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A Peaceful Hideaway With Stunning Views

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Starry night and the Milky Way

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Llanidloes, WLS
  • Place, River Wye
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Place, Gigrin Farm Red Kite Feeding Centre
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Elan Valley
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Ensuite Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

A Peaceful Hideaway With Stunning Views

Secluded detached cottage with nearest neighbour about 300 yards away. Two double bedrooms upstairs, one en-suite. Downstairs there is an additional bathroom with shower and bath, lounge and kitchen. The kitchen has electric cooker, fridge, plenty of storage, and seating for four. The lounge is heated by a log/multi fuel burner. Electric heaters in every room. Small entrance lobby for coats, boots etc. Garden picnic bench plus four garden chairs to enjoy the views. WiFi available. Parking for 2 cars.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Llanidloes

Located in Llanidloes, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. The Hall at Abbey-Cwm-Hir and Llanbister War Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Gilfach Nature Reserve and River Wye. Rhayader Leisure Centre and Gigrin Farm Red Kite Feeding Centre are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like cycling and hiking.
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Llanidloes, WLS

What's nearby

  • WMS Firearms Training - 20 min drive - 9.8 km
  • River Wye - 27 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Gigrin Farm Red Kite Feeding Centre - 35 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Elan Valley - 36 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Royal Welsh Showground - 52 min drive - 46.7 km

Getting around

  • Caersws Station - 24 min drive
  • Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 158 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Red Lion - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Mount Inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dolwen Garage Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mid Wales Inn & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Lion Hotel - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Peaceful Hideaway With Stunning Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Peaceful Hideaway With Stunning Views?

As of 29 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Peaceful Hideaway With Stunning Views on 18 October 2026 start from NZ$208, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at A Peaceful Hideaway With Stunning Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Peaceful Hideaway With Stunning Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Peaceful Hideaway With Stunning Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Peaceful Hideaway With Stunning Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of Llanidloes War Memorial Hospital, WMS Firearms Training and St Idloes Golf Club. The Hall at Abbey-Cwm-Hir and River Wye are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Paradise

Hi we enjoyed our stay very much, lovely & comfortable. Nice for walks, loved seeing the birds outside the kitchen window & feeding them. Great place to get away from it all
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Clare R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic hideaway cottage

Love the cottage, has everything you need plus amazing views. We love watching the birds on the feeders and the kids loved filling up the feeders.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream cottage

This cottage was amazing, beautifully presented, so peaceful and quiet except for birds and sheep. It is 5 miles from the nearest village of LLanidloes, which is what attracted us. That village is lovely, old and interesting. We will definately be returning.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cottage in the heart of the country side. The views and scenery from the cottage were breath taking . The cottage was spotless and clean. Heaters in every room. Not that we needed them because after lighting the wonderful log burner , the cottage was lovely and warm . Had every thing you’ll need at the cottage kitchen wise , extra blankets and plenty of towels. Can’t recommend this cottage enough. A real gem of a find.spent seven nights and did not want to leave. Feeding the birds every morning was a delight and wonderful to watch many species of birds . Only one thing I can say negative is the road up to the cottage and the drive way. Found it quite difficult to drive up when wet , very slippery required careful driving.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage very peaceful

A really peaceful location with only birds and animals near. The cottage has almost everything thing you will need for your stay. The views are lovely and the garden was alive with many different types of birds. There are so many we had to fill the bird table every morning. The cottage faces west so there were some lovely sunsets. In the garage are some fold out garden cushoned chairs so you can find a nice spot in the garden when the sun was out, there isn't an accompanying table so we ended up buying one so we could take out drinks out with us. The interior of the cottage was clean and tidy and the kitchen well equiped, the only thing I would add would be a washing machine. It is a little bit dark inside the lounge as you might expect from a farm cottage however the peace and quiet more than make up for this. There were some nice places to eat in Newtown (about 30mins), especially Jacks cafe where the portion sizes are massive.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couldn’t Fault A Thing

This is an absolute gem of a property, in a truly jaw droppingly beautiful location. The hosts were extremely kind & helpful & the property itself was lacking nothing for a perfect week off the beaten track. Many thanks for a fantastic holiday, we hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Anita A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Total peace

If you are looking for some time away from the crazy pace of everyday life, this is the perfect escape. Total detox, total relaxation, total bliss!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic holiday cottage

Before I had unpacked my bags, I was wondering when we might be able to return! The secluded location of the cottage was ideal, being nestled in the side of the hill with the most stunning view from the front door. The cottage itself was cosy and comfortable and yet spacious enough for four people. The kitchen had everything you needed and we immediately felt at home. One of the things that sold it for me, when I was scrolling through the lists of possible venues for a week away, was the bird life that we were told would frequent the garden. We were not disappointed. I loved having to keep their food supplies stocked up and gained so much pleasure from watching their daily antics from the kitchen, bedroom and sitting room windows. The stormy weather and a short power cut did little to spoil the enjoyment of our holiday and we would love to return. It's a cottage not to be missed!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic views and lovely cottage

A very lovely cottage with a stunning view across the surrounding hills. The wildlife in the small garden is amazing and can be hypnotic to watch even on a rainy day. Would highly recommend this accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic cottage

We loved our stay in this peaceful cottage. There was everything you needed to self cater, the kitchen had plenty of pots and pans, even to do a full roast! And the views of the bird tables meant the boys were happy to wash up everyday!! The beds are super comfy, the bathrooms spacious and the fire a must after a long wet walk on the hills! Wonderful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Great
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clare R.

Relaxing Hideaway

Perfect little cottage away from everything. Gorgeous views and so many birds in the garden. The cottage is very comfortable and has everything you need. Would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Cath G.

Absolutely fantastic

We really enjoyed our stay at the Bird Cottage! It's very remote, no traffic noise, a real 'get away from it all' holiday. The cottage is very comfortable and clean, the furniture and furnishings in keeping with their surroundings. We loved the log fire 🔥🔥🔥. Plenty of small birds were visiting the feeders and a red kite flew over most days. Would love to visit again in the winter with snow on the ground.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
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8/10 Good

Julia G.

Delightful, secluded cottage

We were very comfortable, and warm, despite a day of snow. We enjoyed the details about the history of the cottage which made it clear how much care the owners had given to make it attractive, both inside and out. The owner's interest in birds was an added, unexpected, pleasure as we were able to watch masses of birds each day as they descended onto the feeders outside the kitchen window. There were good walks in the area and many places of interest to visit. I would recommend the cottage to those who enjoy a secluded location and can cope with mud in wet weather. Those who don't use sat navs (us!) would welcome better information on how to find the cottage; the information was provided in the cottage, but not in advance.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
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8/10 Good

Liz W.

Beautiful cottage in quiet location with all that you need to have a restful break.

We arrived to heavy snow but the owner called to make sure that we had enough food. The cottage was warm and the addition of fresh flowers was lovely. Definitely ' far from the madding crowd'.We saw so many different species of birds in the garden, rabbits and pheasants. Locally the Red Kite centre and the Hefren Forest were well worth visiting.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Mitch B.

Wow! What a view and what a great place

Beverly and i stayed at Johns Hideaway for an extended stay in Wales. I kept saying to myself after we returned to John's after a day's outing "there's no place like home". We felt right at home the minute we walked into the house. Very comfortable and homey. The extras are the wonderful, tranquil view out front, the wildlife and birds because of John's passion as a wild life photograher. He has feeders which we filled daily and we saw countless amounts of birds, rabbits. pheasants and a constant influx of activity all day. The house is so comfortable, warm and the kitchen allowed us many great meals. John was very helpful getting us settled and his housekeeper Mandy was great about making sure all was in order. I will not forget my time in Wales and thank you John for sharing your incredible hideaway. It was quiet and peaceful. Just what we wanted. Mitch Barrett
Stayed 24 nights in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Perfect!!!

What a wonderful, cosy cottage with fantastic views of the welsh countryside. We chose this cottage for its secluded location and the wildlife and it lived up to our expectations and more. We are very keen wildlife watchers and photographers, John had left us a long list of what we might be lucky enough to see during our stay and I can honestly say we saw most of them including woodpeckers, siskins, redpoll, bullfinch, red kite, buzzard, sparrow hawk, warblers as well as all the usual garden birds. There was also voles, rabbits squirrels and a hare. But the highlight of the week has to be watching a little field mouse carrying huge leaves from the undergrowth to its hole in the lawn a few feet away from us. We were also privileged to be visited by 2 hedgehogs on most nights. We were also extremely lucky with the weather which was warm and sunny for most of the week, in fact even the birds did a bit of sunbathing. Now back to the cottage, it is spotlessly clean with comfortable sofa and bed. The kitchen is well equipped and with the view onto the garden it is a pleasure to wash up while watching the birds flitting about in front of the window. Please don't make us go home tomorrow We will definitely be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Chantel K.

Brilliant get-away-from-it-all cottage!

We had a fantastic time at John's cottage. Andy the farmer and co. were brilliant and we ❤'d the peace and quiet. I'm very allergic to burning coal but love a wood fire - John was super nice to ensure the coal was all cleaned out for us which meant we were nice and toasty in the evenings :) . Will definitely be back. Thanks again John!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2016
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8/10 Good

JANE C.

COSY COMFORT.

This is a relaxing, comfortable cottage in a delightful location. Spent a peaceful few days here in a suprisingly sunny October ! We didn't even venture beyond the garden as had just wanted to rest and relax and already know the are quite well. The cottage was warm ( despite having a beyond owners control 3 hour power cut one morning !) and well equipped. Watching numerous birds is always entertaining. The only things that could be improved is an updated internet that was quicker and more reliable and a better TV in the sitting room. What is it with holiday cottages that have ancient televisions ?! We would love to stay again and experience a different time of year there.
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8/10 Good

Peter A.

lovely cottage in an amazing position with extensive walking from the front door

what a fab place to stay. the owner has taken great care to make this feel like a home from home and in such a beautiful and peaceful location too. the nearest town LLanidloes is only 10 minutes away and very nice with not bad pubs, a good supermarket and various shops but there is nothing within walking distance. you need a car unless you are serious about hill cycling. amazing weather just made it better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016
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8/10 Good

Anne S.

Cosy cottage, lovely views, clean and well equipped.

Really quiet location in lovely setting. Walks from the door onto the hillside and Glyndwr's Way, and plenty of attractive circular walks within a 30 minute drive of the cottage, on hillsides, by streams and near reservoirs. Tourists well catered for in the Elan valley and at the Gilfach nature reserve; limited elsewhere and signposting and maintenance of footpaths was sometimes poor.
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10/10 Excellent

Irene L.

Quiet cottage in gorgeous Welsh countryside

This cottage was just what we needed and what we expected of it. It is situated in a quiet corner of the hills between Llanidloes and Rhayader. We enjoyed the stunnig views from the garden and went walking on Glyndwr's Way. The location is very secluded, which we found very restful. The cottage itself had everything we needed, even quite reliable Wifi, and was spotlessly clean. An added bonus were the birds: they are fed regularly so we had our daily visit of a woodpecker, several jays, chaffinches, etc.etc. as well as rabbits and squirrels. Andy Owen, the neighbour who takes care of the practicalities, was most helpful. I would certainly recommend Cwmbys to anyone who needs a restful time in a beautiful spot.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2016
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8/10 Good

Victoria J.

Cosy and private 'hideaway' in wonderful Wales

If you are looking for a place to stay that is quiet, private and tucked away from the towns and villages then this would be ideal for you. It was warm, modern and comfortable and the kitchen had most of what you'd need for simple cooking. The fire was easy to get going and when the weather outside was wet and windy it was pleasant to simply stay in. We did have a little trouble with the shower and supply of hot water but that perhaps is to be expected in such a property and location. The surrounding countryside is, indeed, stunning and lovely for walks, even in wet weather! We were hoping to cycle more but the landscape is very hilly and a bit of a workout, which is fine in itself but cycling to the nearest towns of Llanidloes or Rhayader wasn't an easy ride. Ideally we would have liked not to use the car so much and be able to walk or cycle to the nearest shops and towns so this might not be convenient for some people. On a practical level then, be aware of the location and stock up on provisions before you arrive. Much of the garden and surrounding area was waterlogged at the time of our visit (late December) so bring wellies, and the path/lane leading to the cottage was tricky to traverse: you would be better off with a 4x4 but we managed it in a VW T4 and some capable driving! We did not meet the owner but the neighbours were lovely and helpful and the birds also prevented us feeling lonely! Overall a pleasant stay and I would recommend Cwmbys if you want to get away from things for a few days in the heart of beautiful Wales...
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10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by John Daniels

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I am an animal/wildlife photographer and run photographic workshops from the cottage in the spring. Based in Dunsfold, Surrey I travel extensively to take images which are published in books, magazines etc.

Why they chose this property

I bought this property from friends who were also keen bird and nature lovers. I had stayed there several times and when the opportunity came to purchase it I jumped at the chance to own this beautiful cottage. The bird feeders are topped up regularly by our neighbours and since 1991 76 different species of birds have been recorded there.

What makes this property unique

Stunning views over the peaceful valley. The cottage sits in a one acre wildlife garden with a stream.

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