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Caecrwn

(Ref. 1056874)

Battle near Brecon, South Wales & Pembrokeshire Show on map

4.8

Sykes rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Sky TV
  • Broadband / WiFi

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63 Customer Reviews

  • "We had a lovely week at the cottage, with our two dogs."

    One is terrified of fireworks, and the cottage was rural and peaceful (but easy to get out and about and made a good base), which is why we went this time of year (over Bonfire night). Cottage had everything we needed in a beautiful setting. Dave and Rose were fab. Highly recommend, we intend to go back

    Reviewed by Caroline5.0Nov 2024

  • "Great place to stay."

    Host very friendly and helpful. Would recommend for family get togethers.

    Reviewed by Paul4.7Oct 2024

  • "Stopped for a week with children and dogs."

    The owners are lovely people and very accommodating. The property is beautiful as is the surrounding area. It’s very peaceful and relaxing and lots of nearby dog walks made it perfect for us to enjoy.

    Reviewed by Richard5.0Aug 2024

  • "We had such a lovely time."

    The cottage was immaculate and great views. We would have stayed longer if we could. Thank you so much. Only suggestions was maybe add a kids safety lock on the twin room window, but I appreciate not everyone comes with small children. Is there anyway a footpath could be made during times that the horses and sheep are in fields, as we didn’t really want to drive anywhere, and limited to walk with dog.

    Reviewed by Nicola5.0May 2024

  • "Upon review I think giving this property a 4 star is generous however a 3 star would be considered a little harsh."

    As a staycation couple I would say that in general we were relatively underwhelmed by the property and the experience. We found that whilst the surrounding area was beautiful and the space that you had access to was a bonus, the price was not relative to the experience itself. Upon a 5pm check in (which is quite late) the cottage didn’t feel ready, it had supposedly been cleaned before a late arrival however, the hot tub was green and smelled of stagnant water. There was a strong sour smell coming from the kitchen which we soon discovered to be a bowl of what could only be described as human vomit which was located in a bowl in the kitchen cupboard. I would advise, bringing your own condiments as there was no salt, pepper, sugar ect… it is also worth bringing kitchen roll and toilet paper as minimal quantities of this are provided to guests with no replacements. For the overall price, we felt that you pay a lot for a quite limited, underwhelming and poorly equipped property. That being said, if you don’t mind packing the car as if you’re going camping, this property is perfect!!

    Reviewed by Ellis3.4May 2024

  • "Spent an amazing week at this lovely well equipped cottage in beautiful surroundings."

    Stunning views to wake up to across the Brecons. Lots of places to visit nearby, Waterfalls, the Brecons, Pen Y Fan, Rivers and Canal. Great for walking/cycling. Brecon town is nearby for supermarket shopping. Nice to relax to Hot tub and by the cosy log fire in the evenings. Enjoyed our stay so much we have booked to go again.

    Reviewed by Jane5.0Mar 2024

  • "We had a amazing week ."

    Highly recommended for a lovely quiet holiday. Cottage was beautiful very clean and everything u needed . Thankyou so much making us feel welcome . See u soon

    Reviewed by Roy5.0Mar 2024

  • "Lovely place so tranquil family were lovely and views beautiful"

    Reviewed by Debbie3.8Feb 2024

  • "Me and my 5 friends spent great time at this place."

    Highly recommend!!! Warm, cosy, nice view. deal

    Reviewed by Pawel4.7Feb 2024

  • "The only thing I would say is the quilts on beds were extremely thin and therefore due to being winter was not warm enough also heating was not giving out heat in most of the rooms ."

    The towel rails didn’t work . We did enjoy our stay and the owners were extremely helpful and friendly Thank you

    Reviewed by Mark4.7Jan 2024

  • "Lovely place to stay so quiet and peaceful."

    Mostly everything you need is in the property but. Had to buy a frying pan. Lol. The owners where really helpful Only down side is. The sofas In living room are really uncomfortable. Spent most of time in kitchen. Also as we arrived in the dark the turning to the property was really hard to find.

    Reviewed by Christine4.7Nov 2023

  • "What a beautiful cottage, me and my family had a lovely time here celebrating my 60th birthday."

    The cottage was lovely and clean inside, the king size bed was so comfortable always got a good nights sleep. The scenery from the hot tub was amazing, the owners were very helpful, would definitely recommend the usk and railway inn at Sennybridge for food it was excellent and the Aberglais pontsarn pub and restaurant food also excellent, Cardiff not to far away for a visit, would definitely recommend this property.

    Reviewed by Trevor5.0Nov 2023

  • "We really enjoyed our holiday in this lovely cottage, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside."

    Thank you for letting us stay. Tony, Helen, Jake, Tai and Oscar(The dog).

    Reviewed by Tony5.0Oct 2023

  • "Caecrwn is a wonderful barn conversion and it's in a serene location."

    The views are phenomenal and the quietness off the scale, exactly what we were looking for. It is as beautiful inside and had everything six adults and two dogs could have wanted. The owners are on site and were fab, nothing to much trouble. All who went would thoroughly recommend it and I would definitely book again. If you want peace and away from the world for a moment, in a place with all you needed, this is for you.

    Reviewed by Gary4.4Oct 2023

  • "Beautiful cottage for a relaxing break, very roomy and comfortable."

    Lovely hot tub and views. Would recommend.

    Reviewed by Marilyn5.0Sep 2023

  • "We love our stay caecrwn and would love to stay they again we have stayed in a ..."

    We love our stay caecrwn and would love to stay they again we have stayed in a few cottages over the years and this is by far one of the best the view from the patio is one you would never get bored of we where welcomed by the owners on arrival who where very friendly and helpful and through out our stay respected our privacy even while they worked on there farm we had a slight issue with the hot tub and after a chat with the owners it was rectified quickly and conveniently while we was out for the day this property has everything you need for a nice chilled relaxing stay

    Reviewed by Adam5.0Aug 2023

  • "This is the second time we’ve visited the property over the last year or so & we’re really pleased we came back."

    The weather wasn’t great to begin with but just sitting on the patio or in the kitchen enjoying the fantastic views of the fields, mountains, watching the clouds rolling across the sky, watching the sheep & the farmer cutting grass not to mention the horses, foal and one vey adorable donkey who my daughter just loved was fantastic, very relaxing & very quickly had us in full holiday mode. We brought our four dogs with us & are very grateful to the owners for allowing this as holiday destinations of this calibre that allow this number of pets are like gold dust. The owners are very friendly and easily findable whenever needed for all those things you inadvertently forget. We enjoyed our stay so much that we booked a return visit for November and are looking forward to experiencing such an idyllic holiday destination in the winter months.

    Reviewed by Matt5.0Aug 2023

  • "We had a wonderful dog friendly stay at Caecrwn."

    Loved the views from the hot tub and it’s a great base from which to explore Brecon area and beyond.

    Reviewed by Marion4.7Jul 2023

  • "Superb location with incredibly helpful and friendly owners."

    Cottage really well and thoughtfully equipped. Amazing views and brilliant enclosed area for the dog. A great place to get away and enjoy the beauty of the Brecon countryside. Hot tub was a treat with stunning views.

    Reviewed by Peter5.0May 2023

  • "Lovely people always friendly and helpful."

    Super to be in the countryside and especially with hot tube and views. Kitchen stocked with excellent equipment. Sofas are a bit uncomfortable . Pillows thin and mattress could have been firmer. Lovely location and owners always around to chat with. The only downside was the three owners dogs who came hurtling towards our dogs everyone we went out to the car or returned back to property Our rescue dogs were nervous and it did become a bit difficulty for us. The owner always called them back and no incident ever took place. But it did cause us a bit of concern . Complete security on patio area for dogs to be outside with us. If you want to chill this is just perfect. Brecon 4 miles away so close to for shopping . Would our party of the people and three dogs go back ? For us it would be a no.

    Hi Penny, thank you for your lovely comments and useful feedback, which we have taken onboard. With regards our collies, this was never mentioned during our many chats about all our animals here and your beautiful rescues, so it pains me to now learn that they were causing you difficulty. We are very sorry for this inconvenience and especially any distress to your dogs! Had it been mentioned, we would have absolutely ensured suitable arrangements were made. We hope you are all safe and well, it was a pleasure hosting you! Dave Property Owner

    Reviewed by Penny4.1May 2023

  • "Absolutely wonderful, relaxing break, everything was perfect"

    Reviewed by Linda5.0May 2023

  • "Lovely welcome by the owner, great property overall very nice and clean just felt a little tlc needed in areas to make it outstanding."

    Reviewed by Josh4.4Apr 2023

  • "Set in beautiful countryside, quiet, comfortable and very enjoyable."

    Hope to visit again

    Reviewed by Maggie5.0Apr 2023

  • "This is probably the best cottage that we have rented for a holiday."

    Extremely comfy beds and very well equipped home. Good access to all 3 mountain ranges in the Brecon Beacons and links to local towns such as Merthyr and Abergavenny. Large hot tub and utility area were the icing on the cake. Very well equipped kitchen and good amount of storage in the bedrooms.

    Reviewed by Nicholas5.0Apr 2023

  • "Been to this cottage before, lovely beautiful views, one downside is the ..."

    Been to this cottage before, lovely beautiful views, one downside is the beautiful hottub could do with overhead cover as it was raining and although warm & lovely bit miserable with rain on your head but all lovely other than that

    Reviewed by Sandra5.0Mar 2023

  • "Lovely cottage in lovely surroundings."

    We loved using the hot tub, even in the rain. The owners were very friendly. Overall, fantastic holiday.

    Reviewed by Deborah5.0Mar 2023

  • "We loved our stay at Caecrwn cottage."

    The house had everything we needed for a relaxing break. The beds were all comfy and facilities were good. Loved the large country kitchen table with the beautiful views over the Brecon Beacons. There are tiled floors throughout the ground floor so would definitely recommend slippers or thick socks in the winter months! It's in a quiet location just a short drive from Brecon - good directions from Dave and Rose were helpful in finding the cottage. Lots of lovely walks and a good base from exploring this part of Wales. We would happily return to Caecrwn Brecon itself is well worth a visit as is Abergavenny. A little off the beaten track we would recommend The Castle Inn at Llangorse - about half an hour away - for the most fantastic Sunday lunch we've had in years!

    Reviewed by Amanda5.0Mar 2023

  • "Words and pictures do not do this place justice - it's first class and I cannot recommend it highly enough."

    I booked a last-minute stay for 7 nights. Communication with the owners was very easy, and I was provided easy directions although sat-nav took me straight there. On arrival, I received a warm welcome from the owner and a comprehensive tour of the property and features. It was spotlessly clean and felt spacious yet incredibly homely. The location is stunning - well away from the main road, in a valley, with lovely views of fields and woodland. It's very peaceful and stars at night put on a real show. The hot-tub is a proper hot-tub which the owner maintains well, and has a genuine rock 'n' roll insulation cover to keep the temperature stable at night. Kitchen is stocked with good equipment and the fridge freezer was large enough for us only to do one shop all week. The lounge has a good woodburner and cozy ambient lighting. The selection of board games was a lovely touch and we enjoyed time away from the television! All three bedrooms were supremely comfortable, well insulated, and well equipped. The bathrooms have excellent showers. The home has central heating which heats all radiators across two zones and the hot water. It can be thermostatically controlled and has timers and boost settings. The house is so well insulated and warm that we barely needed to use it. The house is situated a few miles north of Brecon. There are lots of things to do locally. If you want to burn some energy off, I recommend climbing Pen y Ffan from the nearby north approach which is much quieter than the south route. At nearly 3,000 ft, it is a spectacular walk from start to finish and well worth a day out. We can't wait to come back to Caecrwn and would not hesitate to others.

    Reviewed by Jonathan5.0Feb 2023

  • "The property was on the whole very clean, comfortable and owners very friendly."

    A couple of minor points which the owner may not be aware of - - The sofas were not very comfortable, it seems that the base seat cushions had gone really flat over time. (particularly the centre sofa where you can feel the wooden frame when sitting down) - We took both our dogs and were informed the could go on the lawn area down the steps from the patio. We always clean up after our dogs but were a little disappointed that there was already a large amount of dog waste on the grass. This could be from the previous guests and I did pick up several bags over a couple of days. - The lounge and kitchen seemed very cold at night even though the heating was on. The two small radiators in the very large lounge just didnt do the trick and so we did have to use the log burner every night to be comfortable. As I say these are minor points but I think its always useful to give all feedback so the owners are aware. This will in no way stop us recommending the property and in all our stay was very nice. The bed in the master bedroom was amazing and so comfortable, house was extremely well equipped and the hot tub was a massive bonus.

    Thank you for letting us know Neil. I will get these sorted. Thank you. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Neil4.7Jan 2023

  • "We have just spent a weekend in Caecrwn for my husband's 60th birthday ."

    The property was lovely and it was spotless. The owners make your stay as they are so friendly. Would definitely go back !!!

    Reviewed by Melany5.0Jan 2023

  • "Amazing property, location very scenic."

    Dave & Rose very accommodating and very helpful.

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0Nov 2022

  • "We were greeted on arrival by the owners, their young children and three friendly Collie’s."

    After a short chat it was great to know they were available if needed. We were blessed by unseasonably good weather and managed to go for a walk or visit sites in the dry. If it had been wetter there was plenty of entertainment with the smart TV board games,WiFi and the hot tub. The property was well presented and we enjoyed chats around the enormous kitchen table. A minor problem with hot water was solved immediately and we really enjoyed the fresh vegetables from Dave’s allotment. A great place to stay with a dog and we highly recommended it.

    Reviewed by Nigel5.0Oct 2022

  • "We stayed at this cottage on the 7/10/22 for a week the cottage was absolutely amazing beautiful views From every window as well as the hot tub , lovely and cosy in the evening with the log burner on."

    Dave and Rose are very accommodating and nothing is too much trouble for them, we had such a great time that we have rebooked for next December for Christmas 2023 can’t wait . From Les Sharon & Barbara. From Kent

    Reviewed by Sharon5.0Oct 2022

  • "We had an amazing holiday!"

    The cottage was very clean and spacious and really cosy at night with the log fire lit. The owners were super welcoming and overall lovely people. Outstanding location with beautiful views from the terrace and hot tub. Would definitely recommend

    Reviewed by Carol5.0Sep 2022

  • "Lovely property with wonderful views"

    Reviewed by Pauline3.4Sep 2022

  • "Absolutely stunning property surrounded by breathtaking views."

    The property was clean and well presented with lots of home comforts, as well as the luxury of a hot tub on the terrace. The one and only issue was a lack of toilet rolls - I’d recommend bringing your own as there’s only 1 roll per bathroom provided and it isn’t the best quality. The owners were friendly and very helpful! A lovely little weekend getaway, I’d definitely book again!

    Reviewed by Samantha5.0Sep 2022

  • "Idyllic location / property fully as described, probably better actually!"

    Friendly helpful hosts Would definitely return And recommend to one & all

    Reviewed by Glyn5.0Jun 2022

  • "Super amazing stay."

    Exactly as described. Is even bigger in person than the pictures appear. Nice large living room with plenty of seating and a big table in the kitchen. Three toilets in the cottage altogether. Lovely big hot tub. There was plenty of room with 5 of us in there. Could easily fit 6 and still have space! Nice enclosed back garden for the dog to happily run around in, and to say hello to the horses on the field underneath! The views are absolutely incredible, you can see the rolling hills of the Beacons from all around. Short drive to Brecon town where we hired a canal boat and had pub lunches/drinks. Aldis and Morrisons there too. The cathedral is super lovely and has a garden cafe. The only down points (which weren't big at all!) Was there were only a few complimentary teabags, and only a few loo rolls. We had to go out and get more of these supplies, which I've never had to do when staying places before, but it was a minor inconvenience. And there was only a small recycling box underneath the sink and nowhere for us to empty it. So we started filling up boxes etc with our recycling, which was obviously a bit of a pain with the dog sniffing about. We didn't really have hot water all week, it was lukewarm at best, but we used the hot tub to warm up so wasn't too much of an issue. But honestly these were minor things. Everything else was super perfect and I would definitely come back again so thank you to the hosts! Perfect way to spend my birthday :)

    Reviewed by Channelle5.0Jun 2022

  • "Lovely, comfortable house for six people in a magical setting."

    The views from the terrace (with hot tub) are stunning. Pretty, easy circular walk from the house to the river with friendly ponies to see en route. Short drive into Brecon. Very comfortable beds and sofas, excellent showers and well equipped kitchen. The only thing we would have liked to have seen was better reading light in the sitting room. Would definitely return.

    Reviewed by Peter5.0May 2022

  • "The place was very beautiful, the time which we spent was amazing."

    Anyone who wants to escape from the city and spend time in nature is definitely recommended.

    Reviewed by Olita5.0May 2022

  • "We have just got back from a lovely 2 night stay, the host Dave was really friendly and welcoming."

    There was a group of 6 of us and not one of us had a bad thing to say about the property, the views were absolutely stunning. The only thing that we aren’t happy about is that we should of booked for a longer stay! Thank you so much we will definitely be back!

    Reviewed by Paula5.0May 2022

  • "Lovely cottage in great location."

    Reviewed by Samantha5.0Apr 2022

  • "Lovely stay."

    Wonderful property and very friendly hosts. Very comfortable. If I was being ultra-critical, the large sofa in the lounge is getting past its best and is lacking a little padding in the seat and the kitchen could use a couple of smaller oven dishes for use by couples or smaller parties....but don't let this detract from a superb property.

    Reviewed by Steve5.0Feb 2022

  • "We had a fantastic stay - thank you!"

    !. The owners (Dave and Rose) were so lovely and helpful (on hand if we needed anything or even just a passing chat). The cottage was so spacious, well equipped and clean it simply exceeded our expectations - the views from the hot tub were amazing!! Great base for exploring the Brecons. Will be booking up again very soon!

    Reviewed by Paula5.0Feb 2022

  • "A beautiful house in every way, the views from the windows were amazing."

    The beds were very comfortable and the whole house was exceptionally clean. My only down points were that we couldn't get in the hot tub on arrival day as it had been cleaned and was cold , this was very disappointing as we were only staying for two nights. The other point was it was very cold in the house in the evenings, it was cold outside, but the heating was inadequate, we even had the log fire going but was still cold. I would go back but in warmer times of the year.

    Thank you for your comments Deborah. I am sorry that the hot tub was not ready for you on the evening of your arrival. We have high standards for the hygiene and water quality of our hot tub and we always want our guests to have the best possible experience. When we are not satisfied that those standards are met we have but a few hours between guests to empty, clean, refill and chemically balance it, and although we do these things as quickly as possible it still, unfortunately, takes 12-16 hours to heat. We have looked at the heating and we have spent a good amount of time balancing and servicing the radiators throughout, and we believe this has helped it along and now doing the job it is meant to. We wish you all the best, Rose and Dave Property Owner

    Reviewed by Deborah4.7Jan 2022

  • "Directions to cottage need improving."

    On arrival the cottage was very cold - no heating on or fire lit. Had to ask owner to increase thermostat control. This is a cottage in Brecon in January and heating is required. Some items in the cottage were broken before we arrived and the main cooker broke whilst we were there. None of these jobs were sorted before we left. We have stayed in this cottage before under a different owner and there was more attention to detail then. Not sure if we will return.

    Thank you for your feedback Phillip, it is greatly appreciated. We are reviewing the directions to the Cottage based on your comments; Caecrwn Cottage is pinned on Google Maps and we encourage guests to use that, as the postcode will drop you off at another farm. We make sure the cottage is fully cleaned between guests, and as per Covid safety measures for both our cleaners and our guests this does mean fully airing the rooms which leads to a drop in temperature. We apologise that the Cottage had not got back up to full temperature by the time of your arrival. (Regretfully we cannot light unattended fires, although that would be a lovely welcoming sight!) It was incredibly unfortunate that the main oven broke during your stay, and that the new oven was only able to be delivered on the day of your departure, we are deeply sorry for the inconvenience this caused you. The other broken items - the patio light and a heated towel rail - have been booked in with an electrician for some time, which we only attend to when the Cottage is vacant, to avoid disturbing guests. Again we apologise for any inconvenience that their absence caused during your stay. All the best, Rose and Dave x Property Owner

    Reviewed by Phillip2.2Jan 2022

  • "Beautiful quiet retreat."

    Exactly what we were looking for.

    Reviewed by David5.0Jan 2022

  • "Great place to stay with stunning views."

    Host very pleasant and helpful. Would highly recommend

    Reviewed by Paul5.0Dec 2021

  • "Dave was very helpful but respected our privacy."

    The owners cottage was only a few metres away. The cottage seemed to have been recently refurbished so kitchen and bathrooms are in great condition. The log fire in the cottage was nice addition. Hot tub has an amazing view..

    Reviewed by Arif5.0Dec 2021

  • "We had a fabulous stay, Dave and Rose could not have been more lovely and welcoming."

    The cottage had everything we needed for a comfortable stay and for the week we were there nothing was too much trouble. We would definitely return.

    Reviewed by Michaella4.4Nov 2021

  • "Really enjoyed our stay, owners very hospitable"

    Reviewed by Damian5.0Oct 2021

  • "Brilliant stay will definitely try to stay again thanks to Dave and Rose for all their help"

    Reviewed by Geoffrey5.0Oct 2021

  • "It was fantastic better than expected."

    The only feed back I can give is larger plastic plates for outside use and perhaps an ash tray. We loved our stay. Alastair &Lisa Mullins

    Reviewed by Lisa5.0Aug 2021

  • "Great venue and setting."

    .Rose and Dave who own it are welcoming and helpful. A couple of improvenent suggestions: The mattresses in the non ensuite room were very soft which didn't work for us so well and the patio with hot tub on it is a lovely space but needs weeding to look at its best

    Reviewed by Ann4.4Aug 2021

  • "Beautiful tranquil location."

    Cottage is very comfortable and well equipped. Hosts were very friendly and helpful. A wonderful place to relax with easy access to outstanding walks as well as local towns. Highly recommended

    Reviewed by Tracey5.0Jul 2021

  • "Caecrwn is a lovely cottage with very good facilities for a comfortable stay."

    The view from the hot tub makes it very memorable.

    Reviewed by Evelyn5.0Jul 2021

  • "Wonderful holiday in a lovely well equipped spacious cottage with amazing views and so peaceful."

    The owners Dave and Rose were helpful. We loved the hot tub and watching the horses, pony and donkey in the fields in front. For us the only thing missing was some comfortable garden furniture and/or a couple of sun loungers. We had great weather and felt these were really needed especially on such a lovely large patio area. Highly recommended otherwise.

    Reviewed by Kim4.4Jul 2021

  • "Friendly and helpful owners, great views, lots of space and great base for exploring the Brecon Beacons"

    Reviewed by Jo5.0Jul 2021

  • "It was so relaxing."

    Beautiful views and the cottage was clean and fully equipped for families. Would highly recommend. . The owners are very inviting and just leave you to do your own thing. Really enjoyed thanks to Sykes and rose and Dave.

    Reviewed by L5.0Jun 2021

  • "The location and views far exceeded any of the pictures and indeed the cottage itself,it’s different levels and interest."

    Reviewed by Andrea4.1Jun 2021

  • "Stunning views which were thoroughly enjoyed from the hot tub!"

    The cottage is delightful and very well equipped, very clean and tidy, peaceful with only a short drive to the local town. We enjoyed meeting a couple of the resident horses and had a cheeky little visit from one of the very friendly dogs 'Freddie' who we loved giving a fuss too! Only small criticism would be there was quite a lot of weeds on the patio which slightly spoilt the overall look of the cottage as the rest was so well maintained but it didn't affect our wonderful experience in any way! Overall a fantastic few days away in luxury and comfort which well exceeded our expectations, we will definitely be visiting again!

    Reviewed by Jenna4.7May 2021

  • "This was a family break, just to get away from it all for a couple of days and relax, which we were able to do without any problems."

    From the moment we stepped into the property, we felt like were at home. The cleanliness was amazing with not a single fault to be found anywhere. The beds were very comfortable and a great nights sleep was had by all. Great detail is given to make the rooms as warm and enticing as possible. The living area had enough seating so that the 5 of us were very comfortably sat around the log fire to chat or watch TV. The owners Dave and Rose met us on arrival and then left us to our privacy, but made sure we knew they were on hand should we need them. They were very helpful when we couldn't get the TV to work and even though it was 9.30pm, Dave came and sorted the problem out for us. We could not have asked for better service than that. The kitchen was a fabulous size and had everything you needed to dine as a family and every utensil you needed was provided. The most amazing thing about the weekend was the jacuzzi hot tub which was enjoyed thoroughly by us all. Sitting in there, relaxing with stunning views was just what we needed, and although the rain showers continued, they didn't put us off enjoying ourselves. I only wish we had booked for longer. The location is very secluded, although on a working farm. The closest shop was about 4 miles away, so not too far, but as we were only there for the weekend, we wanted to make the most of it so took all our food with us. I think if Dave & Rose had a couple of souvenirs, which could be bought it would be fantastic. This is not a negative, but just an idea. I love to take home a fridge magnet/ keyring/ mug, of every place I visit and because we just wanted to relax we didn't go out and about. We all enjoyed this place so much that we hope to book again as soon as we can and I would highly recommend the property and customer service of these hosts. Thank you Dave & Rose from Dal and family.

    Reviewed by Dalvir5.0May 2021

  • "Fantastic hosts & fantastic property."

    Everything was perfect from the minute we got there until the minute we left. The hosts were always on hand to help whether that was with the hot tub or walking routes for the dogs. I would recommend the hosts & property to anybody in a heartbeat. Thanks for everything from the Crocker family

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0Apr 2021

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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size double with en-suite shower room, 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Cloakroom
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Utility
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Oil central heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, selection of books, games, DVDs and Wi-Fi
  • Fuel, power inc. in rent (The owners provide a large amount of wood for the log burner approx £20 at current value then is chargeable at £10 for any subsequent refills)
  • Bed linen and towels included in rent
  • Cot and highchair available
  • Off-road parking for 4 cars
  • Bike storage
  • Enclosed rear patio with Jacuzzi hot tub, furniture and barbecue
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 4.5 miles
  • Note: Dogs to be kept on leads when outside due to livestock nearby
  • Note: Sloping ceilings and low beams in bedrooms
  • Note: Stabling and grazing available at additional cost, by prior arrangement with owners
  • Note: Free fishing available by prior arrangement with owners, restrictions apply and valid licence required
  • Note: The hot tub isn't suitable for young children, please contact the owner for further details
  • Note: This property accepts a maximum of 6 guests

The property

Brecon 4.5 miles.

A wonderful detached stone barn conversion on a working livestock farm, set down a short lane in superb countryside, near the village of Battle, close to Brecon.

With only the owner's own home nearby, this rural cottage offers the highest quality accommodation, boasting incredible views across the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), making it the ideal base for a family or group of friends wanting to enjoy a luxurious and relaxing rural retreat.

Enter Caecrwn to discover a host of stunning features, including solid oak flooring on the first floor and Italian tiling on the ground floor, and make your way along the spacious hallway, towards a bright and airy kitchen/diner, fully equipped with all of the appliances you could need to create home-cooked meals, to be enjoyed at the dining table.

From here, open the French door onto the enclosed patio garden, which stretches around to the side of the property and offers wonderful views of Pen Y Fan, the highest of the peaks in the National Park, boasting a fantastic Jacuzzi hot tub, sure to provide a luxurious end to each day of your stay, as well as a seating area and barbecue, which you can take full advantage of by dining alfresco during the summer months, and a spacious lawn where pets can run freely and stretch their legs.

Make your way into the inviting sitting room, relaxing on one of the leather sofas beside the warming woodburning stove as you flick through the channels on the Freeview TV, or curl up with a good book.

Head upstairs to discover three unique and lovingly decorated bedrooms; the master super-king-size double offers a convenient en-suite shower room, while the double and twin rooms share access to a family shower room, while all three rooms emanate charm, with low beams and sloping ceilings adding plenty of character.

Enjoy walks amidst the 23 acres of farmland surrounding the property, try your hand at salmon fishing, or maybe a hack if you've brought your horse along with you.

Venture a little way to enjoy a round of golf, a bicycle ride or maybe visit the interesting town of Brecon itself, which showcases fascinating Georgian and Jacobean architecture, museums, a theatre, a cinema and many events, including an annual Jazz Festival.

The unique and ancient town of Hay-on-Wye is slightly further afield, on the Welsh/English border, known for its international Literature Festival and offering a multitude of charming bookshops to peruse, as well as several antique shops, restaurants and cafés, and provides excellent walking, cycling, birdwatching, fishing and canoeing opportunities.

Explore the magnificent Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park), which boasts incredible walking, hiking and cycling opportunities amidst incredible rural and mountainous landscapes, including the Black Mountains, the Three Castles Walk, Eastnor Castle, the Offa's Dyke Path and the Mortimer Trail.

Caecrwn is an ideal base from which to explore Brecon and the nearby national park.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

BRECON

Hay-on-Wye 15 miles; Builth Wells 16 miles; Abergavenny 20 miles.

On the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park) lies the historic cathedral town of Brecon, boasting beautiful Georgian and Jacobean architecture, many museums, a theatre and cinema, individual shops, restaurants and inns serving real ales and local food. The Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park) offers the avid walker and keen cyclist spectacular scenery at any time of the year, with rolling countryside and valleys and the wild beauty of waterfalls and caves. The park is home to traditional market towns, castles, ancient monuments and miles of canal where many pretty walks can be enjoyed. For the less energetic, pony trekking, canal cruising or the local Brecon Steam Railway are a must. Travel a little further to Hay-on-Wye with its numerous book shops, visit the craft and collectors’ fairs and the four day Royal Welsh Agricultural Show at Builth Wells, or explore the delightful medieval town of Abergavenny. A perfect base for an all-year-round family holiday.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas