Manor Farm Lodges - Red Kite Lodge

ID: S168769

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets No

About this property

Nestled among rolling, green countryside with sheep grazing close by and lambs in the springtime, Red Kite Lodge rests peacefully on the outskirts of Bettws Cedewain. This is the ideal escape to the country for families and friends looking to tour a lovely part of Wales, a stone's throw from the English border with the Shropshire towns and villages within easy reach. Entrance is gained through the utility area, where you have space to kick off your shoes and hang up your coats, while the handy washer, tucked under a unit, comes in useful after a long, muddy walk through verdant countryside. Spend quality time with your loved ones in the open-plan living room and unwind into your evening by the woodburner, which keeps you toasty and warm during the winter season. You can rustle up a family feast in the kitchen and get together around the dining table before reclining in front of the TV as the evening draws in. Throw open the patio doors to the decking on a summer's day and absorb that peaceful, countryside atmosphere as a cool breeze fills the indoor space. With part of the enclosed decking having a glass balustrade, you can admire the countryside views right from the sitting area - the owners really have thought of everything! The king-size double offers a lovely, country feel with lots of attention to detail, bedside tables and lamps as well as a wall-mounted TV. You have Jack-and-Jill access to the family shower room, which also acts as an en-suite to the twin bedroom. This has zip/link beds, which can be made up into a super king-size double for couples, or left as a twin for those traveling with children or friends. Sit out on the decking one balmy afternoon and enjoy a refreshing beverage as you drink in the luscious, green scenery surrounding you with views towards the lakes in the distance. Alternatively, dip in the hot tub and ooze in a spot of luxury as a fine summer's evening draws out and you can make the most of this serene setting. There is plenty to see and do in terms of walking and cycling in the area, with clay pigeon shooting and quad biking opportunities also available. Head to the town of Montgomery, which offers a selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, along with the ruins of its 13th-century castle, while Bishop's Castle, across the border, offers live music and festivals the year-round. Spend a day exploring Cardigan Bay exploring the wonderful beaches or drive up to the Snowdonia National Park for many outdoor activities including water sports, caving, climbing and bird watching. This is a fabulous retreat for your next break in Wales.

Newtown lies on the banks of the River Severn, in the heart of the beautiful Montgomeryshire countryside, and boasts a vibrant art gallery, museums and a variety of pubs and restaurants. Newtown is also home to Theatr Hafren, one of Wales’s premier theatres, which showcases a wide variety of entertainment, from comedy shows to opera, offering something for the whole family. Explore the ruins of the Norman Motte and Bailey castle in the beautiful old county town of Montgomery, wander the Grade I listed formal gardens at the renowned Gregynog Hall, or visit the world-famous Powis Castle and Gardens, often frequented by Prince Charles. The medieval market towns of Shrewsbury and Ludlow offer renowned and award-winning restaurants, cosy pubs and quaint shops, as well as festivals and markets, including annual Christmas markets, whilst Ludlow also boasts over 600 listed buildings and Ludlow Castle, so there is something to enjoy all year round. In nearby Churchstoke, the Roundton Hill Nature Reserve and Iron Age Hill Fort is a haven for wildlife and home to a plethora of native British birds. On a clear day, the walk to the summit at 370 metres is rewarded by a 360 degree panorama, from where extensive views over Shropshire and the high Welsh peaks beyond can be seen. A little further afield, Machnynlleth is home to the Centre for Alternative Technology, and also Machnynlleth Golf Club. The delightful seaside village of Aberdovey on the stunning Cardigan Bay coastline is a paradise for watersports enthusiasts, while the sandy beach at Ynyslas is perfect for a family day out. All this and more is within as hour’s drive of Newtown, making this a wonderful year-round holiday destination.

Accommodation

All ground floor.

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link can be super king-size on request) with en-suite Jack-and-Jill shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Gas central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, American style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer, TV, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove included in rent.

Cot & highchair available on request.

Bed linen and towels included in rent (please bring extra towels for hot tub use).

Off-road parking for 2 cars.

Enclosed decking with outdoor furniture and hot tub.

Please keep children supervised at all times due to the deep water lakes in the surrounding grounds.

Highchair available upon request.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.7 miles

Nearby points of interest

Reviews (38)

  • Paulo

    Red Kite lodge is a real gem in the heart of Mid-Wales. The lodge is beautifully kept and equipped, set in a beautiful location where you can relax, unwind, enjoy the view of the neighbouring hills and regular visits from the farm animals. Every morning, my wife and I were greeted by alpacas, goats, sheep and chicken trying to enamour us into giving them a treat. Suffice to say they were successful most of the time. The hot tub and log burner are real highlights. This will not be our last stay at Manor Farm Lodges!

  • Kim

    Upon arrival we were a little confused at first as sykes cottages had provided us with a key code but no other instructions, so we did spend a good few minutes looking around outside for a place where keys might be stored, until I tried the door and found it was open anyway. When we got inside it was evident it was going to be a lovely stay as the lodge was immaculately clean. We had brought a few things that we may have needed but there was no need as many things were provided for us including tea, coffee, sugar, hand wash, washing up liquid, shampoo, body wash and towels, and a well stocked cupboard of various pots and pans, cutlery, bowls, different size plates you name it, it was there. You could tell a lot of effort had gone into making the lodge as homely as possible and the bread, milk and cake was a nice welcome too. We met Julie on our first night and Kev on our last night as they come around each day to check the hot tub, they were both very friendly and welcoming, and both let us know they were available if we needed anything which was nice. The hot tub was definitely one of our highlights, it was all set up ready to go and was the perfect temperature and because it is undercover we could use it even though the weather wasn't great. The animals are quite literally on your door step, and come upto the lodge every morning (at many other times throughout the day) bellowing at you to feed them haha! You only had to walk outside and they all come running which was funny to see but so adorable, those goats and alpacas sure can eat! And they wasn't the only animals, they have wooly sheep but they mostly kept to themselves, was nice to watch them though. We also had a random cat come to the lodge, absolutely gorgeous but took a serious liking to us and kept trying to come inside for hours on end, it soon gave up when we went to bed. Sadly the only downside was the WiFi was very hit and miss, it was fine for casually scrolling on our phones but we were unable to make full use of the streaming services due to buffering issues, but that was literally the only negative of the place and wasn't that big a deal to us really, just a point to note. All in all we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a peaceful break. My only wish is that we could have stayed longer, but next time we hope to stay at least a week and in spring/summer time so we can enjoy the surrounding areas a bit more.

  • Michael

    The facilities were excellent in every respect and I can confidently say we wanted for nothing. The resident animals are awesome, each having their own presonality and coming to visit every day. The local villiage and it's residents and warm and welcoming and we felt like part of their community. The Bull & Heifer get's a special mention for the quality of it's food which was outstanding. I could go on & on but simply put the best compliment I could pay would be to simply say "We will be back!" !!!

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