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The Old Cobblers Shop

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Powys » Llanbister Near Llandrindod Wells
Sleeps up to 2
Hot Tub

Escape to the enchanting The Old Cobblers Shop, a Grade II listed retreat designed for two, offering a romantic getaway with a touch of luxury.Nestled in the quaint village of Llanbister, this former cobblers shop has been transformed into a cosy, studio-style cottage, perfect for couples seeking serenity amidst the Welsh countryside.

Indulge in the comfort of underfloor heating and a crackling woodburning stove, ensuring a warm welcome no matter the weather.The cottage boasts a well-equipped kitchen area, a snug double bed, and a separate shower room, all combining modern amenities with rustic charm.

Step outside to discover multiple terraces where relaxation awaits.

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About The Old Cobblers Shop

Escape to the enchanting The Old Cobblers Shop, a Grade II listed retreat designed for two, offering a romantic getaway with a touch of luxury. Nestled in the quaint village of Llanbister, this former cobblers shop has been transformed into a cosy, studio-style cottage, perfect for couples seeking serenity amidst the Welsh countryside.

Indulge in the comfort of underfloor heating and a crackling woodburning stove, ensuring a warm welcome no matter the weather.

The cottage boasts a well-equipped kitchen area, a snug double bed, and a separate shower room, all combining modern amenities with rustic charm.

Step outside to discover multiple terraces where relaxation awaits. Unwind in the bubbling hot tub or rejuvenate in the private sauna, both offering picturesque views of the surrounding landscape.

The enclosed garden, complete with furniture and a fire pit, invites you to enjoy alfresco dining and starlit evenings.

With off-road parking and bike storage available, The Old Cobblers Shop is the ideal base to explore the beauty of Powys, from the rolling hills to the tranquil Llandrindod Lake. Whether seeking adventure or a peaceful retreat, this cottage promises a memorable stay for you and your loved one.

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests have been captivated by the warm and friendly welcome, the superb outdoor area, and the inventive use of space. The hot tub and sauna are consistently mentioned as highlights, along with the stunning views and privacy offered by the cottage's location. The thoughtful welcome basket and the cleanliness of the place have also received high praise.

Getting there

To get to The Old Cobblers Shop, if you're driving, take the M5 and then the M50 to reach the heart of Wales. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is in Llandrindod Wells, from where a short taxi ride will bring you to your destination.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.
Service Distance (miles) Postcode
Pharmacy 4.6 milesLD1 5UB
Train station 9.9 milesLD1 5BB
Pub 0.2 milesLD1 6TN
Dog walk 0.5 milesLD1 6TN
Supermarket 4.6 milesLD1 5UB
Indian takeaway (Spice UK) 9.9 milesLD1 5ER
Chinese takeaway (China Kitchen) 9.9 milesLD1 5ER
Italian takeaway (Fabrizio's) 9.9 milesLD1 5ER

For families with Kids

This destination is ideal for families with children, offering ample outdoor space for play and exploration. The nearby Llandrindod Wells provides family-friendly activities, including parks and interactive museums, ensuring a fun-filled stay for all ages.

Is The Old Cobblers Shop A good location for couples?

Couples will find this destination perfect for a romantic getaway, with its private hot tub and sauna on-site. Nearby, romantic days out include strolling through the Shropshire Hills or dining at a cosy local pub, ensuring a memorable experience for two.

Dining and Cafes

The closest eatery is The Lion Hotel, a mere 0.2 miles away, offering a cosy dining experience (phone number not provided). For a variety of dining options, Llandrindod Wells, 9.9 miles away, hosts several restaurants and cafes to suit all tastes.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find a local pub offering a warm atmosphere and hearty meals, perfect for evenings when you prefer not to cook.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation features a luxurious hot tub located on one of the terraces, providing guests with stunning views of the countryside while they relax and unwind.

Is the accommodation pet-friendly?

No, pets are not permitted at this property, ensuring a clean and allergen-free environment for all guests during their stay.

Is there off-road parking available?

Yes, guests can benefit from the convenience of off-road parking, making it easy to explore the local area without worrying about parking spaces.

Does the accommodation have a garden or outdoor space?

Yes, there is an enclosed, multi-level garden with lawn, patio, and furniture, as well as a fire pit, providing a serene outdoor space for guests to enjoy.

Is there a woodburning stove inside the accommodation?

Yes, the cosy studio-style interior is complemented by a woodburning stove, perfect for creating a warm and romantic atmosphere on cooler evenings.

Are there any walking or cycling opportunities nearby?

The cottage is situated in an area ideal for walking and cycling, with beautiful countryside and scenic trails easily accessible for outdoor enthusiasts.

The Old Cobblers Shop Reviews

Lorraine
What a fabulous cottage couldn't pick any fault with it at all give it a go you won't be disappointed geoff the owner has the place well equipped the hot tub was fab even in winter we sat in it in the rain lol the rest of the outside space was fantastic summerhouse barbecue firepit pizza oven whats not to like. .. husband had a sauna everyday I could go on forever but I won't.. go see for yourself oh I must say thanks to Liz the flowers were appreciated x
The welcome was very warm and friendly. We stayed here two years ago and it is now apparent that wear and tear has not been fully addressed. The bathroom extraction fan was dirty. Since it takes 15 minutes to clean there is no excuse. The jacuzzi cover is tatty, a new one would make a world of difference. The sauna door was warped and did not close. I would still recommend the place and we really enjoyed it.
Loraine
Wonderful stay, everything was lovely & clean, outside area superb, the only things i would recommend you need is instructions booklet on how things work, sauna, hot tub, etc, also couldn't get the sauna door to close properly, would definitely recommend & would love to come back.
The terraced decking outside is an inventive use of space and turns this cosy renovation into something truly memorable. Even in mid winter we made full use of the hot tub and sauna and thoroughly enjoyed trying our hand at baking homemade pizzas in the wood fired oven. We had to tear ourselves away to enjoy the beautiful rolling hills and pleasant walks right on the doorstep. Ample outdoor storage space for muddy boots and wet coats, utility room with all amenities washing machine, tumble dryer, additional fridge and freezer space and thoughtful outdoor lighting means that it is perfectly possible to keep the little open plan cottage warm and clean even in the harshest of Welsh winter weather. Contrary to other reviews, I found the kitchenette well stocked with quality utensils and the microwave functions as an oven too. I would thoroughly recommend this accommodation.
Lovely place with good outdoor space, Hot tub & a Sauna was good too. Could do with a small coffee table as there was nowhere to place your drinks whilst sitting on the settee and maybe swing the settee around so that your facing the TV rather than on the side, however it is a great place for short break. Owner was very helpful too.
Great little cottage, great for few nights. We'll equipped except very little storage space for longer stays. Nice welcome pack
The old cobblers was beautiful and in a great setting. Driving up to the cottage was great and seeing it had us excited for or stay. On entering it was what we expected cosy and modern with small rustic touches. Outside areas were amazing and clean. Hot tub was great and the sauna was amazing after working out how it works. Few small negative points, no welcome book to say how things work e.g sauna, microwave oven, induction hob. No sauspans for cooking food, Also found popcorn in the side dresser, floor was dirty. The biggest issue and there is not much you can do about the weather but it was so hot in the accommodation because of the heatwave there was no way to cool the place down because if you opened the windows and doors you would have a room full of flies.also no shelter from the sun outside if you wanted a shaded area. Bed was comfortable shower room great. Sofa cosy and in the evening plenty of areas to sit outside but the lighting did not let you play cards or read outside.overall we would book again but knowing what we needed we would take them along. Winter time would be lovely with the firepit and log burner.
Outside barbecue area was covered in cobwebs, no instructions for anything inside outside provided, There is a keysafe on the shed as instructed but the one with lodge key in is on the garden wall so wasted 30mins trying to open the wrong safe, on arrival, NO WIFI ? ?. But Hot tub, Sauna, garden area and views where brilliant,
Lovely place ,outside facilities perfect could not ask for more only criticism is a little small inside ok for a couple of nights but anymore i think would of been an issue for us as the bathroom is very small , having said that its well equipped and they have certainly used the space that was available very well.
Zephaniah
The little shop itself was very nice clean, supplied with a goody box aswell which was a nice touch. We enjoyed the cider and wine in the hot tub, which was one of the best parts of stay. Logs and fire starters werent stocked, had to purchase own. Advertised WiFi but no WiFi worked, cleaners and staff on last day extremely rude
Elizabeth
A very comfortable cottage for a brief stay. Beautifully kitted out with amazing facilities. Welcome basket a lovely touch. Wonderful views .
We really enjoyed our stay at The Old Cobblers shop but there were a few areas that we feel could be improved. One issue we had was that there seemed to be a bit of a fly problem, there were lots of flies in the accommodation that we could not get rid of and it was not very nice having to eat in there with flies flying around. We did have to go out and buy some fly spray from a supermarket but even with this there was still lots of flies. When we arrived the dishcloth was wet and had clearly been used and left in the sink. I would have preferred no dishcloth as opposed to a dirty one. There was rubbish in bins which had also not been emptied around the accommodation and the outside area which suggests it hadnt been cleaned properly. There also seemed to be no wifi in the accommodation despite it being advertised to have wifi, this wasnt a massive problem but when wanting to watch a film at night we couldnt use Netflix or the internet to find a film. A slight recommendation would be for there to be a welcome book with information about how to use the facilities and any important information in. For example, people may not use a pizza oven, hot tub or sauna regularly so it would be good to have some top tips or information about how to use them. The bins are also different in local councils so we were unsure what to do regarding recycling and general waste. It may also be worth mentioning when booking the local shop opening hours, it closes at 3pm on a Saturday so if checking in on a Saturday it will already be closed when you arrive so at least if made aware prior to arrive we could have planned to stop at a shop further away. Like I said we really enjoyed our stay and these were only minor problems which hopefully will be addressed in the future and despite these we would definitely recommend the accommodation.
Katarzyna
Absolutely fantastic place, cosy little cottage with ample outdoor space, fenomenal view from the hot tub, as well as peace and quiet, and beautiful starry nights. The little welcome basket with cakes, cider and some fresh eggs was a great and much enjoyed little touch. As much as I appreciate it's a romantic getaway, I can wholeheartedly recommend it for a relaxing girly weekend away too as we loved it
Very beautiful little place, we really enjoyed our break away. Great views from the hot tub in the evening. Ran into the owner a few times who provided us with kindling and logs for the fire pit and pizza oven. Not much to do in the area apart from the local pub The lion hotel but they're really friendly and nice food. The lodge itself was small but nice and what was expected and was left a nice little hamper of eggs cider and wine which was much appreciated. Would definitely go again thank you.
Robert
Really nice spot. Away from the hustle and bustle of big city life.
The property is stunning and well kept. The bed was really comfy. We spent our 2 full days there relaxing. Couldn't log onto WiFi but it wasn't a problem. Didn't use sauna as it was so hot but the hot tub was well used. We ate outside on the patio. The views are lovely and you're not overlooked by nearby house's, it's totally private. Would have liked to use the fire pit but there was no supplies. We had a little welcome pack of eggs, Welsh cakes, wine and cider which was much appreciated. Would highly recommend.
Michael
Amazing stay beautiful place first time in Wales and we. Love it we will be back.
We stayed here for 3 nights in may such a cute cottage excellent facilities if you want a get away from it all , chill and do nothing holiday this place is for you . We were really lucky and had lovely weather so really enjoyed the outside space which was also excellent .
We stayed here for 3 night and it didnt disappoint, was very clean and lots to keep busy with at the cottage. Hot tub and sauna kept us busy relaxing.
Sarah-jane
Beautiful cottage in a gorgeous spot. Perfect for a quiet get away. Inside small and compact with all basic kitchen requirements, lovely fire and big TV. Bed very comfy, pillows could be better though. I would have liked there to be a hair dryer and extra towels for the hot tub. Tumble dryer outside though and extra small fridge very helpful. Gardens lovely. Very private, beautiful views. Fantastic to have a hot tub and sauna. Remember to take some slippers to walk to them though. Tried using the pizza oven but unfortunately couldn't get it going with wood. Apparently needs coals. Really enjoyed our stay. Owners very helpful and quick responses. Would definitely recommend a visit.
Couldn't of asked for more everything was spot on! Lovely place very clean and well looked after
Alexandra
Really cosy stay for a little get away, everything was really clean and all the amenities were good. The little welcome basket was lovely!
Very clean and maintained. Nice and quirky just how we liked it.nice little welcome package aswell and amenities very good.
Very well presented & maintained property, with careful thought given to facilities provided. The outdoor areas are finished to a very high standard. We had a great relaxing stay & will hopefully be visiting again.
Thank you so much for a fantastic stay in the Cobblers shop, we absolutely loved it. Great facilities fully functioning jacuzzi and sauna, underfloor heating, instant hot water, comfortable bed, coziness, all essentials in the kitchen corner plus great facilities to both sit and dine outside. I would highly recommend the Cobblers shop, surrounded by stunning views, privacy respected and friendly neighbours in the village. It would be beneficial to have instructions regarding departure to assist with littler disposal and also instructions how to operate heating system on arrival. Once again many thanks, we surely will aim to return in near future.
The cobblers is a great little property, coming with a hot tub, fire pit, and sauna, plus plenty of outdoor space. It's been built to a really high standard, and is very cosy! We found the bed to be comfortable, but extremely limited on storage for bags. The sofa or a random corner as used and took up a lot of the cosy space. The shower was fantastic, always hot and quite powerful!! We enjoyed the welcome basket, which has eggs, cider, wine and Welsh cakes. This was a great treat! Having stayed at a few similar places, we would've liked an instruction manualwelcome pack just so we had an idea of how to work the hot tub, sauna, and heating system within the property. Also adding in what's nearby etc we know there were leaflets, but more or a better range for longer stays would be good and gives the customer a better idea of the area, maybe a map? The owner Geoff was very welcoming and did offer some advice on where to go. There was a slight issue with the hot tub, but was sorted within the day.
The cottage is amazing. It is beautiful inside and so cosy. The outside areas are lovely with amazing views. Such a relaxed and romantic weekend away. The hot tub and sauna are superb.
Charlotte
We had an absolutely amazing time, everything was perfect. Felt so warm and cosy when walking in and the facilities were great. We will definitely be coming back! I would highly recommend anyone to stay here! Just a tiny side note if you are booking to bring your hairdryer as I forgot mine, lol!
The property itself was amazing, you could tell everything was new and still in brilliant conditions. You could see country views, and star gaze in the hot tub. It is a little in the middle of nowhere but I think both me and my partner really needed that escape. The only negative, is that there werent many facilities in the kitchen that we could work with but can be done. Theres also not many resturants around so if you dont mind cooking then this is the place for you. We would definitely be back in a heartbeat and would come back next week if we could.
Perfect holiday property, everything you need for a relaxing stay. Great walks nearby and a short car journey. We would definitely visit again. Property is clean,well maintained, the outside space is amazing, just what you need, after your walks,hot tub, sauna, amazing view's, thanks Geoff host . Little touches like welcome pack,and there if you need anything.. 5 star .
Christopher
Hi, this property was lovely in everyway. Comfortable, clean and cozy. Lots to do outside within the gardens that are very cleverly stepped on levels and designed very well. Beautiful views from nearly every level. Hot tub was fab and summer house relaxing. Cottage internally was lovely and done to a high standard. Host was on hand and knowledgeable about the area, which has some off the most attractive countryside, I would say in the country. We completely enjoyed our stay here.
What a beautiful little place, in a great location with fantastic facilities. Lovely welcome pack. Nothing is too much trouble for the owners who are close by. A hot tub with a view, or a beautiful sky full of stars who could ask for more...
The outside fascilities were exelent and as advertised, however the inside discription of the property was to say the least not accurate. There was no broadband, no functional shower, the bed was a double not a king size as advertised, the microwave was a cheap simple microwave not a comby as promised, the fridge was so small that by the time you put in some milk and wine that was it, luckily we didn,t intend to do any cooking but we would have struggled. to say the least a complete letdown.
Lovely host and super accommodating! Great amenities! Me and my partner thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would gladly stay here again. Great base to explore wales ! Thanks to the host for having us !
Sylvia
Wonderfully cottage, had everything you needed. We had a lovely week, perfect place to recharge and explore. Thank you for the offer of the fan during the heat wave. Will definitely book again.
Immaculate facilities. Enjoyed our stay very relaxing.
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Attractions Near The Old Cobblers Shop

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Old Cobblers Shop itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Powys has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Powis Castle and Gardens - SY21 8RF
about 21 Miles
This National Trust site is one of the finest in Wales. The stunning castle was once a medieval fortress and has been remodelled several times over the last 400 years. The Great Hall is home to some amazing collections of paintings as well as sculptures and tapestries. The gardens are world famous with stunning areas of French and Italian style as well as a gorgeous orangery. Children's activities can be enjoyed during school holidays and on special occasions such as Halloween and Christmas.
Queenswood Country Park - HR6 0PY
about 28 Miles
Queenswood Country Park has a stunning location offering panoramic views of the countryside. The area is abundant with wildlife and you can see how many species you can spot while enjoying the nature trails. The park also has a large children play area and a licensed café. Seasonal activities can be enjoyed during school holidays and at peak times of the year including Halloween events and crafting sessions as well as ranger led walks.
Cantref Adventure Farm - LD3 8LR
about 29 Miles
Cantref Adventure Farm offers hours of indoor and outdoor fun for the whole family. Inside there is a huge soft play area with a separate area for toddlers as well as ball pools, climbing frames, slides and chutes. The Cannon balls are a big hit with children of all ages. New for 2010 is the Badgers quest interactive maze. Outside there is a play area, large boating lake with paddle boats, nature trails with clues and quizzes and an agility course. At only £29.00 for a family of 4 the park offers outstanding value for money.