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Lounge area
Sleeping area
Sleeping area with a view
Room with a view
Shower room
Garden area
Garden details
Views from the property
Enjoy an alfresco dinner then watch the stars with a fire pit to keep you warm
A perfectly tranquil location
Your own private meadow to explore
A beautiful winter retreat
1 / 15  View towards the property
2 / 15  Kitchen area
3 / 15  Kitchen detail
4 / 15  Lounge area
5 / 15  Sleeping area
6 / 15  Sleeping area with a view
7 / 15  Room with a view
8 / 15  Shower room
9 / 15  Garden area
10 / 15  Garden details
11 / 15  Views from the property
12 / 15  Enjoy an alfresco dinner then watch the stars with a fire pit to keep you warm
13 / 15  A perfectly tranquil location
14 / 15  Your own private meadow to explore
15 / 15  A beautiful winter retreat

The Shepherd's Retreat

Abergavenny (8mls N), Brecon Beacons
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Working farm
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Quirky
Shepherd Hut
Honeymoon Hideaways
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Charming shepherds hut with breath taking views across the valley
  • Enjoy the open countryside creating the perfect romantic bolt hole for couples to enjoy
  • Tour the market towns of Abergavenny with its Norman Castle and farmers market within easy reach
Overview
Property code: 44235

Enjoying an enviable location at the foot of the Black Mountains within the grounds of the owners working farm, enjoying the open countryside beautifully furnished creating the perfect romantic bolt hole for couples to enjoy.

Step back in time within this peaceful hamlet, with its traditional village store and parlour pub offering a friendly welcome to all that come and stay. With some of the best walking within the area from your doorstep, explore the Black Mountains, and join the Offa’s Dyke pathway which will take you deeper into the countryside. Ideal for touring with the market towns of Abergavenny with its Norman Castle and farmers market within easy reach, Hay on Wye with many book shops and festivals throughout the year, make the most of the Herefordshire countryside and follow the Great Cider Route, or join in the many local food festivals held throughout the year.

The compact open-plan accommodation offers Living/kitchen/diner/sleeping area: Sleeping area has a double bed and TV. Kitchen area, with gas hob and fridge. Shower room: with shower and WC. Outside: garden area with garden furniture and BBQ.

  • 1 bedroom – 1 double
  • 1 bathroom – 1 shower and WC
  • Gas hob and fridge
  • Electric and underfloor heating included
  • Off-road parking
  • Pub and shop within walking distance
  • BBQ
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Alison Leeke

This property is personally managed by Alison.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 32 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sandra 7th October 2024

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A lovely cosy property in a convenient location to visit the local area. The owners are really friendly and very easy to approach if necessary. The hut has all the amenities you need and the under floor heating was a hit with my two dogs whose bed was on the floor.

Reviewed by Steve 13th September 2024

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The directions given made the Hut easy to find and the welcome pack including a fab Lemon drizzle cake was really great. The owners were very welcoming and gave us details of the local shops and pubs, which we made use of. The Hut had everything we needed for our stay and the underfloor heating made sure that the temperature was always perfect for Read moreus. The owners are in the process of refreshing the balcony which is really the only element which needs a little work. We loved our stay. Recommended Hide

Reviewed by Shaun 6th September 2024

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Reviewed by Janet 30th August 2024

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I had a really wonderful week in the Shepherds Retreat. It provided the complete peace and privacy I was looking for, in a really well appointed, comfortable space. It's surrounded by beautiful countryside in which to walk, but is also only a short drive away from places of interest such as Hereford and Hay On Wye. The Watkins family were so welcomRead moreing and helpful and provided some lovely provisions including a fantastic home made Lemon Drizzle cake. I certainly hope to return. Hide

Reviewed by victoria 27th August 2024

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Reviewed by Emily 23rd August 2024

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We loved our stay at The Shepherds Retreat. We booked so we could take our anxious dog somewhere he could feel comfortable and run free without being surrounded by outside noise and this was completely perfect. It's a real peaceful escape with stunning views and everything you could possibly need. The Shepherds Hut itself is clean, beautifully decoRead morerated, comfy and well equipped. All the added extras thrown in by our lovely hosts really made us feel special and at home. Thank you so much. Hide

Reviewed by Abby 19th August 2024

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The outside area of the hut looks a little shabby,especially compared to the photos,we were told it was due to be replaced.The veranda can be slippery and the steps appear to be rotting and are wonky.The parking area has some significant dips in the gravel and,because it is uphill,was difficult to park.We needed a run-up to stop the wheels from spiRead morenning.The interior was lovely, warm, cosy and very well equipped. The location was perfect, beautiful views,peaceful and close to some lovely walks. Hide

Reviewed by Peter 2nd August 2024

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Beautifully relaxing, private and stunning spot! Sat up late watching the stars - idyllic! Arrived late and Sheila kindly waited at the bottom of the drive to say hello and direct us in. She and her son Ollie were delightful! Ollie gave us lots of information on the area & history - friendly but left us to our own devices. So many lovely touches inRead more the hut, too many to mention! - Huge field below Shepherd's Retreat was a bonus for the dog, PERFECT! Thank you - we'll be back! Hide

Reviewed by Jeremy 5th July 2024

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Lovely shepherds retreat in a quiet location, remote but not too much with a local pub within walking distance and a shop a few minutes drive away, ideal if you like not to be disturbed, very much recommended.

Reviewed by M E 7th June 2024

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Couldn't have loved it more! The hut is perfect, the views amazing. Our elderly greyhound loved having the paddock to roam around at her leisure. Thank you for everything, Oliver, you were an absolute star!

Reviewed by Susan 24th May 2024

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The Shepherds Hut retreat is everything you could wish it to be. The views are spectacular and the Hut itself is very private with a fully enclosed garden which gave our little dog a lovely place to play . The quality of the fixtures and fittings are extremely good and the generous welcome pack was much appreciated. The hosts are lovely and friendlRead morey but leave you to enjoy the peace and quiet of the location. We cant wait to go again ! Hide

Reviewed by John 29th March 2024

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Exactly what i needed. Peace and quiet in a lovely location.

Reviewed by Sarah 15th March 2024

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We had such a wonderful stay here. Sheila & Ollie were so genuinely friendly & helpful. It was like we had known them for years! The location is spectacular & the positioning of the hut is the best we have stayed in to date. The hut was very clean & had everything we needed in it. They say its the location & the people who make your holiday and we Read morecompletely agree. Well worth a visit for the peace, the quiet, the views, the friendly locals and the wildlife. Wonderful, thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Doreen 1st March 2024

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We had a lovely stay, it was so picturesque with the snow on the mountains, the shepherd hut was nice and warm very snug, we hope to come again maybe in the summer when we can sit outside on the veranda. We loved talking to the owners lovely people

Reviewed by Karen 19th January 2024

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The shepherd's hut is in an amazing remote location. Excellent panoramic views. The hut was very comfortable and warm with underfloor heating. All you need in the kitchen cooker fridge ect Lovely shower, nice and hot

Reviewed by Richard 2nd November 2023

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Fantastic idyllic retreat, perfect for a relaxing weekend. The shepherd's hut is cosy and well-equipped with it's own veranda, and even with our large dog we enough space to make ourselves comfortable. The location is very private and peaceful, and the night sky is amazing due to the absence of light pollution. The owners are very helpful and frienRead moredly, and we had some great conversations down by the gate when we returned of an evening! Hide

Reviewed by Darrell 6th October 2023

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Fantastic place to stay, really peaceful setting and hosts are really friendly and helpful.

Reviewed by Deb 8th September 2023

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A lovely place small but cosy. Bed was comfy, welcome package was great. The owners were lovely and very helpful.

Reviewed by Jon 25th August 2023

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Quirky, cosy, inviting and relaxing. The Shepherds Retreat was amazing. We wanted for nothing. Did a walk a day (5-7 miles). Lovely surroundings. Recommend the local pub and a wonder to Longtown. Views from the top of the Beacons were phenomenal. Took our breath away. Could see for miles. Ate alfresco every day/evening. Jess our border collie pup wRead moreas in her element & the enclosed paddock was brill. Will definitely be booking again Hide

Reviewed by Sara 14th July 2023

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It's very tiny, but so sweet! We love the view out of the hut and miss our little home now a little bit. The place is perfect for daytrips to the mountains, but also to Cardiff and Bristol. Sheila and Oliver are very kind and helpful if you have to know anything. Great two weeks in our little home!

Reviewed by Karen 23rd June 2023

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A lovely Shepherds hut in a peaceful location. Me and my dog had a lovely relaxing holiday

Reviewed by Candice 9th June 2023

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Perfect base for our hiking holiday! Out of the way enough to be able to relax in our own space but accessible for shops and local pubs etc. Sheila and Oliver were both very friendly and welcoming! Would definitely stay again next time we return to Wales. Our dog loved it too!

Reviewed by Kevin 5th May 2023

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excellent location if you want peace and quiet and to get back to nature, the owners are very welcoming and friendly. there's a shop and pub just up the road which has all your basic needs.

Reviewed by Danny 1st May 2023

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Location is perfect - although the 3.3 mile road to the property wasnt relaxing Inside everything was well provided and the extras offered on arrival were very well received The local village has pubs if needed and Abergavenny is only 15/20 mins away and is a great place to visit A working farm with a lovely large field to enjoy if bringing a dog aRead morend it was fascinating to see the developing work being done to the farmland No internet but we expected that and tv has sat box for evening tv Hide

Reviewed by Rebecca 28th April 2023

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Absolutely lovely weekend away. The owners were lovely and the setting is stunning. If you want peace and quiet in the countryside its an ideal place. Would definitely recommend for couples. We took our dog with us and he was in his element

Reviewed by Carl 21st April 2023

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Reviewed by Lynn 7th April 2023

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Just lovely, totally relaxing! Cows and sheep right outside, cant hear a pin drop at night. Have stayed in a shepherds hut before with just a log burner - freeze or boil! The underfloor heating made this such a nicer and more comfortable experience. The warmest welcome from Sheila. Would go again.

Reviewed by Zosia 20th March 2023

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Lovely cozy little place, despite howling gales and rain outside. Well located for hill walks, local towns of interest and the famous Cornewall Arms pub. Follow directions, not your satnav to get there. Learn from our mistake and a very carsick dog . Would love to visit again in better weather when we could make use of the veranda with beautiful viRead moreews and the fire pit. Hide

Reviewed by Matthew 10th March 2023

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Reviewed by Helen 3rd March 2023

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Warm, cosy and relaxing. Very comfortable bed and the hot shower was a bonus. Nice touch was the cider, wine, butter and eggs left for us. Great environment for walking and enjoying a drink in the parlour pub in the village. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Louise 27th January 2023

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This is a really lovely little shepherd's hut. We were very cosy (and it was very cold out). Everything is cleverly laid out to make the most of the space and the crockery, bedding etc are good quality. This is a very peaceful and historic part of the country and there are great pubs. So it was the perfect long weekend!

Reviewed by Holly 24th January 2023

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Absolutely beautiful.

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