Set in Brecon, within 40 km of Elan Valley and 16 km of Brecon Cathedral, Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye features accommodation with a garden as well as free private parking for guests who drive. The property features garden views and is 18 km from Clifford Castle and 25 km from Kinnersley Castle. The units in the homestay are equipped with a kettle. The homestay offers certain units that feature mountain views, and the units are equipped with a shared bathroom and a wardrobe. At the homestay, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at the homestay will be able to enjoy activities in and around Brecon, like cycling and hiking. Longtown Castle is 30 km from Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye, while Hereford Cathedral is 46 km away. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 101 km from the accommodation.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.3
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Chris
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The breakfast was spot on. I was offered a cooked breakfast but preferred a lighter one (cereals and toast) which was provided.
  • Paul
    Belgium Belgium
    Exceptionally, we stayed at the house while the hosts were away on holiday, so we made our own breakfast (no problem!). They were very trusting, and we had full use of the house. As accommodation is so hard to find in Hay Festival weeks, we were...
  • Yurena
    Spain Spain
    Rob and his wife were so nice and very friendly, I and my friend had a very good time on the property, it was clean, quiet and comfortable 😊 we recommend it 100%

Hosted by Rob Rees

9.3
9.3
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Rob Rees
Swnygwy - the Sound of the Wye is a 1980s built detached family home. Only one bedroom is available for guests. The house lies 200 metres from the beautiful River Wye.
Rob is a retired teacher who runs guided tours and walks throughout the Brecon Beacons, Mid Wales and Herefordshire.
Boughrood is a lovely riverside village that lies close to the market towns of Hay-on-Wye, Brecon and Builth Wells. The Wye Valley Walk and National Cycle Way 8 pass through the village.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shared bathroom
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Activities
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    General
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    Property practice

    This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

    House rules

    Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 16:00 to 21:00

    Check-out

    From 07:00 to 10:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    There is no capacity for cots at this property.

    There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye

    • Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye is 8.1 miles from the centre of Brecon. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

    • The prices at Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking
      • Canoeing
      • Horse riding
      • Walking tours
      • Bike tours