A rustic house with brick walls and a sloped roof, surrounded by green trees and grass, with a gravel driveway in front.

Kestrel Barn

guests love…

Kestrel Barn’s stunning location, spaciousness, and fantastic amenities, including the hot tub and pool table. With outdoor activities like Sugar Loaf mountain walks, it’s perfect for both relaxation and adventure.

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Overview

Wake up immersed in the Welsh countryside, take a walk up the black mountains or nip into Abergavenny for a coffee, all on your doorstop at Kestrel barn. A beautiful barn conversion sleeping 12, with plenty of space to enjoy together or apart. After walking your dog up the sugar loaf mountain, gather around the living room log burner, bask in the sun room or pop to one of many amazing restaurants or pubs.

Book or Enquire

To book your stay at Sugar Loaf Barn, please use our online booking system via the button below.
If you’d prefer to enquire by email at hello@sugarloafretreats.com, we’re always happy to help.

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A Closer Look

Cozy living room with a floral patterned sofa, a wooden coffee table with a vase of flowers, a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, stone fireplace, and rustic wooden ceiling beams.

A homely open living space with two sofas, an armchair, a smart TV and a log burner.  It retains original barn beams and has underfloor heating on the ground floor to keep you cosy. Move over to the double height dining room that will seat 12. Then there are some stone steps down to the sun room, looking out to the scenic views. 

A fully equipped kitchen and utility room are a few steps down from the living room including cooker, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. 

Living Space
A bedroom with a white bed, green pillow with a fuzzy border, and framed botanical prints on a pink wall.

Heading away from the living room to the ground floor sleeping accommodation. There is a double bedroom with a WC next door and a kingsize bedroom with an ensuite with shower. 

Upstairs the Master bedroom has a Super king bed with an ensuite with shower, a double bedroom and two twin bedrooms, all with luxury bed linen and towels provided.  The family bathroom with a bath and shower is situated here. All bathrooms are complete with complementary Bramley products.

Bedrooms
A large tree with green leaves in the foreground, a grassy field, and rolling hills with scattered bushes under a cloudy sky.

There is an enclosed garden with a patio, dining table and an incredible view for you to enjoy. An outside bbq grill and pizza oven is available during the spring summer months from April - September. There is a paddock field opposite that can be used for dog frisbee throwing and family sport games! The hot tub cabin is just outside the front door with beautiful scenic views from the window.

Outdoors

Situated on the foothills of the Bryn Arw and Sugar Loaf mountain, the barn is in walking distance to both public footpaths. It is perfectly located for exploring the picturesque Brecon Beacons National Park or relaxing in the beautiful countryside with scenic views of the Sugar Loaf mountain.

Close by to Abergavenny town centre, only a 10 minute drive away and the lovely Crickhowell is 20 minutes in the opposite direction.

 
Check in / out

Check-in is 4pm. If you are arriving early, have a look at our Things To Do page. We've listed lots of things you can do around the area while you’re waiting to check in. 
Check-out is 10am.

Children & Pets

If you are travelling with little ones, we have lots of extras such as high chairs, cutlery and plate sets, a bottom stair gate and a travel cot, to save you bringing them from home. Just let us know what you need. There is plenty of things to do with kids near by and we are happy to provide recommendations.

Two well behaved dogs are allowed and we just ask for you to keep your furry friends downstairs. There are plenty of mountain walks and public footpaths to walk your dogs as well as a paddock opposite that you are also welcome to use. 

Entertainment

Enjoy the Smart TV in the living room, or the board games at the dining table. Gather everyone together for a game of pool in the games room or head to the hot tub cabin for some R&R

Walks on your doorstep

Just a five-minute walk from the barn, The Fro Car Park is the starting point for the popular Sugar Loaf mountain walk. Turn right out of the drive and take the next left to reach it. The route is suitable for most ability levels, with well-trodden paths and beautiful scenery along the way. You may spot grazing sheep and wild horses as you go. The final 10 minutes include a steeper climb to the summit, but the panoramic 360-degree views at the top make it well worth the effort.

For a more challenging option, a public footpath near the end of the shared drive leads to Bryn Arw mountain. The route is steeper and more rugged, ideal for those looking for a bit more of an adventure. Walk as far as you like and return along the same path—whether you reach the top or not, it’s a beautiful escape into nature.

Things to do
Ground Floor
First Floor

Book or Enquire

To book your stay at Sugar Loaf Barn, please use our online booking system via the button below.
If you’d prefer to enquire by email at hello@sugarloafretreats.com, we’re always happy to help.

Availability & Book

guest reviews…

A bedside table with a cup of coffee, a stack of books, a glass vase with white flowers, a table lamp with a patterned shade, and part of a bed with a green pillow. The scene is dimly lit, creating a cozy atmosphere.
guest review:

“An amazing house in a breathtaking setting. This was perfect for a big family gathering; the children could play in the extensive grounds whilst adults could enjoy sitting inside or out.”

- Susan

Guest Review:

“We stayed at this beautiful barn for a weekend away with friends. The house was lovely and clean and so homely! Beautiful surroundings as well and lots of recommendations for things to do in the local area. Thanks for a great stay!”

- Marissa

Three women playing cards around a wooden dinner table decorated with flowers and candles, with snacks and drinks present.
Guest Review:

“Had a wonderful weekend with 4 generations of our family to celebrate mum’s 90th birthday The house was beautiful and spacious. The location stunning. Sheri was the perfect host. The pool table and hot tub were great additions to the stay. We will be coming back.”

- Jane

A basket of baked goods including a loaf of bread and croissants, along with eggs in an egg carton, a jar of milk, a lit candle in a brown holder, and a vase with flowers, on a wooden table.