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Stunning views of the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains.
Ground floor snug
Ground floor super king-size master bedroom with en-suite bathroom
Ground floor en-suite bathroom to master bedroom
Ground floor twin bedroom
Ground floor wet room with walk in shower
First floor king-size bedroom which can be converted into two 3' beds on request
First floor bedroom with four single beds
Two of the twin beds can be made into a double bed on request
First floor reading nook
Enjoy eating outdoors taking in the far-reaching views
A walk in the Brecon Beacons with Pen Y Fan its highest peak is a must
The market town of Brecon has many independent shops and eateries to enjoy
Take a walk along the miles of scenic pathways alongside the Brecon to Monmouth canal
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13 / 25  First floor king-size bedroom which can be converted into two 3' beds on request
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15 / 25  First floor bedroom with four single beds
16 / 25  Two of the twin beds can be made into a double bed on request
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23 / 25  A walk in the Brecon Beacons with Pen Y Fan its highest peak is a must
24 / 25  The market town of Brecon has many independent shops and eateries to enjoy
25 / 25  Take a walk along the miles of scenic pathways alongside the Brecon to Monmouth canal

Pen Yr Heol Barn

Cantref, Brecon Beacons
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Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 4
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Increased accessibility
Internet access
Working farm
Family friendly
Off the beaten track
High up on a Hill
Rustic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Character property brimming with original features, ideal for family gatherings
  • Rural surroundings with far-reaching views of the Black Mountains
  • Close to popular wild swimming spots such as the Nant Sere under Pen-y-Fan
  • In partnership with 'Stump up for Trees' 22,000 broad leaf trees have been planted on this land

 

Property code: BN285

This charming and rustic property is located just 5 miles from Brecon yet enjoys a rural location at the heart of the Welsh countryside. Set on the grounds of a working farm, the property once served as a barn for sheep shearing but has been thoughtfully converted into a spacious retreat for up to ten guests. Discover the local area on foot, by bike, or on horseback, looking out for the resident red kites, peregrine falcons and buzzards that reside here. The waterfalls at Nant Sere under Pen-y-Fan are perfect for wild swimming if you fancy a dip, or you can keep both feet firmly on dry land and treat the whole family to a day out at Cantref Adventure Farm, a 1-mile drive away.

 

Beneath the stone exterior is a spacious and light-filled retreat brimming with original features such as oak beams, vaulted ceilings, and terracotta flooring. The open-plan living area consists of a lounge, dining table, and kitchen equipped with a microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and a range cooker with double ovens and a five-ring hob. A wood burner in the lounge is perfect for chilly evenings relaxing in front of the TV. A second small snug has a TV/DVD player and a selection of toys and books for younger guests, and there is a handy utility/drying room for storing muddy coats and boots. An additional WC and two bedrooms are also on this level: a twin bedroom with a stable door leading to the patio, and the master bedroom which has an en-suite with a bath and WC. Finally, there is a walk-in wet room which has been adapted for accessibility. Head upstairs to find a cosy reading nook on the upstairs landing and the remaining bedrooms that share a separate WC. The first is laid out in a quirky dormitory style with four single beds, but two of the beds are zip-and-link and can be converted into a double on request. The fourth and final bedroom has a comfortable king-size bed that can be converted into two 3’ single beds if needed. Two extra fold-up beds are available on request.

 

Step outside to discover two pretty terraces that have been thoughtfully accessorised with garden furniture and a BBQ for lazy summer evenings. Children can let off some steam playing in the lawned garden, and guests are welcome to use the surrounding fields when they are free from livestock.

 

  • 4 bedrooms: 1 super king-size bedroom en-suite, 1 twin - both downstairs, 1 super king-size zip and link (can be made into 3ft twin beds upon request) , 1 family room with 4 single beds (two of which can be converted into a double on request)
  • 2 ground floor bathrooms: 1 en-suite bathroom with bath and WC, 1 walk in wet room with shower and WC, plus 2 separate WCs (1 upstairs)
  • Electric range cooker, microwave, dishwasher,  largefridge/freezer
  • Utility/drying room with washing machine
  • Wood burner – logs provided
  • Cot and high chair available
  • Freeview TV, DVD and additional TV/DVD in snug
  • Good mobile phone reception
  • Terraced areas to the front and back of the property, back terrace is enclosed with a BBQ and garden furniture (new BBQ for summer 2024)
  • Lawned garden
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Three stables are available on the farm with grazing, by prior arrangement with owner
  • The owner is happy to show visitors around the farm to look at the animals
  • Sleeps 10+2 with additional pull-out beds
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 4 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £500 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £50. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Claire Carro

This property is personally managed by Claire.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Andreas 30th August 2024

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If you are looking for a secluded cottage, you will love this converted barn. Especially when travelling with dogs. House as described. The owner is very helpfull on any issue.

Reviewed by Sylvia 23rd August 2024

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Beautiful barn very spacious and lots of walks over fields great location not far from town and Brecon with a steam railway.

Reviewed by Sally 17th May 2024

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Beautiful cottage, spacious and comfortable. The views were to die for and could be seen from all the main downstairs rooms without stepping a foot outside. Top quality kitchen appliances provided, with enough capacity for the houseful. Plenty of good quality matching crockery and cutlery. Good walking paths from the property itself. Wonderful isolRead moreated position with just a few passing hikers, the birdsong and sheep. The friendly and helpful owners were unobtrusive but available if needed. Hide

Reviewed by Michael 26th April 2024

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Perfect location for excellent walking, great views. Well equipped and comfortable stay. What more to ask for?

Reviewed by Chris 19th April 2024

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A beautiful location with views that one would never tire of. Nice and isolated with access to the hills easy. Lots of character in the property. It was a great stay and we are probably going to come back in the future. Thanks

Reviewed by Sean 10th February 2024

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Excellent stay again. This was our third Visit to the barn.

Reviewed by Joanna 22nd December 2023

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A wonderful house in a superb location! Extremely comfortable and well equipped and so warm. The fresh, decorated Christmas tree in the hallway was a lovely surprise as we're the welcome gifts of fresh apple juice and after eights. The beds were all comfortable and warm too. Can't really fault it and we will definitely be returning at some point inRead more the future. Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 6th October 2023

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The location of this beautifully well-equipped and spotlessly clean barn was FANTASTIC. The view from the property will stay with me for a long time. It was peaceful and all you could hear at night were owls. We had dogs with us and the garden was enclosed (sheep in a field near but well fenced off). It was great to meet Thomas, the owner towards tRead morehe end of our stay and he was so enthusiastic and helpful. A delightful week. Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Louise 25th August 2023

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This is an absolutely beautiful place to stay! Stunning views. So well equipped too. The owner was very helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend to any family or group looking to explore this area of Wales.

Reviewed by Andreas 14th July 2023

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A charming and well equipped cottage in a remote and quiet location. With good opportunities to hike right away from the doorsteps, stunning view towards the black mountains. We loved it and would come back, suitable for bigger parties.

Reviewed by mike 26th May 2023

fantastic location, and views

Reviewed by Jashu 19th May 2023

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Everything perfect about this beautifully presented barn conversion, definitely visiting again for longer period than 3.nights.

Reviewed by Scott 12th May 2023

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Wow, what a weekend! Had an amazing time!! The location is absolutely stunning with breathtaking walks literally on the doorstep and Thomas the host was so friendly and laid back. The accommodation was absolutely perfect and the beds were so comfy, we didnt want to leave and will definitely be booking again!

Reviewed by Bernice 21st April 2023

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Lovely spacious barn conversion with excellent facilities and a beautiful location. We loved our stay and would book again. We especially enjoyed the wood burning stove!

Reviewed by Michael 24th March 2023

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Fantastic location with great views. The barn was clean and comfortable.

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Stunning views of the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains.
Ground floor snug
Ground floor super king-size master bedroom with en-suite bathroom
Ground floor en-suite bathroom to master bedroom
Ground floor twin bedroom
Show 13 moreGround floor wet room with walk in shower

Location

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