73-the Lodge | Llanarth | Gilfachreda | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

3.9★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

57 Customer Review(s)

Emma
September 2024

“Lovely quite site, all you need as a base for your holiday, stunning surroundings close to lots of places to visit.”

- Emma, September 2024
CHRISTOPHER August 2024

“Great place to take your furry friends.”

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- CHRISTOPHER, August 2024
James August 2024

“My wife read the previous feedback and was worried but it was nothing like the ...”

My wife read the previous feedback and was worried but it was nothing like the review she had read we enjoyed the stay nice and quiet

- James, August 2024
Zaky August 2024

“It seems there’s no internet connection at all, and the WiFi isn’t working.”

When I mentioned it, I was told it wasn’t listed as having WiFi on the premises.

- Zaky, August 2024
Pauline July 2024

“Accommodation was good and surroundings good but facilities of the site were diabolical.”

The shop..when open was poorly stocked, and the bar was only open on special occasions. Anyone could access the site as there was no security.

- Pauline, July 2024
Sue July 2024

“Lovely lodge in beautiful settings!”

Peaceful, nice rest. Lovely wildlife visitors

- Sue, July 2024
Anita June 2024

“Adds said washing machines on sight fine but they don’t work after me loosing powder to three machines.”

I have spinal problems and the hoover nearly killed me getting it out of the wardrobe only to find it didn’t work anyway it was the heaviest hoover I have ever come across .we put the kettle on when we got there and the electric blew thank goodness it happened the day we arrived .as there was no one to return to after that as the warden had gone on holiday ,I went up the office about the washing machine and it was closed .i never saw it open again pub was shut all week so we couldn’t socialise .i won’t be going again it is the first time I have had to leave a poor review Wi-Fi was practically non existent and shower floor was dangerous as very slippery not good for people that are elderly and have mobility issues.

- Anita, June 2024
Andrew June 2024

“Overall cleanliness was good, milk coffee and Welsh cakes was appreciated… However the lodge obviously has wear and tear no remote for bedroom to, top of bedroom chest of drawers was cracked and the joint in the kitchen surface needs repairing… main bedroom mattress so uncomfortable.”

.WiFi is very poor.. The site itself is peaceful however again the bar and the shop was rarely open… Please bring cash as laundrette is coin only.. We did enjoy our stay here just a few points need sorting..

- Andrew, June 2024
Yvonne May 2024

“Fantastic lodge, lovely and clean, bedding and towels excellent.”

Home from home. Only problem its actually lodge 6 not 73 very confusing to find. Will definitely return.

- Yvonne, May 2024
Roy May 2024

“Very nice lodge we realy enjoyed it,you could not ask for more, and we were ...”

Very nice lodge we realy enjoyed it,you could not ask for more, and we were lucky with the weather that made a differance,everything was there home from home Roy

- Roy, May 2024
Susan March 2024

“The property was not number 73 but number 6.”

There was no gravel area to the the right of the property to park your car. The cutlery were filthy, we used our our own picnic cutlery. Work surface unhygienic, needs repairing or replacing. No tv reception, Furniture tired and looks grubby.

- Susan, March 2024
Ian December 2023

“Whilst agreeing with some of the previous negative comments about certain things needing a bit of TLC, did they detract from our stay, No.”

The firmness or otherwise of the mattress is very much a matter of personal preference, for us, double mattress ok, single not so (solved with a mattress topper). We found the electric heaters to be highly efficient, only needing to be set on low to maintain a pleasant temperature. In the lodge info pack, the suggested eating establishments for those with dogs were spot on. The joining instructions need to be updated as the pond is now hidden behind a fence, it may now be simpler to just say take the first left. Would we use this lodge again, yes.

- Ian, December 2023
Michael T Whitrow September 2023

“Water pipe burst wed left wed night 9 o/c.”

Lodge has emergency no on name plate out side no answer site did not answer.found no for JO WILLIAMS had email us in devon ?bedroom has a TV on the wall i am 5.5 tall turn into room and went into corner of TV now have quite a cut to the top of my head which is still healing you do not see tv poor place to position it.also read on info pack private lodge contact owner no number?.bath room sink has a protruding shelf to clean teeth or wash bend knees to avoid hitting youry fore head.bedroom carpet dirty.bins need to be cleaned . so disappointed have had several hols with you never complained .hope our hol with you nov the 10 is okay. yours truly w p whitrow.

- Michael T Whitrow, September 2023
Bryan September 2023

“We felt the lodge could do with some TLC.”

No spare towels and two heaters not working. Second time we have stayed in this lodge but would not stay here again. We prefer your site at Heritage Park in Pembrokeshire.

- Bryan, September 2023
Gail August 2023

“Exceptionally clean.”

Good position on the park, quite and sun all day on the decking. Needs a little tlc, kitchen work tops and patio door. Small on site shop, very good. Bar restaurant wasn't open. Owner friendly and helpful. Park is very well maintained and a good position for visiting New Quay, Aberaron, and other local beaches.

- Gail, August 2023
Julia August 2023

“At first glance, the property seemed lovely & was nicely presented.”

However, the twin beds need replacing, not only are the bases ripped, the children (7 & 12) found them hugely uncomfortable due to the springs being very prominent. I had to take the quilt out of the cover & lay it inder the bottom sheet. The worktop in the kitchen is hugely unhygienic. At the join, it is split & lifting up. If, in your own home this is how you have it, that's personal choice, but not acceptable to your paying guests. It was clear it hasn't just happened either. Basically, it needs a lot of tlc ie.damaged furniture replacing. When getting cutlery out, several pieces were dirty, so we washed it all (including the tray which had a lot more than cutlery in it!) & one of the wine glasses had bright lipstick on it, consequently, we washed everything before using it as it made us dubious about anything being clean, which was a shame. The WiFi was intermittent which meant the telly lagged a lot, which was frustrating but probably easily solved, we noticed a few people had commented the same in the guest book. There was a huge empty telly box, Christmas decs, cleaning equipment (upright hoover, mop & bucket etc) & bits of cupboard/shelving & so on in the main wardrobe which was annoying as it took up a fair chunk of valuable space. Particularly when there was a locked cupboard, presumably for cleaning stuff where some of it could've been housed.. All that being said, the park was in a gorgeous location, was quiet in the evenings (but FYI, they are doing the park up/putting more lodges in etc so lots of heavy equipment going past the lodge at 8ish a m, in case you didn't already know) & after a bit of money spent on replacing things the owners must already be aware of (lining on curtains or blinds as well) & more thoughtful reorganisation of their personal equipment, this lodge has the potential to be absolutely fantastic!

- Julia, August 2023
Kevin July 2023

“Clean and tidy everything you need, very poor tv reception, shop etc on site, only open for 2 hours sat & sun which is understandable as the site was extremely quiet , little niggley faults such as worktops coming up in places ,a bit unhygienic maybe.”

But we had a good holiday. Thanks

- Kevin, July 2023
Dave June 2023

“Excellent location and the lodge is comfortable enough for a week or two if you need a relaxing break within easy reach of Newquay and some fabulous beaches and countryside this site is great.”

- Dave, June 2023
Jane June 2023

“We so enjoyed our stay in Lodge 6, immaculate, spotlessly clean, and the welcome pack, thank you.”

Unbroken sunshine for a week a bonus. Tranquil setting, enjoyed watching & listening to the wildlife. Only 5 minutes drive to the busier & pretty seaside resort of New Quay, numerous food outlets, boat trips. Aberearon, Llangrannog, Aberporth, Cardigan all under 30 minutes drive. Can fully recommend The Moody Cow Farm Shop & Cafe under 10 minutes drive for a very reasonable lovely breakfast, lunch ect , Will certainly book another week!

- Jane, June 2023
Janet May 2023

“I enjoyed my time there the only thing was I didn’t know how to get the ...”

I enjoyed my time there the only thing was I didn’t know how to get the fressat on the tv in the living room area plus I couldn’t find where I had to put the hot water on in the kitchen but I managed I know I could have phoned you but I wasn’t too worried about it as I just needed to relax and chill for my mental health I did come home a different person

- Janet, May 2023
Keri April 2023

“The lodge was in a perfect location to explore the surrounding areas, villages and towns and had everything that we needed.”

It was also in a great position in the park, so you didn’t feel enclosed. We were not however told about the condition of the cupboards within the lodge until a couple of days before our arrival from the owner. Whilst some of the cupboards had been painted, the surfaces were peeling and cracked and rusty door handles, it was not really an issue for us but I feel we should have been advised of this sooner to make a decision if we wanted to continue with our booking or not. The pictures advertised of the kitchen in particular did not reflect the actual condition when we arrived. The Wi-Fi was also very hit and miss and we literally had 1-2hrs of Wi-Fi every morning and very little phone signal. Overall it was an enjoyable stay, just these little bits that need updating.

- Keri, April 2023
Susan September 2022

“We know this site well, and have visited many times before over a number of years.”

This lodge exceeded our expectations, as the host had everything we could possibly have wanted or required already in place. We even had a little welcome pack awaiting our arrival, so we could have a long awaited cup of tea or coffee with scrumptious Welsh biscuits after our exceedingly long journey. Well done all involved, and thank you.

- Susan, September 2022
Wendy September 2022

“We went out of season so the site was extremely quiet .”

Pub not really safe to walk to as it was on an unlit road . Close to Newquay by car which was lovely but only worth a one day visit as very small . Cardigan bay (Poppit sands) about 20 miles away .. our accommodation was ok didn’t cost a fortune so we got what we paid for

- Wendy, September 2022
Theresa September 2022

“Fabulous lodge.”

Spotless clean. Everything we needed. Home from home. In a great location. Loved our week in Llanarth. Didn't want to come home. Thank you.

- Theresa, September 2022
Karen August 2022

“The holiday chalet was superb, clean and spacious the site was lovely and the escape restaurant bar was great with lovely people running.”

- Karen, August 2022
Sharon June 2022

“Brilliant accommodation!”

Clean comfortable and well equipped Nice and warm on chilly evenings and wrap around decking meant we could sit out at any time of day Welsh cakes and milk on arrival appreciated. Very comfy bed and good shower once we got the settings right. The water in kitchen VERY hot! Sofa and chairs comfy. TV in bedroom had better reception for extra channels and wifi a bit hit and miss but we didnt need it for anything important. Even though the lodge is near the entrance it felt private as on tiny cul de sac. Dog friendly and plenty of walks. On site bar and friendly pub in walking distance. Weekly film showings too.The site is being upgraded so workmen on site. They werent working near the lodge during our stay and we were out most of the day so it didnt affect us. Great base for touring the area . Bus stop nearby if you dont want to drive everywhere but not sure if dogs allowed on.

- Sharon, June 2022
Ian June 2022

“Lovely lodge.”

Park itself will be great when fully developed but think that will take a while yet but it did not detract from us really enjoying the ourselves. One thing you/the owner should be aware of the french doors need adjusting as they have dropped slightly and sooner or later they will not be able to be closed.We struggled to get them to,only going to get worse(upvc doors hinges need adjusting).Overall a great week.

- Ian, June 2022
Sharon June 2022

“The lodge was in a very clean and comfortable condition and contained everything that you need on a self catering holiday!”

The microwave had been replaced the day we arrived and the bed mattress on the bed was great and obviously new! The Welsh cakes and coffee and milk were much appreciated on our arrival. The site itself is in a very tranquil location. Unfortunately, there was some building work going on which sometimes upset our dog who has an aversion to noise outside including people wearing vis vests and hard hats.That said we were out during the day and had a lovely time in New Quay, Aberaeron as well as the woodland walk accessible from the park. It would have been nice to have had a shop or food offer on site for convenience but we made use of the Llanina Hotel a couple of miles up the road which had a decent food offering and was dog friendly! Would return for a short break without question.

- Sharon, June 2022
Ivan May 2022

“Was very pleased with the lodge it was very comfortable everything you could want from a holiday let we had a very relaxing stay.”

The lodge was very clean and we enjoyed the welcome gifts all in all five star

- Ivan, May 2022
Patrick May 2022

“Nice property good location but a downside was I wasn’t informed until a day ...”

Nice property good location but a downside was I wasn’t informed until a day before travelling that site building work were being carried on arrival it seemed like the work had been going on for some time so a notification a couple of weeks before would have changed my decision to book the lodge , the information came from the owners agent not from Sykes cottages

- Patrick, May 2022
Bernard September 2021

“The lodge was not clean, very tired looking, the main bed room was very shabby carpet's need a good clean, bed mattress not fit for purpose there were two mattress on the bed one on top of each other , the duvet was ripped , kitchen oven was filthy not been cleaned in years, patio door was sticking and unable to open or close properly , blinds on the doors had broken slates , sofa and soft furnishings are worn , dirty and unconfutable, lodge advertised shop on site along with a restaurant that were both closed we did not stay the week we booked and left 24 hours after arriving, in my opinion this lodge needs a lot of money spending on it to bring it up modern standards before renting out to holiday makers and change the cleaning company they use, because their not doing the job.”

photo used on listing is out of date so looks better than it actually looks!

- Bernard, September 2021

A new management and cleaning company has been appointed for the 2022 season and the lodge has undergone any necessary refurbishment and the main bedroom mattress issue has been sorted with a brand new mattress. The Woodlands Resort has a new restaurant, coffee lounge and gift shop opening Easter 2022. The closure of any of the Woodland site facilities is beyond the lodge owner’s control and can happen at the last minute and apologies for any misinformation due to this. Contact details for the property manager/cleaner are provided and any issues should be reported as soon as possible after arrival so that these can be sorted for your stay and for future guests too. Property Owner
Patrick August 2021

“The lodge was a mini home from home with all you need with towels and bedding plus a good size lounge.”

Yes some minor snagging which is the process of being rectified and didn't spoil our stay. The only complaint was from the grandchildren that the WiFi was poor which meant they had to find an alternative to entertain. The clubhouse was pleasent although limited. Thank you for letting us use your home.

- Patrick, August 2021
Nancy July 2021

“The location of the lodge was great , but I fail to see the turnaround time for ...”

The location of the lodge was great , but I fail to see the turnaround time for the cleaners they say it’s because of COVID and the extra cleaning needed if it was that the place had looked like it had the extra cleaning I would have no problem but it wasn’t BATHROOM around the taps in the were black the nonslip mat in the shower was disgusting the rim around the shower cubicle needed cleaning Main bedroom the carpet needs cleaning the skins we’re coming loose from the wardrobes Twin bedroom the carpet needs cleaning the springs on the beds are awful, the lamp didn’t work or the one of the power points Living room on moving the furniture in the living room to clean before leaving I don’t think it has been done for a while I think it would be good for the owner to see this in order for them to address this with the cleaner

- Nancy, July 2021

A new management and cleaning company has been appointed for the 2022 season and the lodge has undergone any necessary refurbishment and the main bedroom mattress is new. Contact details for the property manager/cleaner are provided and any issues should be reported as soon as possible after arrival so that these can be sorted for your stay and for future guests too. Property Owner
Alan June 2021

“How quite restful clean and lovely settings people very friendly.”

Bar on site great owners Lodge could do with tender loving care little thing let it down But understand with vivid stopping owners would not put us off visiting again Please put spare batteries as non in remotes Rees family thanks

- Alan, June 2021
John May 2021

“Nice lodge on a nice park.”

The lodge is getting a bit tired a few thing need replacing:- The quilt is covered with a thin covering that has holes in it The mattress needs replacing Blinds on patio doors some slate are broken The plastic coverings on some of the doors and draws is peeling off The lodge was very clean apart from there was cobwebs everywhere and as there was people staying there before us the cleaner needs to look up!

- John, May 2021

A new management and cleaning company has been appointed for the 2022 season and the lodge has undergone any necessary refurbishment. Contact details for the property manager/cleaner are provided and any issues should be reported as soon as possible after arrival so that these can be sorted for your stay and for future guests too. Property Owner
Philip May 2021

“The double bed mattress as springs sticking in our bottom very worn out .”

Not fit for purpose . Windows dirty microwave rusty . Beautiful lodge but sadly needs updating. And the fridge door makes a horrible noise when opening and shutting. Thank you mr Pegg

- Philip, May 2021

A new management and cleaning company has been appointed for the 2022 season and the lodge has undergone any necessary refurbishment and the main bedroom mattress has been replaced with a new one. Contact details for the property manager/cleaner are provided and any issues should be reported as soon as possible after arrival so that these can be sorted for your stay and for future guests too. Property Owner
Barbara September 2020

“Yes the bed was really uncomfortable with the old spring mattress and they were poking through everywhere and the two single beds made our stay miserable as we both ended up with our backs in agony.”

Ended up coming home early.

- Barbara, September 2020
Clifford September 2020

“Location great.”

Lovely lodge, clean & well equipped. Double mattress & torn duvet need urgent replacement.

- Clifford, September 2020
Damion August 2020

“Have a great stay at this place,it was clean and everything you needed.”

The only downside to the park it was in was the shops owners dog was parking at everything that moved and being close to the shop it was quite annoying especially as the owner never tried to stop it when my little girl was asleep.More consideration would have been nice.The place we stayed in was very nice and enjoyed the stay..

- Damion, August 2020
William October 2019

“Firstly let me get the negatives out of the way and hopefully this will assist others that are looking to book this Lodge.”

After a drive of 7 hours from Glasgow we arrived at this Lodge to find it cold and a musty smell. Heating was all switched off, free sat box did not work. No internet connection although when I did enquire I was given the code to connect to wifi however even though you had wifi you had no internet access. So had to use all data allowance on phones. No soap available and no toilet rolls. Once again the owner apologised for cleaner not leaving some. Think the cleaner had other things on their mind as there was dog hairs under the sofa and chairs. Duvet cover was and torn and needed replaced. However I don't think this is all down to the owner people who stay here need to accept some responsibility too if they don't clear up after themselves. Hob needs replaced as its seen better days and is old and engrained in dirt we never used it. If you are a large gent like me better to sleep in the two single beds rather than try and squeeze between wall and double bed to get to your side. Now it may sound as if I have nothing good to say about this lodge far from it. When heating was on it was cosy and snug. Beds were actually ok and able to sleep. Tv worked although did not go on a break to watch tv. New Quay only five minutes away by car, Cardigan bay 17 miles and Aberystwyth 20 miles. Local shop on site and PUb served food so was handy. What I will say is if you want a relaxing break away from the hustle and bustle and have dogs ideal. Plenty of walks and you will need to be a driver to get around. Unfortunately due to circumstances we had to cut break short and return home to Scotland so had to leave 3 days early. Avoided all the bad weather.

- William, October 2019
Debbie August 2019

“Lodge was extremely dirty when we arrive, so much so that after a 4 & 1/2 hr journey, I had to clean the place from top to bottom before we could unpack.”

Looked as though it hadn't been cleaned properly in a long while, dog hairs everywhere, fridge was dirty with hairs in it, freezer had 3 cm of built up ice and grim, beds were extremely uncomfortable, bathroom was covered if fluff, hair, and mould. Very disappointing.

- Debbie, August 2019
Malcolm July 2019

“Caravan wasn't cleaned, after a phone call it was sorted with in 90 minutes, but not what we expected or needed after a 5 hour journey.”

The caravan was listed as having WiFi which it did but it was so slow it was unusable. Apart from the above once the caravan was cleaned we had a great stay.

- Malcolm, July 2019
Lee July 2019

“We where a bit apprehensive after reading recent reviews but when we arrived we found the lodge to be very clean and comfortable.”

The site is very tidy and well maintained and close to local towns such as new quay. There are plenty of local eateries and beaches and the scenery is stunning every where. We will almost certainly book again.

- Lee, July 2019
Ron May 2019

“A quiet inviting site, excellent walking area.”

Good Bus route close by to Cardigan, Aberystwyth.

- Ron, May 2019
Frank May 2019

“The bathroom was not very clean especially the shower walls, around the taps was dirty,bed linen had seen better days, the hand towels had holes in it, in the kitchen the teapot was brown inside so were some of the mugs I expect to keep the lodge clean and tidy but not to clean as soon as I get there also the restaurant was not open some days which was disappointing I'm sorry but I would not like to go back there.”

- Frank, May 2019
David May 2019

“I was disappointed to find that there was no wi fi internet access as advertised.”

On finding that there was no connection we enquired at the office and were assured it would be dealt with, but we had no connection for the entire week. This meant that I accrued charges on my phone package and that of my partner. In general the lodge was very good. Sincerely D. R Phillips

- David, May 2019
Joy April 2019

“We found the site to be very bland.”

At some points we were the only people on the site and found that there was no entertainment at all. The people on site seemed very stressed to help. We just felt isolated. So this paticular site we wouldn't return.

- Joy, April 2019
Lucy October 2018

“Great lodge in the ideal location.”

Very comfortable with all the amenities at hand. I would definitely return.

- Lucy, October 2018
Evelyn October 2018

“Fantastic accommodation in beautiful surroundings.”

- Evelyn, October 2018
Granville September 2018

“THE PLACE WAS FULL OF SPIDERS WEBS WHICH WE CLEANED MOST OF THEM AWAY THERE MUST HAVE BEEN AT LEAST 15 VERY LARGE SPIDERS THROUGHOUT THE PROPERTY,THERE WERE A FEW BAD STAINS ON THE CARPETS IN THE BEDROOMS WHICH DID NOT LOOK VERY GOOD, WE CUT SHORT THE HOLIDAY BY FOUR DAYS AS THERE WAS A VERY LARGE SPIDER ON THE PILLOWS WHICH MADE OUR DECISION TO LEAVE THE PROPERTY AT 01.”

00AM ON OUR THIRD NIGHT OF OUR STAY AND TRAVELLED BACK HOME ARRIVING HOME AT 03.15AM SO NOT A HAPPY COUPLE BY NO MEANS AND WOULD NOT RETURN TO THIS PROPERY WHICH WAS A SHAME AS LOOKED SO NICE ON THE WEB SITE.

- Granville, September 2018
L September 2018

“Good time had by all.”

Lodge was excellent. Home from home. Only two complaints.. think that the double bed would benefit from a new mattress...... and WiFi was definitely off the menu ! will return next year. Woodlands a beautiful picturesque site.

- L, September 2018
Bryan August 2018

“Arrived at just after 3.”

00pm to find the lodge in a filthy condition. I had driven for 4 hours and was hoping for a rest. Rang Sykes and they were very helpful and sorted the situation out, but we had to hang around for 2 hours. Had I not had my granddaughter with us I would have driven home and asked for my money back. Would not stay at this lodge again. As for their being WiFi that’s a laugh. Had booked this lodge partly so that my granddaughter could use her computer no such luck, no internet at all. So all in all not a good holiday would not go there again.

- Bryan, August 2018
George July 2018

“The Lodge was excellent, very clean and well equipped.”

The only downside was the double bed which had the springs sticking up making it very uncomfortable.

- George, July 2018
John May 2018

“Facilities provided at the lodge were excellent - warm and comfortable.”

A very clean and well managed site with very pleasant and helpful staff. Having the restaurant/bar on site is definitely an asset as it offers a variety of options from breakfast to dinner which are in walking distance and very pleasant surroundings. Again the staff were very welcoming and particularly dog friendly! ( Each dog visitor gets their own bowl of water and dish of treats!!) A thoroughly enjoyable break so close to amenities ( Newquay is about 5 minutes away ) and yet far enough to offer peace and tranquillity. We have already booked our next break in September!

- John, May 2018
Valerie September 2017

“Very comfotable, well equipped and did what it said on the tin!”

- Valerie, September 2017
Gerald September 2017

“The seating for four people was not adequate.”

Two seater settee one single chair.

- Gerald, September 2017
Patrick July 2017

“Bed would do with a new mattress, but everything else was excellent!”

- Patrick, July 2017

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Summary

All ground floor (accessed by 3 steps to the front door)
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x 2’6” twin
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with individually controlled electric radiators and electric fire.
Electric central heating (individually controlled radiators) plus an electric fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, on-site shared coin operated washing machine and tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi available on-site
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off road designated parking space for 1 car
Enclosed veranda with furniture
Use of holiday park communal grounds and woodland walk
Three well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop ‘The Essential’ & ‘Waggy Tails’ Dog Shop
THE BAR @ Woodlands – popup bar open for monthly events (dogs welcome)
Local Shop and pub 0.7 miles
Beach 1.2 miles
Note: Lodge accessed up three steps
Note: Dogs are very welcome in the lodge and on the park and they even have their very own boutique gift shop ‘Waggy Tails’
Please be advised that any dog listed on the banned dogs list under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 is not permitted in the lodge or on the Woodlands Lodge Retreat site at all
Please Note: Due to the area of this property, Wi-Fi and phone service is intermittent

The property

This delightful lodge is situated on the popular 'Dogs Welcome' Woodlands Lodge Retreat site, nestled into a secluded valley surrounded by wooded hillside and bordered by a stream in the pretty hamlet of Gilfachreda.

Located near to Llanarth, the property is 5 minutes drive from the picturesque and bustling seaside resort of New Quay - and just 10 minutes from Aberaeron, with its lovely Georgian harbourside.

Set over one level, the lodge is accessed up three steps and has enclosed decking surrounding the front and part of the side of the lodge.

Open the doors and relax with a refreshing drink on the decked veranda, with your dog at your feet, after a full day exploring what Ceredigion has to offer! This property offers an ideal retreat for friends or families wishing to be close to sandy beaches and peaceful countryside, all set in an idyllic setting surrounded by woodland and nature.

Inside the lodge is modern and stylish with a bright and cheery open plan living area with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area and a comfortable sitting area with electric coal-effect fire. There are two pleasant bedrooms, a double (with wall mounted TV) and twin, plus a modern family shower room. The park has a lovely woodland trail for you to wander or follow the River Llethi as it meanders through the park to Cei Bach Beach (the closest beach which welcomes dogs all year round) where at low tide you can reach the pretty harbourside town of New Quay.

Enjoy traditional fish and chips at New Quay, a cooling ice cream, or perhaps enjoy a meal in one of the many cafes and restaurants either in New Quay or Aberaeron where there are some excellent restaurants to be found.

Boat trips to explore Cardigan Bay’s marine ecology and Heritage Coast can also be booked at the harbour. The coastline is a walker’s paradise with intimate coves to discover such as Cwmtydn or spend the day at one of the many sandy beaches at Penbryn a short drive away. The National Trust’s Llanerchaeron Estate invites you to step back in time on this fascinating traditional farm with the mansion built by the great architect John Nash. With the area offering many outdoor activities such as wildlife spotting boat trips, fishing, cycling routes and walking you will be spoilt for choice. At the end of the day return to this cosy lodge to relax and recharge ready for the next day.

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About the location

LLANARTH

New Quay 3 miles; Aberaeron 4 miles.

The popular Welsh village of Llanarth is situated close to the Cardigan Bay coast, offering a welcoming pub and a shop, which although small, is very well stocked, and a farm shop/butcher selling local produce. Llanarth is located on the main A487 coast road, which opens up numerable options and places to visit. Just a short drive away are various beaches, fishing lakes and the regency harbour town of Aberaeron, along with wonderful walks and cycle routes that are easily accessible. The popular beachside harbour town of New Quay is just 3 miles away, where you will find a traditional seaside feel and perhaps the chance to buy the day's catch. Lovely shops, tea rooms, ice cream parlours, fish and chip shops, dolphin watching and boat rides can all be enjoyed in New Quay. With the picturesque Cardigan coastline and the inland beauty of the Cambrian Mountains and Preselli Hills, this is a perfect location for any type of holiday you’re looking for.

Please Note: Due to the area of this property, Wi-Fi and phone service is intermittent.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely quite site, all you need as a base for your holiday, stunning surroundings close to lots of places to visit.”

“Great place to take your furry friends.”

“My wife read the previous feedback and was worried but it was nothing like the ...”

“It seems there’s no internet connection at all, and the WiFi isn’t working.”

“Accommodation was good and surroundings good but facilities of the site were diabolical.”

“Lovely lodge in beautiful settings!”

“Adds said washing machines on sight fine but they don’t work after me loosing powder to three machines.”

“Overall cleanliness was good, milk coffee and Welsh cakes was appreciated… However the lodge obviously has wear and tear no remote for bedroom to, top of bedroom chest of drawers was cracked and the joint in the kitchen surface needs repairing… main bedroom mattress so uncomfortable.”

“Fantastic lodge, lovely and clean, bedding and towels excellent.”

“Very nice lodge we realy enjoyed it,you could not ask for more, and we were ...”

“The property was not number 73 but number 6.”

“Whilst agreeing with some of the previous negative comments about certain things needing a bit of TLC, did they detract from our stay, No.”

“Water pipe burst wed left wed night 9 o/c.”

“We felt the lodge could do with some TLC.”

“Exceptionally clean.”

“At first glance, the property seemed lovely & was nicely presented.”

“Clean and tidy everything you need, very poor tv reception, shop etc on site, only open for 2 hours sat & sun which is understandable as the site was extremely quiet , little niggley faults such as worktops coming up in places ,a bit unhygienic maybe.”

“Excellent location and the lodge is comfortable enough for a week or two if you need a relaxing break within easy reach of Newquay and some fabulous beaches and countryside this site is great.”

“We so enjoyed our stay in Lodge 6, immaculate, spotlessly clean, and the welcome pack, thank you.”

“I enjoyed my time there the only thing was I didn’t know how to get the ...”

“The lodge was in a perfect location to explore the surrounding areas, villages and towns and had everything that we needed.”

“We know this site well, and have visited many times before over a number of years.”

“We went out of season so the site was extremely quiet .”

“Fabulous lodge.”

“The holiday chalet was superb, clean and spacious the site was lovely and the escape restaurant bar was great with lovely people running.”

“Brilliant accommodation!”

“Lovely lodge.”

“The lodge was in a very clean and comfortable condition and contained everything that you need on a self catering holiday!”

“Was very pleased with the lodge it was very comfortable everything you could want from a holiday let we had a very relaxing stay.”

“Nice property good location but a downside was I wasn’t informed until a day ...”

“The lodge was a mini home from home with all you need with towels and bedding plus a good size lounge.”

“The location of the lodge was great , but I fail to see the turnaround time for ...”

“How quite restful clean and lovely settings people very friendly.”

“Nice lodge on a nice park.”

“The double bed mattress as springs sticking in our bottom very worn out .”

“Yes the bed was really uncomfortable with the old spring mattress and they were poking through everywhere and the two single beds made our stay miserable as we both ended up with our backs in agony.”

“Location great.”

“Have a great stay at this place,it was clean and everything you needed.”

“Firstly let me get the negatives out of the way and hopefully this will assist others that are looking to book this Lodge.”

“Lodge was extremely dirty when we arrive, so much so that after a 4 & 1/2 hr journey, I had to clean the place from top to bottom before we could unpack.”

“Caravan wasn't cleaned, after a phone call it was sorted with in 90 minutes, but not what we expected or needed after a 5 hour journey.”

“We where a bit apprehensive after reading recent reviews but when we arrived we found the lodge to be very clean and comfortable.”

“A quiet inviting site, excellent walking area.”

“I was disappointed to find that there was no wi fi internet access as advertised.”

“We found the site to be very bland.”

“Great lodge in the ideal location.”

“Fantastic accommodation in beautiful surroundings.”

“Good time had by all.”

“Arrived at just after 3.”

“The Lodge was excellent, very clean and well equipped.”

“Facilities provided at the lodge were excellent - warm and comfortable.”

“Very comfotable, well equipped and did what it said on the tin!”

“The seating for four people was not adequate.”

“Bed would do with a new mattress, but everything else was excellent!”

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