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Relax in your own private hot tub
Fabulous aerial image of the farm and The Bull Pens
Beautifully converted bull pens set on a traditional Welsh working farm
Gorgeous garden terrace
Great decking space where you can enjoy alfresco dining
Surrounded by rolling countryside
One of the two woodburners
Relax in front of the woodburner
Beautiful blue - an uplifting sitting room
The lounge leads directly out to the terrace
Lounge area in the lower barn
Enjoy a tea time treat!
Second dining room with sofa bed located in the upper barn
One of two bright kitchen spaces
Lovely double bedroom in the upper barn
En-suite bathroom in the upper barn double bedroom
Ground floor twin bedroom in the upper barn
Spacious king-size bedroom in the lower barn
En-suite bathroom in the lower barn
Twin bedroom in the lower barn with gorgeous countryside views
En suite to twin bedroom in the lower barn
Situated in a perfect elevated spot
View towards the lower barn with entrance track
The detached 'Games Barn' will provide hours of fun for all the family
Looking out across the hills
Stunning countryside views
Surrounded by nothing but greenery and fresh air!
The market town of Brecon is a short drive away and features many independent shops and eateries
Enjoy and easier scenic walk along the Brecon and Monmouthshire canal
The Brecon Beacons with Pen Y Fan its highest peak is a must for walking enthusiasts
There are many walking and cycling routes to enjoy from the door
Visit Hay-on-Wye known as Town of Books with its vast array of independent book shops
1 / 33  Relax in your own private hot tub
2 / 33  Fabulous aerial image of the farm and The Bull Pens
3 / 33  Beautifully converted bull pens set on a traditional Welsh working farm
4 / 33  Gorgeous garden terrace
5 / 33  Great decking space where you can enjoy alfresco dining
6 / 33  Surrounded by rolling countryside
7 / 33  One of the two woodburners
8 / 33  Relax in front of the woodburner
9 / 33  Beautiful blue - an uplifting sitting room
10 / 33  The lounge leads directly out to the terrace
11 / 33  Lounge area in the lower barn
12 / 33  Enjoy a tea time treat!
13 / 33  Second dining room with sofa bed located in the upper barn
14 / 33  One of two bright kitchen spaces
15 / 33  Lovely double bedroom in the upper barn
16 / 33  En-suite bathroom in the upper barn double bedroom
17 / 33  Ground floor twin bedroom in the upper barn
18 / 33  Spacious king-size bedroom in the lower barn
19 / 33  En-suite bathroom in the lower barn
20 / 33  Twin bedroom in the lower barn with gorgeous countryside views
21 / 33  En suite to twin bedroom in the lower barn
22 / 33  Situated in a perfect elevated spot
23 / 33  View towards the lower barn with entrance track
24 / 33  The detached 'Games Barn' will provide hours of fun for all the family
25 / 33  
26 / 33  Looking out across the hills
27 / 33  Stunning countryside views
28 / 33  Surrounded by nothing but greenery and fresh air!
29 / 33  The market town of Brecon is a short drive away and features many independent shops and eateries
30 / 33  Enjoy and easier scenic walk along the Brecon and Monmouthshire canal
31 / 33  The Brecon Beacons with Pen Y Fan its highest peak is a must for walking enthusiasts
32 / 33  There are many walking and cycling routes to enjoy from the door
33 / 33  Visit Hay-on-Wye known as Town of Books with its vast array of independent book shops

The Bull Pens

Brecon (6mls NW), Brecon Beacons
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • A spacious barn conversion with lovely outdoor space
  • Enjoy the hillside views from the elevated decking and patio area
  • An exclusive hot tub and games barn for everyone to enjoy
Overview
Property code: 43212

This welcoming pair of barn conversions sit 8 miles north of Brecon so you can bask in your peaceful environment but explore, stock your cupboards and dine out with ease. The barns provide you with all the space to be sociable or to find a quiet corner for some peace and quiet.

Sleeping eight over four bedrooms, it’s the perfect destination for reuniting with loved ones. Stay entertained in the games room or bubble away in the hot tub and relax. Separated by a lockable door, the lower and upper barns are brilliant spaces- both with sleeping quarters and living areas. The lower barn boasts a characterful open-plan living space with a wood burner, TV with FreeSat/DVD and a country-style dining table where you can tuck into meals together. An additional lounge with splashes of colour, a vaulted ceiling, wood burner and TV/DVD resides in the upper barn and has access to the decked area which is perfect for dining alfresco and sitting with a drink. A spacious, bright kitchen on this floor provides you with more space to prepare meals or you could light the BBQ for a summer feast. There are four tranquil bedrooms, two bathrooms and two shower rooms - Take care of sloping ceilings.

After long days, enjoy games night in the outdoor play barn or unwind in the bubbling hot tub whilst children play on the play equipment. There is off-road parking via a narrow lane. The bustling market town of Brecon (8 miles) has plenty for guests of all ages with a cinema, theatre, boat trips along the canal, independent shops and eateries. For a waterside day out, make the 15.5-mile trip to Llangorse Lake where you can make a splash and hire canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards or enjoy a stroll along the edge of the largest natural lake in Wales.

  • Four bedrooms: a twin and a king-size in the lower barn and a twin and a double in the upper barn. 
  • Four bathrooms: adjoining each king/double room features a bath, basin and WC. Adjoining the twin rooms is a shower room with basin and WC
  •  Large open plan sitting room with wood burning stove, tv, dvd, wi-fi, two large leather sofas in Lower Barn. Upper Barn has an upstairs sitting room with wood burning stove and sofas.
  • A farmhouse dining table generously seating 8 in Lower Barn. Upper Barn has a table for 8, plus each barn has a farmhouse kitchen table to seat 4.
  • Two well equipped Shaker style kitchens with electric oven, hob, fridge/freezer, slow cooker, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, cafetiere.
  • Washing machine in each barn. Iron and ironing board available.
  • The barn is detached, there is a large parking area and terrace area to the side, with barbeque, outdoor furniture, hot tub, childrens play frame and additional outdoor play barn area for older children with table tennis and a pool table and various games and chalkboards.
  • Climbing frame, slide and swings for younger children - please ensure children are supervised at all times.
  • There are two 7KW car chargers available at an additional charge payable to the owner directly.
  • Hairdryer available.
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

 

Claire Carro

This property is personally managed by Claire.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Linda 16th February 2024

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It was fabulous had everything you needed and the location is fantastic!!

Reviewed by Adrian 24th December 2023

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We stayed in the Bull Pens over Christmas and had a fantastic time. The accommodation is first-rate. All of the rooms are large, and the decor is tastefully done and of a really good quality. It had been nicely decorated with a Christmas tree and lights so felt like we were in a magical place. The wood-burning stove allowed us to make the whole plaRead morece feel homely and was great as we played board games in the evening. The location is wonderfully remote but still near to Brecon. Hide

Reviewed by Aseel 18th August 2023

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From the moment we arrived, we were captivated by the breathtaking beauty of the surroundings. The attention to detail in the lodge's decor and design truly impressed us. The playing area was a hit with our family, creating endless hours of fun and bonding time. We were amazed by how considerate you were in catering to our needs especially with regRead moreards to our baby. Our stay was beyond our expectations, and we couldn't be more pleased with the level of service and attention to detail you provided. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 4th August 2023

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Reviewed by Garry 21st July 2023

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We had a wonderful holiday Lots of space with everything you could need Helen(Our host) was amazing and couldn't have done any more to make our birthday celebrations more special. Would recommend this cottage very highly. Thank you.

Reviewed by Bethan 25th November 2022

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Fabulous place. Everything you need is there lovely welcome pack when we arrived. Beautiful views. Plenty of parking.

Reviewed by Ellie 28th October 2022

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We spent a lovely weekend here as a 3 generation family. The cottage itself is lovely and set on a farmyard. Theres a lovely play area for children and walks locally to enjoy the beautiful views. The equipment in the kitchen is exceptional, stocking things like a slow cooker! The hot tub is an added benefit! A lovely stay.

Reviewed by Elaine 21st October 2022

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Reviewed by Serena 29th September 2022

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A fantastic place to stay! Perfect for what we wanted which was beautiful walks from the front door. Remote so dont expect a pub nearby. Cosy nights in were fantastic with dips in the hot tub. The night sky was amazing! Beds are comfortable and clean and rooms spacious. Great weekend!

Reviewed by Sarah 23rd September 2022

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Beautiful double cottage big enough for 8 people The hot tub isnt up to much but everything else was lovely. Kitchen is well equipped and spacious. Nice to have a table big enough for us all to eat. It really is remote. No take outs or pubs - no phone reception! Amazing views with the most awesome stars in the dark skies above.

Reviewed by Lisa 5th August 2022

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A beautiful cottage in a perfect setting. A well furnished and comfortable cottage in the middle of no where. Amazing views, the sounds of wildlife and peace and tranquility.

Reviewed by Carole 1st July 2022

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Reviewed by Barbara 29th April 2022

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Reviewed by Ruth 22nd April 2022

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Beautiful farmhouse with lovely views, plenty of spaces, all bedrooms with ensuites and hot tub outside. We all enjoyed our stay and we had fun in the hot tub and game room in the barn.

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Photos
Relax in your own private hot tub
Fabulous aerial image of the farm and The Bull Pens
Beautifully converted bull pens set on a traditional Welsh working farm
Gorgeous garden terrace
Great decking space where you can enjoy alfresco dining
Surrounded by rolling countryside
One of the two woodburners
Relax in front of the woodburner
Beautiful blue - an uplifting sitting room
The lounge leads directly out to the terrace
Lounge area in the lower barn
Show 21 moreEnjoy a tea time treat!

Location

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Note: As the postcode is used to identify the general area of the property, it may not always reflect its precise location, therefore please only use this map as a guide.

2 more properties at this location

Lower Bull Pen

Lower Bull Pen

Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2

£545 - £1,092

Upper Bull Pen

Upper Bull Pen

Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2

£608 - £1,227

To arrange group bookings across one or more of these properties, call our team to check availability and book.

The Travel Chapter Limited trading as Brecon Beacons Holiday Cottages is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts as an intermediary.
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