YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt

Brecon, Powys, LD3 7YS

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YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt dining room

Sleeps up to 33 people
10 bedrooms
10 bathrooms

A secluded converted farmhouse with a cosy log burning stove and rustic, original features, YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt is the perfect rural retreat to get away from it all with family and friends.

Where you'll sleep

Across the entire building there is a total of 10 bedrooms.

Main farmhouse

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 2 people. It includes 2 single beds.

One room that sleeps up to 3 people. It includes a set of bunk beds and a single bed.

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 4 people. It includes 2 sets of bunk beds.

One room that sleeps up to 5 people. It includes 2 sets of bunk beds and a single truckle bed.

Annexe

One room that sleeps up to 3 people. It includes a set of bunk beds and a single bed.

One room that sleeps up to 3 people. It includes a single high-sleeper bunk with a double bed underneath.

One en-suite room that sleeps up to 5 people. It includes 2 sets of bunk beds and a single truckle bed.

Three rooms that sleep up to 5 people each. It includes 2 sets of bunk beds and a single truckle bed.

A cot is available.

Shared spaces

Kitchen and dining

The modern kitchen is located on the ground floor and includes a range of conveniences listed below.

Kitchen appliances: freezer, 2 kettles, microwave, mini fridge, oven, refrigerator, stove, toaster.

Kitchenware: dishes and cutlery for 40 people, kitchen utensils, pots, pans.

Cleaning basics: anti-bacterial spray, bin bags, cloths, paper towels, soap, sponges, tea towels, washing up liquid.

Located on the ground floor, the dining room seats up to 34 people. There is a large picture window with beautiful views of the valley. Seating for a further 10 people is available in the adjoining conservatory.

A highchair is available.

Lounge

The separate lounge is located on the ground floor and seats up to 15 people. Comfy seating is provided across 3 sofas and 3 armchairs - perfect for watching the wall-mounted flat-screen TV or a playing a board game after a long day of exploring.

There is a wood burning stove (logs are provided), 3 lamp tables and a long coffee table with 4 soft stools for extra seating.

Bathrooms

Across the entire building there is a total of 10 bathrooms.

En-suite bathrooms: 3

Toilets: 4

Showers: 4

Toilet paper is provided and hand soap is available next to all sinks.

Outdoors

Outside is a large garden. The garden is enclosed with a fence.

Guests have full access to the garden.

Outdoor amenities: BBQ area, benches, cycle store, grass/lawn, picnic tables.

What our whole hostel offers

Ambulant accessible
BBQ area
Bed linen
Carbon monoxide alarm
Central heating
Cleaning basics
Cooking basics
Cot available
Dishes and cutlery
En-suite rooms available
Fire extinguisher
Fridge
Garden/grounds
Ground floor rooms available
Heating
Hot water
Kettle
Kitchen
Kitchen utensils
Laptop-friendly workspace
Lock on doors
Microwave
Mini fridge
Mountain view
Outdoor seating
Oven
Shower(s)
Smoke alarm
Stove
Toaster
Wheelchair accessible

What you need to know about our whole hostel

Check-in: From 16:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Heating: There is central heating throughout the property.
Towels and toiletries: Hand soap is provided next to all sinks. Towels are not supplied as standard.
Bedding: Bedding is supplied in all our rooms.
Dogs: Hire YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt and bring up to four dogs! Add a dog to your booking at the checkout and bring your four-legged friend along with you. Dogs are not permitted in the bedrooms, on the furniture or in the kitchen, and must be kept on a lead in the grounds.
Checking in: You will receive an email prior to your arrival with the property address and check-in instructions.
Guest access: Guests have use of the whole property. The hostel manager lives onsite with separate access routes.
WiFi: Free WiFi is available in shared social spaces.

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Overview

Surrounded by wooded slopes, high peaks, waterfalls and trails, this converted farmhouse makes an ideal rural retreat for a visit to Wales. You'll love the beautiful valley location and well-kept grounds. YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt is secluded, but with opportunities for outdoor activities on the doorstep, you’ll always have plenty to do.

Enjoy the rustic charm of the building as you glance out into the Welsh countryside of trees and greenery. With original stonework, characterful beams, an old fireplace, plus a well-equipped self-catering kitchen, the hostel provides a retreat to be appreciated by all.

This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis only, so you'll get the entire place to yourself.

Accommodation at this hostel

Entire place is offered here
Bed in a shared room is not offered here
Private room is not offered here
Camping & Cabins is not offered here

Why guests love this hostel

Peaceful, secluded farmhouse
Ideal for walking and activities
Rustic, charming features

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Accommodation at YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt

Hire the whole place

With YHA Exclusive Hire, you can take the entire building for you and your group.

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Group booking

Serviced group stays for 16 to 35 people

As far as picturesque group accommodation goes, not many locations are quite as pretty as YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt near Brecon, Wales. Surrounded by wooded slopes, towering mountains, walking trails and even waterfalls, this is the perfect place for UK school trips, group activity breaks and educational trips to enjoy an action-packed break at a rural retreat.

YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt is secluded and quiet but there are countless opportunities for walking, sailing, cycling, horse riding and boating for it to be anything other than outgoing, enjoyable and huge amounts of fun. Even more is offered a couple of miles away out at Llangorse Multi Activity Centre, home to indoor rock climbing, bouldering, rope bridges, abseiling, high-level cargo nets and even a huge indoor zip line!

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Group-friendly facilities

Sleeping arrangements

Most of our bedrooms are dormitory style rooms with bunk beds. We always try to allocate bedrooms close together and will never ask your group to share bedrooms with anyone not in your group.

Upgrades are available for sole use of an area, floor or the entire place.

Shared spaces

With social spaces including a dining room, lounge with TV and outdoor space plus WiFi, this hostel can accommodate groups of all ages.

Group catering

With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something delicious to eat at YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt (see sample menu).

Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.

Parking

Parking is available at the hostel.

Packages and bolt-ons

Looking to fill some free time? Our bolt-on activities can easily be added to your stay.

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Accredited site

YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt holds a Learning Outside the Classroom Quality Badge (105537).

This accreditation means that this hostel has externally audited risk assessments, verified insurance provision, quality checked safety logs and delivery observed by national reviewers.

Hostel facilities

24-hour access after check-in
Ambulant accessible
Baby safety gates
BBQ area
Coach parking nearby
Contactless payments
Cycle store
Dining room
Electric vehicle charger
Free parking on premises
Full mobile coverage
Games
Garden/grounds
Group meals
Highchair
Large garden/grounds
Licensed bar
Minibus parking on premises
Mountain view
Outdoor seating
Packed lunch
Self-catering kitchen
Shared drying room
Shared lounge
Shared TV
Sole use available
Water refill station
Wheelchair accessible
WiFi

Hostel need to know

Accommodation: This hostel is available on an Exclusive Hire basis only, so you'll get the entire place to yourself.

Self-catering: Guests have access to a self-catering kitchen.

Parking: There is free parking available on-site.

WiFi: Free WiFi is available in social spaces.

Dogs: Pets are not permitted at YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt, except when hiring the whole hostel through YHA Exclusive Hire. Assistance dogs are welcome - please notify us at the time of booking.

Electric vehicle charger: Guests can access an electrical vehicle charger in the hostel car park. This is free to use, though any charitable donations to YHA are appreciated.

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Food and drink at YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt

Self-catering at YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt

Our self-catering kitchen includes everything you need to cook up a storm.

Bring your own food and make use of our oven, refrigerator and freezer plus a microwave, kettle and toaster. Dishes and cutlery are provided as well as cleaning essentials.

Group meals at YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt

With tasty breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals, groups are sure to find something tasty to eat at YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt (see sample menu).

Meal plans range from bed and breakfast up to full-board catering. Vegetarian options are available and we aim to cater for any special dietary requests.

YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt

Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7YS

Map references

OS Map:: 161
OS Grid Ref:: SO107206
Lat/Lng:: 51.8766111, -3.2977676
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Contact information

Phone:: 0345 371 9548
Email:: [email protected]

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Things to do around YHA Brecon Beacons Danywenallt

Brecon Mountain Railway

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Watersports in the Brecon Beacons

This lovely area is great for water sports, so whatever mode of water transport takes your fancy, take the plunge and enjoy some fun on, or in, the water!

Big Pit National Coal Museum

With facilities to educate and entertain, Big Pit is an exciting and informative day out. Don't miss the underground tour. Visit the Big Pit website

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Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park Visitor Centre

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National Showcaves Centre for Wales

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Brecon Beacons Mountain Centre

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Wye Valley Canoes

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Cantref Adventure Farm

6 miles A great family day out, with indoor and outdoor play areas and animal petting farm. Visit the website

More about this hostel

Volunteering

Volunteering with YHA is a fantastic way to have fun, learn new skills, boost your CV and travel to different places. We have a variety of different opportunities to choose from and volunteering roles to suit everyone.

The tasks are varied and in return you will meet some great people, who both work and stay in our hostels, as well as enjoying your time off discovering the local area and attractions.

Find out more and apply to volunteer.

Meet the team

Manager recommends: We’re located half way up a quiet valley with some really fantastic routes for walking and cycling holidays right outside the front door! There is something for everyone. Those on a family break can enjoy short waterfall walks or easy cycling on the Taff Trail. For a more energetic activity break, try the more challenging routes across the Beacons.