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10/10 Excellent
Raymond
6 Apr 2025
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Raymond
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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Cosy, smart self-contained stone cottage, 1000 feet up
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4100 sq m
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Explore the area
Builth Wells, Wales
- Place, River Wye12 min drive
- Place, Erwood Station Craft Centre, Gallery and Tea Rooms13 min drive
- Place, Brecon Beacons National Park22 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Main bedroom
1 Double Bed
Other bedroom
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Downstairs loo
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cosy, smart self-contained stone cottage, 1000 feet up
A cosy self-contained stone cottage on the south-facing slope of a peaceful green valley below Cefn Llwydallt. We're 1000 feet up and the views are brilliant! The Barn Annexe has a remote and "get away from it all" feeling, but is just three miles from the main A470 road, and a short drive from Hay-on-Wye, Brecon, Builth Wells, and the Brecon Beacons National Park.
The Barn Annexe is perfect for a self-catering stay. Private parking for one or two cars is right by the front door. Downstairs is open plan, with spacious kitchen, dining and lounge areas, and a toilet; upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom with shower and toilet. There's wifi throughout, a picnic table outside, and a grassy lawn leading down to a stream. Have a wander: you are welcome. And there are great walks, literally from the front door!
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• Recently converted from a former double garage, the Barn Annexe is roomy, smart, clean and comfortable. And deliberately uncluttered, but with all the essentials for a comfy stay.
• The front door looks out onto green fields with a great view up the beautiful Sgethwin valley. Above us is the common land of Cefn Llwydallt. To the south, Hay Bluff and the rest of the Brecon Beacons are our backdrop.
• It's quiet! Fall asleep to the sounds of sheep and the breeze in the trees.
• There are lots of fine walks, nearby or just a short drive away, along the River Wye and in the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons.
• Night-time skies are dark (bring your telescope!)
• It's a good place for bird watchers: crossbill, pipits, wheatear, kites, buzzards...
• Sorry, but we can’t accept dogs (we have cats, and there are sheep nearby).
• Please note that this is a rural location, with access via single-track roads and a track.
Interaction with guests
The Barn where we (Jo and Dave) live is nearby, but not too close. We won’t be in your face! We'll do our best to help you enjoy your stay in our beautiful valley.
The Barn Annexe is perfect for a self-catering stay. Private parking for one or two cars is right by the front door. Downstairs is open plan, with spacious kitchen, dining and lounge areas, and a toilet; upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom with shower and toilet. There's wifi throughout, a picnic table outside, and a grassy lawn leading down to a stream. Have a wander: you are welcome. And there are great walks, literally from the front door!
More information
• Recently converted from a former double garage, the Barn Annexe is roomy, smart, clean and comfortable. And deliberately uncluttered, but with all the essentials for a comfy stay.
• The front door looks out onto green fields with a great view up the beautiful Sgethwin valley. Above us is the common land of Cefn Llwydallt. To the south, Hay Bluff and the rest of the Brecon Beacons are our backdrop.
• It's quiet! Fall asleep to the sounds of sheep and the breeze in the trees.
• There are lots of fine walks, nearby or just a short drive away, along the River Wye and in the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons.
• Night-time skies are dark (bring your telescope!)
• It's a good place for bird watchers: crossbill, pipits, wheatear, kites, buzzards...
• Sorry, but we can’t accept dogs (we have cats, and there are sheep nearby).
• Please note that this is a rural location, with access via single-track roads and a track.
Interaction with guests
The Barn where we (Jo and Dave) live is nearby, but not too close. We won’t be in your face! We'll do our best to help you enjoy your stay in our beautiful valley.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Can fit stair gate, have high chair.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Builth Wells
Located in Builth Wells, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Brecon Beacons National Park and Glasbury Cutting Nature Reserve, while Erwood Station Craft Centre, Gallery and Tea Rooms and Brecknock Museum & Art Gallery are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Royal Welsh Showground and Brecon Leisure Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Builth Wells, Wales
What's nearby
- River Wye - 12 min drive - 5.7 km
- Erwood Station Craft Centre, Gallery and Tea Rooms - 13 min drive - 7.1 km
- Brecon Beacons National Park - 22 min drive - 17.7 km
- Royal Welsh Showground - 23 min drive - 20.4 km
- Builth Wells Golf Club - 24 min drive - 21.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Griffin Inn - 11 min drive
- Honey Cafe - 14 min drive
- The Felin Fach Griffin - 16 min drive
- Cock Hotel - 15 min drive
- The Wheelwrights Arms - 5 min drive
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Reviews
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10/10
Staff & service
9.2/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Timothy
1 May 2023
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Timothy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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8/10 Good
Mike B.
28 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super property!
Mike B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent
HAYDN J.
25 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Location
HAYDN J.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Alison B.
7 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alison B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Deborah C.
15 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic setting
Deborah C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Tim S.
29 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property in a picturesque location
Tim S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Rachael S.
16 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spacious
Rachael S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Emily Ann W.
7 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Emily Ann W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Peter S.
27 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barn annexe
Peter S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Preston
9 Feb 2022
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Preston
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Graham C.
16 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful chill
Graham C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
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10/10 Excellent
Jenny A.
4 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property in stunning scenery.
Jenny A.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Nikki N.
28 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect hideaway
Nikki N.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021
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8/10 Good
Verified traveller
17 June 2021
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Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent
Cameron J.
14 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely scenary
Cameron J.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent
Jarrad T.
31 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Builth wells
Jarrad T.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Calum W.
31 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
December break
Calum W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Rosemari M.
16 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb country location
Rosemari M.
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10/10 Excellent
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17 June 2019
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Judy S.
17 June 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, stylish accommodation in a beautiful location
Judy S.
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10/10 Excellent
Timothy
4 Sept 2023
Timothy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Dave Favis-Mortlock
My wife Jo and I love living in our beautiful Welsh valley, and we're so glad that our guests can also enjoy this wonderful part of the world along with us and our two cats. We live in a converted barn near the Barn Annexe. When we're not at home, we might be out walking or playing "jazz with Gypsy zing" in our musical group FiddleBop.
Why they chose this property
Nowadays, the Barn Annexe is a cosy self-contained stone cottage, which our guests love. But before Jo and I moved from Oxfordshire to this beautiful place in 2017, it was a rather dilapidated (and crowded!) double garage.
We decided to make it into a nice place for visitors. This took us over a year and involved a lot of hard work. We've tried to make the Barn Annexe as comfortable as possible for a self-catering stay. We think that it is just the sort of place we would enjoy staying in ourselves. :-)
It's roomy but cosy, traditional in style but with modern amenities. And while there is pretty much everything that you need for a comfortable stay, the place is deliberately uncluttered. Downstairs is open-plan, with kitchen, dining and lounge areas, and a toilet. Upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom with shower and toilet. Outside, there is parking for one or two cars. You'll love it!
We decided to make it into a nice place for visitors. This took us over a year and involved a lot of hard work. We've tried to make the Barn Annexe as comfortable as possible for a self-catering stay. We think that it is just the sort of place we would enjoy staying in ourselves. :-)
It's roomy but cosy, traditional in style but with modern amenities. And while there is pretty much everything that you need for a comfortable stay, the place is deliberately uncluttered. Downstairs is open-plan, with kitchen, dining and lounge areas, and a toilet. Upstairs there are two bedrooms and a bathroom with shower and toilet. Outside, there is parking for one or two cars. You'll love it!
What makes this property unique
This is a peaceful and beautiful place, perfect for writing, painting, or musical inspiration. And for relaxing! There are lots of fine walks, starting at the front door or just a short drive away, including short walks along the River Wye, and longer and more challenging ones in the Black Mountains and rest of the Brecon Beacons. Night-time skies here are dark (bring your telescope!), also it's a good place for bird watchers: we've seen crossbill, pipits, wheatear, kites, buzzards...
Nearby are Hay-on-Wye ("the town of books"), atmospheric Brecon with its Cathedral and Jazz Festival, Builth Wells for the Royal Welsh Agricultural Showground, and quaint Talgarth ("the jewel of the Black Mountains"). And the wonderful Brecon Beacons National Park!
Nearby are Hay-on-Wye ("the town of books"), atmospheric Brecon with its Cathedral and Jazz Festival, Builth Wells for the Royal Welsh Agricultural Showground, and quaint Talgarth ("the jewel of the Black Mountains"). And the wonderful Brecon Beacons National Park!
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