The Straw Cottage - Off Grid Paradise – Home 601610 Lodge
- 2 bedrooms
- 4 sleeps
- 3 nights min stay
The Straw Cottage - Off Grid Paradise – Home 601610
- Lodge
- 2 bedrooms
- sleeps 4
- 3 nights min stay
Key Info
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Ask about pets
Description from owner
Description
The ultimate get away, The Straw Cottage is truly far from the madding crowd, a cottage built of straw bales in an idyllic spot on the farm. Wake up to the sound of birdsong, go to sleep to the sound of Holly Brook, breakfast outside with just the meadow flowers and the hills for company. This is the romance of a bygone era with 2019 comfort. Come for a special break for just the two of you, stars, champagne and total peace. Or if you are bringing the family, see your children experience a different kind of enjoyment in discovering the pleasures of messing about in the stream, seeing the farm animals and making their own entertainment.
The cottage is off grid but has a gas cooker and cool box, hot shower and flushing WC. A wood burning stove heats the cottage. Lighting is by candles, solar lights and gas lanterns.
While in the cottage you could be a million miles away from the world but you are only 2.5 miles from Llandrindod Wells, an attractive Victorian spa town with a 13 acre lake. There is a good range of shops, supermarkets and places to eat. Llandrindod is home to the National Cycle Museum. There are plenty things to do and places to see in the area. The Elan Valley with its spectacular dams is only about 25 minutes away. Watch the Red Kites feed at Gigrin Farm. Visit the Spaceguard Centre at Knighton. It is a great place for walking with footpaths leading straight from the farm onto hills. There is a huge variety of walking in the area from the national trails of Offa's Dyke, Wye Valley Walk and Glyndwr's Way to shorter circular routes in spectacular and very quiet countryside. The small market towns of Builth Wells, Rhayader and Kington are all worth visiting. Golf, riding, fishing, clay pigeon shooting, rally driving are all available within about 15 miles.
We offer 3 or 4 night breaks over Christmas and the New Year period to fit in with the Christmas holiday dates, please contact owner for more details.
More Less
Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Ask about pets
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds - 1 Full bath
Amenities
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
Access
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 15:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
|
Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
|
|
|
24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
|
|
|
4 weeks before |
25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 2 weeks before check-in.
|
|
|
2 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.
|
|
|
Check-in date |
* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Margot P.
- Calendar last updated:
- 06 May 2024
- Years listed:
- 11
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English, French
These are the details provided by the business owner.
Business Name
Business Address
Business Telephone
Business Email
Other Applicable Information
Map
Reviews
Excellent
– based on 18 reviews
Excellent
18 reviews
- Excellent
- 17
- Very Good
- 1
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“Peaceful relaxing weekend break.”
Went beyond our expectations. Each morning the sun comes up over the hills and you hear the stream, birds and sheep. Our four year old absolutely loved it. She could play safely by the cottage runni… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you so much for your great review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the Straw Cottage and found it relaxing for a short break to stay around the cottage and explore.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Great in hills holiday cottage”
We stayed as a family of 4 (2 adults , 6yr and 4yr old.) Lovely cottage on its own. Large inside space and great grounds for children to play. Highly recommend. The cottage is a short walk down a… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Hello. Thank you so much for your great review. It was most kind of you to take the trouble. I am so sorry i have not responded before, I don't think I ever received a notification. I am so glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage, particularly the treasure hunt! Kind regards Margot
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“perfect detox”
Book this place if you are looking for peace, nature, silence, moments of being close together, walks, ... If you are addicted to excitement or to your phone, this may not be the best place (because t… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you Filip for your kind review. I am glad you enjoyed the peace and tranquility of the Straw Cottage. Llandrindod is only a small town but it does have the lovely 13 acre lake! Best wishes.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Idyllic family getaway”
We spent half term here with our 2 children aged 6 and 9. The cottage is set in the most beautiful location you can imagine, and the privacy and seclusion really helped us wind down. The children love… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you so much for a your great review. I am so glad you enjoyed the cottage and had a relaxing break. It was lovely to meet you all. Best wishes.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Perfect family friendly countryside bolt hole to get away from it all.”
It was a wonderful breakaway from the hustle and chaos of everyday life. No electricity took us away from the beck and call of technology and being outside for three days, paddling the stream, lighti… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you so much for your great review. I am so glad you all enjoyed your stay, it was lovely to meet you. Best wishes for a great summer.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Heaven!”
My husband, our baby daughter, dog and I have just returned from two nights here. The cottage itself is charmingly furnished and very comfortable whilst allowing you to switch off from the world, quit… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Hi Caroline. Thank you so much for your great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and that it was cosy enough for baby Ava. Do hope to see you in the summer, best wishes Margot
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“A Perfect Retreat in a Perfect Location”
No electricity I hear you say, Well who needs it when you have all the facilities available to you at this beautiful cottage, a lovely Wood Burner to heat up the cottage a gas oven to do some cooking… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thanks Rob for your kind review, so glad you enjoyed your stay. It would be lovely to see you all again in better weather and when Storm Doris is just a far memory! Just to mention we do have gas lanterns, wind up torches and a solar light in addition to the candles - but the candles are so atmostpheric!
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Beautiful cottage and location”
We stayed at the straw cottage for 4 nights in July and it was beautiful, the owners were lovely and very accommodating and the location was wonderful, would highly recommend. The only down side was n… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Hi Jorgie. Thank you so much for your kind review. I am glad you enjoyed your stay. It's a glamping type cottage, hence no electricity! So pleased that the candles lit up your evenings though! Hope to see you again. Best wishes Margot
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“A perfect escape”
We abandoned our plans to go camping since our youngest was recovering from a chest cold and booked The Straw Cottage instead after a lucky internet search. It offered a perfect solution somewhere in-… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you for your lovely review. I am so glad the boys enjoyed themselves - it's always great to hear that children enjoy the treasure hunt, swing and stream - that's what we always hoped for when we built the cottage.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Totally refreshing....”
We were greeted by our host who showed us to the Straw Cottage. Margot was delightful and very welcoming with great local knowledge. The short walk between the cottage and parking area was quite steep… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
-
You can get in touch with Margot (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
-
Send Margot (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Margot (the owner)?
-
Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Margot the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
-
Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Margot (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Margot (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
-
When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Margot (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
-
To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
-
Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Margot (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
-
You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
-
Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Margot (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Margot (the owner) before booking?
-
You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
-
In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
-
Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
-
You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
-
You’ll need to contact Margot (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
-
Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
-
You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Margot (the owner) a message.
If Margot (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
Build your perfect trip, with Flipkey & Tripadvisor
Book with confidence
Pay online to be covered by Payment Protection
Real opinions, real reviews
Genuine guest feedback from 100,000+ reviews
Safe, simple, secure
When you pay online with PayPal or by credit/debit card
Quick response times
Know where you're staying within 24 hours
Also consider
North Wales
4,425 properties
Pembrokeshire
1,412 properties
South Wales
894 properties
Powys
581 properties
Ceredigion
400 properties
Carmarthenshire
355 properties
Brecon Beacons National Park
102 properties
Llandrindod Wells
56 properties
Builth Wells
30 properties
Machynlleth
30 properties
Rhayader
28 properties
St Harmon
24 properties
Knighton
22 properties
Hay-on-Wye
21 properties
Welshpool
20 properties
Abbeycwmhir
20 properties
Llanidloes
19 properties
Llanrhaeadr ym Mochnant
18 properties
Newtown
18 properties
Llangynog
15 properties
This listing is created and maintained by the homeowner; we can only publish adverts in good faith as we don't own, manage or inspect any of the properties. We advise you to familiarize yourself with our terms of use.