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Old Factory House

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Rating
4.8
out of 5
Powys » Brecon
Sleeps up to 8
Pets 1
Hot Tub

Embark on a serene escape to Old Factory House, a meticulously restored holiday home nestled in the heart of the Brecon Beacons.This four-bedroom stone house, located in the quaint hamlet of Defynnog, offers a tranquil retreat for eight guests, making it perfect for family gatherings or a group of friends seeking adventure amidst the peaks of Pen y Fan and Cribyn.

Inside, discover a spacious lounge with a wood burner for cosy evenings, a large kitchen equipped for culinary exploits, and an adjoining dining room for stylish communal meals.

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About Old Factory House

Embark on a serene escape to Old Factory House, a meticulously restored holiday home nestled in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. This four-bedroom stone house, located in the quaint hamlet of Defynnog, offers a tranquil retreat for eight guests, making it perfect for family gatherings or a group of friends seeking adventure amidst the peaks of Pen y Fan and Cribyn.

Inside, discover a spacious lounge with a wood burner for cosy evenings, a large kitchen equipped for culinary exploits, and an adjoining dining room for stylish communal meals.

The property boasts underfloor heating, a downstairs bedroom with an en-suite wet room, and additional inviting bedrooms upstairs, ensuring comfort for all.

Step outside to a picturesque garden with patio dining and a hot tub, where you can unwind with views of the River Senni. The garden's gentle slope leads to the river's edge, offering a natural playground for exploration.

With ample parking and a village pub within half a mile, Old Factory House promises a memorable cottage break infused with luxury and the great outdoors.

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests adored the well-equipped and comfortable cottage, especially the warmth of the hot tub, which was ready and inviting upon arrival. The covered hot tub was a highlight, providing a cosy retreat even during rainy days. The spaciousness of the house, the well-appointed kitchen, and the scenic location were also highly praised, making Old Factory House a favourite for returning stays.

Getting there

To get to Old Factory House, if travelling by car, take the M4 motorway and exit for the A470 towards Brecon. For those arriving by train, the nearest station is Abergavenny, from which you can take a taxi or bus to reach the property.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.
Service Distance (miles) Postcode
Pharmacy 9.6 milesLD3 9SR
Train station 14.5 milesLD3 7LH
Pub 0.5 milesLD3 8SA
Dog walk 0.1 milesriverside walk
Supermarket 9.5 milesLD3 9SR
Indian takeaway (Spice Corner) 9.5 milesLD3 9SR
Chinese takeaway (Lucky Star) 9.5 milesLD3 9SR
Italian takeaway (Zeera) 9.5 milesLD3 9SR

For families with Kids

The area around the postcode is a fantastic destination for families with children, offering ample opportunities for outdoor exploration and adventure. Children will enjoy the garden and nearby play areas, as well as the exciting walks and nature trails within the Brecon Beacons National Park.

Is Old Factory House A good location for couples?

For couples seeking a romantic getaway, the serene setting provides an idyllic backdrop for love and relaxation. Enjoy intimate walks along the river, dine at the local pub, or explore the Brecon Beacons for a memorable day out. The hot tub adds a touch of luxury to your stay, perfect for unwinding together after a day of discovery.

Dining and Cafes

The nearest eatery is the local village pub, less than half a mile away, offering traditional pub fare and a warm atmosphere. For a wider selection of dining options, head to the town of Brecon, where you'll find a variety of restaurants and cafes to suit all tastes.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find the local village pub, scenic walking trails, and the charming River Senni, ideal for leisurely strolls and soaking in the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation includes a hot tub that is well-maintained and ready for guests to enjoy upon arrival. It offers a warm and relaxing experience with scenic views, making it a popular feature among visitors.

Is this property pet friendly?

Yes, the property is pet friendly, allowing up to two dogs. Guests with pets can take advantage of the spacious garden and the surrounding area, which is ideal for walks and outdoor activities with their furry companions.

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does the accommodation have?

The accommodation boasts four bedrooms – three with double beds and one with bunk beds. There are three bathrooms: one family bathroom with a shower over the bath, one en-suite wet room with a shower downstairs, and another en-suite with a shower, ensuring ample facilities for all guests.

Is there a pub nearby the accommodation?

Yes, there is a village pub located less than 0.5 miles from the accommodation, offering a convenient option for guests to enjoy local food and drinks within a short walking distance.

What facilities are available at this accommodation?

The accommodation is well-equipped with facilities including a wood burner, Wi-Fi, a spacious garden with garden furniture and a BBQ, a cot and high chair for young guests, and ample parking. It also offers storage for bikes and fishing opportunities nearby.

Are there any additional fees for bringing dogs?

While the property is pet friendly, there is a charge for bringing dogs. The fee is £20 for each dog per full or part week. This allows for the accommodation to maintain its high standards of cleanliness and comfort for all guests.

Old Factory House Reviews

Paul
The cottage is well equipped and comfortable. The hot tub was excellent and warm on arrival. Being under cover was a positive due to almost constant rain during our stay.
David
A Family of 5 adults and 2 children. A spacious house great location and well equipped kitchen; The hot tub a favourite with everyone! We enjoyed the walks nearby and not far to go to the local pub! Decorated for the Xmas break too! Would recommend hope to be back in the near future.
Tracey
The Cottage is absolutely lovely with a very well equipped kitchen. It was toasty warm. We had a really lovely family weekend. The hot tub was great. Would love to come back for another stay with friends.
Claire
Fabulous cottage, had everything we needed. The hot tub was lovely with the view of the sheep and the hills beyond and not over looked. would definitely recommend .
Hafsah
An amazing and cosy cottage in the heart of Defynnog. The hot tub and view was excellent as was the wood burner on a cold night. I would definitely stay here again!
Sue
This was our second visit to the Old Factory House. It is perfect for our extended family. The location is great and there are walks you can do from the door, and Pen Y Fan and the waterfall walk are not far away. The entrance Hall is perfect for drying clothes - rather essential for walking in Wales. The Hot Tub is great and so well maintained. WeRead more certainly hope to come again. Hide
Carol
The cottage is both cosy and spacious - ideal for 3 adult couples self catering. We particularly appreciated the generous fridge and freezer provision (this is often inadequate for family catering) and the kitchen was really well equipped. It is in a beautiful location with the river Senni at the end of the garden and walks from the doorstep.
Gabrielle
We had a fantastic stay at the old factory house. Hot tub was amazing and really well maintained.
Annie
We had a lovely week in The Old Factory House. The cottage was clean, well equipped and comfortable. The location was perfect for exploring The Brecon Beacons. The hot tub was an added bonus and very well maintained by the owner.
Andrea
Absolutely fab place
Caroline
Words cannot describe what a wonderful week we had at the old factory house. The house is amazing, well equipped, clean, owner came each day to check the hot tub. Loved watching the sheep in the field opposite while sat in the hot tub. We wouldn't have changed a single thing. There isn't much to do locally but I think that's the Brecon beacons in g eneral, you have to drive everywhere but it's well worth it. Looking forward to our next stay
Barbara
Plenty of space, wonderful hot tub. Great for all age groups. Nothing within actual walking distance but there are attractions not that far away. The scenery of Wales was spectacular. All in all a lovely holiday.
Gillian
Super family holiday - 6 adults and two dogs , plenty of room , nice and warm property. Well equipped kitchen , lots of logs provided for log burner. Hot tub very nice . Tried local pub less than 2 mins walk away food was very good. Everyone hoping for return trip.
Nicola
Beautiful cottage with stunning views very well equipped so warm and cosy with log burner, hot tub was great, very comfy beds, would definitely visit again owner's very friendly and great communication if you needed anything the local pub serves good food with a great friendly atmosphere
Gareth
We stayed during the wettest weather possible with the surrounding area suffering severe flooding. The house provided a warm and comfortable retreat with the covered hot tub providing refuge from the weather. The house was well equipped with everything needed for a relaxing break.
Rachel
A lovely well converted and kitted out cottage in a lovely location with a pub on the doorstep. The hot tub is great even in January!
Susan
A lovely family break. Lovely comfy cosy home.The owners made it feel very Christmassy. Enjoyed our break.
Nicola
Fabulous! Fully equipped, spotlessly clean, warm, cosy and the special little touches like mince pies and wine made all the difference. Great spot to walk from the house or short drive to the national park for fabulous views and well constructed walks. Local pub was great for a bite to eat and there was others pubs in waking distance too. Would lov e to visit again without hesitation
Michael
Lovely location & house. One issue we did have was the hot tub, it was cold on arrival and despite a phone call and assurance it would be ready for later in the evening it was not, so lost an evening of use,The temperature is set at 37 which is not warm in the winter! The hot tub was neither topped up with chemicals or checked whilst we were there and smelt like the nearby river the next day after only 1 evenings use, which was a shame as easily rectified.
Richard
Wonderful cottage, we used it for a family get together and it was perfect. Excellent location for accessing the Brecon Beacons, great views from the house. The log burner and hot tub were a welcome sight after our walk to Pen y Fan. Hot tub was checked daily by the owner, Will definitely visit again.
Hayley
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage for my hen weekend. In such a beautiful location surrounded by gorgeous scenery and wildlife . The house is fully set up with everything you need . Cant wait to return !!!
Sue
Beautiful setting, plenty of wildlife. Very clean and comfortable. Very well equipped in kitchen. Excellent wet room/bathrooms. The family enjoyed the hot tub.
Rosalind
Lovely property, good location for Brecon Beacons.
Anna
A lovely property with everything we could want. It was so peaceful and the children had a great time in the garden and playing in the stream. We would definitely return for another holiday.
Wayne
Lovely stay at the cottage , did not have to bring anything as it had everything there . Loved the hot tub. Short walk to the pub .
Becky
Lovely house and setting with excellent facilities. Very clean with almost everything you can think of available. Good communication with owner. Will be booking to stay again and would highly recommend.
Cheryl
Great cottage has everything you need , lovely location would highly recommend
Sue
Delightful house in lovely setting. Very well appointed. The only slight drawback for me was that the garden wasn't fenced (I have two small children), but I was made aware of that beforehand so no real issue.
Georgie
Lovely cottage, ideal for 8 of us as the dog, superb location, friendly owner - what more could you want for a weekend away. Thank you
Jenny
Beautiful cottage with plenty of room for 8 people. Kitchen fully equipped with plenty of crockery etc. Plenty of parking and 2 minutes walk to local pub. 2 ensuites, a family bathroom and a single toilet. Hot tub and garden lovely, as was the brook that ran through bottom of garden.
John
Lovely location and a great cottage for a group or family. Some of our party are plotting a return.
Bijal
We really enjoyed staying at the cottage. It was spacious and very well equipped. Hot tub was the icing on the cake and Misty our dog loved the dips in the river!
Katrina
Our stay was perfect. Not one person in our group had a negative comment. We would certainly return. Thank you
Steve
Had a fantastic stay at "The Old Factory." Had everything we needed, great location and very helpful owner. The huge hot tub was a hit with both adults and kids and the wood burner was lovely also. We went with 4 adults & 4 kids ant there was plenty of room for us all. Highly recommend.
Julian
We had a very comfortable stay for four nights pre-Christmas. Location by the river was great, and we enjoyed the hot tub outside. Plenty of space in the cottage for five of us. Kitchen well equipped and spacious. Unfortunately local pub was closed or not serving food during our stay, so missed that opportunity. The cottage was very warm and we use d the log fire a couple of nights which was nice. Limited local shopping but we were prepared for this - just made one short visit to Brecon.
Adam
Lovely cottage in a quiet location, perfect for a relaxing few days away. Hot tub was great and well tended. Cottage was lovely with everything that was needed. Plenty of space and comfort. Would defiantly recommend.
Sarah
The cottage was fabulous. It was comfy, warm, clean and plenty of space for all of 7 of us. The hot tub and heated floor was an added bonus!
Simon
A fabulously presented cottage set in a rural location. Plenty of grounds to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The hot tub provides much needed relief to aching joints and muscles from long walks in the area. A nicely proportioned kitchen and dining area for all meals. Three bedrooms on 2nd floor and one on ground floor made our stay very enjoyable as mother in law struggles with stairs. Recommended and looking at dates for a return visit.
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Attractions Near Old Factory House

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Old Factory House itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Powys has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Cantref Adventure Farm - LD3 8LR
about 8 Miles
Cantref Adventure Farm offers hours of indoor and outdoor fun for the whole family. Inside there is a huge soft play area with a separate area for toddlers as well as ball pools, climbing frames, slides and chutes. The Cannon balls are a big hit with children of all ages. New for 2010 is the Badgers quest interactive maze. Outside there is a play area, large boating lake with paddle boats, nature trails with clues and quizzes and an agility course. At only £29.00 for a family of 4 the park offers outstanding value for money.
Dinefwr Park and Castle - SA19 6RT
about 19 Miles
Dinefwr Park and Castle is the perfect place to come if you like the great outdoors. These stunning ruins are one of the areas most iconic landmarks and are surrounded by breathtaking scenery and wildlife of all descriptions. There is also a 17th century mansion to explore with grand rooms and wonderful exhibits of paintings and tapestries. The gardens feature amazing floral displays and there is also a delightful Tea Room. Children can let of steam on the adventure playground.
Rhondda Heritage Park - CF37 2NP
about 23 Miles
Rhondda Heritage Park is located at the former Lewis Merthyr Colliery and is a popular attraction with a range of facilities including a visitor centre, an art gallery, a gift shop, and a lovely period re-constructed Village Street.  Fully guided tours are available and include multimedia presentations as well as a unique trip underground where visitors will experience the life of a coal miner. The site also boasts a children's play area and an underground experience zone.
National Botanic Garden of Wales - SA32 8HN
about 26 Miles
When the weather is nice this attraction is perfect as you can wander around and admire the superb range of exotic trees and shrubs.  They look different at different times of the year but one of the most popular times to see them is in Autumn.  With various events throughout the year such as Apple Weekend there is always something new to experience.  You can watch a 90 second film about this attraction on their website which is excellent.
Lama Trekking at Old king Street Farm - NP16 6AA
about 28 Miles
Lamas are gentle, affectionate and unique animals and Lama Trekking is fast becoming a popular family attraction. At Old king Street Farm you can spend the day with the charming creatures and enjoy feeding them, grooming them and having a stroll through the woodland. Lamas are not ridden but they can carry all the picnic essentials including tables and chairs! Lama Treks around the stunning Black Mountains are also available. 
Merlin Hill Centre - SA67 8BP
about 29 Miles
Merlin Hill Centre is a working dairy farm located deep in the Carmarthenshire countryside. Although not a petting farm the farm is still very family friendly with plenty of fun activities to keep children happy. The farm has a good sized play area and plenty of picnic tables as well as a Farmyard Heritage Centre where visitors can learn all about Welsh farm life and about the mystical Legend of Merlin. Get there early if you want to watch the cows being milked!