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 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.

2 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.

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.

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.

Horsecroft

This detached barn conversion in rural Herefordshire near Hay on Wye offers a spacious and comfortable setting with easy access to countryside walks, local pubs, and historic sites.

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 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.

3 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 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.

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.

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.

Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park

Meadow Springs Country & Leisure Park is a luxury five-star retreat in Mid Wales countryside offering stylish holiday homes with private hot tubs, surrounded by scenic countryside and leisure activities, including a restaurant and bar onsite.

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.

3 miles from Festival Park, Ebbw Vale

Ebbw Vale Garden Festival was a major 1992 national garden festival in South Wales, attracting millions to a reclaimed industrial site featuring lakes, sculptures, and recreational areas, now transformed into a residential and retail zone.

Located in Ebbw Vale

Ebbw Vale is a post-industrial town in Blaenau Gwent, Wales, known for its rich history in iron and steel making, cultural heritage, and recent regeneration including a new hospital and educational facilities.

Near 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Near 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.

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.

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.

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.

3 miles from 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

3 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Madog's Wells - Blackbird Cottage

This detached wheelchair accessible cottage is set in 8 acres of countryside and suitable for up to 6 guests with 3 bedrooms, featuring a wet room and outdoor shared sitting areas in a rural environment.

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.

3 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.

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.

3 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.

Bryn Aled

This detached holiday property adjacent to the owners' home offers an open plan living space with a wood burner, private hot tub, and an enclosed courtyard with patio furniture, situated near Coed y Brenin Forest Park and the town of Dolgellau in a scenic countryside setting.

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.

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.

Three Views Bungalow

Three Views Bungalow is a detached bungalow in a residential area of Talgarth, located in the Brecon Beacons with expansive views, ideal for groups or families and close to local amenities and countryside attractions.

Grofftau Cottages - Awel Y Mynydd

This is a cosy and homely converted barn located in a rural village setting with peaceful surroundings and scenic views over the Cambrian Mountains, offering a family-friendly and nature-immersive countryside retreat suitable for groups up to 4 guests.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Located in Machynlleth

Machynlleth is a historic market town in Powys, Wales, known for its cultural heritage, annual comedy festival, scenic walking trails, and visitor attractions such as the Museum of Modern Art and Centre for Alternative Technology.

2 miles from 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tyn Y Ffordd

Tyn Y Ffordd is a stylish five star accredited cottage situated in the Mawddwy valley within Snowdonia National Park, offering a rural and scenic setting ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.

Upper Broughton Farm Cottage

This spacious cottage in the Shropshire Hills offers a peaceful countryside retreat with charming farmhouse-style interiors, countryside views, and surrounding gardens, perfect for exploring natural surroundings and local market towns.

Sunnybank

A 19th-century detached cottage set in a tranquil, secluded 3½-acre wildlife haven in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering peaceful rural accommodation with access to outdoor activities like pony trekking and canoeing.

3 miles from Longtown Castle

Longtown Castle is a ruined Norman motte-and-bailey castle in Herefordshire, England, featuring a notable circular stone keep built in the 12th century. The site includes earthworks from a former Roman fort and offers outdoor exploration of medieval fortifications, maintained by English Heritage as a historic tourist attraction.

Sonny Cottage

This charming cottage in Garnant is a family retreat with 3 bedrooms, situated near country parks and natural attractions, featuring a private enclosed garden and a private hot tub for 4, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere ideal for exploring South Wales.

Plas Talgarth - Woodland View 2

Woodland View 2 is a bungalow on the grounds of Plas Talgarth Resort near Snowdonia National Park, offering a family-focused setting with a shared indoor and outdoor pool, tennis courts, and woodland walks.

Cefncoedbach Farm - Mountain View

This semi-detached barn conversion in the Brecon Beacons National Park provides scenic countryside views and a welcoming atmosphere for walkers and families with its open plan living space and enclosed garden.

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.

Canon's Cottage

This accommodation is a well-equipped cottage set in the quiet village of Clun, surrounded by natural beauty and countryside walking opportunities, featuring character elements like a wood burner and conservatory opening to a private garden.

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.

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.

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.

Caeley Barn

Caeley Barn is a converted barn in the village of Penybont, located in a peaceful rural area of Mid Wales with scenic countryside and access to local attractions and outdoor activities.

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.

Located in Llandrindod Wells

Llandrindod Wells is a historic spa town in Powys, Wales, known for its Victorian heritage, cultural festivals, and scenic lake offering recreational activities. It serves as the administrative centre of Powys and features diverse entertainment, historical sites, and notable transport links.

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.

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.

Ty Cerrig

Ty Cerrig is a terrace property situated in a countryside village at the foot of the Black Mountains, ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking peaceful walks, cycling, and nearby family-friendly attractions.

3 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.

Mum's Place

This three-bedroom semi-detached holiday home in Hay-on-Wye offers a peaceful garden and is suitable for families or small groups, situated near local attractions and scenic countryside with a blend of historic character and modern comfort.

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.

Cwm Chwefru Cottages - Magpie

Magpie is a barn conversion located in a rural and private setting within the Brecon Beacons National Park, suitable for a laid-back and family-focused stay with shared outdoor and leisure amenities including a heated swimming pool, sauna, games room, and fishing lake nearby.

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.

Cuckoo Hill Lodge

Cuckoo Hill Lodge is a ground-floor lodge in Mid Wales set in a rural area surrounded by rolling hills and countryside, ideal for families and friends seeking a peaceful and scenic retreat with access to outdoor activities and nearby nature reserves.

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.

Cambrian Mountain View

This detached bungalow is situated on a working sheep farm offering mountain and countryside views near Builth Wells and Llandrindod Wells, featuring a wood burner and an enclosed garden with patio and BBQ.

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.

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.

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.

3 miles from South Eryri (Snowdonia)

South Eryri (Snowdonia) is a National Trust countryside destination known for its rugged mountains, historic sites, waterfalls, lakes, and diverse wildlife habitats. Visitors can enjoy extensive walking trails, including wheelchair-friendly paths, explore unique natural environments, and visit historic landmarks like Dinas Oleu. Facilities include cafés, pubs, and restaurants in nearby towns, with dog-friendly policies and activities suitable for children.

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.

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.