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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Norton sleeps 2.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: These two delightful holiday cottages are set in lovely landscaped gardens amidst the beautiful rolling Radnorshire Hills. Both character properties have original features, are comfortably furnished with country antiques and offer heavenly views across excellent walking country. The Old Vicarage Coach House was once the coach house to the adjacent vicarage, occupied by the owners, and has been beautifully converted with the main living space on the first floor to take full benefit of the spectacular views. Close to Offa’s Dyke Path (1 mile); Ludlow and Hay-on-Wye are 20 miles. Presteigne is 2 miles away. A Michelin star restaurant is a 10-minute drive. Shops and pubs 2 miles.
  
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Llanglydwen sleeps 2.
Features include: • Pool • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: In a hidden valley, surrounded by fields on every side, with red kites, buzzards and ravens circling above and with views of the Preseli Hills to the west, these peaceful holiday properties (refs OWV, OWU & OWW) are close to so much in west Wales. Fron Isaf Cottages nestle within the owners’ beautiful grounds and have been sensitively converted from old slate and stone barns into cosy and attractive holiday accommodation. The stunning indoor pool, sauna and Jacuzzi make these very special properties. Each cottage has its own outdoor area with private seating and a barbecue. In addition there is a large mature garden with a decked seating area perfect for enjoying the rural views and watching the sun set over the Preselis.
The properties’ environmental credentials are strong. Water comes from a spring and much of the heating and hot water is from a geothermal source. Guests can also enjoy eggs from the owners’ free range chickens. A footpath leads directly from the cottages providing circular walks of varying length in the surrounding countryside.
The nearest town is Narberth, with its wonderful shopping opportunities. About half an hour’s drive to the south are Tenby, Saundersfoot and Amroth with their glorious beaches. While half an hour to the north the dramatic Pembrokeshire and Cardigan coastlines offer beautiful bays, sandy beaches and market towns like Newport, with its excellent restaurants and many good pubs. Carmarthen and Haverfordwest are half an hour away and both towns have a good range of shops, supermarkets and a market. Tourist attractions like Oakwood, Folly Farm, Anna’s Welsh Zoo, Blue Lagoon Water Park as well as The National Botanic Garden of Wales, Aberglasney Gardens and St. Davids - Britain’s smallest city - make for a good day out. There are also at least seventeen castles to visit within an hour’s drive. Excellent walking in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and on the coast path, as well as activities like golfing, sailing, fishing, cycling and horse riding are plentiful in the area. Shop, 3½ miles, pub 1 mile.
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Sleeps 13
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Broad Oak sleeps 13.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 13
Accommodation overview: With its six en-suite bedrooms, this heavily beamed, impressive Grade II listed, cruck-beamed barn stands tucked away in tranquil meadows, on the owners’ 200-acre farm. The barn enjoys magnificent views over the surrounding countryside towards the Forest of Dean. The medieval cruck-beamed wing, open to full height, was built in the 15th century and now makes up the living area with gallery. The heavily beamed 16th-century wing has been thoughtfully restored to provide comfortable en-suite accommodation. The barn is particularly suitable for family holidays and reunions, and the dining area is perfect for entertaining. There is a large mature garden where seating is provided in quiet spots to fully appreciate the views and bird life. Colourful trees and shrubs lead the way to a 1-acre games lawn (shared with owners) where croquet, garden skittles, sandpit and a children’s play area can be enjoyed. There are walks from the door in this area of Great Landscape Value.
Hereford (12 miles) offers a good selection of shops, restaurants and pubs. The cider industry here is very prolific and enthusiasts should visit local cider makers and Hereford Cider Museum. Other places of interest include Hereford Cathedral, Mappa Mundi Centre and the chained library. The Herefordshire/Welsh borderland offers an excellent range of walks suitable for all ages and levels and enjoys fabulous panoramic views with many historic castles and beautiful ancient churches to explore. Ross-on-Wye, 8 miles, with 17th-century Market Hall is an ideal start for exploring the Forest of Dean. Monmouth, 6 miles. Symonds Yat, 8 miles. Welsh border, 1 mile. Shop 400 yards, local inns serving food, 2 miles. Large open-plan cruck-beamed fitted kitchen with island unit, granite worktops and large dining area. Sitting area with wood-burning stove, TV and DVD. Lobby, utility with toilet. In 16th-century wing double bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet (access for wheelchair). Two twin bedrooms, each with en-suite shower room and toilet. First floor: Cruck-beamed galleried sitting room overlooking living area with widescreen TV and DVD. In 16th-century wing second staircase to double bedroom with additional single bed (for +1) and en-suite shower room with toilet, and double bedroom with en-suite bathroom and toilet. Additional staircase to first floor: Twin bedroom with additional single bed (for +1) and en-suite bathroom with toilet.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Rhossili sleeps 8.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: Channel View is a beautiful seafront property situated in the south west corner of Rhossili, overlooking the Worm’s Head. The Gower Peninsula is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the first place to be assigned this title in the UK. Within a few minutes’ walk of the holiday cottage there is a huge expanse of beach. It is possible to walk across the bay to Llangennith or even cross onto the Worm’s Head at low tide. This is also one of the UK’s most desirable surfing beaches. Rhossili is perfect for walkers and beach lovers and lies above the dazzling sandy crescent of Rhossili Bay. The village is largely owned by the National Trust, which has kept this beautiful area almost untouched. Also within minutes of the property enjoy surfing lessons and hire, fishing, hang gliding, horse riding, cycling and much, much more. Shop and pub 400 yards. Spacious living room with wooden floor. Sitting room. Spacious dining room with wooden floor and sea views. Large, well-equipped, farmhouse-style kitchen with tiled floor. Twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with sea views and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Further double bedroom. Twin bedroom with sea views. All bedrooms with TV. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.
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Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Abergavenny sleeps 12.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 12
Accommodation overview: Situated within the heart of Skenfrith directly opposite the castle and lying along part of The Three Castles’ Walk, the property is approximately 200 years old and, as its name suggests, was the old Post Office, tea room and bakery in its day. One of a pair, it now offers characterful, cosy accommodation with an open fire, wood-burning stove and extras for adults and children alike, with a pool table as well as table tennis. There is plenty to see and do in the area for a perfect holiday. It lies within 100 yards of the site of the River Monnow - listed as one of the top places to swim in rivers in the UK, close to the Black Mountains, Skirrid, and the Golden Valley. Offas Dyke Path, the Black and White Trail and the Forest of Dean make for some great walking. Other activities such as cycling, with cycle paths locally, canoeing and fishing on the River Wye, horse riding and golfing will all be found within the surrounding areas, or explore the wealth of countryside. Symonds Yat amusement park is nearby - activities include boat rides, fair, picnicking and amusements. The Old Post Office is within 200 yards of an award winning pub/restaurant and within easy driving distance of the market towns of Monmouth, Abergavenny, Hereford and Ross-on-Wye, all offering great eateries, tea rooms and shopping. Hay-on-Wye, famous for its wealth of bookshops is one hour away. Bristol is an hour away, and Cardiff at 45 minutes - making for a great day out. Shops 2 miles, pub 110 yards. Living room with open fire. Well-equipped beamed kitchen/dining room with range and gas/elec cooker. Snug with piano and wood-burning stove. Garden room. Games room. Double bedroom with TV, curtained-off area with additional set of bunk beds (for +2), and French doors to garden. Shower room with toilet. Separate toilet. Wooden floors throughout. First floor: Double bedroom with French doors to balcony and en-suite shower room with toilet. Three twin bedrooms, two with castle views, one beamed. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.
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Sleeps 22
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Llansantffraid sleeps 22.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Beach nearby • Detached • Sleeps 22
Accommodation overview: Situated on the border of Shropshire and Powys, Bryn Tanat sits on the banks of the River Tanat overlooking the Breidden Hills to the south and west to the Meifod valley, offering stunning panoramic views of the picturesque countryside. Providing superb country living in this impressive estate house with oak framed rooms dating back to the late 17th century, but with enigmatic evidence suggesting a dwelling on the land going further back to the early Bronze Age, Bryn Tanat and surrounding estate is an area steeped in history and grandeur. Bryn Tanat offers an unrivalled location for a perfect country holiday getaway - its south-facing sunny position overlooks the sloping terraced gardens which are magnificently landscaped and ideal for outside entertaining. Owned since 1967 by the family, the property has been lovingly restored with the retention of many original features, exposed timbers and open fires which all help to create a truly amazing atmosphere.
Locally there are a number of good restaurants, two convenience stores, a petrol station and a post office. Its geographical position makes it ideal for the exploration of mid and north Wales, Shropshire and Cheshire. The market towns of Oswestry and Welshpool are less than a 20-minute drive and the medieval town of Shrewsbury and walled city of Chester are less than 40 minutes away. Days out locally may include visiting three great NT properties, Powis Castle, Chirk Castle and Erddig, a day at Bangor-on-Dee or Chester races, a trip on a steam train or canal boat. A little further afield are Snowdon or the west Wales coastline with its fabulous sandy beaches. Walking, horseriding, clay pigeon shooting and golf available locally, and Bryn Tanat has rights to 1 mile of fishing on the River Tanat from its riverside lawn and woodland.
At cost by prior arrangement, Bryn Tanat offers fine dining with full chef and maid service. For a romantic evening dine and dance in the elegant garden room overlooking the south-facing terrace, perhaps to a pianist or swing band. Celebration cakes and a florist are available. Bryn Tanat has a beauty and holistic therapist, hairstylist, photographer, ghillie, falconer and offers hot air ballooning from its grounds. These services are all available at cost by prior arrangement. Shops and pub 11/2 miles. Two steps down (ramp can be provided) to living room with open fire. Dining room. Well-equipped kitchen with beams and ‘wood burner’. Sitting room with open fire. Snooker room with full-size table, baby grand piano and ‘wood burner’. Two twin bedrooms. Wet room and toilet. Separate toilet. First floor: Five double bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room and vanity, one with en-suite bathroom with shower cubicle. Two twin bedrooms. Two bathrooms, each with shower cubicle. Separate toilet. Second floor: Double bedroom with additional double bed (for +2), limited headroom and en-suite shower room, vanity and toilet.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Montgomery sleeps 4.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Situated in the heart of Churchstoke - a conservation area on the Shropshire/mid Wales border, this 17th-century Grade II listed building oozes charm and character. Tastefully presented, the property boasts antique furnishings and a landscaped exterior with lawned area all made for a relaxing holiday retreat. Within walking distance lies a country park with an array of animals, as well as the local pub and restaurant. A short drive into Wales leads to numerous NT properties, canal networks and steam train rides, whilst on the Shropshire side, visitors can enjoy many famous towns such as Shrewsbury, Ludlow, Much Wenlock and Ironbridge. Walking, fishing, tennis, deer stalking, horse riding available locally. Living room with open fire and oak floor. Beamed dining room with wood-burning stove and tiled floor. Well-equipped beamed kitchen with tiled floor. First floor: Two double bedrooms, one with 5ft half tester bed. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Llwynmawr sleeps 8.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: Architect’s own restored eco-house. Built into a steep south-facing hillside, each room with direct access to mature gardens and long views over surrounding fields. Light-filled, serene and private, great for cooks. Huge choice of Ceriog Valley walks from the door, pony-trekking and many interesting places to visit. Llangollen 6 miles, Ironbridge, Chester, Chirk Castle, canals and World Heritage aqueduct and much more. Shop and post office in Glynceiriog and Pontfadog 2 miles, pub 1/2 mile. Sun porch. Two double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed; one with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Utility. First floor: Open-plan living/dining room with wood-burning stove, well-equipped kitchen area and door onto balcony. Double bedroom with 5ft bed and French doors to garden. Twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet. Oak floors in most rooms, heated ceramic tiled floors in bathrooms and sun porch.
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Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Sarn sleeps 7.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Sleeps 7
Accommodation overview: Near Offa’s Dyke, in a wonderful rural location for exploring mid Wales and Shropshire, this peaceful and secluded period cottage nestles in 11/2 acres at the head of its own small wooded valley, bordered by a shallow stream. Thoughtfully restored, it stands detached and enjoys a southerly aspect in a natural setting. An idyllic retreat, close to the charming, historic town of Montgomery, with its castle ruins, timeless ambience and a small selection of pubs and restaurants. Shop 2 miles. Spacious living room with wood-burning stove, new oak floor, beamed ceiling and French doors to garden. Beamed kitchen/dining room with wood-burning stove. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms (one beamed, with balcony). Beamed twin bedroom. Single bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Shower room toilet.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Radnorshire sleeps 2.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: These two delightful holiday cottages are set in lovely landscaped gardens amidst the beautiful rolling Radnorshire Hills. Both character properties have original features, are comfortably furnished with country antiques and offer heavenly views across excellent walking country. The Old Vicarage Coach House was once the coach house to the adjacent vicarage, occupied by the owners, and has been beautifully converted with the main living space on the first floor to take full benefit of the spectacular views. Close to Offa’s Dyke Path (1 mile); Ludlow and Hay-on-Wye are 20 miles. Presteigne is 2 miles away. A Michelin star restaurant is a 10-minute drive. Shops and pubs 2 miles.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Cusop Dingle sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: This comfortable 15th-century former mill occupies an idyllic, secluded position by a stream and waterfall. Reached by a wooden footbridge, it offers an ideal holiday base for walkers. Hay-on-Wye 1¼ miles, Brecon 18 miles. Shop and pub 1¼ miles. Footbridge entrance. Beamed living/dining room with terracotta floor and wood-burning stove in inglenook. Fitted kitchen area with French doors to patio area, overlooking waterfall. Spiral staircase from kitchen area to first floor: Sitting-room with wood-burning stove. Utility/drying room. Double bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with toilet. Low beamed ceilings throughout.
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Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Dobshill sleeps 5.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Sleeps 5
Accommodation overview: This cosy detached holiday cottage in the grounds of the owners’ house is perfect for relaxing after a hard day’s shopping or exploring the delightful bustling city of Chester. There is a large garden, complete with orchard, and plenty of room to sit out and enjoy the evening sunshine. Chester has much to offer, including the historic cathedral and city walls, as well as family attractions such as Chester Zoo and Cheshire Oaks. Woodhouse Cottage is also ideal for exploring north east Wales and Llangollen, being conveniently located for the A55. Shops 2 miles, pub ½ mile. Living room with Stanley range and tiled floor. Kitchen with breakfast area, 2-ring electric hob and tiled floor. Wet room with toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with multi-fuel burner. Twin bedroom with additional single pull-out bed (for +1). Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.
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