Penstar Bunkhouse
About the home
The Penstar Bunkhouse was converted from an old barn during the summer of 1996 by the Powell family who have had the farm since 1918.On a working farm the site provides access directly to the Brecon Beacons and to Brecon via the Taff Trail, a recently established long distance walk route. The Bunkhouse is a self-catering facility.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 20, 3 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | Corporate lets Hen and stag parties Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| General: | Central heating, TV |
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| Standard: | Kettle |
| Utilities: | Microwave, Fridge, Freezer |
| Rooms: | 3 Bedrooms, 4 bathrooms of which 4 shower rooms |
| Furniture: | Dining seating for 20 |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ |
Further details indoors:
Accommodation is for 20 people including facilities for those with disabilities in 2, 6, and 12 birth rooms. There is a drying room and fully equipped kitchen with ample living space and under floor heating.
Conditions
Dogs allowed by prior arragement
Photos
The Powys / Brecon Beacons / Powys region


The Brecon Beacons National Park is a beautiful area with dramatic scenery, abundant wildlife and a fascinating past. It is a landscape of contrasts with wild open moorland and hidden waterfalls, windswept mountains and sheltered valleys, bustling mountains and isolated farmsteads. In this rural area farming dominates the landscape and Welsh cultural traditions are strong. This agricultural landscape is rich in wildlife habitats with a wonderful variety of plans and animals both common and internationally rare. There is a powerful sense of history in the legacy of ancient monuments and buildings telling the story of the people who have lived and worked here during the last five thousand years.
The designation of the Brecon Beacons as a National Park in 1957 recognised the outstanding qualities of the landscape.
The Brecon area
Penstar is ideally located to accommodate groups requiring a wide range of activities without having to travel too far each day. Pen-Y-Fan (886m) and Corn Du (873m) are the highest summits in the National Park and are directly accessible from Penstar.
Craig Cerrig-gleisiad National Nature Reserve is easily reached by following the Taff Trail and is a good example of Old Red Sandstone escarpment. There are glacial features such as moraines and scree.
Brecon is easily reached by car or on foot via the Taff trail.
Climbing, pony trekking and caving are but a few of the outdoor activities available in the area.
How to get there
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| Airport: | Cardiff: 65 km |
| Railway: | Merthyr Tydfil |
Only 35 miles north of Cardiff and the M4 motorway, Penstar is easily reached by road. The area is well served by public transport with daily express coaches to Cardiff, the Midlands and Yorkshire. The nearest railway station is at Merthyr Tydfil and a bus connects Brecon to this railway station.
From the centre of Brecon cross the main bridge over the River Usk and drive through Llanfaes. After passing the Esso garage, National Tyres and Brecon Car Sales, turn left immediately opposite the Drovers Arms public house. Drive down Ffwdgrech Road and under the Brecon bypass to a road junction just over a bridge. Follow the middle of the three lanes and continue ahead at the next junction where a road leads off to the left. The lane then descends through wooded area and over another bridge at Waterfalls Cottage. Continue for another mile and turn right at the next junction. At the following junction our farm lane is clearly signposted.
Activities near Brecon
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 05 Dec 2011 |
The bunkhouse is clean, basic, warm and has a well equipped kitchen as well as good showers / washrooms. Be aware that the only seating available are hard benches - there is nowhere comfortable to... more |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 10 | ||||||
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| 3 Aug 11 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 840 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| Prices for group size 20 | ||||||
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| 3 Aug 11 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 1680 | - | - | 2 Nights | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
ALL PRICES THAT ARE SHOWN ARE BASED ON THE MINIMUM OF 10 PEOPLE SHARING £12 PER PERSON PER NIGHT.
Advanced booking is required in all cases. You will need to check availability of dates and make a provisional booking by telephone on 01874 622 702. The booking will then be confirmed on receipt of the deposit.
Payment
A deposit of 25% of the total fee is required to confirm the booking, With the balance of the total fee received one month before the arrival date. For bookings made less than one month before the arrival date the full payment is required on booking. Please note that all payments received are non-refundable.
What To Bring
When Staying in the Bunkhouse -
We supply a mattress and pillow, with pillowcase. You will need to bring your own bedding, soap and towels, and ensure you are suitably clothed and equipped for the activities you plan and the time of year. We also recommend you bring a change of footwear kept specifically for indoor use.
When Staying in the Cottage -
We supply full bedding and towels on request. Ensure you are suitably clothed and equipped for the activities you plan and the time of year. We also recommend you bring a change of footwear kept specifically for indoor use.
Conditions of Use
NO SMOKING is allowed in the bunkhouse or the Cottage, nor are naked flames and candles for safety reasons.
Children under 18 years old must be kept under close adult supervision at all times while in the premises.
Pets are allowed by prior arrangement.
The bunkhouse must be kept clean and tidy. Cleaning materials are provided.
Boots and wet/muddy clothing should be washed and dried off in the drying room of the Bunkhouse or in the utility room of the Cottage.
Any damage or breakages must be reported immediately and where not an acceptable accident must be paid for.
Where in our opinion damage is deliberate or reckless fees will not be refunded.
We reserve the right to inspect the premises at any time prior to departure.
Bookings commence at 4:00pm on the arrival day and should be vacated by 11:00am on the departure day.
We are as flexible as possible about arrival/departure times and don't impose these restrictions unless circumstances dictate.
Liability
We accept no liability for death or injury to any persons, nor for loss or damage to personal property or equipment, including vehicles. Nor do we accept responsibility for loss or expense incurred due to delays or changes in travel services, or due to sickness, or because of the weather, or for any other reason.
Insurance
In your own interests you are strongly recommended to take out adequate insurance cover against personal accident or injury, loss and breakage of personal property and equipment, and any cancellations.
Availability
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 5 years listed You are contacting Sheila Powell
Languages spoken ![]() The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2006. This barn has received 1 review from previous guests. ![]() |
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