House holiday rentals in Gilwern

We had a fantastic week here, the views and setting were just amazing. The accommodation was clean and cosy, Danielle and Tom were great hosts- so friendly and very very responsive and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble! The kids loved the swimming pool and its long opening hours. Although there were other families staying in the other cottages it always felt very tranquil and peaceful with us often having exclusive use of the pool. It was great having a washing machine to use daily, as well as lots of other bonuses. We will definitely be back!

I cannot overstate how amazing this place is. I was looking for an escape into the woods and it was exactly what I wanted. The setting of the cottage is stunning, right on the river and surrounded by trees. It feels remote, even though it's only a short walk into the village. The welcome was really friendly, you can tell that the owners are very active in their community and have put together loads of local info. I particularly liked the map of the community forrest which made me feel confident enough to explore walks by myself. The cottage itself is beautifully kept, with everything that you need, and then some. I didn't want to leave.

We had a fantastic stay - such a beautiful house and amazing garden. We hugely enjoyed playing tennis, ping pong, the swimming pool and beautiful walks in the local area. The house was characterful and homely as well as being immaculate and spacious. We would highly recommend this to everyone!

We spent a fabulous couple of days at The Forge. The place is as described - very comfortable and fully equipped for an escape to the countryside. We loved the thoughtful welcome basket of goodies too. Set in extensive grounds and with plenty of local walking, it was a chance to completely unwind and relax. A big thank you to Mel, the property manager, who provided full and clear information and was friendly and responsive to our queries.

All previous reviews indicated a top class house in every respect and I can only reiterate those views. If I could have given a 6 star rating I would have done so. All generations (grandparents, parents and children) thoroughly enjoyed using all of the facilities provided from cooking, eating and drinking to the outside play area, the pool and the gym. Further the location was most agreeable, in easy reach of lots of beautiful countryside and interesting places to visit in South Gloucestershire. Helen-Louise’s communications were responsive, clear and most helpful. The perfect host!

Wonderful place and fantastic hosts which made everyone feel so welcome and were brilliant at communicating with us. Location is perfect to walk to the pubs in Cowbridge then is perfect for a quiet nights sleep just away from the main high street. We will certainly be back! Thanks so much :)

Such a lovely place to stay. We only booked for two nights and wish we had been there for longer. Lots of really interesting features (a suit of armour! A harp!) in a well stocked house. Very comfortable beds and sofas, beautiful views (we especially enjoyed all the bird nesting in the eaves), gorgeous interior, starry Dark Skies and nice hosts - what's not to love? Great parking. Wish we could have had a few more nights, to check out the pub just down the road.

Booked for a 50th birthday celebration and reunion. A great time was had by all! Lois was around to meet and greet and the items provided for breakfast was an unexpected but very welcome surprise! Thanks for a great stay Lois!

Lovely place. Enjoyed the small extras like the lovely cake! Felt very much like a cute retreat and very nicely decorated. Helen was warm and welcoming.

Place was lovely, really clean and well organised. Off road secure parking which was fab! Great hub to get to the Brecons, we did multiple hikes & explored the area. Valentina is really proactive with her communication and made it so easy. Plan to come back and would recommend to friends!!

The photos do not do the Drydock Cottage justice - it is even more beautiful than it looks in the photos and also a lot more spacious. The attention to detail and every element of the design that has gone into the conversion of this building is second to none. The location is also absolutely perfect - so peaceful, tucked away in gorgeous grounds with a view straight out onto the canal and across over the valley to the mountains beyond. I could have sat and watched the world go by, including the families of ducks, all day. The home made goodies were very welcoming and I loved every minute of my stay. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this place for people looking to escape to somewhere unique and peaceful.

Jack's place is absolutely lovely we had a great stay visiting Wales for a wedding - 5 adults plenty of space for us all (only little thing is the double bed in the room with the en-suite is on the smaller side - a note for anyone with long legs). The marionettes interior is lovely and bright and decorated beautifully, great kitchen with everything you need, a table for delicious food and lots of room for playing games. Plus 2 comfy sofas to collapse on after a day out walking! Location wise, Crickhowell is so cute, plenty of pubs, coffee shops a brilliant zero waste shop and all amenities just on your door step!

Beech Barn was the perfect little escape for the weekend. I could only wish we had longer to explore the fantastic area. A very peaceful and lovely barn conversion in an ideal location to explore from the back door. We will definitely be heading back

Lovely home. Very comfortable with everything we needed. Great to park car on driveway. Lovely garden and patio. Great location with canal walks and pub over the road. Chippy 2mins away too! We walked nearby- beautiful countryside. House a pleasure to return to after day exploring. Highly recommended.

Stayed here with our family of 6 adults and the house was perfect. Lovely garden and kitchen space - perfect to sit and enjoy the morning with coffee. The rooms were all lovely and clean and spacious. We arrived with two cars and were able to park both vehicles off the main road either in the garages or just in front. The local area is very nice and friendly with two small convenience stores less than 5mins away. If you’re looking for somewhere to be a great hub for exploring the local area and Brecon Beacons this is a great spot!

Excellent stay, perfect location and helpful comments to find the local spots

Wow what a place. Every bit of it was perfect just as we imagined. The little girls loved every moment as it gave them the cottage feel they were thinking of. I must say the place is very well equipped, Justine has added small touches like towels, hand wash, shampoos, ear buds, candles. You don’t normally expect them but very well equipped. It literally feels like you’re at home, I’m glad we made this choice. There was an onsite sauna which we didn’t get to use but looked really cool. Maybe on our next visit we will get to use it.. The outdoor garden was magical, nice breezy, birds tweeting, just absolutely beautiful. Well done Justine to you and your partner for having a lovely place. All the best and hopefully we will book your place again in the near future. Thank you once again. You have a lovely flower garden by the way👌🏼

The location is beautiful and the house has great charm. The views are wonderful and the cottage is warm and cosy with a great wood burning stove. You can only access with a 4 wheel drive vehicle or walk 300 metres from the parking place up a rugged mountain path. This is difficult with luggage and after dark requires a good torch. The living space is lovely. The bedrooms are open planned and you have to walk through one to access the stairs down to the bathroom. The other bedroom is accessed by a steep set of steps from the kitchen. Head room is limited and there are no window curtains. It is what it says a mountain retreat and wonderful for walking and for families. A bit more difficult for older couples. The hosts were very responsive to any queries

This was a very spacious home with all the amenities and well-equipped kitchen. The surrounding area is beautiful and has great walks and views nearby. The communication by Natasha was excellent and she even gave perfect suggestions for things to do when asked. We only stayed for one night but this place has everything to stay for a longer duration. Definitely recommend it if you want to explore Brecon beacons.

We really enjoyed our stay. Very comfortable home, local to the Brecon Beacons National Park, and Wendy's communication and help was fantastic.

Perfect location for exploring & beautiful walks from the front door. Village shop & pubs on the doorstep which was really handy. Deborah was very helpful. we had a lovely stay. Thank you ❤️

Hare Cottage is the perfect location for exploring Abergavenny and the surrounding areas. It’s a short drive to nearby villages and towns worth a visit (Brecon, Crickhowell, Talybont on Usk). Our 3 year old loved finding all the hares around the house. It was perfectly equipped, in a safe and quiet area with parking and an enclosed garden for our dog. We managed a parkrun in Merthyr, a walk up Sugarloaf Mountain, several trips to the local pubs and restaurants which are only a few minutes walk away and dog walks in Castle Meadows. Jack gave us local recommendations which were excellent and we found a few to add to the list: Pizza at the Towpath Inn (Gilwern) Beers and pies at the Brecon Tap (Brecon) O’Connell Bakery (Abergavenny)

What a treat to stay at Dipu’s place in Blaenavon! It was a good, comfortable space for our family of 6 and there was lots of parking on the street outside. We enjoyed exploring the heritage centre in Blaenavon, hiking up the Sugarloaf via St Mary’s Vale and then sampling the locally sourced coffee and pastries at the newly opened Welsh General Store round the corner.

Perfect stay! Sarah’s place was exactly as described and we loved it. Would defiantly return x