Pwll-y-Faedda B&B

A 1920s fishing lodge on the banks of the River Wye

Pwll-y-Faedda is a beautiful 1920s fishing lodge turned luxury bed and breakfast, set on the banks of the River Wye near Builth Wells in Mid Wales. Built in 1921 and retaining its handsome original reception rooms, it combines period elegance with bedrooms refurbished to a high modern standard — and, with twenty-six acres of grounds and half a mile of private river frontage, it offers a genuinely special riverside retreat in the heart of Wales.

Elegant rooms and a warm welcome

The lodge has eight individually styled en-suite guest rooms, each sleeping two, with a choice of king, super-king, double and twin bed configurations to suit couples and friends. The bedrooms have been recently refurbished to a high standard, while the original reception rooms downstairs retain all the character of the building’s 1920s origins. A full cooked breakfast is included each morning, with a proper breakfast menu — the perfect start before a day on the river or in the hills.

The river, the fishing and the grounds

The setting is the heart of the appeal. The lodge sits in twenty-six acres of woodland, with half a mile of private fishing along the River Wye — a renowned river for salmon and trout — making it a dream base for anglers, though you certainly do not need a rod to enjoy the peace and the riverside walks. The grounds and the gentle sound of the water make for a wonderfully restful stay, well away from the everyday.

Builth Wells and Mid Wales

Pwll-y-Faedda is well placed for the best of Mid Wales and the Wye Valley. It is around ten minutes from Builth Wells, home of the Royal Welsh Show — one of Europe’s largest agricultural shows — and under twenty minutes from Hay-on-Wye, the famous town of books and its celebrated literary festival. The Elan Valley reservoirs, the Cambrian Mountains and miles of riverside and hill walking are all within easy reach. For more places to stay and ideas, see our guide to holiday accommodation in Mid Wales and Powys.

A riverside retreat

This is the sort of place people choose for a proper escape — a fishing trip, a special celebration, or simply a few quiet days by the river. Days can be spent on the water, walking in the surrounding countryside or visiting the shows and book town nearby, before returning to the elegance and calm of a historic lodge. With its riverside setting, period character and genuine sense of peace, Pwll-y-Faedda offers a memorable Mid Wales stay. The River Wye is one of Britain’s most celebrated rivers, prized by anglers and nature lovers alike, and waking to the sound of the water through 26 acres of private woodland is an experience few stays can match.

At a glance

• Historic 1920s fishing lodge run as a luxury B&B
• Eight individually styled en-suite rooms (each sleeps 2)
• Full cooked breakfast included
• 26 acres of grounds with half a mile of private River Wye fishing
• Original period reception rooms; recently refurbished bedrooms
• About 10 minutes from Builth Wells; under 20 from Hay-on-Wye

Frequently Asked Questions

How old is the lodge? It is a fishing lodge built in 1921, retaining its original reception rooms.

Is breakfast included? Yes — a full cooked breakfast is included each morning.

Is there fishing? Yes — the lodge has half a mile of private fishing along the River Wye within its 26 acres.

Where is it? On the banks of the River Wye near Builth Wells, in Mid Wales.

What is nearby? Builth Wells and the Royal Welsh Show, Hay-on-Wye, the Elan Valley and the Cambrian Mountains.

For an elegant, peaceful riverside retreat in the heart of Wales, Pwll-y-Faedda is a wonderful choice. Check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.