The Cart Shed
A 2 bedroom barn conversion situated on the Eastern side of the picturesque river Wye
The Location
The word ‘picturesque’ was first introduced into English culture in 1782 by William Gilpin, describing his ‘Observations on the River Wye’ to the new leisure traveller.
That same Wye Valley is now the only Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) that straddles both England and Wales, running from just south of Hereford, to Chepstow, covering 326 square miles.
The Cart Shed holiday let sits almost exactly in the middle of the AONB on a Welsh outcrop on the English (Eastern) side of the Wye, on the western edge of the Royal Forest of Dean.
It lies on the Peregrine Path (Sustrans Route 423), 2 miles from Monmouth and 3 miles from Symonds Yat, on the banks of the River Wye with easy access to canoeing, paddle boarding, wild swimming and fishing.
Lying within the Welsh Marches, an area steeped in history with its many castles, forts and historic monuments, local to the Offa’s Dyke Path, Wye Valley Walk and Wysis Way. Bordering the Royal Forest of Dean, an area also criss-crossed with many footpaths and cycle routes.
The Cart Shed is a stand alone, 2 bedroom, single storey agricultural conversion adjacent to the owners barn conversion.
The Property
The Cart Shed lies at the end of a half mile of private track, surrounded by farmland and with panoramic views of the surrounding woodland. It’s seclusion attracting a variety of wildlife including badgers, deer, owls, song birds, birds of prey and the occasional wild boar.
The entire single level, with no internal steps, not even into the shower, was intended to be ‘wheelchair sympathetic’. With natural stone flooring, it is kept homely and warm with a wood burning stove and underfloor heating throughout.
Living Area
A sliding door from the patio leads into the main lounge area, with it’s two sofas, wood burning stove, TV with surround sound and DVD player. This door also gives a panoramic view of the surrounding farmland and the spectacular Wyastone Leys building, the birth place of the CD.
The dining table extends to accommodate 4 adults. Highchair is available on request as is a travel cot, but please bring your own sheets and quilt.
The kitchen is well equipped for your self catering holiday, with an electric built-in double oven, gas hob, dishwasher and fridge freezer, as well as essentials such as toaster, kettle, microwave, cutlery and crockery. For your safety, there is a fire extinguisher, fire blanket and first aid kit.
Bedrooms
The ample sized main bedroom is furnished with a king size ottoman bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside tables.
The second bedroom has two three foot bunk beds, wardrobe and chest of drawers.
Outside
The parking spaces lead down a paved slope to the private west facing patio, with it’s charcoal barbecue and outdoor furniture, ideal for relaxing.
There is a secure locking point for the safe storage of cycles, prams, canoes or any other leisure items.
Things to do
There are large number of places to visit in and around the Wye Valley and beyond. Whether it is an adventure, an explore or just a getaway, there is always something to do.
The area also features many outstaning eating places. Maybe you’re looking for somewhere to celebrate a special occasion or just a quiet country pub?
Places to eat
Places to visit
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Address
The Cart Shed
Monmouth
NP25 3NL
Contact
07500 315786
info@monmouthholidaycottage.co.uk
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The Cart Shed
Monmouth
NP25 3NL
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Our postcode is: NP25 3NL
Our OS grid reference is: SO 53415 15284
From Monmouth
- Follow Hadnock Road for 1.5 miles, please take care, as this is a single track road with passing places, and also used by cyclists and walkers.
- You will come to a fork in the road, with a millstone directly in front of you in the verge, take the left fork. This is an unmade farm track.
- Follow this for ½ a mile passing Little Hadnock, a pink house on your left, until you pass through a steel gate, and the Cart Shed will be immediately on your left.