4.7★
Coast & Country Holidays rating
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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
* Based on a combined average customer score
80 Customer Review(s)
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Annette 
“The old Stable was in a perfect location.”
Close to everything and the walks along the canals were fantastic
Close to everything and the walks along the canals were fantastic
- Annette, March 2025 -
Suzanne “There was lots of cleaning issues around the cottage, having stayed in it 2yrs ago, it is now looking very tired & needs some TLC.”
Lots of cobwebs all over. The cleaning was not to the same standards as before. > Towel holder in the bathroom was broken. > Broken tile on bathroom floor. > Dirty pipes in bathroom > Quite a bit of mould in the shower > Extractor fan in shower was disgusting, covered in thick dirt & dust.
- Suzanne, September 2024 -
Mary “Very small but very comfortable we didn’t have a problem with parking we parked in the road”
- Mary, September 2024 -
Marion “Small property but with everything you need.”
There is no outside space, but then there is no room for it so no worries.
- Marion, August 2024 -
Nicholas “Managed to park just across from the property on leaving and I was fine with the walk for the car park but many people in my family wouldn’t be so it need to be put how far this car park actually is.”
Other than that it was a lovely break.
- Nicholas, July 2024 -
Michael “The main issue is parking.”
The on street parking is limited to 1 hour up until 6pm and although there is a free car park a 5 minute walk away we found it was often full. To stop and unload/load we had to block the road. The cottage was cute, clean and characterful but tiny. There is a very tight spiral staircase and space upstairs is quite cramped. We did however enjoy our stay as it is situated in a beautiful location with the canal towpaths brilliant for dog walking and we loved Abergavenny which is only a 15 minute drive away.
- Michael, July 2024 -
Richard “A most comfortable little cottage just perfect for us and our dogs.”
Ideally located with many walks on your doorstep. We did venture a bit farther away to undertake the four waterfalls walk - amazing! A stroll up Sugar Loaf and the magnificent views from the top. A rather more leisurely walk along the canal to the wonderfully old fashioned town of Crickhowell, a couple of beers
- Richard, July 2024 -
Vivienne “Dishwasher probably more useful than washing machine.”
Local pub Beaufort Arms serves great food every day.
- Vivienne, June 2024 -
Sue “The tv was disconnected so took a while to work it out.”
There was something wrong with one of the sockets Main thing was parking. The listing needs changing. It says currently parking is opposite but it’s only for one hour. We wouldn’t have rented it if we had known we had to park in the small village car park. It was free but we had to park before 5pm otherwise it was full.
- Sue, April 2024 -
Emma “Amazing 2nd stay here great cottage and close to lots of amenities Lovely welcome basket with treats Lots of information aswell.”
- Emma, March 2024 -
Michael “Thank you for the box of goodies, had a lovely stay and most people i spoke to ...”
Thank you for the box of goodies, had a lovely stay and most people i spoke to were very friendly, fish and chips were excellent so was the pizza and chicken curry by the locals
- Michael, November 2023 -
Jayne “Gorgeous little cottage for two, exceptionally clean and lovely and warm.”
Situated in a pretty village with a lovely canal walk on the doorstep.Can highly recommend The Beaufort Arms,the food was delicious and the portions were amazing.Will definitely stay again.
- Jayne, October 2023 -
Sarah “Great little cottage better than expected.”
- Sarah, October 2023 -
Glynis “We had a great time.”
The cottage was well equipped, clean and comfortable. The walks by the canal were lovely. Any visitors should pay a visit to the local butcher on the main road and the pubs are great if they don't want to cook.
- Glynis, September 2023 -
James “A very cozy cottage, well maintained and equipped.”
- James, August 2023 -
Paul “Small, compact, & cozy and yet still has everything you would need for your stay.”
Being tall I had to watch my head in a few places but overall a very pleasant little stable/cottage. Nearby parking was missed especially in the rain! Ideal spot for walkers, with the canal going in each direction virtually from the front door and many other good trails are nearby. We enjoyed the stay, Thank you :)
- Paul, August 2023 -
Tomasz “Gorgeous cosy cottage that has absolutely everything that is needed for two.”
We spent a week exploring area and hiking most of the days. In an event that you are too tired to prepare own food, there are pubs, restaurant and fish and chips takeaway in the village (not all are open everyday).
- Tomasz, July 2023 -
Christine “We have just spent our second holiday at the old stable, lovely accommodation, everything you could need plus a welcome pack.”
- Christine, July 2023 -
Julie “Small but perfectly formed - with everything that you need for your holiday.”
The welcome pack was a lovely touch.
- Julie, June 2023 -
Sharon “Perfectly sited for a Welsh exploration both on foot and by car.”
Everything near to hand but the 5"8" high (or low) beams did rather get to my 6" husband! Lovely stay smashing village. Thank you.
- Sharon, May 2023 -
Carla “We had a lovely week at the old stables and would recommend.”
No problems at all with the cottage and would go back anytime.
- Carla, April 2023 -
Peter “We had a lovely stay.”
The cottage was perfect for us and very clean when we arrived. The village of gilwern was lovely and we were made to feel very welcome.
- Peter, February 2023 -
Michael “Difficulty finding property as no road name and directions said just before Bridgend pub which is now called the Towpath!”
Lovely welcome hamper. No outside black bin to leave rubbish in as directed on instructions. Enjoyable stay.
- Michael, November 2022 -
Charlotte “Absolutely beautiful, charming cottage in a very friendly village.”
Perfect for 2 people with everything you could need for a comfortable break. Everything worked perfectly, super clean, really well thought out use of space, kitchen had everything we needed and bed was comfortable. Owner very responsive and the welcome pack was a lovely touch. We had no problems, enjoyed every minute and will definitely return.
- Charlotte, September 2022 -
Kelly “Lovely little village nice surroundings area lots to do, lovely pub for food down the road x”
- Kelly, August 2022 -
Diane “Absolutely brilliant cottage.”
Perfect for two and we took our dog. Loads of utensils etc fully equipped. I would love to back there anytime. We had the stable door and all the locals were so friendly. The canal is 20yards up the road and all local shops available, butchers is great. Chip shop is great. Beaufort arms brilliant food.
- Diane, July 2022 -
Rob “We had a very relaxing week in the old stable cottage very well presented and clean although smaller than we unexpected was still nice would have been better with a bit of outside space to sit outside is in a lovely area to explore pity tow path inn was closed 3 days for building works but was nice to sit beside the canal when it was open overall Good stay.”
- Rob, July 2022 -
Karen “Perfect cottage in a gorgeous village.”
Everything was provided including a lovely welcome basket. Great base for exploring the surrounding areas. Our dogs loved being so close to the canal and the woods. Will definitely return.
- Karen, July 2022 -
Philip “This property was found to be everything we hoped it would be.”
Perfect for two people. The high street had everything you would want for your break in Gilwern. Everyone was friendly to us and Taxis were reasonably priced. Weather was perfect and so was the Old Stable at Gilwern. Thank you Sykescottages for a great holiday.
- Philip, July 2022 -
Marilyn “A lovely little cottage in a friendly village.”
A convenient place for exploring the Brecon Beacons
- Marilyn, July 2022 -
Suzanne “The cottage was amazingly clean on arrival, it was a beautiful cosy cottage for 2, we also received a welcome pack which was a lovley & unexpected.”
Would recommend this cottage
- Suzanne, June 2022 -
Susan “Cosy well equipped cottage in a good location.”
Enjoyed walking by the canal
- Susan, June 2022 -
William “Clean, compact little cottage.”
Excellent location for walking and exploring.
- William, May 2022 -
Francesca “We had a wonderful stay at the cottage; it is cosy but very comfortable had everything we needed for a relaxing break.”
The local area is beautiful and we took several walks along the towpath (in both directions!). We also enjoyed the local pubs, particularly the Towpath Inn. Communication was great with the cottage owners and everything went very smoothly for arrival/checking out.
- Francesca, February 2022 -
Philip “Cosy and efficient in a great location for exploring and walking, would return and recommend”
- Philip, December 2021 -
Chris “Second stay for us at ‘The Old Stable’ For a little place it packs all you need.”
The location is great for easy access to the Beacons and lovely walks along the canal. Being 6ft tall I had to keep minding my head, the bed is a standard double and the sofa is only a double. I can easily live with the lack of headroom, but there is room for a larger sofa and bigger bed. All in all a great stay.
- Chris, November 2021 -
Christine “A lovely little cottage, fantastic use of space, but a tad too small for me being a larger lady, so not their fault I got it wrong .”
The only down side to the cottage for me was the oven tins could of been cleaner, everything else was fine .
- Christine, August 2021 -
Christopher “We had a really fun trip and the cottage was ideal for our stay”
- Christopher, July 2021 -
M “This has been our third visit to this cottage, it will not be the last.”
- M, April 2021 -
Paula “Perfect little retreat in a stunning location.”
Cottage was ideally situated for a walking week in the Brecon Beacons. Couldn't fault the cottage. Many walks on the doorstep.
- Paula, October 2020 -
Philip “Lovely cottage in a beautiful location.”
Close to 2 very nice dog-friendly pubs and canal - so ideal for walking the dog. A small cottage but very intelligently laid out so there was space for everything you need for a week away. I'd definitely recommend for a couple with a dog for a break.
- Philip, August 2020 -
Nicola “Beautiful cottage, warm and cosy.”
Perfect for me and my dog when staying for the Crickhowell walking festival. The canal is right behind the cottage and enjoyed some lovely walks meeting lots of people and dogs. The pub was friendly next door, pizza on a Friday delicious. Fish n chip shop great also. I even went Welsh dancing in the village hall. A great location.
- Nicola, March 2020 -
Julia “The cottage was lovely and really cosy.”
A really relaxing holiday and will definitely come back again.
- Julia, February 2020 -
Sally “Beautiful cottage lovely canals nearby friendly locals ideal base for exploring the beacons.”
- Sally, December 2019 -
Susie “This was our third stay at the Old Stable - and we can't wait to go back!”
It's in a perfect spot, surrounded by beautiful scenery and just a few steps from the canal.. The village has two general stores, a butcher's, a chemist's,, everything we needed. We used the local bus service for our travels - Abergavenny is a must and easy to get to, we also visited Cardiff and Brecon. The cottage is perfect for two people - we wish we owned it so we could stay there permanently!
- Susie, October 2019 -
Robert “We stayed for a week in this lovely cottage at the end of September and thoroughly enjoyed our stay there.”
We found it very comfortable, fiited with quality equipment and with the added bonus of great wifi, bluetooth sound system, freeview plus a good selection of DVD's/ books. Also appreciated the nice touch of the welcome basket on arrival. Gilwern is a friendly small town, perfect for exploring Brecon Beacons national park. Also close to Abergavenny, Brecon and Crickhowell which are all well worth a visit.
- Robert, September 2019 -
Victoria “We have once again had a fantastic Sykes holiday.”
..another lovely little holiday cottage, home from home..and dog friendly too...this is our 4th Sykes cottage...and very satisfied too again... Again staying in beautiful abergavenny.... Already booked two Sykes cottages again for next year..snowdonia in june and back to abergavenny in August.... Very satisfied customers, thanks again, Vic and bill morse
- Victoria, August 2019 -
Michael “Would of been nice to have a garden for the dog but loved it”
- Michael, July 2019 -
Kate “The Old Stable is in a great location for exploring the Brecon Beacons and border area.”
Would like to have had parking closer to the accommodation, but we were well aware that this would not be the case. People should be aware that this would definitely not be a good choice for anyone with any amount of mobility issues, due to the stairway in the unit. But we really enjoyed our short stay and would be happy to return next time we are in that area of Wales. :)
- Kate, May 2019 -
Thomas “We had a lovely stay at The Old Stable, which had everything we needed and was a lovely location allowing us to explore all over the South of wales and the Brecon Beacons.”
Thank you.
- Thomas, May 2019 -
Carol “Other reviews say parking is a problem but we just parked on the main road and we were there over Easter, one of the locals said the council couldn't,t afford a traffic warden.”
Some nice walks on the canal good food at the Beaufort arms very friendly landlord called keith. Lovely garden centre only 3mile away the only down side was the road works massive construction not many signs we seemed to go several miles to achieve one or two. Abergaveny is a great shopping town trago mills is worth a visit (if you can find it) due to road works.
- Carol, April 2019 -
Les “The info regarding parking needs updating, yes there is parking opposite the property, but between 8.”
00am and 6.00pm it is restricted to 1 hour only, and you cannot return for 2 hours, there is a Free Car Park in the village, which is a few minutes (depending on ability) from the cottage. In fairness the Owner Mr Jones emailed us with this information, but the info you sent out needs refreshing
- Les, March 2019 -
Emma “Lovely cottage in a really beautiful location.”
- Emma, March 2019 -
Timi “Lovely cottage.”
Bit smaller than I was expecting but it's lovely. Storage is well thought out. I felt very comfy and at home. Just a pity I had to go to work every day. Lovely location. I would suggest a curtain over the front door to make it more cosy. But both me and my dog were happy. So thank you. Would go back.
- Timi, December 2018 -
Mark “Good location regarding access to main roads.”
Good local walks. Cottage small but cosy and well set out. Parking a short walk a few minutes away but did not cause us a problem in October half term. Only negatives sofa rather uncomfortable and quilt too small for bed.
- Mark, October 2018 -
Peter “Enjoyed the area locals extremely friendly.”
Car parking in the summer could be a bit of problem if the traffic wardens decide to do some work. We took by cycles with us but had no where to put them except on the rack of the car. Overall a great holiday.
- Peter, September 2018 -
Dirk “Cottage very nice and cosy.”
Warm welcome with presents. Thanks. No parking space like in the description told. Not nice long walks to car in the rain. No food in the pubs available. Sad.
- Dirk, September 2018 -
William “Cosy cottage, well situated within the village, great base to explore further afield.”
- William, September 2018 -
Jeff “We thorougly enjoyed our stay at The Old Sable in Gilwern and were pleasantly surprised by the lovely welcome basket,ann unexpected and very kind gift which was much appreciated.”
The facilities in the cottage were first class,and of a high standard.All in all a very pleasant and relaxing holiday. Thank you.
- Jeff, September 2018 -
Austin “This is a great cottage in a quiet village with a friendly pub and a couple of convenience stores with several large supermarkets a few miles away in Abergavenny.”
There is a canal very close to the cottage providing good walks along the tow path. Car parking is available free of charge in the village car park and the fish and chip shop near to the cottage is well worth a visit.
- Austin, August 2018 -
Tiffany “Only thing is I was worried about where to park as the road was not free.”
- Tiffany, August 2018 -
Tracey “No seating area outside”
- Tracey, July 2018 -
Vera “A wonderful cottage in a lovely location.”
The only negative being that the no off road parking didn't cause any real problems, just slightly inconvenient.
- Vera, May 2018 -
Sarah “Updates on local facilities.”
Closest 2 pubs had closed down. It was listed as small but we didn't realise it would be this small so felt a bit claustrophobic. The bed was very uncomfortable. It's a dog friendly place but our dog struggled with the slippy wooden spiral stairs. On a positive a welcome basket of goodies was great. The way they had maximised the use of space and have all you need was good. Parking was not a problem.
- Sarah, April 2018 -
Martin “A rather small but cleverly designed unit with more than adequate facilities.”
Lack of handy parking is unfortunate, the nearby free car park is a bit of a trek when it's wet.
- Martin, April 2018 -
Ruth “A very comfortable, clean, cosy and quirky little cottage surrounded by beautiful countryside and only two or three minutes walk from pubs and shops yet in a peaceful location.”
Ideally placed for touring the region and glorious walks only a stone's throw from the door. We will certainly be going back again later in the year. Highly recommended.
- Ruth, May 2017 -
Laura “This was the perfect holiday cottage for my partner and I and our dog.”
The cottage is easy to locate and beautifully renovated with every comfort thoughtfully provided. We arrived to a lovely hamper of goodies including Welsh cakes and also treats for the dog. The bathroom and shower are beautiful and the bed was the comfiest I've ever slept in. Gilwern itself is a great spot to meet the friendly locals and also to explore the beautiful hills around. We have already decided we want to stay again in the summer! 5 stars from us!
- Laura, January 2017 -
Lawrence “A lovely retreat in the heart of the Brecons.”
The cottage is clean and well presented and ideally situated for walks in the mountains.
- Lawrence, December 2016 -
Gareth “The cottage was extremely nice and welcoming.”
Although it was used it felt like we were the first guests. Very pleased we choice. It and stayed. Thank you.
- Gareth, November 2016 -
Susie “We stayed for three weeks and it was all we could have wished for.”
... A wonderful cottage, perfect area and super pleasant people. Who could ask for anything more?
- Susie, October 2016 -
Richard “A very neat Stable conversion in a quiet environment.”
Close to amenities and open countryside walking.
- Richard, July 2016 -
Matthew “Good location, canal for walks and rides was lovely, the nearest pub food very basic, would not recommend.”
The landscape was beautiful, the butchers over the road was very good T.V., Internet, film channel all good . Mobile phone signal poor on EE Lovely welcome hamper
- Matthew, May 2016 -
Danielle “What a beautiful, romantic cottage in a lovely little village.”
The pub advertised is currently closed, however there is another local friendly pub within a 2 minute walk. The butchers offers high quality meat if you want to cook in the cottage. The village fish bar is a must to visit and is a 2 minute walk from the cottage. If you want food Crickhowell is a local town, accessible easily by car with numerous pubs, shops, pharmacy and a social club. Also Abergavenny has lots of high street shops, a Wetherspoons and many places to eat. Dominios pizza, Abergavenny also delivers to this property if you want a quiet night in without needing to cook. Would definitely return. Our dog loved long walks by the canal and the local area. Thank you for a perfect break.
- Danielle, April 2016 -
Isabelle “The local people, scenery, lack of traffic on a number of roads, cosy cottage to return to in the evenings”
- Isabelle, April 2016 -
Julie “A quiet friendly little village close to much beautiful scenery.”
The cottage exceeded expectations, comfortable, warm and spotlessly clean, we couldn't have imagined anything better.
- Julie, March 2016 -
Amanda “The Old Stable is in an ideal location for long walks in outstanding scenery.”
Walks could be from the doorstep which made it perfect when holidaying with a dog. The Old Stable was warm,welcoming and comfortable making it perfect to relax in after an active day.
- Amanda, February 2016 -
M “The Old Stable is in an ideal situation to explore this part of Wales.”
Its closeness to the canal makes it ideal for early and late dog walks without resorting to the car. A very comfortable cottage.
- M, January 2016 -
Chris “A charming little cottage, perfect for what we were after, and particularly pleased with the thoughtfulness of the owners.”
- Chris, December 2015 -
Mrs Price “The Old Stable was lovely, and very comfortable.”
The welcome pack was the best we had ever had anywhere. The location was perfect for our needs.
- Mrs Price, November 2015 -
John “It was a lovely place to spend a few days.”
It was small but in a good way, perfect for a couple. Gilwern is very nice and the people were very friendly. We were both very happy with our stay. The internet and other electronics were all very good.
- John, November 2015
Summary
- One double bedroom
- Shower room with shower, basin and WC
- Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
- Electric central heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, fridge, washing machine, TV with Freeview and NOW TV (inc. Sky Movies and entertainment channels), DVD, CD, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Roadside parking opposite property on first come, first served basis
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop and pub 2 mins walk.
The property
A delightful, cosy, semi-detached cottage in the heart of the popular village of Gilwern just a short walk from local shops and pubs.
The cottage is a perfect base for couples looking to enjoy the beautiful surrounding countryside, a short drive from the thriving market town of Abergavenny.
Set over two floors, there is one comfortable bedroom with adjacent shower room.
There is also a compact, open plan living area with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area and comfy seating, perfect to curl up and watch TV after a day exploring the stunning mountain scenery.
You are ideally placed to enjoy walks from the door, being a stones throw from the Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal which runs through the village.
This opens up a peaceful paced walk as it winds itself through the striking countryside of Mid Wales, and introduces the industrial heritage of the area with the World Heritage Site of Big Pit Museum and local iron works.
You are ideally placed to explore the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons) with its abundance of walking, cycling and pony trekking, or you can explore the thriving market town of Abergavenny, renowned for its local produce or perhaps take the opportunity to visit some renowned restaurants for a romantic meal, with restaurants, including ones with Michelin Stars being a short drive away.
The area offers numerous outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, fishing and local golf courses.
A short drive will take you to either to the stunning mountain landscapes of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons) or the meandering river of the Wye Valley.
Slightly further afield, to the south, you have the cosmopolitan city of Cardiff with its vibrant waterfront, castle and Millennium Stadium; it is a truly diverse city which acts as a gateway to the sweeping sandy beaches of South Wales.
A perfect, cosy retreat for couples in the heart of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons) and in a popular village which is surrounded by stunning mountain countryside with lovely walks along the canal, close to your front door.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.
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About the location
GILWERN
Crickhowell 3 miles; Abergavenny 4 miles; Monmouth 20 miles.
Situated amidst the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons), the picturesque village of Gilwern offers visitors many amenities, including traditional pubs, shops and a great fish and chip shop. The National Park covers approximately 520 sq miles, and the whole area around Gilwern is surrounded by stunning countryside, and offers excellent walking, cycling and bird watching, as well as great salmon and trout fishing on the river Usk. The medieval market town of Abergavenny, the "Gateway to Wales", is nestled between the 'seven hills' and has something for everyone, with its many indoor and outdoor markets, magnificent castle and museums. The splendid mountain known as Sugarloaf offers fantastic walks for all abilities, as well as its own vineyard, while just a few miles away, the beautiful town of Crickhowell is a must for all visitors. With its fresh mountain air and beautiful scenery this really is a great place at any time of year.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas