About Happy Union Stables

Happy Union Stables is a detached barn conversion in Abbeycwmhir village in the Radnorshire Hills of Mid Wales. This spacious property combines original wooden beams and trusses with modern fixtures. Glyndwr's Way national trail and Cycle Route 25 run through the village.

The Cambrian Mountains and Bannau Brycheiniog National Park sit a short drive away. You can ride the Brecon Mountain Railway or visit the Elan Valley lakes. The Red Kite Feeding Station at Rhayader is nearby. The cottage owner runs the Happy Union Inn next door.

The property sleeps six guests across three bedrooms. The open plan living area features a huge picture window overlooking the valley. You'll find electric central heating, a washing machine and dishwasher. The kitchen comes well equipped with plenty of extras. Superfast WiFi and Sky TV are included.

Abbeycwmhir Abbey ruins (0.2 miles, 1 minute) date from 1176. The Hall country mansion (0.3 miles, 2 minutes) opens its gardens to visitors. Llandrindod Wells (10 miles, 18 minutes) offers shops and restaurants. Rhayader (6 miles, 12 minutes) provides local amenities.

This is perfect for families or couples wanting peaceful countryside walks. The cottage sits next door to property 11414 and together they sleep twelve.

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Need To Know

✓Electric central heating
✓Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, tv with basic satellite, dvd, wifi
✓Electricity included in rent
✓Bed linen included in rent
✓Cot and highchair by prior arrangement
✓Off road parking for 3 cars
✓Large enclosed front yard with furniture and views over village and wooded hills
✓One well behaved dog and no smoking
✓Shop 5 miles
✓Owner's quiet village inn 30 seconds' walk
✓Note: superfast wifi

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Happy Union Stables Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Happy Union Stables during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Powys's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Abbey Cwmhir Museum

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

LD1 6PH

Abbey Cwm-hir

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

LD1 6PH

Abbey Cwm Hir Hall

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

LD1 6PH

Glynd?r's Way

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

Memorial Gardens

Distance: 9 miles (26 min drive)

LD1 5DY

Wye Valley Walk

Distance: 8.6 miles (28 min drive)

Co-Op

Distance: 6.9 miles (25 min drive)

LD6 5DN

Watsons Family Butchers

Distance: 7.1 miles (25 min drive)

LD6 5AF

West Street Antiques

Distance: 7 miles (25 min drive)

LD6 5AB

Pen-y-bont Station

Distance: 6.3 miles (21 min drive)

LD1 5SQ

Llandrindod Station

Distance: 9 miles (25 min drive)

LD1 6BG

Llandrindod Wells Interchange

Distance: 8.8 miles (25 min drive)

LD1 5HF

Abbey Cwmhir Museum

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

LD1 6PH

Abbey Cwm-hir

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

LD1 6PH

Abbey Cwm Hir Hall

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

LD1 6PH

Glynd?r's Way

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

Memorial Gardens

Distance: 9 miles (26 min drive)

LD1 5DY

Wye Valley Walk

Distance: 8.6 miles (28 min drive)

Co-Op

Distance: 6.9 miles (25 min drive)

LD6 5DN

Watsons Family Butchers

Distance: 7.1 miles (25 min drive)

LD6 5AF

West Street Antiques

Distance: 7 miles (25 min drive)

LD6 5AB

Pen-y-bont Station

Distance: 6.3 miles (21 min drive)

LD1 5SQ

Llandrindod Station

Distance: 9 miles (25 min drive)

LD1 6BG

Llandrindod Wells Interchange

Distance: 8.8 miles (25 min drive)

LD1 5HF

Is Happy Union Stables Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kids love the pool table at the Happy Union Inn next door. The enclosed front yard provides safe outdoor space. Glyndwr's Way and local footpaths offer easy family walks. The flooring is suitable for play. Red Kite feeding at Gigrin Farm fascinates children. Brecon Mountain Railway makes a great day out. The spacious rooms give families plenty of room to spread out.

For Couples

This peaceful village setting offers complete tranquillity with birdsong and valley views. The picture window frames stunning countryside vistas. Couples can walk Glyndwr's Way from the door. The owners' inn next door provides easy evening meals. Elan Valley lakes offer romantic walks. The spacious accommodation feels luxurious. Homemade Bara Brith and thoughtful touches create a warm welcome for romantic breaks.

Pet Friendly

The property listing does not indicate that Happy Union Stables welcomes pets. The enclosed front yard and surrounding countryside would suit dogs well. Multiple walking routes start from the village including Glyndwr's Way national trail. Contact the owners directly to discuss whether they might consider pets for your booking as policies can sometimes be flexible.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Happy Union Stables

Happy Union Inn

Located Next door from your accommodation.

Postcode: LD1 6PH

The Metropole Hotel Restaurant

Located 10 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LD1 5DY

The Triangle Inn Rhayader

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LD6 5BT

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Happy Union Stables

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Happy Union Stables does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on comfortable indoor accommodation with superfast WiFi, Sky TV and modern conveniences throughout.

Is it pet friendly?

The listing does not indicate that pets are welcome at Happy Union Stables. Contact the owners directly to discuss any specific requirements you may have.

How many people does Happy Union Stables sleep?

The cottage sleeps six guests across three bedrooms. It can be booked alongside the adjacent property (Ref 11414) to accommodate up to twelve people total.

What parking is available at the property?

There is off-road parking for three cars at the front of the property. Guests consistently mention the ample parking space and convenient access.

What facilities are in the kitchen?

The kitchen includes a dishwasher, washing machine and is exceptionally well equipped with cookware and utensils. Previous guests highlight the many useful extras provided.

Is there WiFi at Happy Union Stables?

Yes, the property has superfast WiFi throughout. Note that mobile phone coverage in the area is minimal due to the rural location.

What heating does the cottage have?

The property has electric central heating throughout. Guests report the cottage is very warm and comfortable even during winter stays.

What attractions are within easy reach?

The Cistercian Abbey ruins are a one-minute walk away. Elan Valley, Red Kite Feeding Station at Gigrin Farm and Brecon Mountain Railway are all within a short drive.

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Happy Union Stables Reviews

Very nice accommodation set in lovely surroundings will defo book again. Thanks

Louise

Lovely place to stay me and my 3 kids have had a lovely week here.

Hannah

Absolutely loved our stay in Happy Union Stables. What a beautiful accommodation and beautiful surroundings. Great for exploring Mid Wales. Highly recommend!

Christine

Accommodation excellent and lovely secluded area. Lovely to have a shower for each bedroom and WC. Extremely large TV with good catch up facility and reception. Very comfortable furnishing.

Hilary

Very nice stay, a very relaxing location just a shame that I was in the area for ... Very nice stay, a very relaxing location just a shame that I was in the area for work so not much time for me to enjoy the beautiful location

Jackie

We were blown away everything was wonderful, it was so spacious, clean tidy and welcoming. Karen had left us a home baked cake & butter to have with our cup of tea. Even the weather could not spoil our autumn break. We hope to return to the Stables next spring and once again visit the beautiful Elan Valley.

Graeme

Clean, tidy and comfortable converted old stables. Set in a peaceful and quiet valley. Nearest shop was 4 miles away with supermarkets in the town of Llandrindod Wells 8 miles away. Owned by and next door to the village pub which is useful. Lots of waking and cycling pathes in the area, so idea for the more adventurous.

William

A lovely cottage in a beautiful location. Very clean and well equipped, the best Ive ever been to. Pleasant and helpful owners. I hope to return in the future.

A gorgeous Cottage with everything you could need for a lovely holiday. Tea, coffee, milk and a homemade Bara Brith were a welcome find when we arrived. We will be back

Absolutely loved this hideaway. For the four of us, one being our 2 year old grandson, the property gave him such fun with his racing cars, the flooring being ideal. Its spacious, very clean with all the amenities. The owners were very welcoming and teacoffee and cake waiting for us on our arrival. Plenty to do either walking stunning scenery around visiting Devils Bridge, Aberystwyth or the Butterfly House. We would definitely recommend this venue

Beautiful comfort accommodation in a quiet location situated next door to the local pub which is very welcoming by all the locals and is also ran by the hosts Karen and John who are both and very helpful. There is some lovely places to visit around the area this visit was actually our second as stayed in Karen and John's other cottage in September and enjoyed it so much we returned within a few weeks and will definitely return again.

Perfect place to do some familyclan building! Very quiet.

Nicola

A spacious and very comfortable property with lovely views.

Claire & Chris

A lovely and comfortable week's stay in this very clean and wellappointed cottage. It is in an extremely pretty situation in a very quiet village with some good local walks and interesting activities such as the Red Kite Feeding Centre at Gigrin Farm and the Elan Valley. We enjoyed a very relaxing week and the family inn next door is very well worth a visit or three!

Rodney

Very comfortable beds! Several cobwebs lurked, one had huge spider, which spooked the wife! Found it very quiet & peaceful in a lovely setting.

Robert

Although the stables were reasonably equipped we found the cooker in a poor state, I think this was due to its age however we did not use the oven as it was not very clean. Would have visited the inn but opening at 8pm was a put off. We got a couple of days with torrential rain but found things to occupy us during this time was limited to puzzles with pieces missing and an old children's game again with pieces missing. We enjoyed our holiday but sorry to say the stables were not for us.

Catherine

Lovely cottage in a great location well equipped . Plenty of parking at the front with garden furniture but over looked Great sized rooms Disappointed no back garden to enjoy the views A full length mirror would be a great addition Lovely welcome with tea coffee milk and bara brith

Excellent cottage in a beautiful location with great views.

A lovely spacious and well equipped property, beautiful setting. Owner welcoming and helpful and a real bonus had made us a very tasty cake.

Lovely spacious cottage with everything we needed apart from hair drier for the wivesunless we didn't find it. All in all a lovely break in a beautiful area. Thank you Karen and John The Bara Brith and supplies were much appreciated.

Quiet , comfortable venue. Ample space only 2 of us . Bara brith and milk plus tea and coffee portions left for us. Delightful view through picture window. The owners small pub next door was also very welcoming. We felt very relaxed and comfortable here for our weeks stay.

Pamela

Beautiful barn conversion in a lovely little village in Powys. The property was exceptionally clean and extremely well equipped, warm and comfortable. Much appreciated bara brith, tea,coffee sugar and milk on arrival. We were aware of slight remoteness so took enough provisions for a couple of days and there is a good sized Tesco and Aldi in Llandrindod Wells. Elan valley was lovely but trails are steep and narrow not suitable for anyone with mobility problems. We really enjoyed the red kite feeding at Gigrin farm website still advising pre booking. All in all a perfect peaceful getaway. Thank you so much Karen and John for your hospitality.

Malcolm

We had a really enjoyable and relaxing time at The Stable cottage. It was very warm and comfortable and just sitting and taking in the views was a real tonic. Karen and John ensured every home comfort and the welcome Bara Brith, butter and tea and coffee is a great touch. It's a great base for touring the beautiful surrounding countryside, we didn't want to leave and hope to return again. An absolutely first class cottage.

An excellent location for us to meet up with our friends. The accommodation is rather remote, well it is very remote! We each took different routes into the village, and both wondered where we were heading! The church was being decorated for Harvest Festival when we arrived and the people doing the decorating were very friendly and pointed out some unusual fungi in the churchyard. We knew we might be a long way from shops so had taken food and drink with us so it was fine. The only down side, as mentioned before, was the limited space in the fridge but we managed. Lovely places to visit don't miss the Red Kite feeding !

George

Happy Union Stables was perfect in every respect! The accommodation was extremely comfortable with plenty of storage and all mod cons. John and Karen, the owners were very accommodating and having their pub next door was a bonus. Thank you Karen for the lovely home made Bara Brith and other welcoming goods. Definitely plan to return as even the surrounding area exceeded our expectations including the lovely village of Abbeycwmhir.

Maldwyn

Generally well equipped property in beautiful setting. Only thing this property lacked was a decent sized fridge and freezer given that it's catering for four people and that the nearest supermarket is a good 12 miles round trip.

Lovely quiet place with lots of space . Great place to go walking. Owners nearby in case of any issues. The cottage had everything I needed and it was beautifully clean.

Esther

Absolutely loved our stay here such a relaxing, peaceful place. The cottage was clean and comfy and we spend a long time just appreciating the birdsong. Cant wait to return.

Robert

We had a lovely stay. The house was very pleasant adn the open plan living area, and huge window were great. The location is so quiet but within easy reach of good walking and cycling, and the nearby abbey ruins are beautiful. All in all a great holiday. Many thanks

Caroline

The cottage was lovely and the home made loaf was a lovely welcome. The area was beautiful with access to great walks and various activities and experiences within easy access.

Yes they provide plenty of towels on your website it doesn't mention this

Stephanie

A delightful place to stay, all the home comforts that you could wish for in beautiful surroundings.

A rural location in a friendly village birdwatchers dream location with kites ... A rural location in a friendly village birdwatchers dream location with kites and buzzards and many other species a hidden gem

Really comfortable stay and everything we could want from a holiday let. Thank you.

Heather

A perfect place for a get away from it all holiday. Beautiful scenery, peaceful hamlet. Ideal for walking. Not too far from local small towns to get provisions. A lovely part of Wales to explore and a great cottage to come back to and relax in. Lovely outdoor space to sit and enjoy the scenery and watch the red kites, swifts and swallows with a glass of wine and a bbq. Perfect.

A beautiful cottage and a wonderful holiday!

We've just got back from spending new year at the happy union stables and we were blown away. Such a beautiful little villiage and the accommodation was absolutely stunning. Will definitely book again. Thank you so much for your hospitality

Nicole

The Happy Union Stables is a great place to stay, tastefully decorated and comfortable. Karen and John are lovely and the cake on our arrival was a welcome touch as we had a very long journey. The pub is welcoming, as are the locals we bumped into a couple of them in Aberystwyth by chance and they stopped to say hello! Everything for our immediate needs was provided milk, tea, coffee etc. It is a great base to use to visit other places and Karen and John were mines of useful information with recommendations for places to go. We would certainly recommend the waterfalls at Devil's Bridge not for the fainthearted, as well as the steam railway stunning scenery, the Elan Valley Dams and Reservoirs magnificent scenery and, if you want to travel that far, Caernarfon Castle fantastic and fascinating history and its surrounding quaint streets are well worth a visit! We were unlucky enough to have bad weather for most of our trip, but it certainly did not spoil our holiday far from it, it made us think outside the box for places to visit. We would certainly recommend it to others and if we go back to Wales, would certainly visit again.

Stephen

Situated in a pretty peaceful village, spacious, clean, fully equipped accomodation. Locals friendly.

Elaine

The surrounding area is amazing. The walks we took were great. A very peaceful break. Thank you.

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Happy Union Stables, Abbeycwmhir

About Happy Union Stables

Need To Know

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Happy Union Stables Attractions & Days Out

Is Happy Union Stables Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Happy Union Inn

The Metropole Hotel Restaurant

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Popular Stays Near This Cottage

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