Hafan (Welsh for Haven)
-bespoke off-grid cabin
-sleeps 2 adults & 2 small children
-in its own wild & secluded meadow
-wood burner
-fire pit
Hafan and Derwen cabins are each sited in their own meadow. A short walk from your car takes you down the footpath which connects the two cabins. If you continue down this path you’ll find woodlands, the river and on into the tiny village of Llansadwrn. In the summer months, an evening stroll will take you to the pub in about 20 minutes.
WHAT TO BRING
-food
-torches
-wellies or walking boots!
WHAT WE SUPPLY
-all bedding & towels
-woodburning stove & firewood
-private fire pit
-USB sockets, USB torch, bluetooth speaker
-mains plug sockets available for use at farmhouse
COOKING & KITCHEN
-double ring gas hob
-woodburning stove
-BBQ
-firepit & frying pan for cooking
-coolbox & ice packs in cabin, shared fridge/ freezer in farmhouse
-all crockery, cutlery, pots & pans, washing up liquid & tea towels supplied
-welcome supply of tea, coffee & Sugar
-we have a teeny tiny honesty shop, selling fresh eggs, home made jams & chutneys and local produce when seasonally available, along with a small selection of Welsh beers
WASHING
-bathroom with shower & loo in farmhouse
-private compost loo next to cabin
ENTERTAINMENT
-Playing cards, books, board games, boules, guitar, local guide books, WIFI available in the farmhouse
- Clad in locally sourced timber
- Insulated with wood fibre insulation
- All wooden framed double glazed windows
- Living roof for increased thermal efficiency & to help blend in to its environment
- Solar powered 12 volt system provides all electricity
- Waste recycling and composting toilet
- All fire wood from our land
- Mains electricity supplied by Ecotricity
- Only environmentally friendly products used for laundry, cleaning and washing up. If you bring your own please ensure they are septic tank friendly.
This off-grid cabin is set in its own wildflower meadow and has a large deck and lush living roof. Both Hafan and Derwen cabins were lovingly built by us, with the help of a good friend. Hafan nestles snugly in the corner of the meadow surrounded on three sides by woods and traditionally laid hedgerows. The birdsong and wind in the trees will provide the soundtrack to your stay. From the deck you can watch the sun dip below the hills or catch a glimpse of shooting stars whilst sitting round the campfire. On wilder days cosy up by the woodburner in your holiday haven.
Inside, the mezzanine double bed is above a cosy sofa area. This sofa can be split into 2 half sized beds for young kids (beds 120cm long). The wood burner keeps the cabin snug, perfect for cwtching up with a good book! You can experiment with one-pot cooking on the wood burning stove or use the twin gas hob in the kitchen area which is fully equipped with everything you’ll need, including running water. Eat inside or al fresco, at the patio table on the deck. Solar panels provide lighting for the cabin and USB charging sockets for topping up your phone. You’ll also find a guitar, bluetooth speaker, books, board games and playing cards.
Hafan has its own BBQ and fire pit, perfect for cooking sausages or toasting marshmallows while watching the clouds scud by or gazing at the incredibly starry skies. The Brecon Beacons National Park was designated the first International Dark-Sky reserve in Wales in 2013.
Hafan has its own private composting toilet in a tiny wood-clad hut, an eco friendly alternative which is completely sanitary and odour-free.
At the farmhouse there is a modern wetroom shower and toilet for your use. There is also a communal space with a fridge freezer, washing-up area, electrical sockets and WiFi. To help you discover the area and plan your trips, there is a wide range of tourist information to borrow, including OS maps, recommendations and lots of leaflets.
If you fancy a stroll, head out from the cabin and walk down the public footpath to the small river or explore the woodlands at Llwynbwch. Depending on when you visit, you may see bluebells, wood anemones, orchids, marsh marigolds, roe deer and butterflies and you’re sure to see red kites and buzzards.
Don’t forget to bring your wellies/ walking boots and a torch!