10/10 Excellent
Katarzyna S., West Molesey
7 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a family holiday
Katarzyna S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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"Home from Home" in the Bannau Brycheiniog with stunning views of the Usk Valley
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Pencelli, Wales
- Llangorse Lake14 min drive
- Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center18 min drive
- Pen y Fan21 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
"Home from Home" in the Bannau Brycheiniog with stunning views of the Usk Valley
A beautiful barn conversion situated in a remote but accessible location with stunning views and unrivalled walking straight from the front door. Holly Cottage will comfortably sleep a family of four, and is ideal for couples looking to lose themselves in the wonderful scenery. Whether you want to take advantage of all the activities on offer in the Bannau Brycheiniog, or just cosy down in front of the fire with a good book, Holly Tree is the place for you. The Brecknockshire Camra pub of the year 2022 is 10 minutes walk across the fields, and it's a short drive to the bustling town of Brecon, or the activity hub of Talybont-on-Usk. Footpaths leading directly from the farmyard will take you up onto the hills, down to the Canal, or along the stunning Usk valley. Situated at the eastern end of the central beacons range, you are well away from the crowds that flock to Pen Y Fan but if you want to make the climb its a short drive to the main access points (and experienced walkers have reached it directly from the cottage...).
Start your day with a cooked breakfast beside the picture windows looking out over the Usk Valley, and plan your walk on the wall-map beside you. Picnic on the beacons, or plan the walk to finish at the Royal Oak in the village for lunch, then head back to the cottage to unwind. In the summer, garden furniture and a barbecue will allow you to make the most of the views from the back garden. If the weather isn't so good (and that does sometimes happen in the Bannau Brycheiniog....) light the log burner, and hunker down in the cosy stone walled living room, with Freesat TV, Netflix (account needed) or DVD's for entertainment.
1 Hr 10 mins drive to Cardiff and the coast.
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Good value Type 2 electric car fast-charging is available at the village hall in nearby Talybont-on-Usk operated with tokens from the village store. Alternatively rapid chargers are available at Morrison's supermarket in Brecon.
Start your day with a cooked breakfast beside the picture windows looking out over the Usk Valley, and plan your walk on the wall-map beside you. Picnic on the beacons, or plan the walk to finish at the Royal Oak in the village for lunch, then head back to the cottage to unwind. In the summer, garden furniture and a barbecue will allow you to make the most of the views from the back garden. If the weather isn't so good (and that does sometimes happen in the Bannau Brycheiniog....) light the log burner, and hunker down in the cosy stone walled living room, with Freesat TV, Netflix (account needed) or DVD's for entertainment.
1 Hr 10 mins drive to Cardiff and the coast.
Follow 'Holly Tree Cottage' on Facebook for latest updates.
Good value Type 2 electric car fast-charging is available at the village hall in nearby Talybont-on-Usk operated with tokens from the village store. Alternatively rapid chargers are available at Morrison's supermarket in Brecon.
Property manager
Jonathan
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision required in garden due to steep steps
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Strictly not allowed due to free-range livestock
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Brecon
Located in Brecon, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Ely Tower and Castell Dinas are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Brecon Golf Club and Pen y Fan. Travelling with kids? Consider Brecon Mountain Railway and Pontypool & Blaenavon Railway. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and rock climbing nearby.
Pencelli, Wales
What's nearby
- Brecon Beacons National Park - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
- Brecon Cathedral - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
- Llangorse Lake - 14 min drive - 10.7 km
- Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center - 18 min drive - 17.2 km
- Pen y Fan - 21 min drive - 11.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- White Hart Inn - 6 min drive
- Hop in Beer and Gin House - 9 min drive
- Coffee 1 - 10 min drive
- Brecon Tap - 10 min drive
- The Star Inn - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Stuart P.
8 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage, great location.
Stuart P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Vicki F.
3 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Vicki F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy U.
27 August 2018
Excellent
Amy U.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
10/10 Excellent
Carla S.
3 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Carla S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas H.
18 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, amazing location, couple of issues.
Nicholas H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P.
28 October 2018
Beautiful, cosy characterful country cottage.
Lisa P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
10/10 Excellent
Timothy S.
22 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely short break
Timothy S.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Lynn B.
6 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Lynn B.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Christa K.
31 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely remote cottage
Christa K.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Katarzyna S.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is our home in brecon beacons
Katarzyna S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kirstie W.
4 June 2018
Beautiful, stylish, well equipped hideaway in the Brecons
Kirstie W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Katarzyna S., West Molesey
5 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite place in Brecon Beacons!
Katarzyna S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Dan M.
19 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First visit to Wales
Dan M.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Leonard R.
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and silence
Leonard R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Luke C.
14 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic get away
Luke C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Deborah S., Suffolk, UK
8 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well equipped with lovely views
Deborah S.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Timothy S., Uk
16 August 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for exploring the Brecon Beacons.
Timothy S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Fiona C.
29 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot
Fiona C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Harry G.
13 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliantly located cosy cottage
Harry G.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kevin D.
1 November 2018
Lovely cottage - even better than the photos
Kevin D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
8/10 Good
Roger C.
6 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy stay in the Brecon Beacons
Roger C.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sharon R.
15 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So peaceful
Sharon R.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Angela C.
29 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great short break
Angela C.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carole H.
27 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing and lots of walking
Carole H.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2021
About the host
Hosted by Jonathan
We are a family with two children who live in Oxfordshire. We have been coming to the Beacons for many years, and the kids love the mix of activities on offer, whether it's walking in the hills, playing in mountain streams, or visiting the many attractions of the National Park.
Languages:
English
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