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Enjoy stunning views across open countryside
Dogs are very welcome too
The surrounding countryside
Meet the neighbours
Enjoy canoeing on the River Usk
The perfect base for both summer and winter breaks
Visit nearby Hay Castle
A visit tot he Brecon Beacons with the highest peak of Pen Y Fan is a must for keen walkers
Take a stroll along the scenic canal path
The market town of Brecon is a short drive away
Watch a show at Theatre Brycheiniog or enjoy a coffee break in its waterside cafe
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26 / 34  The surrounding countryside
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29 / 34  The perfect base for both summer and winter breaks
30 / 34  Visit nearby Hay Castle
31 / 34  A visit tot he Brecon Beacons with the highest peak of Pen Y Fan is a must for keen walkers
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33 / 34  The market town of Brecon is a short drive away
34 / 34  Watch a show at Theatre Brycheiniog or enjoy a coffee break in its waterside cafe

The Hatchery

Brecon (5.5mls NE), Brecon Beacons
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Traditional cottage set within the peaceful rolling countryside
  • Stunning views across to the Black mountains and the Brecon Beacons National Park
  • A haven for enthusiastic walkers and cyclists with direct access to the countryside
  • Offering easy access into the traditional towns of Brecon and Hay-on-Wye
Overview
Property code: 51153

Treat your loved ones and reconnect with the great outdoors, swapping the daily grind for scenic walks, delicious local food and cosy evenings sipping wine by the fire. Sleeping four guests and an accompanying hound, this traditional cottage is set on the cusp of the Brecon Beacons National Park and perfectly tailored for outdoor pursuits. Don your walking boots and set off to explore the sweeping countryside, or challenge your inner adrenaline enthusiast with a multitude of activities at Llangorse Lake 7 miles away, a popular destination for sailing, paddleboarding and kayaking.

Elevated above the countryside with panoramic views of the surroundings, the cottage has a large enclosed garden perfect for sipping wine and enjoying a BBQ supper. Inside, the property is simply presented yet warm and cosy with a feature wood burner and comfortable furniture for snug nights curled up watching films. Rustle up family meals in the kitchen and perch on a barstool ready to feast by candlelight, or enjoy simple snacks and tasty treats at leisure. Climb the cottage-style stairs to find two charming bedrooms, both sharing a generous bathroom with a shower-over-bath for long soaks. There is off-road parking for two cars, and storage for bikes is also available. The single bedroom has a handy trundle bed, ideal for young guests.

A short 6.5-mile drive will bring you to Brecon, a bustling market town brimming with history, independent shops and friendly eateries. Sample some taste bud tantalising local fare, browse the museum, and perhaps take some time to visit the local crafters and watch glass blowing in action. The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is a treat for walkers and cyclists thanks to the beautiful scenery. Heading in the opposite direction, Hay-on-Wye 10.5 miles away is renowned for its selection of bookshops and annual literature festival.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size bed, 1 single bed (can be joined with a trundle bed to make a king-size on request)
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave, Nespresso coffee maker, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • TV in lounge
  • Garden with garden furniture, BBQ summer house and day bed. Bicycle storage available.
  • Garden has established hedges to allow for privacy from next door cottage
  • Off-road parking for two cars
  • Wi-Fi is patchy with a very low download speed (2.1mbps). If Wi-Fi is very important to you, you may want to consider checking coverage in this area with your provider prior to booking
  • Pub 1.5 miles, shop 3 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. 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 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Warren 5th January 2024

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Reviewed by Paul 27th December 2023

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Lovely well-equipped cottage, good location. Friendly and helpful owner.

Reviewed by Alex 28th September 2023

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Reviewed by Steven 8th September 2023

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A special find. Particularly important to us and Ollie, the enclosed garden with amazing views. A gem of a holiday cottage, in a fantastic location.

Reviewed by Anne 1st September 2023

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Comfortable and well equipped cottage , I dont think there was anything that wasnt provided or thought of. Fabulous location with views to die for and the added bonus of a gloriously warm and sunny week . Great garden for the Yorkies and the bonus of a summer house .

Reviewed by Tracy 25th August 2023

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My mum and I stayed with my two dogs (golden retrievers). It's a cosy cottage with a lovely large back garden for the dogs and a lovely view across to the mountains. We even had cows in the field next to the back garden one evening! A wood burner in the lounge and comfy sofa and chairs made for a very relaxing weekend. Good location but be preparedRead more for single track roads with passing places (like most of rural Wales!). Lovely host too. Hide

Reviewed by Janet 26th May 2023

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Lovely cottage in a beautiful setting, very clean and well equipped with lovely touches such as good quality bed linen and toiletries. The garden room is a really great bonus.

Reviewed by Gwendoline 21st April 2023

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Lovely cottage and in a lovely location. Was good to see a microwave had been installed furnishings were very good. All utensils you would require as we cooked meals every day. Would recommend.

Reviewed by E 14th April 2023

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The quiet location and beautiful views are wonderful. The wood burner makes the cottage toastie warm. Very comfortable and relaxing. Had to contact owner because the fridge broke down. She was really helpful and friendly, had a working fridge a few hours later and a new fridge/freezer within 24hrs. Would be very happy to book another break here.

Reviewed by Wendy 31st March 2023

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Very cosy cottage in a stunning rural location, just a few other houses around for miles so really peaceful. Well equipped and comfortable. Friendly owner who was quick to sort out a minor issue.

Reviewed by Sheila 4th November 2022

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A lovely quiet cottage, basic but cozy.

Reviewed by Linda 6th October 2022

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Cottage and views lovely. Very tranquil. Unfortunately garden not secure for smaller dogs which caused a few issues. Hopefully owners will rectify this.

Reviewed by Tracey 13th August 2022

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This cottage is in the perfect location, the views are fantastic and it is very private. The garden is spacious with the sound of birds, sheep and cows to give you the feel of being in the country. The cottage itself has character and is homely and clean. There are a few other houses nearby and a couple of pubs/ restaurants about a mile away. This Read morewas my 2nd visit to the cottage in the last four years and I would definitely stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Shirley 24th June 2022

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All i can say 10/10 can't find a fault with it. Lovely cottage, views from the Hatchery astounding.

Reviewed by Lynn 8th June 2022

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Lovely cottage and rural location views are very nice lovely comfy bed and great sized garden for the dog summer house a lovely touch although we did not use it but some might we fed the birds all week and had a family of woodpeckers visit daily which was great to watch the only issues we found was although it had a bbq there was no bbq tools and iRead moret really needs a proper washing line especially if a family occupied the property Hide

Reviewed by Naomi 3rd June 2022

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We had an absolutely lovely weekend staying here, the cottage is tasteful and cosy at the same time. We loved that there were blankets galore and squishy sofas. It was well equipped and you had everything you could possibly need - including board games. The garden was perfect and it was so nice to find somewhere private and dog friendly. We had somRead moreeone staying in the cottage next door but apart from a hello over the garden wall you wouldn't know. Super comfy beds and lovely bedding. Hide

Reviewed by Rachel 27th May 2022

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We stayed for a week at the end of May, and the cottage was really cosy and warm with the stove lit in the cooler evenings. It was clean and well equipped. The best things about the cottage is the quietness, the views to the Black Mountains and the accessibility to the Brecon Beacons. So lovely that the garden is full of birds, including sparrows, Read moresong thrushes, woodpeckers and kites! The summerhouse was also a bonus for anyone wanting a bit of time to themselves, or an afternoon nap! Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Adel 19th April 2022

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