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The Clock House is a rare find. The elegant holiday home is part of a beautifully transformed late-Victorian stable block on the Tal-y-Coed estate, sleeping four people in two double bedrooms with tranquil views of the surrounding parkland. It dates from 1888 and is Grade-II star listed, boasting beautiful period features combined with contemporary comforts to appeal to modern couples, families and friends. The location between Abergavenny and Monmouth could not be more perfect for a relaxed rural holiday. Spend happy days exploring the Brecon Beacons, Wye Valley, and a wealth of market towns and historic sights.
Tal-y-Coed is a small hamlet a twenty minute walk from the tiny Monmouthshire village of Llanvihangel-Ystern-Llewern, seven miles from Monmouth and nine miles from Abergavenny. Both are historic market towns with excellent amenities that include a choice of supermarkets, regular market days, and a range of independent cafes, pubs, restaurants, boutiques and other shops. Monmouth is best known as the birthplace of Henry V and has the only fortified bridge left in Great Britain. Abergavenny's High Street is mostly pedestrianised with historic buildings including the ruined Norman castle with fantastic views of the Blorenge, a gorgeous church dating from 1100 with an adjacent medieval tithe barn, and a lovely Victorian Market Hall, which is as much a hub of the community as it has ever been.
Llanvihangel-Ystern-Llewern is on the route of the Offa's Dyke footpath. The walk from the village to Pandy is charming, affording walkers with views of the Sugarloaf and the Skirrid as it goes through fields and villages you may not otherwise discover. It also passes White Castle. Together with Skenfrith and Grosmont, it is part of the popular Three Castles Walk. You're never far from a castle in Wales - a fact that is particularly evident along this stretch of the border! Mountain biking and cycling are both favourite activities. With the Brecon Beacons National Park, Black Mountains, and the Wye Valley all within easy reach, you're not short of options. Go fly fishing on the Usk, kayaking on the Wye, or boating on the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. You can also play golf at the Rolls of Monmouth Club or have fun trying your hand at different activities like clay pigeon shooting.
Local attractions include the book shops in Hay-on-Wye, Chepstow Castle, Tintern Abbey and Hereford Cathedral. Good road links make Cardiff and Bristol less than an hour away. There are direct trains from Abergavenny to Cardiff and Hereford if you'd prefer not to drive. The local calendar is full of events that include festivals celebrating food, music, literature and agriculture. Having once been a hotbed of unrest and uprising, the area around The Clock House is now one of peace and beauty that is ideal for a holiday in all seasons.
Owner details:
Tom & Broo Innes joined Independent Cottages in April 2021
Accommodation Comprises:
The Clock House is set well back from the road at the end of a long tree-lined avenue with parkland on either side. Accommodation is over two levels. It's decorated in a simple style that suits the elegant features and proportions of the cottage.
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Upstairs:
Outside: Steps lead from the dining room to the front lawn, and the cottage also has a private deck with outdoor seating. There is secure storage for bicycles and off-street parking for two cars.
Additional Information: The cottage is suitable for guests over the age of 10. All utilities, a basket of logs, WiFi, bed linen and bath towels are provided. Short breaks are possible, depending on availability. Smoking and pets are not permitted.
| Season | Weekly Rate | Short Breaks |
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Mon, 1st Apr 2024 - Fri, 31st May 2024 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices:
3 nights: £360 | 4 nights: £480 | 5 nights: £600 | 6 nights: £720 |
7 Nights |
3 Nights |
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Sat, 1st Jun 2024 - Sun, 30th Jun 2024 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices:
3 nights: £405 | 4 nights: £540 | 5 nights: £675 | 6 nights: £810 |
7 Nights |
3 Nights |
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Mon, 1st Jul 2024 - Sat, 31st Aug 2024 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices:
3 nights: £450 | 4 nights: £600 | 5 nights: £750 | 6 nights: £900 |
7 Nights |
3 Nights |
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Sun, 1st Sep 2024 - Thu, 31st Oct 2024 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices:
3 nights: £360 | 4 nights: £480 | 5 nights: £600 | 6 nights: £720 |
7 Nights |
3 Nights |
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Fri, 1st Nov 2024 - Fri, 20th Dec 2024 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices:
3 nights: £270 | 4 nights: £360 | 5 nights: £450 | 6 nights: £540 |
7 Nights |
3 Nights |
There is a pub, The Halfway, within 15 minutes' walk of the Clock House. It has a nice garden and does home cooked meals. Opening hours: Wednesday and Thursday evenings; Friday, open for lunch and in the evening; Saturday and Sunday, open all day from 11.30 am. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
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