White House

ID: S1018649

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 9
  • ・ Pets 2

Guests say

Guests consistently praise the White House for its stunning views, peaceful surroundings, and high standard of comfort and facilities. The property's cleanliness and modern amenities are highlighted, along with the thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, creating a welcoming atmosphere for both humans and pets.

Reviewers have not reported any issues with cleanliness, and one explicitly mentions 'general cleanliness' positively. However, without more detailed comments on this aspect, a perfect score cannot be justified.

The location is frequently described as scenic and peaceful, with beautiful views and proximity to local amenities. The presence of nature and the property being dog-friendly contribute to the high score.

Comfort is a recurring theme, with guests mentioning underfloor heating, modern bathrooms, and a warm atmosphere. The property is described as a lovely place to return to after a day out.

Facilities are highly praised, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen, modern bathrooms, and overall great facilities. The property is well-maintained and equipped to a high standard.

The hosts are commended for their thoughtfulness, including personal check-ins and providing fresh bread and milk. Gifts like dog beds and Christmas decorations are appreciated, though it's noted that such personal touches may vary and are not guaranteed.

About this property

White House; an ideal choice for your next family gathering and is a beautiful oak-framed detached house set in the idyllic surroundings of the Welsh countryside. With fabulous contemporary features like underfloor heating and an excellent range of kitchen appliances, along with the rustic charm of exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace, White House has all you need for a wonderful stay in the village of Llandyssil near Montgomery. Relish quality time with your loved ones within the serene sitting room, where large plush sofas including a classic Chesterfield offer a relaxing spot to settle, with a woodburning stove within the fireplace to add extra warmth, you can enjoy a film on the Smart TV or simply continue the conversation over drinks.

Discover a wonderful social space in the kitchen/diner, thanks to the stylish breakfast bar you can keep the chef of the group company as a delicious meal is prepared, with a large range cooker and gas hob and an American-style fridge/freezer at your fingertips, with more appliances to make use of in the utility room. Beneath bright spotlights and atop the sleek tiled floor, make your way to the lovely circular dining table to serve up dinner, perfectly positioned before the floor-to-ceiling windows in the patio doors to afford you scenic views while you dine. A ground-floor bedroom provides those with limited mobility a wonderful sleeping spot, with a king-size bed here along with an en-suite wet room boasting a walk-in shower, basin and WC, as well as a heated towel rail, with a handy cloakroom with a basin and WC on this floor too.

Take the stairs up to the first floor, admiring the modern built-in step lights as you go, before reaching the remaining three bedrooms, with a king-size, a super-king-size and a further super-king-size with an en-suite wet room, each offering luxurious, well-furnished havens to return to each evening, with the super-king-size beds being zip/link and able to be arranged into twin beds via prior request to suit your group! Relax within the large, sparkling bathroom with a bathtub for long soaks after a day of rambling, and a sleek walk-in shower to feel refreshed in. With a wonderful enclosed garden, that has a large lawn for little ones to enjoy too while you watch from the patio, admiring the beautiful rolling hills surrounding you.

The village of Llandyssil rests next to the bustling town of Montgomery where you can pick up any food and essentials from the local shops and supermarkets, as well as indulge in hearty pub grub at one of the pubs here, or visit an award-winning brewery, Monty's Brewery, for some fine local ales. Pull on your walking boots and prepare for adventure along the famous Offa's Dyke Path, with this 8th-century route carved out by King Offa, now offering 177 miles of walking trail to enjoy which loosely follows the Welsh/England border; hop on in Montgomery and head north to Welshpool or go south into the stunning Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Spend an afternoon visiting the amazing National Trust Powis Castle where ornate interiors and a wide Indian collection are sure to impress, along with the beautiful castle architecture and grounds. Go back in time by taking a trip on the Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway, travelling 16 miles by narrow gauge steam train through the picturesque Mid-Wales countryside, it's a lovely and leisurely way to enjoy the views. More history is to be discovered at Montgomery Castle with these Norman ruins dating from the 11th century, whilst The Old Bell Museum is a locally-run museum set within a 16th century converted inn, now telling the history of the local area with exhibitions and collections.

Enjoy a wonderful stay with your loved ones in this beautiful Mid-Wales setting at White House.

The town of Montgomery sits just one mile from the border of England in Mid Wales. Popular with tourists, the town has a delightful selection of individual shops and a variety of pubs and restaurants, including the Michelin star restaurant, The Checkers, a fabulous way to make your holiday truly special. Pay a visit to the ruins of the 13th century Montgomery Castle, which enjoys beautiful views over the town’s timber-framed houses and cobbled streets, and beyond across Wales. The castle also hosts productions of touring theatre groups regularly during the summer. A few miles to the south is the historic market town of Bishop's Castle, an excellent place for a day or night out with its excellent pubs, live music and festivals throughout the year. The wider area is wonderful for walking and there are many cycle routes in the surrounding countryside with varying levels of difficulty. You can venture further into Wales with a drive up to the Snowdonia National Park, or directly west to Cardigan Bay, for the day, or hop back over the border and explore the Shropshire Hills aonb. A charming destination for a holiday.

EPC Rating: Band D

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size and Sofa bed with en-suite wet room shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, super-king on request), 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite wet room shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size.

Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

LPG gas underfloor heating with woodburning stove.

Range cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and cot available upon request.

Off-road parking for four cars.

Enclosed garden with lawn, patio and seating.

If you are staying for a special occasion, then please contact us to advise what the occasion is so the owner can accommodate you.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4.3 miles, pub 3 miles

Nearby points of interest

  • Powis Castle

Reviews (9)

  • Wasim

    Fantastic surroundings giving you some wind down time.

  • Jonathan

    Close to Montgomery, Newtown and Welshpool with an abundance of pubs and restaurants to try. Its a dog friendly property which we really appreciated, with fencing and gates so they can roam freely to their hearts content. Nice personal touches including dog bed, blankets, towels and bowls. Some wonderful touches for us humans, including dressing gowns, toiletries and the owner Ffion checking in personally with us.

  • Duncan

    It is a lovely home in a beautiful setting. Great facilities and very comfortable. Thank you to the owner for checking in with us

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