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The farm looks out from the ridge between the Wye and Usk in the 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'
in an amphitheatre of wild woodland and pasture, looking north
up the Golden Valley. There are 55acres to
roam, including new and old woodland, and some acres field recently
planted just to attract bird life. In the last 12 months
66 species of birds
have been seen on the Farm.
The house is sheltered by the surround of hills
ant its gardens add to the tranquil setting. The wide vistas
extending to the north and west across the Vale of Usk to the Black Mountains
add to the splendour. It is regularly blessed with spectacular sunsets
dispersing over the mountains and hills to the west.
Coarse Fishing
The well stocked pond is ready to keep you and
your children occupied and entertained in peaceful surroundings.
Rods are available
Further afield
The castles of Wales are the UK's number one
places to visit - That's according to a recent Visit Britain
poll of overseas visitors. And Monmouthshire has more castles
per square mile than anywhere else in Wales. The dramatic
riverside castle at Chepstow was one of the first to be built in
stone following the Norman Conquest. In fact, the Conqueror
could hardly wait to get started; it was begun in 1067 before he
was a year on the throne. As it happens, we're also home to one
of the last true castles - the fifteenth century expression of
wealth and grandeur that's Raglan Castle. We needed such
fortresses; these border lands have been fought over by everyone
from the days of the Romans to Medieval times. Can't say we're
surprised.
The nearby rivers, the Usk and the Wye, have
easy access and lots of attractions. The Wye is also great
for family canoeing adventures, cycling and lovely walks.
Not far are the Black Mountains, and then the
Brecon
Beacons, all part of the National Park with unique,
stunning landscapes.
Tintern, on the River Wye, is close by and is dominated by
the soaring ruins of its medieval abbey. It has attracted
poets and artists for centuries.
The Forest of Dean is also close by on the far
side of the River Wye, with a
fascinating history and plenty of activities and attractions for
all ages.
There's more history at Monmouth (the local
shopping town 6 miles away) - the fortified Monnow Bridge and
Agincourt Square with its statues to two famous sons, Henry V
and Charles Rolls, of Rolls-Royce fame. Perhaps more important
are excellent shops, and a Waitrose and M&S Simply Food.
Like Monmouth, Abergavenny (20 minutes away) is
an attractive historic and market town. Locals and visitors alike have
flocked to its famous Tuesday market for centuries.
Whether travelling by car, bike or foot, the entire area is idyllic
touring country.
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