Chepstow (6mls NW), Wye Valley
As featured in the Guardian: A treat of a retreat in a breathtaking area of Natural Beauty. Enveloped by rolling Welsh countryside as far as the eye can see, stride across the fields to the country pub, discover ancient churches hidden in the hills, or laze away a day down by the stream splashing and picnicing to your hearts content.
Abergavenny (8mls NE), Brecon Beacons
Perched near the Welsh border and close to the village of Grosmont is this traditional and spacious stone barn - the perfect base for walkers and cyclists and lovers of nature and literature.