About Kooky Cottage

Kooky Cottage is an end-of-terrace property built around 1850 in the historic market town of Brecon, Powys. This quirky one-bedroom retreat sits on the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park). The cottage features original exposed stonework and sash windows spread across three floors. It welcomes one well-behaved pet.

Brecon offers an 11th century cathedral, the Regimental Museum of The Royal Welsh and Y Gaer Museum. Local shops and inns serving real ales sit within walking distance. The national park provides walking and cycling routes right from your doorstep.

The double bedroom includes hanging space and a chest of drawers. The bathroom has a bath with shower over. The lower-ground-floor kitchen-diner contains an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine. The sitting room features a cosy woodburning stove and sofa bed. WiFi and a smart TV with catch-up apps come as standard.

Llangorse Lake (8 miles, 15 minutes) offers boat hire and fishing. The Brecon Steam Railway operates nearby. Hay-on-Wye sits 15 miles away.

Perfect for couples exploring South Wales. Kooky Cottage delivers character and a central Brecon base for national park adventures.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Gas central heating and woodburning stove
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tv, wifi
✓Fuel and power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Roadside parking on a first-come, first-served basis
✓Shared rear courtyard suitable for bike storage (private sheds in this area are off limits)
✓Front patio with bistro table and chairs
✓One well-behaved pet is welcome
✓Sorry, no children and no smoking
✓Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles
✓Note: the cottage is named after the quirky stairs as both sets of stairs inside the property are steep and turn
✓The lower stairs have a low ceiling, please take care

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Kooky Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Kooky Cottage 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.

Royal Welsh Regiment Museum

Distance: 0.9 miles (4 min drive)

LD3 7EB

Fan Bwlch Chwyth

Distance: 10.2 miles (17 min drive)

LD3 8SY

Wales Ape and Monkey Sanctuary

Distance: 23.1 miles (37 min drive)

SA9 1UD

The Groves

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

LD3 7LP

Taff Trail

Distance: 3.1 miles (8 min drive)

Pen y Fan

Distance: 9.1 miles (16 min drive)

Co-op Food

Distance: 0.5 miles (2 min drive)

LD3 7HY

MacDonalds

Distance: 0.5 miles (2 min drive)

LD3 7LE

Brecon Market

Distance: 0.5 miles (2 min drive)

LD3 9DA

Garth Station

Distance: 16.8 miles (27 min drive)

LD4 4AF

Brecon Bus Station

Distance: 0.7 miles (3 min drive)

LD3 7BU

Cardiff Airport

Distance: 51.8 miles (1 hr 14 min drive)

CF62 3BD

Royal Welsh Regiment Museum

Distance: 0.9 miles (4 min drive)

LD3 7EB

Fan Bwlch Chwyth

Distance: 10.2 miles (17 min drive)

LD3 8SY

Wales Ape and Monkey Sanctuary

Distance: 23.1 miles (37 min drive)

SA9 1UD

The Groves

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

LD3 7LP

Taff Trail

Distance: 3.1 miles (8 min drive)

Pen y Fan

Distance: 9.1 miles (16 min drive)

Co-op Food

Distance: 0.5 miles (2 min drive)

LD3 7HY

MacDonalds

Distance: 0.5 miles (2 min drive)

LD3 7LE

Brecon Market

Distance: 0.5 miles (2 min drive)

LD3 9DA

Garth Station

Distance: 16.8 miles (27 min drive)

LD4 4AF

Brecon Bus Station

Distance: 0.7 miles (3 min drive)

LD3 7BU

Cardiff Airport

Distance: 51.8 miles (1 hr 14 min drive)

CF62 3BD

Is Kooky Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kooky Cottage is not suitable for children as the property does not allow them. The steep turning stairs with low ceilings and tight corners present safety concerns. The three-floor layout with varying stair sizes makes it inappropriate for young guests. Couples seeking a quiet retreat will find this property ideal instead.

For Couples

Couples will appreciate the cosy woodburning stove and intimate one-bedroom layout. The 1850s character with exposed stonework creates a romantic atmosphere. Walk to local inns serving real ales and explore the national park together. The quiet street location and proximity to the cathedral offer peaceful evenings. Short breaks are available throughout winter and off-season.

Pet Friendly

One well-behaved dog is welcome at Kooky Cottage. The property has no secure outdoor area for pets. The steep stairs may prove challenging for some dogs to navigate safely. A shared rear courtyard provides bike storage but limited pet exercise space. Walks begin immediately from the front door into Brecon and surrounding countryside.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Kooky Cottage

The Gurkha

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LD3 7LD

The George Hotel

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

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Pilgrims Tea Room

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Kooky Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Kooky Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property does feature a cosy woodburning stove in the sitting room for relaxation.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, one well-behaved pet is welcome at Kooky Cottage. Please note there is no secure outdoor area and the steep stairs may challenge some dogs.

How many people does Kooky Cottage sleep?

The cottage sleeps two people in one double bedroom. A sofa bed in the sitting room provides additional sleeping space if needed.

What are the stairs like?

Both sets of stairs are steep and turn tightly with the lower stairs having a low ceiling. The property is not suitable for guests with mobility issues, knee problems or those unfamiliar with steep staircases.

Is parking available?

Roadside parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis directly outside the cottage. Previous guests report finding spaces close to the property without difficulty.

What facilities are in the kitchen?

The lower-ground-floor kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine. Guests consistently describe it as well-equipped for self-catering needs.

Are children allowed at Kooky Cottage?

No, children are not permitted at this property. The steep turning stairs and low ceilings make it unsuitable for young guests.

What's included in the rental?

Fuel and power are included along with bed linen, towels and a starter pack for the woodburning stove. WiFi and a smart TV with catch-up apps are also provided.

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Kooky Cottage Reviews

Laurence

The small house was lovely, with everything you need for a base in beautiful Brecon. Previous reviews have mentioned the stairs, so i was prepared. I had a great time in a wellkept property. Feedback for the owner, but mainly directed at Sykes. 5.0 pm access seems to be common lately and personally i don't think this is fair. 3.0 PM should be the latest time for access, which us plenty of time 5 hours to clean a small home. This started with Covid and is fast becoming the norm and it puts visitors in a bad mood right at the beginning if their stay. So, Sykes and other agencies should persuade owners to do the right thing. Rant over and I refer to my initial comments about a lovely property.

Think there may have been mice in the cottage, 2 packets of crisps nibbled open and most of contents gone the next morning! Tiny bits of the packaging as evidence. Outside seating area needs attention, weeds actually growing up through the bench. Would make such a difference to overall experience arriving at the property if this was sorted.

We enjoyed our stay in this very small, old house. The stairs are very steep and tight but this was no problem for us. The kitchen is wellequipped.

Darren

We were impressed with the amount of products available for our use e. G. washing powder, hand wash, toilet rolls etc. We weren't impressed that we had to do some cleaning of the property ourselves when we arrived. My wife cleaned the outside of the kitchen window and it improved the room's ambience considerably. We loved the kookiness of the cottage, but by the end of the week we were tired of twisting and bending to get between floors. Even though the owner did their best to prepare us for the stairs, the sheer verticality of them still surprised us. You have to go down to the kitchen backwards or you're going to be banging your head on the way down If you're tall, old, grumpy or lack mobility, avoid. If you're short, young, athletic, and like unique experiences, enjoy

No tea or coffee available had to navigate ourselves in the dark to Mossisons to purchase some. Bath towels too small for an average to large person. Stairs too steep even though this is mentioned in the listing. Even though dogs were welcome there was no secure area outside for them. Finding the place in the dark to check in after 5pm was challenging, but no flexibility in checking inout early or later was available Bed was very comfortable but lack of space meant my husband banged his leg on the bed Due to not feeling comfortable and the weather having snowed and more expected, we abandoned our stay after one night.

Value for money was excellent and each room was well furnished and comfortable. I would say though that the inter connection between rooms via the stairs did cause us a slight issue but being runners and fairly fit we soon established an easy method. If you have any mobility issues then I would think twice about booking it. The stair issues to be fair is highlighted in the information on the Sykes site. There are plenty of parking spaces very close to the cottage and we didn't have an issue with not having a dedicated space. Overall the cottage is very well appointed and great value for money.

We had a lovely cozy week at Kooky Cottage. The stairs were no problem and just as described. The cottage was in a great position near the cathedral and town and easy to get to lots of fabulous walks. Bins were a bit confusing as some were in the road and some in the garden and I could have done with a hairdryer but I gather this will be provided fior future guests. We would definitely return, thank you.

Leslie

Stairs an issue very steep and my dog could only say in the living room but the ... Stairs an issue very steep and my dog could only say in the living room but the cottage was lovely and very close to the town which had amazing walks on the doorstep would recommend the Gurkha and the canal and forge bridge walk

Property was nice. In a quiet area. Could do with a more powerful shower.No car parking available outside the property, even the car park you suggested behind the cottage. Parked in the side street.

Patricia

We loved our time at quirky. Kooky Cottage. It was quiet and comfortable. But we could have done with thicker pillows on bed. Also, as we had such lovely weather, we would like to have taken advantage of bistro table and chairs in garden as advertised. We do, however, hope to return at a later date.

Lovely place bathroom tiles and shower screen could do with a good clean

Michael

The stairs are extremely steep and turn tightly with a low ceiling . The kitchen being on a lower level to the main room makes this especially problematic. We unfortunately couldnt stay as a result. This needs clearly highlighting in the description..

Everything was fine, but found the stairs a bit of a problem as I have problems with my knee and found it troublesome as I live in a bungalow. I was however told there were stairs, so no reflection on the accommodation at all. Many thanks, Frank

We had a lovely stay in Kooky Cottage, very clean and tidy and only a short walk to the local town. The fire was lovely too. The only thing i could mention would be never having a reception to watch tv that said it didn't bother us really because we was never in but i could imagine some would like to have that especially if they had been out all day and fancied a quiet night in.

Katarzyna

A cozy little cottage, clean and the kitchen equipped with the necessary tools. The only problem is the stairs, especially to the kitchen, the location is very convenient, close to the center.

Great little cottage. Lovely and clean. We knew the stairs would be tricky from previous reviews so we were aware.

Please place a larger fridge in the kitchenette, this one much too small

Lovely property, ideal for a brief weekend visit to Brecon. Town was a short walk from the cottage. Parking was easier than expected and the cottage itself very comfortable and well maintained and equipped. My only thought for those with any mobility issues the stairs up and down are very steep. My wife and I managed ok and we really enjoyed our stay.

Katarzyna

Cottage was not clean on arrival, bedding not changed, dirty towels on the floor. Had to go for a long walk in the rain, waiting for the cottage to get cleaned. Lady responsible for the situation came with a box of chocolates and apologized the following day.

Angela

Understand this is an old property which slopes upstairs but if this was mine l would jack up the low side of the bed rendering it level and providing for us anyway, a better nights sleep, just our thoughts? ?

Lorraine

Kooky cottage is a quirky little place. There is a cosy wood burning stove and the owners have refurbished the place in a tasteful fashion. It is very close to all amenities and there are lots of dog friendly coffee shops etc. The stairs are fine going up but coming down is a bit scary! Our elderly Retriever was marooned in the living room as he could manage the stairs.

Debbie

We had a lovely stay at this cottage over New Year, it is definitely Kooky not a problem for us we loved it, they have listed this explaining the stairs are steep and you should expect this fully as described however, it all adds to the character. We had a great stay, did some walking going to the local town, and cooked all our meals in the kitchen, although a shared yard we never saw anyone else during our stay, it's so peacefully quiet, a lovely log burner adds to the stay. We would return and definitely recommend

Patrizia

We had a really lovely stay at Kooky Cottage over Christmas. The property was in a perfect location for some lovely hikes and walks, the town had everything in walking distance which was useful. The cottage itself has everything you need, with a really nice kitchen. The host had left a basket of useful information about the area and we did some of the suggested walks. The log fire made the cottage very cosey too! The stairs do take some getting used to but as long as you take them slowly they aren't too much of a problem. For some reason I assumed the property would have been decorated for Christmas, but on reflection I should have checked this, however it did not take from the lovely time we had there. The area was quiet and friendly too.

Maisie

Great location. Kooky Cottage is cute and qwerky. The log burner was a great addition, made it very cosy. Thank you!

Rebecca

Kooky cottage was such a great find! We stayed for 4 nights beginning of this month August and didn't want to leave. The cottage was very cosy and comfortable with a whole lot of character. Owner has thought about, and supplied everything you could need for your stay. We found the cottage very clean and all linens, towels etc clean and fresh. Lovely decor also! Added bonus of a sofa bed which was handy too. Table and seating available to sit outside also, we didn't use them but was good to know we had the option. The stairs are steep, of varying sizes, and ceiling above them is low but with time and care they're fine to navigate!...this just adds to the character and charm though, it is a 1850s property! Great location very quiet street, easy to walk into the centre of Brecon. Street parking available in front of property, not a lot of room but we had no issues thankfully. We really enjoyed our time here and would love to visit again. Will recommend to friends and family!

Graeme

Lovely quirky cottage, the stairs are a bit steep but manageable. Has everything you need. Great location for pubs and restaurants.

The cottage was convenient for popping into the town, but it was not so easy to pop up or down stairs in view of the stairs steepness being greater than expected. Sykes were good at responding to any queries that we had and the info left by the owner was very good and informative. It was great for a mini break for access to the Beacons. The wood burner was better when we got some seasoned wood.

Michael Harton

Nice little cottage, comfortable and very clean. Description needs to state difficulty of stairs particularly for young kids and those like me of a certain age

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About Kooky Cottage

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

Kooky Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Is Kooky Cottage Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Gurkha

The George Hotel

Pilgrims Tea Room

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Kooky Cottage Reviews