Raven's Retreat
Caersws, Powys, Wales
We live in a beautiful part of Mid Wales - often referred to as a little bit of paradise - and have the bonus of being next to a Woodland Trust wood, Gwernafon, where you can walk your dog off-lead. So we look forward to sharing all this with you, with or without your dog(s) and giving you a much needed peaceful break. The Dogdays Holidays properties – Raven’s Retreat Shepherd's Hut and our traditionally built Cablogin Studio (complete with resident maternity bat roost) - are within three miles of the Dark Sky Discovery Site at the Star Inn, part of the Astro-tourism trail of the Cambrian Mountains and not far from forest, sea, mountains and lakes. Prices include: - "NEW" Double cereal/sweets/dog biscuits dispenser. Name your choice of goodies! - FREE tea and coffee and biscuits and coffee percolator - FREE dog biscuits - FREE bedding and towels - FREE dog treat toy - FREE high speed WiFi - FREE basket of logs (£5.00 thereafter) - FREE electricity - Free copy of "A Vision of Wings" or "Celtic Wings of Gold" both written by Sue
Accommodation types
- The Shepherds Hut — This Hut can aacomodate upto two adults and either a dog or child One of the unique qualities of Raven's Retreat is that, unlike some other shepherds huts, you have your own bathroom attached via the back door to the veranda - so no getting wet. The Hut is well insulated and has a log burning stove to keep you warm even in winter. Logs and kindling are provided and the fire will be lit for you if you wish to arrive toasty warm. There is a pull out double bed and space for a single mattress. The bathroom has a Villa compost toilet (odourless) a shower/mini bath and heated towel rail. The kitchen area contains a microwave/grill, fridge, toaster, hob and kettle and eating and cooking equipment, including a cafetiere. The hut is situated off a quiet lane and there is car parking for two vehicles. WIFI is provided, but as there is no mobile signal we can lend you a pair of walkie-talkies to keep in touch. There's an enclosed garden to keep the dog safe and a large play area (not presently fenced) which could also be used for a tent. There's a kennel and run at the house where we can keep an eye on your dog(s) if you want a day away. A continental style breakfast hamper with a choice of menus can be delivered to your door. If you are interested or want more details please do feel free to contact us and we look forward to welcoming you to the "glamping" experience at Raven's Retreat.
- The Log Cabin — The accommodation offered is an open plan living room, kitchen area and sectioned off bathroom with hot water, shower and heated towel rail. The living area has a table to seat four, chest of drawers, bookcase and a king-sized pull-out day bed, all warmed by a log burner and back up electric heater. A spiral staircase leads up to the sleeping platform above complete with double bed. The kitchen area has a fridge/freezer, combination microwave oven, gas hob, four slice toaster, kettle, hot water, cafetiere, cutlery, china and pots and pans and plenty of cupboard space. Accessed through the back door from the kitchen area is a conservatory with a table and seating for four/five people. The Cabin is surrounded on two sides by a wide, covered veranda which houses the gas barbecue and where you can sit and admire the beautiful wooded landscape or watch the bats in the evening leaving for their nightly foray. The property is accessed from the lane through a double gate into our garden where a car can be parked for unpacking (parking for one car is in the car park by the house). The Cabin is fenced off from our garden for peace and quiet and keeping the area as dog-proof as possible. There is a kennel with a run in the front garden area and the extensive veranda has a gate at either end so that dogs can be contained, whilst giving you some peace and keeping out muddy paws. Such a uniquely beautiful valley can hardly fail to tempt those amongst you who have an artistic bent and there is a full size easel you can borrow. As the Cabin was initially designed as a studio, the living area has a large Velux window ideal for natural light and a selection of art and writing reference books for inspiration. Look out for "Eddie" and friends! What used to be a bird hospital 15 years ago is now home to injured creatures of a wooden kind!
Suitable for
- Couples
- People
- Dog Friendly
- Pets
- Family
- Retired
- Teens (13+)
- Tweens (11-13)
Contact: +441686430431