Minstrels Manor
Brecon, Wales, United Kingdom
Sleeps: 12
Unique Features
- Originally a 15th century Hall House with Jacobean alterations
- A bath made from a traditional wine vat
- A minstrels' gallery adjoining the sitting room
- Expansive view of the Black Mountains and the Wye Valley
The Property
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This 15th century Hall House cum Jacobean Manor has been sensitively restored to boast much of its original character. Kick back in eccentric luxury and enjoy large open fires, huge rooms and expansive views of the Black Mountains and Wye Valley.
Inside
- Style: Historic and eccentric, with quirky features such as a minstrels' gallery, a coffin bath, a bath tub made from a traditional wine vat and original artworks.
- Bedrooms: All six bedrooms can be found on the first floor of the property. Choose from the super king-sized bed with huge fireplace and boxed in bath with hand-crafted wooden lid of Bedroom 1, the Green Bedroom with double bed and beautiful views of the gardens or the king-sized bed of Terracotta Room which also enjoys view of the Wye Valley. Then there's the Pink Bedroom with king-sized bed, chaise longue and stone fireplace, the White Bedroom with double bed and farmland views, and the Yellow Bedroom with antique king-sized bed from which there’s a flight of steps to the kitchen. And if you're looking to soak your cares away, choose from ‘The Tubbery’ bathroom, where the bath is a great copper wine vat, or the Blue Bathroom where a deep antique bath takes centre stage.
- For relaxation: Through the oak panelled historic hall, with a flagstone floor, there is a magnificent panelled drawing room with a fantastic Renaissance fireplace and a minstrels' gallery. There are two enormous sofas to sink into and a rather elderly grand piano. If you want to enjoy a little time to yourself, take a book into the snug, where a large open fire, gentleman’s desk and large comfortable sofas combine.
- Practicalities: In the laundry room you’ll find a washing machine, tumble dryer, and an outer boot room.
Outside
The house is set in its own well kept grounds and gardens (equipped with garden furniture and a barbecue). There is an array of old stone barns, a pair of charming stone towers and, in the middle of a field, the impressive remains of what was once the main entrance to the property. Surrounded by farmland, you’ll only have sheep for company at this property.
Food and wine
- DIY: The property is available on a self-catered basis only. There's everything you need in the slate-floored kitchen – from a four-oven AGA, to hand-crafted oak central island and double Belfast sink. A long oak refrectory table can seat well over 12 guests, whilst for post-dinner relaxation there are large comfy sofas in front of a huge 17th century stone fireplace to settle into.
- Eating out: Five miles away in Hay-on-Wye, there are a selction of pubs and restaurants to choose from
Rental inclusive of:
- Linen
- Towels
- Firewood
- Heating and electricity
Getting there:
- On the map: Situated just five miles from Hay-on-Wye on the edge of the Brecon Beacons
- By car: Three hours from London
- By train: The nearest train station is Abergavenny,which is 20 miles from the property.
Out and About
- Browse the bookshops of Hay-on-Wye
- Explore the Brecon Beacons on foot, bike or horseback
- Don your walking boots and tread the trails of the Black Mountains
- Canoeing is available locally
Pricing
- From: 2-nts from £1,500 to £2,000 3-nts from £1,750 to £2,500 Upto: Weekly: From £3.500 to £4,000
- Xmas: 2008: 4-nt stay from £3,500
- New Year: 2008: BOOKED
- Damages Deposit: £1,000
Accommodation Details
Enjoy eccentric luxury in this 15th Century Hall House
- Personally Inspected: Yes
- Sleeps: 12
- Double: 5
- Single: 1 large single/small double
- Children: Yes
- Pets: Yes, not upstairs or on the furniture
- Evening Meals: Beeton for Time local producers of cordon bleu home-cooked food, delivered to the door
- Internet & Communications: No internet facilities
- Arrival Time: 4.00 pm
- Departure Time: 10 am
Contact Details
Please contact Unique Home Stays on +44(0)1637 881942