Guests say
Penshenkin Barn receives glowing praise for its stunning rural location, beautiful views, and spacious, well-equipped interiors. Guests consistently highlight the peaceful setting, luxurious hot tub, and high standard of cleanliness. The property is ideal for groups, with all bedrooms en-suite and plenty of thoughtful touches throughout. Owners are described as welcoming and responsive. Minor issues such as occasional flies, creaky floors, and rare maintenance concerns are mentioned but do not detract from overwhelmingly positive experiences. The barn is highly recommended for a relaxing countryside retreat.
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with multiple guests describing the property as spotless, immaculate, and very well maintained. Only one or two minor mentions of issues, such as flies (attributed to the countryside location), were noted, but these did not reflect on the cleaning standards.
The location is universally celebrated for its breathtaking views, tranquillity, and proximity to nature. Guests love the rural setting, wildlife, and easy access to local attractions and walks. The only minor note is that finding the property can be tricky at night, but this does not detract from the overall appeal.
Guests consistently mention the comfort of the barn, highlighting spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and ample living space. The peaceful atmosphere and underfloor heating are appreciated. A few guests noted upstairs heating issues during one stay, but this appears to be an isolated incident.
Facilities are highly rated, with guests enjoying the hot tub, en-suite bedrooms, well-equipped kitchen, fire pit, and thoughtful extras like hairdryers and pool towels. Occasional maintenance issues (e.g., showers, heating, flies) are mentioned but are rare and generally resolved quickly by the owners.
Many guests comment on the owners' helpfulness, responsiveness, and attention to detail, including recommendations and a welcome pack. While some mention thoughtful touches and gifts, such as a welcome pack, please note these are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Set in a rural aspect, this detached barn conversion offers guests luxurious and comfortable accommodation with beautiful views and a private hot tub.. 3 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Area, Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Smart TV
Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV
Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating (underfloor on ground floor), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack. . Garden with garden furniture. Hot tub for 7 (private). Private parking for 3 cars. Wheelchair access. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply from a borehole.. Set in a rural spot, this fantastic detached barn conversion gives guests a spacious and luxurious place to stay, with a private hot tub to the front of the property enjoying the stunning surrounding scenery. It is a stones throw away from Water-Break-Its-Neck, a spectacular waterfall with many walking trails around to enjoy the beautiful trees and woodland. It has good links to both the town of Hay-on-Wye, which has a literary festival in May, and also Llanelwedd, famous for the Royal Welsh Agricultural show in July. Nearby there are walks aplenty for the more active, and many open gardens to explore including Hergest Croft Gardens in nearby Kington. There is also the small breeds animal park situated just outside Kington which younger visitors will be able to enjoy all year round. This well-placed property is perfect for exploring all that mid-Wales has to offer being set on the England/Wales border, with the beautiful Offa’s Dyke walking trail which is 177 miles long situated close by. Just 22 miles away is the Elan Valley, a chain of dams and reservoirs set against a backdrop one of the country’s most picturesque beauty spots. Built over 100 years ago, it still supplies clean water to Birmingham.
Penshenkin Barn is just 8 miles from the popular town of Kington, which has a great mixture of cafés, restaurants and local shops for guests to enjoy. There is also a golf course which is one of the highest in England and Wales, with views over the Brecon Beacons. In nearby Presteigne, The Judge’s Lodging Museum provides an interesting day out where guests can take a tour. After a busy day exploring all that this area has to offer, there is space to sit and enjoy the views either from the private hot tub or from the garden seating.
Free WiFi
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
Nearby points of interest
- Hergest Ridge
- Hergest Croft Gardens
- Llandrindod Wells Lake Park
- Motte at Builth Castle
- Kington Museum
- The National Cycle Museum
- Llandrindod Wells Heritage Trail
- Wyeside Arts Centre
- Hay Festival
- Rhayader Museum and Gallery
Reviews (37)
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Deepsk Chauhan
Fantastic host, cottage was spotless couldn’t fault it, will definitely stay there again.
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Bethany Tomlinson
A real home from home equipped with everything you would ever need in a beautiful part of the country would definitely return .
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful place to stay. Lovely views and very spacious comfy barn. We were lucky with the weather and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Lots to see and do nearby - and such scenic drives! Recommend Elan Valley, even though the recent drought meant water wasn't flowing over the dams. We had a few issues during our stay and the owners were pretty responsive. The living space is amazing - huge dining table, comfy sofas, high ceilings. Bedrooms were great, especially those upstairs. Such a luxury to have en suites for every bedroom. Appreciated the generous welcome pack too.