Abercraf cottages

Self-catering cottages in Abercraf

For a romantic escape or a group getaway in the southern Brecon Beacons, browse our Abercraf cottages. Located in the Upper Swansea Valley on the fringe of the Brecon Beacons National Park, this former coal mining village is now a picturesque base for visitors who love nature and outdoor activities. With a local store and a handful of pubs and cafes, all the essentials are close at hand with more amenities in the nearby town of Ystradgynlais. The River Tawe passes through town, providing opportunities for fishing, hiking and kayaking, while the village sits in the shadow of the small mountain, Cribarth, famous for its ‘sleeping giant’ outline. Animal-loving families will be delighted by the Wales Ape and Monkey Sanctuary, set on the village outskirts. 

From your Abercraf accommodation, the Brecon Beacons and the Fforest Fawr Geopark are yours to explore. It’s nicknamed ‘Waterfall Country’, with nearby falls including Melincourt Falls, Sgwd Yr Eira Falls and Henrhyd Falls, the highest in Wales, providing a spectacular backdrop to local walks. The National Showcaves Centre for Wales is just 3.5 miles away offering a range of family-friendly attractions, including three stunning caves, a dinosaur park, a shire horse centre and an Iron Age village. To learn more about the region’s industrial heritage, visit the Ynyscedwyn Ironworks Heritage Park in Ystradgynlais, and for an urban escape, Swansea is just 26 miles away, boasting museums, galleries, shops and a stunning waterfront. For self-catering accommodation in the Brecon Beacons, browse our selection of Abercraf cottages. If you want more holiday inspiration, browse our holiday homes in Brecon, take a look through our Brecon Beacons retreats, or browse our full collection of cottages in Mid Wales.