The Castle, The Black Mountains, Wales

The Castle (aka Castle Farm) is an absolutely idyllic retreat, high up in the Llanthony Valley, Castle Farm sits in the heart of the Black Mountains in South Wales. The house is in a truly stunning and private location, providing outstanding views and hugely comfortable accommodation.

Direct access to the Brecon Beacons National Park is available from just behind the house. There is a mountain spring water hot tub' available (as an extra) and it also has its own stretch of river for paddling.

Absolutely idyllic, high up in the Llanthony Valley, Castle Farm sits in the heart of the Black Mountains in South Wales. It's a spacious self-catering family holiday home and cottage in an absolutely stunning and private location. Whether it is a weekend in the country or to simply escape to a wilderness away from the city, this is the perfect venue.

The 40-acre farm stands in an exceptionally private location, with direct access to the Brecon Beacons National Park behind the house, its own stretch of river for paddling in, nature walks and acres of woods.

The house consists of a lovely old farmhouse sleeping up to 14. There is also a separate cottage available for up to 12 more. The large farmhouse is available on an exclusive basis, by the week, weekend or mid week break.

This is a fabulous place for lovers of the great outdoors, with superb hill walking outside the door. There's also a riding outfit nearby for anyone who wants to go trekking. Foodies will be in heaven, pottering around the famous market at Abergavenny and trying restaurants such as The Walnut Tree and The Hardwick. For the more literary, Hay-on-Wye is seven miles away.

Castle Farm is self-catering, but catering can easily be arranged. The dining room in the farmhouse can seat up to 28 on two tables. The light and airy kitchen has a breakfast table to seat up to 10 and is well equipped to cater for large groups. There is an Aga plus an electric oven and a counter top hob, two huge fridge freezers and two dishwashers.

Recent visitors have said: "Its was like waking up in Narnia", "Castle Farm was fantastic!! What a fabulous place!", "We all had an absolutely brilliant weekend, the weather was incredible and the views from the property were no less so!", "The location is just perfect", "It really felt like a home from home", "...a beautiful setting... very peaceful and just what was required!", "What a beautiful home you have there. None of us wanted to leave"