The Granary at Priory Mill

Brecon, Powys
Self-catering
01874611609
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Per night
£86 - £100
Per week
£602 - £637

1 bed

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

Pets welcome

Lovers will be happy here in their own sweet space with a bird-filled garden. All you will hear is the river flowing gently past you

Per night
£86 - £100
Per week
£602 - £637

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£86 - £100 per night

£602 - £637 per week

The Experience

Up the outside steps to this open-plan conversion that’s very homely and cosy. Two comfy chairs either side of the wood-burner and plenty of books and DVDs will keep you busy even if the weather is doing its worst. On sunny days leave the door open and let nature in, or cross the cobbled yard to the river where you can fish for brown trout (just ask), paddle or lie on a flat stone to cool off. You’re surrounded by ancient woodland so it’s very peaceful.

The kitchen has everything you need for holiday cooking and Susie leaves you all the basics plus eggs from her hens (who may come and visit), Welsh cakes, jam and a bottle of wine. There are always fresh flowers on the table too.

You can walk into Brecon (half way by field) in ten minutes for the theatre, cinema, shops and eateries. Nearby The Three Horseshoes Inn at Groesffordd serves modern British food in much style and The Felin Fach Griffin is a ten-minute drive. Walk, cycle, climb in the Brecon Beacons, head for watery fun on the Usk or the Wye. Return to light the barbecue and watch the stars come out, or light the fire and snuggle in.

The Granary at Priory Mill - Gallery

We think you'll love

  • Messing about by the river
  • Being surrounded by such beautiful countryside
  • Walking into town leaving the car behind
The Granary at Priory Mill - Gallery

You should know

  • The stove is real flame gas
  • Babes in arms only, no toddlers
  • The cottage is up a set of stone steps and the chickens may visit you in the garden

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £86
Weekly price
from £602
Surcharges
Short breaks available: 2 or 3-night stay in low season from £400; 4 nights, £437-4550; 5 nights, £460-570.
1 Cottage for 2
From £861 bed1 bedroom

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 3.30pm
Check out
By 10.30am
Other details
Minimum stay: 4 nights, 3 nights in low season.
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property

Reviews

A very happy little space has been created here by the Gaskells with much to welcome you. I loved the idea of sitting on the bench overlooking the river and trying to spot a kingfisher. You're near to great walking countryside and interesting Hay is a short stroll.
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Sheila, Warminster

We had a wondeful second stay at Granary Cottage in Brecon. The cottage is very well- equipped and comfortable and the setting so peaceful and quiet but within easy walking distance of Brecon. Noel and Susie are great hosts and their restoration of the mill so very interesting. The craftsmanship and their values evident in all they do. It feels a privilege to stay there.


Wendy, Exmouth

What a wonderful place! A peaceful location, very comfortable and near to the centre of Brecon. Susie and Noel were so helpful and thoughtful, we felt very at home. Looking forward to returning in the future


Jill, Wirral

July 2024 - Loved everything about Priory Mill Farm, and are in awe of the skill and dedication of Susie and Noel in the restoration and running of this so special place. Stayed in Granary Cottage over the old stables. Cosy yet spacious for two and equipped with everything one could need. Lots of info on history of Mill, places to go, etc. Watched wildlife from the river bench in the sun and had cosy nights in front of the stove. So peaceful yet only 10 minute walk to shops, restaurants. Camp site looked idyllic too, all done to fit the environment. Susie & Noel perfect hosts. We'll be back!


Bob, CORSHAM

Idyllic, tranquil and magical are words that spring to mind when thinking about this location. You can sit in your own garden beside the river and listen to the constant sound of birdsong and water lapping over the rocks. You can’t actually hear the road as you’re set down below it, nor is the camp site noticeable as it’s downstream and you can’t even see it. We didn’t do any of the excursions that we’d planned as we were already sitting in such a beauty spot with everything at hand. The cottage has everything you need to be self sufficient and the town centre is only a 2min drive away.


Location

The neighbourhood

There are benches all around for different views and angles of the sun including one facing the river, just perfect for picnics. The wildlife is prolific: bats, owls, foxes, kingfishers and even otters, so bring your binoculars. There are grand walks and cycle routes – the number 42 route comes through Brecon and you can also join the Taff Trail, or canoe and kayak on both the Usk and Wye. Brecon has three independent butchers and greengrocer, and a jazz festival in August. You're 20 minutes from Hay on Wye for the best Literary Festival and many bookshops.

Local points of interest from Susie Gaskell

  • The Brecon Beacons offer every outdoor activity you could possibly want whilst holidaying, so make sure you bring your walking boots, bicycles and bikinis along with you.
  • For cyclists, the canal offers a lovely long (and level!) track to cycle along in the dappled sunshine, but for those with a taste for the wide open spaces and the hills, we have plenty of those as well.
  • If you feel like more leisurely activities there are cafes, galleries and museums only a ten minute walk away through the woods and in to the Georgian town of Brecon which boast it's own magnificent Cathedral.
  • You can even pop to the local independent cinema or theatre for a bit of culture if there’s something on that takes your fancy
  • And if you’d like to experience something a bit more unusual, how about taking some dinky donkeys out for a walk in the countryside with Gooddayout ... if donkeys aren’t your thing, they have piggies and picnic days out too!
  • But if all that sounds far too energetic, then you can just flop on the grass by our river with a good book and a glass of something lovely... the hens like a bit of that too so they might come and join you...

Introducing

Susie Gaskell

Noel (a furniture maker) and Susie (a silversmith) came here from London and are both now conservation builders. They live in the farmhouse you pass on the way to your granary. You'll also pass their amazing all-consuming project which is to restore a Grade II* Watermill using traditional materials and all on their own. This is incredibly important work as sadly there are very few left that aren't converted into accommodation or derelict. It is also home to rare Lesser Horseshoe Bats. Susie and Noel run a small family campsite on the other side of their house in the summer months.