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Welcome to The Studio at the Old Rectory, spacious period accommodation in the heart of the Monmouthshire countryside with fantastic access to the Wye Valley and Vale of Usk.
This delightful old village hall (1874) was tastefully converted with every effort to preserve the character of the building by retaining the beams in the cathedral-style roof and its light and airy space.
The outstanding 4-star living accommodation is open-plan with a luxury fitted kitchen area equipped with a gas cooker, extractor canopy, fridge, microwave oven, good quality pans, cooking equipment and china, cutlery and glass. The dining table seats 4 people comfortably.
The Studio benefits from a wooden floor and large-scale custom made and double-glazed timber framed windows and is decorated in muted Farrow & Ball greens and creams. Furnishing is in a modern country style.
The Studio is equipped with a flat screen Freeview television / DVD player (with iPod / MP3 connectivity) and a CD player / radio. There is a gas 'coal flame' stove to supplement the central heating and make for cosy nights in during winter.
The sleeping area with a king-sized bed is contained in a mezzanine gallery reached by a conventional staircase. The fully tiled bathroom, enclosed below the sleeping area, consists of an extra large shower cubicle, bidet, basin, lavatory and wardrobe.
A tiled internal entrance porch makes a good place to shed muddy boots and to hang coats. There is also a small patio area with a beautiful view of the church and the centre of the village. There is ample space to store bikes, either in the entrance porch (or we can provide additional space should it be required).
All bed linen, towels, gas, electricity and use of Studio washing machine are included. A cot and high chair are available upon request, with the option of a folding bed for a third occupant (by prior arrangement). Wireless internet can also be made available should it be required.
The Studio is annexed to our family home but with its own private entrance. As a family with young children we also recognise the needs of parents (and the value of some time alone for parents) so we would be happy to discuss any requirements you may have and can offer a baby-listening service should you fancy a quiet evening at one of the village pubs.
There is ample parking on the road outside the Studio and an off-road parking space for 1 medium sized car available to our guests.
We can accommodate 1 small dog (by prior arrangement only) but unfortunately no other pets. The Studio is strictly no smoking.
The pretty stone-built village of Shirenewton is a excellent centre for exploring the Wye and Usk valleys, the Brecon Beacons and the Forest of Dean.
Although we are only 5 miles from the Severn Bridge (with fantastic access to Bristol and Cardiff) you will find that we are well and truly in the country with the advantages of a thriving village with four pubs (including a gastro pub less than 50 metres walk away and another that serves very good home-cooked food).
Keen walkers will find several easy walks mapped from the house and we have equipped The Studio with maps and guides books to the surrounding area. Cyclists will find the area very rewarding, both for road cycling and mountain biking in nearby Wentwood.
Golfers will find the famous St Pierre course 4 miles away and the 2010 Ryder Cup venue Celtic Manor 11 miles away. We can also arrange for tennis players to use the members’ village tennis court. Chepstow Racecourse is less than 4 miles away. If you love castles you will also love Monmouthshire!
Tel 01291 641277
www.shirenewtonstudio.co.uk
Monmouthshire self catering holiday cottages