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THE IVY BARN, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Govilon

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Interior
Living area
Living area
Lobby

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Abergavenny, Mid Wales
  • Sugar Loaf Mountain
    ‪110 min walk‬
  • Big Pit National Coal Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Borough Theatre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Bristol Filton Airport (FZO)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden
Dining area

About this property

THE IVY BARN, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Govilon

The Ivy Barn in Govilon, Sir Fynwy sleeps eight people in four bedrooms.

The Ivy Barn consists of an open-plan living area with Smart TV, sound system, wood burning stove and books. Kitchen with dining table seating eight, microwave, kettle, toaster, two coffee makers, cafetière, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, electric oven, and gas hob. Ground-floor sofa bedroom with TV and sound system, king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, king-size with sofa bed and TV, and double with TV. Highchair and travel cot available. Bathroom with freestanding bath, basin, WC, and ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, WC. Outside, there is an enclosed front garden with lawn, patio, decking, furniture, barbecue, fire pit, and an enclosed side and rear garden. Off-road parking for three cars. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. WiFi, fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen and towels are all included. Shop and pub in 0.4 miles. The Ivy Barn is a refreshing break with your loved ones. Note: Steps down to the kitchen, please take care. Note: There is a good housekeeping bond of 450 GBP.

Amenities: Oil central heating. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, 2 x coffee maker. 2 x TV with sound systems, Smart TV, books, WiFi. Fuel and power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Enclosed front garden with lawn, patio, decking, furniture, barbeque, fire pit, enclosed side lawned garden and enclosed rear lawned garden. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 0.4 miles. Note: Steps down to the kitchen, please take care

Region: Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.

Town: Govilon is a small, pretty, scattered village with a shop, a pub and a pub/restaurant just 3 miles from Abergavenny. The area offers a wealth of natural beauty, with lovely walks through the Wye Valley, along the Brecon Canal or through the breathtaking Brecon Beacons. The picturesque market town of Abergavenny nestles between seven mountains, and the River Usk flows through it, resulting in beautiful views in every direction. The town boasts a castle with its own museum, churches, an indoor market hall, good shops and a multitude of pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes. With abbeys, castles, mining museums and a Roman amphitheatre and baths at nearby Caerleon, there is something different to discover every day of your holiday.

Property manager

Sykes Holiday Cottages

Languages

English

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Washer
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Fireplace

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Abergavenny

Located in Abergavenny, this cottage is near the beach. Abergavenny Museum and Castle and Tithe Barn are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway and Super Tubing. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Abergavenny, Mid Wales

What's nearby

  • Abergavenny Museum and Castle - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Big Pit National Coal Museum - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Wernddu Golf Club - 8 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Tithe Barn - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Borough Theatre - 10 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Abergavenny Station - 9 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Beaufort Arms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kings Arms Hotel - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Coliseum - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Portico Lounge - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bridge Inn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE IVY BARN, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Govilon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is THE IVY BARN, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Govilon located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Brecon Beacons National Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Usk Priory Church of St Mary and Aber Rocks Climbing Centre. Borough Theatre and Abergavenny Museum and Castle are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Lovely property. Lots of space and a cosy wood burner. Very well equipped. Many thanks.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jubilee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Languages:

English