Finch Cottage is open for bookings and we look forward to welcoming you to this beautiful part of Wales, nestled at the foot of the Black Mountains and in the Brecon Beacons National Park. We are offering a 10% discount on bookings in January and February so do get in touch if you are looking for a New Year getaway.
Finch Cottage in an ideal place to stay for a walking holiday. Nestled within the small hamlet of Talyllyn this romantic cottage sits close to Llangorse Lake and between the Black Mountains and the Brecon Beacons. It is within easy reach of the cafes and independent shops of Crickhowell and Talgarth, as well as the amenities of Brecon and the bookshops of Hay on Wye.
The cottage sits within the Brecon Beacons National Park and there are accessible walks straight from the cottage door, which can take you around the Lake and on to the hills. A popular area for road and mountain biking, there are a number of routes that run close to the cottage. There are plenty of easier walks too that can take in the local pub in Llanfihangel Talyllyn, or the wonderful fresh produce and baking at the Kitchen Garden at Ty Mawr, by the lake.
The cottage is the former cart house for our own home, Dolycoed and we will be on hand to welcome you. Then you’ll be left to enjoy the privacy and comfort of the cottage for the rest of your stay. The cottage has a simple layout, with a cosy but contemporary feel, and you will soon feel at home with the wood burner and spacious bedroom that takes up the full length of the top floor.
Mountain Biking – there are numerous routes directly from the cottage and there is secure storage for two bikes.
Walking and Pony Trekking – the cottage offers easy access to many walks in both the Brecon Beacons and the Black Mountains. There are plenty of maps available in the cottage to use. Llangorse Trekking Centre and Black Mountain Riders are nearby if you want to explore the spectacular views on horseback.
Towns and Villages – only 10 minutes from Brecon, 20 minutes from Crickhowell and 25 minutes from the book capital Hay on Wye, there are plenty of local shops to explore close by. Cardiff is only an hour away.
Local Food and Drink – The Venison Centre at Bwlch is 5 minutes from the cottage and The Talgarth Mill and Bakery, with its bread made from freshly milled flour, is 10 minutes away. You will also find George the Butcher and the Deli Pot, where you can buy local honey, cheese and meats. There is also a lovely café at the mill, or you can spend a delightful afternoon in The Kitchen Garden at Ty-Mawr, just two minutes from us on the shore of Llangorse Lake.
Eating Out – we are spoilt for delightful places to eat. One of the best pubs in Wales, The Felinfach Griffin , is just 10 minutes from the door or if you are looking for a dog friendly place to eat, the Three Horseshoes in Grosefford is perfect. In the summer, Nonna Caterina’s pop up Italian café is the place to eat at Ty Mawr Kitchen Garden.
