High Cloud Farm and Barn, Monmouth, Wales

Stylish and spacious, the farmhouse and barn have panoramic rural views showing the ruins of Raglan castle in mid distance stretching to the Sugarloaf mountain where the sun sets - fantastic to see from the terrace and swimming pool. Beautifully quiet yet only minutes drive from award winning pubs and restaurants. Not suitable for stags or raucous celebrations.

The accommodation is both spacious and comfortable, fully equipped and newly furnished to a high standard. There are sun terraces, a verandah, croquet lawn and grassy area for ball games. Large outdoor heated swimming pool (May 1st - Sept 30th). All year hot tub. Games room. Ample parking. Disabled access.

The farm itself has enchanting walks, to find the picturesque grotto in its own woodlands, and the stream walk which has many little waterfalls and wild flowers. There is a well-tended grassy jogging or walking track round the fields.

Peaceful, noise and traffic free, just sheep and cattle in nearby fields. Lots of birds, including 2 pairs of buzzards. Badger dens by stream. Wonderful sunsets.

On the border between England and Wales, this area has many ruined castles and churches, the closest being Raglan Castle and Tintern Abbey.

The area offers boat cruises, walks and adventure activities in Wye Valley Gorge, or walks on Offa’s Dyke, Sugarloaf and other mountains. For towns, we’re within an hour of Bristol, Cardiff, Chepstow, Cheltenham and Hereford. Is there much to do? Take a look at Wyedean tourism.

Nearest pubs and village shops: 10 minutes by car. The Raglan Londis shop bakes fresh bread and pies.

Easy access to M4, M5 and M50. The drive from west London takes 2½ hours, Birmingham 1.5.