Landlocked on the eastern side of Wales and bordering England, the county of Powys is recognised predominately by its mountainous regions and therefore ample outdoor activity opportunities. The county has some of the best unspoilt landscapes in the whole of Wales and it features well over 100 miles of walking and cycling routes for visitors to enjoy the surroundings. Read more
Rustic & characterful 18th Century Farmhouse and Barn with wonderful views across the Wye Valley. An ideal location for walkers with footpaths near the property and a large-sized garden for children to run around in. (Well-behaved) dogs also welcome! Tourist board rating: 3 Star
Glanderwen is in a quiet rural location surrounded by fields and natural beauty in an elevated position on the outskirts of Llanrhaeadr Ym Mochnant. Nestled in the picturesque Tanat Valley it is the perfect location for friends and family to relax and explore Mid Wales and the Shropshire borders. Llanrhaeadr Ym Mochnant is a short drive away for your convenience stores and the main attraction nearby has to be the stunning Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall with a spectacular 240 ft drop, recognised as Britain’s tallest single-drop waterfall.
Escape to the mid-Wales countryside in this gorgeous holiday cottage. The Cowshed is a fantastic barn conversion sleeping four people in two bedrooms with a layout that suits couples and families. It's on a family-run farm in Adfa, close to Welshpool and Powys and has direct access to fantastic walks and bike rides. The local area has museums, castles, lively market towns, and a good choice of sights and activities to enjoy in all seasons. The cottage is available for holiday bookings all year round.
The Stable is a beautiful 18th-Century timber-framed barn conversion with fantastic views over fields to the Kerry Ridgeway. It's on a family-run farm just outside of Adfa, close to Newtown and Welshpool and within easy reach of Southern Snowdonia and the Cambrian Mountains. It's a superb area for walking and mountain biking, with castles, country houses, gardens, lakes, golf courses and market towns for those who don't want to spend all day, every day in the spectacular countryside on the border between Powys and Shropshire. The holiday cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is well suited to families and couples.
Treat your family and your friends to a holiday in this fabulous self catering rental in the heart of Montgomery in the Welsh Marches. The Old Post Office has been beautifully restored and modernised yet still retains its original Georgian elegance and charm. Accommodation includes four bedrooms and two bathrooms on the upper two floors and a huge, open plan living/dining and kitchen area on the ground floor. There are fantastic walks around Montgomery, with more walking and cycling opportunities in the nearby Shropshire Hills. It's perfect for lazy summer holidays and equally wonderful for a cosy stay in winter and over Christmas.
Escape to the country in this charming stone holiday cottage. With room for seven people to sleep in three bedrooms, it is perfect for families, giving lovely views and easy access to places like the Shropshire AONB and Offa's Dyke. The cottage is on a family-run farm close to where Shropshire, Herefordshire, and Powys meet, and only a few miles from Presteigne and Knighton. With 4-Star status from Visit Britain, Rose Cottage is very family and dog-friendly and ideal for walkers and cyclists. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Tucked away on a quiet family-run farm next to the Welsh border and the Shropshire Hills AONB, Orchard Cottage is ideal for large or extended family holidays. It easily sleeps up to 14 people in five beautiful bedrooms and has plenty of space inside and out. Sit back and enjoy the stunning countryside views, swim in the indoor heated pool or watch the kids have fun in the adventure playground or games room. Located at the point where Shropshire, Herefordshire and Powys meet, there are plenty of attractions including Offa's Dyke, Hereford and Ludlow within easy reach. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
So charming and comfortable is Coachingmans Cottage that after a few nights here, you may find it hard to tear yourself away. Located in the village of Trecastle, between Sennybridge and Brecon, there are stunning views virtually on the doorstep and a great country pub, the Castle Coaching Inn, just a short walk away. Spend your days climbing peaks, walking behind waterfalls, mountain biking, fishing or cruising on a canal, and your evenings enjoying the late summer sunshine in the garden or stretched out on the sofa in front of the cosy log burner in winter. There is space for four people in this two-bedroom dog-friendly holiday cottage, making it ideal for couples, families and friends.
Cwm Cole is in the beautiful Shropshire Hills and is ideal for families, extended families and friends. It's a perfect holiday home for a walking holiday as it has three long-distance footpaths nearby, including Offa's Dyke, which you can access from the garden gate. There is room for up to ten people to sleep in five bedrooms, with a comfortably large living room with a log burner, and a spacious garden looking up to the surrounding hills. The cottage is near the quiet village of Llanfairwaterdine, a stone's throw from the River Teme and a few miles from Knighton. Bookings are available all year round.
Meadowview Farmhouse & Arch Cottage – Your Perfect Getaway in the Brecon Beacons. Escape to the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park, where Meadowview Farmhouse (sleeps 2-10) and Arch Cottage (sleeps 1-3) offer the ideal retreat for groups, families, and singles. With flexible bedding options, plenty of parking, and stunning views, both cottages are perfect for any occasion. Book direct and save on booking fees. Availability for February Half Term and Easter. Call or whatsapp Sue at 07544326349 for more details and bookings. Enjoy stargazing under a Dark Sky, explore outdoor activities like mountain biking, canoeing, and hiking, or unwind with a peaceful picnic on Mynydd Illtyd. Located just a mile from Brecon town. Other Towns nearby Hay on wye, Crickhowell, Llandovery, Hereford, Cardiff. you'll also be close to local attractions like Pen Y Fan, Dan yr Ogof and Brecon Mountain Railway.
This charming Victorian cottage is perfect for a romantic couples escape or a peaceful bolthole for a solo traveller who wants a convenient base from which to explore the Brecon Beacons National Park. The converted former carriage house is only three miles from Brecon with easy access to beautiful footpaths, bridleways and cycling paths - some of which are accessible from the door. A peaceful location with a spacious garden also makes this one-bedroom cottage ideal for lazy summer barbecues. The Brecon Beacons being a Dark Skies Reserve offers amazing stargazing from our fields.
NEW LUXURY 3 BED, 2 BATH LODGE. STUNNING OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE IN A VERY GENEROUS PLOT OFFERING AMAZING PRIVACY. ECO & DISABLED Friendly. Peace & tranquility for couples & families. Near Builth Wells: northern edge of Bannau Brycheiniog (formerly Brecon Beacons). Shropshire Hills, Herefordshire, Wye Valley, West Coast & Malvern Hills are 45 to 90 minutes away. See website for family days out. An ideal stopover for events at the Royal Welsh Showground
Plenty of space awaits your family and friends at Castle Farm. The beautiful Brecon Beacons self-catering property comprises The Farmhouse with 6 bedrooms sleeping up to 16 people with one bedroom being accessed from a courtyard and the next door Cottage which has 3 bedrooms, sleeping an additional 12. The holiday home sits in its own valley close to Capel-y-ffin, a tiny hamlet seven miles from Hay-on-Wye and 14 miles from Abergavenny. It has fantastic views and excellent opportunities for walking, mountain biking, cycling, horse riding, and other fun activities. Guests love the flexibility of accommodation which is suitable for everything from a family reunion to a relaxed Christmas with friends and wellness retreats.
A lovely self catering holiday cottage in a wonderfully rural location on the Herefordshire/Wales borders. Close to the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons National Park, Bullen's Bank Cottage sits in an elevated position commanding breathtaking views extending for seventy miles! Perfect for those who want to escape away and relax in a tranquil country setting with lovely walks to enjoy as well as other outdoor activities and attractions (Hay-on-Wye is just three miles away). Tourist board rating: 3 Star
Tanyllyn is a lovely semi detached cottage situated in the pretty village of Carno, among the rolling hills of Mid Wales. The cottage has lovely rural views whilst enjoying the amenities of the village. These include a store, post office and hotel/pub, all within a short walking distance in the village. It is a pretty part of Mid Wales with rolling hills and pretty valleys. We are happy to receive enquiries for SHORT BREAKS.
The Hendre Farmhouse is an attractive self-catering holiday home in a very rural location a short stroll from the River Irfon. Three miles from Builth Wells, a thriving market town in the Welsh Marches, it is within easy reach of the breathtaking Brecon Beacons National Park and the dramatic Dams of the Elan Valley. The house comfortably accommodates ten people in five bedrooms, one of which is wheelchair accessible, with a sofa bed in the study sleeping an extra guest if necessary. It's a fantastic place to stay with family or friends, especially if you love walking and cycling.
Brook Lodge is centrally located to enjoy Mid-Wales and explore the beautiful county of Powys. The lodge is situated with stunning hillside views and is the perfect location for those who love walking and all that the countryside has to offer. Ideal for a couples getaway. Nearby attractions include Powis Castle, Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, and much more.
Tyn y Cae (House in the Field) is a 4* Visit Wales Graded property that comfortably sleeps 21 people in 9 bedrooms. An adjoining barn can be made available, accommodating a further 10 people in 4 bedrooms. Please note the barn is not let separately to the main house. A large Victorian Country House set within spacious grounds (2 acres) and located on the doorstep of the Brecon Beacons National Park, it is surrounded by outstanding countryside with a variety of activities available. Guests have exclusive use of the property and grounds, which provides a wonderful holiday experience for large groups.
Make Hafod-y-Blodau the destination for your next escape to Wales. This converted hillside barn sits above the beautiful Irfon Valley, three miles from Builth Wells and within easy reach of the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Elan Valley. It sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is child and pet-friendly, making it suitable for couples or families. There are gorgeous walks from the door. Fishing on the River Irfon can be arranged with the owners. Other nearby activities include golf, pony trekking, climbing and kayaking. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Oakview is a contemporary barn built using traditional materials and techniques to sit gently in its environment. The holiday cottage has been furnished to a high standard, featuring a wall of glass overlooking rolling fields and woodland, a copper bath in the bedroom and a luxurious outdoor hot tub. It's peaceful location is perfect to unwind and relax with your favourite person and dogs are welcome too. It's only two miles from Newtown and within easy reach of Welshpool and Llanidloes. Local attractions include Powis Castle, the Forest Rally Driving School in Carno, and Glansevern House and Gardens. Walking, cycling, mountain biking, kayaking, fishing and golf are just a few of many activities you can try.
Popular towns in and around Powys:
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There is a real sense of culture and identity around Powys and no more so is this evident than in its culinary specialities. Welsh Black Beef, local fish and game or even tender mountain lamb are all things to try in the area and there are numerous farmers markets spread throughout the county that offer local produce with a distinctly Welsh twist. The market town of Brecon is a great example of this and it offers a local farmers market on the second Saturday of every month barring August.
Indeed, the small town is a part of living history and it features an 11th century castle and an impressive cathedral that was constructed by the Normans. Currently it has the biggest cresset stone in Britain with its 30 candle holding cups, in addition to being the final resting place of Welsh princes and Norman lords over the years. Just outside of Brecon are various walking and trekking routes. The town is set in the backdrop of hilly and rugged terrain with an intense landscape just waiting to be explored. Penyfan, one of the highest points in the south of Britain at just under 900 meters, is also in the area.
Cyclists will love the challenging variety of routes on offer throughout the county. You can find relaxing trails or more craggy, mountain bike ways such as the Cli-Machx trail in the Dyfi Forest across the county. There are 3 Cycle Break Centres in Powys that offer bicycle hire and their own routes with maps and guides. Even though the county itself is landlocked, it enjoys flowing rivers and canals that provide a fantastic opportunity for water sports such as kayaking, canoeing and water skiing.
An interesting location within the county is the so called 'town of books' otherwise known as Hay-on-Wye. The little market town has built up a reputation as a second hand and antiquarian book depository with no less than 30 independent outlets in the area. The traditional market held every Thursday in the town is visited by locals and tourists alike and offers fresh local produce such as meat, cheese and fish as well as bakery items, antiques and, of course, book sales.
The county of Powys is a real highlight in the region. There aren't many other places that have such an abundance of mountains and hills and the sprawling nature of its landscapes and terrain is a sight to behold. Nestled deep in the valleys are small towns with activities and interests for everyone from millennia old structures to traditional markets. Powys might be overshadowed sometimes by counties and tourist spots in other parts of the country; however as a place of interest and natural beauty spot, it more than holds its own.
