About this property
Historic Setting: Rooms at The Usk in Talybont offers a unique stay within a historic building. The property is adults-only and features garden and mountain views. Comfortable Accommodations: Each room includes a private bathroom with a bath, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include a refrigerator, electric kettle, TV, and wardrobe. Guest Facilities: Guests can relax on the terrace or outdoor seating area. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Local Attractions: Brecon Cathedral is 11 km away, Longtown Castle and Clifford Castle are 38 km from the guest house. Cardiff Airport is 82 km distant. Boating is available in the surrounding area. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its convenient location, room cleanliness, and comfort.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free WiFi
- Free parking
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Guests who stayed here loved
Neil
United Kingdom“Such a great location, central to the National Park. The room was homely and the bed very comfortable, slept well every night. Very friendly host, gave me some good recommendations for places to visit.”
Elena
United Kingdom“It is rare to book into a hotel and find everything so thoughtfully arranged in terms of aesthetics and functionality ~ not to mention the warmth, genuine care, and attention the owners have given us. Although it was a short stay, we loved...”
Ann
United Kingdom“A lovely place to stay. I was made to feel very welcome. The accommodation was exceptionally clean and comfortable and of the highest standard and I throughly recommend Rooms at the Usk.”
Christine
Australia“Our host was very friendly & accommodating, giving us plenty of information about the area & things to do.
The room was cosy & welcoming with nice little touches.”
Roger
United Kingdom“The hosts were very nice, welcoming and helpful. The setting is quiet and in the midst of lovely walks.”
Barbara
United Kingdom“Ideal for a night or a couple of nights to explore the area”
Irinuca
United Kingdom“I absolutely loved this place. It was immaculate, comfortable, good size room, beautiful decor with attention to detail. The owners were very attentive and friendly.”
Nicola
United Kingdom“Rooms at the Usk was perfectly located for us as we were walking part of the Taf Trail. We were warmly welcomed and shown to our prettily and interestingly decorated room, which overlooked the garden.
We were delighted that there was a bath; just...”
Gary
United Kingdom“Spotlessly clean with comfortable beds, and very pleasant hosts”
Helen
United Kingdom“Beautiful property in a gorgeous area, very comfortable, clean, and quiet. Loads of bonus extras in the room - fresh milk!! - and Steve and Sam were just so friendly and welcoming. I’ll be coming back for sure!”
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.
Hosted by Stephen and Samantha Price
9.9
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Stephen and Samantha Price
Rooms at the Usk started life in the early 1800's as 'The Usk Hotel' adjacent to the former Railway Station on Station Road in the Beautiful Village of Talybont-On-Usk.
These Days it is owned and Run by Stephen, Samantha and their Family who host the Property as a Guest house for Visitors to the Brecon Beacons.
The Property is well maintained and has had a recent revamp designed to the taste of Sam, the rooms are Quiet, Tranquil, classically furnished and above all, bright and Spotlessly clean.
Our rooms are equipped with either Double, King sized or Superking Beds (No Singles or Twins), all being En-Suite with Bathtubs in each, (NB No Showers here!) Each room has a Mini Fridge (with complimentary Mineral water bottles and a Fresh Milk Bottle), a Flat Screen TV and A welcome Tray is Provided on Arrival. Hairdryers and Ironing gear are provided on Request.
Over night Cycle storage is available (Please pre-advise).
At This time we have taken the Decision not to provide Breakfast, however we have reduced the room Rates to Reflect this. We Hope the economic climate improves in the near future allowing us to start offering Breakfasts again. for current availability and best prices please checkout the Usk d0T co D0t uk
Married for almost thirty years, and as you would guess Sam is always right!
Both are Daily working Business people, Steve runs a his own Transport business, Sam works full time with our Daughter Lylah providing Housekeeping both commercially and domestically in our local area.
We are not always on Site but always contactable, we strive for you to feel welcome and comfortable during your stay, and want you to feel can come and go as you please.
Rooms at The Usk's location is as good as it gets - attracting a healthy local trade as well as visitors to the Brecon Beacons National Park.
Talybont-On-Usk has two Inns that are just a 5 minute walk away, The Star Inn and The White Hart inn, the village also Boasts an All in one Cafe/Shop/Post office.
Close to the heart of the Beacons, Pen-Y-Fan and the market town of Brecon, and also handy for South, west and Mid Wales. Guests can go walking, fishing or cruising the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal and the Usk River, which Both flow through Talybont-on-Usk.
Language spoken: English
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House rules
Rooms at The Usk takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
Please inform Rooms at The Usk 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.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
