Self-Catering at Penrose Cottage | Holiday Cottages in Newport

Holiday home
Penrose Cottage is a detached cottage sitting on a hillside in the village of Govilon, just three miles from Abergavenny in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons). The cottage sleeps six people in three bedrooms (one double with an ensuite, one twin with an ensuite and one single with a pull out bed). The cottage also contains a wet room, a fitted kitchen and a sitting room with a dining area. Outside the cottage is off road parking for two cars and an enclosed lawned garden with outdoor furniture. Set in stunning countryside, Penrose Cottage is an ideal location from which to explore this part of Wales. Note, this property does not have a vehicle charging facility and electric vehicles cannot be charged at this property. Note: Netted fish pond next to drive, children to be supervised at all times. Note, this property does not have a vehicle charging facility and electric vehicles cannot be charged at this property.

Accomodation Details
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor single with pull-out stacker bed. Ground floor wet room with grab rails, low level basin and WC (Jack-and-Jill doors between bedroom and wet room and with wheelchair access). Kitchen. Utility room. Sitting room with dining area.

Area
Govilon is a village with a shop and pub/restaurant just 3 miles from Abergavenny. The area offers walks through the Wye Valley, along the Brecon Canal or through the breathtaking Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons). The market town of Abergavenny boasts a castle with its own museum, churches, an indoor market hall, good shops and a multitude of pubs and restaurants.

Region
Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.

Amenities
Oil central heating. Electric oven, halogen hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 4 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair. Off road parking for 2 cars. Large, enclosed lawned garden with patio and furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 1 mile down steep road. Note: Netted fish pond next to drive, children to be supervised at all times. Note, this property does not have a vehicle charging facility and electric vehicles cannot be charged at this property.

Nicola B

September 2022

This property was in a beautiful location with easy access to Abergavenny and many lovely places to visit. It was so peaceful. Keith the owner was so helpful and friendly. Beds were so comfortable. The downstairs bedroom and wet room was great for people with limited mobility. There was everything that you needed in the cottage. Absolutely loved our stay and waking up to the views each morning was lovely. Also a great place for star gazing.

Mr Oleksiuk

October 2020

We had a great short break at Penrose cottage.. The cottage is spacious, well equiped with easy parking. There is a lovely garden with fantastic views and the country setting is very quiet and peaceful but with Abergavenny only a 15 minute drive away.

713lydian

September 2020

Absolutely brilliant stay. Would 100% recommend if you love a good walk and incredible views. Keith and his wife are lovely. Unfortunately we had to leave a couple of days earlier than planned but definitely would come back. Very clean and comfortable!

Just What We Wanted, accommodation was wonderful and hosts very helpful .. thank you

Ms Selby, August 2020

December 2019

Very comfortable 3 bedrooms , all en-suite, well heated cottage with a beautiful view from the conservatory.. The cottage is near / opposite to the owner’s dwelling , could be convenient , blinds and curtains down to keep privacy on this side of the house. Very warm and clean with a good kitchen. Thank you ..

Mr Seethor-blowers, December 2019

November 2019

A lovely cottage in a wonderful position with sensational views of the Brecon Beacons.. The owner Keith could not have been more helpful and friendly. We had a long weekend here in mid-November and it was ideal for a family and friends get together. I would highly recommend staying at Penrose Cottage, particularly, if like us, one of the part is in a wheelchair

davidbX9852NI

August 2019

This is a delightful, comfortable and homely cottage with amazing panoramic views of the Sugar Loaf and other Brecon Beacons. We'll appointed for anyone in a wheelchair, along with others.

Mrs Bryer

April 2019

Mr and Mrs Embrey are a lovely couple- genuinely caring people who made us feel totally at home.. The house is spotless and very comfortable. It is in a very peaceful location, with only the sound of birdsong and lambs baaing, and wonderful views. It is very convenient for walking on Gilwern and Blorenge mountains, and there are sustrans cycle routes all around. The wifi works perfectly, and there is easy access to supermarkets in Abergavenny, so the house combined rural tranquillity with modern conveniences. We`re just looking to when it is available again!

Mrs Vaux

March 2019

Clean and comfortable house with friendly and very helpful owner..

Mr Paddington

January 2019

We stayed for a weekend and really enjoyed our stay.. The cottage is well equipped, comfortable and spacious. There's great views and the owner lives next door, who was very friendly.

Mr Lukacs

December 2018

We had 2 nights ,3 family and we realy joined.. Keith and Diane are great hosts and do everything possible to ensure that their guests have the best holiday possible.Very friendly owners ,great cottage&place. We got late check out offered by owners. We will back 100%..!!!

Mr Chandler

October 2018

Well a great welcome from both owners .... Well a great welcome from both owners Was a great help when needed ie where do we eat tonight and when need a takeaway Will be back next year same time I hope hope dian like her flowers too Thanks andy

Mr Wiseman

September 2018

Very warm welcome on arrival.. The views are outstanding especially when there is fog in the valley below with sunshine on the rest of it. Very good position to explore the Brecon's and good road links to other towns and villages.

Mrs Willdig

Lovely comfortable cottage, fully equipped with everything needed - very much a home from home.. The owner is very friendly and helpful and has a wealth of knowledge about the surrounding area. The views of the Brecon Beacons from the cottage's garden are stunning! We will happily return to this cottage for future holidays.

Mr Spickett

August 2018

This is our third visit to Penrose Cottage - the first in summer time as we normally visit in the Autumn.. The cottage lends itself to all seasons, cosy dark evenings inside and eating outside in the garden with it's beautiful views in the warmer weather. Keith and Diane are great hosts and do everything possible to ensure that their guests have the best holiday possible. We will return.

Mrs Berry

We enjoyed our holiday at penrose cottage, it had everything we needed and the views were amazing, Keith and his wife were lovely and there if we needed anything, i would recommend to any one going to wales to book penrose cottage as its a lovely little house and central to things we wanted to go and visit, i would definitely stay there again and recommend to family and friends..

Mrs Dyke

The cottage was in a perfect setting with the most amazing views.. It was ideal for the six of us, particularly as we all had en suite bathrooms. The owners were lovely, very helpful and nothing was too much trouble for them. Our holiday at Penrose Cottage was just perfect. Thank you.

Mr Senior

May 2018

The cottage was by far the best we have stayed in, perfect in every way.. Finding a cottage and booking with sykes was really easy the web site again is the best I have used to book accommodation.

Ms Selby

March 2018

Just very enjoyable and relaxing.. (and Quiet)

Mrs Bater

October 2017

Great location lovely views ; late checkout was very welcome friendly host

Mrs Astill

September 2017

Excellent weeks stay.. Lovely locations and excellent wheelchair accessible and great wet-room. Lovely welcoming hosts.

Mr Thorniley

August 2017

Cottage was 5 star..

Ali264163

July 2017

Recharging the Batteries Another wonderful week at Penrose Cottage. Weather was 'iffy' but with views like this who cares about clouds. Cottage is very comfortable, as always. Rabbits, squirrels and birds in the garden. Lovely places to visit all around the area. Canal walks just down the road. Always a pleasure to see Keith and Diane who are really helpful. We'll be back later in the year if we possibly can.

Just fabulous cottage.. Looked after by owners Keith and Diane. Stunning views and plenty of wildlife.

May 2016

Just returned from a lovely week at Penrose Cottage. Weather improved as the week went on and we had 5 days of sunshine. Just amazing views enhanced by all of the wildlife around the house. On one evening we counted 15 rabbits in the garden as well as squirrels and birds. Cottage is very comfortable and the hosts Keith and Diane do everything they can to make it an enjoyable stay. Again, the disabled person in our party had everything required on the ground floor. We will be back later in the year.

Mrs Humphrey

The position of the cottage is just amazing. The views across the mountains are breathtaking and the wildlife all around the cottage is fascinating too. The cottage is well laid out and cosy.

Mr Burke

April 2016

Had a very friendly welcome from the owners of the cottage, they were wonderful people who really made our stay comfortable and provided lots of local knowledge. I would highly recommend this place to anyone.

Mrs Hussian

December 2015

Had a warm welcome, and the peace of mind that the owner was nearby. Liked countryside living, the views and walks of the mountains, the sheep and horses to feed in the garden, wet puddles to splash in, and the streams, rivers and waterfalls to see and touch. Such a relaxing comfortable holiday.

Miss Reccnia

November 2015

Absolutely fantastic all round, lovely delightful Cottage, fabulous host, really couldn't have asked for more. Everything was exactly as stated on your web site, in fact, it exceeded all our expectations. Will definitely recommend to my friends and family and will be booking again in the summer. Thank you for an awesome holiday.

October 2015

The views from Penrose Cottage are just stunning, the whole experience of being on the mountainside is brilliant and a great de-stresser. The cottage is lovely with plenty of accommodation for 6 people. The kitchen has everything you could want to make a stress free holiday. The hosts are just lovely people who go above and beyond to make the holiday as relaxed as possible.

There is not many places we go where we feel at home immediately but we do at Penrose Cottage. We have had another perfect week there and the weather has been fabulous. Possibly better than any single week in August. The cottage, as always, was just a dream. The views really are amazing and we were lucky enough to see the lunar eclipse on Wednesday which was brilliant without any light pollution. Can't wait for our next visit to Govilon.

Wallis

September 2015

This is a super property in a good location with wonderful views. The standard of the accommodation is very good and the property owners were very friendly and extremely helpful. I would not hesitate to book again if I was planning to visit the area. Highly recommended!

Mrs Fraser

May 2015

This was our second visit to Penrose Cottage and, once again, we received a very warm welcome from the owners. The views are stupendous, and the cottage so comfortable and well equipped, especially the bathrooms, all en-suite.

Mr Arthur

The owner could not have been more helpful. The disabled facilities had been extremely well thought out. Everything was exactly as described. The cottage was extremely clean and the kitchen was well equipped. The views were stunning and there are very friendly sheep in the next field! All in all a lovely relaxing few days. We would definitely use this cottage again.

April 2015

The views across the Brecon Beacons is just stunning and the peace and quiet is amazing. The hosts are unobtrusive but very helpful and kind people. To be in such tranquil surroundings in the sunshine was a great de-stresser.

Mr Spiess

Excellent Cottage, wonderful location and slept 6 well due to the fact it has 3 bathrooms. Highly recommended.

Mr Bates

It was brilliant. A great cottage with stunning views.

We have just returned from our second visit to Penrose Cottage. We found it just as relaxing as our previous visit and would recommend it highly to anyone travelling with a disabled person. The cottage, as always, is a joy with panoramic views out over the Brecon Beacons. The mountainside location means you are well away from traffic noise and even light pollution. The weather was very kind to us for April which made the whole experience just lovely. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms one of which is located on the ground floor with a wet room for a wheelchair user. We take our own floor hoist with us but everything else is suitable for wheelchairs. The kitchen door and rear French doors both have flat access to the garden area. A wooden picnic table means you can eat al fresco if desired. Kitchen is really well stocked with plates, cups, dishes and pans etc. Dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer all available. The hosts, Keith and Diane, are lovely people who are always on hand, if required. If you want a peaceful, comfortable holiday to de-stress Penrose Cottage is the place for you.

Mr Benson

March 2015

One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in. The area was fantastic with great hiking and walking if wanted. In easy reach of good food only 10 mins in a car gave wide choice. The owner was a friendly and helpful man and we would highly recommend his cottage to anyone. Due to the layout of the cottage it would be ideal to anyone with any disability.

Mrs Buckell

Penrose Cottage is the ideal location for the Crickhowell walking festival. Easy access to major routes in and out of Govilon. The views from the cottage are breathtaking. This is my third year at Penrose Cottage and therefore shall be returning next year. Fabulous!

Ms Meigh

October 2014

Lovely view from the house over the valley to the hills beyond, and over the town with twinkling lights at night. Clean, comfortable, well-designed and warm house with friendly locals.

Dr Tawn

Beautiful surroundings, an island of tranquillity when I really needed it.

Mr Whitehouse

September 2014

Penrose Cottage was fantastic, with stunning views. The owner of the property was incredibly helpful and friendly. The locals we met at the Tafarn y Bont in Govilon village made us feel very welcome.

Mr Stickland

A real gem of a find, nothing could be added to improve this property. The owners have put much thought into every detail to insure a good holiday. The area was quiet peaceful, but within minutes you could be on the main roads. Very highly recommend.

Mrs Freer

August 2014

A great Cottage In a lovely location. Loved eating al fresco enjoying the views and the great weather.

July 2014

Peaceful surroundings. Wildlife in garden. Very kind and considerate hosts.

We have just returned from Penrose Cottage in Govilon after one of the must peaceful holidays ever. This cottage is really lovely in a great location, excellent facilities and very kind and considerate hosts. The cottage is on the mountainside just outside Govilon village with the most spectacular views across the Brecon Beacons - the Sugar Loaf mountain right opposite and a panorama that stretches probably 20 miles. There is a locked private garden with wildlife all around - birds, rabbits, squirrels and two very friendly sheep in the field next door. The sheep are the best form of food waste recycling ever. you name it they'll eat it. We called them Pavlov's sheep because as soon as you appeared near the fence they would come bounding down to see what was on offer. Inside the cottage there were full facilities for a restful holiday - washing machine, tumble dryer and dish washer. Very well equipped kitchen. Microwave and halogen hob and electric oven. a downstairs bedroom with en suite wet room was ideal for my disabled son. All of the ground floor was fully accessible with flat access to front doors and patio doors. We took a manual hoist with us and because of the wood flooring it worked really well. It is often difficult to take a disabled person away on holiday and have full confidence that all of the facilities and accommodation will suit but this was everything and more we could have hoped for. The lounge/diner was a good size with TV and DVD. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms (one a twin) both with en suite shower rooms. All of the bedrooms have TVs. The whole place is very cottagey with doors with latches etc. I cannot recommend this cottage enough especially if you are taking a wheelchair user in your party. The hosts, Keith and Diane, are very hospitable. Keith gave us plenty of ideas of places to visit while we were there. They keep the cottage in excellent condition, clean and well maintained. Keith and Diane live just next door and are on hand if anything is required but are very unobtrusive otherwise. Often a thumbs up across the field at the back was all that was needed. You may notice if you know this area of Wales that we had travelled only 24 miles to stay at Penrose Cottage because my son does not travel well. This cottage is a little piece of heaven which should not be missed. Just two other points - previous reviewers mentioned poor TV reception but we found it fine on all of the TVs in the cottage. Another reviewer mentioned a very low bridge on the lane to get to the cottage - we have a disabled vehicle which is 2.1m high and was no problem nor was the transit from Waitrose with a refrigerator unit on the top who delivered groceries for us. However, there is another way around if you would prefer. There is no WiFi at the cottage but our 3G worked on the mobiles.

May 2014

We had a really lovely holiday in Penrose Cottage and the owners could not have been more welcoming and helpful. We particularly liked the location as there were many walks without needing to get in the car. We would certainly like to book this cottage again in the future.

Mr Kasmani

April 2014

Very friendly helpful owners combined with an excellent view of the hills from the garden and perfect weather made this a very enjoyable and memorable holiday.

Damor5

February 2014

Stayed here in November 2013, weather cold but welcome warm. Great cottage and great owner could not have asked for better. Downstairs bedroom (ensuite) fully wheelchair accessible. Would recommend this cottage to anyone, owners very nice and helpful.

Mrs Wolfe

November 2013

The cottage is cosy. The owner made us feel very welcome. My husband is a full-time wheelchair user, and the facilities with wet room worked very well for us. The views are lovely, and we thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend at Penrose Cottage.

Mr Davey

Very nice property in a lovely location. Helpful owners. We will visit again.

Miss Taifoor

August 2013

Fantastic view! Excellent hospitality, very clean cottage, well organised, located in a private area, very quite way from road noise. Very good location to the Brecon Beacons, beautiful walks, lovely view to the mountains. Could not ask for a better family holiday.

Mrs Bowles

A fantastic holiday home, great location, particularly if you have disabled companion. Would happily recommend to anyone. We have been to this cottage twice this year.

Mr Jones

July 2013

The location was wonderful. The views from the garden were exceptional. It was a quiet place to enjoy a relaxed holiday. Also the owners were lovely and very helpful.

Guest

Ideal. Well equipped. Very friendly owner. rented this property twice

Mrs Short

June 2013

It was a beautifully situated cottage with idyllic surroundings. Everything we could possibly need was there. The owners were most hospitable and friendly.

I stayed at the cottage in april with two elderly people, one of whom was in a wheelchair. The facilities were fantastic for disabled visitors. The cottage looked like we were the first occupants, it was in pristine condition - we were really surprised to learn that it had been a rental cottage for around 2 years. The owners were lovely - nothing was too much trouble, although they were not intrusive. The location is absolutely beautiful - on the side of a hill in the Brecon foothills, with fantastic views and a field of very friendly sheep adjacent to the garden. We loved it so much that immediately re-booked when we got home to take my granddaughters there in the Summer holidays.

April 2013

The whole experience was fantastic. The house was beautiful and met all of our needs. The owners were really helpful.

Dmbow

Everything you could want from a holiday 'home'. Fenced and locked grassed garden with incredible views over Abergaveny and the Brecon Beacons. Friendly sheep in adjoining field who enjoy a feed and a pat, numerous visiting birds, if you put out a bit of seed and wild bunnies. Superbly maintained property by an owner who makes you feel comfortable and that nothing is too much trouble. We have my 89 year old disabled mother with us who has a downstairs wet room and bedroom here. She says she could look out at the views all week without going out and we are already planning to return in the summer with my grandchildren. Canal nearby for walks and fishing and a railway track footpath for level walks apart from all lhat the region has to offer. Brilliant Waitrose 10 mins away in car (we booked a home delivery from Tesco to get us going). Be aware access from short route from Abergaveny is under 5' 6" clearance bridge.

Mrs Little

January 2013

Cottage was homely and welcoming. Owner was very helpful, ensured that all our needs were catered for - we stayed over Christmas, cottage tastefully decorated. I have stayed in many holiday properties in the UK, this was by far the best. We celebrated a perfect family Christmas here. Thank you.

Mr Rouse

August 2012

It was a lovely location, very peaceful and great for watching nature. The owners were very welcoming, helpful which made a great start to our holiday. Outstanding accommodation, a real pleasure. The views were amazing from the garden, which is private and tranquil.

Mr Sobocinski

Good location, area, views, house and owner.

Mr Mitchell

The welcome, the stunning views, the location, the accomodation and the hospitality were all outstanding. We couldn't have asked for anything more and definitely recommend Penrose Cottage to anyone wishing to visit Wales.

Mrs Pritchard

July 2012

Exceptional cottage, ensuite and TV in each room. Clean, every need provided for. This cottage has been very carefully designed with the needs of the disabled in mind. The garden is a great size and the views are just priceless. The owner is a welcoming, generous and caring host, who contributed to the comfort and enjoyment of this calm, peaceful cottage.

Mr Tate

January 2012

The location was perfect. It was out of the way but near enough to many amenities. Very spacious with lovely views. We will be back and the owner was very helpful and made us feel very welcome.

Mr Nawaz

September 2011

Penrose Cottage is a lovely place for kids and family. Brand new cottage with lovely views from the garden in a quiet central place. It has good walking tracks around. Owner was very helpful and knows a lot about the local area.

Mrs Gregory

The accommodation was excellent and was a real 'home from home'. The owner was very friendly, helpful and informative. The cottage is in a great location with lovely views across the valley to the mountains. We enjoyed the nearby walks along the canal, railway path and mountain tracks. It is also handy for the Blaenavon Heritage area including the Big Pit museum.

Mrs Havenith

August 2011

The cottage was new, well furnished, roomy and light. The cottage owner was very friendly and helpful. We had a great view from the large garden. The garden is very child-friendly and well fenced from the road and the little pond.

Mr Searle

Penrose Cottage is in a lovely setting and the host's were friendly and helpful.

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