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Great Cantal Granary

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 280 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Llandrindod Wells
  • Offa's Dyke Centre
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Shropshire Hills
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Royal Welsh Showground
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Great Cantal Granary

Nestled away within the sweeping hills is this homely and historic 1 bedroom cottage, a perfect destination for a couples relaxing break, whilst being perfectly located for any variety of reasons, your visit to the Great Cantal Granary should be met with comfort in this serene little valley. Just 30 mins away from the highly regarded annual Hay Festival, Great Cantal Granary is an ideal spot to feel at home. Upon entering the reception area with unique pieces of furniture, setting the tone for the history throughout. The w/c and shower room sits off the reception area, as does the open plan living room, kitchen and dining area which looks out to the rear of the property, whilst just up the stairs the bedroom the exposed brick and wooden beams add to the character of the Great Cantal Granary.

Converted to detached holiday accommodation, the Granary was built in early Victorian times as the grain store for the adjoining Great Cantal Mill, which itself dates back to the 17th century. The mill, which last operated in the late 1940s, had a wooden overshot mill wheel on its east wall, powered by water from the River Aran. The mill served as the ’court mill’ for the parish: local farmers brought their grain to Great Cantal, where it was stored in the Granary until it was milled.

Most of the mill machinery had been removed by the 1980s but one of the bedstones, made of French burr stone, dating from about 1830 and weighing over a ton was carefully removed and is now on display at Talgarth Mill, which is about 30 miles away, between Hay on Wye and Brecon.

A network of tracks crosses the farm, giving easy access to Maelienydd and Little Hill Commons. Overlooking the farm to the north is Beacon Hill Common, a moorland across which runs Glyndwr’s Way, a long distance footpath running from Knighton to Machynlleth. All three commons are access land on which there is the right to roam.

A little north of Builth Wells, is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a European Special Area of Conservation, where a variety of wildlife can be found. Twitters will be interested in Maelienydd, a breeding ground for redshank and curlew and Beacon Hill still hosts the rare ring ouzel, as well as red grouse. One of Radnorshire Wildlife Trust’s nature reserves, Tylcau Hill, lies about 2 miles from the Granary and is open to visitors all year round. The spa town of Llandrindod Wells is 15 miles. Shop 8 miles, pub and restaurant 4½ miles.

Booking Conditions:
- Pet Friendly, max 2.
- Guests are to take note that whilst there is no access restrictions, some vehicles may not wish to cross the river, in which guests will have to walk across a little bridge instead. Parking on site for one car only, no vans. Parking for an additional car might be possible on request.
- There is a sofa bed in the bedroom should a 3rd guest wish to stay, please select the extra bed upon booking so linens can be provided.
- Energy rates are inclusive to your stay, however excessive use above average may be charged for at cost - Please contact Finest Retreats for more information prior to booking if required.

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Amenities

Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Dangerous animals not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-22:00

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Llandrindod Wells

Located in Llandrindod Wells, this cottage is in a rural area. Llanbister War Memorial and Llanbister Methodist Church are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Shropshire Hills and Withybeds Nature Reserve. The Spaceguard Centre and Rock Park are also worth visiting.
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Llandrindod Wells

What's nearby

  • Offa's Dyke Centre - 18 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Shropshire Hills - 19 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Gigrin Farm Red Kite Feeding Centre - 30 min drive - 37.8 km
  • Elan Valley - 32 min drive - 39.8 km
  • Royal Welsh Showground - 34 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • Llanbister Road Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Waterdine - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hundred House Inn, Bleddfa - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Radnorshire Arms - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Severn Arms Hotel - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Lloyney Inn - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Great Cantal Granary pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Great Cantal Granary?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Great Cantal Granary?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Great Cantal Granary located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Llanbister War Memorial, Llanbister Methodist Church and St. Anno's Church. Bron-Yr-Efail Wood and Shropshire Hills are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Communication
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Greg

Peaceful rest in a beautiful location.

The location was beautiful, the bed was comfy and it made the perfect base for us to explore the area of Wales.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay

Lovely stay, thank you very much. Will definitely recommend to friends and will hopefully be back!
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10/10 Excellent

A real get away

Enjoyed our stay, wonderful location. A real get away from it all! Enjoyed exploring the surrounding area.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful stay!

Wonderful Stay , wonderful find and stunning scenery , especially The Elan Valley and Gilfach. Edmund was most welcoming and helpful ,on our arrival . Delicious farm eggs and Welsh cakes . Thankyou We will definitely return !

10/10 Excellent

Colette

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Converted Granary is a unique experience, feeling of history and bygone times
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10/10 Excellent

Unique, quaint and inspiring stay

Unique, quaint and inspiring. Perfect selection of cheese and biscuits too, enhanced our peaceful evenings. Many thanks.
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10/10 Excellent

A lovely, peaceful and relaxing break

A lovely, peaceful and relaxing break. Leia loved the location and enjoyable walk and making friends with the farm dogs. Thank you.
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6/10 Okay

Ivy

Locale and host lovely, could do with a bit of modernisation.

Lovely peaceful location. Host was very helpful and pleasant We found it difficult to get comfortable in the granary. The bed was quite hard and uncomfortable, and some of the sofas and chairs weren’t much better. Wi-Fi connectivity was poor and so was TV reception, Tv also did not work properly. Property could do with a good dusting too

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