Usk At Ty Gwyn Llangwm, Usk, NP15 1LT

For a walker s retreat that s entirely different, head to the Usk Valley and stay in this bespoke shepherd s hutJust 3 miles from the town of Usk and enjoying never ending greenery all around it, you re well positioned to explore South Wales countryside and coast in long hikes and rewarding bike ridesThere s a secure bike store right here on the property s grounds, along with a fabulous honesty shop selling local waresLaid out for two guests and welcoming one dog, this cosy abode encourages you to enjoy the simple things in life including late nights curled up by the fire and watching the sunrise from your own private patio.

The patio is the first thing that greets you on arrivalBoasting an outdoor kitchen with a charcoal BBQ and seating area, you ll no doubt spend so much time relaxing out here throughout the sunny monthsStepping inside, find a more traditional kitchenette with all you might need to rustle up simple dinnersThe lounge, kitchen, dining and sleeping area are all in one compact space with the contemporary shower room just next door.

When the evening falls, throw a log or two on the fire and cosy up in the double bed with the TV/DVD showing your favourite filmDiscover three vibrant areas when staying in this central location the Brecon Beacons National Park, the Wye Valley AONB and the Monmouthshire coast are all just a drive away (accessible within 15 miles)Unearth the unrivalled beauty of the Forest of Dean with a wander along the Wye Valley Walk, taking the route up to the Eagle s Nest (9 miles) to view uninterrupted landscapes of the River Severn and the surrounding fieldsAlso close by is Newport (17 miles), the coastal Welsh city with plenty of options for shopping and dining out..