Set off for a romantic, rural retreat on a working farm in the Brecon Beacons National Park with scenic walking routes, mountains and historical sites nearby. Take a bottle of bubbly out on a nighttime adventure for some star gazing in this international dark sky reserve before enjoying a home-cooked meal in front of the fire and catching some shut-eye on the four-poster bed.
This converted stable with characterful wooden beamed ceilings throughout has a cosy living room with two comfortable sofas and a wood burner. Continue into the traditional kitchen with plenty of space to prepare a meal on the dark surface tops, which you can enjoy at the dining table. Climb the stairs to reach the first floor which has a quirky narrow bathroom plus a king-size bedroom. Outside is the patio with a gravel area, furniture and a BBQ.
Wander along the walking trails from your doorstep through the countryside while you’re at this cottage in the Brecon Beacons National Park. On the grounds is access to the River Usk – so bring your fishing gear to catch some salmon and trout. Head to the nearby village of Defynnog (1 mile) for a pint at the local pub or some lunch at the Welsh Rarebit Centre. Spend some quality time with your other half on a boat along the River Usk from the market town of Brecon (8 miles), or stroll around the Ystradfellte Waterfalls (14.5 miles). If you’re up for a challenge, the tallest mountain in South Wales, Pen Y Fan, is just 10 miles away – with a peak at 886 metres.