Snaptrip says
Guests generally praise the Woodland Pod for its stunning views, privacy, and peacefulness. The hot tub is a highlight, although heating it can be a challenge. The location is appreciated for its seclusion and proximity to beautiful sites. Cleanliness and maintenance receive mixed reviews, with some cleanliness issues noted. Comfort is well-regarded, especially the cosy bedrooms and the tranquillity that aids restful sleep. The open kitchen area is noted to be cold in cooler weather.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews on cleanliness are mixed. Some guests found the pod to be clean and tidy, while others reported issues with flies, cobwebs, and mould. The variance in experiences suggests that cleanliness is generally good, but there have been instances where it has not met expectations.
The location is highly praised for its stunning views and privacy. Guests appreciate the seclusion and the proximity to natural attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring North Wales & Snowdonia.
Comfort is well-received, with guests enjoying the cosy bedrooms and the tranquillity of the location. However, some guests mentioned uncomfortable mattresses and issues with cold in the kitchen area, which affects the overall comfort during colder periods.
Facilities are generally appreciated, especially the hot tub and well-equipped kitchen. However, some guests experienced issues with maintenance, such as the hot tub taking a long time to heat and some minor wear and tear. The open kitchen area is also noted to be a drawback in colder weather.
There is insufficient information to assess thoughtfulness as there are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches provided by the hosts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Accessed via a private and gated country lane, with ample off-road parking and surrounded by magnificent rolling countryside is Woodland Pod, a charming wooden pod offering studio-style accommodation for four guests wanting to enjoy a tranquil escape to the peaceful countryside of North Wales. One of three pods, Woodland Pod is very much private and isolated, enjoying incredible views and its own private hot tub, adding a truly luxurious feel to your stay. Once you have parked up, head down the Welsh slate path towards the pod to discover an ample green shared space, as well as, your decking area with seating, where you can enjoy an alfresco meal or an evening glass of wine, with a magnificent hillside backdrop. Open the sliding doors to discover a contemporary kitchen/diner, with seating and a good selection of appliances to prepare home-cooked meals. From here, open the doors into the bedroom/seating area, where you will find a double bed and bunk beds, as well as a sofa and Freesat TV, to enjoy a family movie night. On the other side of the bedroom is a shower room with hand basin and WC, where you can prepare for each day. Explore your surroundings by heading to the market town of Corwen, just six miles away. Magnificently placed at the meeting point of five river valleys in the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you can enjoy plenty of picturesque walks, as well as finding a good selection of shops, pubs, restaurants and cafes, as well as a traditional butchers, greengrocers and bakery. Enjoy visiting nearby attractions like the National Trust's Chirk Castle and Erddig, hop on the Llangollen Heritage Steam Railway to take in the incredible views from the comfort of your seat or take a horse-drawn canal boat from nearby Llangollen and visit Pontcysyllte, Britain’s largest aqueduct. The magnificent Snowdonia National Park, offering plenty of walking, hiking and cycling opportunities, as well as the towns of Ruthin and Bala, known for its great lake and watersports, are all a short drive away. Woodland Pod is an idyllic rural retreat for a family, friends or couple wanting to escape to North Wales. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1053185, 1053182, 1053191 and 1053193, together sleeping 29 guests.
The market town of Corwen is set in the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in North Wales. The town offers plenty of local amenities including traditional butchers, greengrocers and bakeries as well as pubs, cafés, restaurants and a leisure centre. Enjoy a journey on the Llangollen Heritage Steam Railway to appreciate the beautiful views of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in comfort. Take a horse-drawn canal boat from Llangollen and visit the unesco World Heritage Site of Pontcysyllte, Britain’s largest aqueduct. Visit the National Trust properties of Chirk Castle and Erddig, explore the atmospheric ruins of Cistercian Valle Crucis Abbey and Castell Dinas Brân. The historical town of Ruthin and the town of Bala, with its celebrated lake, offering wonderful watersports, are just twenty minutes away by car, while the exhilarating Snowdonia National Park is just fifteen minutes’ drive away.
Accommodation
Studio-style glamping accommodation.
1 x small double and 1 x bunk bed with seating area.
Shower room with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner
Electric heating.
Combi microwave/oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer.
TV with Freesat and WiFi.
Hair dryer.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking.
Decking area with seating, woodburning hot tub(£20 Supplement payable), firepit/BBQ with utensils.
Additional £20 charge for logs.
Up to 2 well behaved dogs (please keep off the furniture).
Dog wash on site.
Access to large surrounding lawn/land.
Shop 6 miles, pub 2.5 miles.
Note: Please mind your head on the pod entrance door.
Note: Hot tub, firepit, charcoal BBQ accessed via two decked steps to hardstanding Welsh slate area.
Note: The kitchen/diner is not completely enclosed Note: Guests can request to have the HOT TUB to be lit before they arrive.
Please request this at least 48hrs before your arrival date and inform Sykes/ Menai.
£250 Good Housekeeping Bond
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Reviews (40)
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Erin
A couple of things that we absolutely loved about the lodge was the cleanliness and appearance as this is really important to us especially as our baby travels with us. The pictures absolutely do it justice especially on a clear day, the view is mind blowing, and the privacy is amazing. A couple of things that we would take note of is that we arrived in the snow and very cold weather, we got stuck a couple of times coming up the very long hill and I wish this was maybe mentioned in the description of the directions as had we been in a smaller non 4 wheel drive car I donât think we would have made it to the top and potentially crashed the car. Another thing that we struggled with (although you do state this) the kitchen area is very very cold and this was an issue when we needed to pass through or nip into the kitchen it immediately took all the heat from the main pod. I can see that this isnât an issue in the warmer months however it was a downfall for our stay. All in all we absolutely loved the lodge, the hot tub, the staff, the area as a whole. We had such a lovely time.
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Kathleen
Would be better in spring or autumn time, only because it was so cold in the kitchen area but we made good use of the hot tub to combat the cold. Will definitely be returning.
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Rebeca
There was black mold on the walls at the side of the beds, the bathroom window was sooo dirty as well, again covered in black mold al around the frame. Cobwebs everywhere. Really a shame as the surroundings and views was incredible.