Guests say
Hillside Lodge is a spacious property ideal for large gatherings, offering ample room, a sizeable dining area, and a hot tub. The scenic views and large table for family dinners are particularly appreciated, creating a setting for memorable experiences.
The property is generally clean with comfortable beds and an ample supply of soft towels. However, some outdoor areas could benefit from more attention.
There is insufficient information to accurately assess the location as reviews focus on the property's immediate surroundings rather than its placement in the wider area.
The lodge provides comfort with spacious rooms and plenty of seating. The hot tub adds to the relaxing atmosphere, although some areas were noted to be a bit cold.
The lodge is well-equipped for large groups, with a good-sized freezer, two fridges, and plenty of cutlery. However, improvements are needed in outdoor furniture, lighting, and maintenance of the gutters and paving.
There are no mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Newtown 12.8 miles. Rurally-positioned in Llanbadarn Fynydd near Newtown, Powys, find this superb eight-bedroom holiday home, Hillside Lodge. Benefitting from a main house with access to an enclosed garden with hot tub, spacious living areas for the whole family, dog-friendly accommodation and a woodburning stove, plus a single-storey annexe, offering some privacy, Hillside Lodge welcomes up to eighteen guests for an escape to Mid Wales. Cross the threshold into your new home-from-home ready to kick back and relax in the spacious living/dining room, cosying up in front of the woodburning stove as your other half cooks up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen. Lay the table, ready to tuck into a feast as the wine is poured and conversation flows, or head out into the enclosed garden to savour an alfresco affair with the rolling Welsh countryside in the distance; treat yourself to a toasty dip in the bubbling hot tub and stargaze the evening away before retreating to the ground-floor bathroom or shower room to wash away the day. Choose from one of six neatly-presented bedrooms to unwind in before catching your rest ahead of another day of exciting adventures. The annexe compromises of an open-plan living space, providing all the essentials for a self-catered stay, along with two well-appointed bedrooms, including a double and a bunk room. Catch some rest before refreshing in the shower room, ahead of enjoying a coffee upon the elevated terrace. If you can tear yourself away, begin your itinerary in Newtown, home to the Robert Owen Museum, Dolerw Park and Pwll Penarth Nature Reserve, in addition to a handy array of shops and pubs so you can stock up on the self-catering essentials or treat your loved ones to a hearty lunch. In Llandrindod Wells, visit the National Cycle Museum, delight in some light entertainment at the Pavilion Mid Wales, embark on a scenic stroll around Llandrindod Lake or test out your golf swing at Llandrindod Wells Golf Club. Take a trip to Rhayader with a good selection of tea rooms, pubs, restaurants and amenities. Rhayader is the first town on the River Wye and is home to the spectacular dams and reservoirs of the Elan and Claerwen Valleys. The Elan Valley offers a variety of walks and cycle trails as well as a visitor’s centre with café and children's play area. Well-positioned to also pass the time in the Shropshire Hills AONB where you’ll find Stokesay Castle, Land of Lost Content and Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre, in addition to an impressive selection of picturesque walking and cycling trails, Hillside Lodge is the ideal base for your Welsh getaway, any time of year.
The picturesque Montgomeryshire landscape is home to Newtown, which has a bustling art gallery, museums, and a variety of bars and restaurants. It is situated on the banks of the River Severn. Theatr Hafren, one of Wales's top theaters, is located in Newtown and offers a variety of family-friendly entertainment, from comedic performances to opera. Explore the Norman Motte and Bailey castle ruins in the charming old county town of Montgomery, stroll through the famed Gregynog Hall's Grade I listed formal gardens, or head to the renowned Powis Castle and Gardens, which Prince Charles frequently visits. The award-winning restaurants, cosy pubs, and charming shops in the mediaeval market towns of Shrewsbury and Ludlow, as well as festivals and markets, such as annual Christmas markets, can be found there. Ludlow also has over 600 listed buildings and Ludlow Castle, so there is something to do all year long. The Roundton Hill Nature Reserve and Iron Age Hill Fort in neighbouring Churchstoke is a haven for biodiversity and the habitat of numerous native British birds. When the weather is fine, the 370-meter top offers a 360-degree panorama with expansive views of Shropshire and the high Welsh ranges beyond. The Centre for Alternative Technology and the Machnynlleth Golf Club are located in Machnynlleth, a small town nearby. While the sandy beach at Ynyslas is ideal for a family day out, the charming seaside resort of Aberdovey on the breathtaking Cardigan Bay shoreline is a heaven for watersports aficionados. Within an hour's drive of Newtown, all of these and more can be found, making it an ideal getaway all year long.
Accommodation
Main house.
Over three floors.
Six bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor double with sofa, TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin, 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x ground-floor twin with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x lower-ground-floor family room with double, two singles and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove.
Lower-ground-floor sitting room with electric fire.
Single-storey annexe.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x bunk.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Oil central heating.
Main house - Range electric cooker with oven and hob, microwave, 2 x fridges, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
4 x TVs and Wifi.
Single-storey Annexe - oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
TV and Wifi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 10 cars.
Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture and hot tub for main house.
Terrace patio with furniture for annexe.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Contact the owner if you require to bring more pets.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.6 miles, pub 2.8 miles.
Note: The terrace patio is not enclosed.
Note: The annexe is accessed via 18 steps; unsuitable for those with limited mobility
Reviews (5)
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Janet
The lodge was great we loved everything about it was big open airy lots of room for all of our families loved the large table so everyone can sit together for our family dinner hot tub was amazing would of liked a little outside light for the nighttime getting out of the hot tub was very dark beautiful views and will definitely book there again and we are looking forward to going back we made some fantastic memories with our families â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
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Adrian
Rooms are spacious and plenty of seating in the bottom floor lounge for everyone. First floor kitchen and dining area is also large, plenty of room for dining and cooking. Bedrooms also a good size. Hot tub easily fits 6 and alot of good chairs. We enjoyed our stay very much.
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Neil
We were disappointed with some of the outdoor areas and feel there is room for improvement. Some of the paving is loose or have big gaps, not ideal for children or the elderly. The patio furniture is in a shocking state, some of the chairs are broken causing one of our guests to fall to the ground when she sat on it. To look at it the chairs look OK but the really are in poor condition. All the gutters were overflowing when it rained and some of the down pipes are not even coupled together. Sad really we felt it just needs a bit of TLC on the maintenance side and new patio furniture to make the say a more enjoyable experience.