Sunny View in Rhayader | Must-See Powys Hot Tub Cottage

About Sunny View

Sunny View is a modern wooden lodge perched on a hillside in the Welsh countryside. This three-bedroom retreat offers spectacular panoramic valley views that guests consistently rave about. The property sits in a peaceful rural setting where the only sounds you'll hear are birds chirping and your own laughter bubbling away in the hot tub.

The surrounding area is a walker's paradise with beautiful nature trails just minutes away. Swim in the nearby river, visit the impressive dam, or watch majestic red kites soar overhead at the local conservation centre. After a day of Welsh adventures, you can soak in the private hot tub while watching the sunset paint the valley - much better than watching another episode of whatever is on TV.

Accommodation at Sunny View includes three comfortable double bedrooms (one with en-suite), a family shower room and an open-plan living space. The well-equipped kitchen comes with all essentials including dishwasher, washing machine and oven. The spacious deck area features outdoor furniture and the all-important hot tub where you can sip wine while soaking up those views.

Within easy reach you'll find Rhayader (5 minutes) with its shops and pubs, the Elan Valley Dam (short drive) offering stunning landscapes and the Gigrin Farm Red Kite Centre where feeding time creates an unforgettable wildlife spectacle. The Riverside Café serves delicious meals after outdoor activities.

Sunny View is perfect for families, couples or friends seeking a peaceful countryside escape. It's dog-friendly too, so your four-legged pals can enjoy the Welsh hills alongside you.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating
✓ Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, TV and WiFi
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Ample off-road parking
✓ Private decking with hot tub and furniture
✓ Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓ Sorry, no smoking
✓ Shop 2.2 miles, pub 2.4 miles
✓ Note: The property is accessed via set of external stairs
✓ Please note: There is an 11 PM noise curfew at this property
✓ Please note: Grocery shopping deliveries from local supermarkets can be delivered to reception
✓ No EV Charging at this property
✓ The nearest EV charging point is Dark Lane, Rhayader, LD6 5DD which is a 5 minute drive into town

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Sunny View

Breathtaking Views

The panoramic valley views from the lodge and hot tub are stunning. Many guests mention watching beautiful sunsets while relaxing outside.

Hot Tub Relaxation

The private hot tub is a favourite feature. Perfect for unwinding after a day of walking or sightseeing in the Welsh countryside.

Spacious, Clean Lodge

Guests repeatedly praise the spacious, well-maintained accommodation. The open-plan living area and comfortable bedrooms receive high marks.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

The kitchen has everything needed for self-catering holidays. Dishwasher, washing machine and full cooking facilities make family stays easy.

Dog-Friendly Setting

Dogs love the space and surrounding countryside. Many reviews mention how perfect the location is for pet owners.

Peaceful Location

The tranquil setting gets top marks. Guests value the quiet environment for a proper break from busy everyday life.

Getting To Sunny View

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Sunny View by car, follow directions to Rhayader and then take the local roads as directed in your booking confirmation. The lodge is located in a rural setting with good access roads, though some nearby lanes are narrow.

By Train

The nearest train station is in Llandrindod Wells, approximately 12 miles from the property. From there, you'll need to take a taxi to complete your journey to the lodge.

Ample off-road parking at the lodge

Llandrindod Wells station (12 miles)

Nearest town: Rhayader (5 minutes drive)

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Elan Valley Dam

Distance: 5 miles

LD6 5HP

Gigrin Farm Red Kite Centre

Distance: 3 miles

LD6 5BL

River Swimming Spot

Distance: 2 miles

LD6 5BT

Elan Valley Trail

Distance: 5 miles

LD6 5HP

Local Nature Trails

Distance: 0.5 miles

LD6 5BT

Wye Valley Walk

Distance: 4 miles

LD6 5BL

Rhayader Town Centre

Distance: 2.2 miles

LD6 5AB

Local Farm Shop

Distance: 1 mile

LD6 5BT

Llandrindod Wells Shops

Distance: 12 miles

LD1 5DL

Local Bus Service

Distance: 2.2 miles

LD6 5AB

Taxi Services (Rhayader)

Distance: 2.2 miles

LD6 5AB

Electric Vehicle Charging

Distance: 2.5 miles

LD6 5DD

Elan Valley Dam

Distance: 5 miles

LD6 5HP

Gigrin Farm Red Kite Centre

Distance: 3 miles

LD6 5BL

River Swimming Spot

Distance: 2 miles

LD6 5BT

Elan Valley Trail

Distance: 5 miles

LD6 5HP

Local Nature Trails

Distance: 0.5 miles

LD6 5BT

Wye Valley Walk

Distance: 4 miles

LD6 5BL

Rhayader Town Centre

Distance: 2.2 miles

LD6 5AB

Local Farm Shop

Distance: 1 mile

LD6 5BT

Llandrindod Wells Shops

Distance: 12 miles

LD1 5DL

Local Bus Service

Distance: 2.2 miles

LD6 5AB

Taxi Services (Rhayader)

Distance: 2.2 miles

LD6 5AB

Electric Vehicle Charging

Distance: 2.5 miles

LD6 5DD

Is Sunny View Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kids will love exploring the Welsh countryside around Sunny View. The nearby river offers swimming spots on warm days, while local nature trails are perfect for family walks and wildlife spotting. The Red Kite Centre provides an amazing wildlife experience where children can watch these magnificent birds during feeding time. Back at the lodge, the hot tub is always a hit with older children.

For Couples

Sunny View offers couples a peaceful retreat with stunning panoramic views. The private hot tub on the deck is perfect for romantic evenings watching the sunset across the valley. The comfortable king-size bedroom with en-suite adds a touch of luxury. The rural location means quiet nights and starry skies, while nearby Rhayader provides cosy pubs for evening meals.

Pet Friendly

Sunny View welcomes up to two well-behaved dogs, making it ideal for pet owners. The surrounding countryside offers excellent walking opportunities right from your doorstep. The private enclosed decking area gives pets a safe outdoor space, while the nearby nature trails and river walks provide plenty of exciting sniffing adventures for four-legged visitors.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Sunny View

Riverside Café

Located 2.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LD6 5BT

The Triangle Inn

Located 2.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LD6 5AB

The Crown Inn

Located 2.3 miles from your accommodation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Sunny View

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Sunny View features a private hot tub on the decking area. It offers lovely views across the valley while you relax in the warm bubbling water.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, Sunny View welcomes up to two well-behaved pets. The surrounding countryside provides excellent walking opportunities for you and your dogs.

How many people can stay at Sunny View?

The lodge accommodates up to six people in three double bedrooms. One bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower.

What kitchen facilities are available?

The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. All the essentials for self-catering are provided.

Is there parking at the property?

Yes, there is ample off-road parking directly in front of the lodge. You can easily unload your luggage without having to carry it far.

Is Wi-Fi available at the lodge?

Wi-Fi is available, though several guests mention it can be patchy at times. Mobile signal in the area is also limited due to the rural location.

What's the check-in process like?

Check-in is straightforward with key collection from the small reception area. During COVID-19, this was set up for contactless collection.

Are towels and bed linen provided?

Yes, all bed linen and towels are included in your stay. The beds are frequently mentioned as being very comfortable in guest reviews.

Sunny View Reviews

Freddie

WiFi need to improve.

We had a lovely stay and it is very peaceful but I do feel that the lodge we stayed in needs a few bits updating and fixing. Hot tub only fad some jets working and although we reported at start of holiday they still wasnt fixed. Lodge was lovely and clean but cooker needs updating. The lodges are lovely and would recommend just a few tweaks needed.

Loved the lodge and hot tub is amazing little luxury. Clean and sufficiently equipped and great location. Perfect for 4 people, not enough sofa seating for 6. My only issue was the mattress on my double bed, was squidgy and lumpy. Needs replacing

Gorgeous little lodge in a beautiful part of Wales. Clean, comfortable and everything you need. Lovely little village 5 minutes away with lovely local nature trails and plenty of food options. Slight feedback would be the couch living area maybe a bit bigger couchloungers for sleeping 6 people. That said, the couch and chair was very comfortable and in no way took away from our stay we loved it thank you!

We had a wonderful stay and we would return as the view from the lodge was spectacular. It would have been nice to have had a welcome pack on arrival as we arrived late evening. Also a hair dryer would be useful. The lodge itself was spacious, clean and the beds were very comfortable, the hot tub was wonderful and we would recommend to friends and family. The only downside for us was that you couldnt walk far or into the village due to the farmland and narrow lanes.

Tanveer

Lovely stay

Krzysztof

Need a shelf or something in the bathrooms

Amazing facilities and all you could need for a girly weekend would definitely recommend.

Stunning cabin situated in equally beautiful and tranquil surroundings. Easy key collectiondrop off although in the dark, locating cabins is challenging as their numbers aren't visible. My only criticismdisappointment, considering I specifically wanted a hot tub at our chosen accommodation, was in fact the hot tub. It was more like a hot bath as bubbles were non existent, just a few light jets on the back rest of only 2 of the seats

Sophie

TV Freesat not available for 3 days i. E. from arrival Friday to end Monday. Also Wifi speeds dire, at one point I was down to 3 kbps, barely enough to open an app, certainly not enough to stream anything. We were told that 6 Mbps was the norm for round here. Stairs to property a bit wobbly, also the balcony railing all wood but could easily be fixed. No manuals for oven or microwave provided. More crockery is needed e.g. small plates and more bowls, we ran out of clean crockery quite often. Ditto cutlery. Roads around the property were also bad, full of ruts and loose gravel. There was nothing in either bathroom to store personal belongings i.e. no shelves or hooks, everything had to be put on the floor. The hooks on the back of the doors were a long way up and practically out of reach for someone of 5' 3.

Our whole trip was an amazing one, we were pleasantly surprised at what was available in the area to do, we visited the dam, swam in the river near river side cafe then ate a delicious meal there after and visited the red kite centre. The trip was however made even more special by the amazing accommodation we could go back to. The lodge was perfect for our family of 4 and even our 2 dogs loved the space they had available. Ny daughter loved getting up in the morning and going to buy the fresh eggs that were around the area. The views from all the lodges was breathtaking and the little walk up to the top of the hill was worth it as it extended the views 10 fold. The accommodation wasn't 1010 if you are picky about these things the property could benefit from some little tweeks here and there hot tub head rests and jets some slats on the single beds needed repairing BUT non of this ruined or even hindered our experience. Honestly its one of the best trips we've ever had as a family and we have gone away around 4x a year for 13 years. I am already booking another trip here as we loved it so much. Thank you for giving us these memories and we can not wait to come back and make more

Stunning lodge and location beautiful, the water kept going off so either had to shower first thing in the morning or late at night, happened 2 of the 3 days we were there.

Sophie

A lovely lodge with all of the facilities you could need. Hot tub a little dated and damaged on the outside but it didnt make a difference to the use of it. Hot tub was ready to use on arrival, it kept losing heat quickly but again not too much of an issue. The lodge was very spacious, light and airy! The only very small problem is when I stripped the bed on the last day, the mattress protector wasnt very clean and had lots of little hairs, but to be honest the fresh sheet put over was lovely and thick we didnt notice! WiFi was hit and miss too which was a shame as theres very little phone signal there. I do wish there was some kind of privacy screen next to the hot tub as both parties next door kept looking over Overall though a lovely place and wed definitely come back.

Danielle

Where to start . .. As a family this was our first stay in Wales on arrival hot tub was ready to use, the lodge was clean and cosy, the photos of the lodge do not do this place justice it was absolutely beautiful. The view from the lodge is phenomenal and if you are up for walkingsite seeing its a must however if you also just want to relax this is also possible the only down side was the WiFi connection was very poor hit and miss for it working but that didnt change our view on the lodge we as a family would definitely recommended and would gladly return.

The lodge is in a fantastic place with an outstanding view across the valley, however the TV only worked 50 of the time and there were a couple of issues within the lodge like a broken faceplate on a plug socket and the decking was extremely slippy but we did enjoy our stay and we would return.

Perfect place for families and dog lovers. Very relaxing and peaceful place. Highly recommend

Beautiful property but looking a bit tired, some of the soft furnishings need updating. Light in bathroom not working and shower in master bedroom didn't get warm enough to use, however this didn't spoil our stay and surroundings and veiw from hottub was amazing, would definitely come back.

We really enjoyed our stay. Hot tub was warm on arrival. Very comfy beds. Well stocked kitchen and having a dishwasher was a blessing. Easy to park in front of our cabin. There was even a washing machine! Excellent for muddy clothes after a hike. Thanks.

Andrew

It was a shame the outside lights weren't working but there was xmas lights up ... It was a shame the outside lights weren't working but there was xmas lights up the stairs and the hot tub was aittle worn out and not all the jets working

I gave a 4 stars rating, the only reason is the hot tub. We used it on Saturday evening , its warm but not Sunday evening, we did covered the hot tub properly after used on Saturday, we could not get any other reason the hot tub lost temperature, so we tried to call the number but no answer. It was a sunny evening, weve planned to enjoy the sunset in the hot tub as we always did, a bit disappointed but I still have to say that we have had a good time and enjoy the rest in the lodge no.12. Thank you

Pauline

We have stayed here a few times and always found the lodges very comfortable and well equipped . The hot tub, as always, was a comfort at the end of a day of walking and site seeing.

The only thing I could possibly say as constructive criticism is it would be useful to have a shelf in the bathrooms for toiletries and make the removal of the hot tub lid a little easier Other than that it was just what the doctor ordered, a very relaxing, peaceful holiday.

Christine

The lodges are well equipped, and spotlessly clean. The staff are very friendly and nothing is to much trouble. I have just returned from a week there and already looking to book a short break later in the year there. If you are looking for entertainment then you will be disappointed. But the views are outstanding and the hot tub is amazing. I wanted a quiet relaxing holiday and that is exactly what I got. The site is very quiet. I find this place by chance last year when my mother in law and myself were exhausted and needed a break. We booked for the summer before we had even left. It is an amazing place and we will definitely be a regular there in future.

Loved how easy it was to collect the key from the small reception area with no human contact during COVID19. Very pleasantly surprised at the facilities of the cabin and VERY well equipped kitchen. Supplied dish detergent, dishwasher tablets, scourer, counter cloth and bin bags was a nice touch. Everything was immaculate. No issues with cleanliness absolutely spotless. The hot tub, well, it just made our break. AWESOME! Few minor points were, we arrived at 6pm on a cold November night. It was pitch black, and we couldn't see the number on the cabin to see if we had the right one, and the decked steps leading up to the cabin itself were not lit. This, coupled with the fact that the decking was super slippery, made this quite a challenge with all our bags, a kitten and a child! There also seems to be a problem with feral cats, who come for the warmth of the hot tub cover, and to see what pickings they can get from the residents. At one point we had 10 cats on the decking! But they are not aggressive, and generally did not give us too much cause for concern. Another slight issue was the single bed my husband nearly 18 stone slept on, had damaged slats, which 'popped' off during the night. A bit of a pain having to replace them every morning. Just minor points though, as overall we had a fantastic stay, and will definitely recommend.

Joanne

We absolutely loved our stay at the lodge, so much we booked another night! The view was beautiful. The lodge was clean, spacious and very homely. 100 recommend. Thankyou!

Lynnette

I would highly recommend these lodges , they are very well maintained ,the cleaners go the extra mile , the view from our lodge was stunning . The site is very dog friendly . The staff were very friendly and accommodating , Nothing negative to say about this place 1010 excellent

The lodge was ideal. The view from the decking was absolutely amazing, a great place to sit in the hot tub and watch the world go by. The fact you can see the dam was an amazing bonus. Lots of fabulous walks both up in the hills and around the reservoirs. Would definitely return.

Whole family had a fantastic time, very pet friendly, we booked again as soon as we got home

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Sunny View, Rhayader

About Sunny View

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Breathtaking Views

Hot Tub Relaxation

Spacious, Clean Lodge

Well-Equipped Kitchen

Dog-Friendly Setting

Peaceful Location

Getting To Sunny View

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Sunny View Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Riverside Café

The Triangle Inn

The Crown Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Sunny View Reviews