Local Hosts
Local host accommodation is not organised through the College, but the College can put you in touch with local homeowners who have accommodation available nearby.
You must visit and agree terms with your host and, if appropriate, agree a written contract so that both parties are clear on their responsibilities, how much you must pay and what is and isn’t included.
The college cannot advise on the terms of any agreements with local hosts as each situation is different but can provide a handy checklist of what to look for and ask when visiting a local host. If you would like a copy of the checklist please email accommodation@blackmountainscollege.uk
| Host Name | Location | Distance to Talgarth | Type of Accommodation | Facilities | Cost including bills | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carmen Morton | Mountain View, Genffordd Farm | 3 miles (6 mins by car) | Self-contained Annex | 1 bed, 1 bathroom (en-suite) View the Airbnb listing here: Mountain View, Brecon Beacons – Farm stays Location (including whether any transport links are nearby) There is a bus stop by Dinas Pub a 5-10 min walk, or a walk/bike ride to college down Penbont road. It’s a fully furnished one bedroom annex cottage with outside patio area and views of the mountain and dedicated car parking bay Contact to book via Airbnb for a discounted price. The property is available for continuous rent, but with a break of at least 1 day every few months at your convenience (cleaning will take place during this time). | £43 per night | Available from 1st September Call or WhatsApp 07470 295947 Email carmen.louise@live.co.uk |
| Emma Prosser | Near Talachddu | 5.8 miles (11 mins by car) | Self-contained | Open plan living space. Independent access via a wooden staircase and private parking. Wifi, smart TV and DVD player. Oil central heating and has a fully equipped kitchen. Set in a lovely garden with a pond and woodland, with a private patio. | Contact for pricing | Unavailable |
| Rosie Grandage | Allfechan Barn, Pontfaen | 15 miles (29 mins by car) | Self-contained barn | 1 double bed, ensuite shower and composting loo. Kitchenette and dining table/desk space, with a wood burner. There are vegetable growing areas and an orchard. Would suit 1 person or a couple who enjoy being in nature with the opportunity to immerse yourself inthe local hill farming community. Parking available. No pets. | £375 per month | Available from August Email roseygrandage@gmail.com |
| Jo Buffey | Abergavenny | 19 miles (34 mins by car) | Private room in a shared house | 1 x single room or double room (your preference). Shared bathroom, kitchen and living room. Nice garden. Owner is away a lot and looking for someone reliable to look after the place. In return for so doing, a low rent is offered (only asking to cover bills). Would suit someone mature with a car, or someone wanting part-time accommodation. Based in central town, walking distance to shops and bus stop. | £200 per month + house sitting arrangement | 07790905638 jobuffey@hotmail.com |
| Maggie Kerr | Edwards Court, Clyro | 7.3 miles (13 mins by car) | Private room in a shared house | Furnished double room with desk storage and private bathroom. Requests a female lodger. One person only. | £96 per week (£413 a month) | maggie@pitchfork.consulting |
| Mely Vera | Hay on Wye | 8 miles (15 mins by car but walkable to bus stop + direct bus to Talgarth) | Private room in a shared house | Single bedroom, furnished on first floor. Shared bathroom, kitchen and living space. Male lodger preferred. | £500 per month | Unavailable |
| Kathryn Tarr | Clyro | 9.3 miles (16 mins by car) | Private room in a shared house | Large en-suite room with own entrance area. Shared living space and kitchen. Click here to view images of the property. | £550 per month | Unavailable |
| Jayne and Fillippo | Penybont Barn, Llangorse | 4.2 miles (7 mins by car) | 2-Bedroom Cottage, whole house per night/short term stays only | Short term accommodation or mid-week accommodation. If a student needed accommodation 2 or 3 nights each week for a term, or for a month or so in off-season, we could do them a deal. Find out more here | Depends on agreement, contact for discussion | penybontbarn@gmail.com |
| Judith Kasasian | Hay on Wye | 7.9 miles (14 mins by car) | Private room in a shared house, per night stays only | 1 private bedroom with a shared bathroom, kitchen and living space in the town centre. This property is available on a per night basis midweek (2-3 nights per week max), not permanently throughout term. No smoking and no guests please. | £25 per night, 2-3 nights per week only | jkasasian@outlook.com 01497 821112 07501 219336 |
| Clare Parsons | River View, Brecon | 9.3 mils (16 mins by car) | Private room in a shared house | Double bed with storage, top floor bedroom with a river view. Shared bathroom, kitchen and living space with family. 1 person only, no visitors. A DBS will be required for this accommodation due to a house guest being under 18. | £125 per week | Unavailable |
| Sabrina Walby | Watton, Brecon | 9.9 miles (15 mins by car) | Private rooms in a shared house | 1 single room with shared bathroom 1 double room with private bathroom, suitable for one person or a couple. Shared living and kitchen spaces. Located near a bus stop with direct access to Talgarth. | £350 per month – single room £600per week – double room | 07774 367626 dandelion643@yahoo.co.uk |
| Beth | Llaneglwys | 10.5 miles (24 mins by car) | Private bedroom in a shared house | 1 double bedroom in a home shared with the family, on woodland smallholding in a beautiful, peaceful area surrounded by wildlife. Shared kitchen, bathroom and living areas. Board and lodging provided in exchange for 18-20 hours work per week (varies depending on time of year). Mix of working alongside someone and working alone, opportunity to lead in areas if you have the skills. Rural location, vehicle needed. | Free in exchange for 18-20 hours work per week. | Message Beth on 07814 088 192 and provide some information about yourself! |
| Emily Wilson | Brecon | 11 miles (15 mins by car) | Private room in a shared house Per night stays only | 2 bedrooms available (1 King room, 1 Double) in a 3-bed house, 10 minutes’ walk from Brecon town centre. Shared bathroom, living room, and kitchen. Property is an Airbnb but contact owner direct to discuss a better rate. | To be discussed – contact host | emilylwilson15@hotmail.com |
| Anna Howarth | Grosvenor Road, Llandrindod Wells | 22 miles (38 mins by car). Opposite T4 bus stop with direct route to Talgarth | Private room in a shared house | 1 single room in shared house. Included evening meal if needed. Shared bathroom and family kitchen | £125 per week | Unavailable |
| Miles | Ty Allt, Llanigon | 6 miles (14 mins by car) | Off-Grid Hut / Tiny Home | View the property and images via the AirBnB link here, but please contact Miles directly via phone/email to organise. Cosy double bed with a woodburner, single gas ring for cooking, 12v solar lighting and phone charging, a coolbox, its own compost loo and a hand water pump drawing from the spring. There is use of shared shower and fridge freezer in the stables below. | £100 per week | Unavailable |
| Nicola Pearce | Cwrt y Gollen, Crickhowell | 13 miles (25 mins by car) | Private room in a shared house Per night stays only | Double room with a private bathroom (not en-suite). Shared kitchen, dining room, utility room, living room, conservatory and garden. Parking space on the driveway for 1 vehicle. Mature students preferable. View images of the property here! | £25 per night 2-3 nights per week max | 07753 115951 nicola.pearce@live.com |
| Andrew Davies & Karen Sharp | Spa Road, Llandrindod Wells | 21.4 miles (36 mins by car) | Private room in a shared house | A double bedroom in a large five bedroomed property. Shared bathroom, kitchen, dining room and lounge. There is a front garden and rear garden and on-street parking. View images of the property here. | £450 per month | 07734341564 – Karen kas-2727@hotmail.co.uk 07598 013167 – Andrew awilliamdavies@gmail.com |
| Jan Hurst | Priory Court, Brecon | 9 miles (14 mins by car) | Private room in a shared house | A double bedroom with storage and a private bathroom in a shared 3-bed family home. | £460 per month | Unavailable |
| Geraint & Karen Skyrme | Black Mountains Annexe, Velindre | 3 miles (7 mins by car or 15 mins cycle) | Private Annex – Per Night Stays only | Per night accommodation, term time between Mon – Thurs ONLY. 2-bedroom annex (1 double bed and 2 single beds) with own bathroom, parking, small garden and amazing views. | £50 per night per person | Unavailable |
| Elaine – Gaia Partnership | Peterchurch, Herefordshire | 17.8 miles (30 mins by car) | Studio Apartment in Cottage | Studio apartment in cottage – own dining room, kitchen, shower room, bedroom with access to large conservatory, 1-acre organic garden, private parking and solar swimming pool. Visit their website for more information about the site. | £350-£650 a month depending on work exchange arrangement (£15 per hour deduction as agreed) | gaiapartnership@gmail.com |
| Richard Luff | Talybont-on-Usk, LD3 7YJ | 14 miles (approx. 30 mins by car) | Private Room in a shared house | Rear first floor bedroom for a single occupant. Sharing with owners living on the second floor (and a dog). Non-smokers only. Shared use of bathroom, interconnected lounge/dining room, and kitchen opening onto rear garden. Gated side passageway for safe storage of bicycles. No off-road parking but convenient on road parking. Work exchange on our nearby land may be possible (although is likely to be irregular) so any rent reduction would be on ad hoc basis. View more here | £450 per month, OR £24 per night for a minimum of 3 nights per week | richardluff06@gmail.com 07974 430406 |
| Sophie Price | Llandefalle LD3 0UN | 4.9 miles 12 mins by car | Private room in shared house | Available from January. A double bedroom with a sitting/working area with its own bathroom which includes a washing machine and dryer. The room has its own fridge freezer, microwave, kettle and toaster. £250 deposit for damages. Dog confident would be beneficial. | £550 per month | Unavailable – more information soon |
| Ann Vink | nr Llanfrynach, LD3 7LQ | 9.2 miles 20 mins by car | Private room in a shared house | Available from January. A medium room with a large single bed, a desk, and storage. Access to a bathroom shared with another female lodger (ex-BMC student). Living room and kitchen shared with residents (2 others). Parking and electric charger available. Car is essential due to remote location, surrounded by mountains woodlands, ideal for walking. Female lodger requested. 4 cats are in the house, must be comfortable with cats and happy to feed when alone in the house (food provided). View images here | £450 per month – a reduction is considered in exchange for gardening on the land (no-dig and no-mow methods used). | Unavailable |
| Susannah English | nr Dorstone, Herefordshire | 18 miles approx. 25-30 mins by car | Private room in a shared house | 2 private, lockable rooms available in a large country home in Herefordshire. Available from January. Bathroom shared between these 2 rooms only. Living area and kitchen space shared with all residents. Parking available and a large garden. View images here. | £600 a month. Eggs, fruit and veg also supplied where surplus available. | Unavailable |
| Anna Weston | Hay Road, Talgarth | 0 miles | Private room in a shared house | Large double bedroom sharing with owner in the centre of Talgarth. Would suit quiet or mature student. Bedroom is large and fairly self-contained with table and chairs, tea making area, etc. as formerly offered as an AirBnB. Shared use of kitchen and large bathroom. See images here. | £400 a month | Unavailable |