About this property

Historic Setting: Dragonfly Cottage in Brecon offers a unique holiday home experience within a historic building. The property features parquet floors and a cozy living room with a fireplace, providing a charming atmosphere. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchenette, and a washing machine. The terrace and outdoor seating area offer relaxing spaces, while bicycle parking and free on-site private parking cater to active travelers. Local Attractions: Located 4.3 mi from Brecon Cathedral and 55 mi from Cardiff Airport, the cottage is near attractions such as Clifford Castle (21 mi) and Longtown Castle (28 mi). Boating and cycling activities are available in the surrounding area. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated by guests, Dragonfly Cottage ensures a comfortable and memorable stay with its excellent facilities and welcoming atmosphere.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Rebecca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location on the canal was lovely. The cottage was cosy and loved the wood burner as the weather was as expected in February.
Julian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
A very homely, well kitted out property, with all that we needed for a 2 night stay. A very picturesque canalside location, perfect for walking into Brecon (4 miles) and a great local pub - The Royal Oak - a mile away. The Autumn colours along the...
Nick
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location was fantastic. Close to the canal for walks. Great views of the beacons.
Alexander
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Lovely place to stay and great location. Really quiet, well equipped and comfortable.
Rhiannon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location of the property was excellent. Just over the bridge to the canal path which was ideal for dog walks. The hosts were very accomodating.
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Comfy beds, all essentials provided such as dish washer tablets and bucket of logs
Stevie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The cottage was exactly as we expected and was beautifully presented and in a stunning location. Wonderfully on such hot days, the cottage stays lovely and cool. Rachel and Sid were super helpful and very flexible for us.
Roger
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Very clean. Beds were very comfortable and the shower was always hot. Also the little comforts like shower/wash/shampoo was nice also. I forgot to take my tea bags and was surprised to see a supply .
Dawn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
I am familiar with Brecon and spent many hours over the years hiking & mountain biking there so know the location well. All I wanted was somewhere to stay that was dog friendly, was close to the trails and routes and in a quiet secluded place so I...

Managed by Rachel and Sid

Company review score: 9.3Based on 72 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company info

We left London nearly 20 years ago and set about creating a family hospitality business. We run a set of unique holiday cottages and a Bed and Breakfast from the main Farmhouse. We enjoy this special location and try and get out for walks in the mountains when time allows.

Property info

Dragonfly Cottage at Ty Newydd Holidays near Llanfrynach, is a traditional stone-built coach house conversion set in the courtyard of a 1750s farmhouse near Brecon in the Brecon Beacons. It’s rated 4★ by Visit Wales and comfortably accommodates up to 4 people - ideal for couples or small families. The property combines historic character (vaulted ceilings and exposed oak beams) with modern comforts. 🛏 Accommodation 2 bedrooms - one with a king-size double and one twin. 1 family bathroom with a bath and shower overhead, toilet, sink and heated towel rail. All beds are made up before arrival. Cotton bed linen and towels provided. 🍳 Living & Kitchen Open plan kitchen-dining-sitting room overlooking the courtyard. Sitting area: comfy sofa and armchair, wood burner, flat-screen TV and Blue-ray player. Kitchen: fridge with freezer access, halogen hob, electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and all usual equipment. Washing machine in a hall cupboard. 📶 Amenities & Extras Wi-Fi throughout the cottage. Patio area with table and chairs. Allocated parking for up to two cars. Secure bike storage available. Wood burner with one basket of logs supplied. Direct access to the canal - great for walking, cycling and boating. Basic welcome supplies included (tea, coffee, sugar, dishwasher/laundry tablets, bin liners). EV charging available on site (additional charge). 🧳 Family & Pet Friendly Child-friendly (cot and high chair on request). Dog-friendly (one dog allowed). Tourist information and games provided for guests. In short, Dragonfly Cottage is a cosy, well-equipped rural base with a mix of traditional charm and modern conveniences - perfect for exploring the Brecon Beacons countryside.

Neighborhood info

This special location is hard to beat in the middle of the Brecon Beacons. Dragonfly Cottage at Ty Newydd Holidays is a thoughtfully renovated former Coach House next to an 18th century traditional Welsh Farmhouse, set in the Usk Valley beside the picturesque Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal. Dragonfly Cottage offers a perfect slice of Welsh countryside, with water, mountains and grazing sheep all around. The Brecon Beacons rise on one side, the Black Mountains on the other, with Pen y Fan—the jewel of the Beacons—visible from the property. Popular with walkers, cyclists and boaters, Dragonfly Cottage is ideally located just 4 miles from Brecon and close to several charming villages, each offering welcoming local pubs and great dining options. Great access to the Taff Trail and the canal and mountain walks.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Dragonfly Cottage, Canal location

Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
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Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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