Sycamore Holidays with Hot Tub

A stylish lodge with a hot tub in the hills near Rhayader

Sycamore Lodge is a stylish, well-equipped holiday lodge set on a working farm in rural Powys, about four miles from Rhayader in the green heart of Mid Wales. Sleeping six and finished to a high standard, with its own superb hot tub in an enclosed garden, it makes a wonderfully relaxing base amid the hills, rivers and reservoirs of the Cambrian Mountains. Guests rate it the very top mark — a perfect 10 out of 10.

Comfortable, well-equipped space for six

Three bedrooms — two doubles and a twin — sleep up to six, with a family bathroom and bright, contemporary living space. The kitchen is fully equipped (down to a Nespresso machine), there is a fireplace for cosier evenings, a washing machine for longer stays, and free WiFi throughout. It is a polished, comfortable lodge that has everything you need for a relaxed escape.

Hot tub, dark skies and easy parking

The private hot tub, set in an enclosed garden with outdoor furniture and decking, is the highlight — the perfect place to soak under some of the darkest, most star-filled skies in Wales (the owners can even arrange a stargazing experience). Free private parking includes an EV charger, a thoughtful touch for electric-car drivers touring Mid Wales.

Who it suits

Sycamore Lodge suits couples and families of up to six who want a high-quality, peaceful base with a hot tub and the great outdoors on the doorstep. Walkers, cyclists and anglers are spoilt for choice in the surrounding hills and valleys, and stargazers will love the dark skies. Please note the lodge does not accept pets, so it is best for guests travelling without dogs — for everyone else, it is a stylish and genuinely relaxing retreat.

At a glance

• Stylish holiday lodge sleeping up to 6 across 3 bedrooms
• Private hot tub in an enclosed garden, with decking
• Fully equipped kitchen, fireplace and free WiFi
• Free parking with EV charger; dark-sky stargazing
• On a working farm near Rhayader; no pets; guest score 10/10

Rhayader and the Elan Valley

Rhayader is the gateway to the spectacular Elan Valley, with its chain of Victorian dams and reservoirs, dark skies and miles of walking and cycling trails. The famous red-kite feeding at Gigrin Farm is close by, the River Wye runs through the area, and the Cambrian Mountains stretch out all around — wild, quiet country that feels a world away. The Victorian spa town of Llandrindod Wells is a short drive too. For more ideas, browse places to stay across Mid Wales and Powys.

Things to do nearby

The spectacular Elan Valley, with its Victorian dams, reservoirs and dark-sky trails, is the highlight of the area — superb for walking, cycling and stargazing. Don’t miss the red-kite feeding at Gigrin Farm near Rhayader, where dozens of birds wheel overhead each afternoon, and the quieter Claerwen reservoir beyond. Anglers, walkers and cyclists are spoilt by the surrounding Cambrian Mountains and Hafren Forest, while the market towns of Rhayader and Llandrindod Wells (with its boating lake and Victorian streets) are close for supplies and a meal. After a day in the hills, the lodge’s hot tub and dark skies are the perfect way to end the evening.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does it sleep? Up to six guests across three bedrooms.

Is there a hot tub? Yes — a private hot tub in an enclosed garden.

Are pets allowed? No — the lodge does not accept pets.

What’s nearby? The Elan Valley, the Gigrin Farm red kites and Rhayader, with the Cambrian Mountains all around.

Plan your Mid Wales break

For a stylish lodge with a hot tub and dark skies in the beautiful hills near Rhayader, this is a superb choice for a relaxing family or couple’s escape. Check current availability and dates using the booking options on this page.