The Skreen

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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

About this property

Historic Setting: The Skreen in Builth Wells is housed in a recently renovated historic building. Guests enjoy garden and terrace views, complemented by free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, bathrobes, and garden or mountain views. Additional amenities include streaming services, work desks, and soundproofing for a relaxing stay. Delicious Breakfast: A full English or Irish breakfast is served, including gluten-free options. Guests can also enjoy juice and fruits each morning. Convenient Location: Located 108 km from Cardiff Airport, The Skreen is near attractions such as Elan Valley (33 km) and Builth Castle (18 km). Free on-site private parking is available.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Breakfast info

    • Full English/Irish, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Room type
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1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Margaret
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Exceptionally welcoming, best place we have ever stayed in. Travelling around Wales and seeing various properties for two night stays, this one tops them all.”
  • Margaret
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Skreen is in a lovely setting, our hosts were very welcoming. The ambience of the hotel and its bedrooms is both relaxing and tasteful. Breakfast were excellent with plenty of choice. We would be happy to recommend to friends.”
  • Ab
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The room was beautiful with attention given to every detail. What a lovely bathroom and roll top bath. Lovely welcome from our hosts who were so kind and attentive. Thank you so much. We loved it.”
  • Eileen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Excellent in every way , beautiful quiet location , super breakfast , comfortable room and bed , warm , welcoming owners”
  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Absolutely lovely property nestled in the beautiful Welsh countryside with stunning views. Lovely spacious and clean room with a really comfy bed. David and Julie were excellent hosts who could not have been more helpful. Breakfast was brilliant too.”
  • Vikki
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “I LOVE THIS HOTEL!! This is my 4th visit and the 1st time I stayed in the Blue Ash Room. This room is delightful! I love the traditional bath! So comfortable amd relaxing. Perfect stay!”
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Property The interior of the house The room The breakfast The hosts”
  • Timothy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “It an absolutely wonderful place to stay. Its location , and just about everything is perfect. The owners are so nice and couldn’t do enough for us.”
  • Jolanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Beautiful property set in a scenic location. Warm and friendly welcome, great breakfast, the roll top bath, spacious bathroom and room, well-cared for property. Great getaway.”
  • John
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Breakfast was good. Beautiful location and countryside”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Julie & David relocated from York to Heart of Wales

Company review score: 10Based on 117 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We decided to leave the city and relocate to the country side in the heart of Wales where we have renovated our beautiful Country Home. We love meeting people from all over the world and welcoming them to our home. We enjoy reading, exercising, travelling, and exploring. Living at the Skreen is a whole new way of life for us and a fabulous welcoming experience for all our guests. We serve all locally sourced produce for a hearty breakfast to set you up for the day.

Property information

The Skreen is a beautiful country home set in 6 acres of landscaped gardens situated in the picturesque Wye Valley within the triangle formed by Hay-on-Wye, Brecon and Builth Wells. Recently refurbished to a high standard we offer 4 luxury boutique, individually styled King and Double rooms with en-suite/bathrooms all named after the trees in the gardens. All the rooms have breathtaking panoramic views of the Black Mountains, Wye Valley and Gardens. Toiletries, tea/coffee facilities, flat screen TV, hairdryer, robes, towels are included. Complimentary Full English Breakfast is provided in the opulent dining room with inglenook fireplace and built in wood burning stove. Well known for no light pollution and no noise either, breathe the freshest air and view amazing sunsets and stargazing skies making it the perfect getaway and a peaceful night's sleep. We offer a great location, amazing views a warm welcome. Plenty of on-site parking and all our ingredients for breakfast are sourced locally with fresh eggs from the local farm.

Neighbourhood information

Set in the Heart of Wales with fantastic views over looking the Black Mountains and Wye Valley, not far from the Brecon Beacon National Park, Hay-on-Wye and Builth Wells where there are a host of outdoor activities including walking, canoeing, pony trekking, cycling, sailing, hill walking, exploring castles, Pembrokeshire coast and beaches. Cleanest pure air and amazing stargazing skies and stunning sunsets. There are plenty of places to eat and drink all serving delicious food from the local pubs to restaurants just a short drive away. Easy access transport routes.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 19:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 00:00 and 06:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Skreen 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.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.