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Self-catering holidays in Powys, Wales
Powys is a sparsely populated hilly county, just over the Welsh border, the largest in Wales. A good choice for travellers seeking quiet mountain views, beautiful rural scenery, outdoor activities such as walking, riding, cycling or birdwatching in the Radnor Forest Valley, or perhaps to discover pretty little Welsh villages or ruined castles, away from the crowds. A trip to Powys Castle provides a great day out for all ages.
Knighton
 Knighton is a small town which prospered from the wool trade. The town is also the site of Offa's Dyke, a famous earthwork defence built by the King of Mercia in 757. Offa's Dyke Visitors' centre is located in the centre of the town. Two long distance footpaths, the Offa's Dyke Path and Glyndwr's Way pass close to Knighton. Thousands of visitors arrive on the last Saturday in August to watch the floats and costumes in the Knighton Carnival.
Want to see stars? The town is home to an observatory, planetarium and camera obscura.
Hay-on-Wye
The town of Hay-on-Wye is divided by the borders of Herefordshire, and old Welsh counties of Breckonshire and Radnorshire. The famous Hay Festival of Literature, held annually on the last week in May, has put this village on the international literary scene. Famous faces from all over the world give talks and the world's media descends on this little village for the world-famous literary festival.
Hay-on-Wye is a charming village, full of second hand bookshops and small craft workshops. The town also has a golf course and many outdoor activities such as riding and fishing can be organised locally. It's also on the doorstep of the Brecon Beacons National Park, beloved haunt of walkers and ramblers.
Elan Valley
A beautiful valley well-known for its view is Elan Valley where a chain of reservoirs supplies Birmingham with water.
Presteigne
The Radnorshire town of Presteigne is divided by a shallow river that places one half in Wales and the other in England. Visit the Offa's Dyke visitor centre, antique shops. Lots of old half-timbered buildings and a couple of good pubs in the high street.
Self-catering holiday cottages and apartments to rent in Powys, mid Wales:
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Suran Y Coed
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Stay in a luxurious pine lodge with a 5 star Welsh Tourist Board rating, located on an isolated farm, surrounded by beautiful scenery, in the peaceful countryside of Powys in mid-Wales with bubbling stream. A 4 person hot tub for hire. The lodge sleeps 4. Games room is available to all guests staying on the farm, which includes a full size Snooker table, darts and table tennis.
 01547 550 348,07813157869
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Glynmeddig
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Wonderful barn conversion, ideal for groups, in the Brecon Beacons National Park. For families, friends, reunions, schools, colleges, businesses and training organisations. All weather Tennis Court. 4 Star rating. Weekends, mid week and weeks. Local pub with good food.
01874 638949,
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Wern Watkin
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Wern Watkin Bunkhouse: a magical remote location for family reunions with a wonderful range of outdoor activities on the doorstep. Fitted out to 5 star standard. Large group accommodation in the Brecon Beacons that sleeps up to 30 people. Availability for Christmas, imagine spending Christmas with the extended family for festive fun and games under one roof.
01873 812307,0778 686 4885
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Barlings Barn
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For Holidays and Short Breaks in beautiful peaceful countryside. Sleeps 14 to 16. Enjoy exclusive use of heated indoor swimming pool, squash court, table tennis, sauna, pool table, all weather barbecue, broadband Ideal for relaxing, short breaks and holidays. Explore Mid Wales - enjoy rural activities: Peaceful, secluded location, set in pretty grounds of 18th century cottage in beautiful Mid Wales Hills.
01650 521 479, 07766 312508
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The Swan House
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A beautifully decorated luxury 4 bedroom bungalow with all the comforts that one expects on such a holiday, set in a peaceful rural location yet within 6 miles of the historic towns of Presteigne, Knighton and Kington on the Welsh borders. If you enjoy discovering new parts of the UK, eating out, peaceful walks and stunning views in the countryside with a comfortable base to return to then do click on the cottage photograph to find out more about Swan House and how to book a memorable holiday.
+44 (0)1547 560 460,
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Riverside Cottage
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Old character cottage with all newly fitted conveniences. Situated right on the Usk river bank with fabulous views from every room and just 100 yards from the town centre!
01189 476067,07831 884474
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Glanhenwye
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Three, comfortable five star cottages recently converted from grade two listed stone hayloft, mangers and stables. All cottages are spacious, the beds are large and exposed beams, open fires and log burners, under floor heating, garden terraces and no chintz make this a very nice place to come and stay. Great for walks in the Brecon Beacons, abundant wildlife, good pubs.
01497 847 678,
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The Wainhouse
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This easter treat your self to that perfect break in our 15th Century stone cottage with its original oak beams sleeps up to 4 people has 1 double room with en-suite bathroom and 1 twin room with en-suite shower.Just short stroll to the snooker , table tennis & hot tub. Situated on a 300 acre farm in an isolated valley with numerous ponds and native woods, all for you to enjoy.
01547 550 348,07813157869
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Brandyhouse Farm Cottage
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Charming 4 star cottage with 3 bedrooms on an idyllic smallholding on the English/Welsh Borders. Brandy House Farm Cottage has been beautifully converted from a traditional stone barn with every attention to detail. You will find exposed stone walls, oak ledge and brace doors and a lovely private terraced garden with patio.
In it's gorgeous rural setting this is the perfect choice for a peaceful and relaxing break.
The cottage is available for flexible short breaks as well as whole weeks. Sleeps up to 6.
01547 510282,
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Luxury Lodges Wales
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Luxury pine lodges in idyllic country setting in mid Wales. Each lodges accommodates 4-6 people. Hot tub with Sauna. Wi-Fi Internet access. Welcome pack. Please phone 01686 430491 to check availability.
01686 430 491,07811 704 591
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Craig y Nos Farmhouse
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Craig y Nos is a beautiful 16th Century Farmhouse that sleeps up to 8 people. The earliest parts of the farmhouse date from pre-1700, with later additions through Georgian and Victorian times. Four poster bed and inglenook fireplace. The farmhouse is set in 21 acres of land, 1/2 mile from Craig Y Nos Castle, there are uninterrupted views of the countryside, with a stream, waterfall and wooded areas within the grounds, to walk and explore. Fishing on the river Tawe. Explore the Brecon Beacons.
01639 730205,
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The Cidermill at Boatside
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There are some excellent walks from the doorstep. The hill behind boatside has many paths going up it, as well as across it, and offers excellent views from the top. The Brecon Beacons, the Black Mountains and the hills of Drygarn Fawr beyond the Elan Valley can be seen on a clear day. From the village of Aberedw paths lead onto the hills beyond the village, where an interesting circular walk can easily be done in an afternoon, passing Llewellyn's Cave and Twm Tobaccos grave on the way. For those who enjoy mountain biking, then the same hills are accessible, with some fast and furious descents to tempt you! A helmet is advisable, and beware of nettles and gorse bushes on the tracks on the hill behind Boatside. If you need a more relaxing occupation, then the birdlife in the area is diverse. Birds of prey, waterfowl, woodpeckers and the smaller passerines abound in the vicinity of the farm, while a short walk on the hill will enable you to spot upland birds and skylarks. At the end of the day, a picnic on the river bank is a good way to relax; watch the world go by, as the swallows fly overhead and the trout rise lazily to the fly – paradise!
01982 551 945,alison
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Mu's Cottage
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Mu's Cottage, originally the gardener's cottage in the extensive grounds of The Old Vicarage, is situated just outside the village of Evenjobb in the renowned beautiful countryside of the Radnor Valley on the Welsh Borders. Follow the famous Herefordshire Black and White village trail, walk Offa's Dyke or explore the Brecon Beacons. The cottage has three bedrooms and two bathrooms sleeping up to five people. It is fully equipped to a very high standard - heating, linen and towels are provided.
01547 560 308 ,07977 927588
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Hafod and Ty Nant Barns
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Luxury self catering in glorious countryside in mid Wales near Llanidloes.
Accommodation for 10 - 28 in 1 or both barns. 10 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms. WiFi Broadband Internet. SKY+ TV. Woodburner. Kitchen with Aga. Gym and sauna. Games room with professional pool table. BBQ in garden.
Babysitting and catering can usually be arranged if required.
01686 412130,07776 176919
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