“The surroundings were beautiful, the french windows meant just siting looking was a pleasure, we lost count of the number of bird species we saw.”
The lack of internet and mobile phone signals just made the holiday more restful.
It was a great place for visiting Aberyswyth, Carmarthen, Brecon, Ludlow, Hereford, ... more
The lack of internet and mobile phone signals just made the holiday more restful.
It was a great place for visiting Aberyswyth, Carmarthen, Brecon, Ludlow, Hereford, Worcester, Shrewsbury and all places in between.
The real highlight was the nearby Red Kite feeding station of Gilgrin. Amazing.
Mrs Ricketts,
Glaslyn Estate Cottages
Llanwrthwl 1 mile. These four cottages stand in the grounds of the delightful 11-acre Glaslyn Estate which was once the home of the famous painter and fisherman HWB Davies. These welcoming Llanwrthwl cottages are in a lovely riverside location only yards from the banks of the River Wye, which runs straight through the estate. This wonderful holiday location is ideal for couples, families or dedicated fishermen who wish to enjoy a secluded, peaceful setting surrounded by beautiful countryside. Each of these four Mid Wales cottages has its own well-equipped facilities including fitted kitchens, cosy sitting rooms and glorious outside seating areas where you can truly appreciate the magnificent surroundings. From these cottages near Rhayader are miles of beautiful riverside walks where you can enjoy a huge variety of birdlife and may even see an otter on the bustling River Wye. Fishermen will enjoy this rare opportunity to enjoy some fabulous fly fishing for salmon, trout and grayling - all available at these cottages on the River Wye. Llanwrthwl is a small village with a local shop and an historic church, whilst the pleasant market town of Rhayader is less than three miles away and provides a variety of shops, pubs, restaurants and the popular Red Kite Feeding Station. This unspoilt region of Wales offers stunning scenery with the famous Elan Valley lakes and the Cambrian Mountain very close by. This is a rare chance to enjoy four charming Llanwrthwl cottages in a lovely riverside location which is a haven for wildlife, amidst a tranquil setting, for a truly relaxing break.
The property
This semi-detached cottage in Mid Wales is perfect for a couple looking for comfortable open plan holiday accommodation.
This Llanwrthwl cottage has a cosy bedroom with an en-suite shower room and welcoming living area.
The front covered patio and rear sitting area are ideal for dining alfresco after an exciting day out.
Note: This cottage can be booked with Refs. 22181, 22182 and 22183 to sleep 16 people.
Summary
- All ground floor
- One twin bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC
- Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
- Electric heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with FreeSat, DVD
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair on request
- Off road parking for 2 cars
- Front patio and rear sitting area with furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and petrol station 1.2 miles, pub 2.6 miles
- Note: Private salmon, trout and grayling fly fishing available on a catch and release basis only at £20 per rod, per week.
About the location
LLANWRTHWL
Rhayader 3.5 miles; Llandrindod Wells 7 miles; Builth Wells 10 miles.
The small village of Llanwrthwl sits on the River Wye in beautiful countryside between Builth Wells and Rhayader. Llanwrthwl is home to a small shop and St. Gwrthwl’s Church which is home to a prehistoric standing stone. The bustling market town of Rhayader is three and a half miles away and has an abundance of shops, restaurants, pubs and a leisure complex. The Red Kite Feeding Station on the outskirts of the town is a great attraction not to be missed, while the annual Royal Welsh Show is just one of the attractions in nearby Builth Wells, where a great variety of exhibitions and sales are held all year round. The beautiful Elan Valley offers a wonderful variety of walks and cycle trails, as well as a visitor centre with café and children's play area.
This property offers the following short breaks: