Sitting in the Black Mountains in the Olchon Valley, this gorgeous 17th-century cottage is the perfect place to soak up beautiful country views with your loved ones. Sleeping six people over four bedrooms and welcoming two canine companions, it’s the ideal remote, rural hideaway for families or groups of friends who want to spend their days hiking Offa’s Dyke Path or exploring Hay-on-Wye, and their evenings stargazing or warming their toes by the cottage’s glowing wood burner. Step inside and you’ll find a quaint porch where you can take a seat on one of the stone shelves and remove your boots. This is a great place to store your outdoor gear. Head through to the bespoke farmhouse-style kitchen and whip up some dinner for your loved ones. Enjoy your meal at the kitchen table, or make your way to the lounge/diner (there is a change of level with some small steps) and gather everyone around the table to eat. Alternatively, head out to the south-facing garden, fire up the BBQ and treat yourself to an al fresco dinner while you enjoy the views. After dinner, crack open a bottle of wine and wait for the stars to come out, or head back to the lounge/diner to catch up on your favourite TV shows by the wood burner. A selection of books and games provides perfect holiday entertainment. When the day is done, climb the steep cottage stairs and you’ll find four lovely bedrooms to choose from. Spend a wonderful afternoon at Longtown Castle (3.5 miles), which dates back to the mid-12th century. Or head out for a hike up Black Hill (6 miles). A circular 5-mile walking route begins in the car park at Black Hill and takes in amazing views of the Olchon Valley. Alternatively, head to Ty Gwynn Cider (10 miles) for a tasting. House Rules Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking - 4 bedrooms – 1 super king zip and link which can be made up as two twin beds on request, 1 king with 1 twin via the king, 1 single room - 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with bath and WC, 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine - Wood burner (logs included) - Smart TV in lounge - Dogs are not permitted upstairs - Enclosed garden with garden furniture and BBQ - Ample off-road parking - Pub and community shop 3.5 miles (narrow lane) - Sleeps 6 + 1 small child - Towels are not provided - Travel Cot and Highchair must be requested at time of booking if required - Due to remoteness of property during the winter months when conditions are icy/snowing, a 4 wheel drive may be required by guests as the road won't be gritted - The property has several steps leading up or down into various rooms on the ground floor Host Terms & Conditions The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.