7 bedroom luxury cottage with heated pool in wales

Description from the owner

Escape to the country for a luxury holiday amidst stunning scenery and swim in your own heated pool, enjoying breathtaking views of the Cambrian Mountains. Cae Madog Barn offers spacious accommodation in a blissfully quiet location with easy access to many local activities and places of natural beauty. Try horse riding, fishing, clay pigeon shooting, quad bikes, bird and badger watching, sailing, mountain biking around the lakes and golf. Visit the bustling market towns of Newtown and Machynlleth. Explore Snowdonia, climb Cader Idris, visit the renowned Centre for Alternative Technology or King Arthur’s Labyrinth. Half an hour’s drive tak...es you to the beautiful sandy beaches at Aberdovey, Barmouth and Borth. But of course, with exclusive use in summer of the fabulous outdoor heated swimming pool, you may just want to spend the afternoon floating there, watching the red kites soar in the sky.

Cae Madog Barn sleeps 16 people in 7 bedrooms: 1 with king size bed, 3 with double beds, 2 twins with single beds and 1 with a set of 2 bunk beds. One double room has an ensuite bathroom and there are two other shower rooms plus a family bathroom which has a bath with shower above.

Curl up on the large leather sofas beneath the open beamed ceiling of the large, airy double height living room, spending the evenings cosy and warm in front of the wood burning stove set in the stunning inglenook fireplace. By day, the sun streams through the window, through which you have gorgeous views. Off the lounge is a hall leading to a shower room.

The dining room seats 16 (with highchair available) and offers extensive views across the valley. Walk through from the dining room to the large family kitchen and breakfast area. The well equipped kitchen is newly fitted and includes a washing machine,tumble drier, dishwasher, microwave and range cooker.

A short flight of steps leads up to a small second sitting room which is ideal as an additional room for the youngsters as it has a TV/DVD and an Xbox with a selection of games. Off the study is Bedroom 1, a lovely double bedroom with canopied brass bed.

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Upstairs are two more double bedrooms and the family bathroom which has a bath with shower above. Bedroom 2 is an impressive large room with a double bed, exposed beams and vaulted ceiling. Bedroom 3 has twin beds, feature stone walls and exposed beams.

A separate staircase leads from the kitchen to a large first floor landing with two bedrooms off: Bedroom 4 is a child's bedroom with a set of bunk beds. Bedroom 5 has a double bed and an ensuite bathroom with underfloor heating containing a bath with shower over.

A further flight of stairs leads to two more bedrooms: Bedroom 6, a twin room with 2 single beds and Bedroom 7 with a king size bed, exposed beams and vaulted ceiling. There is a family shower room on this floor.

You have exclusive use of the heated outdoor swimming pool. But even when you’re not in the pool, you’ll enjoy the peaceful outdoor space at Cae Madog Barn: sitting on the patio, the Twymyn Valley is spread out before you, with rolling hills in every direction, and you can picnic or have a barbecue in the summer sunshine. The children are sure to make the most of the detached games room with its pool table. For large parties, there is ample parking with space for up to 5 cars.

• Bed linen and towels are provided

• Travel cot and high chair available. Please bring your own cot bedding

• Central heating and electricity included

• The first basket of logs for the wood-burning stove is provided. More available to purchase from the owners

• Wifi internet access available

• Mobile signal for most networks

• Pets welcome: up to 3 well behaved dogs.

• No smoking in the cottage

Please take note that the barn is not suitable for adult parties, stag nights or hen parties likely to cause late night noise or disturbance.Read more

Additional Location Information

Places to visit, historic sites, events, festivals and visitor attractions such as the The Centre for Alternative Technology (website: hidden) Machinations visitor centre (website: hidden) it’s all here! Great little trains, castles, museums, art galleries, country houses and craft centres as well as a whole host of other exciting places to visit.

Snowdonia National Park, an area of "outstanding natural beauty" the Lleyn peninsula, and the beautiful Conwy Valley. History, Celtic myths, magical scenery, Castles and coastline.

The diversity of tourist attractions in Wales provides fun, interest and relaxation for every type of visitor. Wales has 750 miles of unspoilt coastline, stunning landscapes and countryside, 3 national parks and 4 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. So if you love the outdoors Wales is the ideal location for a holiday or short break. For families, there are numerous locations that will provide entertainment and stimulating interest for children of all ages. Welsh Castles are famous throughout the world – why not visit one of the many well preserved ruins?

For the outdoor enthusiast, there are numerous activity and adventure centres - Coed-y-Brenin. (website: hidden) The Welsh landscape provides superb opportunities for walking. The 3 National Parks in Wales are: the Pembrokeshire Coast which has a walking route along a 186 mile stretch; the beautiful Cader Idris and of course Snowdonia – Wales’s highest point.

Wales has a fine selection of tourist attractions to visit - far more than we can describe on this page! Within a very small area you will find castles, ancient towns and villages, theatres, rare wildlife, historical steam railways and canals, wonderful walks, fabulous golf courses, fishing and shooting.

Location Type Away from it all, Mountain, Rural

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What Past Guests Are Saying

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• Annie
  Bristol

  Magnificient. my 3rd time so it must be good

  Left on 09/24/2012 for a stay in June 2012
  
  

  Gemma and Simon were there to greet us when we arrived. They explained everything to us and said they would be on hand should we need anything.The views - stunning. Every room is furnished to such a high standard, so spacious and really well equipped. We have been there on both a summer and a winter vacation and have had an amazing time. The games room is great, we were never bored even when it rained for two days. It was great to have the pool in the summer. Sitting on the patio overlooking the hills was something else.
  We all had a great time, including the dog. The thing i liked the least was having to leave. It has something to offer in every season. Have already booked my next break there.

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  Response from Simon Nelson - 09/25/2012

  

  Simon Nelson

  Owner

  Thanks for your lovely comments Annie. Looking forward to seeing you in a few months!

• Bex
  Perranporth Cornwall

  fantastic

  Left on 09/24/2012 for a stay in February 2012
  
  

  Beautiful setting. my family and i had a wonderful time at cae madog...we will definately be booking to go next year.
  thank you Gemma and simon :D
  

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  Response from Simon Nelson - 09/25/2012

  

  Simon Nelson

  Owner

  Thanks Bex - we'll keep an eye out for your booking!

• Nathaniel
  Nailsea, bristol

  Supreme, amazing, perfect and lots more!!

  Left on 09/24/2012 for a stay in June 2012
  
  

  I often don't review things; never seem to have the time. But my family and I have stayed a few times in this beautiful location; and always loved every minute.
  You know when a place is relaxing and homely when it's pouring with rain while your on holiday and your still having a good time! The views are awesome, the new pool is great (even allows you to take in the view while lying back in the pool!), the fire place is great out of the summer and the overall cosy feeling makes my house feel in need of attention!
  
  The best thing I can recommend is Christmas here. We spent Christmas here in 2010 (the year will had lots of snow!) and it was amazing. It was like an american film in Canada, so I took some beautiful photos to capture the memory's.
  
  11/10.

  

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  Response from Simon Nelson - 09/25/2012

  

  Simon Nelson

  Owner

  Thanks Nathan - it's always a pleasure to welcome you and your family. I know we will see you again soon.

• Rhiannon
  Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

  A lovely place for a family holiday!

  Left on 09/24/2012 for a stay in June 2012
  
  

  Fourteen of us stayed for a family holiday here at Cae Madog in June this year. There was lots of room for everyone so as not to get under each others feet. The snug was great for the kids to go and watch a film or make use of the xbox. Plenty of space to spread out so it suited everyone in our party from age 4 to 64 and all those in between.
  The house itself is very well equipped, everything you could need and more.
  The pool was made good use of by all of us, even in the wet weather we were unfortunate to get on some days.
  The separate pool room occupied the older kids when we were at the house, and proved an excellent storage space for beer.
  The location was beautiful, what amazing views to wake up to. It is a great base for exploring the surrounding area. The beaches at aberdovey were superb but I'd avoid Borth.
  The owners reside nearby and were very friendly and approachable.
  I would recommend this property without hesitation.

  

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  Response from Simon Nelson - 09/24/2012

  

  Simon Nelson

  Owner

  Thank you for your kind comments Rhiannon. We would love to welcome you and your family back again!

• Ele
  Greenfiled

  Wonderful stay in fabulous surroundings

  Left on 09/24/2012 for a stay in September 2012
  
  

  Property was fantastic and very clean and the owners friendly. Location was amazing - very secluded with some lovely walks nearby. We were really lucky witht he weather and spent most of our time round the pool.
  
  Only thing stopping me giving a* rating was the fact that the X-box didn't work, the BBQ could do with replacing and they could do with some additional kitchen furniture (such as extra frying pans and larger kettle) in order to accomodate large parties.

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  Response from Simon Nelson - 09/24/2012

  

  Simon Nelson

  Owner

  Many thanks for your positive review Ele, we will certainly be acting on your suggestions.

• Graham
  reading

  Brilliant luxury holiday cottage, Excellent family holiday.

  Left on 09/22/2012 for a stay in July 2012
  
  

  Simon and Gemma are a very welcoming and friendly couple and made us feel at home in their beautiful barn. The accommodation is excellent with every possible convenience catered for, even the dog was made more than welcome. The barn can accommodate up to 16 very comfortably. Its a beautiful conversion and the heated swimming pool was a real hit. The barn is sat on the side of the Twymyn valley with stunning countryside all around. The barn feels a little remote but that is definitely one of the things that drew us to this location.we usually go self catering so have bought most things with us but when we needed to top up the local shop was just a few miles up the road. Its a beautiful area with so much to do and trips to the beach just a short car ride. We all had a fantastic holiday at Cae Madog barn and look forward to a return visit.

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  Response from Simon Nelson - 09/23/2012

  

  Simon Nelson

  Owner

  Thank you so much! It means a great deal to us that our guests enjoy their stay......we would love to see you all again soon.

• Val
  Kingstone

  Great venue for family stay

  Left on 09/19/2012 for a stay in August 2012
  
  

  From the time of our booking Simon was at the end of the email to help and advise. The cottage is everything that one could ask for, warm comfortable, will appointed. Set in beautiful countryside yet not too far from amenities. Plenty of places to visit which occupy all ages. The children particularly enjoyed the heated pool in all weathers.

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  Response from Simon Nelson - 09/23/2012

  

  Simon Nelson

  Owner

  Thank you so much Val - it was a great pleasure to welcome you all at the barn. We'd love to see you again sometime.

• James
  Dublin

  Fabulous place for a family or goup holiday

  Left on 09/18/2012 for a stay in May 2012
  
  

  We stayed at Cae Madog Barn with a group of 6 couples and 5 babies. The facilities great, everything we could have needed, and we even had great weather, so were able to use the pool a good bit.
  As all new parents, the first time we were away with our babies, we all agreed that next time we would not have the kids in the same rooms as the parents, but the house is actually perfectly set up for children as well, with bunk beds. We are definitely going to return in the future, and have already recommended it several times to friends and family.

  

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  Response from Simon Nelson - 09/23/2012

  

  Simon Nelson

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  Thanks James - we're so pleased you enjoyed your stay! Love the photos! Hope to see you soon.