The Arches at Baileys Barn

The Arches is a self contained Bed and Breakfast located in a peaceful elevated position, a scenic 5 minute walk to the village of Talybont-on-Usk, within the Brecon Beacons National Park.
It is a fabulous place to relax and simply enjoy the amazing surrounding scenery but it is also fantastically located for the more active visitor as there are numerous walking trails and mountain biking routes right on the doorstep.

The property is called 'The Arches' as the bedrooms are located under the arches in the lower ground floor of Baileys Barn. It is ideal for couples, families or small groups as it sleeps up to 6 people.
The Arches/Bedrooms are open plan to the living area which has 2 arched windows and 1 arched doorway opening onto a patio area which has magnificent views over the countryside. In the living area there is a leather reclining sofa, reclining chair and chaise longue. This area also contains a dining table and chairs, a small area for guests to prepare their breakfast that includes a fridge, microwave, table top grill, kettle and tea and coffee making facilities. There is a separate bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and shower, 2 sinks and a W.C.
Included is a TV with Freesat and Free WiFi

The Arches is part of Bailey's Barn but has its own entrance so guests have their own privacy and have their own key so can come and go as they like. The room has stone arches, oak beams and oak floor so it is homely and has plenty of character.
There is a spiral staircase leading to a landing area where there is a wealth of information on the Brecon Beacons National Park and surrounding areas including maps, local attraction and activity leaflets including mountain biking routes and walking information.

The Arches is not overlooked and has a great patio area with patio table and chairs. From its elevated position there is the opportunity to spot amazing wildlife such as Red Kites, Buzzards and Herons.
Outside a sunbed is also provided for relaxing and having a sneaky siesta plus there is a storage facility for bikes and a hosepipe for washing down bikes.

It is just a 5 minute walk away from the Brecon and Monmouth canal and the village of Talybont-On-Usk in the Brecon Beacons National Park. It is a short distance from the Taff Trail and Brinore Tram Road which are great walking and mountain bike routes and close to the Beacons Way and Usk Valley walks. It is situated within walking distance of the beautiful Talybont reservoir and just a short drive from Blaen y Glyn Waterfalls, the Neuadd reservoir, Pontsticill reservoir and the Brecon Mountain railway which are all within the Brecon Beacons National Park.
The river Usk which flows through Talybont is a great location for Canoeists and the river Wye is but a short drive away. The Brecon Beacons National Park has been granted international Dark Sky Reserve status, making it a magnificent location for star gazing.
The village of Talybont-On-Usk has 3 pubs (The White Hart, The Star & The Usk Inn), 1 restaurant (The Travellers Rest), plus Talybont Stores which is a shop, café and post office.
There are numerous farmers markets in local villages and towns nearby where you can buy excellent food produce, such as local cheeses.
The bustling town of Brecon is 5 miles away and Crickhowell and Abergavenny are just slightly further. Cardiff, Newport, Swansea and The Gower with it's fabulous beaches, are all only an hour's drive away.

The photo above shows our new additional double room with ensuite shower room also available at an extra £60/night. To rent this in addition to The Arches, please call us on 07875 453927.


Included in the price is a DIY breakfast which includes:
Cereals, fresh milk, yoghurts, fruit juice, bread for toasting, jam, marmalade, sausages and bacon from a local farm and fresh eggs from our own chickens.

One well behaved dog is welcome, but please bring your own dog bedding.


Credits: Thank you to the following photographers for supplying photographs for our website:
Visit Wales"© Crown copyright (2014) Visit Wales
Laurie Higgins Photography
and our good friend Jackie Mason

Amazing location, excellent for relaxing or being as active as you wish