Guests say
Cuckoo Hill Lodge receives glowing praise for its immaculate cleanliness, stunning rural location, and exceptionally welcoming hosts. Guests consistently highlight the well-equipped, spacious lodge, beautiful views, and the relaxing hot tub. The property is especially appreciated by dog owners and families, with a secure garden and thoughtful touches throughout. Many mention the warm hospitality and personal touches from the hosts, making for a memorable and comfortable stay. Minor issues, such as the closure of the local pub or occasional technical hiccups, are far outweighed by the overwhelmingly positive experiences.
Cleanliness is repeatedly described as immaculate, spotless, and second to none, with no negative comments. Multiple guests specifically mention the high standard of cleanliness throughout the lodge.
The location is widely praised for its tranquillity, beautiful views, and proximity to attractions like the Elan Valley. A single mention notes the local pub is closed, but this is not seen as a major drawback.
Guests consistently describe the lodge as spacious, cosy, and homely, with comfortable beds and a relaxing atmosphere. The secure garden and well-equipped kitchen add to the comfort for both families and dog owners.
Facilities are highly rated, with frequent mentions of the well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, log burner, games, and enclosed garden. One minor suggestion was for more outdoor cushions, but overall satisfaction is extremely high.
The hosts are repeatedly commended for their thoughtful gestures, such as homemade cakes, eggs, and treats for both guests and dogs. While these gifts are frequently mentioned, it should be noted that such extras are not guaranteed.
About this property
Fabulous lodge, ideal for families and friends and perfectly located to enjoy all that Wales has to offer.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 50" Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, No Toilet
Separate Toilet..
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack.. Enclosed, lawned garden with sitting-out area, garden furniture and football net. Hot tub for 6 (private). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Cuckoo Hill Lodge is in the heart of Mid Wales, surrounded by rolling hills. The lodge is all on the ground floor and has an open plan living area with a wood burner and large TV, and a well equipped kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. In the private garden you can relax in a hot tub as you ease your walking muscles after a day exploring.
There is plenty to do in this area, and a visit to the Elan Valley is a must as the scenery is just simply stunning, with forested areas, waterfalls and Victorian dams, great for walkers, cyclists and bikers. The Red Kite feeding and rehabilitation centre is not far from the property, and the sheep dogs put on a great show moving the cattle and sheep from the fields before feeding starts. The Gilfach Nature Reserve is a fabulous place to take a walk with its small rapids and waterfalls. The market town of Rhayader has plenty of restaurants and coffee shops, local amenities and stores.
For those wanting to travel further afield, then the market town of Builth Wells is 9 miles away and home to the Royal Welsh Showground, which hosts multiple events throughout the year. The spa town of Llandrindod Wells is 12 miles from the property and hosts a great golf course and lots of open country parks. The Brecon Beacons National Park is 35 miles from the property for those more adventurous, where a day climbing Pen Y Fan is a must, with its panoramic views. Shop, restaurant 2½ miles, pub 3 miles.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (47)
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Paulina Polańska
Beautiful place ! Has got everything you need ! Hot tub! Views and plenty of space for kids and dogs , Ann the owner is the nicest person ever ! Highly recommended
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Christine from Brighton
We enjoyed a fabulous family holiday at Cuckoo Hill Lodge. The setting was absolutely stunning and the Lodge was exceptionally clean and comfortable and had everything we needed and more. Our host, Ann was very kind and helpful and we appreciated the home baked cakes, eggs and milk on arrival and delicious Welsh cakes to enjoy on our journey home. The Lodge is situated in one of the most stunning regions of the UK we have ever stayed in and the Elan Valley reservoirs were breathtaking. It was awesome to see so many Red Kites flying about and thoroughly recommend visiting the Red Kite feeding centre which is close by to learn more about these captivating birds who are now thriving in the area thanks to the conservation programme after nearly becoming extinct. The Lodge is very well appointed and luxurious and we loved going in the hot tub and looking up at the stars. Our grandsons and doggies had such a great time alongside their Mum and Auntie. The beds were very comfortable too and the furnishings were new and carefully considered to offer a luxurious environment. Ann left beautifully arranged wild flower displays that we all appreciated to add that special touch. We have enjoyed many cottage holidays and Cuckoo Hill Lodge is right up there with the best and offers exceptional value for money.
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Amanda Rhodes
I have just spent a fantastic week at Cuckoo Hill Lodge with my family, including 3 boys and 2 dogs. The lodge is down a quiet country lane, and the owners are just next door and came to show us around the facilities when we got there.The Lodge itself was clean, roomy and had everything we needed for our stay. It had a large modern kitchen and everything was well maintained. On arrival, there was tea and coffee, milk, eggs and the owner Anne had made a fantastic cake for us 🍰 There were also a large selection of homemade jams to buy.Big TV in lounge and Wi-Fi to keep the children entertained on an evening, as well as lots of boards games and books. There is a large, enclosed garden, which was perfect for the kids to play and the dogs to safely run around. Luckily, we had lovely weather during our stay so made good use of the outdoor seating area and hot tub. And it was lovely to see the red kites flying over the garden every day.The lodge was a short drive from the local town Rhayader, which has local shops had a nice riverside walk. It was about 20 minutes to larger town for supermarket. It was also driveable to Elan Valley for nice walks around dam and reservoir.Overall, a perfect location for quiet week away in mid Wales. I would definitely recommend a stay in the Cuckoo Hill Lodge. Thank you to Ann and Mick for a lovely stay.