Luxury holiday cottages in the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog)

Soaring, cloud-kissed mountain peaks make Bannau Brycheiniog a haven for adventurers. While cycle trails crisscross the region, most head out on foot, aiming to summit the twin peaks of Pen-y-Fan and Corn Du. For gentler exploration, waymarked routes span over 520 square miles of National Park. Discover timeworn castles scattered across the landscape – Brecon Castle sits at the town’s heart, while Cyfarthfa Castle guards Bannau Brycheiniog’s southern gateway and features a museum, gallery, and miniature railway. For a different aspect, the River Usk winds through town; hire a canoe or join a guided paddle. Prefer pages over peaks? Head to Hay-on-Wye for its famed summer literary festival.

Whether you’re seeking a holiday home for a family getaway or a group gathering with friends, our stays in Bannau Brycheiniog offer peaceful immersion in nature. Choose a duo of luxury farmhouses set in a private clearing beneath the peaks of Pen-y-Fan, where century-old fireplaces call to dogs and bookworms alike. A flower-strewn paddock opens onto views of the Black Mountains, while an orchard groans with plump apples come autumn. Alternatively, off the Olchon Valley’s Mountain Road, a modern-rustic farmhouse offers soul-stirring views and complete seclusion. The ultimate grown-up’s playground, there’s a hot tub, barbecue station, and fire pit – perfect for fireside chats and stargazing.