The Coach House in Abergavenny

"We spent a wonderful week in this beautiful welsh valley. The coach house was just perfect for us, very very spacious, clean, so quiet and great for our cocker spaniel and four year old (whom both loved the garden) the location was superb for getting on our bikes and heading to the nearby canal for rides along to Crickhowell and Abergavenny for lunch, coffee and cake. We walked up sugar loaf and visit the big pit. We had dinner in the dragon and the bear (Crickhowell) both were great. We ate in too and with a fully equipped kitchen and large fridge freezer it made it easy work of it. The fire and sofas were so cosy, Just perfect for a little glass of red wine at the end of the day. Thank you Nicola for letting us stay with you, we hope that we get to visit again soon. "

Reviewed by Tracy J on 28/10/2017

"We stayed at this amazing location for two weeks in September 2017. The accommodation was superb, a real home from home. Very clean and tidy and well stocked with all that you could possibly need. The owner and family were the perfect hosts and were so helpful and attended to all our needs. Even our pet dog had a great time and enjoyed his stay despite his advancing years. If you are looking for a quite, peaceful, restful place to stay where you can unwind and relax in amazing surroundings with views to die for, then look no further. The helpful, friendly and accommodating host only enhances your time there. Enjoy.....we did!"

Reviewed by 22tybach on 22/09/2017

"We booked this property as it was near to our grandchildren's home and looked lovely in the brochure.On our arrival we attempted to make tea in the teapot which was full of mould. Mugs and plates were chipped. We then used the washing machine which turned out not to be working so we were left with wet smelly clothes.The owner did launder the clothes herself but the washing machine was out of action for the rest of the week. We asked the owner if it would be possible for our grandchildren to come to us for tea.She said that was fine and they could run around and play in the garden.Myself and my daughter in law were supervising them, as the patio at the back of the house is in a state of disrepair and dangerous and we were also mindful of keeping near to the cottage away from the main house in respect of the owners privacy.My two grandsons were playing football when we heard a voice shouting angrily directly at the children demanding they stop kicking the ball on the flower beds.This was apparently the owners mother . She made no effort to come and speak to us ,which I would consider an appropriate course of action. Both the adults and children were shocked by the tone and inappropriate nature of this .We are responsible people and would never allow the children to do anything destructive.We took the children indoors.This was humiliating and deeply upsetting for us all. The owner later came to apologize for the incident and her mothers behavior. We have stayed in many different cottages with different companies and have never experienced anything like this before.The final insult was the owner shouting through the kitchen window the next morning asking us were we going as she had asked the cleaner to come early at 8.30 as we had said we may be leaving early!"

Reviewed by bevie1962 on 04/09/2017

"Arrived late but that wasn't a problem, the lights were on and a warm welcome was awaiting. Milk in the fridge, fire wood ready to burn, fresh towels and above all else - hot water in abundance! Couldn't believe the amazing views we were greeted with on our first morning. Overlooking The Blorenge, even on a wet, dull morning, was still spectacular. Nicola greeted us with a warm, friendly smile and lots of local knowledge and a genuine desire to ensure we enjoyed our stay - it was my Birthday whilst we were there and she left a beautiful bottle of red in the kitchen for us. Would definitely recommend this beautifully well equipped cottage to anyone who is looking for a relaxing home from home vacation. It's also pet friendly which was simply the icing on the cake for us. Thank you Nicola for letting us stay in your amazing Coach House."

Reviewed by MDimmick on 31/05/2016

"We really enjoyed the peaceful location and the warm welcome from the owners. This is an ideally situated cottage for the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons. I would definitely return to here. With the open fire it would be very cosy in the winter."

Reviewed by Mrs Rawling on 21/05/2016

"We had a fantastic stay at the Coach House, and felt very welcomed by the owner.. The rooms were clean and well kept, with everything we needed for our stay. "

Reviewed by Mr Warley on 14/03/2016

"A lovely spacious house, which was really nice and warm on a cold week. There were views of hills and mountains from each room. There was a nice comfy bed and a great porch for removing outdoor gear before getting in the house. There was an outside shelter for bikes and the owner was lovely and friendly."

Reviewed by Ms Fuell on 16/01/2016

"Peaceful location, spacious accommodation and a lovely area."

Reviewed by Mr Swindells on 11/07/2015

"The peaceful countryside location, with splendid views, it's overall ambience and spaciousness as well as the welcome from the owners all contributed to making it a most enjoyable holiday."

Reviewed by Mrs Barber on 24/03/2015

"A very warm welcome from the host but totally felt it was our home for the stay. Had a beautiful garden and was very well located. Would definitely come back again."

Reviewed by Miss Wren on 25/02/2015

"The cottage was well equipped and the owners very helpful and friendly. I would definitely recommend this property to others and plan to stay here again."

Reviewed by Mr Aldridge on 30/12/2014

"This cottage is set in a very quiet area of Gilwern and yet very near to all amenities. The cottage was rustic, spacious, comfortable and had a well equipped kitchen. The beds were extremely comfortable enabling a good nights sleep for all. The countryside around you here is stunning and the canal is nearby too, which we walked along to Crickhowell."

Reviewed by Mrs Pollard on 07/12/2014

"The property was very comfortable and in a very quiet and beautiful location."

Reviewed by Mrs Allsop on 15/11/2014

"The owners were very welcoming and helpful. The open fire was lovely, a very nice cosy place to stay. A great base for walking."

Reviewed by Miss Courtney on 26/10/2014

"Self contained Coach House is in excellent condition, very spacious with all new fixtures and fittings. The property is set back off the main road and is very peaceful and quiet. Our host was very attentive but left us to ourselves. Two good pubs in the village with Crickhowell and Abergavenny very close by for restaurants and other places to eat/drink. We would highly recommend the Coach House!"

Reviewed by Mr Barrett on 01/10/2014

"Having the garden was amazing and the cottage is well located to get to things. All the leaflets were really helpful and the owner is lovely. The shower is amazing, the views stunning and the bed super comfy."

Reviewed by Mrs Powell on 13/09/2014

"Nice quiet location with great scenery and within easy reach of plenty of tourist attractions and lovely villages. The owner was so friendly and welcoming but although she was next door left us entirely to ourselves whilst being available if needed. "

Reviewed by Mrs Hall on 07/09/2014

"Very convenient centre for so many attractions, while being quiet and secluded for a rest."

Reviewed by Mr Dalwood on 05/07/2014

"Three girlfriends and I decided to have a long weekend away from our respective husbands and climb a hill. We chose Wales, and randomly came across this little gem of a cottage, nestled near the black mountains and a perfect home away from home. The sitting room and kitchen were huge and the utterly lovely hostess had laid out hundreds of leaflets for the various activities near by. We went to the sugarloaf vine yard, climbed sugarloaf mountain and visited a lot of local pubs! The cottage itself is a stunning converted barn on the grounds of the main house which, before arriving, I was a little concerned about but it was more than fine; the family very much kept themselves to themselves (until we ran out of sugar - a quick text and 2 mins later there was a knock at the door - sugar! Really sweet of her and very accommodating) and we felt comfortable enough to have a picnic and a BBQ in the garden without feeling like we were in their way or vice versa. Truly lovely find and very reasonable in price, highly recommended."

Reviewed by DelightedKitty on 08/06/2014

"Fantastic - a lovely welcome and a stunning property. A stunning cottage and much larger than expected, really warm and rural retreat with a lovely local pub - fantastic Sunday lunch at The Bell! The perfect escape from the City!"

Reviewed by Mrs Mullin on 20/05/2014

"The cottage was ideal for our requirements being in a quiet rural setting with loads of privacy. It was also ideal for our dog."

Reviewed by Mr Cunningham on 03/05/2014

"We enjoyed our stay at The Coach House very much and plan to return. It was in an area favoured for mountain biking and offered plenty of options for this. BikePark Wales was particularly enjoyable. The Bell has a good pub quiz on a Tuesday too. In addition, cosy evenings were had by the open fire!"

Reviewed by Ms Dutton on 31/01/2014

"The cottage was a lot more then expected and we had a fantastic break."

Reviewed by Mr Reeves on 21/01/2014

"The Coach House was the highlight of our 2 week trip from California. Spacious, yet cozy with a warm fire after a long day. Great views in a rural setting but close to good pubs and Abergavenny for day trips by rail. Nicola is very helpful and a delight to talk with. All in all, a terrific stay and would love to come back some time."

Reviewed by horriblebulldog1007 on 31/12/2013

"Restful and relaxing cottage. "

Reviewed by Mr Imison on 15/12/2013

"The location of the property was brilliant - lovely scenery and lots to do. The property was warm and comfortable - ideal for our family holiday. The owner was particularly helpful."

Reviewed by Mr Hoare on 06/12/2013

"Excellent property. Excellent hostess."

Reviewed by Mr Decker on 27/10/2013

"Beautiful scenery. A good base for visiting many attractions in and around the Brecons. Friendly owner, very helpful. Local people were also helpful and friendly. The Coach House was cosy, clean and comfortable, great to have a real fire. Everything was perfect."

Reviewed by Mrs Courtney on 18/10/2013

"We enjoyed the lovely views from the cottage, the peace and quiet, and the good walks. Convenient location for visiting not only the more scenic parts of Wales, but also the industrial heritage. The cottage was very well equipped and warm. "

Reviewed by Mrs Glasspool on 18/10/2013

"The Coach House is centrally situated for a huge number of holiday excursions. It is within easy reach of excellent shopping facilities, and within half a mile of key road links. To top it all the views from the bedroom balcony are stunning, cannot ask for more."

Reviewed by Mr Benson on 13/09/2013

"Beautiful location, fantastic accommodation (was planning where to put our furniture as could move in to live there!). Best holiday we have had in years. Would definitely go back again."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 18/07/2013

"The area was outstanding in its beauty, and was very peaceful and quiet. A wonderful place to relax and the local people were very friendly and welcoming."

Reviewed by Mrs Chalk on 24/05/2013

"Great & relaxed owners who were very friendly with nothing too much trouble. Property is in a lovely location with good access for walking. All you need for a holiday was provided in the property. We would love to return -what more can we say!"

Reviewed by Mr Lamdin on 27/02/2013

"We chose Gilwern as we have previously visited the area and always planned to go back. We arrived and were given a warm and friendly reception by Nicola. Nothing was too much trouble. The property is brilliant, lots of space and a bedroom with a balcony and views to die for out across the Usk valley to Sugarloaf and the Black Mountains. The property is sited about 1 mile from Gilwern centre which has all the basic amenities - minimarket, petrol, pubs, newsagent, pharmacy, doctors surgery and even a chip shop. Just down the road is the town of abergavenny with a superb range of food and other shops as well as several supermarkets. Arrange a visit in September to coincide with the abergavenny food festival. Gilwern sits on The Heads of the Valley road so access to Cardiff, Swansea, the Brecon Beacons and Brecon town, the Forest of Dean and the Black Mountains is simplicity itself. If driving is not your cup of tea then there is walking in all directions and of all standards on the doorstep. The Brecon Beacons Horseshoe is a challenging walk and again only about 40 minutes drive to the start. There is even the Monmouth and Breckon canal with towpath a few hundred yards down the lane. Industrial archeaology abounds with Blaenarvon Iron Works (World Heritage site), Clydach gorge and iron works and Blorenge Mountain and its network of tramways and quarries all within 10 miles. We loved every minute of our stay. The only downside is that the local pub is at the bottom of the hill that leads up to the Coach-house, alright going, a challenge for the return journey. The best bit, we're booked in already for next year"

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 05/12/2012

"Warm welcome. Very cosy with log fires. An ideal winter retreat. Great local walks and facilities. Third visit and we will go again."

Reviewed by Mrs Taylor on 12/11/2012

"Being on my own and doing things I wanted to do, like recharging the battery! I enjoyed the chance to be able to light the open fire as it was such a change."

Reviewed by Mrs Jones on 28/10/2012

"Very quiet location, yet easy to reach from the main roads, with very pleasant owners."

Reviewed by Mr Palim on 19/10/2012

"Cottage extremely well equipped and very comfortable. Made very welcome and nothing too much trouble. Property ideally suited for touring."

Reviewed by Mr Benson on 23/09/2012

"Special property on the grounds of a bigger house, well worth visiting. Beautiful grounds."

Reviewed by Mr Goodwin on 31/08/2012

"Intense tranquility that is best described the Coach House and its surrounding areas. One can enjoy both the country and the nearby cities; the choice is yours within any day's excursion. There is a certain warmth about Coach House that complements the tranquility.The house is equipped just like any home. The surrounding areas are fantastic for walks. A brisk walk in the crisp morning air will set the mood for the day's activities."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 01/05/2012

"We loved the tranquility and beauty of the surrounding areas. The cottage has warmth and personality. The surrounding towns are lovely to visit. Great place to relax and unwind."

Reviewed by Mr Mohd Tahir on 26/03/2012

"Apart from the natural beauty of the countryside, the convenience of being near to every facility ie. good shops, lovely pubs and places to eat. On top of that the Coach House felt like home. Nothing pretentious, but cosy and comfortable. The landlady is charming and very welcoming."

Reviewed by Mr Crowe on 06/12/2011

"Very comfortable accommodation and welcoming host. Ideal as a base for walking in the Beacons and Black Mountains."

Reviewed by Mr Kennington on 13/11/2011

"Spacious and comfortable in a wonderful area. Good for parking too."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 16/09/2011

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Coach House where we received a warm welcome. The house is a perfect base for exploring the Brecons and close enough to South Wales to do a beech trip. Our city children loved running around in the massive back garden. The house was perfectly equipped and above all, nice and clean. We plan to return next year."

Reviewed by Mrs Rainbrid on 01/08/2011

"The character of the building was fabulous, loved the open fire and the layout. The views were great, and the location was excellent - near Abergavenny, walking distance to Gilwern, but very quiet and peaceful. Our hostess was very welcoming, and we really enjoyed our stay. "

Reviewed by Mrs Baxendale on 08/06/2011

"We loved the peaceful location and central location to the Brecon Beacons and other attractions. The cottage was spacious and homely and we would recommend!"

Reviewed by Mrs Edwards on 03/05/2011

"Friendly welcome, effective central heating and a generous supply of starter logs, fire lighters, milk, juice, tea, coffee and sugar. Great location for walks. Very clean. Would stay there again and recommend it."

Reviewed by Mrs Fryer on 08/03/2011

"The owner was extremely welcoming and very kind. We felt very at home in the warm, cosy cottage. The kitchen was well equipped and there was everything we needed throughout the cottage. It was a really lovely holiday."

Reviewed by Mrs Townsend on 15/02/2011

"Lovely, cosy cottage with plenty of space for family to visit us for lunch. The owners were very helpful and had even provided thoughtful touches such as a Christmas tree, beautiful flowers, sweets, electric blankets and hot water bottles for our Christmas break. We awoke to a stunning snowy winter landscape on Christmas morning. Sheer joy! We would not hesitate to recommend the Coach House. "

Reviewed by Ms Perrin on 03/01/2011

"Absolutely wonderful break in a beautiful part of the country. Will definitely be going back soon."

Reviewed by Mr Mohammad-Smart on 13/12/2010

"The cottage was beautiful and the welcome was incredibly warm. All 3 of us, including the dog, were made to feel at home immediately. The description of the location was accurate, even the local pub (the Corn Exchange) offered us a fantastically warm welcome, and amazing food."

Reviewed by Miss Donovan on 07/12/2010

"The cottage was beautiful and the welcome was incredibly warm. All 3 of us, including the dog, were made to feel at home immediately. The description of the location was accurate, even the local pub (the Corn Exchange) offered us a fantastically warm welcome, and amazing food."

Reviewed by Claired1076910 on 07/12/2010

"The Coach House is in a lovely, peaceful spot but near to towns, with a variety of good restaurants. Crickhowell and its lovely kitchen shop is very close and we also visited Cardiff by train from abergavenny. Our grandson took full advantage of the large, lawned area at the back of the house and we all enjoyed a walk along the canal which is just down the road from the house."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 11/11/2010

"A lovely cottage. Great space to enjoy with your family."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 08/11/2010

"The Coach House has lots of character with a lovely fire place for open log fires. It is an ideal autumn/winter retreat. The setting and surroundings are superb with lots of easily accessible walking. The owners were particularly obliging - very pleasant and interested to make sure that everything was ok. Great place to take the dog. We are contemplating a return visit early next year."

Reviewed by Mrs Taylor on 01/11/2010

"The owner was very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Fish & Chip shop in Gilwern - chips were the best tasted! "

Reviewed by Mrs Tomlin on 28/10/2010

"Lovely property in gorgeous location, perfectly located for touring the area in all directions. Very helpful and friendly owner. very highly recommended. Fantastic area to visit - in every respect!"

Reviewed by Mr Akerman on 20/10/2010

"We had a wonderful holiday. The location of this cottage was just perfect for us, lovely and quite with the most beautiful views. Perfect!"

Reviewed by Mrs Walker on 23/08/2010

"Beautiful, peaceful surroundings, in very convenient location. "

Reviewed by Mrs Jones on 10/08/2010

"Friendly welcome from helpful owner. Good central location for South Wales and the borders. Lots of information provided for potential days out. Excellent property that exceeded our expectations in all areas."

Reviewed by Mr Mehen on 03/08/2010

"The Coach House was in a beautiful location and was so peaceful. The area and ease of road travelling."

Reviewed by Mrs Hall on 13/07/2010

"The owners of the property were very helpful. The Coach House was very spacious and comfortable. "

Reviewed by Ms Penfold on 13/07/2010

"The Coach House is situated in a beautiful place over looking Sugar Loaf Mountain which is stunning. The owners were very helpful and very friendly, willing to give advice about places to visit and where to eat. "

Reviewed by Mrs Collins on 07/06/2010

"Within walking distance to Gilwern. Lovely scenery and fantastic walks along the canal. There was plenty of information at the cottage on places to visit. Overall a brilliant holiday."

Reviewed by Miss Taylor on 17/05/2010

"Nicola was so helpful. The coach house was clean, well-equipped, cosy, romantic, quiet. Everything we wanted. Location was great as near Crickhowell with lots of good pubs (The Bear pub is fantastic) and good walks nearby."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 13/04/2010

"The cottage was perfectly situated for some excellent walks and when you came back it was very cosy and well-equipped. We had a lovely break."

Reviewed by Ms Long on 06/04/2010

"Great location, friendly owners, lots of character."

Reviewed by Mr Barber on 09/03/2010

"Ideal property for a relaxing and cosy holiday. The owner was so friendly and welcoming and gave great suggestions with lots of helpful mags and leaflets. Perfect!! 'The Bear' in Crickhowell was a superb place to eat. Great food and atmosphere. Very cosy and romantic. Thank you! "

Reviewed by Miss McGlothlin on 08/03/2010

"This is our second visit and we have always found it comfortable and cosy (beautiful open fire). Quiet and relaxing. Great views and landscape. Great location for walks and climbs."

Reviewed by Mr Crook on 01/01/2010

"Great cottage in lovely location. Good sized rooms and outdoor space. Perfect for exploring the surrounding mountains. Owner was very friendly and helpful. Only minor negative observation was that the shower was poor but not a bid problem!"

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 17/12/2009

"Friendly greeting on arrival from the owner. The house was very comfortable and well equipped. Plenty of places to visit in the local area especially Big Pit at Blaenavon with Cardiff just a few miles away. The house was very quiet and peaceful but could possibly benefit with the addition of a dishwasher."

Reviewed by A FlipKey verified reviewer on 03/12/2009

"The owners were very helpful with details of local walks. The property had a very comfortable relaxing atmosphere."

Reviewed by Mrs French on 09/11/2009

"Very relaxing environment - great log fire - excellent hostess - dog friendly - good location for a variety of walks and great views of Sugarloaf on a good weather day!"

Reviewed by Mrs Malinak on 28/10/2009

"The owners of this property were very welcoming and very caring. "

Reviewed by Mr White on 10/08/2009

"Owner was very friendly, excellent local advice and went above and beyond what you would reasonably expect."

Reviewed by Mr Bainborough on 07/08/2009

"Beautiful countryside and places to visit."

Reviewed by Mr Balsma on 06/07/2009

"Very welcoming and helpful owners. Clean well presented cottage with all that was needed and in a great location"

Reviewed by Mr Glenn on 04/07/2009

"Locality in Brecons. Wonderful setting of Coach House within large private grounds. Quiet and privacy. Kind and thoughtful hospitality and care from owners. Large spacious living areas - lounge and kitchen particularly. Main bedroom was large."

Reviewed by Mr & Mrs Mistral on 22/06/2009

"Excellent location with great views and privacy. "

Reviewed by Dr Martindill on 19/05/2009

"The Coach House and it's gardens were immaculate and we had everything we needed. The scenery and views were fantastic. So close to all the places we wanted to visit and had beautiful walks and tourist places to visit too. We had a perfect time there and will be booking this cottage again for our next break. "

Reviewed by Mr Crook on 14/05/2009

"Lovely cottage and good value. The field of sheep and lambs opposite was lovely, as was the log fire. "

Reviewed by Mr Moggridge on 06/04/2009

"Very friendly and hospitable owners. Totally self contained, independent and away from main house. Very light and airy. Superb location, quiet and peaceful. Great patio south facing for al fresco breakfast. Everything required within the cottage. Super open fire. Easy access to Brecon Beacons, Abergavenny etc."

Reviewed by Mrs Dyas on 24/03/2009

"Location was beautiful, lovely and private, with great views. Garden was really nice and owner very relaxed and allowed us freedom and flexibility with our dog. Layout of property was great and was very warm and cosy. Lots of nice walks nearby."

Reviewed by Ms Hancock on 23/02/2009

"Great hospitality from the owners. We had such a relaxing stay that we didn't do all the walking we had expected to do!"

Reviewed by Mrs James on 09/02/2009

"The Coach House was in a lovely area, the place was lovely and spacious, quiet and peaceful. Would visit again. Great week! "

Reviewed by Mrs Walton on 02/12/2008

"Superb setting and location. Loved log fire."

Reviewed by Mrs Liddell on 04/11/2008

"Good location, great view and lovely log fire."

Reviewed by Mr Smith on 06/10/2008