Pet friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 7 - Abergavenny (5.5 mls N), Monmouthshire

Situated in an idyllic spot along the eastern fringes of the Brecon Beacons, this stunning property makes a fantastic getaway for families and friends seeking a relaxing holiday home in glorious surroundings. Offering cosy accommodation for up to seven guests, the imaginatively updated traditional stone-built coach house has a range of bespoke and original features including a stylish four-poster bed, a quirky teacup-style hot tub, timber beams and a delightful mature garden. Enjoying a tranquil location at the foot of the Black Mountains, this spacious residence provides a fantastic base for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers discovering a spellbinding part of the Welsh countryside.

The welcoming hallway leads through to the colourful and stylish lounge, with classic sofas, flagstone flooring, wooden beams and an open fire in a stone inglenook. Exploring further, the central kitchen/diner offers lovely views of the grounds, and makes a fabulous space for cooking and sharing family feasts and for marking special occasions. Heading up the handcrafted oak staircase, you will find a charming bathroom and three beautiful bedrooms: a cheerful double overlooking the courtyard, a pretty triple room with handcrafted built-in cabins, and an elegant en-suite double with an ornate four-poster bed.

Outside, the naturally landscaped gardens and surrounding woodlands feature babbling brooks, hidden benches and even a fairy glen. The terrace and gated courtyard feature plenty of garden furniture, with a BBQ area, firepit and wood-fired hot tub. The property is perfect for walkers, climbers and hikers exploring the Black Mountains, with The Skirrid / Ysgyryd Fawr and the Sugar Loaf within 10 miles.

The bustling town of Abergavenny (8 miles) has some great pubs, shops, cafes and restaurants, with a wealth of other local attractions including Clydach Gorge, Goytre Wharf, Raglan Castle and the Big Pit National Coal Museum all within 17 miles.