About Pen Y Maes

Pen Y Maes is a spacious three-bedroom bungalow in rural Powys. This single-level property sits in peaceful countryside near Builth Wells. The exceptionally large hot tub gets mentioned in almost every review. Off-road parking for three cars makes arrival easy.

The location offers stunning views across open farmland. You can walk straight from the door onto quiet country lanes. The Seven Stars pub is just two minutes on foot. The enclosed garden stays safe for dogs and children.

Inside you'll find three bedrooms sleeping six guests. The main bedroom has an en-suite shower room. A second ground-floor bedroom and a third bedroom share the family bathroom. The open-plan kitchen and dining area connects to a sitting room with woodburner. The utility room provides extra space for muddy boots and wet coats.

Builth Wells sits 7.6 miles away (15 minutes). Elan Valley lies 19.4 miles distant (30 minutes). Hay-on-Wye reaches 18.1 miles (28 minutes). The Brecon Beacons stand 22.8 miles away (35 minutes).

Spotlessly clean throughout according to multiple reviews. Perfect for families wanting space and dog owners needing secure gardens. Pen Y Maes delivers proper countryside peace without feeling remote.

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with woodburner
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, smart tv, wifi
✓Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for up to 3 cars
✓Enclosed garden with patio, furniture, bbq and hot tub
✓Bicycle storage in garage
✓Dogs only
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 5 miles and pub within half a mile
✓Cot and highchair available on request

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Pen Y Maes Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Pen Y Maes 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 Agricultural Society Showground

Distance: 4.8 miles (11 min drive)

LD2 3SY

National Cycle Museum

Distance: 10.7 miles (18 min drive)

LD1 5DL

Royal Welsh Regiment Museum

Distance: 18.1 miles (27 min drive)

LD3 7EB

Wye Valley Walk

Distance: 6 miles (13 min drive)

Protected Species

Distance: 4.9 miles (20 min drive)

LD2 3UY

Hergest Ridge

Distance: 17.3 miles (25 min drive)

HR5 3EP

Erwood Station Craft Centre

Distance: 3 miles (5 min drive)

LD2 3SJ

Tuffins

Distance: 4.7 miles (9 min drive)

LD2 3SS

Morgans

Distance: 5 miles (10 min drive)

LD2 3DN

Builth Road Station

Distance: 6.5 miles (12 min drive)

LD2 3PY

Llandrindod Wells Interchange

Distance: 11 miles (19 min drive)

LD1 5HF

Cilmeri Station

Distance: 7.6 miles (16 min drive)

LD2 3NU

Royal Welsh Agricultural Society Showground

Distance: 4.8 miles (11 min drive)

LD2 3SY

National Cycle Museum

Distance: 10.7 miles (18 min drive)

LD1 5DL

Royal Welsh Regiment Museum

Distance: 18.1 miles (27 min drive)

LD3 7EB

Wye Valley Walk

Distance: 6 miles (13 min drive)

Protected Species

Distance: 4.9 miles (20 min drive)

LD2 3UY

Hergest Ridge

Distance: 17.3 miles (25 min drive)

HR5 3EP

Erwood Station Craft Centre

Distance: 3 miles (5 min drive)

LD2 3SJ

Tuffins

Distance: 4.7 miles (9 min drive)

LD2 3SS

Morgans

Distance: 5 miles (10 min drive)

LD2 3DN

Builth Road Station

Distance: 6.5 miles (12 min drive)

LD2 3PY

Llandrindod Wells Interchange

Distance: 11 miles (19 min drive)

LD1 5HF

Cilmeri Station

Distance: 7.6 miles (16 min drive)

LD2 3NU

Is Pen Y Maes Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The single-level layout keeps young children safe with no stairs to navigate. The enclosed garden provides secure outdoor space for play whilst parents relax. A cot and highchair come included. The huge hot tub proves popular with older children. The nearby pub welcomes families. Quiet country lanes allow safe cycling and the garden attracts birds to watch from windows.

For Couples

The peaceful rural setting offers complete privacy with stunning countryside views. Relax together in the exceptionally large hot tub under the stars. The woodburner creates cosy evenings in the comfortable sitting room. Walk hand-in-hand to The Seven Stars pub for dinner. Explore romantic Hay-on-Wye bookshops or drive through the spectacular Elan Valley. Owners provide homemade cake and fresh flowers on arrival.

Pet Friendly

Dogs receive a warm welcome at Pen Y Maes with an enclosed secure garden perfect for off-lead play. The Seven Stars pub sits just two minutes' walk away and welcomes four-legged guests. Multiple reviewers praise the safe fencing and garden space. Walking routes start directly from the door onto quiet country lanes. Bicycle storage in the garage accommodates dog walking equipment and muddy paws.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Pen Y Maes

The Seven Stars

Located 2 minute walk from your accommodation.

Postcode: LD2 3UW

The Lamb Inn Builth Wells

Located 7.6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LD2 3BT

Greyhound Hotel Builth Wells

Located 7.6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LD2 3AB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Pen Y Maes

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Pen Y Maes has an exceptionally large hot tub in the enclosed garden. Guests consistently rate it as one of the best features and many use it every evening during their stay.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Pen Y Maes. The property has a secure enclosed garden and sits just two minutes' walk from The Seven Stars dog-friendly pub.

How many guests does Pen Y Maes sleep?

The bungalow sleeps six guests across three bedrooms. One bedroom has an en-suite shower room whilst the other two bedrooms share a family bathroom.

What parking is available?

Off-road parking accommodates up to three cars. The property is easily accessible from main roads with clear instructions provided by the owners.

Is there a woodburner or open fire?

Yes, the sitting room features a woodburner. Guests love using it during cooler evenings alongside the oil central heating throughout the property.

What facilities are in the kitchen?

The open-plan kitchen includes a dishwasher and washing machine. A separate utility room provides additional space for outdoor equipment and there's a highchair and cot available.

How far is the nearest shop?

The nearest shop sits 5 miles from the property. Builth Wells is 7.6 miles away offering a full range of shops and supermarkets for your holiday needs.

What makes the garden special?

The enclosed garden features a patio with furniture and barbecue. Bird feeders attract abundant wildlife and the space stays completely secure for dogs and young children to play safely.

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Pen Y Maes Reviews

Absolutely beautiful , comfortable bungalow in a lovely peaceful area special ... Absolutely beautiful , comfortable bungalow in a lovely peaceful area special touch the amazing hot tub and also the flowers and homemade cake on arrival would definitely recommend a stay here

Very large and spacious bungalow. .nice settings.. Safe garden and nice walk from the property. Pub very friendly and good pub food.

A beautiful location with superb accommodation at Pen Y Maes. Extremely comfortable, especially the beds with plentiful space for six of us at the property. The property was very dog friendly and they loved the garden as did we. The owners could not have been more helpful and were there to support us if needed but very discrete. A pub on the doorstep was a very definite bonus, especially for the meals. We will certainly be visiting Pen Y Maes again, hopefully very soon.

Patrick

Excellent place to stay you have everything you need at the bungalow and you are surrounded by countryside. Plenty of places to visit and the ideal break if you need to switch off from the world.

This accommodation was great, quiet area, great features including a luxurious hot tub, wood burner and comfortable beds. We would definitely come back for another stay.

Lovely winter break we and our dogs thoroughly enjoyed it. We visited 2 years ago and were looking forward to spending the evenings in the hot tub again. However, there was a very strong chemical smell as soon as we lifted the lid, and both of us suffered skin irritation after being in it for a short time.

Richard

Our stay exceeded our expectations a beautiful home and a beautiful location. We all enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub and with an enclosed garden our dog loved the garden. It was also lovely to meet the owner, very friendly and welcoming. Would definitely be looking to stay in the future.

Stephen

A wonderful house and gardens. Everything was perfect and we absolutely loved our visit Nd hope to be back soon.

The property exceeding the listing information easy to find very clean and we had simple instructions from the owner the guest book reviews were also very complementary and what a great hot tub! Local pub great and served excellent food

Beautiful home, really well equipped and maintained. We will deffo be back

Lovely stay at Pen y Mars , we will definitely be returning, Beautiful property location , 2 minutes walk to pub,

Carina

We had the most relaxing stay. The property and location are just perfect. The host family are some of the most genuine and lovely people we've had the pleasure to meet. The warm and welcoming hospitality is continued in the fabulous pub just around the corner. We enjoyed some great meals and tasty pints at very reasonable prices. There are lots of very pretty walks from the door or a short drive away. Our dog had a great holiday too and was completely safe in the well enclosed garden. He enjoyed watching the sheep in the neighboring field and we delighted in identifying the multitude of birds feasting at the feeders in the garden.

Got nothing really to add, other than I've never experienced tilt doors before and they freaked me out because I thought I'd broken the back door within two minutes of entering the place on my doors you turn the handles up to lock them. Should have read the visitor guide before going outside!

Fabulous large property beautifully maintained, everything you could need. Hot tub a great addition, Owner left home made cake for us on arrival. Garden well fenced in for our dog Great location, nice pub a few minutes walk away. Absolutely nothing to fault with it, will definitely revisit

Deborah

Spacious, clean, warm, comfortable, well equipped, beautiful home from home. Wonderful, large, wellmaintained hot tub. Gorgeous gardens where you can watch the garden, and woodland birds. Fantastic location for walking the wonderful Welsh hills. The pub is literally around the corner and serves a great Sunday lunch. We loved being able to take our furry friend. Thank you Delyth for the excellent Victoria sponge which we received upon arrival. I would highly recommend this property.

We had a lovely stay at Pen Yr Maes. Tucked away in a beautiful part of Wales, it was peaceful and relaxing. The property was ideal for us with a 3 year old and a baby. Our 3 year old loved running around the house and with it being on one level we knew he was safe. The property is spacious and comfortable and really felt like a home from home. The hot tub was an added benefit too! A short walk to the local pub for Sunday lunch, which was inviting and friendly, was very much enjoyed. Overall a wonderful little break before we continued our holiday in South Wales.

Michelle

We had the most relaxing stay, absolute bliss. Arrived to gorgeous flowers and a home made cake which was a real treat. We didnt have the best weather but still managed to get out and do lots of walking, the area is beautiful. The house was perfect, very cosy with the woodburner. Lovely garden, totally enclosed for the dogs and the hot tub was amazing. We ate at the pub a couple times great food and very friendly. We loved it here and wouldn't have changed a thing, can't wait to return. Thanks again Delyth for being such a welcoming host.

A lovely, spacious, very clean place. We really enjoyed our stay.

Samantha

Lovely spacious cottage in a good location for dog walks. The home made cake on arrival was a lovely treat and didnt last long!!! Nice big garden which gets plenty of sun, and the pub is literally around the corner with good food and beers. The kids now want us to buy a massive hot tub!!!

Gareth

Perfect holiday for us gents.

Exceeded our expectations. Peaceful and relaxing

Joanne

The bungalow and its surroundings were even better than our already high expectations! We found the bungalow immaculate with everything you could possibly need. The gardens surrounding the property are well kept with stunning views from every direction. We found it so peaceful with only the distance sounds of the sheep. Our dog loved it too as it was completely enclosed with so much for her to explore. The hot tub is huge which we enjoyed each evening admiring the views. The Seven Stars Pub is literally at the bottom of the drive and as it is also dog friendly, we ate there several times and thought the food was very good. We visited Llewellyns Cave, Elan Valley and Builth Wells which is the nearest town. I would say remember to take your basics such as bread and milk etc as there are no shops in a short walking distance. On arrival there was a freshly made cake and a beautiful bunch of flowers to greet us which we thought was such a lovely added touch. We didnt meet the owners apparently our dog did however they are at hand if needed just very discreet. We enjoyed having breakfast each morning watching so many bird species on the feeder and in the garden. We were sad to leave and are definitely hoping to return.

Jeffrey

Hello the Powell family obviously a well presented property with a well maintained hot tub we would employ your painter if we lived nearer, a few hiccups but they were put right immediately. I'm sure everyone says we will come again and hopefully we can to, great enclosed area for our Ryley, enjoyed the pub, the walk to Llwellyns cave, the castle remains almost in the back garden and of course the bungalow and somehow we always have pleasant weather. Happy farming. Thank you.

The house is very spacious, clean and well equipped. The views from all rooms are beautiful. The information booklet is excellent for the house issues and for advice about the area. It is a property in a calm and relaxing place, ideal for a holiday for all ages.

Exceptionally clean house. We thought the information pack and especially the laminated wifi information was a thoughtful touch as were the fresh flowers and baked scones. Couldn't fault this accommodation or location and would definitely recommend to family and friends.

Claire

We enjoyed such a relaxing stay at Pen Y Maes. The bungalow was warm, clean and welcoming. The owners were friendly, approachable and on hand if needed. It was very spacious, giving us lots of space to spread out important with teenagers! and the enclosed garden was perfect for the dog. Hot tub was very warm and a nice bonus. The surrounding countryside was incredibly peaceful and we enjoyed some lovely local walks around the village. We loved our stay here and would love to return.

This was our third visit. As always the bungalow was immaculately clean and every item you would need was thought of. It's like home from home. Our dog enjoyed staying too, there are walks from the garden which is good for dogs that are reactive to cars. Just be mindful of the sheep that graze there, so dogs must be on a lead. The garden is full of birds, many that we don't see at home. It would of been nice to have sat ours if The weather had been better. The hot tub was a bonus and seen to everyday, we never saw anyone come, they are that discrete. Thank you for a lovely break

Christine

Such a beautiful bungalow. Lovely and clean. A very well equipped kitchen. Log fire was lush. Beautifully garden with loads of birds. Everything you need for a relaxing break. Amazing views. Hot tub was clean. Just down the road a lovely pub with fantastic food. Locals made us feel so welcome. Would highly recommend staying here

Natalie

Peacefull clean lovely bungalow can't quite to return

Nicola

Had a lovely stay at Pen y Maes. Everything you could need was provided. Beds were comfortable, place soon warmed up with central heating and a wood burner. Great kitchen and powerful showers. Hot tub was great and a lovely enclosed garden for the dog to run around in. Loads of birds in the garden to watch was an added bonus along with the welsh cakes on arrival. Hosts sent us a welcome message and we knew they would be available if we needed anything but they did not intrude on us. Perfect holidsy really and we shall be booking again in the future.

Louise

Its a fabulous spacious bungalow with a well appointed kitchen The hot tub is super and its bigger than some hotel ones. Looking out over the fields while having a soak, bliss. The local pub is a community pub, its open every day, does lovely home cooked food and is only 100yds away.

Outstanding bungalow, beautiful gardens and glorious hot tub. Very spacious home from home really cant fault anything about our stay here I could have easily moved in forever. Beds are super comfy and every room immaculate. Every window in the property is like looking at an amazing picture views landscape garden are just beautiful. Cant thank you enough for such a find of a holiday home

Had another great stay at pen y maes,what we love best is the cleanliness of the bungalow then following outside to the beautiful garden filled with birds and wildlife that we haven't seen in ages. Thank you Delyth

A beautiful bungalow in such a tranquil setting lovely safe garden for the dogs ... A beautiful bungalow in such a tranquil setting lovely safe garden for the dogs a minutes walk to the nearest pub what more could you wish for I would highly recommend this property

Jennifer

Hidden little gem. Spotlessly clean, great facilities and most importantly comfortable beds.

Christine

The property is very nice and in a super location but garden neglected. Grass not cut, lots of long thistles and weeds and bushes that look like they not been strimmed for ages and blocking view. The shower in en suite far too small. Anyone over 10 stone would struggle to get in. Also cottage listed for six people but only four seats in lounge.

Alison

Perfect cottage for our relaxing girly weekend There was plenty of room, lovely layout, plenty of towels, gorgeous hot tub, just everything we needed. Lovely pub at the end of the short lane too. Thank you Delyth x

Lorraine

Could not have asked for more the property is absolutely beautiful and so are the surroundings, if you are looking for a quiet relaxing time then this property is the one for you. Completely dog friendly the garden is secure and there is the bonus of the hot tub what more could you want

Carmen

Fantastic location, bedrooms perfect, 2 bathrooms great. Kitchen well set out with comfortable dining area. Living room spacious but sofa only suitable for 4 people, sofas not comfortable as you sink into them so I was unable to use as it affected my back and I couldn't get up. Kitchen needed oven baking tray and better knives as the knives weren't sharp. Bathroom shower tiles were mouldy and needed deep clean, as did windows around the property, probably due to condensation but hadn't been cleaned for a while especially the kitchen. Waste bin in kitchen was dirty inside although bin bag covers the dirt. A 10am checkout didn't justify the deep clean issues covid as didn't the 5pm checkin. 7 hours of cleaning didn't seem to represent the cleanliness of areas, especially as guests we had to strip bedding, etc. We would return as it is a beautiful place, lovely cake from the owner.

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Pen Y Maes, Builth Wells

About Pen Y Maes

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

Pen Y Maes Attractions & Days Out

Is Pen Y Maes Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Seven Stars

The Lamb Inn Builth Wells

Greyhound Hotel Builth Wells

Frequently Asked Questions

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Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Pen Y Maes Reviews