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Meadow Barn is an impressive, beautifully, and tastefully
restored, Grade II listed old red sandstone cruck-beamed barn, enjoying
magnificent views over the surrounding countryside towards the Forest of Dean.
It is just 6 miles north of the historic town of Monmouth, 12 miles south of
Hereford, 8 miles west of Ross-on-Wye and, conveniently, a 15 minute drive from
the M50. Meadow Barn, with 6 comfortable en-suite bedrooms for up to 14 people
and a stunning open plan living area, provides the perfect holiday accommodation
for a short break for friends or a family reunion.
In addition The Covey, a delightful 16th century cottage, provides accommodation
for up to 3 people. Weekend cooking courses are also available
Meadow Barn is a magnificent barn of great character with medieval origins and antique furniture. It is grade 2 listed with 15th and 16th Century wings. The 15th Century wing is open to the cruck-beamed ceiling and holds the farmhouse style kitchen; a large dining area, and a galleried sitting room with sofas, wide screen TV, video and DVD. Another sitting area has armchairs, CD, radio and a wood burning stove. Light streams in through the large glazed barn doorways and there is a sunny area to sit and relax where the glass doors open out onto a 1.5 acre garden with mature planting and distant views towards the Forest of Dean.
The kitchen at Meadow Barn is attractively designed and very
well equipped, with all necessary cutlery and crockery. There are granite
worktops, a large island unit, 2 gas stoves, 2 fridges, a freezer and
dishwasher. The fully beamed dining area can seat up to 17. And, for that
special occasion, arrangements can be made for celebration meals to be delivered
to the door.
Pre-order your shopping from Waitrose in Monmouth for the day of your arrival,
and we will put chilled and frozen food in the fridges and freezer for you.
Please remember to give the name of “Meadow Barn” when making your order.
Meadow Barn has 6 en-suite bedrooms with sleeping
accommodation for up to 14, with the additional provision of 2 travel cots and
two high chairs by arrangements - Please bring your own bedding for cots and
baby towels. The comfortable en-suite bedrooms have divan beds and TVs; the
three on the ground floor have en-suite shower rooms, two of which are twin
rooms and one, which is double, has wheelchair access and a shower room with a
shower seat.
Upstairs each room is also en-suite and consists of: a three single bedded room
with bathroom; one double, also with a single bed and shower; and another has a
double bed and bathroom.
Each bedroom is unique; with thick oak beams and beautiful views from the
windows. There is full oil fired central heating. Towels, duvets and bed linen
are included. Everything is done to make guests as comfortable as possible
There is a very large area of grass for croquet, outdoor
skittles, and rounders. There is a sun terrace, picnic tables, and a large
barbeque. Pleasant sheltered corners in the gardens give opportunities to sit
and enjoy the views, the roses, and the bird life. Buzzards and Owls are a very
common sight. No roads pass the door and the barn is surrounded by fields and
apples trees.
The surrounding area is extremely beautiful with the Wye
Valley, the Black Mountains, Brecon Beacons and Malvern Hills all being easily
accessible.
Amongst the many pursuits in the area, there is bicycle hire in the Forest of
Dean; pony trekking and gliding in the Black Mountains; climbing, abseiling,
caving, and water sports, including canoeing, on the River Wye. There are 20
golf courses and, at least, 8 castles to explore with a 20 mile radius. There is
an outdoor pursuits centre which will arrange tailor made activities at your
prior request, including collection from the door. Also, 4 miles away from
Meadow Barn, there is another outdoor activities centre.
Or if your interests are less active, there are local wines to taste, good local
food producers, award winning restaurants and food festivals to visit. There are
bookshops and literary and music festivals to visit, Cathedrals and Abbeys to
view, attractive local gardens in which to wander, and long or short walks from
the doors of Meadow Barn.
The dining area of Meadow Barn is perfect for
entertaining, and food for celebration meals can be delivered to the door -
please enquire for details.
Please note that Meadow Barn and The Covey, a pretty cottage which is a few
yards away, can be booked together for a group of 14-17 people.
Disabled Facilities:
Disabled access to barn and a downstairs bedroom.
Heating Oil is included.
The first basket of logs for the wood burning stove is also included, and more
logs are available to buy locally.
Pets Up to 2
well-behaved pets allowed @ £20 per pet. Please ensure that pets are not left
unattended.
Smoking: No smoking in
the building.
Nearest Shops/Supermarkets:
Waitrose in Monmouth, 6 miles. Petrol, groceries at Broad Oak, a quarter of a
mile. Post Office and papers, St. Weonards 3 miles.
Nearest Pubs/Bar/Restaurant:
Nearest Bus Route: 1.5 miles
for Monmouth (15 minutes) or Hereford (25 minutes)
Nearest Railway Station:
25 minutes in Hereford
Nearest Airport: Bristol
1.5 hours, Birmingham 2 hours
The Covey is a charming 16th century cottage, enjoying
beautiful views from its own pretty rose garden. Set in tranquil meadows on the
200 acre dairy farm, it is next to the farmhouse, which also neighbours Meadow
Barn. Carefully restored, with original oak beams, antique furniture, and a cosy
inglenook fireplace. The cottage sleeps 2 + 1 (+1 cot). The attractive cruck
beamed bedroom has a large 5ft wide double bed, plus one single bed & en-suite
bathroom with shower over the bath, and toilet. Ground floor beamed
lounge/dining room with open plan kitchen. Winding stairs to first floor.
A truly delightful, and romantic, holiday cottage - conveniently accessible to
Hereford and Monmouth. Shop 300 yards, pub/inn 2 miles.
Tel 01981 580248
www.meadow-barn.com
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