GATEHOUSE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Painscastle

Builth Wells, Mid Wales

$435 avg/night

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This delightful detached cottage is located in the village of Painscastle and can sleep six people in four bedrooms.

Gatehouse is a detached cottage in the village of Painscastle just four miles from Hay-on-Wye. The cottage sleeps six people and has one king-size double bedroom, one double and two single together with family bathroom and ground floor shower room. Also in the cottage are a kitchen with breakfast area, dining area with seating and snug area with woodburner. There is alsoa second sitting room with woodburner. Outside is off road parking for four cars and an enclosed garden with patio, hot tub, furniture and BBQ. Situated only three miles from the England/Wales border, Gatehouse is a lovely family cottage and ideal to explore this lovely part of the country.

Amenities: Oil central heating with woodburners. Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, and DVD. WIFI can be intermittent Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburners inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Off road parking for 4 cars. Front gravelled garden. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, furniture and BBQ. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Extra dogs, a charge of £20/dog applies. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 4.5 miles, pub 2 mins walk. Please note check in time for this property is 4pm and check out 10am due to hot tub change over.

Region: Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.

Town: The pretty village of Painscastle lies just five and a half miles from the famous town of Hay-on-Wye, and takes its name from its ancient fortress, where today only large earthworks remain. Standing only three miles from the England/Wales border, the village boasts a charming real ale inn serving good food, and is surrounded by scenic countryside.

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Features

PETS

Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
SAFETY

Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
BEDROOM

4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
GENERAL

Unit Size: 1561 Sq Ft (145 Sq M)
KITCHEN

Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Freezer Microwave Oven Refrigerator
LAUNDRY

Laundry Facilities Washing Machine
PARKING

Limited Onsite Parking (max 4 Spaces) Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Includes Off-street Options
INTERNET

WiFi Available
OUTDOORS

Barbecue Grill Furnished Patio Garden
POOL/SPA

Hot Tub
BATHROOMS

2 Bathrooms Shower/tub Combination
LANGS SPOKEN

English
ENTERTAINMENT

DVD Player TV
LIVING SPACES

Fireplace
CLIMATE CONTROL

Heating
FAMILY FRIENDLY

Travel Crib
SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

Smoke-free Property

Check-in : 03:00 PM Check-out : 10:00 AM

No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed

Max occupancy : 6

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Review

Jenny Y.
Submitted Mar 21, 2026

Stayed Mar 13, 2026

An idyllic rural cottage retreat. Perfect location for peace and quiet with hill walks from the door. Beautiful drives through country lanes and the hills to Llandrindod Wells and Hay on Wye. We managed with our little Corsa, just need to get familiar with your gear changes! We have two very small dogs and they were secure in the garden, no escape routes. The pub opposite is open seasonally, we visited for a lovely Sunday roast dinner, but it was closed on the Wednesday, we visited in mid-March and were advised it officially opened in two weeks. Would advise ringing to check ahead of time. There were plenty of other options in nearby Llandrindod and Hay. Wendy was lovely and welcoming, on hand if you needed anything and very quickly responding to texts, but gave complete privacy for our holiday. The house is a lovely character property and we particularly enjoyed the sun room with views of the garden, the open plan kitchen space and the separate cosy lounge with log burner. Would recommend!
Submitted Mar 30, 2025

Stayed Mar 28, 2025

Really nice cottage, very tastefully decorated and comfortable beds, well equipped, lovely host and beautiful area, will definitely stay again.
Harry W.
Submitted Jan 13, 2022

Stayed Dec 29, 2021

We stayed at The Gatehouse for a few nights over New Years and had an excellent time. The cottage is absolutely beautiful and the owner, Wendy, was very helpful throughout our stay. Happily recommend.