-
2 Guests
-
1 Bedroom
-
1 Bathroom
-
Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Highchair available
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
60 Customer Reviews
-
"To wake up every morning and look out over the rolling hills of Monmouthshire was magnificent."
If your looking for peace and tranquil surroundings then this is the place to go. A short drive to the bigger towns which have everything you need. Highly recommend.
-
"Lovely stay in a clean, comfortable, well equipped converted cow shed with outstanding views across the Wye valley and Brecon Beacons."
-
"Had a wonderful stay at the Comfy Cow, it was everything we could wish for as we were in need of total rest and relaxation."
As previous people mentioned the slippery shower we brought our own shower mat which was just as well as one wasn’t available. Loved every minute of our stay and will definitely return.
-
"This is a great place for peace & quiet."
We did have a few minor problems which will probably have been rectified by now. First tragedy was that the can opener didn't work. I usually take mine with us, but had forgotten. When I tried to use the oven, blue smoke came billowing out of it. The toilet seat didn't fit the pan which meant you could pinch yourself when you sat. The shower had no mat, so was slippery. Agree with the person who said the signage wasn't good. We had to ring the owner because we had missed the hidden entrance to the track. We did really enjoy our very lazy stay though.
-
"Delightful in every way."
Views westwards towards the Black Mountains from the property were to die for. Secluded, the Comfy Cow had all we needed for a deeply relaxing break.
-
"Such a lovely cottage."
Very tidy and well equipped. Stunning views from all windows. Lovely to sit outside by the fire with a bottle of wine watching the world go by. Nice and rural with lots of local walks. Would recommend Tintern and Chepstow.
-
"The Comfy Cow has spectacular views and a very comfortable bed."
It is in a rural setting, which suited us. A welcome pack was provided. However, the property was cold on our arrival (14 degrees) and remained cold during our stay as the central heating did not remain on in spite of it being set to constant. This issue was raised with the owner and with Sykes numerous times during our stay, but the owner never came to the property while we were there to assist us with this problem. The heating issue completely spoilt our enjoyment of a much-anticipated holiday.
-
"We really enjoyed our stay !"
Very peaceful and relaxing! The only thing we would change is the sofa it’s not very comfortable to lounge on so we spent most of the time on the bed. The views are great. We would love to stay again on day. Thank you
-
"It was a super cottage for two persons and well equipped."
We only missed a good coffee machine and an extra lazy chair in the livingroom.
-
"Fabulous Cottage with Fabulous views."
Bigger than expected from the photos, had everything you need for 2 people. So many walks and cycle rides in the surrounding area. Unbelievably quiet area
-
"Great place for a peaceful get-away in stunning scenery."
Very comfortable with access to countryside walks and local towns. We’d suggest a few more ‘Comfy Cow’ signs, particularly from the B4293 as the property is down narrow country roads
-
"Third visit, as enjoyable as ever, and we hope to be back soon!"
-
"The Comfy Cow is a really delightful little find."
We had such a relaxing time. We didn't feel overlooked or watched and came and went as we wanted. All that we needed for our short break was available to us. We will be back, we've re-booked for a week at the end of October this morning...that's how much we enjoyed the accommodation.
-
"I could write an essay on how great this place is but there's only one word required."
PERFECT. thank you for the most amazing weekend.
-
"Unfortunately we couldn't locate the property, we had to stop and ask."
It may have been a good idea to have a small sign on the road, so that it would have been easier to fond the actual small lane
-
"The property was excellent."
It is remote as stated, so country lane to it is narrow and bumpy be prepared to reverse.
-
"Cottage was beautiful and the views gorgeous."
The cottage is equipped with everything you need and more! Thank you! x
-
"This is the second time we have stayed at the Comfy Cow, the property is well designed and is situated in a beautiful and peaceful area."
It’s central to many places of interest and within a few miles of shops, restaurants etc. We will use the Comfy Cow again when we need a break and explore more of Wales.
-
"To thank Mr and Mrs Parry for an excellent holiday in their lovely cottage, and to thank them for the welcome pack and the little extras."
Comfy cow is in a lovely area accessible to a lot of nice towns and villages and two excellent pubs the Star and Carpenters Arms close by serving delicious and tasty food.
-
"Another wonderful stay at the Comfy Cow."
For a relaxing holiday in a stunning location, this is just perfect for us, and on the final evening the icing on the cake - a clear sky to sit outside under the stars.
-
"We absolutely loved this place."
The views are amazing and we sat and watched the sunset everynight. The road was very steep and bendy which made it difficult to access on our motorbikes. We contacted the owner and she kindly arranged for us to store them in barns at the bottom. This place has been very cleaverly designed and the only thing that was missing was a shower mat. We will hopefully return but will come by car next time. I have already recommended this place to friends.
-
"We have stayed in a number of holiday cottages over the years and I have to say, I think this is the nicest we have ever stayed in!"
The view alone makes your jaw drop as you pull into the drive, but the actual cottage is beautifully finished, with lots of nice touches (all cow-themed!). I actually spent a large part of my childhood in Llanfihangel Tor-y-Mynydd and it's wonderful to have such a lovely place to accommodate us when we return to the area. We will be back again for sure!
-
"Stayed here as a (very) last minute booking of 3 nights."
Lovely little place, lovely big bed and luxurious bathroom with a comfortable functioning kitchen and living area, just about all you need for two people. We were very lucky in that he weather was dry, not to mention very hot, so a lot of our time at the Comfy Cow was spent outside . WHAT A VIEW! Our trip was fabulous :)
-
"This is a lovely place to stay ."
Very quiet and clean . Great views made even better by the visiting sheep . Would highly recommend and we will be back thank you .
-
"Wow! Absolutely wonderful."
It has to be the loveliest place we have stayed.......and we have stayed in lots! The conversion is beautifully fitted out and they have thought of everything you need. The view...leaves you speechless. Stunning. One reviewer said it is like 'living in a painting' and I cannot come up with anything better. It is in the perfect spot, and to watch the sun set over the valleys and hills is breathtaking. The welcome pack was just the cherry on top. Thankyou so much. We'll definitely be back.
-
"Absolutely fabulous property."
Magnificent views. Peace and tranquility in abundance. Could not fault anything. Highly recommended to everybody.
-
"We eventually found it by sheer luck as the Sat Nav didn’t recognise the name or postcode."
A sign on the Old Chepstow Road would certainly have helped. Disappointed that there were no “passing places” on the lane leading from the Old Chepstow Road as reversing in either direction was quite taxing (as we found out). The Comfy Cow with its unique breathtaking views was however well worth the visit and we thoroughly enjoyed our week there. We certainly appreciated the comfortable bed . Thank you.
-
"The Comfy Cow is an amazing property with an amazing view."
We had a very pleasant hour watching the stars.
-
"A wonderful place to stay, everything we needed was available and conveniently placed."
Modern and inviting. Add to that the view! Wow!
-
"Lovely place, beautifully furnished, very comfy and stunning views."
-
"Really enjoyed our first visit to Comfy Cow."
We visit this area quite often and this will be our first choice. Loved everything about it.
-
"Excellent our stay was wonderful lovely place marvellous view would recommend five star."
-
"Absolutely loved this place everything was perfect!"
-
"The views are superb and we could have spent all out time on the terrace."
Lovely stay!
-
"I had fractured my ankle so found it difficult to get comfortable for sitting."
The views however were spectacular and we found everywhere fairly close.
-
"Happy to recommend the Comfy Cow."
Superb 1 bed chalet type accommodation extremely clean with everything supplied and of high quality. Fabulous views of open countryside and mountains beyond.
-
"Lovely place to stay comfortable everything you need, fantastic views, have ..."
Lovely place to stay comfortable everything you need, fantastic views, have already recommended to friends who want to book next year, would definitely stay here again
-
"Lovely stay."
Fantastic views. Very cosy. We loved the little extras which the owner left us. Like milk, bread, butter, jam..We didn’t need anything. It was all provided. A bit far from shops and pubs, but that didn’t bother us
-
"Beautiful cottage with spectacular views."
-
"The view from the Comfy Cow is stunning"
-
"Fantastic views it was like living in a painting"
-
"Really nice location, the hedges on the approach could be cut back a bit, perfect for a weeks break."
The views are amazing and difficult to replicate in a picture. Visitors book useful for recommendations.
-
"This was the nicest holiday cottage Iwe have ever stayed in."
I thought it looked good when I was searching but in reality it was even better. Everything you could need was provided. The bed was extremely comfortable. The views from the patio are sensational even when it is raining.
-
"Really fantastic holiday cottage."
Very clean and well designed and equipped. Views to die for and very quiet and remote.
-
"Such a lovely cottage to spend our honeymoon in."
The photos online don’t do it justice. Beautiful views and some well needed peace and quiet
-
"The photos of The Comfy Cow are impressive but don't do justice to the stunning views and facilities"
-
"Did not meet the owner, but didn’t need to."
Everthing was great. The welcome pack was much appreciated. Everything was spotless and felt very safe after having to shield for so long. Very peaceful with fantastic views.
-
"I highly recommend this accommodation to anyone looking for a peaceful location with amazing views in beautiful countryside."
We had a superb holiday. The cottage had every facility you could need and everything is of high quality. We went walking in the Wye and Usk valleys and in the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacon. National Park. We visited Usk, the market town of Abergavenny and the bookshops in Hay. In the evening we sat outside around the fire pit watching the sun set over the distant mountains. Nowhere better!!!
-
"We really loved our stay at the Comfy Cow and couldn’t have asked for more."
Anything and everything we needed was available and we were beyond impressed with the standard, the comfort and the added touches. The bath and shower were both heavenly, and we loved waking up and drinking our coffees outside with the beautiful views. We honestly can’t fault anything with this property. A perfect escape to the countryside for a quiet break full of walking, animal spotting, drinking and eating. (Felt especially safe in regards to Covid as we were very secluded and didn’t even see the owners!) Loved the running cow theme and the story behind the property - diolch yn fawr Comfy Cow for providing just what we needed post lockdown!
-
"My husband and I loved our stay at the comfy cow."
My only criticism would be that it is not very well sign posted. Our sat nav sent us a few miles in the wrong direction, however we phoned the contact number and the owners were friendly and happy to give us directions. We booked this to celebrate our first wedding anniversary and we were not disappointed. Everything about this property was impressive down to the quality of the crockery. No expense has been spared throughout the property and really gave the luxurious feel that we were looking for. The lock down occurred during our stay here but as we were secluded and self sufficient we were not affected, and we were able to see out of break in comfort and peace. Waking up in the morning to the amazing views of the Beacons was a delight and to actually be able to get away and feel like a proper break away from home, was so refreshing and well needed for our sanity lol. I would highly recommend this property to anybody who asked, there was nothing negative about this property and worth every penny. The owners have done a fantastic job with the Comfy Cow and it is the perfect place to get away.
-
"We had such a wonderful time at the Comfy Cow."
We spent a few days 'working from home' (the wifi was better than our own!) for a change of scenery but it was hard not to get distracted by the stunning views of the black mountains and beyond. We enjoyed beautiful walks close by and the highlight was hearing a tawny and a barn owl on a couple of occasions. We'd love to come again.
-
"The Comfy Cow is a delightful little cottage in wonderful, remote surroundings."
The owners have made excellent use of space, and finished the property to a high standard. The views from the sitting area are amazing, and we were fortunate enough to experience some spectacular sunsets. We have stayed in numerous holiday cottages in recent years, and this is certainly one of the best.
-
"The view from the cottage is beautiful, loved watching the cows playing."
The cottage itself is gorgeous, decor is lovely and had everything we needed. Lots of lovely little touches like fresh bread on arrival. We picked a cold wet week, it stayed warm the whole time. I was worried about being cold! And that bath is lovely. All around great place to stay, would love to go back.
-
"The Views, The Bed, The weather until the last day!"
!
-
"Excellent location with stunning views."
Lots of little extras we weren’t expecting. definitely will visit again. Had a great enjoyable stay.
-
"Very well looked after cottage"
-
"Nice and comfy get away for the week."
Would recommend if you want a break from city life.
-
"The Comfy Cow has been beautifully set up and offers a lovely place to stay."
We realised the living area was going to be small, but the bedroom and bathroom were lovely. The living area has been well thought out and has everything that 2 people could need. We did find the sofa rather uncomfortable - it needed a higher back, but that may just be us! The view is great ...it might be nice to have a parasol outside?
-
"My partner and I stayed for a week and we were so sad to have to leave!"
The cottage was cosy and gorgeous! The view was to die for and made getting up each morning an absolute joy. We were very lucky with the weather so got to sunbathe and sit outside but when the weather broke it was also amazing to sit and watch the lightning given the sheer expanse of sky. Kathy was super helpful when we couldn't get the dishwasher working and there were a few lovely treats to greet us when we arrived, which was a lovely touch. Very glad we found this place given we booked only a week before going; absolutely stunning and the cattle grazing out front were a pleasure! Would love to go to again in future and would definitely recommend it as a cosy home away from home.
-
"We had a wonderful relaxing stay."
Everything we could have needed was at the property. Such stunning views, and beautiful walks nearby. Thank you
Summary
- All-ground-floor
- One king-size bedroom with en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric stove-effect fire
- Oil central heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, washer/dryer, Smart TV and WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair available
- Off-road parking
- Enclosed garden with patio, furniture and charcoal barbecue/fire pit
- Lockable shed storage
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 1.5 miles, pub 0.8 miles
- Note: Please bring own travel cot if needed, this property does not provide one
The property
Raglan 5.8 miles.
A fabulous converted bull pen, The Comfy Cow commands outstanding views over the Black Mountains and the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), sitting in a quiet and serene location in Llansoy near Raglan in Monmouthshire.
A romantic retreat for two awaits with an unspoilt landscape to provide the background to your couples adventure.
Completed to a high quality specification and decorated with quirky cow-themed touches throughout, The Comfy Cow is a joy to stay in.
Glass doors open out from the open-plan living space where you can prepare a meal for two in the sleek kitchen, dine at the country style breakfast table or relax on the sofa to watch the wall-mounted Smart TV.
Step out onto the patio in the morning with a cup of coffee and wake up with the world.
The patio is complete with outdoor furniture and a charcoal barbecue/fire pit to keep you warm in the evening.
The bedroom which holds a king-size bed has a rustic exposed beam and exposed brick walls, original features of this farm building, paired perfectly with the vibrant interior furnishings.
Adjoined to the bedroom is the spacious bathroom, complete with a separate bath and walk-in shower, basin, WC and a heated rail to keep your towel toasty, before you slip into the luxury dressing gowns provided by the owner.
There are many fantastic walks and cycle routes straight from the door, with bikes able to be stored in the shed provided for guests.
Five castles are situated within the surrounding area; Chepstow has the oldest stone built castle in the land, and Tintern is home to its majestic Tintern Abbey with its stunning setting on the banks of the River Wye.
The river offers a perfect way to explore by walking or cycling alongside it, meeting the River Severn down at Chepstow.
Monmouthshire is the food capital of Wales and as such you are never far from a wealth of good eateries and farm shops; head to the market towns of Monmouth and Abergavenny to sample some of the local produce or enjoy a drink.
For an idyllic spot for two, The Comfy Cow is the perfect pick for a break in South Wales.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.
About the location
RAGLAN
Usk 5 miles; Monmouth 7 miles; Abergavenny 8.5 miles
A quaint, rural village resting amid the countryside of Monmouthshire and dominated by its idyllic 15th century castle. Raglan's village centre hosts a small selection of local amenities including a fish and chip shop, a pub and a couple of shops. Lovers of walking, cycling and all things outdoors can enjoy the easy access to both the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park) and the Wye Valley AONB resting on the England-Wales border. Raglan sits in the middle of a beautiful triangle connecting the fascinating towns of Usk, Abergavenny and Monmouth, all promising a fun-packed day out in their own individual way.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas