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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The Stables

The Stables is an ultra-contemporary converted stable building located in rural Powys, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat with private hot tub and enclosed garden, suitable for families or romantic getaways.

2 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Merbach Hill View Holidays - Cuckoo Lodge

A new lodge completed in 2023 near Hay-on-Wye offering ground floor accommodation with a private hot tub, suitable for families or friends with pet-friendly policy and nearby restaurant.

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.

Y Gadlas - Creyr Glas Pod

Creyr Glas at Y Gadlas is a detached larger-than-average pod set in a rural location with views of surrounding farmland and countryside, designed primarily for two guests in a quiet village setting near Penybontfawr.

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.

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.

2 miles from 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.

Cwmberwyn

Cwmberwyn is a charming holiday cottage set in 5 acres of woodland and gardens near Hundred House, offering a rustic and tranquil retreat ideal for families or groups seeking a peaceful rural escape.

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.

Near 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.

3 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.

Bwlchmaenllwyd Farm Holiday - Valley View

A detached pod in the Carmarthenshire countryside featuring an open plan ground floor living space with a double bedroom, shower room, private hot tub, garden with decked area and firepit, and private parking on a working farm setting with views of the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons.

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.

The Larches

This secluded woodburner lodge with hot tub is situated high on the Kerry Ridgeway, offering outstanding rural views, privacy, and a cosy, eco-friendly atmosphere with ground floor all-ensuite accommodation.

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 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.

3 miles from 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.

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.

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.

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.

Swn Y Nant

An eco-friendly lodge in the Brecon Beacons with two bedrooms and various accessibility features, set near a stream with private outdoor space including a hot tub, and pet-friendly provisions.

3 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.

Glen Y Nant

This static caravan in Mid Wales offers a peaceful rural setting with scenic views, ample outdoor space, and is suitable for families and nature lovers, featuring 2 bedrooms and a homely atmosphere.

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.

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.

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.

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 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 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.

Mill Farm Holiday Cottages - Oak View Cottage

This detached holiday cottage in the village of Heyope offers a peaceful rural setting overlooking rolling countryside with local historic and natural attractions nearby, including Offa's Dyke Heritage Centre and Powys Observatory.

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.

Pen-y-Lan Lodges - Oakwood Lodge

Oakwood Lodge is a detached lodge set in the rural scenic Vyrnwy Valley of Wales, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat with views over lake and countryside.

The Secret Garden - Celyn

The Secret Garden Hideaway offers five private lodges set in a secluded garden in a quaint Welsh village surrounded by countryside and woodland, providing a tranquil and scenic retreat for families or groups.

Y Bwthyn

Y Bwthyn (Little Cottage) is a cosy, self-contained barn conversion set in a secluded courtyard in the Brecon Beacons National Park, offering scenic countryside views and proximity to historic sites including an Iron Age fort and Carreg Cennen Castle.

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.

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.

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.

2 miles from 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.