Powys

Powys is a vast, scenic Welsh county renowned for its rugged mountains, historic castles, extensive walking trails, and rich archaeological heritage.

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Near Offa's Dyke

Offa's Dyke is a historic large earthwork that runs along much of the England-Wales border, symbolising the ancient boundary between Mercia and the Welsh kingdoms. It offers visitors a significant outdoor experience with scenic views, walking paths, and notable archaeological importance.

2 miles from Carreg Cennen Castle

Carreg Cennen Castle is a dramatic ruined castle perched on a high limestone cliff in Carmarthenshire, Wales, with six distinctive towers and a natural cave underneath. Visitors can explore the extensive outer and inner wards and enjoy views over the River Cennen. The site includes a farm park and tearoom facilities nearby.

Hares Hollow

This is a luxury barn conversion with accommodation for 8 guests featuring 4 bedrooms and situated in a peaceful countryside setting, providing a private hot tub, garden with patio and BBQ, and nearby attractions in Shropshire and mid Wales.

Glanusk Estate - Garden Cottage

Garden Cottage is a Grade II listed cottage located on the Glanusk Estate in Crickhowell, offering ground-floor accommodation with two bedrooms and a shower room amidst a walled garden and access to estate grounds in a peaceful countryside setting.

2 miles from Tretower Court

Tretower Castle is a Grade I-listed ruined castle in Powys, Wales, featuring a 12th-century motte and bailey design with a prominent 13th-century cylindrical keep and stone bailey walls with towers. Visitors can explore the historic ruins set in a triangular plan, reflecting its medieval military origins.

3 miles from The Dingle Garden

The Dingle Garden is a spacious five-acre garden in mid-Wales featuring colour-themed beds, landscaped pools, and a diverse collection of trees and shrubs, with special appeal in spring, early summer, and autumn. The garden welcomes children and dogs and offers parking and plant sales.

Abercyros Cottage

Abercyros Cottage is a large detached property located in the village of Llangammarch Wells near Builth Wells, set in peaceful countryside with a private enclosed garden and patio.

The Bluebell Country Inn

The Bluebell Country Inn is a luxury former country inn in Crickhowell offering spacious accommodation for up to 15 guests, suitable for large family and friend gatherings in a picturesque countryside setting with modern amenities and an enclosed garden.

2 miles from Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley

The Sugar Loaf and Usk Valley in Monmouthshire is a scenic outdoor destination featuring panoramic mountain views, historic estates, ancient woodlands, and a range of walking trails. Dogs are welcome on short leads, and the countryside is accessible to all visitors though not wheelchair-friendly. The site is free to visit with parking charges applying.

2 miles from Cymer Abbey

Cymer Abbey is a historic ruined Cistercian abbey near Llanelltyd, Gwynedd, Wales, featuring substantial remains of the medieval church and monastic buildings, set in a scenic riverside location and open to the public for outdoor exploration.

Located in Dolgellau

Dolgellau is a historic market town in Gwynedd, north-west Wales, known for its scenic countryside, outdoor activities like climbing Cadair Idris, rich cultural events, and significant heritage sites.

2 miles from Treberfydd House

Treberfydd House is a Grade I-listed Victorian house located in the Brecon Beacons National Park, set within 10 acres of beautiful gardens and woodlands. Visitors can explore the house with its historic features, enjoy guided tours and tea in the conservatory, and experience the stunning natural surroundings including views of Llangorse lake and the Black Mountains. The venue also offers exclusive hire options and wedding packages.

Dark Sky Lodge

This detached lodge is set in a dark skies park near Cray Reservoir and offers a peaceful countryside retreat with scenic views and wildlife, featuring a cosy wood burner and enclosed garden.

Cwm Chwefru Cottages - Kite 1

Kite 1 is a rural barn conversion set in a secluded valley surrounded by countryside, woodlands, and a fishing lake, providing a peaceful and scenic retreat with natural surroundings and outdoor activities nearby.

Kinverley

Kinverley is a detached bungalow set in a rural working farm environment, offering peaceful and homely accommodation with a large enclosed garden and close proximity to countryside attractions and walking trails in Mid Wales.

Ty Glyndwr

This detached holiday home set on the edge of The Brecon Beacons National Park offers spacious accommodation with a private garden, hot tub, and various family-friendly amenities, ideal for nature enthusiasts and walkers.

2 miles from Ynys Hir

Ynys-hir is a large nature reserve in Powys, Wales, offering diverse habitats such as woodlands, saltmarsh, peat bogs, and wet grasslands. It features multiple walking trails, a visitor centre with a café, a picnic area, and bird hides, making it ideal for wildlife watching, especially birds and other native animals. Dogs are not allowed except assistance dogs, and some accessibility features are available with prior contact. The reserve charges an entry fee for non-members and offers activities suitable for children.

Located in Abergavenny

Abergavenny is a historic market town in Monmouthshire, Wales, known as the Gateway to Wales, featuring medieval castle ruins, cultural festivals including the National Eisteddfod and Food Festival, and surrounded by scenic mountains and walking paths.

The Garden Lodge

A detached holiday property located on the Wales/Shropshire border in the Teme Valley countryside, ideal for walkers with proximity to Offa's Dyke and other trails, offering a ground floor open plan living space with one bedroom and one bathroom.

Near Nant-Iago

Nant-Iago is a medieval Welsh house featuring Gothic Georgian details, historic cruck frames, and Regency Gothick windows. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the ground floor and bedrooms, explore attractive grounds including a lake and arboretum, and see collections of memorabilia, rescued owls, and classic cars.

2 miles from Montgomery Castle

Montgomery Castle is a historic Norman castle ruin in Powys, Wales, overlooking the town of Montgomery. It is notable for its medieval architecture and significant role in Welsh and English history, including the Wars of the Three Kingdoms. The site includes visible ruins and nearby exhibitions at the Old Bell Museum.

3 miles from Blaenavon Ironworks

Blaenafon Ironworks is a historic industrial site showcasing the remains of blast furnaces, foundry, and worker cottages that played a significant role in the Industrial Revolution with engaging exhibitions and outdoor exploration. Visitors can learn about the ironworks' impact on the world and explore both indoor exhibits and extensive outdoor industrial ruins, plus enjoy amenities like a gift shop and refreshments.

Mouse Croft

This one-level luxury barn conversion overlooks farmland and features private hot tub, woodburner, open plan living, lawned garden with patio and BBQ, suitable for a family with up to four guests and one pet.

Plas Talgarth - Woodland View 1

Woodland View 1 is a ground-floor bungalow apartment on the southern tip of Snowdonia National Park within Plas Talgarth Resort, offering a family-friendly setting with access to indoor/outdoor pools, tennis court, mini-golf, and woodland surroundings.

3 miles from Dyfi Furnace

Dyfi Furnace is a restored 18th century charcoal-fired blast furnace in Ceredigion, Wales, situated near a waterfall on the River Einion. It showcases historical industrial heritage with an original waterwheel and offers an outdoor heritage experience of iron smelting history.

2 miles from Mitchell's Fold

Mitchell's Fold is a Bronze Age stone circle situated on Stapeley Hill in Shropshire, England, featuring an elliptical arrangement of ancient stones including a notable standing stone and cairn. Visitors can explore this outdoor prehistoric monument managed by English Heritage.

Tyr Ywen Cottage

Tyr Ywen Cottage is a ground floor accessible cottage located near The Skirrid Mountain with far reaching views over Monmouthshire countryside, featuring a private hot tub, garden patio, and private parking with electric vehicle charging point, set in a rural area close to Abergavenny town and surrounded by 31 acres of countryside.

2 miles from Walcot Hall & Arboretum

Walcot Hall & Arboretum in Shropshire features a historic house with a turquoise ballroom, extensive gardens and one of Britain's finest arboretums, offering both indoor and outdoor experiences. Visitors can explore the grounds, horticultural displays, and enjoy occasional house tours and events.

Located in Bishop's Castle

Bishop's Castle is a historic market town in Shropshire, England, known for its castle ruins, vibrant arts community, local breweries, and scenic walking routes including the Shropshire Way and Offa's Dyke nearby.

Vijay Gardens

This detached house near Llandeilo is suited for large families or groups, featuring spacious living areas and six bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, set in 3 acres of landscaped grounds with a garden, river access, and private parking.

2 miles from Ty Coch Water Mill

Ty Coch Water Mill is a unique early Victorian village carpenter workshop featuring traditional crafts of wheelwright, coffin making, and carpentry, fully operational and open for visits by appointment with no charge.

Boatside - Edw Lodge

Edw Lodge is a wooden lodge set in a riverside campsite location near the Brecon Beacons National Park, ideal for guests who enjoy fishing and outdoor activities, with a peaceful atmosphere and access to natural surroundings.

Golygfa'r Mynydd

This accommodation is a characterful barn conversion situated on a working sheep farm amidst rolling hills and Cambrian Mountains, offering a peaceful and scenic rural retreat with easy access to nature, wildlife, and local historic sites.

Near Strata Florida Abbey

Strata Florida Abbey is a historic ruin of a former Cistercian monastery founded in 1164 near Pontrhydfendigaid, Wales. Visitors can explore the extensive outdoor ruins including a Romanesque archway, and visit a small museum displaying medieval artifacts, all set in a protected scheduled ancient monument site with rich Welsh heritage.

2 miles from Plas Dinam Country House

Plas Dinam is a Victorian country house in Powys offering guided tours of the house, museum, stables and gardens, with wheelchair accessibility and group visits by appointment.

Near Hafod Estate

Hafod Estate is a scenic 18th-century picturesque landscape in mid-Wales offering extensive waymarked trails, woodland walks, waterfalls, and restored gardens for outdoor exploration and nature appreciation.

Near Diwrnodau Garddio yn Hafod | Gardening days at Hafod

14 Oct (next Wednesday)

A monthly volunteer gardening day at Mrs Johnes’ Flower Garden at Hafod. Attendees can help with tasks such as weeding, pruning and tidying the flower borders.

Brook Valley Glamping-Elm

A rural boutique pod in the Welsh countryside with ground floor studio accommodation, suitable for couples or small groups, featuring a private hot tub and peaceful surroundings for nature and outdoor activities.

House in the Hills

A luxury stone farmhouse holiday cottage and separate barn conversion set in the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park, offering peace and tranquility with exceptional scenic views and a traditional yet stylish interior.

3 miles from Powis Castle & Garden

Powis Castle Garden offers a historic outdoor experience featuring 17th-century terraces, an Edwardian formal garden, and wooded landscape areas with impressive statues and vivid borders. It showcases evolving garden designs over 400 years and presents stunning views of the adjacent 13th-century castle.

Mid Wales Lodges - Hawthorn Lodge

Hawthorn Lodge is a 5-star Visit Wales accredited wheelchair accessible lodge situated in a rural area near Llandrindod Wells, accommodating up to eight guests with four bedrooms and ensuites, featuring an open-plan living area and private outdoor space with a hot tub.

Located in Ystradgynlais

Ystradgynlais is a historic town in Powys, Wales, known for its industrial heritage, cultural festivals, and scenic natural surroundings including nearby caves and waterfalls.

2 miles from Glansevin Mansion

Glansevin Mansion is a licensed wedding venue offering various spaces including barn, house rooms, marquee, and outdoor gardens, with facilities such as accessible parking and overnight accommodation. Entrance requires payment, including for Historic Houses members.

Pistyll Gwyn

This spacious detached barn conversion is located in a countryside setting on a working sheep farm near Llanwrthwl and Rhayader, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat with multiple en-suite bedrooms and private hot tub.

3 miles from Llanover Garden

Llanover Garden is a private, listed 18th-century garden located in the scenic Usk valley with views of the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons, featuring historic landscaping and water features.

Maes Y Bryn Farmhouse

This detached farmhouse offers spacious family-friendly accommodation set in a rural location near the Brecon Beacons National Park, featuring a private enclosed garden, wood burner, and games room.

3 miles from Talley Abbey

Talley Abbey is a picturesque ruined Premonstratensian monastery in Carmarthenshire, Wales, set in the scenic River Cothi valley. Visitors can freely explore the outdoor ruins and surrounding natural landscape, including two lakes once used for fish farming by the monks.

The Cottage

A spacious former 16th-century public house offering comfortable accommodation with countryside charm, located near Montgomery Castle and Offa’s Dyke National Trail, featuring an enclosed garden, private hot tub, and scenic elevated views.

Near Old Oswestry Hillfort

Old Oswestry Hillfort is a large Iron Age hillfort site featuring expansive ramparts and an extensive 40-acre area to explore. Visitors can walk outdoors on uneven terrain along steep pathways to experience this historic ancient stronghold, with free entry and parking available nearby. Dogs must be kept on leads due to grazing animals.

Near Llanerchydol Hall

Llanerchydol Hall is a magnificent Gothic mansion set in extensive Grade II* listed parkland featuring unique gardens and a ruined clocktower. Visitors can tour the historic East Wing and grounds, including a Japanese Garden with some accessibility limitations. A light lunch is provided during tours.

Near Hay Castle

Hay Castle is a historic castle with a restored medieval keep and contemporary art gallery, offering cultural workshops, exhibitions, a shop, and café. Visitors can enjoy rooftop views, medieval costumes, and family-friendly activities in both indoor and outdoor spaces.

3 miles from Old Oswestry

Old Oswestry Hill Fort is a large Iron Age hill fort in Shropshire, England, with well-preserved earthworks offering panoramic views. It is managed by English Heritage and open free to the public as a historical and archaeological outdoor site.

Ty Afon - Ty Afon Arch

A stylish and homely ground-floor accommodation with a four poster kingsize bed, private hot tub, and private parking set in a peaceful village near the Brecon Beacons with local amenities and outdoor activities nearby.

3 miles from Bryngwyn Hall

Bryngwyn Hall is an eighteenth-century brick house set within nine acres of Edwardian gardens featuring rare plants and a unique poison garden. Visitors can enjoy house and garden tours, events, and explore expansive grounds around the house.

The Coach House

The Coach House is a charming two-bedroom holiday cottage in rural Bishops Castle, offering stunning countryside views and a private patio with direct access to a local pub from the garden, ideal for couples, friends, or a small family seeking a peaceful retreat near walking and cycling trails.

2 miles from Lake Vyrnwy

Lake Vyrnwy is a large man-made reservoir and nature reserve set against the Berwyn Mountains, offering diverse wildlife habitats and extensive walking trails. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching from accessible hides, explore multiple marked nature trails, and relax at picnic areas or the nearby café. The site also features a children’s playground and accessible facilities, making it suitable for family visits.

3 miles from Dolforwyn Castle

Castell Dolforwyn is a historic ruined castle built in 1273 by Llywelyn ap Gruffydd, representing Welsh defiance. Visitors explore the outdoor ruins atop a steep hill with challenging access, open all year with free entry.

Wern Farm Barn

Wern Farm Barn is a spacious barn conversion situated in the peaceful village of Cwmdu near Crickhowell within the Brecon Beacons National Park, making it a suitable retreat for families and friends to explore the surrounding countryside and enjoy outdoor activities.

3 miles from Llanthony Priory

Llanthony Priory is a historic Grade I listed ruined Augustinian priory situated in a secluded valley in the Black Mountains, Wales, offering visitors an outdoor experience to explore ancient architecture and scenic landscapes with free access.

Located in Kington

Kington is a historic market town in Herefordshire, England, known for its medieval street layout, traditional livestock market, and local cultural festivals. It offers visitors charming independent shops, historic pubs, and access to nearby gardens and long-distance footpaths.

2 miles from Carngafallt

Carngafallt is a nature reserve featuring ancient oak woodland, wood pasture, and moorland, known for its Celtic rainforest lichens and diverse birdlife. Visitors can enjoy accessible nature trails, scenic views, and nearby visitor centre amenities including a cafe.

3 miles from Dolmelynllyn Estate

Dolmelynllyn Estate is a National Trust property in Gwynedd, Wales, offering expansive farmland, woodland, and parkland with features such as rare temperate rainforest, ancient woodland, a variety of archaeological sites, and historical gold mining remains. Visitors can enjoy scenic walks including waterfalls and river terraces within the Snowdonia National Park.

Henllys Lodge

Spacious and luxurious eco-friendly detached house set in rural Carmarthenshire surrounded by countryside and wildlife, featuring large lawned gardens and a peaceful atmosphere.

3 miles from Gregynog Hall

Gregynog Hall is an ancient Victorian-style historic house and garden estate in Powys, Wales, known for its Welsh history, art, and politics. Visitors can explore the Grade I listed gardens, enjoy various walking trails, and experience the house and parkland. Amenities include a cafe, shop, children's facilities, and picnic areas, with mostly wheelchair accessible grounds. Entry requires payment, including for Historic Houses members.

3 miles from Arthur's Stone

Arthur's Stone is a Neolithic dolmen located in Herefordshire, England, featuring a large stone tomb on a hill ridge with views of the surrounding valleys. It is an archaeological site linked to ancient history and Arthurian legend.

Cewydd Cottages - Ysgoldy Salem

Ysgoldy Salem is a detached cottage set on the fringes of Snowdonia National Park with rural views, converted from a former village Sunday school and reading rooms, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat surrounded by countryside.

Near Pont Minllyn

Pont Minllyn is a 17th-century packhorse bridge in Gwynedd, Wales, recognized as a Grade II listed building and scheduled monument. Visitors can view this historic stone bridge spanning the River Dyfi from nearby footbridges and platforms, highlighting its architectural delicacy and historical significance.

Shropshire Retreats - Heron Cottage

Heron Cottage is a semi-detached country cottage near Hope offering a warm and cosy atmosphere with countryside views and a private enclosed garden, ideal for outdoor exploration and relaxation in a rural setting.

3 miles from Minsterley Hall

Minsterley Hall is a historic Tudor house first built in 1581, featuring timber framing and additions with elements recycled from the nearby Caus Castle. Notable features include a 15th Century oak screen and a grand Italian marble fireplace, reflecting its rich heritage and connections to the Marquis of Bath.

3 miles from Y Gaer

Y Gaer is a Roman fort near Brecon, Wales, with visible ruins including stone walls and gatehouses, set on a historic Roman road crossroads. Visitors can explore the outdoor ruins and learn about its Roman military history.

2 miles from Abercamlais House

Abercamlais House is a distinguished 18th Century country house in South Wales, set in expansive gardens and parkland with historic bridges and unique architectural features such as a listed dovecote bridge. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the house and grounds, including historic gardens with rare plant collections.

Bridge End Cottage

This detached cottage in a rural village offers a peaceful setting ideal for couples and families seeking relaxation or outdoor activities such as walking and cycling, with scenic countryside views and a large enclosed garden.

Sgubor Fach

Sgubor Fach is a chic and contemporary barn conversion located in a secluded spot in the Welsh countryside near the village of Penybontfawr, set amidst peaceful rural and hilly surroundings with views of farmland and woods.

Near Bronllys Castle

Bronllys Castle is a Grade I listed motte and bailey castle in Powys, Wales, with origins dating back to circa 1110. Visitors can explore the remains of this historic outdoor fortress guarded by a stone tower and steeped in medieval history.

Located in Talgarth

Talgarth is a historic market town in Powys, Wales, known for its medieval heritage, outdoor activities in the nearby Black Mountains, and cultural festivals.

Afan Holiday Cottages - Dyffryn Haidd

Dyffryn Haidd is a detached dormer bungalow holiday home located in the village of Llanafan, offering a peaceful rural retreat with scenic views across fields and hills, suitable for families and couples.

Cefnaire Isaf

A detached barn conversion set in a large enclosed garden with a private hot tub, located about ¾ mile from the market town of Newtown, surrounded by peaceful countryside and nature, offering a spacious and homely atmosphere suitable for families and celebrations.

Bwthyn Derwen

This accommodation is a spacious and wheelchair-friendly barn conversion set on a working sheep and beef farm in mid Wales with access to countryside and cycle trails, featuring vaulted ceilings and a peaceful rural atmosphere.

Green Lane Cottage

This accommodation is a spacious detached property in a rural setting, ideal for gatherings of families or friends with 10 guests capacity, featuring scenic views, a large garden, and multiple cosy living spaces.

Vyrnwy Bank

This period house in the village of Llanymynech offers spacious accommodation for up to 12 guests across six bedrooms, with traditional features and a setting suitable for special occasions, family gatherings, and exploring nearby scenic countryside and cycle trails.

Bryn Caled Cottages

Bryn Caled Cottages are detached luxury cottages lovingly restored from former Welsh farm buildings, located near the picturesque village of Llanuwchllyn with views of the Aran Mountain, offering a stylish and nature-immersed countryside retreat.

Cynynion Uchaf

Cynynion Uchaf is a spacious rural farmhouse located on a working farm in Rhydycroesau, offering a peaceful and private retreat with scenic countryside views and nearby country walks.

Yr Hen Feudy at Pentre Farm

Yr Hen Feudy at Pentre Farm is a spacious barn conversion located in a rural countryside setting with scenic views, suited for families and groups seeking a peaceful outdoor retreat near the Welsh/English border.

The Pigsty Cottage

The Pigsty Cottage is a cosy, detached holiday cottage located on the Wales/England border in Shropshire, featuring a double bedroom, ensuite, enclosed patio, and private on-site parking, within reach of historic Oswestry and countryside attractions.

Dol Afon

A spacious and comfortable converted stone barn set in a rural location with access to fishing, walking, and bird watching opportunities, suitable for families and offering a peaceful countryside experience.

Colstey Farmhouse

This accommodation is a spacious multi-level farmhouse set on a working farm in Shropshire, designed for large groups and celebrations, surrounded by countryside and scenic walking areas.

2 miles from Clun Castle

Clun Castle is a medieval ruined castle in Shropshire, England, known for its historical Norman architecture and significance as a Marcher lord fortress. Now a Grade I listed building, it offers visitors the chance to explore extensive outdoor ruins, including a great Norman keep and remnants of pleasure gardens, managed by English Heritage.

2 miles from Powis Castle

Powis Castle is a Grade I listed medieval castle and grand country house near Welshpool, Powys, Wales, featuring magnificent interiors with historical murals and family portraits. It is renowned for its extensive Baroque formal gardens with terraces and water garden remains. The site includes the Clive Museum, displaying South Asian artifacts from Robert Clive's collections, and offers a blend of indoor historic architecture and outdoor garden experiences. The castle is managed by the National Trust and attracts around 200,000 visitors annually.

Acre Luxury Lodges - Offa's Dyke Lodge

This single-storey detached lodge is situated on a working sheep and cattle farm in an elevated rural location, offering scenic views and a peaceful atmosphere with private outdoor space including a hot tub and games room.

Cwm Chwefru Cottages - Kite 2

This first-floor barn conversion is set in a secluded valley in mid-Wales surrounded by natural grounds and woodlands, with shared access to a games room, tennis court, indoor heated swimming pool, and sauna, providing a rural and family-friendly setting.

The Pink House

The Pink House is a charming cottage located in the village of Banwen near Neath, offering a rural and private retreat suitable for families or groups, with access to scenic natural attractions and outdoor activities in the surrounding countryside.

Priory Cottage

Priory Cottage is an elegant country retreat located in the peaceful village of Clifford near Hay-on-Wye, offering a spacious and comfortable holiday home perfect for families or groups seeking countryside charm and access to nearby literary and outdoor attractions.

Cwm Corn Barn

This converted barn is set in a rural location with panoramic countryside views and offers spacious accommodation for up to 9 guests including 4 bedrooms. The property features a private hot tub, enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture, Wi-Fi, on-site parking, and welcomes pets. It is near charming market towns and countryside attractions.

The Granary

The Granary is a barn conversion set in rural farmland with outstanding views, designed for a romantic countryside escape for two guests, featuring a cosy king-size bedroom, open-plan living space, and a small outdoor seating area in a peaceful rural setting.

Merbach Hill View Holidays - Swallow Lodge

A newly constructed lodge completed in 2023 located near Hay-on-Wye, offering ground-floor, pet-friendly accommodation for two guests with a private hot tub and scenic rural surroundings.

Cwm Dulas Cottage

This ground-floor converted former pig sty is situated on a working Highland cattle farm near Llanddewi Brefi and offers a peaceful rural retreat with a garden, private parking, and easy access to countryside walks and local attractions.

Brecon Beacons Resort

Brecon Beacons Resort is a traditional stone cottage collection located in the Brecon Beacons National Park, surrounded by natural beauty and offering a peaceful and cosy atmosphere ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.