Cwm Derw Cottage | Llanafan Fawr | Llanafan-fawr

5.0★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets No
Show on map

Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

147 Customer Review(s)

Ian
October 2024

“Lovely comfortable cottage in a great location for exploring the area.”

Friendly and welcoming hosts. Secure parking. Biker friendly. Brilliant!

Friendly and welcoming hosts. Secure parking. Biker friendly. Brilliant!

- Ian, October 2024
Roy August 2024

“A lovely, comfortable, well equipped, single storey cottage for two.”

Helpful owners, beautiful location and centrally located. We will definitely be returning to sample the stunning scenery in the Spring !!

- Roy, August 2024
Andrew August 2024

“Great property.”

Very clean. Owners very helpful. In middle of the country yet near to towns for supplies. Recommend to colleague he booked next year.

- Andrew, August 2024
Emma July 2024

“We absolutely loved our stay.”

It was such a peaceful and refreshing much needed break. The cottage is very comfortable and relaxing.

- Emma, July 2024
Evelyn May 2024

“A lovely cottage with a very comfortable bed which is obviously important.”

There is a great decking area with chairs and a lovely view. The owners were very helpful. We greatly enjoyed our stay in this quiet area in the countryside.

- Evelyn, May 2024
Lee March 2024

“Beautiful cottage and amazing hosts , we will be returning .”

- Lee, March 2024
Judith March 2024

“A fabulous property and the owners were very helpful and friendly.”

They have lots of knowledge of local area and offered lots of hints and tips. Also a welcome greeting from their dogs every day. The cottage is even better than the photos showed. Perfect for me who likes peace and quiet - no traffic noise. I don’t mind driving to get to a shop. I would possibly book their other cottage Black Mountain View in future because for me the only downside was being directly overlooked by the main farmhouse. I normally prefer leaving curtains open at night.

- Judith, March 2024
Andrew February 2024

“A lovely welcome from the owners cottage was kept warm and the welcome pack was ...”

A lovely welcome from the owners cottage was kept warm and the welcome pack was lovely , plenty of wildlife and beautiful views

- Andrew, February 2024
Elisabeth February 2024

“This was such a cosy, clean holiday home, that it meant we had a really restful holiday.”

Rob and Liz the owners were very welcoming. and since coming home we have been recommending it to family and friends.

- Elisabeth, February 2024

Hi, Many thanks for your kind feedback, and look forward to possibly welcoming you both back to the cottage Regards Rob Property Owner
Sarah December 2023

“The perfect cosy cottage for a Christmas getaway, it's furnished, dressed and equipped to a very high standard.”

As it was Christmas the owners had even put Christmas decorations up which was a lovely touch. The property is set in beautiful countryside with lovely views from the veranda. We hope to return.

- Sarah, December 2023
William September 2023

“Rob and Liz, the owners were extremely friendly and helpful.”

Lovely touch with the welcoming gifts.

- William, September 2023
Mrs Davies September 2023

“We enjoyed our time in the property it was clean and well furnished.”

Our hosts meet us upon arrival they were kind and very accommodating.

- Mrs Davies, September 2023
Eleanor August 2023

“The location is remote and surrounded by beautiful views.”

The cottage was larger and even nicer than we thought from the photographs. The family are welcoming and really easy to get along with. We had a lovely holiday and would highly recommend.

- Eleanor, August 2023
Leslie August 2023

“We enjoyed a very relaxing week at this well equipped cottage for two.”

An ideal location for exploring the Brecon Beacons and the Elan Valley in Mid Wales. We enjoyed excellent support from the owners and will certainly be back.

- Leslie, August 2023
Peter July 2023

“Very welcoming hosts and friendly family Great accommodation will go back to ...”

Very welcoming hosts and friendly family Great accommodation will go back to stay again Plenty to do just short drive away in all directions Clean and modern perfectly placed

- Peter, July 2023
Janet July 2023

“Our second visit here, loved it the first time, and the second was even better.”

Rob and Liz made us feel very welcome. Will definitely be back!

- Janet, July 2023
Sue July 2023

“This is an amazing place to stay so quiet, clean and amazing hosts.”

A place to relax and unwind from life. The animals are just lovely.

- Sue, July 2023
Owen July 2023

“Lovely cottage.”

Nice comfortable bed. Great shower in bathroom. Beautiful area, peaceful & quiet but plenty to explore.

- Owen, July 2023
Pamela June 2023

“Well maintained and decorated cottage, perfect for two people for a short stay.”

the owners Rob and Liz live on site and are very friendly. Ideal for someone looking for a quiet stay away

- Pamela, June 2023
David May 2023

“Lovely little cottage,well maintained, just the right size for two people, would certainly recommend.”

Thank you to Rob & Liz for their great hospitality

- David, May 2023
Maureen May 2023

“This cottage was excellent the owners Liz and Rob where very welcomig the area ...”

This cottage was excellent the owners Liz and Rob where very welcomig the area was wonderful i have been with sykes for quite a few years and this cottage was the best i stayed at i wish them all the best Maureen and Jaon

- Maureen, May 2023
Joanne April 2023

“Hosts Rob & Liz were most welcoming and could not do enough for us to ensure we enjoyed our stay.”

The cottage was lovely with fantastic views over the countryside and mountains. Would certainly recommend to family & friends.

- Joanne, April 2023
Karen April 2023

“Great place , fantastic cottage and very welcoming and warm hosts.”

- Karen, April 2023
Karen March 2023

“We had a fantastic week at Cwm Derw.”

It has been built and maintained to a very high standard and is cosy and warm - even in the snow! It contained everything we needed and was clean and comfortable. Rob and Liz are wonderful hosts with a lovely balance of available and friendly but maintaining privacy. The area is gorgeous with plenty of walks from the front door as well as the beautiful Elan Valley close by. Looking forward to visiting again!

- Karen, March 2023
Andreea January 2023

“Highly recommended❤️ We spent an amazing week in this cosy cottage The owners are lovely everything was so beautiful.”

Thanks a lot for everything

- Andreea, January 2023
T December 2022

“Beautiful cottage, stunning scenery, excellent hosts.”

A birthday treat for hubby who's birthday is week before Xmas. We were made very welcome and received a welcome bottle of wine and cake. I particularly really appreciated the effort that was made to decorate the cottage with a Xmas tree and decorations as this has not been done at some places I have stayed before at Xmas. Made it all the more special. A massive thank you to Rob and liz.

- T, December 2022
Daniel November 2022

“Really nice owners, lovely cottage and stay, can’t comlain.”

- Daniel, November 2022
Vicky October 2022

“Fabulous property, absolutely lovely hosts.”

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here, if you want tranquil and peaceful, combined with stunning views this is it!

- Vicky, October 2022
William September 2022

“Liz and Rob were perfect hosts.”

Friendly, giving advice on places to visit, or just for an evening chat about the day. The cottage was surrounded by beautiful scenery, animals and wildlife. (Horses, donkey, sheep, red kites, robins, and dogs). Everything was in the cottage for a comfortable stay, bed so comfy, clean linen and towels for our 2nd week. Shower was lovely and spacious. We wanted a relaxing break and this is what we had. Weather was lovely too which was a bonus. Would recommend highly.

- William, September 2022
Maria September 2022

“We had a lovely relaxing break everything was perfect.”

Liz and Rob were very friendly and helpful and made us feel totally at home We loved the cottage and farm

- Maria, September 2022
Les August 2022

“You get an extremely warm welcome in the hillside at this lovely cottage.”

Liz & Rob are brilliant owners who go out of their way to make sure your stay is perfect in every way. We would highly recommend this property for couples who want to relax soak up the beautiful scenery or just get away from it all. Thank you for sharing this lovely part of Wales we had a great week Alison & Les

- Les, August 2022
Pamela August 2022

“Friendly owners, spacious accommodation with everything you needed.”

Lovely view from the terrace. Friendly dogs to greet you!

- Pamela, August 2022
Wendy August 2022

“This was a first class property that did not disappoint.”

The owners Rob and Liz were great too and made sure we felt welcomed and helped us with recommendations for local places to visit etc. A truly relaxing holiday in the most idylic of locations - will definitely be back!

- Wendy, August 2022
Jeremy July 2022

“A lovely, well-equipped property.”

The views from the decking are extensive making it a great place to relax. Hosts are very welcoming. Highly recommend!

- Jeremy, July 2022
Neil May 2022

“Wonderful hosts, cottage beautiful.”

Serene location, friendly dogs that are well behaved. Location and views amazing

- Neil, May 2022
Alan May 2022

“The cottage is lovely.”

There is everything you need there and more. It is very clean and so comfortable. As soon as you walk through the door you relax. Rob and Liz are the perfect hosts. If you didn't want to leave the cottage you could just stay there as the grounds are beautiful.

- Alan, May 2022
Carol April 2022

“This is a beautiful cottage, very relaxing with a really warm welcome from both the family and the dogs in a stunning location.”

We would heartily recommend a stay here.

- Carol, April 2022
Mark April 2022

“The property was very comfortable and also in a great location.”

It was really good to have such friendly hosts with a wealth of local knowledge. We would thoroughly recommend the cottage. Thanks Rob and Liz for a great stay. It was a fantastic area for mountain biking and Rob's knowledge on this was really useful.

- Mark, April 2022
Gail April 2022

“We had a lovely stay at Cwm Drew cottage.”

Loved having the dogs welcome us back each day, lots of wagging tails and excitement. Managed to go out walking most days despite the weather being a bit mixed & found some local routes so did not need to use the car. Rob and Liz the owners were friendly and on hand should we have had any queries. The bed was a bit soft for our tastes but the cottage is otherwise very comfy, has everything you need and a really good shower. Would definitely stay again.

- Gail, April 2022
Keith March 2022

“Cwm Derw Cottage, what can I say!”

Fantastic, cozy, romantic, perfect for two. It has everything you need to not go out and it’s a great base to go out and explore. Scenery is wonderful and the landscape is stunning with kites flying, lambs bleating, pigs grunting and chickens clucking (chickens and lambs nearly came home with us)! Rob and Liz are very friendly and make you feel very welcome. Would recommend this place to anyone and would love to go back again in the future.

- Keith, March 2022
Christine March 2022

“Really lovely, owners were as well.”

Only 2 things to mention the skylight would be better with a blind and the settee although very comfortable was hard for us oldies to get up from!!

- Christine, March 2022
Raymond February 2022

“Excellent stay Rob and Liz very friendly and lmformative couldn't be more pleasant.”

This was our second stay here and we will be going again.

- Raymond, February 2022
Lesley November 2021

“What a beautiful spot!”

Superb customer care that catered for all our needs. Property very comfortable and great attention to detail.

- Lesley, November 2021
Roxana November 2021

“Beautiful property, location and last but not least, friendliness and hospitality from Rob and Liz.”

Thank you

- Roxana, November 2021
Brian October 2021

“What a great place to stay, We have just spent 6 nights in the cottage and enjoyed all of it.”

It started with a warm welcome from Rob and Liz our hosts with flowers, wine and Welsh cake and continued all the way through, although both hosts are busy they were always happy to spent time to tell us about the area and where to visit. The cottage and location is quiet and piece full, great to sit out on the deck and relax after a day of exploring. We look forward to going back.

- Brian, October 2021
Nathaniel August 2021

“Lovely home to be welcomed to.”

Delightful hosts and brilliant animals surrounding you!

- Nathaniel, August 2021
Janet July 2021

“Absolutely fabulous The cottage exceeded all expectations.”

Very comfortable and relaxing. The owners went out of their way and were so friendly and helpful. We will be going back!

- Janet, July 2021
Jacky July 2021

“We enjoyed every minute of our holiday CWM DERW Cottage was so beautiful with amazing views we arrived to a wonderful welcome from Lizz & Rob, there's so much to see and lots of wonderful walks all with amazing scenery our holiday was just perfect.”

Thankyou Lizz & Rob for all your tips on places to visit and once again thankyou Sykes Cottages. Xx

- Jacky, July 2021
Darren June 2021

“Quiet and tranquil place to stop and unwind, I have never slept so good .”

Rob and Liz were welcoming guests and very pleasent, giving information where to visit and see the sights. Really enjoyed our stay here and would highly recommend it.

- Darren, June 2021
Alan May 2021

“The cottage is fantastic, the bed is so comfortable, everything you need is there for the perfect stay.”

Rob and Liz are great hosts, very friendly and helpful with all you need. All the animals add an added attraction to the holiday. It is perfect for a walking holiday as there are so many places to go around the area.

- Alan, May 2021
Adrian May 2021

“Great place to stay, very comfortable and everything available that you could want for a perfect stay.”

Our hosts are very friendly and helped in advising us on places to visit in the local area.

- Adrian, May 2021
Rose May 2021

“The friendly hosts were very helpful and took time to explain everything and the ...”

The friendly hosts were very helpful and took time to explain everything and the cottage was beautiful loved watching the wild life and their 4 lovely dogs plus the chickens and the early wake up call of the donkey we had a very restful time pity the weather was not so good but did get out and about Rose and Peter Pares

- Rose, May 2021
Kennethsillence May 2021

“It was so good I have already booked for next year”

- Kennethsillence, May 2021
John April 2021

“We were greeted warmly by Rob and given useful information about the area and possible walks and driving routes.”

A bottle of wine, Welsh cakes and flowers had been kindly left for us. The accommodation was excellent, comfortable, warm and spotlessly clean; moreover nothing was lacking. The shower was superb and there was always an abundance of very hot water (in fact so hot that one needs to take care). The mattress was too soft for our liking though this is a matter of personal taste; in any event we slept well. The choice of TV and radio stations on Freesat was amazing, the WiFi worked flawlessly and there was even a good phone signal (O2 network). It was nice to have a DVD/CD player and we used this a few times; an instruction in the information pack on how to change the media source on the TV would have been useful. A large basket of wood had been provided but, despite cold weather, we found no need to light the log burner as the central heating was more than adequate; in fact we didn’t even need this on much of the time as the building is so well insulated. The large wooden deck is great and offers lovely views across the valley to the distant hills. Sadly it was too cold to sit there most of the time but in warmer weather this must be a delightful place to spend some time. We did some very pleasant walks directly from the accommodation and also some touring through the beautiful countryside; we were surprised how hilly and scenic this is, especially to the west. Unfortunately the Red Lion, 0.75 mile away, at which we had hoped to eat, is closed for renovation so unusually we didn’t eat out at all. The Lakeside Café at Llandrindod Wells is a nice place to have a snack or drink. In conclusion this was an excellent holiday with lovely accommodation in a beautiful, peaceful setting and charming and helpful hosts; highly recommended!

- John, April 2021
Rachel March 2021

“The Cottage was very warm and cosy and the terrace is lovely to sit and enjoy the amazing views.”

(weather permitting!) The bed is very comfortable and the Shower is superb,Especially after a long walk through the countryside! The hosts are a lovely couple and are very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend this cottage and will definitely return.

- Rachel, March 2021
Colin October 2020

“Cwm Derw was most comfortable, and in a beautiful setting.”

Really lovely cottage.The hosts made us feel very welcome. We will certainly go back.

- Colin, October 2020
Sandra October 2020

“We had a really great week exploring the beautiful area.”

Then coming back to the cottage which was warm and comfy. The owners and the gorgeous dogs were very welcoming. We cannot recommend this cottage enough.Everything about our stay exceeded expectations.

- Sandra, October 2020
Jeff September 2020

“We have stayed in holiday self catering for many many years and this cottage ranks right at the top.”

We think the reason why is that Rob and Liz built this cottage and have put a lot of time and effort in getting it right .They make you feel welcome and nothing is to much trouble.

- Jeff, September 2020
Philip September 2020

“The location of this cottage is lovely with fantastic views and setting.”

The owners ensured we had a warm welcome and were available . Easy to reach and many places to visit in Powys and the Wye valley. Cottage warm, cosy and well equipped.

- Philip, September 2020
Laura September 2020

“Wow what a lovely retreat, the cottage was Beautiful, the views was Lovely the ...”

Wow what a lovely retreat, the cottage was Beautiful, the views was Lovely the peacefulness was just what me and my Husband needed,the Host Rob and Liz was so welcoming and friendly and their four dogs a most Beautiful place, will definitely be returning

- Laura, September 2020
Nicola September 2020

“The property was not only set in a most beautiful place but had many friendly animals on it which greeted you and made you feel very welcome.”

The owners were also very friendly and welcoming giving us information which was helpful to our stay. We had an amazing welcome too with wine, flowers and biscuits. Everything was lovely. We wish the owners all the very best in building the business for more amazing cottages to let.

- Nicola, September 2020
Diane August 2020

“Absolutely amazing place.”

Such an amazing place to stay with excellent views. Owners we truly amazing so happy to chat.. Beautiful place to stay and we will be going back ..

- Diane, August 2020
Andrew July 2020

“The accommodation is comfortable and well-furnished in the heart of Wales with lots of diverse walks in the region.”

- Andrew, July 2020
Richard March 2020

“The accommodation was well equipped, comfortable and peaceful as described.”

The owners lived nearby and were very friendly and helpful.

- Richard, March 2020
Pat October 2019

“Lovely area, quiet.”

Cottage really warm views are beautiful. Owners very friendly and helpful. Plenty of space in cottage for two. Phone reception not always available, due to weather TV reception was a little off but that can happen anywhere. Great to have a washing machine in the property.

- Pat, October 2019
Colette September 2019

“We had the most amazing holiday, the cottage and surroundings were second to none it was perfect in every way, also the owners are so lovely and really helpful, we wanted for nothing.”

Highly recommended

- Colette, September 2019
Richard August 2019

“The owners Rob and Liz were very friendly and welcoming.”

What a lovely spot too with wonderful views and it was entertaining seeing the antics of the dogs chickens pigs ducks and wildlife. The cottage was much better than we expected, very comfortable.

- Richard, August 2019
Anita July 2019

“We had a lovely comfortable stay in Cwm Derw.”

Beautifully fitted out with lots of extras. Everything you needed was there including a luxury shower. Great views from the decking and my partner loved sitting here being greeted by all the various animals, especially the dogs. The host Rob and Liz were very friendly and helpful. We will visit again.

- Anita, July 2019
Valerie June 2019

“The location of the property is idyllic.”

The cottage is very comfotable and charming.we spent a very enjoyable week watching all the wild life and the animals on site.

- Valerie, June 2019
Caroline May 2019

“The holiday cottage was much better than the photos represented on the website.”

The owners were friendly and helpful. The location and views of the countryside were marvellous. We would recommend it for a cosy retreat.

- Caroline, May 2019
Barbara April 2019

“The hosts were lovely and welcoming from the beginning to the departure and the whole family were personable.”

They run an immaculate two cottage business and their own also immaculate small holding which meant we could observe their daily activities feeding chickens, ducks, horses, pigs and their well trained (stay at door) cute dogs at our leisure as we relaxed and enjoyed the scenery and general ambience of the location. We saw a woodpecker, starlings and red kite as well as others giving us a fly by and would love to return and try the other cottage too! Thanks both for all you provided by being so attentive to detail and good decor taste! Warm regards from Mark & Barbara x

- Barbara, April 2019
Richard April 2019

“Lovely compact cottage set in very beautiful scenery.”

The owners were very friendly and eager to ensure our stay was as good as possible. We thoroughly enjoyed meeting all the animals.

- Richard, April 2019
Lisa February 2019

“The cottage is in a beautiful location, is extremely comfortable and spotlessly clean.”

In addition, Rob and Liz were the perfect hosts, so friendly and helpful, they made us feel at home even before we'd arrived! The cottage was warm and welcoming, we were only sorry that we hadn't booked for a week - we'll definitely be back.

- Lisa, February 2019
Mark January 2019

“Very comfortable stay.”

Rob our host was welcoming and helped with a couple of things we had forgotten.

- Mark, January 2019
Deborah December 2018

“The cottage was furnished and decorated to e very high standard and had everything you need.”

Rob and Liz the owner's were very welcoming and happy to help. The location was very picturesque and so quite and relaxing. We stayed over Christmas and we were treated to Xmas tree fully decked and proseco and chocolates. Highly recommended

- Deborah, December 2018
Anthony September 2018

“Warm welcome on arrival by Rob and 3 dogs, some chickens, ducks and not to forget the Red Kite.”

Everything was ready for us and we walked into a arm welcoming holiday home. Rained all week but we did try out the decking one evening.

- Anthony, September 2018
Alan September 2018

“The cottage was fantastic, everything you needed was there just like home from home.”

Rob and Liz were friendly and great hosts, we will be going back as soon as possible. brilliant week.

- Alan, September 2018
Stephanie July 2018

“We were made to feel very welcome by Rob and Liz in this fantastic holiday cottage ideally located in the heart of Wales.”

- Stephanie, July 2018
Jean July 2018

“The owners Rob and Liz were extremely friendly and welcoming and made our stay enjoyable.”

The accommodation was perfect with every facility we could need. If heaven exists, it's here in Wales where you will probably find it. Thanks Liz and Rob

- Jean, July 2018
Paul October 2017

“Beautiful scenery.”

Although little disappointed that we were next door to the family home, our privacy was respected by the owners.

- Paul, October 2017
T June 2017

“My Husband and I highly recommend this holiday property.”

The owners have thought of everything, it is truly lovely, very friendly people. This is definatly one we will be visiting again.

- T, June 2017
Jill March 2017

“Lovely cottage with panoramic views set within walking distance of the fells and easy access to the cycle routes.”

Proprietors very friendly and helpful. An excellent holiday.

- Jill, March 2017
Joanna October 2016

“Family made us very welcome indeed and directed us to places of interest in the area - it is a very pretty part of the world.”

- Joanna, October 2016
Paul October 2016

“Found your booking fee rather high, a little excessive I thought.”

- Paul, October 2016
Peter October 2016

“Having been to this cottage two years previous, we knew what a fantastic place it is.”

Both Rob & Liz made us feel very welcome. Excellent cottage surrounded by beautiful countryside. Cannot fault the place & no would I want to. It's simply fabulous. We will return................. :-)

- Peter, October 2016
Paul September 2016

“Very cosy cottage and welcoming owners, made for a lovely break in mid Wales.”

Plenty of mountain biking and walks in the local area, and I'd be amazed if you don't see loads of Red Kites wheeling around in the sky everyday!

- Paul, September 2016
Peter August 2016

“Rob and Liz were fantastic in every respect and could not have been more friendly and helpful.”

The accommodation was top quality and the pet dogs were a delight nad well behaved. The quality of furniture and fittings was excellent and Rob runs a quality inspection system after guests have gone and ensures all aspects down to the last light fitting have been checked and all is ready for the next guest. A truly lovely and professional set up, many thanks.

- Peter, August 2016
Greg December 2015

“This was our second holiday at Cwm Derw and we will return.”

It was a home from home with caring hosts, for whom nothing is too much trouble. Our previous comment of 'perfectly perfect' still holds true.

- Greg, December 2015
John August 2015

“It was a beautiful cottage set in beautiful surroundings.”

A perfect place for relaxing with wonderful views.

- John, August 2015
Robert July 2015

“The cottage was wonderful with everything we needed.”

The location was excellent with lovely views over the countryside and lots of wildlife. The owners were very friendly and had lots of advice about the local area to help us enjoy our holiday even more. We look forward to visiting again.

- Robert, July 2015
Trevor May 2015

“What a beautiful cottage and area, if you're looking for a peaceful holiday this is the place to go.”

Had really nice and helpful owners, many thanks for a great week.

- Trevor, May 2015
John April 2015

“A wonderfully peaceful location and friendly owners.”

- John, April 2015
Peter September 2014

“Cottage was set in a beautiful location.”

The owners were very friendly & made us feel very welcome. Cannot recommend this place enough. Top class!!

- Peter, September 2014
Mrs Jackson August 2014

“WE WERE WARMLY WELCOMED BY THE OWNERS .”

THE COTTAGE WAS IMMACULATELY CLEAN & ALL THE BASIC DAILY FOOD REQUIREMENTS WAS THERE (BREAD,MILK,ETC.)HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

- Mrs Jackson, August 2014
Eric August 2014

“The owners were more than helpful, the Cottage was excellent and the stay was excellent.”

My wife and I thoroughly recommend this Cottage.

- Eric, August 2014
Susan May 2014

“Scenery was beautiful, and we knew at the end of the day we had a lovely, clean & comfortable cottage to go back to.”

- Susan, May 2014
Carlynne December 2013

“We found the whole experience delightfully delightful and perfectly perfect.”

- Carlynne, December 2013
Simon October 2013

“Beautiful location, felt really welcomed by the owners.”

- Simon, October 2013
Robert July 2013

“Very peaceful and tranquil setting with very friendly owner.”

- Robert, July 2013
Stephen June 2013

“It was all wonderful.”

..great location and beautiful surroundings.

- Stephen, June 2013
Beverly June 2013

“The cottage was immaculate, well equipped and perfect for a real get away from it all holiday.”

The area was so peaceful. The hosts were friendly, helpful and on hand if we needed info/advice etc.

- Beverly, June 2013
Nicholas May 2013

“The views were fantastic, the family were very pleasant and helpful.”

Cottage very well furnished and provided everything we needed. Beautiful, quiet location.

- Nicholas, May 2013
Margaret September 2012

“Cwm Derw Cottage is a delightful property in a quiet location with superb views.”

We had a lovely, restful time thanks to our charming hosts!!

- Margaret, September 2012
Peter August 2012

“Lovely decking with views.”

Lovely quiet location in a well furnished cottage. Would recommend!!

- Peter, August 2012
Angela August 2012

“Beautiful scenery, friendly owners, cosy cottage.”

- Angela, August 2012
Kay July 2012

“Fantastic accommodation, beautifully maintained, great views, wonderful hosts.”

Peaceful location. Absolutely loved it!

- Kay, July 2012
Judith June 2012

“This was one of the best holiday cottages I have ever stayed in, and I am an old hand at self-catering holidays.”

The owners were charming and extremely helpful and interesting and obviously take great pride in their property. The kittens were cute too!

- Judith, June 2012
Gillian March 2012

“A wonderful place with great hosts.”

- Gillian, March 2012
Russ November 2011

“The peace and quiet of the area.”

The stunning views. The cosiness of the cottage. The owners being very helpful and respectful of our privacy. Loved it!

- Russ, November 2011
Sharon November 2011

“Being remote, it was very quiet and peaceful with lovely views of the countryside.”

Also, the owners were very friendly and helpful with any request and the cottage was lovely and warm with a cosy atmosphere.There was ample off road parking.

- Sharon, November 2011
Brian October 2011

“The location of the cottage gave us the quiet tranquility we were looking for.”

The hospitality of our hosts were second to none. We also loved the animal life on their 14-acre small-holding and will certainly be returning at a later date.

- Brian, October 2011
Hayley September 2011

“A beautiful cottage in a stunning location, we would recommend this cottage if your looking for somewhere out of the way with lots of peace and quiet.”

We would go back and stay there again!

- Hayley, September 2011
Amanda August 2011

“We enjoyed the peace and quiet and the cottage owners were very friendly.”

- Amanda, August 2011
David August 2011

“We really liked the peace and quiet, the views and the friendliness of the owners!”

- David, August 2011
William May 2011

“Wonderful walks.”

Nice accommodation, friendly cat and helpful neighbours.

- William, May 2011
Shabnam April 2011

“The hosts were brilliant - absolutely lovely people.”

The fact they lived right there was a plus. They were easy to talk to and gave us lots of useful ideas about things to do. At the same time we felt we had our own privacy as well. The views were beautiful!

- Shabnam, April 2011
Rachel April 2011

“The cottage was in a very romantic setting and the owners were great.”

A perfect location for exploring the Brecon Beacons.

- Rachel, April 2011
Terry April 2011

“Second visit to this cottage.”

Same high standard as previous year. Great hosts, very welcoming and informative. Quiet peaceful location with magnificent views.

- Terry, April 2011
Mr Curran March 2011

“The welcome was excellent, The owners made you feel at home.”

The location and views were brilliant.

- Mr Curran, March 2011
Peta November 2010

“The views are spectacular and really should be on your website.”

The property is well laid out and well insulated. The log burner was lovely and well used (we had a cold week and snow all day on Friday). Owners are lovely and very helpful - they helped us dig out on the Saturday so we could actually get home! The welcome pack was very generous and the flowers a nice extra touch. Planning to go back next Autumn.

- Peta, November 2010
Pat September 2010

“The location was ideal for visiting most areas of Wales.”

The scenery was beautiful, the cottage was very well appointed and the hosts were very welcoming.

- Pat, September 2010
Margaret September 2010

“We had a wonderful week spent at this cottage.”

The cottage was spotless and all that we could hope for. The owners have a splendid place and made us feel very, very welcome. Both my husband and I were sad to leave at the end of our stay.

- Margaret, September 2010
Richard September 2010

“Prepared to a very high standard, well looked after by the owners.”

Very pleasant views from the patio.

- Richard, September 2010
W August 2010

“The cottage was beautiful, everything about it was lovely and very comfortable.”

The views from the cottage were stunning, a very peaceful 'get away from it all' kind of place. The owners were perfect hosts, nothing was any trouble for them. We would definitely stay again and would recommend it 100%.

- W, August 2010
Victoria July 2010

“The cottage owners were really thoughtful.”

There were lots of friendly animals around to entertain our daughter. The surroundings were fantastic and there was a large, safe, decked area for our daughter to crawl around in.

- Victoria, July 2010
Terry July 2010

“Fantastic views from deck.”

- Terry, July 2010
R June 2010

“Another really lovely barn conversion with beautiful views.”

Very friendly and helpful hosts - lots of pets. The welcome 'breakfast pack' was a nice surprise. Lovely patio with great views for a leisurely breakfast. Superb meals at 'The Prince Llewelyn'.

- R, June 2010
Mrs Roper April 2010

“Beautiful place with beautiful views, we will be back again!”

!!

- Mrs Roper, April 2010
Sara April 2010

“Lovely cosy cottage with picture postcard views.”

Very friendly owners.

- Sara, April 2010
Mr Childs December 2009

“The owners were brilliant, so welcoming, even rescued us when we got stuck in the snow.”

We got engaged there on New Years eve and it was the perfect setting. We will definitely be going back again. We loved it.

- Mr Childs, December 2009
Eve November 2009

“Excellent accommodation with excellent hosts.”

The views of the countryside were great and the locals were friendly. Well worth the visit and will be visiting again.

- Eve, November 2009
Robin September 2009

“A very warm welcome from the owners.”

Milk, butter and a jar of marmalade was an extra welcome. The whole cottage was very good and the decking offered a fine view over the valley. Red Kites and Buzzards flying in the fields directly in front of you, what more can you ask? The Red Lion pub is a must !!

- Robin, September 2009
Anthony August 2009

“There were several features of our holiday to put in the like category: Views of the Welsh hills, from the lounge and patio were great.”

The welcome from the owners was equally great and there happened to be sheep dog trials next door!!!.

- Anthony, August 2009
Paul July 2009

“The cottage was fantastic and its owners were extremely friendly and hospitable.”

The surrounding countryside was amazing with plenty of places to eat and drink.

- Paul, July 2009
Peter July 2009

“A good 4 star property with lovely views and a large decking area.”

The owners were very friendly.

- Peter, July 2009
Derek July 2009

“The location of the property was perfect with stunning views and lots of wildlife right on your doorstep.”

Very friendly people and animals made for a lovely stay.

- Derek, July 2009
Naomi April 2009

“As soon as you enter the cottage it has a warm and cosy feel.”

We were after a nice break from London over Easter and we couldn't of picked a better place. The owners were lovely and very accommodating on our arrival. I would definitely recommend this to my friends and family.

- Naomi, April 2009
Helen April 2009

“The property is excellent and well located for walking, the Elan Dams and reservoirs.”

- Helen, April 2009
Duncan March 2009

“An all round superb place to spend a holiday.”

Friendly helpful owners and the decking area is great in warm weather!

- Duncan, March 2009
Piet October 2008

“Friendly reception.”

Close proximity of numerous days/walks/cycles out. Cracking food in local pub - including exciting Halloween evening walk to pub!

- Piet, October 2008
Diana-Jane August 2008

“We were personally welcomed and shown around.”

The welcome pack of bread, milk, juice and butter,( with tea and coffee available if necessary) was a great help as this property was extremely rural. It was an ideal position to explore both North and South, with both being within an easy drive. It was lovely to have the use of such a good kitchen and facilities, home from home.

- Diana-Jane, August 2008
Jean July 2008

“Friendly people, lovely accommodation, beautiful views from the cottage.”

Marvellous landscapes and interesting places to go.

- Jean, July 2008
Mr Quyoom June 2008

“A relaxing place to be, wonderful views.”

- Mr Quyoom, June 2008
Mr Gregory May 2008

“Friendliness and welcome of the hosts.”

small personal touches e.g. milk and bread and some breakfast starters which were provided. Excellent standard of the accommodation.

- Mr Gregory, May 2008
Lauren March 2008

“The owners were very welcoming & the property became a real home from home.”

Very cosy & had everything you could need. We also found it an excellent base for exploring this part of Wales which is beautiful. A very enjoyable week away thank you!

- Lauren, March 2008
Julia February 2008

“The cottage itself was lovley, very cosy with everything that we wanted.”

The views where lovely. The hosts were very kind and friendly.The bedroom was very comfy and the lounge cosy with the open fire. The cottage was very clean and I would love to come back.

- Julia, February 2008
David August 2007

“The owners were excellent hosts.”

The view from the patio of the black mountains was superb and the walks and cycle routes in the vicinity were good family activities.

- David, August 2007

Show less

Summary

All ground floor
One double bedroom
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner and French windows to decked patio area
Shared external utility.
Oil central heating with woodburner
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge (no ice-box), washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge/freezer in utility, TV with Freeview, DVD, WIFI
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road parking for 2 cars
Lockable bike storage
Enclosed garden with decked patio area, summerhouse, ornamental pond, garden furniture and BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 3 miles, pub 1 mile
Note: Due to the pond, this property accepts babes-in-arms only

The property

A delightful, 19th century, stone and timber-clad barn conversion, close to the rural village of Llanafan Fawr, 6 miles from Builth Wells.

Carefully renovated to provide the perfect blend of original features and modern amenities, this lovely property features a charming, open plan living area with vaulted ceiling, cosy woodburner and delightful French windows leading to an attractive, decked area, perfect for dining alfresco.

The surrounding countryside provides superb walking, fishing and mountain biking opportunities amongst breathtaking scenery.

Visit Powys's oldest pub in Llanafan Fawr, peruse the fascinating craft shops at nearby Builth Wells, or explore the famous Wye and Elan valleys.

The Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons), the striking Black Mountains and the lovely coastline of Cardigan Bay are all within easy reach, making this a superb base for a wonderful, relaxing holiday.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 924207, together they sleep 4.

Cwm Derw Holiday Cottages

Llanafan Fawr 1 mile. Three charmingly individual cottages on the owners’ 14-acre smallholding in stunning countryside where peace is only disturbed with bleating lambs and wild birdsong. All three properties are beautifully and uniquely presented and ideal for a romantic break away. The cottages are characterful properties with warming woodburners, spacious open plan living rooms and private outside seating areas plus shared gardens with a summerhouse, ornamental pond, seating and barbecue; perfect holiday properties to discover this superbly beautiful countryside. Walks, bike rides or drives take you through wondrous valleys with idyllic places to enjoy a picnic or pop into local villages for lunch, afternoon tea or an evening meal. From warm summer days to cooler months, these properties give you the chance to see the ever-changing colours of the countryside.

View on map

About the location

LLANAFAN FAWR

Builth Wells 7 miles.

The tiny, rural village of Llanafan Fawr is peacefully situated amidst beautiful, unspoilt countryside and boasts an old church and Powys' oldest pub, The Red Lion, which serves fine, traditional fare. Sheltered by the slopes of the Llanafan Valley and close to the wonderful Wye Valley, the surrounding area is renowned for its walking and mountain biking opportunities, while fishing and birdwatching enthusiasts are well catered for with the Wye and Irfon Rivers close by. The picturesque market town of Builth Wells provides a variety of interesting crafts stores and hosts many collectors' fairs, while the annual Royal Welsh Show brings an explosion of colour to the town every July. With the beautiful Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons) and the spectacular Black Mountains within easy reach, this wonderful location is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts or those just wishing to relax amidst wonderful scenery.

Note: Property accepts adults and babes-in-arms only.

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

Your selection:

Features

Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely comfortable cottage in a great location for exploring the area.”

“A lovely, comfortable, well equipped, single storey cottage for two.”

“Great property.”

“We absolutely loved our stay.”

“A lovely cottage with a very comfortable bed which is obviously important.”

“Beautiful cottage and amazing hosts , we will be returning .”

“A fabulous property and the owners were very helpful and friendly.”

“A lovely welcome from the owners cottage was kept warm and the welcome pack was ...”

“This was such a cosy, clean holiday home, that it meant we had a really restful holiday.”

“The perfect cosy cottage for a Christmas getaway, it's furnished, dressed and equipped to a very high standard.”

“Rob and Liz, the owners were extremely friendly and helpful.”

“We enjoyed our time in the property it was clean and well furnished.”

“The location is remote and surrounded by beautiful views.”

“We enjoyed a very relaxing week at this well equipped cottage for two.”

“Very welcoming hosts and friendly family Great accommodation will go back to ...”

“Our second visit here, loved it the first time, and the second was even better.”

“This is an amazing place to stay so quiet, clean and amazing hosts.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“Well maintained and decorated cottage, perfect for two people for a short stay.”

“Lovely little cottage,well maintained, just the right size for two people, would certainly recommend.”

“This cottage was excellent the owners Liz and Rob where very welcomig the area ...”

“Hosts Rob & Liz were most welcoming and could not do enough for us to ensure we enjoyed our stay.”

“Great place , fantastic cottage and very welcoming and warm hosts.”

“We had a fantastic week at Cwm Derw.”

“Highly recommended❤️ We spent an amazing week in this cosy cottage The owners are lovely everything was so beautiful.”

“Beautiful cottage, stunning scenery, excellent hosts.”

“Really nice owners, lovely cottage and stay, can’t comlain.”

“Fabulous property, absolutely lovely hosts.”

“Liz and Rob were perfect hosts.”

“We had a lovely relaxing break everything was perfect.”

“You get an extremely warm welcome in the hillside at this lovely cottage.”

“Friendly owners, spacious accommodation with everything you needed.”

“This was a first class property that did not disappoint.”

“A lovely, well-equipped property.”

“Wonderful hosts, cottage beautiful.”

“The cottage is lovely.”

“This is a beautiful cottage, very relaxing with a really warm welcome from both the family and the dogs in a stunning location.”

“The property was very comfortable and also in a great location.”

“We had a lovely stay at Cwm Drew cottage.”

“Cwm Derw Cottage, what can I say!”

“Really lovely, owners were as well.”

“Excellent stay Rob and Liz very friendly and lmformative couldn't be more pleasant.”

“What a beautiful spot!”

“Beautiful property, location and last but not least, friendliness and hospitality from Rob and Liz.”

“What a great place to stay, We have just spent 6 nights in the cottage and enjoyed all of it.”

“Lovely home to be welcomed to.”

“Absolutely fabulous The cottage exceeded all expectations.”

“We enjoyed every minute of our holiday CWM DERW Cottage was so beautiful with amazing views we arrived to a wonderful welcome from Lizz & Rob, there's so much to see and lots of wonderful walks all with amazing scenery our holiday was just perfect.”

“Quiet and tranquil place to stop and unwind, I have never slept so good .”

“The cottage is fantastic, the bed is so comfortable, everything you need is there for the perfect stay.”

“Great place to stay, very comfortable and everything available that you could want for a perfect stay.”

“The friendly hosts were very helpful and took time to explain everything and the ...”

“It was so good I have already booked for next year”

“We were greeted warmly by Rob and given useful information about the area and possible walks and driving routes.”

“The Cottage was very warm and cosy and the terrace is lovely to sit and enjoy the amazing views.”

“Cwm Derw was most comfortable, and in a beautiful setting.”

“We had a really great week exploring the beautiful area.”

“We have stayed in holiday self catering for many many years and this cottage ranks right at the top.”

“The location of this cottage is lovely with fantastic views and setting.”

“Wow what a lovely retreat, the cottage was Beautiful, the views was Lovely the ...”

“The property was not only set in a most beautiful place but had many friendly animals on it which greeted you and made you feel very welcome.”

“Absolutely amazing place.”

“The accommodation is comfortable and well-furnished in the heart of Wales with lots of diverse walks in the region.”

“The accommodation was well equipped, comfortable and peaceful as described.”

“Lovely area, quiet.”

“We had the most amazing holiday, the cottage and surroundings were second to none it was perfect in every way, also the owners are so lovely and really helpful, we wanted for nothing.”

“The owners Rob and Liz were very friendly and welcoming.”

“We had a lovely comfortable stay in Cwm Derw.”

“The location of the property is idyllic.”

“The holiday cottage was much better than the photos represented on the website.”

“The hosts were lovely and welcoming from the beginning to the departure and the whole family were personable.”

“Lovely compact cottage set in very beautiful scenery.”

“The cottage is in a beautiful location, is extremely comfortable and spotlessly clean.”

“Very comfortable stay.”

“The cottage was furnished and decorated to e very high standard and had everything you need.”

“Warm welcome on arrival by Rob and 3 dogs, some chickens, ducks and not to forget the Red Kite.”

“The cottage was fantastic, everything you needed was there just like home from home.”