Location
Penlan is only 3.5 miles from the little town of Crickhowell and 7 miles from the bustling market town of Abergavenny
Nearest train station is Abergavenny (20 minutes by car) or Hereford (50 minutes)
Just over three hours' drive from London
Cardiff or Bristol Airports both around 1.5 hours drive.
The lane to Penlan is accessed over a narrow bridge with restricted turning, which limits access to long vehicles such as coaches.
Thereafter, the long private track climbs steeply up the hill towards the farmhouse. There is parking for 5 cars next to the house and alternative parking is available in the graveled field next to the house.
The Farmhouse
The main body of the old farmhouse is home to 6 of the 8 bedrooms.
With one bedroom on the ground floor and the rest on the first floor.
Here you will find a quiet snug with stone inglenook fireplace, a smart TV and two small adjoining rooms. These two rooms are divided by the original oak-paneled screen.
One room is set up as an office space with a desk. The other is a completely flexible space, perfect for reading, solo yoga or meditation.
The Barn
The Old Barn is now attached to the main farmhouse via the new Kitchen and Dining Room.
The Barn's panoramic picture window looks out over Tabletop Mountain and the Beacons. Providing breathtaking vistas and glorious sunsets.
The Barn Lounge area has two large double sofas, fluffy sheepskin beanbags, velvet snuggle chairs and a wood burner.
Two Bedroom suites are situated at either end of this barn, one with an exterior entrance ( the Laundry suite). The other, Garden Suite is accessed via a hallway nestled between the Barn and the Dining Room.
ABOUT PENLAN
Kitchen & Dining Room
Fully equipped with a large 6 burner gas hob, large separate pantry cupboard and microwave.
A large double fridge freezer, two dishwashers ( tablets provided) and a separate drinks fridge.
The kitchen doors open out to the back terrace and down onto the dipping pond and deck area.
The dining room looks out into the internal courtyard with a long oak dining table handmade from our own milled wood from a fallen oak from the estate. From here you access the Barn Lounge and the Garden Suite.
Utility
Large separate utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.
This room has a large Belfast sink for washing vegetables, cleaning items such as hoover, mop etc and a drying rack for clothes. Household cleaning and clothes washing products are provided.
Next door you will find the ground floor communal WC.
Courtyard
Here on the left you can see the private entrance to the Laundry Suite which can only be accessed via this external courtyard.
In the middle distance you can see the Dining Room windows and to your right the Main Front door.
Unique Extras
From private Chefs, Yoga teachers, luxury at-home Spa Therapists or adrenalin-fueled activities. We can introduce you to our owner-recommended service providers to create a truly bespoke, memorable escape.
Walking Guides
We can suggest local guides to accompany you on the area's wide choice of hiking and walking trails through dramatic peaks, gentle canals or ancient historical paths.
Outside
Back garden
Weber BBQ
Terrace to side and front of the property
Old Orchard
Accessibility
Due to the nature of this historic Grade 2 listed property, much of the house is not accessible for wheelchairs. There is step-free access, but only between some ground floor areas and the gravel drive.
Please enquire about suitability for your needs
Restrictions
Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate pets or parties. Some small gatherings may be arranged upon prior request.