Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye offers accommodations in Brecon, 11 miles from Clifford Castle and 16 miles from Kinnersley Castle. With free private parking, the property is 25 miles from Elan Valley and 10 miles from Brecon Cathedral. Guests can enjoy garden views. At the homestay, each unit is fitted with a wardrobe. The rooms are equipped with a shared bathroom with a bath, while certain rooms here will provide you with mountain views. At the homestay, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the homestay can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Longtown Castle is 18 miles from Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye, while Hereford Cathedral is 29 miles away. The nearest airport is Cardiff Airport, 63 miles from the accommodation.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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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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  • 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

Area info

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

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

    Property practice

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

    House rules

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

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

    This property doesn't offer extra beds.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Payments by Booking.com

    Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, 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
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye

    • The prices at Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

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

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

    • Swn Y Gwy ~ The Sound of the Wye is 8.1 miles from the center 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 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.