# Riverside Barn, Crai, Brecon Beacons, Powys Large holiday cottages in the heart of the Brecon Beacons sleeping 15 for family gatherings and outdoor activity enthusiasts ## At a Glance - Sleeps 8 - 15 - 7 bedrooms - Dining for 15 ## Images - Total images stored: 36 - 1. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Happy-Horse-Cottages-Crai-Brecon-Powys-2023-08-18-15-12-56.jpeg - 2. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Happy-Horse-Cottages-outside-space.jpg (caption: Happy Horse Cottages - surrounded by stunning scenery; alt: Happy Horse Cottages - surrounded by stunning scenery) - 3. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/imported/64903605_2712528512151138_8506889234668322816_o.jpg (caption: Seating next to the river; alt: Seating next to the river) - 4. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Happy-Horse-Cottages-firepit.jpg (caption: Happy Horse Cottages - outside seating around the fire pit; alt: Happy Horse Cottages - outside seating around the fire pit) - 5. https://www.groupaccommodation.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Happy-Horse-Cottages-barns.jpg (caption: Happy Horse Cottages - from the outside; 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This beautifully restored barn has been thoughtfully converted to a very high standard, offering comfortable, character-filled self-catering accommodation across three individual cottages: Blue Brook, Red Ridge and Green Gallop, sleeping 2–15 guests in total. It’s an ideal setup for families, friends or groups who want to stay together while still enjoying their own space. When booked as a group, Blue Brook becomes the heart of the barn, featuring a large glazed dining area with a solid oak table seating up to 15 and an open-plan sitting room, perfect for shared meals, celebrations and relaxed evenings together. Outside, a gravelled riverside area with tables invites you to dine to the sound of the babbling River Crai. As night falls, gather around the fire pit and enjoy incredible stargazing — the property lies within a Dark Sky Wales area, recognised as one of the top places for stargazing in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Inside all cottages, original beams and stonework are complemented by oak floors and staircases, Welsh slate, and warm terracotta tiles with underfloor heating. Modern bathrooms feature powerful showers, with a romantic freestanding bath in Blue Brook. Handcrafted oak coffee tables and bespoke “Goldilocks” beds add unique character throughout. Each cottage is fully equipped with an induction hob, oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with small freezer, and access to a washing machine (in Red Ridge and Green Gallop). Quality bed linen is provided; towels are available for hire. Guests also enjoy WiFi, Sky Freeview TV, ample parking, BBQ facilities, a large paddock play area, and storage for bikes, canoes and surfboards. A cot, high chair and EV charger are available on request. Please note: the River Crai runs directly behind the barns, so the property is not suitable for unsupervised young children. Limited mobile signal adds to the peaceful escape, and a noise policy is in place to respect the tranquil setting. Non-smoking property. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on the lead at all times. They are not permitted on the sofas or beds. ## Facilities - **Dog Friendly:** Dogs are allowed but must be kept on the lead at all times. They are not permitted on the sofas or beds. There is a charge of £10/dog /night. - **WiFi:** Free WiFi available. - **Kitchen:** Open plan cooking island in all kitchens, electric induction hobs, electric ovens, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with small freezer, washing machine. - **Dining Room:** Blue Brook has a large glazed timber dinning area with an oak dining table seating 15. Red Ridge - seats 5. Green Gallop - seats 4. - **Sitting Room:** Blue Brook has large open plan sitting room with leather sofas, so that everyone can socialise together.In Green Gallop and Red Ridge are 2 more. - **TV and Music Facilities:** In all 3 units are LCD TVs with Sky Freeview & DVDs so kids can do their own thing. - **Games Room:** There is a games room in the hayloft with table tennis and table football. - **Heating and Open Fires:** Warm terracotta tiles with underfloor heating. - **Bedrooms:** 7 Bedrooms - 1X King-size double bedroom–1X double bedroom–3X Twin bedroom- 1X Bunk bedroom ( Full adult size)- 1X Triple bunk bedroom. - **Linen:** Quality linen provided beds made up on arrival. - **Bathrooms:** Blue Brook - Large bathroom with freestanding bath, washbasin & WC. Plus 3x Luxury Shower rooms with washbasin and WC. - **Children's Facilities:** The River Crai runs at the back of the barns, for this reason the properties are not suitable for young children unless strictly supervised. - **Outdoor:** Large outdoor area with Picnic tables seating 24 and BBQ. Large paddock play area. Welcome to walk along the river and around the farm. - **Swimming Pool:** River pools in summer (and winter if very brave). - **Parking:** Ample parking. - **Smoking:** No smoking inside cottages. ## Rental Rates ### Headline rates - From **£2600** per week - From **£1800** for a 3-night weekend - From **£1400** for a 2-night weekend ## Booking Information - Short Break; 2 nights £1400. 3 nights £1600. Weekly rate £ 2600. Sleeps 15 people. Change over day Friday - - May Bank Holiday-Xmas-New Year £2800 per week. Flexible cancellation policy – please ask. ## Availability Please contact the owner for availability dates. ## Enquiry - Enquiry link: https://www.groupaccommodation.com/properties/happy-horse-cottages-crai-brecon-powys#enquiry ## Location ### Location breadcrumb [Europe](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/europe) > [UK](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/uk) > [Wales](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/wales) > [South Wales Mid Wales Brecon Beacons](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/south-wales-mid-wales-brecon-beacons) > [Powys](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/powys) > [Sennybridge](https://www.groupaccommodation.com/locations/sennybridge) ### Address Address: Blaencrai, Crai, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8YR, GB Latitude: 51.892331688032 Longitude: -3.6280632019043 ### About The Area The Farm is located in the peacefull Crai valley 15 minutes from Brecon – 45 minutes from Swansea, in the Forrest Fawr area. ### What's Nearby? - **Location:** Sennybridge 3 miles Brecon (main town) 14 miles. - **Shop:** Petrol and Post Office in Sennybridge. Online shopping deliveries come from Tesco, Asda, Sainsburys and Waitrose. Please quote name Blaencrai Farm and LD3 8YR when ordering delivery - **Food and Drink:** Sennybridge has several pubs, 3 miles. Brecon wide choice of pubs and restaurants. - **Airport:** Cardiff 1Hr 15min. - **Train:** Abergavenny 45 minutes - Newport - London. - **Bus:** 3 miles from the farm connecting Brecon and Swansea. ## Owner Contact Details - Contact name: Nicky van Dijk - Phone: +44 (0)7917 010 325 - Email: happyhorsestay@gmail.com - Website: https://www.happyhorsecottages.com