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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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.

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.

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.

Madog's Wells - Swallow Cottage

This single-storey detached cottage is situated in a peaceful rural setting surrounded by countryside and woodland, making it suitable for families, friends, or couples seeking an accessible and nature-immersed holiday base.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Honeycott

This semi-detached cottage in Llangattock offers a comfortable and stylish countryside retreat with mountain views, accommodating six guests in three bedrooms, featuring a private hot tub, games room, and an enclosed garden with patio.

3 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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Copper Beech Cottage

Copper Beech Cottage is a recently renovated detached property set in the Welsh countryside near Welshpool, offering a peaceful and stylish retreat with rolling hills and woodlands surroundings suitable for families, friends, and pet owners.

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.

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.

Plas Talgarth - Mansion House 8

This offering is a studio apartment located in the grounds of the Plas Talgarth Resort on the southern tip of Snowdonia National Park, featuring open plan living space and shared on-site amenities including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis court, and mini golf.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Near 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.

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.

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.

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.

Rectory Cottage

Rectory Cottage is a detached cottage located in a secluded rural hamlet in Shropshire, surrounded by countryside and close to historic towns and natural attractions, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere ideal for families.

3 miles from 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.

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.

2 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.

Acre Luxury Lodges-Cedar Lodge

Cedar Lodge is a detached holiday lodge situated in the countryside near Presteigne, offering spacious and stylish accommodation for up to 8 guests with pet-friendly and wheelchair accessible features in a peaceful rural setting.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Near 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.

Coity Bach - Peacock Cottage

Peacock Cottage is a cosy barn conversion located in the Brecon Beacons National Park, set on a working farm with scenic views of the Sugar Loaf and Black Mountain range, offering a private and nature-immersed retreat with family-focused amenities.

Gwynfan Bungalow

A detached private bungalow in mid-Wales with panoramic hill views, set in a peaceful rural location near Llanyre village, suitable for families and groups with pets allowed and self-contained facilities.

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.

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.

Owls Roost

Owls Roost is a stylish and homely detached property in Hay on Wye with a historic background as a former hayloft, offering spacious accommodation suitable for families and groups, set in a peaceful location with a well-tended garden and outdoor dining area.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Maes Merlin

Maes Merlin is a barn conversion located in the countryside of the Brecon Beacons National Park, offering a peaceful and stylish self-contained retreat with scenic views and nature immersion.

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.

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 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.

3 miles from 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Edderton Hall Country House

Edderton Hall is a large country house in Mid Wales set in the countryside with panoramic valley views, offering a peaceful retreat suitable for family gatherings and celebrations.

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.

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.

Coed y Pentre

This detached lodge offers spacious and comfortable accommodation in a rural setting with lovely countryside views, suitable for families and pets, featuring a private hot tub and outdoor garden space.

3 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 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.

Near 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

3 miles from 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bwlchygwynt

A recently renovated barn conversion set in a rural location with far-reaching views over the Brecon Beacons National Park, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere suitable for families or friends.

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.

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.

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.

Cerniog Cabin

A Welsh valley glamping cabin situated high above the Carno Valley with private hot tub, panoramic views, a well-equipped kitchenette, and outdoor garden and patio areas, ideal for a peaceful countryside retreat.

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.

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.

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.