Perched in an elevated location overlooking the Wye Valley, this picture-perfect barn conversion occupies a truly magical setting. Surrounded by trees and flowers overlooking a lily pond, it feels secluded from the owner’s farmhouse next door. Ideal for couples and solo travellers who love to be immersed in nature, it benefits from a warm and welcoming interior and a converted shepherd’s hut with a wood burner, ideal for cosying up beneath the stars.
Formerly a threshing barn and granary, this stone property has been lovingly converted, blending rustic charm with modern comforts. Snuggle on the sofas next to exposed stone walls, bathed in light from characterful arrow-slit windows, or throw open the French doors to the patio and let the fresh air in. This open-plan living space features a fitted kitchen with warm wooden cupboards, ideal for rustling up home-cooked meals. Dine inside or out, with a cosy table for two in the lounge or a bistro table and chairs on your private patio. When it’s time for bed, head to the first-floor king-size bedroom, which features exposed stone walls, sloping ceilings and gorgeous pond views. The adjoining bathroom has a rolltop bath and a walk-in shower, so you can freshen up however you please.
Outside, the cottage shares a pretty courtyard with the farmhouse, and benefits from a private patio next to the lily pond with outdoor dining and BBQ facilities. Stroll across the orchard to the shepherd’s hut to watch wildlife or just enjoy the views. Thanks to the lack of light pollution, it’s a superb spot for stargazing and the owner will happily give guests a tour of the night’s sky from their private observatory (the telescope is too complex to be used without guidance). If you can tear yourself away, venture to the market and book town of Hay-on-Wye (3 miles) or set off to explore the mountains and trails of the Brecon Beacons National Park, which begins just 5 miles from the cottage.