Robins Barn
A hidden gem in the Wye Valley
Tucked away in the tiny hamlet of Tregagle, in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Robin's Barn boasts spectacular, far reaching views over the beautiful, unspoilt Wye Valley and beyond to Offa's Dyke and the Forest of Dean.
Robin's Barn which is situated next to the owners' secluded home, offers comfortable self catering accommodation for 3 people.
A spiral staircase leads from the open plan living area to the 2 bedroomed upstairs accommodation. It has a private terrace with glorious views and footpaths leading from the door.
We accept pets, well behaved dogs are very welcome as it is 'doggy heaven' here, with paths leading from the door!
Robin's Barn, in the heart of the Wye Valley is just 5 miles from the little market town of Monmouth and is within easy reach of the Usk Valley, Brecon Beacons, Black Mountains and charming medieval Herefordshire villages.
Accommodation
Attractive two storey self catering cottage in the Wye Valley, sleeps 3 people.
Downstairs :
- Comfortable open plan beamed living/dining area with a beautiful view, 2 sofas, radio / cassette / CD and DVD player, colour TV and video recorder.
- The cottage also has a wood burning stove with free logs supplied, table and chairs, fitted kitchenette with fridge and freezer compartment, hob, oven and microwave.
Ample car parking space.
A spiral staircase leads to Upstairs :
- Double bedroom with a stunning view over Wye Valley
- Single bedroom with storage space
- Bathroom with WC, basin and shower over bath
Additional features and information :
- Private terrace with garden furniture, barbecue and glorious views
- Use of hard tennis court and 12 acres of grounds to stroll in with footpaths leading from the grounds
- Bed linen provided, towels available on request.
- Electric heating
- One well behaved dog welcome
- Unsuitable for very young children or the infirm.
Location
Location and area around Robin's Barn - the hidden gem in the Wye Valley.
Robin's Barn is in the depths of the countryside, however it is just 2.5 hours from London, and within one hour of Bristol, Cardiff, Cheltenham and Hereford.
Overlooking the Wye Valley, it is in a tiny hamlet at the end of a lane, reached by a private driveway (OS 162 grid ref 528 075). The nearest village, Penallt, which has a pub and a historic 13th Century church, is less than 1 mile away.
You can walk from the front door of Robin's Barn straight into reputedly the oldest deciduous wood in Wales. It is resplendent with bluebells in the Spring and the Autumn colours are magnificent. It was from here that the wood was taken to make the arrows for the Battle of Agincourt in the fifteenth Century.
Both Offa's Dyke path and the Wye Valley Walk are accessible from Robin's Barn without the need of a car! The nearest pub is less than a mile away. It can be reached by a pretty lane and footpath There is an excellent restaurant very close by which has recently received the accolade of a Michelin Star.
The Usk Valley, Brecon Beacons, Black Mountains and Forest of Dean are all within easy reach as is Symonds Yat, featured in the film Shadowlands. It is also famous for its resident peregrine falcons and stunning views over the Wye Valley.
There are many sites of historic interest, the numerous castles built to defend the English - Welsh border, Abbeys of which the most famous is Tintern, immortalised by the Poet William Wordsworth, just 5 miles away.
For the energetic there are cycle ways, canoeing and horse riding nearby.
There is an abundance of wildlife to enjoy from the comfort of Robin's Barn including deer, badgers, foxes, buzzards, owls and woodpeckers.
Prices for Robins Barn
| During 2007 / 2008 |
Price per week(£) |
| 27 October - 22 December |
235 |
| 22 - 29 December |
360 |
| 29 December - 5 January |
260 |
| 5 January - 1 March |
230 |
| 1 - 22 March |
236 |
| 22 - 29 March |
346 |
| 29 March - 5 April |
300 |
| 5 April - 3 May |
260 |
| 3 - 10 May |
290 |
| 10 - 24 May |
300 |
| 24 - 31 May |
370 |
| 31 May - 7 June |
300 |
| 7 - 14 June |
360 |
| 14 June - 5 July |
380 |
| 5 July - 2 August |
385 |
| 2 - 30 August |
390 |
| 30 August - 6 September |
370 |
| 6 - 13 Sept |
365 |
| 13 - 20 Sept |
345 |
| 20Sept - 18 October |
255 |
| 18 Oct - 1Nov |
350 |
| 1 Nov - 20 Dec |
246 |
| 20 - 27 December |
378 |
| 27 December - 3 January |
278 |
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Terms and Conditions
Prices are per week and include bed linen.
Towels are available upon request. Electricity is charged at cost.
Long weekend and short breaks possible from November until March.
Please phone to check late availability.
Changeover day is Saturday.
Lettings are from Saturday 3 p.m. until Saturday 10 a.m.
A deposit of £100 is required to confirm booking and the balance is due 28 days before arrival.
We do not allow smoking in the cottage.
Well behaved pets welcome!
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Contact us through any of the following routes ...
Phone: 01600 860058
Email: jane@robinsbarn.co.uk
Write:
Jane McCord
Robin's Nest Farm
Tre-gagle
Penallt
Monmouth
NP25 4RY
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