Title: Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views Holiday home in Abergavenny with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views ![Interior - Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views (Hay-on-ye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832500/112832477/b3ece327.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop - Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views (Hay-on-ye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832500/112832477/25026794.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views (Hay-on-ye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832500/112832477/11fa1af3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![9 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi - Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views (Hay-on-ye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832500/112832477/d95d8090.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views (Hay-on-ye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112840000/112832500/112832477/25b92ecd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 9 bedrooms5 bathrooms2000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views The Castle (aka Castle Farm) is an absolutely idyllic retreat, high up in the Llanthony Valley, Castle Farm sits in the heart of the Black Mountains in South Wales. The house is in a truly stunning and private location, providing outstanding views and hugely comfortable accommodation. Direct access to the Brecon Beacons National Park is available from just behind the house. There is a mountain spring water hot tub' available (as an extra) and it also has its own stretch of river for paddling. Absolutely idyllic, high up in the Llanthony Valley, Castle Farm sits in the heart of the Black Mountains in South Wales. It's a spacious self-catering family holiday home and cottage in an absolutely stunning and private location. Whether it is a weekend in the country or to simply escape to a wilderness away from the city, this is the perfect venue. The 40-acre farm stands in an exceptionally private location, with direct access to the Brecon Beacons National Park behind the house, its own stretch of river for paddling in, nature walks and acres of woods. The house consists of a lovely old farmhouse sleeping up to 14\. There is also a separate cottage available for up to 12 more. The large farmhouse is available on an exclusive basis, by the week, weekend or mid week break. This is a fabulous place for lovers of the great outdoors, with superb hill walking outside the door. There's also a riding outfit nearby for anyone who wants to go trekking. Foodies will be in heaven, pottering around the famous market at Abergavenny and trying restaurants such as The Walnut Tree and The Hardwick. For the more literary, Hay-on-Wye is seven miles away. Castle Farm is self-catering, but catering can easily be arranged. The dining room in the farmhouse can seat up to 28 on two tables. The light and airy kitchen has a breakfast table to seat up to 10 and is well equipped to cater for large groups. There is an Aga plus an electric oven and a counter top hob, two huge fridge freezers and two dishwashers. Recent visitors have said: "Its was like waking up in Narnia", "Castle Farm was fantastic!! What a fabulous place!", "We all had an absolutely brilliant weekend, the weather was incredible and the views from the property were no less so!", "The location is just perfect", "It really felt like a home from home", "...a beautiful setting... very peaceful and just what was required!", "What a beautiful home you have there. None of us wanted to leave" ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Hob - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 9 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 5 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90862800/90862745/d837e780.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hay Holiday Cottage Hay-on-Wye - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=90862745&PinnedHotelID=90862745&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118700000/118698200/118698119/d0301716.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hay Boathouse/Maes-y-Caer Hay On Wye - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=118698119&PinnedHotelID=118698119&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111290000/111288900/111288827/4fa88d43.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Glanhenwye Courtyard Cottages Hereford - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-08&endDate=2026-01-09&selected=111288827&PinnedHotelID=111288827&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106710000/106700100/106700091/6304fce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Escape to this three-bedroom holiday home set in Hay-on-Wye. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 698468 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C51.98314%2C-3.08928&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nz7uHPAAmho9KNa9amW8naDn3-c=) Hay-on-ye, Wales #### What's nearby - Brecon Beacons National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Hay Castle \- 26 min drive \- 9.1 miles - Royal Welsh Showground \- 52 min drive \- 26.8 miles - Hereford Cathedral \- 57 min drive \- 31.9 miles - Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Center \- 58 min drive \- 30.7 miles #### Getting around - Abergavenny Station - 41 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Antur Brew Co - ‬22 min drive - ‪The Bull's Head - ‬17 min drive - ‪Triggs At The Mill - ‬26 min drive - ‪The Bridge Inn, Michael Church - ‬25 min drive - ‪Bridge End Inn - ‬27 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views? ### Where is Large family retreat in the wilderness with amazing views located? ## Have a question? 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