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Self-cateringWelcome to Capel Cartref! Now that 'We're Good to Go' and have reopened the doors to our spacious 'home from home' holiday accommodation that welcomes dogs and children. Capel Cartref is situated on the border of Powys, and Brecon Beacon National Park.
Capel Cartref is a large space accommodates groups and large families that like to enjoy the wonders of both South Wales and Mid Wales. The former chapel (Originally called Capel Newydd,meaning New Chapel), turned holiday home is situated in the heart of the valley next to a wide meandering River Twrch.
The exterior offers the comfort of a veranda and balcony that overlooks the river, which plays host to a variety of wildlife . The river views provide the perfect setting for heron, brown trout, dippers and the occasional kingfisher and otter. The garden to the holiday home is enclosed, ensuring a safe space for children and dogs; the two wooden gates are original windows of Capel Newydd.
Entrance through the front double doors of our holiday accommodation leads you to the ground floor which is all on one flat level offering, 2 double bedrooms, a large kitchen/diner, a lovely spacious lounge with vaulted ceiling, a wet room and a store room. The lounge has satellite TV and Blu Ray DVD Player, Amazon Fire Stick plus lots of room, spacious enough for large groups
Capel Cartref (formerly Capel Newydd) has been renovated to a 5 Bedroom house of high standard. It is currently graded as 4 star holiday let with www.visitwales.com and has 145 Reviews with www.tripadvisor.com, most of which are 5 star and some 4 star. Advertising on AirB&B has brought us 35 5 Star Reviews and 1 4 Star Review.
The 1st floor is accessed via a staircase which leads to a gallery landing - a place to sit in peace. The 1st floor also includes 1 double bedroom, 1 twin room, 1 main bathroom, 1 main bedroom with king size bed and en-suite shower room, one private balcony (leading off main bedroom) which overlooks River Twrch.
Within the surrounding area are beautiful scenic walks that can be accessed without a car. The Brecon Beacons National Park is just 1 mile from Capel Cartref. Crossing the river and heading up the steps eventually leads you to farm land with accessible roads that lead to a beautiful forest, offering scenic views of the valley.
There is WIFI at the chapel and leaflets available with local places to visit and there are places to eat and drink within a short 15 minute drive, or if you prefer to eat locally, there is The Crown Inn which is situated approximately 500 yards from Capel Cartref.
Dog friendly beaches are just a 40 minute drive away. The Gower, Swansea Bay is home to spectacular beaches and cliff top views:
Three Cliffs Bay (Post Code SA3 2HD) (OS Grid SS536879) and Rhossili (Post Code SA3 1PP) - both at The Gower... however, access to them is tricky for anybody with mobility issues but the views from the top are gorgeous!
For food at the Rhossili, The Worm’s Head Hotel, Rhossili, Gower, Swansea SA3 1PP (Tel 01792 390512) (email info@thewormshead.co.uk) NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE
Langland Beach, Mumbles is only dog friendly from September - May. Postcode is SA3 4QP. OS Grid SS607872
The Mumbles (also part of The Gower), comprises of a long promenade aligned with shops and cafes. The beach is part sand and pebble. There is a pier which is open all year round with an arcade, a small bowling alley and shops. The RNLI operate from the Mumbles and have for over 175 years.
The Mermaid Cafe Bar & Restaurant - 686 Mumbles Road | Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4EE Tel. +44 1792 367744
BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK
The National park Visitor Centre, Libanus, Brecon LD3 8ER The National Park Visitor Centre is approx 25 minute drive from Capel Cartref
At the foothills of the Brecon Beacons, are the waterfalls of four or five rivers: the Afon Hepste, Nedd Fechan, Afon Pyrddin, Afon Mellte and Afon Sychryd. Due to the diverse number of waterfalls in the Valley of Neath, it has been nicknamed 'Waterfall Country'. Details of two splendorous walks are Henrhyd and Ponyneddfechan:
Henrhyd Falls - Signposted from the A4067 and A4221 by brown tourist signs. The car park is located just outside Coelbren on the minor road to Pen y Cae.
This is not accessible for people with mobility restrictions.
Ponyneddfechan - Is a more accessible walk along the river that has small water falls along it's way. The Angel Pub is right next to it and sells local ales and provides good food. Post code - SA11 5NR (You will feel like you're being taken down a dirt track before you arrive - this is the right way).
Dan yr Ogof, located at the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, is a long cave system in south Wales,about north of Ystradgynlais and southwest of Brecon, in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Dan-yr-Ogof Abercrave, Abercrave, Brecon SA9 1GJ Tel No. 01639 730801 (Open from April to October)Heol TwrchLower CwmtwrchSwanseaSA9 2TEUnited Kingdom51.778839030000-3.791394020000http://www.staysuniqueholidays.co.uk
Self-cateringWelcome to Capel Cartref! Now that 'We're Good to Go' and have reopened the doors to our spacious 'home from home' holiday accommodation that welcomes dogs and children. Capel Cartref is situated on the border of Powys, and Brecon Beacon National Park. Capel Cartref is a large space accommodates groups and large families that like to enjoy the wonders of both South Wales and Mid Wales. The former chapel (Originally called Capel Newydd,meaning New Chapel), turned holiday home is situated in the heart of the valley next to a wide meandering River Twrch.
The exterior offers the comfort of a veranda and balcony that overlooks the river, which plays host to a variety of wildlife . The river views provide the perfect setting for heron, brown trout, dippers and the occasional kingfisher and otter. The garden to the holiday home is enclosed, ensuring a safe space for children and dogs; the two wooden gates are original windows of Capel Newydd.
Entrance through the front double doors of our holiday accommodation leads you to the ground floor which is all on one flat level offering, 2 double bedrooms, a large kitchen/diner, a lovely spacious lounge with vaulted ceiling, a wet room and a store room. The lounge has satellite TV and Blu Ray DVD Player, Amazon Fire Stick plus lots of room, spacious enough for large groups
Capel Cartref (formerly Capel Newydd) has been renovated to a 5 Bedroom house of high standard. It is currently graded as 4 star holiday let with www.visitwales.com and has 145 Reviews with www.tripadvisor.com, most of which are 5 star and some 4 star. Advertising on AirB&B has brought us 35 5 Star Reviews and 1 4 Star Review.
The 1st floor is accessed via a staircase which leads to a gallery landing - a place to sit in peace. The 1st floor also includes 1 double bedroom, 1 twin room, 1 main bathroom, 1 main bedroom with king size bed and en-suite shower room, one private balcony (leading off main bedroom) which overlooks River Twrch.
Within the surrounding area are beautiful scenic walks that can be accessed without a car. The Brecon Beacons National Park is just 1 mile from Capel Cartref. Crossing the river and heading up the steps eventually leads you to farm land with accessible roads that lead to a beautiful forest, offering scenic views of the valley.
There is WIFI at the chapel and leaflets available with local places to visit and there are places to eat and drink within a short 15 minute drive, or if you prefer to eat locally, there is The Crown Inn which is situated approximately 500 yards from Capel Cartref.
Dog friendly beaches are just a 40 minute drive away. The Gower, Swansea Bay is home to spectacular beaches and cliff top views:
Three Cliffs Bay (Post Code SA3 2HD) (OS Grid SS536879) and Rhossili (Post Code SA3 1PP) - both at The Gower... however, access to them is tricky for anybody with mobility issues but the views from the top are gorgeous!
For food at the Rhossili, The Worm’s Head Hotel, Rhossili, Gower, Swansea SA3 1PP (Tel 01792 390512) (email info@thewormshead.co.uk) NO DOGS ALLOWED INSIDE
Langland Beach, Mumbles is only dog friendly from September - May. Postcode is SA3 4QP. OS Grid SS607872
The Mumbles (also part of The Gower), comprises of a long promenade aligned with shops and cafes. The beach is part sand and pebble. There is a pier which is open all year round with an arcade, a small bowling alley and shops. The RNLI operate from the Mumbles and have for over 175 years.
The Mermaid Cafe Bar & Restaurant - 686 Mumbles Road | Mumbles, Swansea SA3 4EE Tel. +44 1792 367744
BRECON BEACONS NATIONAL PARK
The National park Visitor Centre, Libanus, Brecon LD3 8ER The National Park Visitor Centre is approx 25 minute drive from Capel Cartref
At the foothills of the Brecon Beacons, are the waterfalls of four or five rivers: the Afon Hepste, Nedd Fechan, Afon Pyrddin, Afon Mellte and Afon Sychryd. Due to the diverse number of waterfalls in the Valley of Neath, it has been nicknamed 'Waterfall Country'. Details of two splendorous walks are Henrhyd and Ponyneddfechan:
Henrhyd Falls - Signposted from the A4067 and A4221 by brown tourist signs. The car park is located just outside Coelbren on the minor road to Pen y Cae.
This is not accessible for people with mobility restrictions.
Ponyneddfechan - Is a more accessible walk along the river that has small water falls along it's way. The Angel Pub is right next to it and sells local ales and provides good food. Post code - SA11 5NR (You will feel like you're being taken down a dirt track before you arrive - this is the right way).
Dan yr Ogof, located at the National Showcaves Centre for Wales, is a long cave system in south Wales,about north of Ystradgynlais and southwest of Brecon, in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Dan-yr-Ogof Abercrave, Abercrave, Brecon SA9 1GJ Tel No. 01639 730801 (Open from April to October)Heol TwrchLower CwmtwrchSwanseaSA9 2TEUnited Kingdom51.778839030000-3.791394020000http://www.staysuniqueholidays.co.uk