is available outside.
CHILDREN : Children are really welcome at Crofty - a highchair, travel cot and stair gate are available, please note that there are steep stone stairs which aren’t very toddler friendly.
WATER: The water is supplied from a spring. During periods of dry spells of weather please be mindful that this in not a mains supply and being profligate with the water is not recommended.
ACCESS : The cottage is located 400 metres off the country lane at the top of a steep driveway, it may not be suitable for low slung sports cars.
COUNTRY CODE: Please observe this important code - there may be stray sheep, chickens or geese within wandering distance. Please keep any dogs under control and supervised.