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Beautifully converted 'The Bull Pens' are set on a traditional Welsh working farm
Enjoy a soak in the hot tub with bubble jets
Spacious and comfortable lounge (one of two lounges) with woodburner
Walk through from the lower barn lounge into the upper barn dining area
Large dining table can seat up to eight guests comfortably
Large open plan lounge dining area
One of two kitchens - lower barn
Spacious king-size bedroom in the lower barn - first floor
En-suite bathroom in the lower barn - first floor
En suite to twin bedroom in the lower barn - first floor
The stunning view from the bedroom window
En-suite shower room in the lower barn - first floor
The dining room - upper barn
Second kitchen - upper barn
Spacious twin bedroom in the upper barn with en-suite shower room - ground floor
Lovely double bedroom in the upper barn with original roof timbers - first floor
En-suite bathroom - first floor
Second lounge with log burner and access to terrace - first floor
The elevated terrace - upper barn
Views from the upper barn terrace
Relax in the hot tub
Second elevated terrace, perfect for enjoying the views - lower barn
Little children in the party will love the outside play area
And for all the family the adjacent Games Barn will provide hours of fun
Relaxation area in the Games Barn
Fabulous aerial image of the farm and The Bull Pens
Surrounded by nothing but greenery and fresh air!
Nestled in a picturesque valley
Look out for The Bull Pens sign
The private driveway to The Bull Pens
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 / 51  Beautifully converted 'The Bull Pens' are set on a traditional Welsh working farm
2 / 51  Enjoy a soak in the hot tub with bubble jets
3 / 51  Spacious and comfortable lounge (one of two lounges) with woodburner
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5 / 51  Walk through from the lower barn lounge into the upper barn dining area
6 / 51  Large dining table can seat up to eight guests comfortably
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8 / 51  Large open plan lounge dining area
9 / 51  One of two kitchens - lower barn
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13 / 51  Spacious king-size bedroom in the lower barn - first floor
14 / 51  En-suite bathroom in the lower barn - first floor
15 / 51  En suite to twin bedroom in the lower barn - first floor
16 / 51  The stunning view from the bedroom window
17 / 51  En-suite shower room in the lower barn - first floor
18 / 51  The dining room - upper barn
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22 / 51  Second kitchen - upper barn
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25 / 51  Spacious twin bedroom in the upper barn with en-suite shower room - ground floor
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27 / 51  Lovely double bedroom in the upper barn with original roof timbers - first floor
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29 / 51  En-suite bathroom - first floor
30 / 51  Second lounge with log burner and access to terrace - first floor
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34 / 51  The elevated terrace - upper barn
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36 / 51  Views from the upper barn terrace
37 / 51  Relax in the hot tub
38 / 51  Second elevated terrace, perfect for enjoying the views - lower barn
39 / 51  Little children in the party will love the outside play area
40 / 51  And for all the family the adjacent Games Barn will provide hours of fun
41 / 51  Relaxation area in the Games Barn
42 / 51  Fabulous aerial image of the farm and The Bull Pens
43 / 51  Surrounded by nothing but greenery and fresh air!
44 / 51  Nestled in a picturesque valley
45 / 51  Look out for The Bull Pens sign
46 / 51  The private driveway to The Bull Pens
47 / 51  The market town of Brecon is a short drive away and features many independent shops and eateries
48 / 51  Enjoy and easier scenic walk along the Brecon and Monmouthshire canal
49 / 51  The Brecon Beacons with Pen Y Fan its highest peak is a must for walking enthusiasts
50 / 51  There are many walking and cycling routes to enjoy from the door
51 / 51  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
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
Property code: 43212

Surrounded by nothing by the rolling hills beyond the towns of Brecon and Sennybridge, enjoy complete relaxation on this quiet country farm. Welcoming eight guests across two sympathetically converted bull pens, there’s plenty of room for the whole family to enjoy the scenic walks from the doorstep on the fringes of the Brecon Beacons.

Exposed beams, sloping ceilings and original stonework in the upper and lower cottages, connected by an adjoining door, create a true warmth that sets the scene for pure tranquillity. Culinary geniuses will not be disappointed with the kitchen/diners in each of the cottages whilst each of the two formal dining rooms is the perfect place to gather and share stories of the day’s adventures. Put your feet up on the comfy sofas and unwind to the crackles of the roaring wood burners in both lounges that feature panoramic rural views. You’ll find an en-suite king-size and en-suite twin bedroom in the lower cottage and an en-suite double and en-suite twin bedroom in the upper cottage. Soak up your far-reaching views from the comfort of the decking or hot tub whilst children explore the swings, climbing frame and outdoor play barn.

You’ll get to know the Brecon Beacons very well from this hillside spot beyond the towns of Brecon (8.5 miles) and Sennybridge (5.5 miles). Venture to the historic market town of Brecon to discover its iconic cathedral and weave your way through the maze of narrow streets and passageways lined with Georgian and Jacobean shop fronts. One of the most beautiful canals in South Wales, explore the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal (26.5 miles) on foot or two wheels following the towpath or discover the scenery aboard a canal boat or canoe. Explore the world beneath your feet at the National Showcaves Centre 16 miles away.

  • 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.
  • 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 9 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Christine 29th November 2024

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The weekend we spent in Brecon in The Bull Pens was amazing the comfort of the Barn was exceptional the beds were so comfy it was everything and More would definitely go again the hot tub was amazing also Thank you

Reviewed by Steve 18th October 2024

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Superb venue, fantastic facilities, wonderful location. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Ellen 26th September 2024

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Fantastic property - so much room, beautiful surroundings and wonderful facilities. Would definitely recommend!

Reviewed by Beth 16th August 2024

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We had a wonderful time! We all felt so welcome, and the house was immaculate and really well equipped!! The location was amazing, so peaceful! We will very likely return in the future!! Thank you all so much for giving us a lovely holiday.

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.

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Beautifully converted 'The Bull Pens' are set on a traditional Welsh working farm
Enjoy a soak in the hot tub with bubble jets
Spacious and comfortable lounge (one of two lounges) with woodburner
Walk through from the lower barn lounge into the upper barn dining area
Large dining table can seat up to eight guests comfortably
Large open plan lounge dining area
One of two kitchens - lower barn
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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

Upper Bull Pen

Upper Bull Pen

Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2

£540 - £1,215

Lower Bull Pen

Lower Bull Pen

Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2

£520 - £1,071

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

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