Secluded in rolling hills, The Shepherd’s Hut is a charming 1-bedroom retreat. Perfect for couples, with historic character, scenic views, cozy living space, and easy access to Hay Festival and countryside adventures.
Electricity, bed linen and towels included. No smoking. There is a security deposit of £150.00 to be paid 1 week prior to arrival.
Nestled away within the sweeping hills is this homely and historic one-bedroom cottage, a perfect destination for a couples relaxing break, whilst being perfectly located for any variety of reasons, your visit to The Shepherd’s Hut should be met with comfort in this serene little valley. Just 30 mins away from the highly regarded annual Hay Festival, The Shepherd’s Hut is an ideal spot to feel at home. Upon entering the reception area with unique pieces of furniture, setting the tone for the history throughout. The w/c and shower room sits off the reception area, as does the open-plan living room, kitchen and dining area which looks out to the rear of the property, whilst just up the stairs the bedroom—the exposed brick and wooden beams—add to the character of The Shepherd’s Hut.
Converted to detached holiday accommodation, the hut was built in early Victorian times as the grain store for the adjoining Great Cantal Mill, which itself dates back to the 17th century. The mill, which last operated in the late 1940s, had a wooden overshot mill wheel on its east wall, powered by water from the River Aran. The mill served as the ’court mill’ for the parish: local farmers brought their grain to Great Cantal, where it was stored in the hut until it was milled.
Most of the mill machinery had been removed by the 1980s but one of the bedstones, made of French burr stone, dating from about 1830 and weighing over a ton was carefully removed and is now on display at Talgarth Mill, which is about 30 miles away, between Hay on Wye and Brecon.
A network of tracks crosses the farm, giving easy access to Maelienydd and Little Hill Commons. Overlooking the farm to the north is Beacon Hill Common, a moorland across which runs Glyndwr’s Way, a long distance footpath running from Knighton to Machynlleth. All three commons are access land on which there is the right to roam.
A little north of Builth Wells, is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a European Special Area of Conservation, where a variety of wildlife can be found. Bird watchers will be interested in Maelienydd, a breeding ground for redshank and curlew and Beacon Hill still hosts the rare ring ouzel, as well as red grouse. One of Radnorshire Wildlife Trust’s nature reserves, Tylcau Hill, lies about 2 miles from the hut and is open to visitors all year round. The spa town of Llandrindod Wells is 15 miles. Shop 8 miles, pub and restaurant 4½ miles.
Booking Conditions:
Pet Friendly, max 2.
Guests are to take note that whilst there is no access restrictions, some vehicles may not wish to cross the river, in which guests will have to walk across a little bridge instead. Parking on site for one car only, no vans. Parking for an additional car might be possible on request.
There is a sofa bed in the bedroom should a 3rd guest wish to stay, please select the extra bed upon booking so linens can be provided.
Converted to detached holiday accommodation, the hut was built in early Victorian times as the grain store for the adjoining Great Cantal Mill, which itself dates back to the 17th century. The mill, which last operated in the late 1940s, had a wooden overshot mill wheel on its east wall, powered by water from the River Aran. The mill served as the ’court mill’ for the parish: local farmers brought their grain to Great Cantal, where it was stored in the hut until it was milled.
Most of the mill machinery had been removed by the 1980s but one of the bedstones, made of French burr stone, dating from about 1830 and weighing over a ton was carefully removed and is now on display at Talgarth Mill, which is about 30 miles away, between Hay on Wye and Brecon.
A network of tracks crosses the farm, giving easy access to Maelienydd and Little Hill Commons. Overlooking the farm to the north is Beacon Hill Common, a moorland across which runs Glyndwr’s Way, a long distance footpath running from Knighton to Machynlleth. All three commons are access land on which there is the right to roam.
A little north of Builth Wells, is a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a European Special Area of Conservation, where a variety of wildlife can be found. Bird watchers will be interested in Maelienydd, a breeding ground for redshank and curlew and Beacon Hill still hosts the rare ring ouzel, as well as red grouse. One of Radnorshire Wildlife Trust’s nature reserves, Tylcau Hill, lies about 2 miles from the hut and is open to visitors all year round. The spa town of Llandrindod Wells is 15 miles. Shop 8 miles, pub and restaurant 4½ miles.
Booking Conditions:
Pet Friendly, max 2.
Guests are to take note that whilst there is no access restrictions, some vehicles may not wish to cross the river, in which guests will have to walk across a little bridge instead. Parking on site for one car only, no vans. Parking for an additional car might be possible on request.
There is a sofa bed in the bedroom should a 3rd guest wish to stay, please select the extra bed upon booking so linens can be provided.
