Picture a holiday on a Welsh farm with huge open spaces all around where you can enjoy long walks with your dogs. This quirky converted henhouse in the Brecon Beacons is the perfect location for your rural getaway. With space for up to six adults and two of your loyal companions, this holiday home is just right for a large family or a group of friends. The house backs onto the adjoining property and fields, footpaths and ponds, providing plenty of frolicking opportunities for the furry members of your party so dogs need to get along with other dogs and humans For humans, there’s a Michelin-starred restaurant and a charming old pub within strolling distance as well as spectacular views all around.
The inside is open-plan, with plenty of room for humans and dogs to relax together. Renovated in 2017, it has a clean, modern feel to it, with all the facilities you need for cooking up feasts and watching TV. After a long day in the Welsh fresh air, relax playing games or planning tomorrow’s activities. Underfloor heating makes it feel extra cosy – and provides a special treat for comfort-loving pooches. The large gardens include enclosed sections for keeping Buddy close and safe if he’s feeling a bit energetic, and there’s a patio area for outdoor meals on sunnier days.
The house is 4.5 miles from Abergavenny, a charming town with a good mix of shops, pubs and restaurants to explore. To get right into nature, take a kayak trip on the Usk or the Wye with your four-pawed passenger. Or head off on a long, invigorating walk into the picturesque Brecon Beacons – don’t forget to take Buddy’s water bowl to keep him well hydrated en route. To head back in time, visit galleries and museums at the historic Grosmont, White or Skenfrith Castles, where dogs on leads are welcome.