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Swn yr Afon offers accommodation in Talgarth. The property boasts views of the mountains is 48 km from Newport. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. There is a seating area and a kitchenette. A flat-screen TV is provided, as well as towels and bed linen. Other facilities at Swn yr Afon include a terrace. Hereford is 36 km from Swn yr Afon, while Ross on Wye is 47 km from the property. Cardiff Airport is 67 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.8
High score for Talgarth
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  • Evelyn
    China China
    Small but very cosy apartment with everything we needed. Great selection of food for breakfast. Close to a pub with great dinner options. Very friendly host.
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Immaculately clean and very well equipped. Access to a large, fully furnished garden area. This is the closest you will get to a 5 star hotel without actually booking into one. The fridge was stocked with charcuterie meats and pate. Cereals, tea,...
  • Roger
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very convenient location for one night stay on way to Swansea - easy to find and park. Well equipped for self catering and only a short walk to a co-op store. Pleasant helpful staff.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

Swn yr Afon is a self contained apartment with a king sized bed, bijou dining area, comfortable armchairs, a flat-screen TV with SKY tv and free Wifi. The bathroom offers a bath, WC and walk in shower, with towels and toiletries provided. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave oven and fridge. We look forward to welcoming you to Talgarth…
In the foothills of the Black Mountains, Talgarth sits within the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park, which offers picturesque landscapes and is home to many outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, mountain biking and climbing or watersports on the nearby Llangorse Lake. If you are a foodie then the area is full of great eateries - fantastic fair is served up at nearby Foyles of Glasbury, The Felinfach Griffin or even in the grandeur of the magnificent Llangoed Hall. Talgarth itself is home to the Bridgend Inn which serves up the finest steaks in the County and the town also has a Cantonese takeaway, while traditional Fish and Chips served up to eat in or take away at the Castle Hotel just across the way! Talgarth nestles between the busy market town of Brecon and the World famous book town of Hay-on-Wye on the English border.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Sound of the River
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • River view
  • Mountain view
Outdoors
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Valet parking
Services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 23:00

Check-out

From 10:00 to 11:00

 

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prepayment

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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

1 cot available upon request.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.


Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Sound of the River in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Sound of the River

  • The prices at Sound of the River may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Sound of the River offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Sound of the River is 150 yards from the centre of Talgarth. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Sound of the River is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

    • Room options at Sound of the River include:

      • Double