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A charming cottage set with gorgeous 

country gardens amidst the rolling hills

of The Black Mountains.

 

Enjoy the tranquillity of the River Monnow 

running gently through your garden

as it meanders through the protected wild meadows, all on your doorstep.

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The cottage is a converted bakehouse originally used to

make bread for the village well into the 20th century.

It sits next to The Mill House in a peaceful country garden setting 

and overlooks the mill building. Inside, you’ll be welcomed with a basket full of local produce including

bread, butter, eggs, welshcakes

and a choice of wines or local cider.

The flagstone entrance hall has room for boots and coats. Off the hallway are the kitchen and bathroom which are built on the site of the original bread ovens.

The kitchen, which overlooks a private patio, is equipped with a halogen ceramic hob, electric oven, Belfast sink, microwave and fridge/freezer.

The bathroom has WC, wash-basin, shower and washing machine.

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The cosy beamed living room overlooks the lovely old-fashioned garden of lawns and herbaceous borders.

Relax on a comfortable sofa in front of the log burning stove and a TV/DVD player. 

A selection of books and DVD’s and board games offer alternative entertainment if you decide to stay in. Off the sitting room and overlooking the kitchen garden and old orchard

is a large, bright sunroom with more comfortable seating and another dining table. 

French doors from the sunroom lead

onto a secluded sunny patio, perfect

for breakfast or a coffee with papers

bought from Hopes, the award-winning

local shop and Post Office (4min walk).

Or an ideal place to simply relax,

watching the energetic garden birds

at their feeders.

Upstairs is a beautiful spacious oak beamed

double aspect bedroom with an ensuite

toilet and washbasin.

We like to ensure the cottage is filled with

seasonal fresh flowers throughout along

with fluffy white towels and complimentary

toiletries. Airing cupboard and further

cupboard space to allows for plenty of

storage. With extra pillows and blankets,

hairdryer and an iron and ironing board.

THE GROUNDS Monnow river cottage is surrounded by well-tended country style gardens and a heritage orchard. Anyone for a spot of croquet? Or simply enjoy 20 acres of protected organic wild flower meadows at your leisure, all on your doorstep. 

With the River Monnow meandering

around the fields, just lovely for picnics or

a spot of quiet reading.

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We’ve placed several seating areas for you to relax. Perfect with a glass of wine.

Watch the Kingfishes, Dippers and, if you're lucky, Otters.

Fancy some fishing? The River Monnow

is stocked with wild brown trout.

We have several good deep pools.

A stretch of double bank with exclusive

fishing rights. Fishing license can be

bought from Hopes village shop and

Post Office (4 min walk)

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LOCATION Longtown lies at the foot of the

Black Mountains. Along the top runs the long

mapsdistance path Offa’s Dyke. It’s in the middle

of unspoilt sheep farming country with miles of

footpaths taking you into beautiful hidden landscapes.

The Monnow, Olchon and Escley rivers

converge at Longtown and the Monnow itself runs past The Mill. There is a Norman castle in the village with a small community garden and a green beside which is an ancient dipping well.

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Whether you want a full day’s hiking or a gentle stroll. There are plenty of wonderful walks or cycle routes to suite everyone. From the gentle to the strenuous, all within easy reach from your doorstep. We’ve provided several guidebooks to help you plan your day. And safe areas to store your bikes along with washing facilities.

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THINGS TO DO

The Cathedral City of Hereford with the Mappa Mundi, chained library and Museum is 35 mins drive away. Find out more here »

Abergavenny, an old market town on the river Usk with a Castle/Museum is 30mins drive. Large food market on Tuesdays and various other events during the week. Find out more here »

The Famous Marches Castles: Grosmont, Goodrich, Whitecastle, Raglan and Monmouth are all within easy reach.

Canoeing on the river at Hay-on-Wye. Find out more here » 

The Brecon Beacons are other ways of filling up with wonderful fresh country air. Find out more here »

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REVIEWS

Our third visit to Monnow River Cottage. The garden is as lovely as ever. Perfect for guilt-free relaxing after a day's hill-walking. Our tired legs and bodies appreciated the new-this-season linen bedlinen.
Sue Andrew Deacon - June 2024
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LONGTOWN  HEREFORD  HR2 0LU

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