Kavieng | Gilwern | Llwyncytrych | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

5.0★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

53 Customer Review(s)

Graham
October 2024

“We enjoyed a wonderful stay in Kavieng.”

The accommodation was very comfortable with excellent facilities. Vicky and Stuart were very welcoming and the information provided about the local area comprehensive and useful. The situation, in the Brecon Beacons is really beautiful with towns like Abergavenny, Crickhowell and Brecon providing plenty of interest. This was a great break!

The accommodation was very comfortable with excellent facilities. Vicky and Stuart were very welcoming and the information provided about the local area comprehensive and useful. The situation, in the Brecon Beacons is really beautiful with towns like Abergavenny, Crickhowell and Brecon providing plenty of interest. This was a great break!

- Graham, October 2024

Thankyou so much for taking the time to do a review and provide such positive feedback. So glad you enjoyed your break and hope to see you again sometime. Property Owner
Marie September 2024

“We had a wonderful 4 night holiday at Kavieng with our Jack Russell, Bella.”

The flat was perfect and the sitting out area was wonderful in the evenings, sitting and listening to the stream running by. So many walks from the doorstep and shops close by. We were lucky with the weather and would definitely book the flat again if we stay in the area.

- Marie, September 2024

Thankyou so much for your feedback. Was lovely to meet you and hope to see you again some time. Property Owner
Nicola August 2024

“We had a lovely and relaxing stay at Kavieng, you could not ask for a better place to stay.”

The apartment is really like a cottage and it is extremely clean and comfortable. The owners really have thought of EVERYTHING and it is more like a home than a holiday let, every window you look out of has a pleasant view too. The property is ideally located for access to most places such as Crickhowell and Abergavenny to name a few, both are a short drive away. The owners are extremely friendly and lovely people who are always willing to help, they care! We will definitely check availability at Kavieng if we are visiting the Brecon Beacons again, highly recommended, 5 stars!

- Nicola, August 2024

Wow, thankyou so much for your generous comments, so glad you all had a lovely time.Thankyou especially for comment 'they care'. We do care that guests experience the best possible holiday/break experience, and will do whatever we can to enrich that, and its great that you felt that. Thanks again. Hope to see you again one day. Property Owner
Alan Kevin August 2024

“Fantastic stay beautiful accommodation & gorgeous outdoor space lovely welcome pack would highly recommend”

- Alan Kevin, August 2024

Thankyou for your kind comments, hugely appreciated. Property Owner
Aamar August 2024

“We have a brilliant time in kavieng Very comfortable cottage.”

The standard of everything is excellent. We had excellent nights sleeps in super comfy beds. Will highly recommend to friends and hope to be back.

- Aamar, August 2024

Thankyou so much for taking the time to do a review, and also for the very positive comments. So glad you had a lovely time, it would be great to see you again some time. Thankyou also for your recommendation, much appreciated. Property Owner
Sara July 2024

“Lovely, well equipped and immaculately presented ground floor 'cottage' apartment.”

Owners very welcoming and friendly. Everything you could need whilst on holiday was provided in the apartment. Beautiful gardens and quiet location. Great base location for visiting other parts of South Wales. Plenty of choice for eating out in the neighbouring villages.

- Sara, July 2024

Thankyou so much for your lovely feedback, and for taking the time to do it. Very much appreciated.So glad that you had a lovely time enjoying the flat and the area. Hope to see you again sometime. Property Owner
Jane July 2024

“Fabulous accommodation, very well equipped, comfortable beds and sofas.”

Lovely courtyard with ample seating. Great area to explore the Brecon Beacons.

- Jane, July 2024

Thankyou so much for the positive feedback, so glad you were pleased with what Kavieng has to offer and had a lovely break. Property Owner
Mike June 2024

“Sincere thanks to Vicky and Stuart for allowing us to use their wonderful flat for the week.”

Everything about it was tasteful and quality. Nothing at all was missing by way of content and efficiency. We so appreciated the fact that they went over and above the call of duty by providing a brand new BBQ when we enquired if there would be one present for us to use. Special things we loved were the babbling brook throughout the gardens, the solid oak furniture, wrought iron fixtures and fittings, comfortable beds and seating, super-fast WiFi, pots of flowers, and welcoming treats for us and Olly. Thank you both. Mike, Denise & Olly xxx

- Mike, June 2024

Thankyou so much for your lovely feedback and so glad you enjoyed your stay at Kavieng. Have to also say how much I appreciated the flat being left so clean and tidy, thankyou. It was lovely meeting you and hope to see you again one day. Take care x Property Owner
Tracey June 2024

“Lovely apartment, the owners are very welcoming and have thought of everything, adding extra finishing touches.”

Hope to return for future holidays.

- Tracey, June 2024

Thankyou so much for taking the time to do a review, and for such positive comments. So glad that you enjoyed your stay, it would be lovely to see you again the future. Property Owner
Claire June 2024

“What a fabulous place to stay.”

All the home comforts. Our hosts were extremely friendly. Lovely welcome pack. We totally recommend this for a perfect welsh stay l.

- Claire, June 2024

Thankyou so much for your lovely comments and taking the time to do a review. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Julie May 2024

“Stuart ,Vicky and Ilya were soo welcoming and kind.”

Nothing was too much trouble and they went above and beyond to make us feel at home . The cottage is beautiful and full of everything , there is no need to take anything with you apart from yr own food . Although there were dog treats, wine, biscuits and a whole lot more for us on arrival . The area is beautiful and our dog Rocco loved it . Would definitely go back there if we were in the area . Thankyou for a fabulous stay .

- Julie, May 2024

Thankyou so much for your lovely comments, so glad everything was OK, and you were able to enjoy what the flat and area has to offer. Hope to see you again sometime. Property Owner
Bruce May 2024

“We have been to quite a few holiday lets.”

This is by far the best.vicky and Stuart were very friendly and helpful the detailing of all the rooms was amazing I would highly recommend this to anybody wishing a quiet relaxing time.

- Bruce, May 2024

Thankyou so much for taking the time to give such positive feedback, it really is appreciated. It was lovely to meet you. Hope to see you again sometime time. Property Owner
Anne April 2024

“A very well maintained flat with everything you could wish for.”

Very comfortable, clean, lots of goodies on arrival, friendly neighbours and very welcoming owners, Stuart and Vicky. Will definitely be coming back, thanks

- Anne, April 2024

Thankyou for your positive feedback, so glad the accommodation met your expectation.Be lovely to see you again sometime. Thankyou. Property Owner
Robert April 2024

“A very comfortable and well equipped property with plenty of space, inside and out.”

Well arranged and positioned for visitors with a dog. Located close enough to main road connections to easily get to local facilities and attractions but far enough from nearest main road for noise not to be a problem. The welcome pack of goodies (for both humans and dogs) was excellent. We would certainly stay here again if we visit the area.

- Robert, April 2024

Thankyou so much for taking the time to do a review, it is really appreciated. I'm so glad that the accommodation met your needs and that if in the area, you would stay again, you would all be most welcome.Thanks again. Property Owner
Jane March 2024

“The property is warm and cosy and the owner very welcoming and available should you need.”

The kitchen is well equipped and has many extras you wouldn’t expect in a holiday property. Everywhere was spotless, plenty of towels and hot water. There is a private area to sit out at the rear, a lovely spot to dine outside. We found the WiFi to be pretty non existent even though there is a BT hub. The pub opposite was closed but there is another within walking distance but check opening times as we got caught out!

- Jane, March 2024

Thankyou for taking the time to complete a review, it is appreciated. I'm sorry you had trouble with the WiFi, if you had mentioned this during your stay, we may have been able to rectify the situation. Having checked it this morning, it all seems to be working fine, but I accept it needs updating to fibre to improve performance and speed, something we plan to do. During your stay, you did mention that you found some of the pillows too soft for your comfort. This has been addressed and there is now a mix to try and meet everyone's needs. Thankyou for bringing this to my attention. Property Owner
Sarah March 2024

“Lovely property in a lovely location.”

Really enjoyed walking the dog from here. Everything has been thought of in the flat and we especially enjoyed the welcome gifts. Owners are lovely too.

- Sarah, March 2024

Thankyou so much for taking the time to do a review, and for such a positive one, it is much appreciated. Glad that you enjoyed your time in Kavieng. Hope to see you again sometime. Property Owner
Neil December 2023

“Vicky was a fantastic host.”

We had a great stay. The cottage was beautifully presented throughout. It was cosy, warm, clean and exceptionally well-equipped. Highly recommended.

- Neil, December 2023

Thankyou so much for taking the time to give us feedback, and for your lovely comments, they are very much appreciated. So glad you had a great stay, and hope to see you again sometime. Take care. Property Owner
Fiona November 2023

“It was great.”

I've stayed in loads of holiday homes and this one was excellent and definitely offered some of the best value. Clean, comfortable, friendly and helpful owners, brilliantly equipped kitchen, lovely cosy living room. Any feedback I could offer would be really really pedantic, like I didn't really like the table cloth! The only thing that might be good is a shoe rack of some sort in the hall. Maybe a wall-mounted shoe cabinet type thing. It was bad enough with my three pairs of muddy shoes but I imagine if it's full of walkers in winter it could be interesting! Oh also lovely garden with the brook running through. Very peaceful setting. Thanks for a fab holiday

- Fiona, November 2023

Thankyou so much for taking the time to give us feedback, it is very much appreciated, as is your perfect scoring. Sorry you didn't like the tablecloth (Ha! Ha!) Thankyou for your thoughts and ideas about a shoe rack, it's something we will consider as your point is very valid, though to date we've been very lucky in that the vast majority of guests have been very considerate and have left the flat clean and tidy. So glad you enjoyed your time at Kavieng and hope to see you again sometime. Property Owner
Sara August 2023

“Another fantastic week at Kavieng.”

Vicky and Stuart were as usual great hosts and always on hand if needed and also helpful with ideas about things to do and different places to go. Many thanks, hope to return soon Sara, Ben and Buster.

- Sara, August 2023

Thank-you for your lovely feedback. It was great to see you again, and Shyla enjoyed her walks with Buster, as much as I enjoyed your company on our early morning walks. So glad you enjoyed your break, and it would be lovely to see you again sometime. Take care. Property Owner
Swetha August 2023

“We booked this at very last minute and we simply loved it.”

Close to all facilities and the beautiful black mountains and waterfalls. Very well maintained and a home with good character. The owners have a lovely taste for the interiors. The small brook that flowed through the cottages was a pleasant thing. Very friendly and helpful landlords. They went their extra mile to help us with our car's flat tyre too. People around the area were very friendly and kind too. I will definitely recommend this place. We will plan to visit again :-)

- Swetha, August 2023

Thankyou so much for your kind words and for taking the time to do a review, means alot. So glad you enjoyed your break, it was lovely meeting you all, hope to see you again when the children can have more dog walking experiences. Take care. Property Owner
Mustafa August 2023

“We had the best time ever super host they’re lovely caring family Shila masih bought another ball for you to bring next time We will definitely be back Thank you.”

- Mustafa, August 2023
Jane July 2023

“Fantastic property and the perfect base for our holiday, wonderful comfortable, clean accommodation with attention to detail throughout.”

Kitchen full of everything you could possibly think of, we didn’t want for anything. Beautiful outdoor space and great links to amenities, good variety of walks and outdoor activities.

- Jane, July 2023

Thankyou so much for taking the time to do a review, and such a positive one with a perfect score is hugely appreciated. It means a lot when guests have a really good holiday experience at Kavieng, which is what we aim to offer and supply. Thankyou again, and hope to see you again sometime. Property Owner
Vanessa July 2023

“Vicky and Stuart, an absolutely lovely couple, we received a pre-welcome email to let us know what things would be provided which is a really lovely touch.”

The property is beautiful, high quality products, furniture and linens, really clean, well kept has everything you need and more. The gardens are beautiful, although not for use of the rental property. However, there is plenty of secure space at the rear of the property for sitting and relaxing, eating and drinking and even more space in the countryside just outside the driveway gate. Plenty of walks to do from the property, we couldn't have asked for a better stay.

- Vanessa, July 2023

Thankyou for your lovely positive feedback and so glad that Kavieng provided all you needed, and that you had a great time. Just one little thing, guests are welcome to use our garden (the one where you park your car) if they wish, if I forgot to mention this, I am so very sorry. What we cannot offer though is exclusive use or total privacy there as we need to maintain the garden (lawns and beloved weeding !!), and do use it ourselves when we can and also park there ourselves. But, as you mentioned, there is plenty of space directly outside the flat for guests to enjoy....when weather allows! Thanks again for taking the time to do a review, it means alot -especially such lovely comments, and is very much appreciated. Hope to see you again sometime. Property Owner
Christine July 2023

“Myself, my husband and bouncy labradoodle have just come back from a midweek break in Kavieng.”

We had a lovely break, the flat, gardens and surrounding area are all beautiful. There are loads of lovely walks right on the doorstep and we also enjoyed a trip on the Brecon Mountain Railway. Thank you to Vicky and Stuart for making us feel welcome from the start of our holiday.

- Christine, July 2023

Thankyou for kind comments, and so glad you had a lovely time. Property Owner
Susan June 2023

“The most amazing holiday ever pure relaxation and recharge.”

We have just returned from Kavieng the most beautifull p[ace ever the cottage is absoulutley gorgeous the attention to detail is stunning with matching soft furnishings bedding cushions lampshades even lavender bags on the coathangers fresh flower in all the rooms milk in fridge along with butter and wine all lovingly provide by Vicky and stuart the gardens are out of this world and the outside space has three separate areas so you get the sun all day we have eaten outside all week next to the the lovely stream. I can honestly say its the best place we have ever stayed and cannot recomend it enough.Thank you Vicky and Stuart you were Amazing hosts and are lovely people. Kind Regards Sue

- Susan, June 2023

Wow, such amazing comments, thankyou so much it means alot and makes having a holiday let feel all the more rewarding and worthwhile. So glad you were able to enjoy what Kavieng can offer and have the chilling and relaxing experience you wanted. It was lovely to meet you all, and I hope we can meet again sometime. Many thanks. Take care. Property Owner
Maureen June 2023

“The holiday accommodation was stunning from the fully equipped accomodation, beautiful decor throughout, lovely private sitting areas outside with the bubbling stream.”

The home is within a number of shared gardens which are colourful with great planting and landscape. The owner was very welcoming and informative. The location was central to a variety of hill and canal walking. We would thoroughly recommend this excellent accomodation and have already done so to our friends. Thank you and very best wishes to the lovely kind owners. Maureen.

- Maureen, June 2023

Thankyou for your kind comments. So glad you were able to enjoy many of the local attractions as well as what Kavieng can offer. Thankyou also for your recommendation, it means another. Take care. Property Owner
Tonny May 2023

“The house is well kept, clean and there is really everything you might possibly need.”

The garden is beautiful, with several places to sit and relax. The owners are very friendly and helpful. We really enjoyed being here. The surrounding is also very beautiful. Sometimes you can hear the people who live above the cottage and the noise of the traffic on the main road. We surely recommend this property to explore Wales. When we visit Wales a second time we will be staying here again.

- Tonny, May 2023

Thankyou for your lovely comments and so glad you enjoyed your stay at Kavieng and Wales. Look forward to welcoming you back in the future.Best wishes. Property Owner
Rachel May 2023

“Immaculate & very comfortable with all the comforts of home.”

Great outside space and easy parking. If you are noise sensitive please be aware of the nearby busy road & the close proximity of the tennant in the flat above.

- Rachel, May 2023

Thankyou for your positive comments and the perfect feedback score. So sorry that the noises from the road and neighbours affected your overall holiday experience. Unfortunately we can do nothing about the location in terms of proximity to road, though we are planning on increasing the acoustic insulation in certain areas of the flat when our builder and the business allows, though as the accommodation is a flat, some noise transference is regrettably unavoidable. Thankyou again for taking the time to give feedback. Property Owner
Helen April 2023

“We had a lovely week in Kavieng.”

The cottage is a good location within easy reach of good walks and of Abergavenny and Crickhowell. The cottage is comfortable, stylish and extremely well equipped. The cottage is in a row of several and the gardens to all of them are at the end of row. Being at the end of the row, Kavieng enjoys the views over all of them. The cottage has some patio spaces around it and use of one of the pretty patches of garden furthest from the cottage. We will be back for another visit as this was one of the best cottages we’ve holidayed in and there is plenty more to enjoy in the Brecon Beacons.

- Helen, April 2023

Thankyou for your positive comments and feedback, so glad you enjoyed your break, and look forward to meeting you again in the future. Take care. Property Owner
Ann February 2023

“An attractive, comfortable, well equipped holiday flat.”

Situated in the beautiful Brecon Beacons, Kavieng is an ideal base from which to walk or travel to other interesting locations. Vicky and Stuart are excellent hosts who go above and beyond to ensure guests enyoy their holiday.

- Ann, February 2023

Thankyou for your lovely comments and for appreciating our efforts to ensure our guests have the best possible holiday experience that Kavieng can offer. That means alot. Thankyou. Property Owner
Louise September 2022

“A beautiful flat with almost everything you could need - we couldn't find a broom/dustpan & brush or hoover to clear a week's worth of dog hair before we left.”

A lovely welcome pack & fresh flowers on our arrival & great dog walks from the property. The refurbished pub over the road does a lovely Sunday lunch but beware - all pubs in the area seem to be closed Monday's, Tuesday's & some on Wednesday's so make sure you have some food in for dinners. The only slight niggle about the property is that you can hear the couple that live upstairs having conversations with each other/on their phone & going about their everyday life, it's like they're in the room next to you but the property & position of the property outweighs anything really, we had a great time in this beautiful area.

- Louise, September 2022

Thanks for your feedback, and for your positive comments. To respond to a few of the issues raised: There is a full range of cleaning equipment in the kitchen cupboard (behind the kitchen door) . I will ensure that this is mentioned in the welcome information. As guests will be aware, the accommodation is a ground floor flat, and perhaps occasionally there will be some noise transmission between the properties. We plan to review this during the winter. So glad that overall you enjoyed your break in Kavieng. Property Owner
Helen September 2022

“A wonderful property in a great location.”

The property has everything you need & is so comfortable leaving was hard. There are so many interesting places to visit nearby.

- Helen, September 2022

Thankyou for your kind comments, very glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Valerie September 2022

“The cottage had been furnished very tastefully and the owners went over and above my expectations in what items were provided.”

It is in a beautiful setting, although there was some traffic noise from the A40 but inside the cottage we didn’t notice it after a while. The proximity of the main road did, however, enable us to go to Abergavenny by bus, using our travel cards. We felt that there should have been a warning about the distance from the parking place to the cottage, some of which was over uneven ground: perhaps not suitable for people with difficulty walking, although Vicky, the owner, did offer help to carry our stuff. Altogether, it was a very enjoyable holiday.

- Valerie, September 2022

Thankyou for your positive comments, and glad you enjoyed your time at Kavieng. To respond to a few points made, yes the accommodation is located just off the main A40, and the traffic noise can be elavated during peak hours and audible outside the property, but this is not constant. It is approximately 80 yards from the car parking area, through the garden to the flat. There is very little off road/private parking in the village, hence why we offer parking in the garden. We have identified a small area of crazy paving on the path which needs attention, and we assume this is the uneven ground referred to. This is on our list of jobs to do over the coming months. Either Vicky or Stuart endeavour to be around to greet guests, and will always offer to assist with luggage on arrival and departure. Thanks again for taking the time to give us feedback, very much appreciated. Property Owner
Sara August 2022

“The property has been finished to a very high standard, and is stunning everything has been thought of.”

- Sara, August 2022

Thankyou for the positive feedback, much appreciated. Was lovely to meet you and hope to see you again sometime. Property Owner
Jennifer July 2022

“We enjoyed a relaxing week in this holiday home where every need is met with great attention to detail!”

It is a lovely comfortable home, of a very high standard, set in a beautiful garden setting. The owners are friendly and helpful and we were welcomed by a lovely welcome pack. A highly recommended holiday property in a convenient location for exploring the area.

- Jennifer, July 2022

Thankyou so much for your lovely feedback. So glad you enjoyed your stay, and what Kavieng, and this area/location can offer. It was lovely to meet you both. Hope to see you again one day. Property Owner
John July 2022

“Stunning location , large beautiful apartment well equipped and furnished to a high standard , clean and extremely comfortable.”

The owners have obviously put a lot of care and attention into providing a holiday home from home . The owners live nearby but we hardly saw them yet were available for any questions or directions, seating areas outside were comfortable private and well maintained , parking area . Beautiful area for walking , relaxing , towns and cafes , history visited many castles or activities . There is even a Riverside walk near the property. For many reasons the property and holiday surpassed all our expectations.

- John, July 2022

Thankyou so much for your lovely feedback, so glad you enjoyed your break and what Kavieng offers, especially the appreciation of the home from home experience we keep striving to achieve. It was lovely to meet you and hope we see you again in the future. Take care and thanks again. Property Owner
Richard June 2022

“We had a lovely stay.”

Everything you needed was provided - even a picnic hamper! Lots of places to visit nearby. Would love to go back!

- Richard, June 2022
Stephen June 2022

“Probably the best quality cottage we have ever visited lots of extras provided ...”

Probably the best quality cottage we have ever visited lots of extras provided milk tea coffee bread biscuits etc Toiletries provided as well Vicky and Stuart are lovely and both helped with our luggage Can’t wait to re book

- Stephen, June 2022

Thankyou so much for your kind words, so glad you liked your stay in Kavieng, albeit that the weather was unkind. It would be lovely to see you again. Take care and keep safe. Property Owner
Hayley May 2022

“This was a last minute booking and I had reservations about what it was going to be like - I’d need not have worried!”

The owners had thought of everything to make our stay comfortable. It was immaculately clean and extremely well equipped. The hosts were nearby, warm and welcoming, but discreet. I think this was probably the best standard of holiday cottage we have stayed in. NB - for peoples info - the cottage is in a row of cottages, side on to a fairly busy road, there is some road noise, but you don’t see the traffic. Your garden overlooks the brook, and the patchwork of cottage gardens beyond, which are beautiful. The garden area is aswell thought out and equipped as the cottage and leads straight out to a footpath.

- Hayley, May 2022

Thankyou for your lovely feedback, so glad that the experience was better than you hoped . It's important to us to try and get things as 'right ' as we can so you have the best possible break. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Lynn May 2022

“The property was really lovely, everything we could have needed was available.”

The rooms were really comfortable. Really great place to stay.

- Lynn, May 2022

Thankyou for your positive feedback, it is much appreciated. So glad that Kavieng did not disappoint. Property Owner
Clare May 2022

“This apartment has been beautifully and tastefully renovated.”

Everything for your comfort has been thought through. Fully equipped kitchen, stunning bathroom, luxurious beds! Wonderful welcome hamper (including doggie treats). Fresh flowers! Loved sitting outside on the terrace with our morning coffee, drinking in the sights and sounds of nature. Again, everything thought through and provided for the alfresco experience. Loved the location - perfectly situated for walks straight from the property and so much more to do in the vicinity. The owners were so friendly and helpful. We wished we could live there! Definitely be back!

- Clare, May 2022

Thankyou so much for your lovely feedback and so glad you enjoyed your break and appreciated what Kavieng has to offer. Was lovely meeting you both. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Sue April 2022

“Cottage was of a very high standard with lots of unexpected extras.”

Light and airy with plenty of space. Set in gardens with a brook running through, it is in a beautiful, peaceful location but shops, pubs and many attractions jist a few mins drive away. Lovely hosts made us very welcome. We haed a really good holiday here and would highly recommend it.

- Sue, April 2022

Thankyou so much for your kind words, and positive feedback. So glad you enjoyed your time at Kavieng, it was lovely meeting you, and we hope to see you again. Property Owner
Steven February 2022

“This cottage was absolutely excellent, the welcome package the hosts were all top notch.”

set in lovely grounds and a wonderful area. Could not of ask for any more, great value for money.

- Steven, February 2022

Thankyou so much for your lovely feedback, so glad you enjoyed your stay despite the Welsh weather being a tad over generous with the rainfall. Hope to see you again. Property Owner
Colin November 2021

“Lovely holiday flat, well furnished and with good provisions.”

Nice welcome pack to enjoy on our arrival at Kavieng. Friendly and helpful owners, too.

- Colin, November 2021
Cynthia October 2021

“Kavieng is by far one of the best holiday let’s we have stayed in.”

The property is exactly as described and is bigger than it appears in the photos. Vicky and Stuart are friendly and helpful and they have thought of everything possible to make your stay cosy and comfortable. We had a lovely welcome package which was a nice start to our holiday. We will definitely be booking again and I highly recommend this property.

- Cynthia, October 2021
Scott October 2021

“Kavieng was a superb getaway for a week, the accommodation was spotless and perfectly as described/illustrated, in fact it surpassed our expectations, it really is in a lovely spot and extremely well look after.”

Vicky and Stuart can't do enough for you, from the tasty welcome pack to the 'things you may have forgotten' to there warm welcoming personalities, they have all bases covered. Lots of local walks from the door to enjoy in what is a stunning location (albeit largely wet during our stay), definitely worth a walk to the Dragon where you can be greeted with a smile and a good pint or further afield enjoy Sugar Loaf. Plenty of places to eat within a short hop, Abergavenny offers local supermarkets and a wide selection of restaurants, would recommend Casa Bianca, that was nice but slightly further away but worth the trip is Hunters Moon, 13th century pub, but you do need to book a meal in advance. Loved this holiday property and would highly recommend, enjoy, you won't be disappointed if you are after a quiet getaway!

- Scott, October 2021
Janet October 2021

“Well presented accommodation.”

A great deal of care and thought has gone into this first class ground floor apartment. Flowers and a welcome pack filled with essential and non essential goodies was a lovely touch. Every detail has not been forgotten from cleaning products in the kitchen and bathroom to a little basket in the bathroom full of products you might have forgotten to bring. The apartment comes with all outside furniture you would need plus a BBQ. An ideal base to explore the surrounding countryside of this pretty area of Wales. J&M Burden

- Janet, October 2021
Peter September 2021

“Kavieng has been renovated to a very high standard with every touch thought through so that it is welcoming, practical and homely for visitors.”

We were very appreciative of having somewhere so comfortable during some wet days and when the weather was good the patio area with such a choice of seats and tables was a delight for a cup of tea or glass of wine. The owners, Vicki and Stuart, had even provided a chest with seat cushions and a barbecue. They are very welcoming, friendly and helpful with local knowledge for those who don't know this beautiful part of Wales. All in all, Kavieng is a very special place.

- Peter, September 2021
Carol September 2021

“The cottage was so well equipped there was nothing missing and lots of extras.”

Great thought had been put into the decoration (which was lovely) and the facilities provided. The little extras were superb. The starter pack of bread, milk etc. The inclusion of condiments, washing up liquid dish washer tablets etc. There was even a rucksack to use should you want to go on a picnic. The owners Vicki & Stuart were so kind sharing fresh produce from their garden with us. They gave us lots of helpful facts and information about the area to ensure we got the most out of our stay. Definitely a property we will be looking to return to. 5 STAR

- Carol, September 2021
Dan August 2021

“We really enjoyed everything about our stay at Kavieng.”

The accommodation was very clean, cosy and beautifully decorated throughout. The owners were very friendly and had clearly put a lot of thought into making our stay as special as possible which was much appreciated. We highly recommend a stay at Kavieng!

- Dan, August 2021
Michael July 2021

“Very welcoming and helpful hosts who gave us great information about the local area.”

Lots of welcoming extras that made our holiday very special. The cottage was very clean and comfortable. Lovely views of a pretty garden and sitting out areas to catch the sun with awnings to provide shade if needed. Exceptional - we look forward to a return!

- Michael, July 2021
Lynn July 2021

“Our stay at Kavieng was wonderful from arrival with the most lovely touches in place, fresh flowers on table, a welcomed bottle of fizz, a bag of ice in fridge and pastries all very welcoming.”

The hosts Vicky and Stuart,s attention to detail is second to none and they thought of everything even a packet of treats for our dog, The place is so well looked after and has everything you would ever need to self cater you really just need to bring yourself. There are beautiful maintained planters around the terrace which is so pretty, From the lovely story of how Kavieng came about to lovely salad greens given to us by Vicky from the cottage garden who also joined us on a morning walk with Shyla a lovely golden lab we had an exceptional stay and wouldn’t think twice about returning

- Lynn, July 2021
Lisa July 2021

“This is a lovely place.”

Very clean and renovated to a very high standard. There is a well equipped kitchen. You have everything you could possibly need eg cooker, washing machine, dishwasher etc. The owners are lovely and helpful too. It’s in a very good location. You can go for walks right outside the place. Or you can travel nearby to take on some good walks. Sugarloaf Mountain is close by. They provide maps with walks. Our party was 4 adults and one dog and we all enjoyed our stay. The garden is very pretty and you have a brook running through it. We were very pleased with this accommodation.

- Lisa, July 2021

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Summary

All-ground-floor
Two bedrooms.: 2 x king-size
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room with electric fire
Gas central heating with electric fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, Smart TV and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for one car
Enclosed garden patio with furniture
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
shop 1.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Please note that in summer school holiday period up to and including the first week of September, this property can only accept bookings for 7 nights
Please note: The property is about an 80 meter walk form the private car parking space and may not be suitable for people with mobility issues
Note: The Bluebell Country Inn is closed seasonally so guests would be advised to check their website for availability
Please contact Sykes before booking if you wish to bring a second dog

The property

Nestled in the stunning Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park), just two miles from Crickhowell (voted the Best Place to live in Wales by The Sunday Times 2019) is Kavieng.

Located in the tiny, picturesque village of Glangrwyney, this generously proportioned, ground-floor, two bedroom holiday home combines the charm of a Welsh country cottage with all the convenience of a modern apartment.

From your doorstep, you can walk up the Sugar Loaf mountain or follow one of many trails through the idyllic countryside to explore the wider National Park.

Fully refurbished in 2021 to a very high standard, Kavieng boasts original features, a new boutique hotel style shower room and an attractive outdoor patio area overlooking the brook which runs through the village.

Set entirely on the ground floor, the apartment sleeps four comfortably.

There are two king size bedrooms, each neutrally furnished with charming and thoughtful touches.

The large luxury shower room features a generous walk-in shower and a bespoke slate counter top.

The fitted kitchen looks out over the beautiful patchwork of cottage gardens and is amply appointed for cooking with an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave and fridge/freezer.

There is also a washer/dryer for your convenience.

From your peaceful patio, you can enjoy morning coffees or evening Apéritifs while listening to the adjacent babbling brook and birdsong.The living room has two plush reclining sofas from which to laze and watch the Smart TV, listen to music, or open the patio doors and enjoy the sunset.

Two miles from lively and picturesque Crickhowell and just four miles from the historical market town of Abergavenny, from your Glangrwyney hideaway you can easily explore castles, medieval mansions and Roman remains, as well as discovering locally-produced food at gastro pubs, ancient inns and restaurants.

A mile away, the village of Gilwern has a few convenience stores and access to the wonderful walks along the Brecon - Monmouthshire canal, with canal boat hire companies offering opportunities to explore by water as far as the historic town of Brecon.

With two National Trails and a National Park, the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) is the ultimate walking and thinking country.

Avid walkers and adventurers can spend their time exploring and enjoying the abundance of hiking, cycling, rock climbing, bird watching and pony trekking opportunities the Beacons provide.

World renowned cultural events including the Hay Festival, Green Man, How The Light Gets In, and the Abergavenny Food Festival take place in the area.

Whether you come for the food, the music, the scenery or all three, Kavieng is a charming and tranquil place from which to enjoy the very best of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons).

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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 National Park), 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.

Please note that in summer school holiday period up to and including the first week of September, this property can only accept bookings for 7 nights.

Please note: The property is about an 80 meter walk form the private car parking space and may not be suitable for people with mobility issues.

Please contact Sykes before booking with age and size of dogs if you wish to bring a second dog.

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

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Reviews & Ratings

“We enjoyed a wonderful stay in Kavieng.”

“We had a wonderful 4 night holiday at Kavieng with our Jack Russell, Bella.”

“We had a lovely and relaxing stay at Kavieng, you could not ask for a better place to stay.”

“Fantastic stay beautiful accommodation & gorgeous outdoor space lovely welcome pack would highly recommend”

“We have a brilliant time in kavieng Very comfortable cottage.”

“Lovely, well equipped and immaculately presented ground floor 'cottage' apartment.”

“Fabulous accommodation, very well equipped, comfortable beds and sofas.”

“Sincere thanks to Vicky and Stuart for allowing us to use their wonderful flat for the week.”

“Lovely apartment, the owners are very welcoming and have thought of everything, adding extra finishing touches.”

“What a fabulous place to stay.”

“Stuart ,Vicky and Ilya were soo welcoming and kind.”

“We have been to quite a few holiday lets.”

“A very well maintained flat with everything you could wish for.”

“A very comfortable and well equipped property with plenty of space, inside and out.”

“The property is warm and cosy and the owner very welcoming and available should you need.”

“Lovely property in a lovely location.”

“Vicky was a fantastic host.”

“It was great.”

“Another fantastic week at Kavieng.”

“We booked this at very last minute and we simply loved it.”

“We had the best time ever super host they’re lovely caring family Shila masih bought another ball for you to bring next time We will definitely be back Thank you.”

“Fantastic property and the perfect base for our holiday, wonderful comfortable, clean accommodation with attention to detail throughout.”

“Vicky and Stuart, an absolutely lovely couple, we received a pre-welcome email to let us know what things would be provided which is a really lovely touch.”

“Myself, my husband and bouncy labradoodle have just come back from a midweek break in Kavieng.”

“The most amazing holiday ever pure relaxation and recharge.”

“The holiday accommodation was stunning from the fully equipped accomodation, beautiful decor throughout, lovely private sitting areas outside with the bubbling stream.”

“The house is well kept, clean and there is really everything you might possibly need.”

“Immaculate & very comfortable with all the comforts of home.”

“We had a lovely week in Kavieng.”

“An attractive, comfortable, well equipped holiday flat.”

“A beautiful flat with almost everything you could need - we couldn't find a broom/dustpan & brush or hoover to clear a week's worth of dog hair before we left.”

“A wonderful property in a great location.”

“The cottage had been furnished very tastefully and the owners went over and above my expectations in what items were provided.”

“The property has been finished to a very high standard, and is stunning everything has been thought of.”

“We enjoyed a relaxing week in this holiday home where every need is met with great attention to detail!”

“Stunning location , large beautiful apartment well equipped and furnished to a high standard , clean and extremely comfortable.”

“We had a lovely stay.”

“Probably the best quality cottage we have ever visited lots of extras provided ...”

“This was a last minute booking and I had reservations about what it was going to be like - I’d need not have worried!”

“The property was really lovely, everything we could have needed was available.”

“This apartment has been beautifully and tastefully renovated.”

“Cottage was of a very high standard with lots of unexpected extras.”

“This cottage was absolutely excellent, the welcome package the hosts were all top notch.”

“Lovely holiday flat, well furnished and with good provisions.”

“Kavieng is by far one of the best holiday let’s we have stayed in.”

“Kavieng was a superb getaway for a week, the accommodation was spotless and perfectly as described/illustrated, in fact it surpassed our expectations, it really is in a lovely spot and extremely well look after.”

“Well presented accommodation.”

“Kavieng has been renovated to a very high standard with every touch thought through so that it is welcoming, practical and homely for visitors.”

“The cottage was so well equipped there was nothing missing and lots of extras.”

“We really enjoyed everything about our stay at Kavieng.”

“Very welcoming and helpful hosts who gave us great information about the local area.”

“Our stay at Kavieng was wonderful from arrival with the most lovely touches in place, fresh flowers on table, a welcomed bottle of fizz, a bag of ice in fridge and pastries all very welcoming.”

“This is a lovely place.”

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About the location

GILWERN