Guests say
Daffodil Lodge offers a charming and peaceful retreat with a lovely setting and friendly, welcoming owners. Guests appreciated the comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and the private, dog-friendly garden. The location is ideal for exploring beautiful mountain walks and enjoying the tranquil countryside. While most found the lodge clean and cosy, some noted issues with damp, occasional odours, and minor maintenance. Thoughtful touches, such as Welsh cakes, were appreciated by some guests, though these are not guaranteed. Overall, the lodge provides a relaxing stay with a few areas for improvement.
Several guests found the lodge clean and comfortable, but others reported issues such as damp smells, dust, and missed cleaning details (e.g., under beds, windows, and pet marks).
The location was widely praised for its beauty, privacy, and proximity to excellent mountain walks, making it a highlight for most guests.
Guests frequently mentioned comfortable beds and a cosy atmosphere, with only minor comments about space for larger dogs.
The lodge is well-equipped for self-catering, but some guests noted maintenance issues such as wet room drainage, missing grouting, poor WiFi, and occasional sewage smells.
Some guests received thoughtful touches like Welsh cakes, and owners were described as friendly and welcoming. However, such gifts are not guaranteed for all stays.
About this property
Discover The Secret Garden Hideaway – Five enchanting lodges set in a private secluded garden ideal for family or friends wishing to explore the Montgomeryshire countryside.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freesat, Smart TV, Patio Doors Leading To Patio.
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Biomass central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Front garden with firepit, sitting-out area and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Lose yourself in the tranquil surroundings of The Secret Garden Hideaway five beautiful private lodges each offering a place to unwind and relax. The Secret Garden Hideaway is in the quaint Welsh village of Llangadfan, which lies between Foel and Llanerfyl, just over 7 miles from Llanwddyn. Dyfnant Forest is located nearby. Access to the lodges is through a giant wooden gate, enticing you from the beginning… you are then greeted with the surprise of a beautifully manicured garden on the other side. Each lodge has its own private entrance, with quiet garden and outdoor sitting area. If you are feeling social the larger garden is a communal area for all guests.
The owners have put so much effort into creating a desirable and serene space for guests to experience. Each lodge is slightly different by size and décor. Celyn, Pansi, and Fioled all sleep up to four people. Rhosyn and Daffodil both sleep up to two. You will find an open plan living, dining and kitchen area in all of them. The modern kitchen is well-equipped to cater for everyone with all the appliances needed for your stay. All the bedrooms are beautifully furnished in a contemporary style, conveniently with substantially sized ensuite wet rooms. The lodges are eco-friendly, providing heat through a biomass heating system, the ethos behind the lodges was to be as sustainable as possible during the development phase.
A little up the path from The Secret Garden Hideaway, you will be delighted to know that the owners run a fabulous hotel. Conveniently serving food and drinks so that you can either enjoy your surroundings in peace and quiet fending for yourselves or choose to dine at the hotel for a different experience. The surrounding woodland and open countryside beyond provide walkers with endless miles of paths and trails to explore with stunning scenery to enjoy along the way. If you want to explore a little further into the local area, a trip to Lake Vyrnwy is a must. It is one of Wales’s hidden gems.
With stunning views, a wonderful array of walks to suit all abilities and some fantastic wildlife, it is a great place to visit throughout the year. Visit Llanerfyl’s most stunning fishery, boasting two large lakes and one pool. Bluebell Park meets the needs of experts and beginners and all those in between. Located in a stunning part of Mid Wales its fishing with a view. Or there’s Powis Castle, a medieval fortress built in the 13th century by the Welsh ruler of Powys, Gruffudd ap Gwenwynwyn, sits high on a rock above its world-famous garden in Welshpool.
Lots to see and do here during the summer too, from outdoor cinemas to volleyball with lots of family activities to try. Welshpool is a perfect base for exploring the beautiful sights of Mid Wales. Discover countryside canal walks, modern art, historic castles and heritage railways all just over 15 miles down the road, famous for its annual festival of literature and arts and well worth a visit at any time of the year.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (11)
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Confirmed Guest
The location and owners were lovely, the cabin was lovely too but lacked a few essentials, a cloth to wipe sides and maybe a spray , a broom not all of us can bend down with a dust pan over the whole lodge, maybe when staying a week 2 bin bags, we found the cabin clean but not clean when you looked around. The outside table and chairs could have been cleaned as could of the windows, the doors had the last dogs lick marks over them, under the bed was someone's socks and a lot of dust around, I am being thorough, we also suffered a lot of flies so had to keep doors and windows shut during the hottest week. Had to buy fly spray to kill them all..There was also a horrible waste smell coming from the bathroom. I would visit again as great location and very handy too have a separate court area. The food from the hotel was lovely too. I would know what you bring next time
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Karen McGinn
This was my first stay at Daffodil, we chose it for being dog friendly as we are new dog owners to our lovely Luna who absolutely loved it, she settled in as soon as she walked through the secret garden 🐕😉We really liked the Daffodil lodge, however, having a medium sized dog, we realised the next time we visit we will book in for a larger lodge for the space.I have to say Rachel was amazing on her service, very helpful and the food was good & wholesome.I would highly recommend staying at these various lodges 🙂
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Peter Bristow
Lovely private spot. Very clean and comfortable pity breakfast not included. But it is self catering. Lovely stay