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Castell Courtyard, Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant

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5.0
out of 5
Shropshire » Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant
Sleeps 24
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 11

Castell Courtyard is a massive 5-star barn conversion in Powys, Wales. Located on the slopes of Glan Hafon in the Tanat Valley, this luxury holiday home sits next to a 430-acre working sheep farm just two miles from Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant. It sleeps up to 24 people across 11 bedrooms - perfect for that big family reunion where you want everyone together but not TOO together.

The Welsh countryside views are spectacular from this hillside position. You're just a short drive from Lake Vyrnwy and the impressive Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall - Britain's tallest single-drop waterfall. After a day of hiking, you'll appreciate coming back to soak those tired muscles in the private hot tub while someone else fires up the BBQ.

 

About Castell Courtyard

Castell Courtyard is a massive 5-star barn conversion in Powys, Wales. Located on the slopes of Glan Hafon in the Tanat Valley, this luxury holiday home sits next to a 430-acre working sheep farm just two miles from Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant. It sleeps up to 24 people across 11 bedrooms - perfect for that big family reunion where you want everyone together but not TOO together.

The Welsh countryside views are spectacular from this hillside position. You're just a short drive from Lake Vyrnwy and the impressive Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall - Britain's tallest single-drop waterfall. After a day of hiking, you'll appreciate coming back to soak those tired muscles in the private hot tub while someone else fires up the BBQ. The sheep will be watching you, but they've seen it all before.

The accommodation is split into three wings. The North Wing has five bedrooms including a ground-floor king with wet room. The Centre Wing offers three bedrooms including a family room. The South Wing has three more bedrooms. Nine bathrooms mean no morning queues, while two sitting rooms (seating 20 and 12) ensure space for everyone. The kitchen has a Rangemaster cooker and everything needed for group meals.

Nearby attractions include Lake Vyrnwy (15 miles) with its Victorian dam and RSPB reserve, Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall (5 miles), Powis Castle (20 miles) and the market town of Oswestry (15 miles). The games barn with pool table, table tennis and darts will keep everyone entertained when it rains.

Castell Courtyard is ideal for multi-generation gatherings or friend reunions. With ample parking for 11 cars, bike storage and enclosed gardens, it's thought of everything.

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Castell Courtyard

Spacious Layout

With 11 bedrooms across three wings, everyone gets their own space. Perfect for large groups who want togetherness without being on top of each other.

Hot Tub Relaxation

The rear patio hot tub was mentioned in multiple reviews as a highlight. Great after walking in the Welsh hills or just for evening socializing.

Games Facilities

The games barn with pool table, table tennis, darts and table football kept all ages entertained, especially on rainy days.

Helpful Owners

Many guests praised the owners for being welcoming and helpful. They're nearby if needed but respect your privacy.

Cleanliness

Multiple reviews specifically mentioned how clean and well-maintained the property was throughout.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

The Rangemaster cooker and large kitchen space made catering for big groups easy and enjoyable.

Getting To Castell Courtyard

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Castell Courtyard by car, take the A483 towards Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, then follow local roads for the final 2 miles to the property. You'll find ample off-road parking for up to 11 cars when you arrive.

By Train

The nearest train station is at Gobowen, approximately 20 miles away. From there, you'll need to take a taxi to complete your journey to the property in the Tanat Valley.

Off-road parking for eleven cars
Gobowen station (20 miles)
Accessible from the A483

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall
Distance: 5 miles
SY10 0BZ
Lake Vyrnwy
Distance: 15 miles
SY10 0NA
Powis Castle
Distance: 20 miles
SY21 8RF
Berwyn Mountains
Distance: 7 miles
SY10 0ER
Offa's Dyke Path
Distance: 12 miles
SY10 7LL
Tanat Valley Circular Walk
Distance: 1 mile
SY10 0JR
Oswestry Market
Distance: 15 miles
SY11 1PZ
Welshpool Town Centre
Distance: 18 miles
SY21 7DD
Llanfyllin Spar
Distance: 8 miles
SY22 5BJ
Local Bus Service
Distance: 2 miles
SY10 0JR
Llanfyllin Taxi Service
Distance: 8 miles
SY22 5BG
Oswestry Train Station
Distance: 15 miles
SY11 1RT
Pistyll Rhaeadr Waterfall
Distance: 5 miles
SY10 0BZ
Lake Vyrnwy
Distance: 15 miles
SY10 0NA
Powis Castle
Distance: 20 miles
SY21 8RF
Berwyn Mountains
Distance: 7 miles
SY10 0ER
Offa's Dyke Path
Distance: 12 miles
SY10 7LL
Tanat Valley Circular Walk
Distance: 1 mile
SY10 0JR
Oswestry Market
Distance: 15 miles
SY11 1PZ
Welshpool Town Centre
Distance: 18 miles
SY21 7DD
Llanfyllin Spar
Distance: 8 miles
SY22 5BJ
Local Bus Service
Distance: 2 miles
SY10 0JR
Llanfyllin Taxi Service
Distance: 8 miles
SY22 5BG
Oswestry Train Station
Distance: 15 miles
SY11 1RT

Is Castell Courtyard Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Kids will love the games barn with table tennis, pool table, table football and darts. The large enclosed garden is perfect for outdoor play. Inside, there's a selection of books, games, toys and DVDs. Family rooms are available and cots and highchairs can be provided. The nearby waterfall and lake offer exciting day trips for all ages.
For Couples
While designed for large groups, couples can enjoy private wings of this spacious property. The hot tub offers romantic evenings under the stars. Several bedrooms have en-suite facilities for privacy. The stunning Welsh countryside provides romantic walking opportunities and the two woodburning stoves create cosy evenings in. Perfect for couples within a larger family gathering.
Pet Friendly
From January 2025, Castell Courtyard will welcome pets with certain conditions due to the adjacent working sheep farm. The enclosed garden provides a safe space for dogs to explore. There are fantastic walking routes directly from the property into the Welsh countryside. Remember that fireworks are not allowed due to farm animals nearby.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Castell Courtyard

The Hand at Llanarmon

Located 7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY10 0JL

The Wynnstay Hotel Restaurant

Located 15 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY11 2SZ

Pistyll Rhaeadr Café

Located 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY10 0BZ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Castell Courtyard

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
Yes, Castell Courtyard has a private hot tub located on the rear patio. It's perfect for relaxing after exploring the Welsh countryside.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, Castell Courtyard will be pet-friendly from January 2025. There are specific conditions due to the property being next to a working sheep farm.
How many people can stay at Castell Courtyard?
The property can accommodate up to 24 guests across 11 bedrooms. It has 9 bathrooms, so there's plenty of facilities for large groups.
What are the sleeping arrangements?
The accommodation is split into three wings with various bedroom configurations including king-size doubles, twins (some can be converted to super-king) and family rooms. One king-size bedroom is on the ground floor with an en-suite wet room.
Is there parking available?
Yes, there is off-road parking for up to 11 cars at Castell Courtyard. This makes it ideal for large groups arriving in multiple vehicles.
What entertainment facilities are available?
The property has a games barn with table tennis, pool table, table football and darts board. Inside, there are two sitting rooms (one with a gaming TV), plus books, games, toys and DVDs.
Are there any restrictions I should know about?
The property only accepts arrivals on Fridays or Mondays. Fireworks are not permitted due to the proximity of farm animals and there's a £500 Good Housekeeping Bond payable directly to the owner.
What outdoor space is available?
Castell Courtyard has an enclosed front lawned garden with patio and furniture. There's also a rear patio with the hot tub and a barbecue for outdoor dining.

Castell Courtyard Reviews

Amazing house clean everything we needed and more was greeted by owner very nice and polite man would definitely return and recommended.
We had a wonderful stay. Helen, the owner, was very helpful. The accommodation was perfect. The pictures didn't do it full justice. It's spacious, warm, very clean, very spacious and well laid out. I booked it for a big birthday. We had 6 families staying, some with young kids, and the layout works well, ensuring everyone has the right combination of privacy, but with a connecting kitchen and two lounges letting the kids and families mix easily. The kitchen and dinning space was perfectly ample for the main meal. We had plenty of parking. The games room is great, though we didn't get around to using it. The hot tub is extra large which was also a great factor. Additionally I'd recommend going to see the Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall a few minutes away down the road. That added very well to our stay as it's so impressive. All in all we'd happily book again. A great stay.
Mhairi
Couldnt fault this beautiful home or the owners. Thank you for allowing us to use your lovely home. We hope to be back in the future.
We had a wonderful stay at this superb property. Very well equiped and clean. Enjoyed the hot tub and games area. Very helpful owners. Hope to be back some day.
Mohammad Hilaal Bin
We had such an amazing time in this amazing property. Helen was very quick to respond when we sent her a message. The carpets were soft and the beds were truly comfortable. The whole place was better than what we expected. Everyone enjoyed themselves and we wish we had stayed longer. The games room was a treat to everyone. Thank you Helen for being a great host. I will recommend this cottage to everyone.
Alison
We were a party of 10, everyone had a room for themselves. The kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and showers all in perfect working order. Cosy sitting rooms and excellent woodburner for a cool evening. Games room for a rainy afternoon. In short perfect! Thank you to Helen and her husband
Absolutely stunning property! The property was clean, everything was working, rooms were comfortable, there was enough space and bathrooms for 24 people. The kitchen was well stocked and has everything you would need. The host was very efficient at dealing with requests. The hot tub was a particular highlight for the adults! Collecting freshly laid eggs from the chickens was enjoyable for the kids! Thank you for an amazing stay. We will be back again!
Bryony
Unbelieveable stay! 5 Super clean, great facilities, hot tub gorgeous, staff lovely. Definitely going to return.
Our stay was great and Helen and her staff were very amenable. Castell Courtyard was very well equipped and the location was lovely. We particularly liked the games room and the hot tub! The only things which wed like to mention are the following We found having only one 4 piece toaster for 24 guests a bit of a struggle! It was also very slow and took more than 3 mins to toast 4 slices so over half an hour just to toast 2 slices of toast each in the mornings! We were grateful that you lent us your hairdryer but again 1 hairdryer amongst 24 guests was a bit of a challenge! We would have preferred to have paid a few pounds more and had some shower gelshampoo and a few more toilet rolls in each bathroom and a few more dishwasher tablets so that we didnt hand to replenish them!
Anthony
This was our second visit. We plan to go again. Not a lot more to say other than wonderful. The owners are very friendly the barn is very good. The location is special. The first visit was in October this time we went in June. The different season showed a different aspect to the location and we would go back again any time.
Amazing house which was perfectly set up for large gathering 12 adults and 9 children, including fully equipped kitchen and spacious social areas. Great location with waterfalls, lakes and walks a plenty on the doorstep. Friendly and helpful owners. Cannot be faulted. 5 stars
Had a fantastic time, house is beautiful, just wish rain had stayed off. A canopy over hotub would of made it perfect x
Pauline
Absolutely stunning venue. Beautifully presented, everything supplied you could possibly need to entertain! Huge hot tub. Great hosts. Would highly recommend and would love to come back in future.
We celebrated my daughters hen doo here ,there where 20 of us. The house is amazing the owner Helen could not of been more helpful and she cooked for us all on the Saturday night and the food was beautiful. I am hoping to come back next year to celebrate my 60th Birthday with my family I would highly recommend this property. Thank you so much Helen
We had an excellent stay as a large family to celebrate our mums 70 birthday at Castell courtyard. A beautiful barb conversion with peaceful scenery. Helen was very accommodating and provided us with fantastic catering last minute as our original caterer cancelled on us. Helen used locally sourced produce for the meals and the desserts were delicious. Castell courtyard has beautiful surroundings and the accommodation has everything you need. The furniture and fittings are all of top quality and the attention to detail was fantastic. We had a great visit paddle boarding on Lake Vrynwy and visited the waterfall and local village pub for a roast. Everything about our stay at Castell courtyard was perfect and we would highly recommend.
We had the most fantastic stay, my wifes birthday was made perfect in this idyllic house and location. The hosts were very accommodating. We loved the cat and the chickens. Would highly recommend.
Stanford
It is a topnotch property the best we have been to so far. Thanks for accommodating us as a family of 24 and we do our annual holidays in different areas. Will be back again in a few yrs' time most definitely.
Christine
The holiday was wonderful. 3 families from 15 months to 83 years. Plenty of space for all. This is by far the best holiday house we have stayed in for its comfort, facilities and spaces and we have stayed in many over the years! Helen provided us with a beautiful meal on 2 occasions. Both buffet and sit down family meal on Saturday evening. The food was excellent, easily as good, if not better than any restaurant, and such a treat for us, a proper holiday rest. Beautiful surroundings and walks from the accommodation. Plenty to see and do around about. Would thoroughly recommend both the holiday house and the area. Just what we all needed. Thank you Helen and all her family.
Suemyya
We had a wonderful get together. 4 generations from 18 to 85 yrs young. Everyone left with a huge smile
Amazing property with fantastic owners. The house is beautiful and brilliantly suited to large groups of adults and the few children we took with us and the hot tub was a real luxury.
Nicola
Ehat a wonderful, excellent place, so nice, well equiped. Definitely recommend.
Tracey
The property is absolutely beautiful. As soon as you walked in the front door it was WOW. There was everything you could possibly want for your stay away, it was home from home. We also booked a range of meals from Helen for the Saturday night to celebrate Mums 80th birthday, they were also 5 star. Our party consisted of 15 adults and one child. I highly recommend this property. Thank you so much Helen and Aled.
Anthony
Castell Courtyard is a wonderful place in a wonderful location. The property is extremely nice and probably the best Sykes Cottages property we have ever stayed in and that is quite a few now over the years. Castell Courtyard was very welcoming, clean and warm especially with the log fires burning. An ideal base for setting out from to see the surrounding area. The building being old converted barns has lots of character and the facilities are top notch with us as a party of 19 not requiring or running short of anything. The owners are really friendly and have a very happy cat who comes calling along with the ability to collect eggs from their chickens does make it feel like home. Overall Perfect.
Elaine
It was an amazing stay start to finish. Helen was super helpful and accommodating. The photos of the cottage are great but the place was even better in person and perfect for a larger group. Beautiful setting. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Louise
The grounds and property are stunning. We had the most amazing time. All the rooms are beautiful and comfortable. The kitchendining hall was a great place to convene, the facilities are brilliant. Then theres the hot tub which is huge, In a lovely spot to take in the fantastic view. We would love to stay here again. We went as a big group of friends in our 30s and it was perfect but could happily come back with family and children.
This property is even better than it looks from the photos. The two sitting areas and tvs were a bonus for a mixed family group. Every room, especially the bedrooms, was comfortable and stylishly presented. The kitchen had everything we needed even 2 dishwashers! The hot tub and barbecue were well used by us and we appreciated a safe enclosed garden for the younger ones.We stayed here as a family group to celebrate my 70th birthday. Everyone ranging in age from 20 months upwards had a wonderful time. We would book again. The recommended caterer served a delicious meal. The butcher in the village sells fabulous barbecue meats etc
Superbly appointed property with lots of space for a large extended family necessary for the vagaries of North Wales weather! Big kitchen dining area with everything provided, including 2 dishwashers and 2 refrigerators two sinks rather than just one would have been better and this is the only negative comment. Very good WiFi. Excellent and large hot tub, which was very popular. Beautiful surroundings and lovely Lake Bala not too far away.
Stuart
Our second visit to Castell Courtyard, as enjoyable as our previous visit in February 2019. The property is magnificent, providing space and comfort for our large family group which ranged from 3 months to 60 years. Helen and Aled are on hand to promptly deal with any issues ... not that there are many. Aled drove to his brother's one evening, to replace an empty BBQ gas cannister. Our only regret is that an increasing number of partners and babies will probably mean that we will outgrow the capacity of 24 beds in coming years.
Amazing place . Would def come back
Excellent property for a large family gathering. The layout meant that our five family groups could each have their own 'private' sleeping areas which worked out very well. In fact all the inside and outside areas are excellent for either everyone joining together or for having some personal space when needed. We had booked in March 2019, intending to holiday in May 2020 so after having to postpone twice we eventually made it this year! Well worth the wait, although sadly some family members were unable to come in the end. The owner is extremely friendly and helpful, answering all our many upfront queries! We would also recommend the caterer wonderful food. All in all we cannot recommend Castell Courtyard highly enough. Definitely five stars plus. Thank you Helen and Aled
Courtney
Castell Courtyard is PERFECT! !! It is such a beautiful house in the most perfect of surroundings. Myself and 21 of my friends visited for a hen partybirthday weekend where we got to feed the lambs, relax in the hot tub and enjoy the lovely house and the views. I cannot recommend enough!!!!
This is an amazing property. Everything you need and more. 20 guests and not one unhappy customer. Helen was incredibly helpful and a lovely person to deal with. We will definitely be recommending and booking up again in the future. Photos do not do this place justice xx
Rebekah
Just WOW! We booked this cottage for 24 ladies for a hen weekend and it could not have been any better! From the initial help we had from Sykes making sure we found the right property, to the prearrival help from the owner who is the most loveliest of ladies! to our arrival and full enjoyment of the house all weekend. The house was immaculate, maintained to the highest of standards and complete with only high spec fixtures and fittings, it just had it all! Including the biggest hot tub weve ever been in. Plus the flowers and fizz were such a lovely touch and added bonus. Were already discussing our return trip and cannot wait to rebook! Thank you all for the best weekend, good memories forever!
We had the best time celebrating my mums 50th this weekend. The property is to die for. Every thing we wanted & more
What a fabulous place. The venue was very clean, the decorative order was excellent, the quality of the kitchen equipment, furniture, crockery, cutlery etc first rate. Bedrooms were proper doubles, with crisp clean bedding. For larger groups and bigger family gatherings, this is an ideal property which can comfortably accommodate all guests. Can highly recommend this for your holiday stay or celebration.
Castell Courtyard is such a well thought out property with it's two lounges, large kitchen, hot tub that was very popular. The furnishings, crockery etc were the best and so many comfortable bedrooms. Most importantly were the property owners who were so helpful and friendly.
I was looking forward to celebrating my 70th birthday with my family, and Castell Courtyard did not disappoint. The standard of furniture, fittings, hot tub, linen and furnishings were of a high standard, and the beds were so comfortable. When we arrived the house was spotless, with beautiful flowers and 2 bottles of fizz for my celebrations. The owners were approachable and friendly, and any queries were dealt with immediately. The views and walks are spectacular, and so peaceful, if you are looking for luxury, quiet and tranquility Castell Courtyard is for you.
Accommodation was excellent
Really gorgeous place. Hot tub was great everyone loved it. Lots of rooms. Lovely walks and the little village has everything you need.
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