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Marches Way

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4.7
out of 5
Powys » Rhayader
Sleeps 2
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 1

Embark on a serene escape to a charming shepherd's hut, nestled on the outskirts of Rhayader, where the enchanting Marches Way unfolds before you. This all-ground-floor studio layout is the perfect romantic retreat for two, boasting a cosy double bedroom and a modern shower room.

Indulge in the luxury of your private hot tub, an idyllic spot to unwind and soak up the breathtaking countryside views. The hut's open-plan living space is thoughtfully designed with a kitchen, dining area, and sitting area, ensuring a comfortable and intimate getaway.

With off-road parking, a delightful garden patio, and the added convenience of broadband/WiFi, this accommodation caters to all your needs.

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About Marches Way

Embark on a serene escape to a charming shepherd's hut, nestled on the outskirts of Rhayader, where the enchanting Marches Way unfolds before you. This all-ground-floor studio layout is the perfect romantic retreat for two, boasting a cosy double bedroom and a modern shower room.

Indulge in the luxury of your private hot tub, an idyllic spot to unwind and soak up the breathtaking countryside views.

The hut's open-plan living space is thoughtfully designed with a kitchen, dining area, and sitting area, ensuring a comfortable and intimate getaway.

With off-road parking, a delightful garden patio, and the added convenience of broadband/WiFi, this accommodation caters to all your needs. Whether seeking tranquillity or adventure, this splendid retreat is a splendid choice for couples and their furry friends.

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Getting To Marches Way

Find your way to your perfect hot tub retreat

To get to Marches Way, if travelling by car, take the M4 motorway and follow signs towards Rhayader. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is in Llandrindod Wells, from where you can take a taxi or bus to reach your destination.

Is Marches Way Right For Your Group

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For Families

This destination is a joy for families with children, offering a safe and enclosed garden for play. While there are no specific on-site activities for children, the surrounding area is rich in natural beauty, perfect for family walks and exploring the great outdoors.

For Couples & Romance

Couples will find this destination idyllic, with its tranquil setting and romantic hot tub. Nearby, the Elan Valley offers picturesque walks, while the local town provides intimate dining options for a perfect day out.

Within Walking Distance

What you can reach on foot from Marches Way

A short walk away you'll find local shops, inns, and pubs, along with scenic walking routes for a leisurely stroll in the countryside.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Marches Way

Does this cottage feature a hot tub?
Yes, this cottage boasts a private hot tub, offering guests a luxurious and relaxing experience amidst the picturesque countryside views.Is this accommodation pet-friendly?Absolutely, the property welcomes two well-behaved pets, making it an ideal choice for guests wishing to bring their furry companions along for a memorable stay.What type of heating is available at the cottage?The cottage is equipped with electric central heating, ensuring a warm and comfortable environment throughout your stay, regardless of the weather outside.Can I park my car at the property?Yes, there is off-road parking available at the property, providing convenient and secure parking for your vehicle during your stay.Is there a garden or outdoor space included?Indeed, the cottage features a lovely garden and patio area, perfect for enjoying the fresh air and scenic views that surround this delightful retreat.Does the cottage offer internet connectivity?Yes, guests will have access to broadband/WiFi during their stay, allowing for easy internet connectivity and the ability to stay in touch with the outside world.

Marches Way Reviews

Esther
Everything was very easy and well organised from start to finish. The booking process was simple, all the information was clear, and everything went smoothly with the holiday. I had a great time, enjoyed the stay at Marches Way. It was lovely to have a few supplies in the lodge when I arrived, milk, coffee, tea and sugar along with all linen, towels and tea towel provided. It is a beautiful site, very relaxing and the surrounding areasattractions are really worth a visit. The Red kite feeding, the Rhayader museum, the Elan Valley, the nature reserves etc. I did only know that the location of Marches Way was on a Holiday Wales site as I had seen a review mentioning that the postcode wasn't correct, this could be updated on the site for future bookings.
Excellent accomodation,good communication with owners if there are any probs.
Carolyn
Lovely shepherds hut with a decking and large grassed area for our dog. The private hot tub was a welcome addition. The hut was spotless, bright and romantic. It had everything we needed for our few days away. The views from the site are amazing. We are hoping to return.
Really enjoyed my stay at marches way. Very secure garden for the dogs and in a perfect location with elan valley only 10 mins away and with the town being only 5 mins away. The views are immaculate and the lodge was so cosy and comfortable. Will definitely return
Hajira
Originally when booking via sykes it did not state anywhere it was part of a holiday park, it gave me the wrong post code which added an unessasary 1015 min onto the drive. So we had to call the numbers provided in emails. The guys were very helpful, not only for directions but also for helping get the key back
Christopher
Brilliant setting helpful staff very clean site would I go back yes next year
Lovely surroundings and peaceful place lots of development going on but was not an issue at all cottage was smaller than anticipated but that could have been down to our expectations being wrong. Had a lovely week and lots of things to do around the area would recommend to others we had a very hot week but a great week.
Nice clean and compact property. Stunning views and helpful owners, Hot tub amazing and cleaned, checked regularly.
We had a lovely time at Marches Way. The views were incredible. The garden was perfect for the dogs. We would definitely book again.
Had a great stay, absolutely loved the site and accomodation. only improvements would be to get rid of the wooden twig chair that's falling apart outside and more lighting around the hot tub would be helpful as its very dark at night.
We had a lovely stay and enjoyed the hot tub very much, although. instructions of how to use combioven would have been useful. We would have also liked some information on the surrounding area as we had never visited before and wasted a lot of time finding our way around. Otherwise a lovely place to stay ,fabulous views across the valley, great fully enclosed garden for the dog and very peaceful. Would happily book to visit again.
Hannah
Having visited earlier in the year I was really disappointed to see how much this property has deteriorated in such a short space of time. The weather was appalling on the first night but regardless, I think its reasonable to expect the property to withstand such conditions. However, water leaked through the vent attached to the wall cupboard spoiling food and causing quite the inconvenience. Many of the kitchen appliances were not as clean as I would have expected, I suspect previous stayers did a poor job of cleaning them and this wasnt checked before we arrived, between that and the empty hand sanitising station attached to the property I feel the efforts to meet Covid regulations were poor. Whilst ensuring that I picked up the waste of my own dog I found multiple piles of waste from other dogs from previous stays. Like the kitchen appliances, I would expect the cleaners to be checking this rather than relying on previous stayers to clean up their own mess because the sad reality is that they dont. The rope detail surrounding the property was broken and covered in fungus which wasnt just an eye sort but it meant that I had to constantly keep an eye on my dog to make sure she wasnt eating them which was just an unnecessary burden. The hot tub lid was faulty which I appreciate is probably an expensive fix but others negligence should not be at the cost of the comfort of those staying in future. Getting the lid on and off was an awkward two man job and in cold weather is less than ideal. All of these niggles added up and made what was meant to be a short and restful break a week full of annoyances. Hours before checkout the cleaners began lurking about which natural made us feel like we had to leave as quickly as possible which was ironic given how neglected the property was. I was keen to come back after having such a lovely stay earlier in the year but it very much has that maximum profit for as little input feel to it and we wont be returning. Its a massive shame because its such a beautiful location but having stayed in many places that are comparable, I am certain that I can receive better valueexperience for the same cost.
Wonderful stay! Relaxing, quiet but not in the middle of no where, town with all amenities just 5 min drive away, dog friendly! We will be back with our dog D clean, with equipment needed for stayone adjustment needs new frying pans. Other than that wouldnt change a thing!
The view was amazing had everything we needed, contact was easier if there were ... The view was amazing had everything we needed, contact was easier if there were any problems friendly town great places to visit relaxing with outstanding views and a jacuzzi for that extra special stay
Sophie
Had an amazing 2 days everything was clean and tidy! Everything you could think about was there the hot tub wa amazing went during rain but the hot tub made it enjoyable
The stay was perfect! The only recommendation would be to put a welcome pack in place so people know where to put the bins etc. Also the frying pan could do with replacing everything was sticking to it. Overall the hut was beautiful, views were incredible and the hot tub really made it! We even got engaged on our first night! Such a special place for us now, we would 100 return
Charlotte
Amazing location and great base for exploring this beautiful part of Wales. The hot tub was fantastic for relaxing and taking in the views and tranquil surroundings. The site is beautifully laid out and extremely well thought out to give you privacy and space. The hut was warm and comfortable, bed extremely comfy and nice to arrive and find tea, coffee, milk and washing up stuff provided. My only suggestion is a user guide for the hob and where to put bins as we didn't realise there was recycling so would have taken it daily to support eco friendliness. Must do attractions are Devils Bridge Waterfalls, Red Kite feeding. Went to Aberystwyth and the mountain road back was the most stunning drive we have ever done and brings you back through and Elan Valley, where my partner proposed on this trip!! We will most definatly be back as this place now holds such special memories for us and is a stunning location
Hannah
The get directions feature did not get us to this property. Even the what three words did not get us where we needed to be which is absolutely daft as thats meant to take you to within a square meter of a location. The written directions were also no good as they relied on you arriving from a specific direction and at the point we referred to them, wed already been sent all over the place by the get directions and what three words. Fortunately the chap who lived at the property the directions were taking us to was kind enough to come out and provide directions. I would advise putting St Harmon Road, Rhayader into your maps youll find this road is a hill and you want to be going up it. After a mile or so theres a left turn to Gellilas this is where the park is. Its not signposted until you take the turn so is easy to miss. They are currently building more properties on site and whilst the disruption didnt last long, I was woken up early by it one of the mornings Im not sure how long this will be going on for. The sheep were belting very loudly from early hours too so its not one for light sleepers who want a lie in! A fridge isnt listed in the facilities etc but there is one. I would advise taking a wok as there are only pans and a frying pan for the hob and the frying pan isnt great. Otherwise, the location and view from this property is incredible we spent most of our time in the hut tub, toasting marshmallows on the fire pit and playing games at the dining table. We ventured out to Elan Valley one of the days which is well worth the visit and on a separate day, Devils Bridge Falls followed by Aberystwyth and Borth which are a reasonable distance for a day trip. I have visited many properties similar to this one and would definitely visit again because of the view and because its dog friendly. I would have benefited from some kind of instruction booklet this would have been useful to capture how to turn the hobs on as Id never used anything like it and it was a real trial and error job getting it on and also where to put bin bags when full. I would also advise taking a spare towel for the hot tub and a dressing gown to get you to and from it. Its a short journey but a very cold one at night!
Absolutely loved our little trip here cooking facilities better than expected. Comfortable bed and lovely surroundings. However, the hot tub was a bit of a let down. I believe there was too many chemicals in the hot tub, it has tarnished expensive jewellery, taken the colour out of our swimwear and caused rashes on our skins.
Beautiful little break away. Stunning views and the hot tub was the highlight for us. Very clean, tidy, warm and cozy. Bed was comfortable and it had what we needed to cook. Parked right outside and had our own garden. We would love to stay here again or in the new hobbit huts further down.
Sharon
The only complaint we had was lack of information about the on site building works construction of road ,An email was sent by Sykes one week before our departure which we didn't see until the day before we were due ro arrive , the owners had said that Sykes had been informed months before but this information was not passed on to us , Iit idid spoil the iidyllic quietness of the location as it was like a new motorway was being built , however the weather, the hut and hot tub made up somewhat for that . We would and have recommend this holiday to anyone
Great personalised experience, wonderful views the hot tub makes it!
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Top Days Out Near Marches Way

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Castle ruins 48 min drive · 30.9 miles

Clun Castle

Sat nav: SY7 8JT

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

  • Families
  • Dogs welcome
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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 53 min drive · 33.7 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
  • 1-2 hours
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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 56 min drive · 33.1 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.

Castle and parkland 1 hr drive · 38 miles

Croft Castle

Sat nav: HR6 9PW

A castellated Herefordshire manor house with walled gardens and 1,500 acres of parkland to explore.

  • Families
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Croft Castle is a castellated 17th-century manor house that has been the home of the Croft family for many centuries. Inside, you can look round the castle rooms, while outside there are colourful herbaceous borders, a secret garden and a walled garden with a small working vineyard, historic apple trees and a glasshouse.

Tip: Dogs on leads are welcome in the garden and parkland but not in the house. Satnav users should enter HR6 0BL, as the National Trust recommends.

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.