Guests say
Maes Merlin is a beautifully converted barn in a tranquil, rural setting, praised for its immaculate cleanliness, stylish décor, and well-equipped facilities. Guests consistently highlight the peaceful atmosphere, comfortable beds, and spacious layout, making it ideal for families and groups seeking relaxation. The hot tub and thoughtful touches, such as welcome baskets, are frequently mentioned. While the remote location offers stunning views and serenity, it does mean shops and amenities are a drive away, so planning ahead is advised. Overall, guests highly recommend this property for a restful countryside escape.
Cleanliness is repeatedly praised, with guests describing the property as immaculate, spotless, and exceptionally well-maintained. No significant negative comments were noted regarding cleanliness.
The rural, peaceful location is a major highlight for most guests, offering beautiful views and tranquillity. Some mention the remoteness and distance from shops as a minor inconvenience, but this is generally seen as a positive for those seeking a quiet retreat.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, cosy furnishings, and a relaxing atmosphere. The property is described as spacious and homely, with only minor suggestions such as skylight blinds for one bedroom.
Facilities are highly rated, with a well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, utility room, and thoughtful extras like board games and garden toys. Minor suggestions include more lounge chairs outside and clearer heating instructions, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome baskets, extra blankets, and amenities for children. Please note that gifts like welcome baskets are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Maes Merlin, with its private hot tub, is perfectly located for exploring the countryside of the Brecon Beacons National Park with its abundance of activites..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 50" Smart TV, DVD Player, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bathroom: Slipper Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Biomass underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Welcome pack. External utility room with fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer.. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and BBQ. 100-acre grounds (shared with family farm next door). Hot tub for 6 (private). Bike store. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced river within farm grounds, 100 yards away. Please note: The charging of electric vehicles is prohibited at this property.. This fabulous barn has been restored to a very high standard with a contemporary feel. Nestled at the foothills of the prominent Black Mountain Range of the Brecon Beacons National Park and the magical glacial lake of Llyn y Fan Fach, which makes for a great walk. If it’s wildlife you are looking for then head over to the the Red Kite feeding station and watch the magnificent kites and buzzards. If you are seeking an adrenaline rush then bring along your mountain bikes and explore the mountains on two wheels, or head over to the Usk Reservoir and take in the breathtaking views. Other nearby attractions include the spectacular Carreg Cennen Castle, Newton House at Dinefwr Park Estate where Fallow Deer roam and the Botanical Gardens of Wales. The ancient market towns of Llandeilo and Llandovery offer lovely cafés, restaurant and many boutique shops. After a day of adventure, enjoy the barns own private hot tub where you can relax and stargaze. Shop, pub and restaurant 4 miles.
Free WiFi
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (23)
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Confirmed Guest
We’ve just returned from a 7‑night stay in early March and overall, we genuinely enjoyed our time here. I would recommend the property, though there are a few points worth mentioning for future guests and the owners.The barn conversion is in a beautiful, very remote location—peaceful, surrounded by farmland, and wonderfully quiet. Do be mindful of weather conditions when travelling, as access is via narrow, hilly, winding country roads.On arrival, the property felt warm, inviting, and clean, with everything prepared as expected. As we knew we were some distance from a supermarket, we brought food for the week. However, I did notice a supermarket delivery to the owners’ property during our stay, so arranging one locally may be possible if preferred.There is an under‑counter fridge in the main property and an additional one in the separate utility building, which provides good overall space for chilled items. The freezer is also located in the utility, so grabbing frozen items or ice does mean stepping outside each time—not a major issue, but slightly inconvenient in heavy rain. A small icebox or countertop freezer inside would be a helpful addition.Heating is provided via underfloor heating downstairs and radiators upstairs. There are quite a few control dials around the property, and apart from two that were labelled, we couldn’t work out which controlled what when the temperature became too warm. Clearer instructions or labelling would be beneficial. The underfloor heating also tends to warm the lower kitchen cupboards, so be mindful of where you store food.The kitchen is adequately equipped with plenty of crockery, a good dishwasher (with some tablets provided) oven, and microwave. We enjoy cooking when we’re away, so often bring extra utensils/ equipment, but you could easily manage with what’s provided.The lounge is comfortable, with seating for six and a large smart TV. Internet access is available throughout. 4g/ 5g Phone signal can be a little temperamental depending on where you stand. At the time we stayed we found that the lounge patio door and the downstairs bedroom patio door wouldn’t open—possibly due to weather/ warped frames—so access to the hot tub was only via the front door. Both lounge doors were also noticeably draughty, especially during the high winds we experienced. I’ve made the owner aware of these issues.The beds were comfortable with good-quality bedding, and towels were provided for both the bathroom and hot tub. A washing machine and dryer are available in the utility, which is useful for longer stays, and a few washing pods were provided. Despite these few personal niggles (I admit I am a fussy guest), we genuinely enjoyed our stay and hope to return at some point. In the meantime we will be recommending it to friends who love the countryside, as there’s lots of walks and areas to explore
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Dave Collins
All perfect and just as advertised. Hosts were very accessible and accommodating. Note - we have marked excellent for 'local amenities' - the property is on a remote farm away from local amenities - which is what we were looking for!
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Charnelle
We booked a girls weekend for my birthday and loved every minute of it. Rural location which we loved, beautiful barn, toasty with underfloor heating. There was a welcome basket with tea, coffee, biscuits, milk and prosecco, so lovely. The hot tub was the icing on the cake. Highly recommend.