When you’ve ever had the urge to run away to a cabin within the woods then you definitely’re going to like Celtic Woodland Glamping in Powys. Hiding away in a distant cabin within the forest is one thing I dream about a bit of too typically! Typically a full sized home seems like an excessive amount of and I crave the country simplicity of a cabin inside a magical woodland the place dappled daylight streams by way of the timber.
I’d spend my mornings ingesting espresso on my deck inside the timber, surrounded by the chirping of birds and the scurry of woodland creatures.
Afternoons would revolve round holding the hearth burning, lengthy walks within the woods and cooking scorching meals over the range earlier than returning to the hearth to snooze.
That is precisely what I bought throughout a current two-night keep at Celtic Woodland, a glamping retreat in Powys in Wales.
I used to be staying with my three kids, George (9), Joseph (7) and Alba (4) together with our new pet Wanda (14 weeks!) So I’ll admit that it wasn’t fairly as serene as I’d imagined however it was quite a lot of enjoyable.
Celtic Woodland is house to 6 raised glamping pods. Every pod is analogous but in addition distinctive and so they sleep between 2 to 7 folks. You may as well camp or keep within the treehouse.
Every pod is nestled within the timber amongst the birds. They’re not fairly tree homes however they’re raised up so that they’re the following neatest thing.
We stayed in Bedw, a 4-person glamping pod. The cabin was primary however so cosy with a small kitchen (no working water however there’s a sink and a hob and massive bottles for water), a log burner and two seating areas that transformed into double beds. I’ll admit that it was a little bit of a faff to transform the beds, particularly by yourself with three kids who have been attempting to ‘assist’, however it was manageable and it’s a nifty use of area.
An actual bonus for Celtic Woodland was the communal areas the place there was an enormous video games room with pool desk, air hockey, video games, books, huge sofas and a TV and DVDs. This might actually save the day when you’re staying when it rains, significantly with younger and energetic kids.
There’s an enormous communal kitchen which was effectively geared up with loads of fridge area. The loos have been additionally good, clear and heat which is an actual luxurious when glamping. Plenty of glamping websites have out of doors showers and composting bogs which are sometimes chilly and a bit pongy so I undoubtedly desire a shared indoor toilet.
There’s an enormous playpark the place the children gathered and made buddies (one other main bonus!) Additional into the woods there’s a communal fireplace pit the place you’ll be able to toast marshmallows and make s’mores.
Celtic Woodland is in an excellent location to get out and see some native points of interest.
We weren’t precisely blessed with the climate once we visited however we made it to Elan Valley Customer Centre the place there are 4 unbelievable dams you’ll be able to go to. When you’re up for an enormous stroll you’ll be able to stroll to them however we did a brief stroll to the primary dam after which drove to see the others.
Listed here are another issues you might do close by:
- Hike up Pen y Fan (the very best peak in South Wales)
- Go to Sgwd yr Eira Waterfall
- Go to Powis Fortress
- Experience the Welshpool & Llanfair Gentle Railway
- Go to Lake Vyrnwy
- Go to Hay-on-Wye – The ‘City of Books’
- Hike a part of the Offa’s Dyke Path
General ideas from Celtic Woodland Glamping
I’ve finished quite a lot of glamping and Celtic Woodland undoubtedly stands out as a favorite. I beloved the communal areas which undoubtedly made it simpler to entertain three kids when it rained. I used to be impressed with the indoor shared loos and communal kitchen and I believed the pods have been splendidly distinctive while additionally being sensible and comfy. I did discover it a bit fiddly to place the beds out the primary time so I’d have appreciated a fast run-through once we first checked in to rapidly inform me how this was finished.
As with all tenting/glamping journey, the area can really feel a bit small when it’s raining. However I actually appreciated having a lined porch space so the pod didn’t get muddy. It was additionally a simple area to have a canine as I tied her as much as the decking exterior and he or she had loads of area to roam about.
I believed that for the value this was a superb two-night break with the children. I beloved the realm and I’m certain we’ll be again!
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