Maes Y Berllan Barn

4.6★

10 Guests
4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

19 Customer Review(s)

Heather
October 2024

“Great location for the Brecon Beacons.”

Perfect for a group of six on a walking trip. The barn is very spacious and well equipped.

Perfect for a group of six on a walking trip. The barn is very spacious and well equipped.

- Heather, October 2024
Julia June 2024

“Absolutely delighted with this holiday cottage.”

We had such a lovely peaceful time. The amenities were great, particularly for our mum who has disabilities following her stroke. We'd 100% recommend your cottage to out families and friends (in fact already have). Couldn't have asked for a better week away. It was lovely to get to meet you and learn a bit of the background of the cottage. Also, we really appreciated your help getting our car started on the day we left.

- Julia, June 2024
Alison May 2024

“My colleagues stayed three times at the farm in the last few weeks and enjoyed it everytime.”

The hosts are very welcoming. Would definitely stay again if we're in the area

- Alison, May 2024

Thank you so much for your review. Trying to explain about our quaint, not perfect, but full of character and in a beautiful valley barn - there are no words But we love it and are so glad you appreciated it and looked after it for us Property Owner
Eman May 2024

“Great sized property and loved that it had 10 single beds.”

Hand wash smelt amazing. No instruction on how to use the central heating. The kitchen was a bit tight.

- Eman, May 2024

Thank you for your review A comfy bed is always important. You had the added choice of singles or super kings The radiators are on all winter, this year has been very different weather wise and trying to set the temperature to everyone’s liking is not always easy, especially when it takes the underfloor heating 24 hours to catch up- I will update the handbook. The hand wash Sandalwood and black pepper!! is a new one we love it, it is also kind to your skin and can be used as a shampoo! I did try the hand and body lotion, but not enough was used. What on earth were you trying to do in the kitchen!! There is a huge table in the dining area, or an even bigger one outside to sit around ‘Too many cooks spoil the broth’ We have lots of family get togethers at the barn- inside but especially outside. Property Owner
Keith April 2024

“We had a lovely three night break.”

The farmhouse is spacious and ideal for a family gathering.The garden is large and the children had plenty of space to play in a safe envionment.Abergavenny is only a short drive away and we enjoyed a visit to Talybont and the cabal and also Talybont reservoir.The owners were very helpful.

- Keith, April 2024

Thank you for your lovely review, and looking after our barn My in-laws who live in the bungalow, have lived in the area all their lives and are full of brilliant local information. You sound like you used the barn to explore the area. Property Owner
Kyla March 2024

“Fantastic sociable space for eating and relaxing.”

Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. Wonderfully warm with underfloor heating downstairs which was really welcome after a rainy walk. Great access to Crickhowell, Abergavenny and the hills all around. The owners were very helpful and happy to make all the beds into singles for our group of nine friends. Very pretty garden and space for outside eating. The only things to improve: the downstairs shower didn't drain very quickly so water collected. Others said that hot water ran out quite quickly too. But we had a great stay and would definitely recommend the barn.

- Kyla, March 2024
Des February 2024

“Lovely and warm when we arrived .”

The downstairs toilet you had to pump 3 times to get it to flush. The main oven took a while to get it to work as no instructions left out we finally found them in the cupboard with the bins. The floor was dirty and crisps toys and other rubbish under the chairs quite visible . The main table was dirty as well as the mats some of them needed to be binned. The windows were full of handmarks.The beds were very comfortable but when we removed the pillowcase some of the pillows were badly stained and in need of a wash .

- Des, February 2024

Wow what can i say! We are delighted the barn was warm, the beds were comfortable and the cooker eventually worked. It is a shame when the agents phoned you on Saturday morning that you did not mention the crumbs and food debris on the floor, or the toilet it has been looked at several times, we had been told visitors were a little heavy handed , the plumber has been phoned and we are awaiting a spare part. Your list of queries, re our holiday home The pillows are on order some new eco ones to replace the unwashable feather ones, they do have a clean protector on as do the beds. The mats I am sad you do not like them, a local lady made them. The crumbs I have sent your review to the cleaning team, the toys we are still searching for and have and asked the cleaning team to clarify,. Is is hard not to touch the clock or buttons on oven, whilst cleaning although they will switch off on plug for safety, which is why i think the timer appears, I will add a note to the list of housekeeping re cooker. The windows are cleaned once a month, but it has been weather dependent and we have had a lot of rain, why do people big and small have to kiss windows We hope you eventually find your perfect holiday home. Property Owner
Anish February 2024

“Very nice and comfortable stay.”

Everything was as described. No complaints at all. Feb 2024. Anish

- Anish, February 2024
Philip December 2023

“Very comfortable home in rural location.”

We stayed here over the Christmas week and it was very nice that the owner organised both a Christmas tree and decorations. We were impressed with nearby Abergavenny which is a country town that has retained lots of its character and has a good range of shops and restaurants. Excellent location for walking the surrounding region. We hope to stay here again.

- Philip, December 2023
Jan May 2023

“We had the most magical week at the barn, everything was there that we needed, it was very relaxing and the views were exquisite.”

If you want peace and quiet it’s the place to be, wish there were more footpaths nearby.

- Jan, May 2023
John May 2023

“A great place to accommodate a large group.”

Wish we were able to stay longer so that we could make the most of the beautiful outside area with bbq. Peaceful place and loads of birdsong. The shower in the en suite could certainly do with an upgrade, but aside from that minor point, our group really loved it

- John, May 2023
Frances March 2023

“We had a really great time in this spacious, spotless and comfortable house.”

The beds were extremely comfortable, the sofas perfect to relax on in front of the TV after a long day walking in the beautiful surroundings and the kitchen was well stocked with appropriate levels of crockery and cooking utensils. The TV reception was a tad intermittent probably due to the surrounding mountains but we managed to deal with it. All in all a great place to stay and we will definitely be returning. Our only suggestion is that the house folder of information was a bit sparse on appliances and how they worked but otherwise perfect

- Frances, March 2023
Amanda January 2023

“This beautiful house was perfect for our winter family get together.”

The whole house was spacious and comfortable especially the beds and the house was lovely and warm. The kitchen was very well equipped. The children loved seeing the horses in the neighbouring barn and fields.

- Amanda, January 2023
Chris December 2022

“The house is kept to a very high standard, it was clean and tidy throughout.”

The bedrooms are very comfortable and there is easily space for eight adults plus small children. The kitchen is well stocked and the large oven and fridge are great when catering for large groups. We found everything we needed for our Christmas holiday and felt very welcome.

- Chris, December 2022
Marcelle December 2022

“The Barn was perfect for our family gathering , warm plenty of space and well equipped.”

The log burner was an extra bonus , which created a lovely atmosphere in the property.

- Marcelle, December 2022
Lysa November 2022

“I have spoken directly with the owner already and we had a fabulous time.”

Great property and location. Just perfect for our annual reunion!

- Lysa, November 2022
Jennifer May 2022

“Brilliant place very comfortable, lots of space inside and everything you need lovely big garden and gorgeous views and lots of lovely walks , we would definitely go back.”

- Jennifer, May 2022
Susan March 2022

“Lovely place, could do with more cupboard space for food storage.”

- Susan, March 2022
Joanne February 2022

“Lovely cottage.”

warm and good facilities provided. Plenty of room for large group. Large garden and close to village for essential needs. Loads of places nearby to walk or visit Loved the Dragon!

- Joanne, February 2022

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Summary

Four bedrooms
All beds made up as Super King beds unless single beds are requested at time of booking
1 x Ground floor super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), next to ground-floor wet room with shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
1 x Super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), en-suite with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
1 x Family room with super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), single day bed, en-suite cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail and WC
1 x Family room with super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) and single
Family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner, Living/dining room with wood burning stove, Utility.
Underfloor heating
Rangemaster with electric oven and hob, grill, 60/40 fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair, stairgate and cot available on request
Enclosed garden with patio, lawn, furniture and barbecue (not guaranteed 100% dog proof) and lockable bike storage
Ample off-road parking
Two well-behaved pets welcome (additional charge applies)
Sorry, no smoking
Note: There is ground level step-free access available via patio doors on request for those with limited mobility
Note: Two optional sofa beds are available
Note: This property does not have a charge point for electric vehicles and charging from within the property is prohibited
Note: Pets are not allowed upstairs or on soft furnishings
Note: There are farmyard animals in the immediate vicinity, please ensure dogs are kept on a lead
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.7 miles

The property

Maes Y Berllan Barn, a magnificent 17th-century barn conversion, lies tucked away in Gilwern, near Abergavenny, in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park).

It is a superb family-friendly home, sleeping ten and their two canine companions, ideal for those who want to retreat to this beautiful region.

It has an interior full of historic elements such as exposed beams and high, vaulted ceilings.

You'll be able to whip up great meals for your family and friends with the help of the Rangemaster with electric oven and hob, microwave, 60/40 fridge/freezer, as well as a handy dishwasher and washing machine for keeping your kitchen area clean and tidy.

In the living/dining area, prepare a tasty supper for ten people, or dine alfresco in the wide, enclosed garden with a BBQ if the weather permits.

Relax in the sitting area, which features a selection of plush sofas, two of which are sofa beds for four additional guests, as the wood burning stove crackles close, and enjoy a family movie night on the Smart TV.

The laundry/drying room has a tumble dryer for your convenience.

A super king-size bedroom with zip/link beds and a wet room shower with disability access, completes the ground level, making it perfect for guests with mobility issues.

Find a quiet space with a good book by climbing the stairs onto the first-floor gallery which features two armchairs.

Choose from three additional well-presented bedrooms on the first floor, a super-king-size with en-suite shower room, a super-king-size with single bed, and a super-king-size and single day bed with en-suite cloakroom and basin, all beds, apart from the day bed, are zip'n'link.

There are two welcome pubs in your immediate area, The Beaufort and The Corn Exchange, both of which serve up delicious food and local brews when you need a night off from the kitchen.

Because of your ideal location within the National Park, you'll have easy access to a wide variety of wonderful walking and cycling routes, as well as opportunities for bird viewing and even fishing in the River Usk for rainbow trout and sockeye salmon.

Check out the Sugarloaf, which is one of the Black Mountains' highest peaks and provides breath-taking vistas from its summit, or the Usk Valley.

A short drive will take you to Abergavenny, with its museum, the spectacular castle ruins and its indoor and outdoor markets.

Or have a picnic in the beautiful Bailey Park or Linda Vista Gardens, or practise your golf swing at the world-class Monmouthshire Golf Club.

If you're in the area, Crickhowell has a fascinating castle and awe-inspiring landscape, while Blaenavon has a mediaeval ironworks and a cultural centre.

Maes Y Berllan Barn is a great option for a fun-filled family holiday that has something for everyone.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

GILWERN

Crickhowell 3 miles; Abergavenny 4 miles; Monmouth 20 miles.

Situated amidst the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park), the picturesque village of Gilwern offers visitors many amenities, including traditional pubs, shops and a great fish and chip shop. The National Park covers approximately 520 sq miles, and the whole area around Gilwern is surrounded by stunning countryside, and offers excellent walking, cycling and bird watching, as well as great salmon and trout fishing on the river Usk. The medieval market town of Abergavenny, the "Gateway to Wales", is nestled between the 'seven hills' and has something for everyone, with its many indoor and outdoor markets, magnificent castle and museums. The splendid mountain known as Sugarloaf offers fantastic walks for all abilities, as well as its own vineyard, while just a few miles away, the beautiful town of Crickhowell is a must for all visitors. With its fresh mountain air and beautiful scenery this really is a great place at any time of year.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews & Ratings

“Great location for the Brecon Beacons.”

“Absolutely delighted with this holiday cottage.”

“My colleagues stayed three times at the farm in the last few weeks and enjoyed it everytime.”

“Great sized property and loved that it had 10 single beds.”

“We had a lovely three night break.”

“Fantastic sociable space for eating and relaxing.”

“Lovely and warm when we arrived .”

“Very nice and comfortable stay.”

“Very comfortable home in rural location.”

“We had the most magical week at the barn, everything was there that we needed, it was very relaxing and the views were exquisite.”

“A great place to accommodate a large group.”

“We had a really great time in this spacious, spotless and comfortable house.”

“This beautiful house was perfect for our winter family get together.”

“The house is kept to a very high standard, it was clean and tidy throughout.”

“The Barn was perfect for our family gathering , warm plenty of space and well equipped.”

“I have spoken directly with the owner already and we had a fabulous time.”

“Brilliant place very comfortable, lots of space inside and everything you need lovely big garden and gorgeous views and lots of lovely walks , we would definitely go back.”

“Lovely place, could do with more cupboard space for food storage.”

“Lovely cottage.”

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About the location

GILWERN