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Approach to the property on a quiet country lane
A stunning detached retreat located on a farm
A clever mix of old and new
Stunning farmhouse with original features and beautiful interiors
Relax in the bright and airy lounge
Warm up on those chillier evenings
Stylish finish to the kitchen, perfect to prepare family meals
Enjoy a lazy breakfast in the spacious kitchen/diner
A lovely setting to start your day
Sit back with a good read and a cuppa
Head upstairs where you are spoilt for choice with the beautiful bedrooms
Spacious super-king bedroom
Exposed beams and colourful textiles
Freshly laundered bedding and fluffy towels provided
Oozing with colour and character
Get a good night's rest in this king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room
Wake up and start the day with a warm shower in the en-suite
Stylish design throughout
Little quiet spaces are hidden around the property
Let the light flood in
Warm and inviting twin room
Hidden away in the eaves
Pretty bedding and fulffy towels
Countryside views
Second twin bedroom in the eaves of the house
Family bathroom on the first floor
Bathroom
Soak in a hot bubble bath after a day exploring the area
Subtle lighting
Attention to detail
Homely touches
Exposed stone
Take time to unwind here
The farmhouse is in the grounds of a working farm
The terrace of the farmhouse and adjacent neighbours barn
Adjacent farmbuildings
Private terrace for al fresco dining
Beautiful and peaceful countryside views
Wonderful views from the property
View towards the farmhouse and front patio space
1 / 41  Approach to the property on a quiet country lane
2 / 41  A stunning detached retreat located on a farm
3 / 41  A clever mix of old and new
4 / 41  Stunning farmhouse with original features and beautiful interiors
5 / 41  Relax in the bright and airy lounge
6 / 41  Warm up on those chillier evenings
7 / 41  Stylish finish to the kitchen, perfect to prepare family meals
8 / 41  Enjoy a lazy breakfast in the spacious kitchen/diner
9 / 41  A lovely setting to start your day
10 / 41  Sit back with a good read and a cuppa
11 / 41  Head upstairs where you are spoilt for choice with the beautiful bedrooms
12 / 41  Spacious super-king bedroom
13 / 41  Exposed beams and colourful textiles
14 / 41  Freshly laundered bedding and fluffy towels provided
15 / 41  Oozing with colour and character
16 / 41  Get a good night's rest in this king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room
17 / 41  Wake up and start the day with a warm shower in the en-suite
18 / 41  Stylish design throughout
19 / 41  Little quiet spaces are hidden around the property
20 / 41  Let the light flood in
21 / 41  Warm and inviting twin room
22 / 41  Hidden away in the eaves
23 / 41  Pretty bedding and fulffy towels
24 / 41  Countryside views
25 / 41  Second twin bedroom in the eaves of the house
26 / 41  Family bathroom on the first floor
27 / 41  Bathroom
28 / 41  Soak in a hot bubble bath after a day exploring the area
29 / 41  Subtle lighting
30 / 41  Attention to detail
31 / 41  Homely touches
32 / 41  Exposed stone
33 / 41  Take time to unwind here
34 / 41  The farmhouse is in the grounds of a working farm
35 / 41  The terrace of the farmhouse and adjacent neighbours barn
36 / 41  Adjacent farmbuildings
37 / 41  Private terrace for al fresco dining
38 / 41  Beautiful and peaceful countryside views
39 / 41  Wonderful views from the property
40 / 41  View towards the farmhouse and front patio space
41 / 41  

Painscastle Farmhouse

Hay-on-wye (5.5mls NW), Brecon Beacons
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Quirky
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Stay in this Grade II-listed, 17th Century stone farmhouse
  • Sit on the decking and take in the views from the top garden, overlooking the surrounding hills
  • Located in an area of the UK with almost no light pollution, ideal for stargazing the night sky
Property code: 64450

Nestled in Radnorshire, on the English border, it covers an area of mountainous terrain and highlands including Radnor Forest, with a central valley formed by the River Wye. There are countless walks in Radnorshire and the Brecon Beacons. Hay-on-Wye is just a short drive away, a small market town and community in the historic county of Brecknockshire in Wales, with over twenty bookshops, it is often described as "the town of books”. Llangorse Lake is a little further afield and is the largest natural lake in Mid and South Wales and is situated in the Brecon Beacons National Park. The River Wye is the finest salmon river south of the border and is also popular for coarse fishing subject to the relevant permits.

Enter the welcoming boot room and wander through to the large family kitchen/diner, flanked by window seats at both ends. It is well-equipped with an electric oven and induction hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer, and a dining table for a relaxed breakfast. There is also a separate WC, particularly handy for guests who would like to avoid stairs. Heading through to the dining room which seats everyone comfortably, with a wood burner effect oil fire at one end in the original 17th Century fireplace and a window seat at the other. After dinner retire with a glass of something chilled and some good conversation. Relax in the lounge with plenty of seating, blankets, and a wood burner to snuggle up in front of, there is a TV, books, games and puzzles with a small selection of toys, great for rainy days. Heading up to the first floor via the 17th Century stairwell, you will reach the master bedroom which offers a super-king-size bed, day bed, spacious wardrobe and armchairs for relaxing. The neighbouring bedroom is soft and welcoming with a king-size bed with en-suite shower room and WC. Take time to relax in the property’s main bathroom with shower over bath, dressing table and WC. Heading up a further flight of stairs to the second floor you will reach the two twin bedrooms in the eaves with two single Jacobean beds in one, and Edwardian beds in the other. In each bedroom there is also a wardrobe, a dressing table and chairs. There is a second lounge at the top of the stairs between the two bedrooms, with a sofa and a few chairs scattered around, ideal for late night splinter groups.

The terrace is an ideal spot for meals, evening drinks, games or a good laze whereas the deck extends from the top garden and overlooks the surrounding hills. There is an adjacent stone terrace for the BBQ and a little hut with a small fridge and sink to facilitate entertaining outdoors. The top garden is planted with a small pond in the middle. There is also a lower courtyard parking area with a flight of stone stairs leading to the house, and one parking spot on the terrace level that is good for unloading.

The farmhouse sits on an elevated terrace around a farmyard. There is an unused barn adjacent to the house and a neighbour across the yard in the converted cow sheds. There is another neighbour 500m down the lane. Both incredibly unobtrusive and knowledgeable of the local area.

  • 4 bedrooms - 1 super-king-size, 1 king-size and 2 twins 
  • 1 bathroom, 1 en-suite shower room and 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven and induction hob, fridge/freezer dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • Ample off-road parking available
  • Limited Wi-Fi included
  • Shop 5 miles
  • Pub within walking distance
  • TV in lounge
  • BBQ available
  • Please note the garden has various drops and includes an unfenced pond, so please take care when exploring the grounds
  • Arrival: 14:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Avril Hitchman

This property is personally managed by Avril.

Approach to the property on a quiet country lane
A stunning detached retreat located on a farm
A clever mix of old and new
Stunning farmhouse with original features and beautiful interiors
Relax in the bright and airy lounge
Warm up on those chillier evenings
Stylish finish to the kitchen, perfect to prepare family meals
Enjoy a lazy breakfast in the spacious kitchen/diner
A lovely setting to start your day
Sit back with a good read and a cuppa
Head upstairs where you are spoilt for choice with the beautiful bedrooms
Show 29 moreSpacious super-king bedroom

Location

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