The Pound | Trellech | Pembrokeshire And The South

Customer rating

4.7★

3 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

82 Customer Review(s)

Gill
May 2026

“We loved our week at this gorgeous cottage while renovations were carried out at our home.”

It has everything you need for a "home from home" relaxing holiday and is very clean, warm, cosy and comfortable. Everything has been provided for and the welcome pack of eggs, coffee, tea, welsh cakes and milk were greatly appreciated. Unlike other reviews, we saw no spiders and the traffic noise wasn't intrusive and only noticeable at peak times. We slept like logs in the comfy bed and enjoyed the constant, piping hot water for baths and showers (and the radox bubbles) It was great to meet ...

It has everything you need for a "home from home" relaxing holiday and is very clean, warm, cosy and comfortable. Everything has been provided for and the welcome pack of eggs, coffee, tea, welsh cakes and milk were greatly appreciated. Unlike other reviews, we saw no spiders and the traffic noise wasn't intrusive and only noticeable at peak times. We slept like logs in the comfy bed and enjoyed the constant, piping hot water for baths and showers (and the radox bubbles) It was great to meet the owner who was friendly and helpful but not obtrusive in any way. Thankyou very much for having us and our little dog Buddy who loved his "Pound adventure" too.

- Gill, May 2026

Thank you for your lovely review. I enjoyed having you both and Buddy here, perfect guests! Property Owner
Lynne April 2026

“My only concern is that the garden is not secure for dog's, as the Driveway gate's are always left open to the main road.”

- Lynne, April 2026
Philip March 2026

“A spacious,well equipped property in a nice little village with a good put just a few hundred yards away.”

The friendly owner lives in the house next door and so is on hand to answer any queries.

- Philip, March 2026
Sue September 2025

“Good location for walks and getting about.”

Well equipped. Lovely village

- Sue, September 2025
Paul September 2025

“Very lovely accommodation which was clean and well supplied with all necessary essentials.”

Warm and sincere greeting by owners on arrival and genuinely pet friendly. Some traffic noise but not obtrusive and the cottage was conveniently situated for Monmouth, Tintern and the Wye Valley. We had a lovely stay.

- Paul, September 2025
Carl-heinz June 2025

“Ein sehr schönes Haus mit zwei Badezimmern, zwei Schalfzimmern und moderner Ausstattung.”

Das Vermieter-Ehepaar ist jederzeit ansprechbar und äußerst freundlich und hilfsbereit. Zu empfehlen ist auch das Pub "Lions Inn" (Gebäude von 1680) in unmittelbarer Nähe. Vielen dank für alles.

- Carl-heinz, June 2025

Thank you for your nice comments. It was a pleasure having you here and I enjoyed your enthusiastic response to everything you did. Vielen dank! Property Owner
Hilary June 2025

“A lovely welcome from the owner, well appointed accommodation with everything you could need.”

Very enjoyable stay in great surroundings.

- Hilary, June 2025
Joan May 2025

“Charming small cottage in the garden of the owners home.”

Jean was very welcoming and available for any queries without being intrusive. Lovely welcome gifts of Welsh cakes, milk and eggs. The noise from passing traffic isn’t a problem overnight and the bed is extremely comfortable. Field across the road handy for walking the dog and a doggy litter bin near it for disposing of waste. Also allowed to take the dog in the garden which is handy for morning and evening needs. I didn’t require the outside table and chairs but the area isn’t particularly attractive. No sign of any spiders during my stay as previously mentioned. Property was immaculate. Pleasant village pub and Monmouth not too far for shopping.

- Joan, May 2025
Maximilian April 2025

“Perfect base to explore the area from.”

Very comfortable cottage with everything we needed. Owners very helpful and pleasant, would stay again if in that area.

- Maximilian, April 2025
Lorraine April 2025

“Jean and Keith made us feel very welcome and were a lovely couple, very helpful with local knowledge and pleasant to chat with.”

- Lorraine, April 2025
Robert January 2025

“'The Pound' was an ideal base for our week's break exploring the Wye valley.”

Jean (the owner) was an excellent host, communication was easy and helpful before / throughout our stay. Country walks from the doorstep, sited on the edge of an interesting village, and with good road links etc. Warm and cosy despite the bitter January weather, this historic stone cottage really worked for the two of us.

- Robert, January 2025

Thank you for your postive feedback; am pleased that you appreciated the hidden gem that is Monmouthshire. Property Owner
Chris October 2024

“Property was excellent, very comfortable and well equipped.”

the property is situated in a beautiful location we would definitely recommend.

- Chris, October 2024
Linda August 2024

“The pound is lovely,the building is very old and is converted in a sympathetic way .”

It is very comfortable and well equipped with everything you need. The setting is lovely with lots to do in the local area .The owners are on site and very welcoming and helpful. Milk.tea,coffee eggs and a lovely treat of a bottle of proseco were provided which made us feel very welcom Thank you

- Linda, August 2024

Thank you for your positive feedback; it was a pleasure to have you, Emma and Trudi. Property Owner
Lyn June 2024

“A cosy, historic cottage in a great location for walking and viewing the many Castles & attractions in the Wye Valley & beyond to the Forest of Dean.”

A very comfortable bed and had the benefit of two bathrooms. Superb food at friendly pub in the village. Could be a bit noisy at times with joy riding bikers speeding past but didn't bother us. Jean was a very obliging host and we hope to return to the area in the future

- Lyn, June 2024
N June 2024

“Great location .”

Like being home from home . Everything you could need . Jean was very charming and helpful . Thank you Nick & Paula........Oh & Arty

- N, June 2024
Denise April 2024

“Lovely village and the cottage is in an ideal position for seeing south wales … the cottage it self was lovely but in need of a deep clean as it was very dusty in places.”

. the hosts are lovely people very friendly and let us use there garden for the dogs .. very good of the road parking.. kitchen could be looked at a bit ..the cooker is ok but needs updating as seal gone on oven and leaked condensation onto floor rather a lot .. in need of oven trays ect .. but having said that we had a lovely holiday much needed r+r ..

- Denise, April 2024
Georgina March 2024

“The Pound was an incredible stay!”

The cottage has everything you can think of to make it feel like home. It is beautiful internally and externally and the garden is gorgeous. The hosts are very welcoming and helpful. Would definitely recommend this property. I could have happily stayed for longer!

- Georgina, March 2024
Alan September 2023

“The property was not of a good standard with its cleanliness, the washing machine was filthy, there were cobwebs all over the ceiling, dust under and behind the bed, the tiles in the kitchen were dirty, the surround around the shower was dirty, we came home early because we didn’t want to be there, i took photos of the property to prove how unclean it was.”

.all it needed was a good clean round with a hoover with a nozzle and a good wipe round the tiles in the kitchen, the surround in the shower needs re tiling and the drain outlet in the shower needs replacing or cleaning.

- Alan, September 2023
Susan September 2023

“Lovely time at the Pound, all positive, owner very helpful.”

Would definitely recommend.

- Susan, September 2023
Tina August 2023

“We had a really stay at The pound, the owner was so incredibly friendly and helpful.”

The cottage was lovely and very comfortable.

- Tina, August 2023
Kevin June 2023

“We loved it there we were all chilled out by staying there had a great weekend ...”

We loved it there we were all chilled out by staying there had a great weekend the host was very friendly nice pub up the road with great food we loved the whole experience definitely would go there again

- Kevin, June 2023
Michael June 2023

“We spent two weeks in this lovely cottage.”

Jean the owner was very friendly and helpful and the Welsh cakes, eggs and cold beer in the fridge were very welcome. The Lion Inn is about 200 yards away and we had several excellent meals there chatting with the locals. The road noise could be a problem for some, but didn't bother us.

- Michael, June 2023
Deborah May 2023

“We enjoyed our stay at this cottage the description is accurate, the traffic noise wasn't too bad as it's not a major road.”

We just found the lack of outdoor space restricting especially with the dog Jean did say we could use her garden but we didn't like to. The spiders and cobwebs were everywhere which I suppose you can expect with an old property but maybe providing a hoover might be a better option than just a brush especially when you have dogs staying.

- Deborah, May 2023

Please note that the outside space referred to in this feedback is as described by Sykes, comprising an outdoor seating area with table, as can be seen in the photos. I always welcome dog owners to walk their dogs on leads in my garden which is adjacent, if they would like and there is plenty of scope locally for woodland and forest walks. Spiders can move into the property during the week of a stay and I am on hand to put them outside if required! Property Owner
Adrian May 2023

“Lovely Cottage, comfortable, stylish and very well equipped.”

Trelleck is a nice village and the Lion is a fantastic pub. The adjacent B road can be noisy very early in the morning (tractors etc), and busy with commuters morning and evening, but the rest of the time is not intrusive. Do not plan any walks that require you to walk along the B road as some people drive too fast and it is not safe. The Beacon Hill and Ninewells areas to the east have great walking, and can be reached either by walking along the quiet roads to the east of Trelleck or from the carparks that are just over 1km away.

- Adrian, May 2023
Hilary March 2023

“We have been visiting the area for some 15 years now but this is our first stay on the Welsh side of the Wye Valley.”

So glad we made the change! The Pound is a lovely place to stay. Many thanks to Jean who made us very welcome. Once we’ve checked our calendars I’m sure that we will be booking another visit for 2024

- Hilary, March 2023
Gordon March 2023

“A very comfortable cottage, equipped with everything we needed”

- Gordon, March 2023
Linda November 2022

“The Pound was very good.”

Cottage as described, comfortable and cosy for a couple and a big dog. Appreciated the goodies left by the friendly owners. Lots of walks locally and further afield with interesting history to explore close by. Do hope to return before too long. Thank you for a good holiday.

- Linda, November 2022
Gill November 2022

“Absolutely perfect, clean, comfortable and welcoming Owners absolutely ...”

Absolutely perfect, clean, comfortable and welcoming Owners absolutely lovely Inn within walking distance with friendly staff and lovely food Also beautiful walks The best place we’ve stayed on our many visits to beautiful Wales and we’ll definitely be returning Gill

- Gill, November 2022
Helen October 2022

“Great place to stay, comfortable and well-equipped.”

Hosts were lovely, welcoming and friendly. Cottage is in a great area, accessible to loads of walking, close to Tintern, Monmouth and Chepstow. We really enjoyed our stay, thank you so much.

- Helen, October 2022
Sandra October 2022

“The Pound was lovely we really enjoyed our stay.”

Jean was very welcoming and the milk eggs and welsh cakes were greatly appreciated. We would definitely recommend

- Sandra, October 2022
Lesley October 2022

“Lovely cottage in a good location, it is a bit out of the way but it suited us.”

the pub is a 5 minute walk and was very cosy. the cottage is beside a road but it wasn't noisy. the hosts were very accommodating, left milk, welsh cakes & eggs for us which was appreciated. had issue with wifi but it was sorted straightaway. we would definitely stay there again.

- Lesley, October 2022
Karen October 2022

“Lovely cottage with lots of character.”

Tasteful decor throughout. Owner is very friendly. Great countryside for walking with a lovely village pub 5 minute walk away for some superb lunches/evening meals. Definitely a great place to stay.

- Karen, October 2022
Susan September 2022

“We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay, lovely and quite.”

geese, horses, pesky heron and a short walk to the very welcoming Lion pub enhanced our stay. Thank you, for the much appreciated little extra touches that mean so much and enhance a holiday. The utility area doubled perfectly for little Betsy to sleep in each night. We had a memorable and very comfortable stay and would/will recommend to others wanting to stay in the area. Conclusion: Excellent :)

- Susan, September 2022
Pearl August 2022

“Very. Pleasant weekend in Trellech, the cottage provided everything we needed, lovely walks near by, The owner was very helpfully and obliging, would recommend this cottage, to friends and would return here again.”

- Pearl, August 2022
Karen August 2022

“Really enjoyed our stay.”

The cottage was cosy and comfortable. The owner was very friendly and helpful. The slight downside was noise from traffic during the day but it was quiet at night and did not spoil our stay.

- Karen, August 2022
Robert July 2022

“We had a lovely stay in The Pound.”

The cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed. We had no mobile signal in the village, which we liked, but the cottage has fantastic WiFi which allowed us to book our activities. There is lots to do in the local area with some great walks nearby. The local pub, The Lion, was lovely. We had a lovely meal there one evening which was very reasonably priced and we regularly called in for a drink in the evening. The staff and locals were very welcoming to both ourselves and our 5 year old son. We would definitely stay at The Pound again if we decide to holiday in that area in the future.

- Robert, July 2022
Sharon July 2022

“Lovely cosy cottage, made to feel very welcome by Jean & Fifi (Owner & cat), and the little extras left were much appreciated.”

My friend and I both brought our cats, they enjoyed as well. :) The roads around the cottage are very noisy, even though you would think they would be quiet as they are just through the village, but people tend to go very fast along them. Not a problem for me as I always take earplugs, but would be an issue for someone wanting total peace and quiet, and no road noise. Also not the cottage to pick if you have arachnophobia, lots of spiders and cobwebs - kept my friends' cat quiet anyway as he likes to catch spiders. :) The single room is probably best suited to a pre-teen as it is very small, having said that the bed was very comfortable and the Velux window is great for blocking out light when you are trying to sleep, and I am quite short so lack of head height was not an issue. This cottage is in a great location for accessing different places of interest. The local (The Lion) do a fabulous Sunday lunch, and the rest of the menu is probably just as delicious.

- Sharon, July 2022
Karen June 2022

“Really lovely cottage with good facilities, area is great for walking with a super pub within walking distance, a really nice stay.”

- Karen, June 2022
Vincent May 2022

“Excellent little cottage and very good hosts plus very good location”

- Vincent, May 2022
Helen May 2022

“Lovely cosy cottage with everything we could want for our week.”

Milk, eggs and Welsh cakes were appreciated. Great having two bathrooms. Cottage very tidy and generally clean. Double bed very comfortable. Good location for visiting local places such as Monmouth and Abergavenny with its Sugar Loaf mountain. Brilliant views from the top so well worth the effort. Unfortunately no longer a shop in Trellech but that didn’t worry us too much as we didn’t do much cooking. Can definitely recommend the Lion Inn for delicious food and lovely atmosphere. We were blessed with mostly dry sunny weather with only one mornings rain.

- Helen, May 2022
Richard November 2021

“Great cottage .”

Clean and tidy .Great location . Had a fabulous stay thank you.

- Richard, November 2021
Karl October 2021

“Great little base.”

Photos don’t do it justice. Friendly host too.

- Karl, October 2021
Polly September 2021

“Great location for walking trails - decent pub - pleasant hosts.”

- Polly, September 2021
Wendy August 2021

“Very comfortable, well equipped holiday cottage.”

The owner was very helpful too. Good location and village pub 5 mins walk away which serves excellent food. We very much enjoyed our stay.

- Wendy, August 2021
Marcella August 2021

“We were greeted with a very warm welcome.”

The cottage was beautiful. Full of character and nothing left wanting. Would thoroughly recommend.

- Marcella, August 2021
Joanne July 2021

“Lovely cottage with everything needed for our stay and friendly owners.”

- Joanne, July 2021
Erika June 2021

“We had a lovely holiday .”

The pound was so comfortable and cosy. We had everything we needed and more. Jean made us so welcome and left us milk, eggs. welsh cakes and new potatoes. Lovely pub in the village just 5 mins walk serving excellent food. Lots of interesting walks and things to see in the village. Monmouth is just 5 miles and is a great place to go shopping. A lovely place not far from lots of interesting towns and places for sight seeing and walking. Erika and Brian Lucken

- Erika, June 2021
Meg April 2021

“Cosy cottage and great if you want a couple of days walking in the Wye Valley area and do not mind being "off the grid".”

There is no EE mobile signal or 3G/4G inside the property and the WIFI is very weak. Jean, the owner who lives in the adjacent house, was very helpful and resolved the issue that we had with the central heating quickly. The Welsh cakes were a nice touch too!

- Meg, April 2021
Pat October 2020

“This is an amazing little property, so much bigger than outside would suggest.”

It is warm and comfortable with everything you need for a relaxing stay. Jean is next door and is like a helpful neighbour if you need her, otherwise she lets you get on with your holiday without interference. The phone signal can be an issue depending on provider but was fine with one of our phones and Jean helps with advice and the use of her landline for incoming calls if required.

- Pat, October 2020
Abigail August 2020

“Great little cottage ideally placed for exploring the Wye Valley.”

Local pub The Lion does decent grub and always a warm welcome. A lovely stay for the money.

- Abigail, August 2020
Catherine August 2020

“We really felt like valued guests and Jean did everything she could for us to be comfortable and well-entertained.”

Her advice and recommendations about the local area were invaluable. The cottage was immaculately clean and equipped well beyond our needs, we prepared all but one of our meals there. The downstairs layout worked well and the lounge is more spacious than it appears in the photos. Upstairs there was a beautifully spacious main bedroom and bathroom. The second bedroom was as expected and is comfortable but quite tiny. Wonderful mattresses and pillows. The stairs, usefully for us, had bannisters on both sides. I struggled with the internet connection, but our host came over and helped us out. We will definitely be recommending The Pound to friends.

- Catherine, August 2020
Karen July 2020

“We enjoyed our week at the Pound, Jean is an excellent host and made us feel very welcome as did all the people we met.”

The extra touches were a lovely bonus with milk and eggs, tea and coffee and even some bubble bath. The cottage is excellent for relaxing or for getting out and enjoying the local area. The cottage location is perfect for exploring with walks from the front door and easy access to Tintern with its Abby and surrounding walks, Monmouth is with its shops and history is another must-do. I can honestly say after a busy few months a week at the Pound has left us feeling rejuvenated and relaxed. We are already planning our next visit.

- Karen, July 2020
Rhian July 2020

“We thoroughly enjoyed our short break to the Pound in Trelleck.”

The hosts were extremely kind, they left fresh eggs, milk, tea, coffee, and welsh cakes which was a very thoughtful touch and put up with our 2 collies, the dogs also had a lovely time with loads of country walks in the area. We would definitely recommend.

- Rhian, July 2020
Frank October 2019

“Very cosy cottage,excellent facilities.”

Well equipped kitchen,cooked all our meals there.Bed very comfortable. Pub nearby which has a restaurant.Unfortunately the local shop has now shut down,with the nearest shop 10 minutes drive away in Llandogo.

- Frank, October 2019
Ian September 2019

“A lovely week in a quiet village.”

A great base to explore Monmouthshire and the surrounds.

- Ian, September 2019
Bev September 2019

“We had a most enjoyable week at The Pound.”

It's a cosy cottage with everything you need and a warm welcome from Jean including some lovely Welsh cakes, eggs, butter and milk which was a lovely touch. There's a great pub in the village within walking distance which serves delicious food. There is an abundance of places to visit and beautiful walks along the river. The scenery is stunning. Thank you Jean for a great holiday.

- Bev, September 2019
Mel August 2019

“Beautiful area”

- Mel, August 2019
Christopher July 2019

“The welcome was good,milk bread eggs and welch cakes had been left for us, nice touch.”

Good jumping off point for so many interesting places, good local pub with very good food all day.

- Christopher, July 2019
Robert May 2019

“It was a bit too quiet in the area for us, however, we enjoyed the break.”

- Robert, May 2019
Angela May 2019

“The Pound is a lovely, cosy cottage, with good amenities and with access to a beautiful garden.”

The village of Trelleck is full of history and archaeology in beautiful countryside with wonderful walks. Jean is an excellent host and one of the kindest people I have ever met.

- Angela, May 2019
Jason April 2019

“Beautiful cottage and Jean the owner couldn’t have been more helpful.”

Trellech itself is also a great base; a lot of history for what is now a small village, a great little pub and perfectly positioned to explore the Wye valley and surrounding areas.

- Jason, April 2019
Angela March 2019

“Jean is a very welcoming and kind person who made me feel at home and was always on hand if I needed anything.”

Trelleck is a lovely village rich in history and archaeology. The Pound itself is a cosy cottage which also has a long history. Trelleck is a gateway to some beautiful towns and there are castles galore. Highly recommended.

- Angela, March 2019
David November 2018

“Very warm and cosy cottage, Jean the owner had left bread,butter,milk,and the best eggs we've had in a long time, altogether a very pleasant place to stay.”

- David, November 2018
Christine November 2018

“We have just returned from a weeks stay at The Pound.”

A delightful cottage very cosy and warm and is much bigger inside than appears in the picture. The cottage is very well equipped and very well situated for Monmouth, Chepstow and surrounding areas such as The Forest Of Dean and Tintern Abbey. Jean is a lovely lady on hand if needed and we were very comfortable in the cottage. The local pub The Lion is at the top of the village a short walk from the cottage, the food is delicious and freshly cooked to order. The little local shop is just around the corner from the pub and sells lovely fresh bacon, sausages and a selection of provisions and newspapers . We liked the village very much very friendly and has a lovely church. We would stay here again

- Christine, November 2018
Jacqueline September 2018

“The Pound must be one of the most well equipped cottages we have ever stayed in and the cleanest.”

Lovely thoughtful welcome pack. We were surprised just how spacious it was inside, a real tardis. Ideally situated between Chepstow and Monmouth. On the edge of the Forest of Dean which had great walking for our two Westies, Archie and Mollie. Great dog friendly pub just up the village with a roaring log fire, good food and chatty locals. Exceeded our expectations and we would definitely go there again.

- Jacqueline, September 2018
Lesley September 2018

“Lovely area, Trellech is a good starting spot for seeing the area from.”

The Pound, fascinating history and plenty big enough. Jean was very welcoming, we look forward to coming back.

- Lesley, September 2018
Greg August 2018

“Jean and John were lovely hosts.”

They were helpful and very accommodating to our needs. The Pound is a fantastic place to stay when visiting the Trellech area. We so enjoyed our visit.

- Greg, August 2018
Dennis July 2018

“Firstly you are met with a warm smile from both John & Jean, you go on to find that they have provided you with a few essentials, bread, butter ,milk, tea and coffee.”

You then start to explore the cottage and find that you have book a clean, comfortable and well maintained property that suits all your needs, so you can immediately start to relax and enjoy your break. A trip to the local pub, and you are made to feel welcomed by all on both sides of the bar! So, what are the down sides, simply there are none! We travelled all around South Wales, and I cannot think of a better lace to do it from. We had a fantastic break, and we hope that you will too staying at The Pound

- Dennis, July 2018
Janis June 2018

“The owners John and Jean are really lovely people and you couldn't ask for nicer host.”

The cottage had everything you need and it was my brother-in-laws 60th while away and John and Jean bought us a drink in the pub to help celebrate his birthday. It is a lovely cottage. Beds were lovely and clean and comfortable and the kitchen had everything you could want. Locals were very friendly and the village has a shop and a beautiful church and only a short drive from tourist attractions. There are also walks from your door if you like to take a stroll in the fields.

- Janis, June 2018
Carol Anne June 2018

“We shared the accommodation with many, many spiders so anyone with a fear of them wouldn't be able to stay there, The owners were very pleasant and helpful and everything we needed was provided.”

- Carol Anne, June 2018
Glenn June 2018

“Our break at The Pound was excellent.”

Thank you to John & Jean for your friendly welcome and the food/drink starter pack provided. The Pound is a lovely cottage with good facilities in a wonderful village, which contains a welcoming pub (The Lion) that serves real ales, good food and welcomes dogs. Trellech is about 4 miles from Monmouth and perfect for exploring the Wye valley and nearby Forest of Dean. We will return.

- Glenn, June 2018
Margaret May 2018

“The pound is a really lovely little cottage and jean and John are a very welcoming couple.”

We enjoyed our short stay and hope to return.

- Margaret, May 2018
Douglas May 2018

“Jean and John who own the cottage were lovely and were on hand if we needed anything.”

I would recommend The Pound and Sykes cottages again.

- Douglas, May 2018
Graham May 2018

“A superbly located holiday home, surrounded by local history.”

The owners live on site and are very helpful and friendly. Being as the home is at a road junction, this is not the quietest home we have stayed in, but then again it's wasn't the noisiest either!. Also worth mentioning that the home is warm, the bedroom gets quite "Toasty". Would I stay here again? yes most certainly!

- Graham, May 2018
Kevin April 2018

“The owners were lovely and made our stay even more enjoyable.”

Welcoming pack of flowers, tea, coffee, bread etc was unexpected but such a nice touch. The only criticism is being on at times a very busy road junction which did detract from the overall experience. Thanks again for a great stay and would highly recommend to anyone. Kevin and louise Eastment, Cricklade, Wiltshire.

- Kevin, April 2018
Trish March 2018

“The cottage was well presented and very well equipped.”

The owners John and Jean had left fresh milk, bread, eggs and welsh cakes for us which was really appreciated. The area is very rural and tranquil. Chepstow, Monmouth and Abergavenny are all about 15 minutes away and Cardiff is around 50 minutes away. A true gem just across the border. However as stated in the details this cottage is directly next to a quite busy road and there is noise, it did not spoil our holiday at all but it is worth mentioning. We will definitely be returning to the Pound for a well earned break very soon.

- Trish, March 2018
Rupert November 2017

“A lovely little cottage in a great location for walking.”

The village has a delightful pub, whoch is very welcoming and offers great food. For "limited" mobile reception, read "none", anywhere in the village.

- Rupert, November 2017
Mark August 2017

“The cottage was lovely - just right for me, my partner & our 11 year old son!”

It was well sited for our trips to the Brecon Beacons & Forest of Dean. The hosts were wonderfully welcoming & we had a great time.

- Mark, August 2017
William July 2017

“The Pound is one of the best cottages we have stayed at and a credit to the most friendly owners, John and Jean, who made us feel at ease from the minute we arrived.”

The very generous welcome pack was a nice touch and John and Jean had a mine of information on the surrounding area that made it an even more enjoyable experience .We would not hesitate to recommend the Pound to anyone wanting to visit this beautiful part of Wales.

- William, July 2017
Gillian October 2016

“The property was absolutely delightful and the owners charming.”

I felt instantly at home and wished I had been able to stay much longer. Cottage cosy and comfortable - had it rained all week I would have been more than happy to stay in. Location excellent. Some beautiful Wye Valley walks, close to Monmouth. The area is stunning in the autumn. I hope to return.

- Gillian, October 2016
Paul September 2016

“The Only fault, if you can call it that, is there is no carpet up the stairs, which is quite steep, even a strip up the middle would give you more confidence when going up or down.”

. Also a bolt on each of the Bathrooms would afford a little more privacy. Overall we had a lovely stay at the Pound and our Hosts John & Jean were most welcoming, Eggs, Milk , Butter,Bread and some lovely Welsh cakes were there to start us off.

- Paul, September 2016
Samantha June 2016

“A beautiful property with the owners living in the house opposite.”

They are lovely people, very friendly and accommodating. I would highly recommend staying here.

- Samantha, June 2016

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Sitting room with dining area
Oil central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi, selection of DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Side patio with outdoor furniture and a BBQ, as well as a small front cottage-style garden with seating, both areas are open and not enclosed
Two well-behaved dogs only welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Small, well stocked Shop within 5 mins drive, Pub 5 min walk
Note: Property is next to a road, so some road noise may be heard
Note: Due to the eaves, there is restricted head height in the bedrooms and care should be taken
Note: Mobile signal is limited however the owner's will provide use of their landline for incoming calls by prior arrangement.

The property

This cosy detached stone-built cottage is situated next to the owners home, in the quiet village of Trellech on the outskirts of Monmouth in the Wye Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

This welcoming cottage is the ideal base for couples or small families wishing to explore this wonderful area all year round.

There is a well-equipped kitchen and the cosy sitting room with dining area is the perfect place to relax in and enjoy your meals at the end of a busy day exploring the various attractions this area has to offer.

Upstairs there are two comfortable bedrooms, the single room may be better suited to a child or young adult.

Outside sit and relax on the patio with a cold drink and plan the next days adventures.

The amenities of the village of Trellech are a short drive/walk away and include a local shop and pub.

The beautiful surrounding area offers many lovely walks and cycle routes, whilst a short drive will take you to the historic towns of Monmouth and Ross-on-Wye, or why not explore the cathedral city of Gloucestershire?

This delightful cottage offers warm and welcoming accommodation for your break in this spectacular area.

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About the location

TRELLECH

Monmouth 6 miles; Chepstow 10.6 miles; Ross-on-Wye 16 miles.

The beautiful village of Trellech is located in the picturesque Wye Valley, close to Ross-on-Wye, Monmouth, Llandogo and Tintern with its famous Abbey ruins. The village derives its name from the three standing stones, known as 'Harold's Stones', and was once one of the largest towns in Wales, hence its wonderful church. The history of the village draws many to visit the three stones as well as the Virtuous Well and the Tump Turret, a 40 foot mound which dates back to Norman times and is known to be the remains of a motte and bailey castle. Outstanding walks are enjoyed by all, whether to explore the history of the area or just take in the magnificent countryside. Pop into the village pub or enjoy a picnic along the way. The surrounding area gives you the option to explore more history at Tintern Abbey and Raglan Castle, visit beautiful Ross-on-Wye or enjoy cycle rides in this most scenic part of Wales. The South Wales coast is only 50 minutes’ away and there are easy road links to Bristol and Cardiff and all of their attractions. A perfectly peaceful location for wonderful holidays.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We loved our week at this gorgeous cottage while renovations were carried out at our home.”

“My only concern is that the garden is not secure for dog's, as the Driveway gate's are always left open to the main road.”

“A spacious,well equipped property in a nice little village with a good put just a few hundred yards away.”

“Good location for walks and getting about.”

“Very lovely accommodation which was clean and well supplied with all necessary essentials.”

“Ein sehr schönes Haus mit zwei Badezimmern, zwei Schalfzimmern und moderner Ausstattung.”

“A lovely welcome from the owner, well appointed accommodation with everything you could need.”

“Charming small cottage in the garden of the owners home.”

“Perfect base to explore the area from.”

“Jean and Keith made us feel very welcome and were a lovely couple, very helpful with local knowledge and pleasant to chat with.”

“'The Pound' was an ideal base for our week's break exploring the Wye valley.”

“Property was excellent, very comfortable and well equipped.”

“The pound is lovely,the building is very old and is converted in a sympathetic way .”

“A cosy, historic cottage in a great location for walking and viewing the many Castles & attractions in the Wye Valley & beyond to the Forest of Dean.”

“Great location .”

“Lovely village and the cottage is in an ideal position for seeing south wales … the cottage it self was lovely but in need of a deep clean as it was very dusty in places.”

“The Pound was an incredible stay!”

“Lovely time at the Pound, all positive, owner very helpful.”

“We had a really stay at The pound, the owner was so incredibly friendly and helpful.”

“We loved it there we were all chilled out by staying there had a great weekend ...”

“We spent two weeks in this lovely cottage.”

“We enjoyed our stay at this cottage the description is accurate, the traffic noise wasn't too bad as it's not a major road.”

“Lovely Cottage, comfortable, stylish and very well equipped.”

“We have been visiting the area for some 15 years now but this is our first stay on the Welsh side of the Wye Valley.”

“A very comfortable cottage, equipped with everything we needed”

“The Pound was very good.”

“Absolutely perfect, clean, comfortable and welcoming Owners absolutely ...”

“Great place to stay, comfortable and well-equipped.”

“The Pound was lovely we really enjoyed our stay.”

“Lovely cottage in a good location, it is a bit out of the way but it suited us.”

“Lovely cottage with lots of character.”

“We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay, lovely and quite.”

“Very. Pleasant weekend in Trellech, the cottage provided everything we needed, lovely walks near by, The owner was very helpfully and obliging, would recommend this cottage, to friends and would return here again.”

“Really enjoyed our stay.”

“We had a lovely stay in The Pound.”

“Lovely cosy cottage, made to feel very welcome by Jean & Fifi (Owner & cat), and the little extras left were much appreciated.”

“Really lovely cottage with good facilities, area is great for walking with a super pub within walking distance, a really nice stay.”

“Excellent little cottage and very good hosts plus very good location”

“Lovely cosy cottage with everything we could want for our week.”

“Great cottage .”

“Great little base.”

“Great location for walking trails - decent pub - pleasant hosts.”

“Very comfortable, well equipped holiday cottage.”

“We were greeted with a very warm welcome.”

“Lovely cottage with everything needed for our stay and friendly owners.”

“We had a lovely holiday .”

“Cosy cottage and great if you want a couple of days walking in the Wye Valley area and do not mind being "off the grid".”

“This is an amazing little property, so much bigger than outside would suggest.”

“Great little cottage ideally placed for exploring the Wye Valley.”

“We really felt like valued guests and Jean did everything she could for us to be comfortable and well-entertained.”

“We enjoyed our week at the Pound, Jean is an excellent host and made us feel very welcome as did all the people we met.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our short break to the Pound in Trelleck.”

“Very cosy cottage,excellent facilities.”

“A lovely week in a quiet village.”

“We had a most enjoyable week at The Pound.”

“Beautiful area”

“The welcome was good,milk bread eggs and welch cakes had been left for us, nice touch.”

“It was a bit too quiet in the area for us, however, we enjoyed the break.”

“The Pound is a lovely, cosy cottage, with good amenities and with access to a beautiful garden.”

“Beautiful cottage and Jean the owner couldn’t have been more helpful.”

“Jean is a very welcoming and kind person who made me feel at home and was always on hand if I needed anything.”

“Very warm and cosy cottage, Jean the owner had left bread,butter,milk,and the best eggs we've had in a long time, altogether a very pleasant place to stay.”

“We have just returned from a weeks stay at The Pound.”

“The Pound must be one of the most well equipped cottages we have ever stayed in and the cleanest.”

“Lovely area, Trellech is a good starting spot for seeing the area from.”

“Jean and John were lovely hosts.”

“Firstly you are met with a warm smile from both John & Jean, you go on to find that they have provided you with a few essentials, bread, butter ,milk, tea and coffee.”

“The owners John and Jean are really lovely people and you couldn't ask for nicer host.”

“We shared the accommodation with many, many spiders so anyone with a fear of them wouldn't be able to stay there, The owners were very pleasant and helpful and everything we needed was provided.”

“Our break at The Pound was excellent.”

“The pound is a really lovely little cottage and jean and John are a very welcoming couple.”

“Jean and John who own the cottage were lovely and were on hand if we needed anything.”

“A superbly located holiday home, surrounded by local history.”

“The owners were lovely and made our stay even more enjoyable.”

“The cottage was well presented and very well equipped.”

“A lovely little cottage in a great location for walking.”

“The cottage was lovely - just right for me, my partner & our 11 year old son!”