Yahoo News 10 of the best holiday cottages in the Brecon Beacons
The stunning natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons offers Londoners the perfect winter escape from the capital’s bustle and smog.
Here the closest mountain range to London and rolling Welsh landscape provide the stunning backdrop that will help the stress of city life ebb gently away. Nestled in the majesty of this National Park are the hundreds of properties offered by Brecon Beacons Holiday Cottages, ranging from Welsh long houses to wooden cabins or farmhouses.
These staycation havens offer the perfect getaway whether you are a going as a couple, group of friends or a family with children. Whether you are brave enough to attempt the trek up Pen y Fan mountain, or simply want to curl up in front of an open fire with a good book, all you need is here.
Far from the city lights, on a clear night in this Dark Skies reserve, you might see the Milky Way or even meteor showers. The story of Brecon Beacons Holiday Cottages began with its founder, Elizabeth Daniel, and a single cottage in 1980.
Some 37 years later her business has over 350 cottages on its books dotted around 1000 square miles in and around the Brecon Beacons National Park. Ms Daniel said: “Over the years the amount of weekend visitors from London to the Brecon Beacons has increased considerably. Thanks to the growing trend of Londoners looking for a quick weekend break, we see so many repeat bookings.”
With just a three-hour drive separating the capital from the welsh treasure that is the Brecon Beacons, it’s no wonder Londoners are flocking there.
Here are ten of the best holiday cottages to rent in the area:
1. Old Crofftau
An ideal location for hill walkers and those looking to enjoy the majesty of the Breacon Beacons. It has a mountain stream snaking down the valley behind the house.
2. Groves Cottage
An intimate property perfect for two with a door that leads directly onto the canal path. Also ideal for mountain bikers.
3. Abercynafon Farm Barn
Large family house that sleeps 10 and has wood-burning fires, a games cupboard, stone floors, and caters for pets.
4. Mayberry
Situated on the lane that leads up to Llangattock Mountain and enjoys panoramic views. Close to Crickhowell with its boutique shops and restaurants.
5. Pentre Parr Lodge
A picturesque Victorian gatehouse and perfect holiday cottage with Trout and Salmon fishing on the meandering River Towy across the meadow. Highly recommended by the Standard.
6. Llwynin Farmhouse and Barn
A huge farmhouse with games barn that will comfortably sleep up to 22 guests in 9 bedrooms.
7. The Tower
An Elizabethan stone tower at the edge of a medieval village that offers the ideal romantic getaway for two.
8. Lily Pond Lodge
This pond-side lodge for two in an idyllic setting comes with its own outdoor hot tub where you can gaze up at crystal clear night skies.
9. Cae Marchog
A stone farmhouse with barn conversion set in the Black Mountains can easily accommodate 10 people.
10. Dyffryn Beusych
Set on a 300 acre hill sheep farm high up on the hillside surrounded by pasture and ancient woodland. Great for hill walking and pony trekking.
