Feet above the valley · Cambrian Mountains · Mid Wales

Three properties.
One extraordinary place.

A 16th-century farmhouse, a converted granary barn, and a lovingly restored 1900s tram - set on a five-and-a-half acre organic smallholding with 35-mile views over the Trannon and Severn valleys.

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The Accommodation

Three very different stays.

Each property sits within the same farmyard - you can book one, two, or all three together for larger groups. All have private gardens, spectacular valley views, and everything you need for a comfortable, off-grid-feeling break.

The Farmhouse — 16th century Welsh farmhouse at Goetre
Sleeps 13
I

The Farmhouse

16th Century · 4 Bedrooms · 2 Bathrooms

A genuine 500-year-old Welsh farmhouse - full of inglenook fireplaces, original oak beams, and thick stone walls built to outlast Welsh winters. It has a large conservatory kitchen with views straight down the valley, a pool table, a private back garden, and direct access to mature ancient woodland. The house was named Goetre - 'the house of wood' - after the oak forest that once surrounded it. Evidence of the original 16th-century cruck structure can still be seen in the interior timber framing.

Inglenook Fireplace Conservatory Kitchen Pool Table Private Garden Valley Views Oak Beams 2 Kitchens Woodland Access

From £POA per night · Contact Bez for pricing

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The Granary — converted barn at Goetre with valley views
Sleeps 6
II

The Granary

Barn Conversion · 3 Bedrooms · 1 Bathroom

A beautifully converted cart shed and granary barn - the lower floor was once for storing carts, the upper for grain. Now it's an open-plan kitchen and sitting room full of beams, character and a glowing wood burner, with a terrace that faces directly down the 35-mile view. Cosy, quirky and surprisingly well-equipped. The Granary feels like your own private Welsh hillside retreat - there's a lovely walk up Bryn y Fan directly from the door, and Llyn Clywedog is just two miles away.

Wood Burner Open Plan Kitchen Terrace Valley Views Character Beams BBQ Washer/Dryer Nature Trails

From £POA per night · Contact Bez for pricing

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The Tram — restored 1900s Wallasey tram at Goetre
Sleeps 2
III

The Tram

c.1900 Historic Tram · 1 Bedroom · Private Bathroom

Built by the Wallasey Tram Company around 1900, this is the lower 'First Class' deck of what was once a double-decker. You can still see the original carved, fretted and filigree woodwork, the quarter-light windows (many of which still open), and the remarkable attention to detail that Edwardian craftsmen gave even to public transport. Inside: a glass-fronted wood burner, a double bed, silk curtains, and all you need. Outside: a wraparound veranda with a table, chairs, and a view of the Welsh mountains that stretches forever. A private bathroom with electric shower sits ten feet behind.

Glass Woodburner Original Features Wraparound Veranda Outdoor Kitchen Mountain Views Private Bathroom From £95/night 1 Night Minimum

From £95 per night · 2 guests · 1 night minimum

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Where You Are

1,100 feet up.
40 miles of view.

Goetre sits on the eastern escarpment of the Cambrian Mountains in upland Montgomeryshire - exactly halfway between Snowdonia and the Brecon Beacons, making it one of the best bases in all of Wales for exploring north, mid, and south.

The property sits at 1,100 feet on Bryn y Fan, with panoramic views east and south down the Trannon valley into the Severn valley - on a clear day you can see 35 to 40 miles. The sunrises are spectacular.

On the five-and-a-half acre smallholding you'll find 1,200 trees planted in a single day by Bez and friends in 2011, mown woodland paths leading to benches, a wildlife pond, wildflower meadows, and a mature native woodland. The whole property runs on permaculture principles and its own bore-hole for fresh spring water - tested annually and perfectly drinkable.

Llanidloes is just 4 miles down the mountain - a vibrant little market town with independent shops, a greengrocer, a butcher, two supermarkets and friendly cafés. It was recently voted one of the best places to live in Wales and is home to the only medieval market hall still standing in the country.

40 min
To the nearest beaches (Ynyslas, Borth, Aberdovey)
2 mi
To Llyn Clywedog sailing reservoir
4 mi
To Llanidloes market town
1 hr
To Cadair Idris (2nd highest mountain in Wales)
Dark
Skies - Milky Way visible on clear nights
Pure
Spring water on bore-hole (tested annually)
Explore

Things to do nearby.

Walking & Hiking

Glyndŵr's Way and Offa's Dyke both pass nearby. Bryn y Fan is a short walk from the door. The Cambrian Mountains offer everything from gentle valley strolls to serious ridge walks.

Pumlumon Fawr · Hafren Forest · River Severn source

Water & Mountains

Llyn Clywedog reservoir is two miles away and has a sailing club. The Elan Valley, Lake Vyrnwy and Bala are all within easy reach. Cadair Idris and Snowdonia for the adventurous.

Llyn Clywedog · Elan Valley · Bala · Snowdonia

Heritage & Culture

Powys Castle, Devil's Bridge, the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, and Llanidloes itself - with Wales' only remaining medieval market hall and a fascinating Chartist history from the 1830s.

Powys Castle · Devil's Bridge · Aberystwyth

Coast

Stunning sandy beaches are only 40–45 minutes away. Ynyslas, Borth, Aberdovey, Tywyn, and Aberystwyth are all easily reachable for a day by the sea.

Ynyslas · Aberdovey · Aberystwyth · Borth

Local Food & Drink

Llanidloes has a superb greengrocer, a great independent butcher, two supermarkets and charming cafés. Saturday is market day. Bez encourages guests to support local shops over online deliveries.

Llanidloes market · Local greengrocers · Butchers

Dark Skies

At 1,100 feet with no light pollution for miles, the night sky here is breathtaking. The Milky Way is clearly visible on a good night. Bring binoculars.

One of Wales' least light-polluted locations

Guest Reviews

What guests say.

The Farmhouse

"This place is amazing and the photos can't describe the amazing view over the valley. The conservatory is perfect for morning coffee or late dinner over the sunset. Bez was really great - she gave us tips where to go, gave us eggs from her hens."

Family guest · Airbnb
The Granary

"The Granary is an amazing place with views that are hard to describe. One needs to experience the whole picture! Bez was a lovely host with many interesting tales to tell and great knowledge of the area. Quirky, homely, clean and comfortable."

Couple · Airbnb
The Tram

"Best night's sleep we've had in ages. The location was exactly what we needed - you truly felt like you were in the middle of nowhere. The views are breathtaking. It's a very special place that will capture your heart."

Couple · Airbnb
The Farmhouse

"A wonderful time staying at Bez's beautiful 500-year-old house. The perfect place to enjoy the company of friends in peace, with the pool table and large kitchen being particularly good. The garden and surrounding land is stunningly beautiful."

Group of friends · Airbnb
The Granary

"Lovely location, views wonderful. Cottage has everything you need. Bez is friendly and helpful without being intrusive. The Granary was super quirky and cosy - her estate is excellent to explore with little mown paths leading to benches with amazing views."

Guest · Multiple platforms
The Farmhouse

"We climbed Pumlumon Fawr - the highest peak in mid-Wales - and the views were incredible, you could see the sea. Bez is the best host ever. She has so much knowledge and passion for the local area. Absolutely perfect."

Family · Airbnb
Beryl 'Bez' Smith — your host at Goetre
Beryl 'Bez' Smith · Your Host
Your Host
"I've lived on this mountain for 40 years. It still takes my breath away every morning."

Bez has been farming and welcoming guests at Goetre for four decades. She raised four children here on what is now a five-and-a-half acre organic smallholding run on permaculture principles - growing vegetables, keeping hens, tending the woodland she and friends planted in 2011 (all 1,200 trees, in 24 hours).

She lives within the farmyard and is always nearby for questions, local tips, or fresh eggs from her hens. She knows the mountains, the best walks, the finest local pubs and shops, and the hidden corners of Montgomeryshire that most visitors never discover.

Goetre is run as a small business, not a commercial operation - Bez genuinely cares about guests having a good time and about the land being looked after. She encourages guests to shop at Llanidloes's independent shops, bring as little plastic as possible, and observe the recycling. It's a place run with heart.

Bez is also a weaver and basketmaker - see her craft work at craftsmidwales.co.uk

Availability & Booking

Plan your stay.

Address Goetre Van, Bwlch-y-fan, Llanidloes, Powys SY18 6NS
Mobile 07779 873 778
Website goetreholidaycottages.co.uk
The Tram From £95/night · 2 guests · 1 night min · £10 cleaning fee · Also on Airbnb
The Granary Sleeps 6 · Contact Bez for availability and pricing
The House Sleeps 13 · Ideal for large groups and family gatherings
Rules No smoking inside · Strict recycling policy · No parties · No dogs (sorry)

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