Log Cabins to RentWild moorland, breathtaking waterfalls, forests and rolling pastures make the Brecons Beacons National Park an ideal location for outdoor activities. Take a challenging walk up Pen y Fan, enjoy the exhilaration of mountain biking in the Black Mountains or simply browse the bookshops in Hay-on-Wye.
Brecon is located just 5 miles from the property and offers an array of cafes, restaurants, independent shops and a small cinema. Walk along the canal to the famous theatre, art gallery and restaurant spot Theatr Brycheiniog. If you want to explore the canal from a different perspective, then you can take a boat ride or cycle along the many towpaths. The cathedral in Brecon boasts pretty grounds which lead to the Priory Groves an attractive woodland area which borders the River Honddu. Guests staying at this property can take their getaway at their own pace: full and active or slow and relaxing. One of the unique features of this property is the open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area. The traditional beamed ceiling and exposed stonework ensure that this property has kept many of its original features and with a wood burner for the ultimate cosy cottage experience. The kitchen has everything required for a self catering stay, whilst the dining area has plenty of space for a relaxed family meal together. On this floor, you will also find a double bedroom and bathroom. The other room is located at the top of a set of steep ladder style stairs which lead to an open plan loft space with three single beds arranged as a set of twin beds at one end and a single bed at the other end, separated by a curtain for privacy. Outside, you will find a very pretty garden which is enclosed and boasts wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. This lovely outdoor space is the perfect place to enjoy a little al fresco dining; guests can find a set of garden furniture outside with an umbrella to offer shade in the sunshine. This property provides lots of outdoor space and there are wonderful meadows to explore which lead to a stream and pretty woodlands.
There are some wonderful walks to be enjoyed right from the doorstep, including access to the 136 mile Wye Valley Walk. This is a fantastic area for activities including canoeing, cycling, walking and horse riding, with local attractions including Talgarth Mill (5.5 miles), Pwll y Wrach Woods (6.5 miles) and Llangorse Lake (10.5 miles). There are plenty of pubs and restaurants nearby in Glasbury, Llyswen (both 2 miles) and Whitney on Wye (11 miles). The bustling town of Hay on Wye (6 miles) is famous for its annual literary festival and is home to numerous bookshops and great places to eat and drink, as well as a cinema, castle and a thriving arts scene. The historic market town of Brecon (11 miles) is also within easy reach. On entering this beautifully converted property you will find the spacious, light and welcoming lounge/diner. Retaining original features including traditional stonework and exposed beams, this is a lovely space for relaxing in at the end of the day, with comfortable sofas and chairs, TV, DVD and CD, and which offers beautiful views towards the Black Mountains. The large dining area is perfect for sharing a family meal which you can prepare in the stylish kitchen, which has plenty of worktops and storage space, and is equipped with an electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and a washing machine/dryer. The first of the property s five bedrooms is also on the ground floor accessed via one step, it s a charming double bedroom with an en suite shower room. The ground floor also features a separate WC. Going upstairs, you will find four further bedrooms, all decorated in warming pastel shades and with sloping ceilings: there are a double room and three twin rooms, all with en suite shower rooms with a WC. Stepping outside, there s a large picnic and BBQ area where you can sit back and take in the glorious rural views. There s a safe children s play area with swings and plenty of space to run about. Ample parking space is available, as well as a lockable shed for bikes. The property can be booked in conjunction with the neighbouring barn conversion, providing spacious accommodation for 16 guests in total the properties are connected by an interconnecting door.
Situated in a beautiful location, surrounded by rolling countryside. Ideal as a base for walking, with the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains on your doorstep. The lovely little town of Crickhowell, with two butchers, a bakers, Post Office and shops is just five miles. The famous literary town of Hay on Wye is within a short drive with a plethora of independent stores and book shops. Nearby attractions include the Craig y Nos Country Park, The Brecon Mountain Railway, South Wales Borders Museum and The National Show Caves of Wales. For those simply looking to relax and unwind, with a pub just over a mile away, there are very few better spots. On entering this detached property you will enter the spacious kitchen/diner a real heart of the home and great social space, just off the kitchen/diner you will find the handy utility room to your left and to your right a doorway leading to the ground floor shower room. As you step down a couple of steps you will reach the spacious lounge with double aspect windows and warming wood burner. Located next to the lounge is the first of the bedrooms, the twin bedroom. Heading back up the couple of steps will lead you to the staircase to the first floor where you will find the family bathroom and further cosy double bedroom and spacious twin bedroom, both of which have been tastefully decorated. Heading outside you will enjoy your own private patio/garden area with garden furniture with far reaching countryside views.
This delightful cottage is set on the sunny side of Tor y Foel mountain, a beautiful spot within the Brecon Beacons National Park. The Blaen y Glyn waterfalls are just 11 miles away, and the pretty village of Llangynidr (2.5 miles along the lane) has a couple of good pubs. The Monmouth and Brecon Canal passes through the village, raised on its way by five locks. This beautiful area is ideal for boat trips, bike rides, steam train journeys and long country walks the fairy glen walk along the river is truly magical. With Crickhowell just 7 miles away, the cottage is ideally situated for reaching Brecon (12 miles) and attractions including Llangorse Lake (8 miles) and Tretower Castle (5.5 miles). The entrance to the cottage provides a air source heat pump which is ideal for drying wet clothes on the drying rack also useful storage space for boots, bikes. A step down takes you into the cosy open plan lounge/kitchen/diner a lovely space to relax in. At the end of the day you can curl up on the sofa in front of the wood burner, which is set in an impressive stone fireplace, and catch up with a good book or watch a movie on the TV/DVD. There s also a choice of board games and jigsaws but please ask owner. You can share a favourite meal in the dining area by the window. The kitchen area has a small cooker with two ring hob and microwave with grill and convection functions and fridge. The bathroom is also on the ground floor, complete with a shower over the bath and a WC. Going upstairs, the charming, light and spacious bedroom features a double bed, a single bed ideal for a child, a choice of artwork and exposed oak ceiling beams. Stepping outside, you can sit back with a glass of wine in the evening and admire the far reaching views from the pretty patio area. The cottage is set in a delightful secluded mountainside location which shares a courtyard with the owner s organic homestead, so you can enjoy the peace without being totally isolated. You can also take advantage of the home grown organic fruit, herbs and vegetables when in season.
Just 2 miles from the popular town of Crickhowell in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park, this property is perfectly located for exploring the best of rural Wales. Take a trip to the nearby town or plan to visit during their ever popular music festival, Green Man (3.5 miles). Set off from the cottage s doorstep to explore the Black Mountain range (12 miles) and the Sugar Loaf Mountain (0.5 miles) or travel a little further afield to summit the impressive Pen y Fan (19.5 miles). Wander just 300 metres down a country road to find a welcoming country pub or set off and visit a Michelin Star inn 8 miles away in Llanddewi Skirrid. This Scandinavian style property is accessed from the garden and through the French doors, and boasts simplistic yet welcoming decor with sloping ceilings, all set out on one level next door to the owner s property. Step inside into the comfortable lounge and make a beeline for the well equipped galley kitchen, where the electric oven, grill and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher offer all you need to feed the family. Fire up the coffee machine early on a morning and enjoy a freshly brewed mug outside on the lawn. Head through an archway and into the open plan lounge and dining room, an ideal space for eating and unwinding. Comfy sofas sit beside a TV/DVD for relaxing evenings. Two inviting bedrooms offer a spot to rest up for the day ahead, with comfy beds and an abundance of storage space available for you to use. Completing the property is a contemporary shower room with WC. Exit via French doors in the lounge and soak up the generous outdoor space. A handy decked area with dining set provides the perfect spot to dine alfresco, whilst the surrounding gardens ensure a wonderful area to soak up some sun after a session in the sauna.
The fabulous, characterful Old School House sits quietly on the phenomenal Pontardawe Country Estate which enjoys a remarkable history, unique character and more than one hundred and twenty acres of beautiful rolling Welsh countryside. The Old School House enjoys much character, two bedrooms, beautiful living space and its own outdoor space. It is nestled between the folly and the walled garden with its own delightful lawn, alongside the picturesque River Clydach. In addition to its superb grounds, the Pontardawe Estate boasts a gorgeous manor house, Pontardawe Country House, as well as a number of other holiday cottages that Oliver’s Travels also feature. Guests can book each of these individually or for a special celebration, you may want to consider booking a selection of the cottages as well as the manor house.
The Old School House is tucked away and offers beauty, serenity and tranquility to the lucky guests that happen to book it. With two beautiful bedrooms, the cottage sleeps four guests in luxurious comfort. The Old School House was a former outbuilding on the estate, some of which record a history back to the early 1400’s. The estate lies in the ancient hamlet of Cilybebyll with links to the descendants of Welsh Kings, Arthurian legend, tales of the Mabinogion, the Norman invasion, the Earls of Pembrokeshire, Winston Churchill’s secret army, eighteenth century prisons, Charles II, the tea plantations of Ceylon, coal mining, the Industrial Revolution and much more. A World War II hideout, used by Churchill’s Secret Army was found in the estate’s private bluebell woodland and gained recognition as a Scheduled Ancient Monument of national importance. The Old School House enjoys its own fascinating history. The building was used as the Church Sunday School in the early 20th century. Children received a glass of milk and a slice of cake after every session. Word spread and children came from other parishes to attend. The ground floor was originally a bakery and children from the estate were taught in an upstairs room. The building was also used as a sewing room at one point with the opera singer Madame Adelina Patti having many dresses made in the cottage. The cottage now makes for a tranquil, beautiful, idyllic retreat with its wonderfully rich history and the fabulous estate grounds. Guests wake up to bird song and the babbling stream, what utter bliss!
The Old School House boasts a warm and cosy living room with a fabulous wood burner for chilly evenings, comfy leather sofas and chairs and beautiful views from the windows. The cottage is pet friendly on request so you will often find guest’s furry friends curled up in front of the wood burner. The traditional country kitchen is the heart of this wonderful cottage. It offers a brilliant Rayburn cooker and woodburning stove which keeps the whole cottage warm and cosy. The solid oak kitchen offers every appliance that you could wish for and carries a very warm and welcoming ambience. The Old School House also boasts a very smart conservatory, a beautiful bright and airy spot to enjoy the warmth and natural light flooding through the windows, curled up with your holiday book. The cottage is heated by renewable energy.
Upstairs you will discover two beautifully finished bedrooms, one with a super kingsize bed which can be made up as twins and one with a double bed. The sumptuous beds are beautifully dressed and offer the sleep of kings. They share a gorgeous bathroom with a bath and overhead shower. There is an additional toilet on the ground floor. The cottage is very pretty, inside and out. You will not forget your holiday here, that is for sure!
You can have food delivered from the local supermarket in Pontardawe, so you do not even need to leave this idyllic corner of Wales. Guests enjoy access to the river and farm trail and enjoy woodland walks from the doorstep. It is hard to beat this secluded, peaceful location. If you do leave the estate, then the majestic Brecon Beacons and the stunning Gower Peninsula are on the doorstep.
The Old School House sits in the one hundred and twenty acre Pontardawe Country Estate in the tranquil hamlet of Cilybebyll, close to the village of Pontardawe. The estate is absolutely marvellous with woodlands, rivers, bluebell woods, sprawling fields, bird nesting boxes, beautiful picnic spots, a stately manor house and other holiday cottages. It is the perfect rural retreat between the Gower Peninsula and the Brecon Beacons National Park. Though you may find it hard to leave this wonderful spot, there is much to do and see. The estate courtyard where many of the cottages are located is bounded by the upper reaches of the picturesque River Clydach and on the other side by green parkland pastures grazed by sheep and cows. The high hills of blue pennant sandstone provide the backdrop to an idyllic and tranquil scene. Guests booking The Old School House are free to roam the estate including its award winning bluebell woodland. The estate’s farm walk is a circular walk for guests which meanders from the doorstep of The Old School House towards the summit of Mynydd Marchywel and back. En route, guests follow mountain streams, climb over stiles, explore the bluebell woodlands and traverse lazy green fields. On a clear day, the panoramic vistas include the Swansea Valley, Swansea Bay, the Bristol Channel and the Brecon Beacons National Park.
The cottage is an excellent base for those that want to explore the landscapes by bike. The Afan Forest and Bike Park Wales are easily accessible.
The Old School House is just twenty minutes drive from the beautiful Swansea Bay coastline and the Gower Peninsula with its gorgeous coves and glorious stretches of fine sand. The Victorian seaside village of Mumbles with its promenade, shops and restaurants is worth a visit and for those that love nature and the outdoors, the National Showcaves of Wales and the Vale of Neath’s spectacular waterfalls are nearby. Guests enjoy visits to the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and the Glamorganshire Heritage Coast, both less than half an hour away.
Mumbles was one of Dylan Thomas’ many stamping grounds and is the home of some world class ice cream. Mumbles is steeped in history with its lighthouse being built in 1794. It also boasts a Victorian pier and Oystermouth Castle which sits on the hilltop overlooking the sea. There are lovely boutique shops and galleries including the gorgeous Lovespoon Gallery and the Gower Gallery. No visit to Mumbles would be complete without sampling some ‘fresh off the boat’ seafood, its handmade chocolates and its fantastic ice creams.
This part of northern Carmarthenshire is famed for its cycling routes both on and off road, including the Cwm Rhaeadr, Gap Mountain Bike and Elan Valley Trails to name but a few. The farmhouse is one of a cluster of cottages on a farm 5.5 miles from Llandovery, which are great for a gathering of up to 29 guests, and around which North Country Cheviot sheep graze, kept for breeding and meat production. Outdoor activities from this tranquil base include a walk 3 miles up the valley to Cynnant hill. Walk through the forests with your canine pals, or enjoy bird watching (the owner is a keen ornithologist). Maps are provided for you to explore. Inside, the property is a bright and spacious open plan living/dining area, furnished with comfortable sofas to sink into while you unwind in front of the TV. A long dining table is perfect for catching up with all the family over a meal. A large country style kitchen welcomes you with a large breakfast island, suitable for the whole party to plan the day s adventures over morning coffee. A super convenient ground floor twin bedroom is spacious, with a handy en suite shower room and WC. Upstairs are three more generously sized bedrooms, some with sloping ceilings: a charming twin room has beautiful views out to the nearby grazing fields, and an en suite shower room with WC; two more king size bedrooms each come with an en suite shower room, and one even has a walk in wardrobe for an extra touch of comfort and style. Housed on location is a large shared hot tub, seating up to eight people and perfect for chilling as the sun sets. The farmhouse has a charming separate walled front patio, perfect for sitting out in the mornings, while the gravelled outer yard provides ample off road parking.
A stone barn that has been thoughtfully converted, this property is part of a complex of three and is situated on a working farm. Stunning panoramic views of the Black Mountains will surround you and you can easily reach popular spots around the Brecon Beacons. Crickhowell, a picturesque village in the Usk Valley is 3 miles away, where you will find excellent independent shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes. Head further afield to Abergavenny in 8.5 miles, Brecon in 12 miles or visit the town famous for its literature and arts, Hay on Wye in 18 miles. For the walking and cycling type, there are plenty of routes available right from the property, so you won t need to use the car. Enter the barn through a stable door where you will find plenty of space to hang coats, dog leads and take off your muddy walking boots. The open plan kitchen, dining and living area is cosy and comfortable. The kitchen has plenty of work and storage space to prepare and cook meals. A small dining table and chairs is situated next to a window, so you can admire the surrounding sights while enjoying breakfast. The living area has a sofa and TV with Freeview and a DVD player for an evening in after a busy day exploring. Upstairs, you will find a king size bedroom with en suite. Outside the front of the property is a sunny terrace with an oak bench and table and chairs. You will be able to access an extensive range of footpaths such as the Beacons Way and the Black Mountains routes from the land surrounding the property. There is also plenty of space to park right by the barn.
Brecon Cottage holds an excellent location on the very outskirts of the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park, making it a fabulous choice for keen walkers or those simply wanting to enjoy the great outdoors. While guests will enjoy a tranquil escape, the market town of Brecon, where a variety of helpful amenities can be found, is less than a ten-minute drive away.
The cottage is ideal for small families, comfortably accommodating up to four guests across two well-appointed bedrooms. On the ground floor is the main living space which comprises of a cosy lounge complete with feature fireplace and a fully-equipped kitchen and dining area. Also on this level is the first of the bedrooms, a double and a shower room. Upstairs, on the first floor is a king-size double bedroom which boasts an en-suite bathroom. On request, this bedroom can be converted into a twin room with two small singles, ideal for children to share.
Outside, the cottage boasts a pretty enclosed garden, the perfect setting for your morning cup of coffee!
Brecon Cottage is situated less than 10-minutes from the market town of Brecon, where a huge variety of amenities, including shops and restaurants, can be found. The cottage is located on the very edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, known for its big green open spaces which offer miles and miles of wonderful walking.
The area is geographically diverse, offering the chance to explore caves and castles, waterfalls and woodlands, as well as some pretty towns and villages along the way. Market towns like Abergavenny, Talgarth, and Hay-on-Wye, are pleasant places to stop off – after all, you wouldn’t want to miss out on the excellent restaurants and charming pubs, of which this eclectic part of the country has no shortage.
The bothy is set into the hillside on the edge of Clyro, a small settlement situated on the Welsh border, and just 2.5 miles from the popular town of Hay on Wye, where you will find cafes, restaurants, and the world famous bookshops. Enjoy rambles along the banks of the River Wye and seek out The Warren, a pretty spot for wild swimming. Browse the craft shops set within the grounds of the ancient castle and pick up a souvenir. Discover the stunning scenery of the Brecon Beacons National Park by foot, with access to the rugged landscape of the National Trust s The Begwns, where you can enjoy spectacular views or take on the Hay Bluff and Twmpa where you gain further access into the Black Mountains. Both the Wye Valley and Offa s Dyke trails run through Hay on Wye, offering traffic free walking. Located up a quiet lane, this lovely retreat enjoys a peaceful location within the owner s grounds. Step through the front door where you will be pleasantly surprised with the vaulted ceilings and Velux windows enjoying the natural light. The studio offers open plan living that has been cleverly configured by the owner. The hallway offers space for coats and boots and then continues to the main living area where you have a lounge with Smart TV, a small collection of books and board games, a dining table, and chairs for two. The galley kitchen has been well equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, and fridge with ice compartment. There is a washing machine and drying room available on site. To the rear of the studio, you will find a comfortable double bed with reading lamps and a storage area. There is a shower room with a shower and WC. Outside, guests can enjoy a private garden with a table, chairs, and BBQ. Guests are also welcome to enjoy the grounds along with access to the countryside. There is parking for one car and secure bike storage.
