Welsh Gatehouse situated in Chepstow Monmouthshire
- property # : 1748
- accommodation type : self catering,
- number bedrooms : 1
- sleeps max : 2
- number shower/bathrooms : 1
- Children : Not suitable
- Infirm or limited mobility : Not suitable
- Wheelchair users : Not suitable
- Visitors with pets : No
- Smokers : No smoking
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Property description
A luxury award winning period property, built in the time of Edward I, (we think it was built approx 1270) - the first historical mention is in 1307 when Bogo de Knovil died and his estate reverted to the Crown. So this Grade II* medieval hideaway boasts seven hundred years of history - and with its towers it feels like you are living in a castle.
The perfect couples retreat, a great base for exploring South Wales!
Grade II* means that this building is in the top 4% of important buildings in the UK
AWARD WINNING PROPERTY
On 26 June 2009 William Ayot was presented with an award for building conservation for the works done at Moynes Court at the Gatehouse and Courtyard House. The Award was presented by the Village Alive Trust in association with CADW and the Welsh Civic Trust
Inside
Extensively refurbished in 2008, the Gatehouse offers a charming loft-style living area within its ancient structure, retaining the beams, thick walls, and stone mullion windows. A deep leather sofa, wood burning stove and delightful sleeping space, all add to a uniquely romantic experience. You can even climb up to the top of the tower, to the viewing platform!
Heating is provided by night storage heaters and the wood burning stove.
The property boasts a modern 'wet room' with shower, a fully fitted kitchen with oven and hob, fridge and small freezer. Downstairs there is a washing machine and tumble dryer if you need it.
TV with freeview, DVD player, CD player with ipod docking facility.
Please note, this ancient building's charm includes a steep spiral staircase. Access to the gallery bedroom is via a companionway ladder, and requires you to duck underneath a beam. If you have any challenges around mobility please look at the accessibility statement on our website. Note we advise you to bring a couple of smaller bags rather than one very heavy and large case...as the steep spiral staircase has some 30 steps to get to the main living area, and space on the staircase is restricted.
Outside
The property is self contained, and has its own entrance. There is parking for two cars (one behind the other). The owners live at the other end of the garden in a sixteenth century Monmouthshire gentry house.
Address : Welsh Gatehouse, Moynes Court, Mathern, Chepstow
Zip / Postal code : NP16 6HZ
Area description
LOCAL EVENTS/PLACES OF INTEREST
Every Sunday Chepstow Racecourse Market
Open every Sunday 9 - 3pm, free parking.
Open daily Newhall Farm Shop
at Chepstow Garden Centre brings together local, national, and international foods of the highest quality.
http://www.chepstowgardencentre.co.uk/newhall_farm_shop.htm
Check website for racing calendar Chepstow Racecourse
Chepstow Racecourse hosts a mixture of 29 Jump and Flat race meetings. The variety of weekend, evening, Bank Holiday and midweek meetings mean that you can enjoy exciting racing action at a time that best suits you and with our popular themed meetings, there really is something for everyone.
http://www.chepstow-racecourse.co.uk/
Mathern Mill Fishery
MATHERN MILL FISHERY is within a few hundred yards: open every day 8am - dusk
Costs: Adults £7: Under 16's £4 : OAP's £5
Guests have to bring their own equipment ie rods etc. Contact: 07801 513943, Permit: From Fishery
click here for article Angling: Anglers pulling in the carp at Mathern Mill
Great Barnets Wood, Mounton, Shirenewton A lovely walk - bluebells there sometime between Late april to mid May. http://www.walkingworld.com/results/walksummary.asp?method=thirdpartyid&wlkno=2952
Details of all local walks http://www.walkingworld.com/counties/Monmouthshire.asp
Visit CAERLEON Caerleon was the site of one of Britain's three permanent Roman Legionary Fortresses and many believe it to be the location of King Arthur's Camelot. In 830 AD Nennius listed Cair Lion as one of Britain's 33 cities. Nowadays it's a thriving town where past and present combine to delight both visitors and residents.
http://www.caerleon.net/
Severn Bore A curious phenomenon associated with the lower reaches of the Severn is the tidal phenomenon known as the Severn Bore . The river's estuary , part of the Bristol Channel , has the second largest tidal range in the world which is approximately 15 metres , exceeded only (couple of feet) by the Bay of Fundy in Canada - and at certain combinations of the tides, the rising water is funneled up the estuary into a wave that travels rapidly upstream against the river current.
The bore travels a distance of approximately 25 miles between Awre and Gloucester. Severn Bore enthusiasts even attempt to surf along on the bore wave, which can be 2 m high. Being the onset of the flood tide it is accompanied by a rapid rise in water level which continues for about one and a half hours after the Severn Bore has passed.
http://www.severn-bore.co.uk/2009.htm
U tube video of the Severn Bore http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PtUmLLlm7S0
What's on in Bristol Information about special events in Bristol
http://www.whatsonbristol.co.uk/Default.aspx
What's on in Newport Information about special events in Newport
http://www.newport.gov.uk/_dc/index.cfm?fuseaction=whatson.month
What's on in Cardiff Information about special events in Cardiff
http://www.visitcardiff.com/Whats-on-events-in-Cardiff.html
Chepstow Riverside Walk A walk around Chepstow town and riverbank
http://www.aboutmyarea.co.uk/Gwent/Chepstow/NP16/CHEPSTOW/Chepstow-Riverside-Trail/121305-Chepstow-Riverside-Trail
Chepstow Town Website Information about Chepstow
http://www.visionwebsites.co.uk/Contents/Text/Index.asp?SiteId=137&SiteExtra=14722766&TopNavId=283&NavSideId=2706
Mathern Village Website Information about Mathern
http://www.welshicons.org.uk/html/mathern.php
Wye Valley & Forest of Dean Website Information on things to do
http://www.wyevalleytourism.co.uk/thingstodo
1 - 3rd October 2010 The Ryder Cup 2010 at The Celtic Manor Resort
For the first time, the famous match play tournament will be held in Wales and the event is destined to become one of the most significant occasions in the country’s illustrious sporting history.
http://www.celtic-manor.com/The-Ryder-Cup-2010.aspx
The Crown at Whitebrook - The restaurant on the ground floor is at the heart of the establishment and is one of only two restaurants in the whole of Wales to boast a coveted Michelin Star thus making it a perfect haven for food lovers. http://www.crownatwhitebrook.co.uk/restaurant.html
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Requirements
- BBQ
- Close to Golf Course
- Internet / Wifi
- Laundry Facilities
- Linen Included
- Open Fire
- Parking
- Double Bed : 1
Additional Needs
- Luxury (5*) Accommodation
- Thatched / Character Property
Activities - distance away by car
- Country Walks : less than 5 min(s)
- Cycling : less than 5 min(s)
- Golf : less than 5 min(s)
- Shopping : less than 10 min(s)
Access statement
ACCESS STATEMENT FOR THE GATEHOUSE
This is a grade 2* listed building, with both historic and architectural interest.
PRE ARRIVAL We are able to offer the literature in a large print format if that is helpful
ACCESS is via a private drive
PARKING There is space for 2 cars, if carefully parked one behind the other
APPROACH ON FOOT The approach involves a relatively smooth path (flagstones - so not entirely flat) with a small step as you pass through the external gate.
INSIDE THE BUILDING Ground floor The only thing here is a washing/drying machine. Then there is a steep spiral staircase with 15 stone steps and 14 wooden steps to access First Floor. There is a solid hand rail on one side, and a rope to hold with the other hand if required. Please be careful on the stairs at all times and hold on to both the hand rail and the rope where possible.
FIRST FLOOR: Lounge area, kitchen, and wetroom with a shower, toilet and sink
BEDROOM AREA: Access to the bedroom area requires using a companionway ladder, and then ducking under a beam
SECOND FLOOR: There are 12 wooden steps to access Second Floor Dressing Room and Luggage Area.
TOWER: There are 18 wooden steps to access the exit trap door to the top of the tower. Please note that HIGH HEELS ARE ABSOLUTELY NOT ALLOWED ON THE TOP OF THE TOWER. This is both for safety, and also becuase they will penetrate the lead roof and cause damage and water ingress.
SUITCASES: We strongly recommend that you bring two smaller bags rather than one large suitcase, as the stone spiral staircase is restrcited for space.
MOBILITY DIFFICULTIES: Anyone with significant mobility problems is unlikely to be able to access the first floor, which is the accommodation area. As this is a listed (Grade II*) property, we cannot make provision for those with mobility problems. Sorry.
Rates
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| Low Season Weekly Rate | 21-Jun-2010 | 25-Jun-2010 | £ 475 | £ 0 | £ 0 | 1 Week |
| Low Season One Night | 21-Jun-2010 | 26-Jun-2010 | £ 0 | £ 165 | £ 165 | 1 Night |
| Low Season Two Nights | 21-Jun-2010 | 26-Jun-2010 | £ 0 | £ 125 | £ 125 | 2 Nights |
| Low Season Three or more nights | 21-Jun-2010 | 26-Jun-2010 | £ 0 | £ 100 | £ 100 | Flexible |
| High Season Nightly Rate 2 nights | 26-Jun-2010 | 03-Sep-2010 | £ 0 | £ 160 | £ 160 | 2 Nights |
| High Season 3 or more nights | 26-Jun-2010 | 03-Sep-2010 | £ 0 | £ 140 | £ 140 | 3 Nights |
| High Season Weekly Rate | 26-Jun-2010 | 03-Sep-2010 | £ 600 | £ 0 | £ 0 | 1 Week |
| Low Season Weekly Rate | 03-Sep-2010 | 19-Dec-2010 | £ 475 | £ 0 | £ 0 | Flexible |
| Low Season Two Nights | 03-Sep-2010 | 19-Dec-2010 | £ 0 | £ 125 | £ 125 | 2 Nights |
| Low Season Three or more nights | 03-Sep-2010 | 19-Dec-2010 | £ 0 | £ 100 | £ 100 | 3 Nights |
| Low Season One Night | 03-Sep-2010 | 19-Dec-2010 | £ 0 | £ 165 | £ 165 | 1 Night |
| High Season New Year 2011 | 01-Jan-2011 | 02-Jan-2011 | £ 0 | £ 200 | £ 200 | 1 Night |
| Low Season Three or more nights | 01-Jan-2011 | 31-Jan-2011 | £ 0 | £ 100 | £ 100 | 3 Nights |
| Low Season Two Nights | 01-Jan-2011 | 31-Jan-2011 | £ 0 | £ 125 | £ 125 | 2 Nights |
| Low Season Weekly Rate | 01-Jan-2011 | 31-Jan-2011 | £ 475 | £ 0 | £ 0 | 1 Week |
| Low Season One Night | 02-Jan-2011 | 31-Jan-2011 | £ 0 | £ 165 | £ 165 | 1 Night |
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Owner/Agent info
- Name : Juliet Grayson
- Address
Welsh Gatehouse Courtyard House Moynes Court Mathern Chepstow NP16 6HZ
- Phone (work) : 01291 638806
- Phone (mobile) : -
- Other : 01291 638805
- Spoken languages : English
- Web address : http://www.welshgatehouse.com/