Towy Lodge, Llandovery

Brecon Beacons. Sleeps up to 8

Llandovery and Heritage CentreLlandovery, an ancient market town has an unhurried charm where the first independent Welsh bank, The Black Ox, was established by a wealthy drover. Llandovery Heritage Centre offers an insight into the life of the drovers long ago as well as local legends, the railway and local history. There is a tourist information centre, the Heart of Wales Railway, a ruined Norman castle to explore, supermarkets, delicatessen and much more. LlandeiloA 20 minute drive away, this colourful picturesque busy country town climbs up the hillside from the River Towy. Meander around the twisted lanes or take a themed walk and discover all that Llandeilo has to offer. Lots of individual and independent shops sell a range of unusual gifts, home wares, bespoke furniture and local crafts. There are award winning local food suppliers, shops selling fashionable clothing, an extensive antique and garden centre and even an auction house! With a wide variety of places to eat and drink - The Cawdor Arms Hotel is the place to be seen over morning coffee and Sunday papers!Heavenly Exquisite Desserts, LlandeiloThe artisan made cakes and chocolates are an amazing sight and taste even better. No visit to the market town of Llandeilo is complete without a hand made chocolate treat, scrumptious cake or delicious ice-cream from this award wining chocolatier on Rhosmaen Street. Dinefwr Park and Castle, LlandeiloA visit to Dinefwr Park and Castle is a great day out for all the family. Re-live Edwardian life below stairs in Newton House and explore the romantic ruins of Dinefwr Castle, a home to the princes of Deheubarth. Then ramble through the restored parkland among ancient giant trees and restore your flagging energy levels with delicious home cooked delicacies at the tea rooms.Y Polyn, Capel DewiPopular for lunch where the portions are enormous and the prices very reasonable. Dinner is a real treat (booking essential) - do try the sour dough bread, they say that it rivals that of Paris - and keep a little room for dessert topped with their very own honey is heaven in a bowl. National Garden of WalesThe National Botanical Garden of Wales and Aberglasney (A Garden lost in Time) are within an easy drive as are the spectacular Llyn Brianne and Usk Reservoirs. Dolaucothi Gold Mine (NT)Dolaucothi Gold Mine in the village of Pumsaint was in use from Roman times to the 20th C. Take a fascinating tour of the underground workings, equipped with your miners lamp, you simply must try your hand at panning! Any gold you find is yours to take how to remind you of this special day. Newton House National Trust, Llandeilo and Historic White CattleThis is a beautiful manor house with romantic formal gardens dating back to 1660. There are innovative and changing exhibitions as well as a permanent presentation depicting the house during the period between 1940 and 1945 when it was used as a hospital. Handsome historic white cattle still graze the surrounding grass lands as they have done since medieval times. Llandeusant Red Kite Feeding Station - a must for bird lovers and a challenge for photographersOver 50 red kites and buzzards are fed daily giving a spectacular aerial display. Do make time to visit. You wont be disappointed by these magnificent birds of prey. Visit nearby Pembrokeshire for beaches and family attractions (1 hour drive)Folly Farm, Manor Wildlife Park, Heatherton Sports Park, Carew Karting, Bluestone Water Park and the Dinosaur Park are just a selection of quality family attractions to enjoy. Tenby and Saundersfoot are lovely seaside resorts with glorious unspoiled beaches and plenty of family friendly cafes and restaurants and entertainment.