Wake up to Nature
Secluded, unique accommodation nestled in a stunning valley with mountain views.
In a Dark Sky Reserve on the edge of Bannau Brycheiniog in Carmarthenshire, West Wales.
Welcoming guests since 2012.
Derwen looks east, over the meadows and woods and across the valley towards the tiny village of Llansadwrn. Enjoy beautiful sunrises and perhaps catch a glimpse of deer. The cabin is light and airy by day and yet still snug and cosy by night.
Light and airy, Llwynbwch Barn has been lovingly converted to a very high standard. Originally a hay barn, this is now a wonderful homely space. The main room has a cathedral-like vaulted ceiling with skylights to let the sun or star light stream in. The wood burner is a central feature with its spectacular chimney.
Hafan looks West across its meadow and captures wonderful sunsets over ‘the Fan’, the local hill. Enjoy starry skies from the deck, toast marshmallows around the campfire or cwtch up inside by the woodburner with a good book.
Our off-grid cabins nestle in private wildflower meadows near Ty Mawr communal building and Llwynbwch Barn. Surrounded by beautiful meadows criss-crossed by streams and grazed by our Exmoor ponies.
Under Starry Skies is located on a beautiful former dairy farm in rural Carmarthenshire. The 60 acres of land has been given to conservation for the last 25 years.
Under Starry Skies is a nature-lover's delight. You'll probably spot Red Kites soaring overhead, deer in the meadows and in spring and summer, see an amazing variety of butterflies, birds, plants and animals.
Guests are free to explore the land which also offers iconic views of Y Mynydd Du (the Black Mountain) range in the western Brecon Beacons.
There is an abundance of lovely walks from the doorstep and beyond, plenty of opportunity to stand and stare and breathe in the fresh Welsh air.
August 2024
The Baker-Ryans, Hafan
August 2024
Parthi, Vindi & Lyle, Hafan
July 2024
Jen & Pete, Hafan
June 2024
Matt & Cara, Hafan
June 2024
Kevin & Jackie, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2024
Chris, Kacie and Chloe, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2024
Rob, Kate, Gilbert & Bo, Hafan
June 2024
Matthias, Josiah, David & Jasmine, Derwen
May 2024
Terry, Hafan
May 2024
Graham & Linda, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2024
Sar, Derwen
May 2024
Lucia & family, Derwen
May 2024
H.E.G, Hafan
April 2024
Sue & David, Llwynbwch Barn
April 2024
Chris, Derwen
April 2024
Lizzie, Soren & kids, Derwen
April 2024
Sam & Francois, Llwynbwch Barn
March 2024
Hugo, Voctor, Julia & Bronwen, Llwynbwch Barn
March 2024
The Kenneys, Derwen
March 2024
Taqwa & Macie, Llwynbwch Barn
Feb 2024
Liam & friends, Hafan
Feb 2024
The Lavercombes, Derwen
Jan 2024
the Gemines, Derwen
Dec 2023
Daisy, Alice, Natalia & Ben, Llwynbwch Barn
Nov 2023
Tony, Terri & Theo, Derwen
Oct 2023
Kat, Adam, Kai & India, Derwen
Oct 2023
Joe & Keely, Derwen
October 2023
Darron & Donna, Llwynbwch Barn
Sept 2023
Jason & Carole, Derwen
Sept 2023
Alice, Dan & baby Persephone, Derwen
Sept 2023
Manjit, Derwen
August 2023
Tim, Nancy, Asher & Sylvie, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2023
The Lavercombes, Hafan
July 2023
Elisabeth & Tom, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2023
Paul & Stella, Derwen
July 2023
Lewis & Sarah, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2023
Kitty, Marian & Lola, Derwen
July 2023
Pete & Tara, Hafan
July 2023
The Lavercombes, Derwen
June 2023
Jane & Martyn, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2023
Paul, Lindsey, Morgan and Gwen, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2023
Joe, Derwen
May 2023
Heidi & Kevin, Hafan
May 2023
Graham and Linda, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2023
Laurie & Rosie, Hafan
May 2023
Ange & Jane, Llwynbwch Barn
April 2023
Carrie, Adam, Arthur & Alfred, Hafan
April 2023
Nathan & Sophie, Derwen
April 2023
The Downer family, Llwynbwch Barn
April 2023
Alex, Amy, Zoe and Eloise, Hafan
April 2023
Holly & Steven, Hafan
March 2023
Alice, Dan & baby Persephone, Derwen
March 2023
JH Jang from Korea, Hafan
Feb 2023
Laura, Matt, Arthur & Ted, Hafan
Feb 2023
Laura, Matt, Arthur, Ted, Glyn & Rosie, Llwynbwch Barn
Feb 2023
April, Derwen
Jan 2023
Aron & Elly, Derwen
Christmas 2022
Eloise, Derwen
Nov 2022
Maddy & Craig, Llwynbwch Barn
Nov 2022
Jane & Dan, Derwen
Nov 2022
Rhys & Elinor, Derwen
Nov 2022
Sal & Julia, Llwynbwch Barn
Nov 2022
Rebecca, Rich, Fern & Hazel, Llwynbwch Barn
Oct 2022
Josh & Luce, Llwynbwch Barn
Oct 2022
Chloe & Luke, Hafan
Oct 2022
Han & Jim, Derwen
Oct 2022
Emma & Aaron, Derwen
Oct 2022
The Lavercombes, Derwen
Sept 2022
Teresa & Rob, Llwynbwch Barn
Aug 2022
Ada, Doug & Lauren, Hafan
July 2022
Emily, Derwen
July 2022
Rob, Charlie & girls, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2022
Rachel & Ro, Derwen
July 2022
Sue & Jo, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2022
Kadim & Hanadi, Hafan
June 2022
Anna & Stella, Hafan
June 2022
Caitlin and Simon, Derwen
May 2022
Graham & Linda, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2022
Joey & Tom, Hafan
May 2022
Naomi & Jordan, Hafan
May 2022
Gideon & Beth, Hafan
March 2022
Steven, Sarah, Henry & Darcy, Derwen
April 2022
The Lavercombes, Hafan
April 2022
Hannah, Matt & Robin, Derwen
March 2022
Charlotte & Oscar (from New Zealand & Australia), Llwynbwch Barn
March 2022
Nicola & Dave, Llwynbwch Barn
March 2022
Renee & family, Llwynbwch Barn
March 2022
Becky & Simon, Hafan
Dec 2021
Nay & Scarlie, Hafan
Dec 2021
Mandy & Zahara, Llwynbwch Barn
Nov 2021
Catherine & Ian, Llwynbwch Barn
Nov 2021
Diane & Alex, Hafan
Nov 2021
Nick & Kay, Llwynbwch Barn
Oct 2021
Diane & Simon, Hafan
Oct 2021
Sue & Matt, Llwynbwch Barn
Oct 2021
Keith, Jade & Hannah, Derwen
Oct 2021
Margaret & Don, Llwynbwch Barn
Oct 2021
Cait & Dan, Derwen
Oct 2021
Alison, Angel & Anna, Llwynbwch Barn
Oct 2021
, Hafan
Sept 2021
Saba & Jacob, Hafan
Sept 2021
Lois, Shiv & Saskia, Llwynbwch Barn
Sept 2021
Helen & Julian, Llwynbwch Barn
Sept 2021
Divya & Vincent, Derwen
Aug 2021
SpeedoMick (aka Michael Cullen),
Aug 2021
Joe, Charlotte, Isaac & Rose, Derwen
Aug 2021
Rachael, Nick, Ben & Ro, Hafan
Aug 2021
Liv & Conor, Derwen
Aug 2021
Daryl & Grace, Llwynbwch Barn
Aug 2021
Barney, Elliot, Sandra & Jos, Hafan
Aug 2021
Matthew, Laura, Gethin & Ffion, Derwen
Aug 2021
The Burton-Major family, Hafan
July 2021
Pierre, Jamie & Fitz, Hafan
July 2021
Naho & Shingo, Derwen
July 2021
Jess & Luke, Derwen
July 2021
Sara & Rob, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2021
Tess & Peter, Derwen
July 2021
Winnie & Jeevan, Hafan
July 2021
Michael & Tamsin, Derwen
July 2021
Bex & Will, Derwen
July 2021
Will & Naomi, Derwen
July 2021
Tom, Soph, Gaz & Yaz, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2021
Sasha, Kermit & Erica (aged 3!), Hafan
June 2021
Ann & Dan, Hafan
June 2021
Arthur, Hafan
June 2021
The Mcleods, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2021
Toyah & Simon, Derwen
June 2021
Manny & Elena, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2021
Andrew, Jenny, Joanna, Leo & baby Claire, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2021
Martin, Jess & Isla, Derwen
May 2021
Josh, Rachel & Rosie, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2021
Jenni & Stu, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2021
Hannah & Axel, Hafan
May 2021
Graham & Linda, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2021
Gareth & Ash, Hafan
May 2021
Emma, Marc, Jack & Amber, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2021
Ben & Felicity, Hafan
May 2021
Elva & Ryan, Hafan
April 2021
Tom & Ric, Derwen
April 2021
Mike, Angharad & Osian, Derwen
April 2021
Laura, Matt, Eva & Glyn, Llwynbwch Barn
March 2021
Lauren & Guy, Hafan
March 2021
Laura, Matt, Ted & Arthur, Hafan
Tachwedd/ November 2020
Lea & Simon, Llwynbwch Barn
October 2020
Ellie & Felix, Llwynbwch Barn
October 2020
Antia & Roberto, Llwynbwch Barn
October 2020
Annabel & Gary, Llwynbwch Barn
October 2020
Bowley & Luis, Derwen
Sept 2020
Jody & family, Llwynbwch Barn
Sept 2020
Steve & Ashley, Derwen
Sept 2020
Bridget & Amy, Hafan
Sept 2020
Sarah & Jack, Hafan
September 2020
Laura & Matt, Derwen
August 2020
Jess, Matt, Chloe & Oscar, Llwynbwch Barn
August 2020
Adam, Ben & Joe, Llwynbwch Barn
Aug 2020
Irena & Michael, Llwynbwch Barn
Aug 2020
Becca, Tim, Sam & Harry, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2020
Stephen, Maria & Oskar, Hafan
July 2020
Elliot, Sadie & baby Samuel, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2020
The Gatehouse family, Hafan
June 2020
Tom & Ros, Hafan
Feb 2020
Sarah & Nicolette, Llwynbwch Barn
Feb 2020
Colin, Jo, Jess & Louise, Llwynbwch Barn
Feb 2020
Victoria, Alex & twins, Hafan
Feb 2020
Ed & Amy, Llwynbwch Barn
Feb 2020
Georgina & John, Derwen
Jan 2020
Tim & Jess, Llwynbwch Barn
Dec 2019
Mandy, Miles & Neil, Llwynbwch Barn
Nov 2019
Gemma & Anthony, Hafan
October 2019
Rob, Cecile & Elwyn, Llwynbwch Barn
Sept 2019
Will & Cressida, Derwen
August 2019
Genie & Alan, Llwynbwch Barn
August 2019
Simon, Hafan
Aug 2019
Elliot, Barney, Sandra & Joe, Derwen
Aug 2019
Rach, Nick, Ben & Ro, Hafan
July 2019
James & Lydia, Derwen
July 2019
Charlie & Adam, Hafan
July 2019
Helen & Jules, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2019
Rob & Teresa, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2019
Jane & Phil, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2019
Alex & Sue, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2019
Nick & Lily, Hafan
May 2019
Zoe, Sam, Ted & Ella, Hafan
May 2019
Mage & Doug, Derwen
May 2019
Dave & Marilyn, Llwynbwch Barn
May 2019
Amber & Taylor, Derwen
May 2019
Blythe & Serena, Derwen
May 2019
Annabel & Gary, Llwynbwch Barn
April 2019
Laura, Matt, Ted & Arthur, Hafan
April 2019
Dave & Michelle, Hafan
March 2019
Michael & Irena, Llwynbwch Barn
March 2019
Joy & James, Derwen
March 2019
Sarah & Phil, Hafan
Feb 2019
Becky & Rich, Llwynbwch Barn
Jan 2019
Rosanna & Paul, Derwen
January 2019
Rhiannon, Mark & Arabella, Hafan
Christmas 2018
Sally & Simon, Hafan
December 2018
Heather & James, Derwen
Nov 2018
Aditya & Nerissa, Derwen
Nov 2018
Sam, Barrie, Lucie & Lilie, Llwynbwch Barn
Sept 2017
Leela & Dave, Derwen
Sept 2018
Jade & Paul, Llwynbwch Barn
Sept 2017
Tapfuma & Veronika, Hafan
Sept 2018
Alex, Vikki, Violet & Augustus, Hafan
August 2018
Karen & Bill, Hafan
August 2018
Debbie, Mathilde & Greta, Hafan
July 2018
Britt & Ceclie, Hafan
June 2018
Nikki & Josh, Hafan
May 2018
Arlete, Matt, Alexander & Frank, Hafan
May 2018
Nadia, mum & daughter, Hafan
April 2018
Sally & Michael, Derwen
April 2017
Debbie, Stephen, Josh & Ollie, Llywnbwch Barn
Easter 2018
Rosie, Derwen
March 2018
Sally & Michael, Derwen
March 2018
Chris, Mims, Ethan and the bump!, Hafan
Oct 2017
Sami & Joe, Hafan
September 2017
Eve, Matt & Nora (4), Hafan
Aug 2017
Becca & James, Derwen
July 2017
Rob & Pen, Hafan
July 2017
Jen, Herb & Piper, Hafan
July 2017
Emily & Gary, Derwen
May 2017
Jessica & Craig, Hafan
May 2017
Simon & Laura, Hafan
May 2017
Lesley, Derwen
May 2017
Elisabeth, Derwen
April 2017
Danielle & Leonie, Hafan
April 2017
Anne-Marie, Joe, Cecilia & Patrick, Hafan
April 2017
Orla, Ava, Naomi & Christophe, Llwynbwch Barn
March 2017
Sarah & Dave, Hafan
Feb 2017
Harriet, Jon, Elliot & Oscar, Llwynbwch Barn
January 2017
Chris, Sarah & baby bump!, Llwynbwch Barn
New Year 2016
Birgit, Jonathan, Emma & Sam, Llwynbwch Barn
New Year 2016
Birgit, Jonathan, Emma & Sam, Llwynbwch Barn
December 2016
Naomi, Harry, Jessica & Jonny, Llwynbwch Barn
December 2016
Aden, Nikki, Aimee & Rich, Llwynbwch Barn
December 2016
Naomi, Harry, Jessica & Jonny, Llwynbwch Barn
November 2016
Serena & Dan, Hafan
Nov 2016
Adey, Nikki, Aimee & Rich, Llwynbwch Barn
November 2016
Tapfumo & Veronika, Hafan
October 2016
Laura, John & Rufus, Llwynbwch Barn
Oct 2016
Laura, John & Rufus, Llwynbwch Barn
October 2016
Fenella & Richard,, Llwynbwch Barn
September 2016
Adam, Danielle & Alexa, Hafan
Sept 2016
Chris & Mike, Llywnbwch Barn
Sept 2016
Andrew & Jacky, Llwynbwch Barn
August 2016
Hannah & Hannah, Hafan
October 2016
Amy & Tom, Hafan
August 2016
Jason & Abbie, Hafan
August 2016
Margaret, Hafan
Aug 2016
Mandy, Miles, Skye & Libby, Llwynbwch Barn
August 2016
Laura & Matt, Hafan
Aug 2016
Lottie and Casper (aged 4 & 3) & Zoe and John, Llwynbwch Barn
August, 2016
Zoe & John, Llwynbwch Barn
August, 2016
Mandy, Miles, Skye & Libby, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2016
Rob, Rebecca, Steffan & Briony Thied, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2016
Heidi & Oliver, Hafan
July 2016
Matt & Jamie, Hafan
July 2016
Susanne & Sanderijns, the Netherlands, Llwynbwch Barn
July 2016
Chris & Mike, Llwynbwch Barn
June 2016
Belinda & Sam, Hafan
May 2016
Lily & Harriet, Hafan
November 2015
Milly & Matt, Hafan
October 2015
Toni, Ru & Tilly, Hafan
June 2015
Troy, Fiona & Mika, Hafan
June 2015
Mike, Becky & Oli, Hafan
May 2013
Nicole & Val, Llwynbwch Barn
ExcellentBased on 23 reviewsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.jason R22/09/2023We had a very enjoyable and relaxing stay here , sept 2023 . Wished we could have stayed longer . We stayed in the cabin with a lovely log fire to keep us warm every night ,sat on the porch every night watching the stars and enjoyed the luxury of the main communal barn complete with log burner and cosy chairs to snuggle in while you read treasure island.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Rosie Evans19/05/2023A magical place, so relaxing and everything cosy, stylish and well designed (and much of it handmade by Adam!). The site is a beautiful, peaceful get-away while being in close proximity to Llandeilo & Llandovery, only half an hour from Carmarthen and close to loads of walks & interesting sites. Footpaths close by meant days out walking without the car which we loved. We didn't want to leave after 4 nights & there's loads more to explore in this stunning area. Lou & Adam were the perfect hosts. Thank you both so much ?Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Rachel Ellis30/04/2023We have now stayed three times at Llwynbwch. Once in Hafan and once in Derwen and also in the converted barn. The Barn is lovely and much more conventional in terms of a stay but the cabins are my favourite as it feels like a little adventure. These cosy cabins have everything you need, comfy beds and tea and coffee etc. It is like camping in a very luxurious tent that is waterproof and warm. The newly built shower block with family area is beautiful and whilst composting loos do force you to contemplate your own doings it has excellent eco credentials. The surroundings are beautiful and peaceful, the hosts are lovely welcoming gorgeous people and the walks and wildlife are stunning too. Cannot wait to come back. A tiny piece of heaven on earth.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Stephen Downer05/04/2023Fantastic stay in the beautifully converted barn - very cosy, well appointed and very comfortable beds. Hosts were lovely. There are stunning walks all around, and it is a great base for exploring the beautiful beaches, castles and sights nearby. There are also two pods on the property which looked very comfy and each can sleep a family of four. Highly recommended - we hope to be back soon!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Lyndsey Maiden13/11/2022Lovely cabins full of character with brilliant ownersTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Nat Stirland07/07/2022I absolutely loved this place. So peaceful and full of butterflies and other insects. The surrounding walks were easy and the scenery beautiful.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Ian Fowler05/10/2021Gorgeous location, even when grey and wet. Very accommodating and restful.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Lauren B06/04/2021We stayed at Hafan and loved it! It's a beautiful cabin with excellent hosts. It has everything you could need, and is surrounded by countryside. Recommend it!
Holders of several tourism awards and quality marks, Under Starry Skies has featured in the media for its pioneering approach to sustainable tourism and conservation.
Adam and Lou live in the farmhouse with our family. We promise guests a warm welcome and are happy to share handy information and ideas for exploring the area.
5% off all stays if you arrive by bike, train or electric vehicle.