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Lily Pond Lodge

Garth, Mid Wales
Visit Wales - 3 star rating
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Complex of properties
Hot tub
Internet access
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
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At a glance

  • Romantic retreat set in an idyllic peaceful setting
  • Spacious covered balcony, perfect for al fresco dining
  • Private hot tub with wonderful countryside views
Property code: BN216

This beautiful lodge in a waterside location is the perfect romantic hideaway for couples looking to escape to the country. Relax and unwind in your own private hot tub.

Escape to Mid Wales with your loved one and four-legged friends with this romantic lakeside retreat. With a large balcony for al fresco dining, private hot tub and secluded setting, this is the perfect choice for couples looking for a peaceful getaway. Beyond the private estate lies an array of wonderful walking routes, plenty of opportunities for adventure and numerous picturesque towns and villages just waiting to be discovered.

 

Forming part of a small complex, this idyllic waterside retreat is compact yet light, airy and beautifully finished. Rustle up romantic meals for two in the modern kitchen area, which is equipped with everything you could need and offers ample surface and storage space. Dine inside or out on the covered balcony before sinking into the inviting leather sofa and settling in for an evening of TV or films. Or, head outside for a relaxing soak in the private hot tub before retiring to the double bed tucked peacefully away in the alcove.

 

Located on a private estate, this pretty lodge enjoys a peaceful setting surrounded by a wonderful network of walks, cycle routes and bridle paths. On the banks of the River Wye, the picturesque market town of Builth Wells sits just 8 miles away, home to independent shops, cafes, restaurants and the annual Royal Welsh Show. For adventure, head south to the Brecon Beacons National Park to take on its mighty peaks or spend a day on the water at Llangorse Lake (23.5 miles).

  • 1 double bed
  • 1 shower room with shower and WC
  • Two-ring electric hob, mini oven, microwave, slow cooker, electric steamer, fridge and toaster
  • Freeview TV/DVD
  • Wi-Fi
  • Covered wooden balcony with seating and BBQ (bag of coal supplied)
  • Private hot tub
  • Parking for 2 cars
  • Complex of properties
  • The lodge is accessed by a steep path
  • Local shop and pub 3 miles
  • Welcome pack provided
  • Please note there is a fairly steep path that leads up to the property
  • A private beauty therapist may be available to be booked
  • Minimum 2 night stays
  • Fishing available nearby - please ask owner for further details
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Ceri Gittoes

This property is personally managed by Ceri.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 54 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Heather 1st April 2024

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A cozy little lodge in a beautiful location x

Reviewed by Nikki 16th March 2024

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Reviewed by Richard 5th March 2024

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Our second visit and it's simply gorgeous. So peaceful and relaxing, surrounded by birdsong and with Red Kites floating around the area. We'll be back again.

Reviewed by Beverly 26th February 2024

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Wowww absolutely amazingly, beautiful place. Very well equipped kitchen. The bed was so comfortable, beautiful duck down quilt and pillows. Hot tub excellent, views are amazing.. being on the lilly pond lodge our deck was over the pond . There was 2 ducks we named them George and Mildred they came 3 a day. We took floating duck food and meal worms,Read more we put meal worms out to watch lots of birds....so please take some food to keep the box replenished, that we bought for everyone to enjoy..... Hide

Reviewed by Michael 24th February 2024

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A wonderful lodge in a superb location - great walks straight from the property, or short drives to amazing locations. The four waterfalls walk, Pen Y Fan and the Elan Valley dams were key highlights for us. Nothing better than a long walk on a windy day, followed by a long dip in the hot tub!

Reviewed by Rebecca 16th February 2024

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Fantastic lodge with everything we needed. A lovely little basket with goodies for when we arrived. Lovely email beforehand with suggestions and handy leaflets at the lodge. We had an amazing time and the lodge was the perfect location for everything we wanted to do. Really peaceful.

Reviewed by Iain 11th February 2024

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Lovely cottage and brilliant few days

Reviewed by Laura 26th January 2024

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Absolutely loved staying in this lodge. Very clean and tidy and the hottub maintained beautifully and the location is just wow. We loved walking the dogs around the pond every morning and evening. See the heron, kite and blue tits everyday was amazing. We were also lucky enough to see the barn owl. The national park is only 1 hour drive away, Pen-yRead more-Fan and The Four Waterfalls Walk is a must! Brecon is a nice little town to visit as well as Elan valley. Debbie has been a great host thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Keith 13th January 2024

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Lily Pond Lodge was the most perfect relaxing cosy few days we have had for a very long time, On the day we arrived the owner Debbie had been shopping and left us bread, milk, eggs, cereal, chocolate biscuits , orange juice, washing up liquid, We really could not ask for anything more it was just what we needed ( peace and quiet in the most tranquiRead morel of surroundings ) We would like to say thank you to Debbie Hide

Reviewed by Bev 23rd December 2023

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What a lovely little lodge. Clean, comfortable, everything you could possibly need for a getaway. The lodge being directly on the pond is beautiful. We stayed for Christmas, and even though the weather was awful, we still had full use of the hot tub thanks to the shelter of the veranda. Hi spec, attention to detail. Loved ever minute.

Reviewed by Victoria 25th November 2023

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Reviewed by John 28th October 2023

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Easy to book, easy to contact owner, easy arrival info and great welcome packs - even for dog! We stayed in one of the wettest weeks ever, but no worries on the heating front - gas hot water radiators. Very clean and good location for exploring mid Wales, from coast to mountains. We were visited during the week by red kites, an owl or 2 and a heronRead more, along with sheep and horses next door. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 23rd October 2023

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Reviewed by Victoria 15th October 2023

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Outstanding! We came to Lily Pond Lodge for our honeymoon and it was perfect - stunning remote location, ideal for shutting off and really relaxing. Really enjoyed watching the cows in the field and the Shetland Ponies. Fantastic facilities - slow cooker, steamer, oven, microwave, the full works! Wonderful walks nearby. 10/10. Absolutely loved it!

Reviewed by Peter 3rd October 2023

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Having just got home from staying in lily pond we are already talking about going back, beautiful immaculate lodge ,hot tub and the views are stunning, Highly recommend for a total relaxing break and plenty of places to visit.

Reviewed by Leona 15th September 2023

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Lilly pond was amazing, we really enjoyed our stay and look forward to booking with you in the future. The area was beautiful and lodge situated along a quiet private lane. This was the perfect location to stay, and walk around, with our reactive dog. The host was lovely and the welcome basket (including a little dog welcome pack) was a wonderful tRead moreouch. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 8th September 2023

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Lovely lodge, perfect for a relaxing break. Very quiet and peaceful on the edge of the pond watching the wildlife. Hot tub a big bonus especially after a long walk in the local countryside. Being under cover is an added bonus for the local weather but you still have views out to the hills. Would recommend the 4 waterfall walk in the Brecon Beacons Read morefor a day out Food at the Prince Llewelyn inn highly recommended for an evening meal Will definitely return Hide

Reviewed by Carmel 28th August 2023

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This little space is an absolute haven. The property is done to a high specification and is sensitively and elegantly decorated. Its subtle. The lodge itself itself has everything you need, cutlery, towels, candles. When i arrived there was a lovely basket containing some bread, butter, biscuits, and some cereal. There was even two candles there reRead moready to be lit. The accommodation is warm and cosy. Booking this was my best decision this year. Hide

Reviewed by Kenneth 26th August 2023

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Excellent weekend and lovely location Absolutely stunning

Reviewed by Laura 24th August 2023

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We went here to celebrate my partners 50th birthday so I wanted something really special, Lilly pond lodge did not disappoint us. Would highly recommend this place and the owner is lovely and helpful.

Reviewed by Karen 4th August 2023

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Best holiday we have had for years. Perfect location; quiet, tranquil and time to recharge batteries. Will definitely return.

Reviewed by Hannah 27th July 2023

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Excellent location, beautiful scenery, great as a base plenty of room to cook, and relax of an evening, hot tub was a lovely touch in the rain over looking the beautiful pond. Welcome basket was amazing having arrived late in the evening was great to have a little something before bed. Would deffinatly book again

Reviewed by Carl 21st July 2023

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Reviewed by Joni 26th June 2023

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Great little cabin, peaceful place to relax especially out on the veranda. Everything you need for an escape. Great location and friendly hosts

Reviewed by Kizzy 23rd June 2023

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Fabulous place.stunning views.complete peace and quiet.amazing hot tub. Really enjoyed and look forward to visitng again.

Reviewed by Amanda 19th May 2023

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We arrived home yesterday from a week at lilly pond Lodge and once again it did not disappoint. The owners Debbie and Dave are just so lovely and nothing is too much trouble and really friendly too. We loved waking up to birds, the beautiful Highland cows and the Shetland ponies it was just magical. Can't wait to go back. Builth Wells not far and tRead morehere is a lovely park to walk the dogs then off to the Beautiful Cafe for a latte. Hide

Reviewed by Sally 6th May 2023

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Reviewed by Sarah 28th April 2023

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Absolutely wonderful. The place is stunning. So clean, comfortable and everything you need. We did a shop before arriving so we didnt need to go anywhere. Just enjoyed the silence and the beautiful surroundings. Lovely welcome basket and a little bag of goodie for the dog. Would definitely go again.

Reviewed by Jayne 21st April 2023

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Reviewed by Stephen 17th April 2023

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Very cosy and clean. Brilliant location and amazing views from the hottub. Very friendly host and easily approachable and happy to recommend day visits.

Reviewed by Mike 14th April 2023

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The place to switch off from life, enjoy the view and listen to the birds singing. My 2nd time at this particular holiday home, booked simply for the location - nestled down in a valley, surrounded by hills, green, sheep, trees, birds singing - you are removed from day to day life. Property is perfectly equipped, comfy bed, tv with freeview channelRead mores, space workable kitchen space and great shower. Plus outside terrace area and private hot tub. What more could you want? Hide

Reviewed by Elizabeth 28th March 2023

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Another wonderful stay at Lilypond lodge with the gorgeous hot tub for our wedding anniversary. Beautiful clean lodge with a great remote location - Debbie really looked after us and made sure we had everything we needed during our stay. We cant wait to go back! :)

Reviewed by Paul 16th March 2023

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This was a lovely little break for my husband and I and our fur baby. The welcome pack is a lovely touch. We couldnt fault anything

Reviewed by Istvan 4th March 2023

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Reviewed by Michael 13th January 2023

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Reviewed by Hayley 28th November 2022

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The lodge was so cosy and lovely. We loved the area, it was so peaceful and everything we done was in a short driving distance. I absolutely loved it here - the hot tub was a must after our long walks. I would definitely recommend this place. It was beautiful.

Reviewed by Harriet 18th November 2022

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Reviewed by Sharon 7th November 2022

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Reviewed by Jemma 28th October 2022

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Had a lovely stay, we found the lodge very clean and enjoyed our little hamper on arrival.

Reviewed by Wendy 19th October 2022

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Amazing, absolutely beautiful

Reviewed by Elizabeth 6th October 2022

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The lodge is in a beautiful isolated location and was extremely clean when we arrived. The lodge has everything you need for your stay including towels, cooking utensils and cleaning products. We were left a lovely welcome basket with fresh bread, eggs, jam, fresh milk and juice left in the fridge. The scenery around the lodge was stunning and the Read morehot tub was perfect to relax in, with the most adorable shetland ponies opposite. A perfect couples retreat and already booked again for next year ! X Hide

Reviewed by Sonia 23rd September 2022

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This lodge and its location made for a truly special holiday, super dog friendly and safe, us and our 3 chihuahuas had a fab holiday.

Reviewed by Stephen 18th September 2022

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Returning from Lily Pond Lodge last week all relaxed and refreshed, what a lovely place. We arrived to find the key in the door and a hamper of bread, butter, jam ,grapes and crisps, what a great start. Opening the fridge we also saw that Debbie had left us milk and juice for the morning after, very thoughtful. The lodge is compact but has everythiRead moreng you could need for a comfortable break. This is a little gem, and we will definitely be going back. Hide

Reviewed by Dave 2nd September 2022

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Beautiful lodge in beautiful surroundings. Everything was wonderful from the minute we walked through the front gate! If you're looking for a break from hustle and bustle this is the one for you! Would go back again in a heartbeat.

Reviewed by Emma Jane 26th August 2022

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very peaceful lovely scenery, debbie was very helpful nothing was to much trouble , would definitely stay again .

Reviewed by Kelly 22nd August 2022

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The location and setting is exactly what we were after, quiet and scenic, a welcome and picturesque break away. Everything was there to sustain us for our short break and the comprehensive welcome pack was a real treat, we loved the Welsh butter. The dogs loved the pet treats and the available grounds too, we just managed to keep them out of the poRead morend. Hide

Reviewed by Amanda 2nd July 2022

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We recently had a wonderful stay at this lovely secluded hideaway in Wales. We were greeted by a much appreciated welcome pack (of essentials & extras) and Debbie the owner was always on hand to offer any help or advice. The bed was so comfortable and waking up every morning to nature was bliss. Hay-on-Wye was worth a visit as was the 4 waterfall wRead morealk at Ystradfellte in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. If you are looking for peace, relaxation and rejuvenation then this is the place to be. Hide

Reviewed by Lee 24th June 2022

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Pretty, romantic setting. The cottage was extremely well presented and spotlessly clean. Contained everything you might need. Beautiful welcome pack on arrival and loved the dog treats, very thoughtful. Loved the Shetland ponies in the adjoining field. Debbie the owner was very friendly and helpful. Will definitely be back very soon x

Reviewed by Andria 10th June 2022

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Fantastic relaxing holiday,Debbie is very friendly and welcoming and nothing is too much trouble. The bed was a little hard for us but that is just our opinion,so people like hard beds. The welcome basket was a lovely surprise with bread,butter crisps and biscuits,milk and juice in the fridge and also a little goodie bag for our doggie which was loRead morevely. If wanting to go out to a pub for a meal,booking is advisable. Overall a fantastic experience to completly relax and unwind. Hide

Reviewed by Beverley 7th June 2022

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Reviewed by Adam 3rd June 2022

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Lovely area perfect for a getaway. Lodge was in a lovely quiet area and we had a lovely weekend.

Reviewed by Hazel 20th May 2022

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We had an amazing week at Lilly Pond so relaxing the gift basket was lovely and a gift bag for our dog Haggis. Thank you

Reviewed by Malc 13th May 2022

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Reviewed by David 23rd April 2022

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Debbie and Dave could not be more helpful we had everything we needed and the welcome pack for the dog made my day thank you we had a lovely stay and cant wait to go back

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