This charming country-style cottage set in a picturesque rural Welsh village is an excellent choice for two dog parents who want a balance of nature, nearby amenities and history. Enjoy romantic evenings by the wood burner effect electric fire and candlelit dinners in the farmhouse-style kitchen during your couple’s escape. In the daytime, you can explore both the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Wye Valley National Landscape.

Inside the property is a characterful lounge with neutral-toned decor with a pop of red, antique-style furnishings and a wood burner effect electric fire. Relax on the sofa or armchair while your four-legged friends curl up on the patterned rug. Continue into the airy farmhouse-style kitchen/diner with stone flooring, wooden countertops and neutral tones throughout. Upstairs, you’ll find an elegant king-size bedroom which is kept bright from the skylights. Completing the interior is a compact bathroom.

During your stay in the quiet village of Grosmont, you can wander around the ruins of Grosmont Castle and stop for some food at the local pub (both within 0.5 miles). Follow the walking trail from the village to the River Monnow (1 mile) or visit the Kentchurch Court Gardens (2 miles), which sits just over the border of England. Spend an afternoon browsing the independent shops and historical landmarks in the market town of Monmouth (13 miles). Pack a picnic and hike around Garway Hill (4.5 miles). Head west to reach the Black Mountains (20 miles) in the Brecon Beacons National Park. East will take you to the winding rivers and forests of Wye Valley National Landscape (12 miles).

Additional information and rules

- 1 bedroom – 1 double

- 1 bathroom – 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC

- Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine

- TV, DVD player, iPod dock and radio

- Secure parking for up to 2 cars and bike storage available

- Pub and shop within 0.5 miles

- Regret no children although babes in arms are welcome