Old Great Marlborough House, Monmouthshire, Wales

A unique, luxurious and lovingly restored self-catered property for up to 22. One of the Black Mountains’ foremost C17 farmhouses, Old Great Marlborough is truly a one-off. Refurbished using largely recycled materials, Old Great Marlborough combines spacious and comfortable accommodation with a host of facilities perfect for group get-togethers, as well as mature gardens and all manner of original and interesting features. In-house catering is available for all types of events and get-togethers.

The house and its 3-acre gardens are set in the middle of a 180 acres of farmland. An indoor swimming pool, along with a games room and tennis court provide plenty of activity for all ages, while our wood-fired hot-tub surrounded by woodland and illuminated by festoon lights is perfect for evening relaxation. Meanwhile, our large garden room (complete with fruiting grape vine), antique dining room and 30 x 30 ft living room with wood-burning stove make the house a luxurious, comfortable setting for large gatherings. Cooking is a joy in our large, country-style kitchen which boasts an Aga and Belfast sink, whilst our well-proportioned bedrooms, fine artwork and antique furniture create the ideal atmosphere for a relaxing holiday.

The sleeping accommodation is spread throughout the main, historic part of the house, a swimming pool annex and separate bunkhouse with its own kitchenette and dining area. Each of our double rooms has a dedicated bathroom.

Children are well catered for with their own play room with plenty of toys, books and a separate television and a play kitchen. The indoor swimming pool doubles up as a play area when not in use, perfect for riding around our collection of 'Diddy Cars' or playing games.

The grounds of OGM host a tennis court with viewing pavilion, a sunken garden, covered barbeque area (complete with lighting and power-points for great summer evening parties!) and many secluded seating areas. The gardens feature stunning views of the Black Mountains, Hay Bluff, the magical Skirrid Mountain, rolling farmland and – on a clear night – even as far as the Milky Way.