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Great Owl Lodge

Powys » Rhayader
Sleeps up to 4
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 2
Settled on the idyllic Oakwood Lodge Park, on the edge of the Welsh village of Rhayader, is this inviting, single-storey lodge, Great Owl Lodge. Boasting off-road parking and a private veranda with a hot tub, this delightful lodge is perfect for a family and their canine companions looking to escape everyday life. Following an afternoon of rambling the scenery of Mid Wales, make yourself at home in the open-plan living space, collapsing on the settee and flicking through the TV. Pop the electric fire on and head to the kitchen, home to an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, and fridge, so you can easily conjure up a dish. Gather all at the dining table and discuss the plans for the remainder of the holiday before breaking away to the bedrooms to catch your rest.
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About Great Owl Lodge

Settled on the idyllic Oakwood Lodge Park, on the edge of the Welsh village of Rhayader, is this inviting, single-storey lodge, Great Owl Lodge. Boasting off-road parking and a private veranda with a hot tub, this delightful lodge is perfect for a family and their canine companions looking to escape everyday life.

Following an afternoon of rambling the scenery of Mid Wales, make yourself at home in the open-plan living space, collapsing on the settee and flicking through the TV. Pop the electric fire on and head to the kitchen, home to an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, and fridge, so you can easily conjure up a dish.

Gather all at the dining table and discuss the plans for the remainder of the holiday before breaking away to the bedrooms to catch your rest. Start the morning with a rinse in the shower room before enjoying a fresh cup of coffee on the veranda.

Choose Great Owl Lodge and experience a relaxing holiday in Mid Wales. Note: This property can be booked with Refs.

1039135, 1037959, 1038273, 1038274, 1038275, and 1039134, 1126656 together sleeping up to 40 guests.

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Great Owl Lodge Reviews

Cabin needs work as its looks like its been a long time since it was last stainedpainted. Cabin was also pretty unclean and missing key items such as sweeping brush or vacuum to clean it properly yourself. Furniture was broken and hot tub was also pretty dirty. Over all pretty disappointed with our stay and wont be back.
Dennis
The price was very good considering it was over the NYE period. Excellent location, clear instructions, good facilities, good shower, clean, no pet smells for a pet friendly place. This location also incl hot tub. For the price this was reasonable 523 for 4 days in a 4 person cabin over the NYE period. What could have made it better... French style doors to hit tub let a draft in the kept the room below optimal temperature. We bought a fan heater for 17 at Tesco which resolved it. Great places to visit nearby including several waterfalls and countryside settings. Lots pubs and eateries nearby. Recommended.
A lovely location, the lodge was clean and tidy, reasonably comfortable although the sofas were not comfy. WiFi was very dodgy and frequently didnt work. The kitchen facilities were fine other than no bread knife or weighing scales. Heating was good, hot tub a nice and relaxing resource.
This would be 5 stars, if not for the beds. My fiance and I stayed here last week, our first weeklong getaway since COVID. Cabin is great, location private, hot tub wonderful, and easy to use the TV if you take a Chromecast and hotspot from your phone. Combiboiler for on demand heat and well appointed little cabins too. Honestly they're a delight in nearly every way. But the beds. My god. The double bed was dipped, thin, lumpy and the state of the sheets... I don't doubt they'd been cleaned, but incredibly old and stained. The pillows were also very thin and lumpy. The double bed was unsleepable for my partner and I, so for the next three nights we slept in the two singles. These weren't much better. The beds were so bad it put a downer on our whole stay. After a long drive and busy days, not being able to rest your body and sleep is a killer. We honestly found ourselves staying up late just avoid them. I can't overstate how bad they were. Combined with the heat 28c outside equalled 38c in the cabin we decided to bail a night early. Better an 8 hour drive overnight than even attempting to sleep in those beds in that heat. As lovely as these cabins are in every other way, we won't be coming back again. Everything is so undermined when such a core part is so severely lacking and I'm used to some pretty crap beds as I travel frequently for work. Also a note to the owners, several of the deck boards down to the hot tub are rotting and flexing heavily under weight. The veranda posts are also half rotted away. When I walked over the veranda to the table, you could feel the whole thing sway. Could be a personal injury claim within a few years if you're not careful! Overall, with a little attention paid to the beds and some TLC here and there, this would have easily been a 5 star review. The cabin was cosy, private and enjoyable in all other aspects.
Fab lodge, stunning location
Richard
This is the 3rd time we have stayed at the holiday park ever time in different ... This is the 3rd time we have stayed at the holiday park ever time in different lodges all excellent this is the smallest lodge we have stayed in but it was just for me and my wife and again if its piece and quiet you want this is the place everything you need is in the lodge this is the perfect retreat
Caitlin
Third year weve visited Oakwood Lodge. The hottub this year was no where near as good as the previous 2, a great trip away just disappointed as we know how good it can be
Was beautifully clean upon our arrival, very lovely lodge, great private layout to the park with stunning views, really enjoyed our stay. Could have done with a doormat inside, not just outside, and lacked the flame effect fire in the property description, which would have added a warmer feel and focal point. That said, really very minor points, we will definitely be going back.
Allison
We booked a hot tub lodge. Our whole search focussed on having somewhere to stay with a hot tub. The hot tub in our lodge was broken as we did not get to use it at all. We were offered the use of one in a lodge up the dark hill. Did they really want us to traipse up there in towels and swims and then walk back wet? We therefore did not get the break we booked. Disappointing.
Claire
Beautiful lodge Well equipped Quiet Stunning surroundings Hot tub made it extra special Would of been nice to have a few brochures leaflets telling of place's to visit from local attractions to supermarkets.
Justyna
Lovely , clean, comfortable, beautifully located lodge. Hot tub is a great addition. Outside space and facilities great. Outside balcony space perfect for morning coffee with an amazing view. Had a lovely stay. Thank you!
We had a lovely stay in lodge 7. The lodge was well equipped and clean. The hot tub was up and ready to use straight away and we enjoyed making the most of it during our stay. We had a lovely break and would definitely recommend the lodge and return ourselves.
Lauren
Lovely little lodge, clean and comfortable nice relaxing break, Until other holiday makers think it's acceptable to leave dogs off leads, and run over to my elderly labrador who doesn't need to be growled at or need to have to defend herself. Twice this happened with 2 separate dogs. Not acceptable. Why do people assume they're dogs are great. Clearly not all dogs are friendly all of the time. Just think people need to be reminded dogs on leads at all times whilst out of lodges.
The space between the lodges was absolutely perfect very private and relaxing the exercise area for the dog was perfect
The stay was great, lovely location and set up. Slight issue with a light bulb in the lodge but was sorted promptly.
Francesca
Beautiful lodge in a beautiful setting! Hot tub was a huge plus! Thank you for a wonderful stay.
This is the first time we have done this type of holiday but it will not be the last. Really helpful staff, great lodge and location. If I had to pick a negative it would be the shower was just warm and not very powerful but it was liveable. I will be booking again. The toaster blew the fuse and the staff answered straight away and sorted the issue within 10 mins. Great holiday and we will see you again, thank you.
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The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Great Owl Lodge, with real driving times.

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Clun Castle

Sat nav: SY7 8JT

Dramatic riverside Welsh border ruins with a tall Norman keep, free to explore and welcoming to dogs.

  • Families
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Clun Castle is a ruined Welsh border castle on a rocky mound beside the River Clun, on the edge of the small, picturesque town of Clun. Founded shortly after the Norman Conquest, it still has its tall 13th century keep, which unusually sits on the side of the mound, along with extensive earthworks to wander around.

Tip: Wear sturdy footwear as the grounds have steep slopes and uneven ground; there is a free car park next to the castle, with toilets, reached by a footbridge with steps.

Castle 56 min drive · 34.1 miles

Hay Castle

Sat nav: HR3 5DG

A restored Norman castle and Jacobean mansion in Hay-on-Wye, with a rooftop view over the town and River Wye.

  • Couples
  • Rainy days
  • Dogs welcome
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Hay Castle is a medieval fortification with a 17th-century mansion alongside, right in the centre of the book town of Hay-on-Wye. Founded by the Normans and rebuilt in stone around 1200, it has been attacked and burnt several times over the centuries.

Tip: Use the large public car park off Oxford Road, which has free electric vehicle charging points. Dogs must stay on a lead, and are welcome on the ground floor, in the café and in the grounds.

Castle ruins 59 min drive · 33.4 miles

Aberystwyth Castle

Sat nav: SY23 1DZ

Edward I's seaside castle ruins, with waves breaking close to the walls and plenty of Welsh history.

  • 1-2 hours
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Aberystwyth Castle is a Grade I listed fortress on the Ceredigion coast, begun by Edward I in 1277 during the first Welsh war. It was built as a diamond-shaped concentric castle, with a twin-towered gatehouse and towers at each corner, and was finished in 1289.

Tip: Bring a windproof layer, as the castle sits right by the sea and the Welsh coast can be breezy and wet.

Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.