Abergavenny Holiday Cottages
The Smithy
Self Catering Cottages Llanthony Nr Abergavenny

The Smithy Holiday Cottages at Llanthony Nr Abergevenny

Welcome to Llanthony Valley, and our unique holiday cottages regarded by many as the loveliest valley in the Brecon Beacons National Park, we are easily accessible and yet remote. A narrow winding road, off the A465 Abergavenny to Hereford Road, meanders through a valley of contrasts, reaching it’s scenic climax at Gospel Pass then dropping down into the world renowned second hand bookshop town of Hay-on-Wye.

The Smithy Cottage sleeps 6 plus a cot
Award winning medieval cottage and forge. The Smithy has beamed pitched ceilings, floors of polished wood and flagstones, with under floor heating. Comfortable sofas and open hearths enhance this lovingly and imaginatively restored house. The Smithy was a Weaver and Dryers Mill until the 19th Century, from then it became Walter Savage Landor’s forge. The property was the winner of the Traditional/Period Living Renovation Award.

The holiday cottage has 3 bedrooms. The entrance is into a country kitchen/diner equipped with microwave/conventional oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, refectory table and chairs, large dresser and window overlooking the garden. The sitting room is delightful, both elegant and cosy and has a beautiful bottle-kiln chimney, with a large open hearth. No TV, by visitors’ choice, but a good selection of games and books and a beautiful piano (for use by pianists only please).Stairs from this room lead to the first floor, the bedrooms are attractively furnished, the furnishings and linen enhance the character of the bedrooms. There are two twin rooms (one with brass beds) and one double bedroom with washbasin.

Bedding and linen are provided. Bathroom and toilet. The cottage, set in one acre, has a very attractive cottage/wildlife garden with several seating areas, one by the river, which skirts the paddock, another under a covered patio. There is a small stretch of trout fishing on the river Honddu and plenty of space for children to play, boules pitch and barbecue. A haven for artists and ornithologists (with over 33 species sighted in the garden).

Ty Hwnt Cottage sleeps 6 plus a cot
A beautiful detached stone farmhouse holiday cottage, which was featured in “Country Living Escapes”. Set in four acres, the farmhouse offers peace, no sound other than the bleating of sheep and bird song. It is haven for artists, ornithologists, writers and those just wanting complete relaxation. The next-door farm (½ mile away) offers pony trekking, free-range eggs and goat’s milk.

The farm cottage has 3 bedrooms. The thick stone walls, polished floors, low doorways, patchwork and paintings all give a homely air. It is set on a southerly slope with spectacular views of the Llanthony Valley. Open plan kitchen/dining room, elm table and chairs, sofa, elm kitchen units, Rayburn plus electric cooker and separate hob, washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge. Sitting room has fireplace with stone lintel, large open fire with wood burning stove, beams, desk, sofa and easy chairs. There is a second small sitting room with leather sofa, antique pine furniture and a feature stone fireplace. No TV by visitor choice. There is a selection of family games, books and radio. A downstairs bathroom with bath, hand basin and toilet. There is also an additional upstairs toilet and hand basin.

A steep staircase leads to the first floor and to one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and a third bedroom with a single bed and a child’s crib bed (suitable for up to 6 years of age), off this room there is the under eaves room with a single bed. The bedrooms are charmingly furnished, bedding and linen are provided. Electricity is on a token meter (first £5 is free).

Pets downstairs only please. Outside is a flagstone patio with stone table and seats, a large lawn with fruit trees, a small stretch of trout fishing on the river Honddu and a safe brook for young children.

The easiest way to book is by telephone first. Written confirmation is then needed, together with a £100 deposit. The balance may be paid on your arrival.

Overseas visitors:
Payment of deposit by overseas visitors should be by International Money Order or by cheque drawn on a British bank.

Price guide (per week)
Both cottages: Low £390 High £575
Short breaks from £310 Special rates for couples.

Book direct with: Gaynor Elliott:

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The Smithy
Llanthony
Nr Abergavenny
Monmouthshire
NP7 7NN

Tel: + 44 (0)1873 890781