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View towards the stone bothy
Balcony surrounding the property with countryside views
Beautiful bothy set on a traditional working farm
Comfy armchairs where you can sit back and relax
Kitchen area
High ceilings and exposed beams
Warming wood burner
Dining area next to the wood burning stove
Kitchen details
View towards the bedroom, with access to the decking area
Gorgeous super king-size bedroom with high ceilings and freshly laundered bedding
Attention to detail
Wake up to a morning coffee
Soft colours and textures
A simple shower room
Curl up with a good book
Lovely rural views for miles
Decking area offering wonderful views
Cute neigbours!
The Hay Bluff
1 / 20  View towards the stone bothy
2 / 20  Balcony surrounding the property with countryside views
3 / 20  Beautiful bothy set on a traditional working farm
4 / 20  Comfy armchairs where you can sit back and relax
5 / 20  Kitchen area
6 / 20  High ceilings and exposed beams
7 / 20  Warming wood burner
8 / 20  Dining area next to the wood burning stove
9 / 20  Kitchen details
10 / 20  View towards the bedroom, with access to the decking area
11 / 20  Gorgeous super king-size bedroom with high ceilings and freshly laundered bedding
12 / 20  Attention to detail
13 / 20  Wake up to a morning coffee
14 / 20  Soft colours and textures
15 / 20  A simple shower room
16 / 20  Curl up with a good book
17 / 20  Lovely rural views for miles
18 / 20  Decking area offering wonderful views
19 / 20  Cute neigbours!
20 / 20  The Hay Bluff

The Lookout - Llanigon

Hay on Wye (2mls S), Brecon Beacons
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
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At a glance

  • An idyllic couples retreat or honeymoon hideaway
  • Beautiful rural location, set on a traditional working farm
  • Wrap-around veranda with stunning views to the Black Mountains
  • A fabulous location less than one mile to Offa’s Dyke for fabulous walking trails
Overview
Property code: CHL28

Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life at this charming stone cottage on a working farm just 2.5 miles away from the region’s best-loved towns – Hay-on-Wye. Sleeping two people in one bedroom, this quaint cottage is perfect for romantic couples yearning for a peaceful home away-from-home while they discover the wild beauty of the Brecon Beacons together. During the day, explore Hay-on-Wye - known as the 'Town of Books'. Browse the bookshops and stroll through the quaint streets, which are filled with charming cafes and independent boutiques. In the evening come home to the cottage's lovely raised veranda to enjoy a glass of wine and take in the views of the Black Mountains.

This farm cottage offers a single-storey layout accessed by two steps. Head inside and you’ll be greeted by a cosy open-plan lounge/kitchen/dining area. Make yourself at home in the stylish lounge area, which boasts high ceilings and exposed beams, before heading to the cheerful kitchen area to whip up some dinner. Enjoy a romantic dinner for two at the rustic dining table or head out onto the pretty raised, wrap-around veranda to dine alfresco while you soak up the waterfall views. After dinner, crack open a bottle of wine by the wood burner in the lounge area while you catch up on your favourite TV shows. At the end of the day, retreat to the inviting bedroom, which features a super-king-size bed that can be converted to two singles upon request. This is a wonderfully relaxing room that benefits from a patio door which leads out to the veranda – the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee. Completing the layout, you’ll find a chic shower room situated between the bedroom and the lounge area.

Spend a blissful day at Hay Castle (2.5 miles). Check out the exhibits and take a break in the delightful cafe. Alternatively, immerse yourselves in the beauty of Llangorse Lake (14.5 miles). Pack a basket with delicious treats and find a secluded picnic spot by the lake. Keep your eyes peeled for warblers, coots, swallows and flocks of migrating geese.

  • 1 super king-size bedroom (can be made up as a twin on request)
  • Shower room with WC
  • Regret no TV
  • Wi-Fi available though due to location connectivity can be patchy
  • Mobile phone reception can be patchy
  • Wood burner - logs included
  • Oven and hob, fridge
  • Off-road parking provided
  • Regret no children under the age of 15
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Avril Hitchman

This property is personally managed by Avril.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Rachel 1st November 2024

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We had a very comfortable and relaxing stay at the cottage in such a beautiful rural location. Each day we looked forward to getting back and lighting the fire after a long walk in the countryside.

Reviewed by Emma 7th September 2024

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A lovely cottage, with a fab log burner. Was great to come home to after a day out in the rain. The owners are friendly but unobtrusive. You're right next to the farmhouse so if you have any issues they are right there (not that we needed them) Really helpful directions to the cottage. Very clear. Loved having the farm cat waiting at the back door Read morewhenever we got up in the morning, or back to the cottage at the end of the day. Super friendly and cuddly. An unexpected but welcome bonus! Hide

Reviewed by Chris 16th August 2024

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The Bothy is suited to couples or a single traveller and is fitted out as such. Everything you need is provided. The bed is big and comfy, the shower roomy and the kitchen/living area is easily spacious for two. We didn't use the log burner but I would imagine in winter it would make for a cosy night in. Penny was delightful and suggested a couple Read moreplaces to visit (which we did). Hay on Wye, Brecon and Abergavenny are close/ish. Brecon and Mon Canal are good for level walks or cycling. Hide

Reviewed by Philip 28th June 2024

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This is a nicely converted and tastefully furnished building, with attractive use of wood and nice curtains and blinds. It is in a hilly and quiet location close to footpaths for hill walking. The silence and views are wonderful.

Reviewed by Shelley 29th March 2024

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A great location to visit Hay on Wye and for walking. It is very close to Offa's Dyke walk and there is also a nice walk up Hay Bluff that you can do. Stunning views, and you can park off and chill out for the time you are there.

Reviewed by Paul 9th February 2024

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Reviewed by Rehan 15th December 2023

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Lovely peaceful spot and only a couple of miles from hay. Perfect for a weekend away.

Reviewed by Julie 29th October 2023

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Great place to stay so picturesque very nice property owner is lovely and great places to visit we really enjoyed our stay

Reviewed by Janette 20th October 2023

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Fabulous cottage & location set on a lovely working farm. A friendly welcome from the owners, the wonderful dogs & Boris the cat. The cottage was spotless & the large bed is extremely comfortable was very shocked one morning when we woke up at 10.30am bliss. Beautiful country side and amazing views. Thank you for a very chilled long weekend, will dRead moreefinitely be returning in the near future. Hide

Reviewed by Louise 6th October 2023

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A delightfully warm and cosy place to stay - so quiet and peaceful. We received a friendly welcome from the owners and the animals. The bothy is well equipped and beautifully clean, the large bed is very comfortable. Lovely to be in such easy reach of stunning country side and impressive views. Thank you for a lovely holiday - we hope to come back Read moreagain. Hide

Reviewed by Christine 22nd September 2023

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Lovely place to stay. Beautifully quiet and off the beaten track. Hosts very friendly and welcoming.

Reviewed by Judith 15th September 2023

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Hideaway. A great place for walking and getting away from it all. A comfortable retreat for those that do not want internet, mobile phone coverage or television. All we could have wanted apart from slightly less rain. Boris the cat was a welcome visitor. Returned home relaxed and refreshed. Thank you

Reviewed by Rob 4th August 2023

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Simply but very comfortably furnished accommodation in a blissfully remote farmland location just a couple of miles from the bustle of Hay on Wye and nestled beneath dramatic Hay Bluff. Penny and everybody on the farm were very welcoming and friendly which made the entire week a total delight.

Reviewed by Robert 15th July 2023

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The cottage was clean, tidy, comfortable and in a great location. Apart from an occasional tractor, dog barking or sheep bleating all was blissfully quiet. Owner was very friendly but being a working farm we did not see them much. The Wi-Fi / phone signal was not great for us but the cottage description did warn us of this. A plus for us was the suRead moreper king size bed! The farm dogs were very friendly as was Boris the cat! Great walking on the door step and Hay on Wye just down the road. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 8th July 2023

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Really enjoyed our time here. Lovely location, great host and fantastic scenery. A total get away from it all place if you like walking and chilling out. Just lovely.

Reviewed by Nadine 16th June 2023

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Reviewed by Paul 5th May 2023

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You need to be reasonably fit to be able to go walking from the cottage because of the steep climbs all around. Also the long single track road leading to the cottage is very steep in places and there are few passing places.

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Photos
View towards the stone bothy
Balcony surrounding the property with countryside views
Beautiful bothy set on a traditional working farm
Comfy armchairs where you can sit back and relax
Kitchen area
High ceilings and exposed beams
Warming wood burner
Dining area next to the wood burning stove
Kitchen details
View towards the bedroom, with access to the decking area
Gorgeous super king-size bedroom with high ceilings and freshly laundered bedding
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