Rhayader
Hares Rest
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
6 Guests
HOT TUB | VIEWS | FIRE PIT | CHILDRENS PLAY AREA
Hares Rest Cabin – Relax, Recharge & Reconnect in the Welsh Countryside
Nestled in the heart of rural Wales, Hares Rest offers stunning views and peaceful surroundings, all best enjoyed from your private hot tub— the perfect spot to unwind.
Set on a popular, family-friendly site, this charming cabin features a generous decked area with outdoor seating, ideal for alfresco dining. There's also a fire pit for toasting marshmallows under the stars, and a nearby children's play area for hours of entertainment.
Inside, you’ll find a stylish open plan living and kitchen area, complete with modern furnishings and thoughtful touches. The kitchen is well-equipped with light grey cabinetry, copper accents, under cabinet lighting, and all the appliances you need — including a microwave, fridge with freezer box, gas hob and sink with drainer.
The cosy living space features a large L-shaped sofa and TV, perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure. This area can also be converted into an extra-wide sleeping space (sleeps up to 6 total with an additional fee).
At the rear, the dining area seats six around a free standing table and transforms into a sleeping space with a wall-mounted double bed. Above, a ladder-accessed mezzanine provides a flexible sleeping arrangement with a double or twin beds.
The modern bathroom includes a spacious shower, heated towel rail, vanity sink unit, and WC — everything you need to refresh and recharge.
Whether you're staying in or heading out, Hares Rest is perfectly located. The market town of Rhayader is just minutes away, offering pubs, cafes, and local shops. The stunning Elan Valley and Gilfach Nature Reserve are also nearby — ideal for walking, nature watching, and soaking up the fresh Welsh air.
Please be advised that there is a 10pm outdoor noise curfew. This is a family-friendly property, and all guests are expected to respect the quiet hours to ensure the comfort of everyone on site.
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Eating & Drinking
Eating & Drinking..
Check out our top picks for local spots and tasty treats to enjoy from the comfort of your cabin:
Eating Out
The Lost Arc, Rhayader, (4 miles)
Venue. Café. Arts Centre. Serving wholesome homemade food and delicious coffee.
01597 811226
The Crown Inn, Rhayader, (4 miles)
A pet friendly Pub and Restaurant with a private and secluded Beer Garden.
01597 811099
The Triangle Inn, Rhayader, (4 miles)
Serving home made food with ingredients sourced from local farmers!
01597 810537
Ty Morgans Coffee Shop, Rhayader, (4 miles)
A fresh and local Coffee Shop, Serving hand roasted coffees, hot food and fresh salads!
01597 811666
The Metropole Hotel, Llandrindod Wells, (7 miles)
The Head-Chef is committed to providing unforgettable dining experiences, creating mouth-watering seasonal dishes from the finest local Welsh ingredients.
01597 823700
The Coach House Cafe, Gwystre (2.5 miles)
Home made cakes & food with great service
01597 457001Takeaways
Turkish Delight, Rhayader (4 miles)
Serving pizzas, kebabs, burgers & chips until 10/11pm.
01597 810641
Evans Plaice, Rhayader (4 miles)
Local fish & chip shop.
01597 810317
Wing's Chinese Takeaway, Rhayader (4 miles)
Chinese cuisine.
01597 810178
Fabians Kitchen, Llandrindod Wells (7 miles)
Inspired by the ingredients available to us Fabian mixes elegant cuisine with the spices and flavours of good quality food to create a classic dining experience.
01597 824642
Local Shops / Supermarkets
Watsons Family Butcher, Rhayader (3 miles)
Local butchers selling fresh, local meats.
01597 810342
Crumptons, Rhayader (4 miles)
Local fruit & veg shop full of fresh produce.
01597 810838
Co-Op, Rhayader (4 miles)
Perfect for any essentials or ingredients you may need during your stay.
Tesco, Llandrindod Wells (7 miles)
Large supermarket. -
Essentials
Additional Information ..
Do you want to know a little bit more on what Hares Rest has included before arriving?
Then look no further we have all the information you could possibly need right here!
Check In / Check Out
Standard check in is from 4pm & check out is by 10am.
This property offers 'Early Check In' at the following rates:- From 2pm - £40
- From 3pm - £20
'Late Check Out' is offered at the following rates:
- By 11am - £25
- By 12pm - £50
Please let us know if you wish to add either of these to your booking and payment is to be made at the time of ordering this with us.
Hot Tub & Outside Area
Sleeping Arrangements
2 x single beds or 1 x king size bed (mezzanine area)
1 x pull out double bed from dining area
1 x double sofa bed (£30 fee for this)
When booking, please specify how you would like the beds made in the mezzanine area & add the sofa bed if this is needed.
Linen & Towels
All bed linen is provided.
One hand towel & one bath sheet are provided per guest.
If using the hot tub we recommend also bringing your own towels too!
Cots & Highchairs
We are happy to provide a travel cot & a high chair for your stay. These are to be booked through us prior to your stay.
The travel cots do not have bedding included.
Hampers
This property offers the Hampers, please get in touch for a list of options.
If you wish to order any of these please ensure you let us know 2 weeks prior to check in.
Hares Rest has its own private hot tub, what better way to relax during your stay then making full use of this whilst admiring the beautiful view!
The hot tubs are emptied, cleaned & re filled at every change over - please be mindful that they may not be quite up to temperature when you first arrive.Kitchen
The kitchen comes complete with oven, hobs, microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment, toaster & kettle.
We leave for all guests, a tea towel, sponge & cloth, tea coffee & sugar & fairy liquid.
In the cupboards you will find: mugs, water glasses, wine glasses, bowls, dinner plates & tea plates as well as cutlery. For cooking, baking trays, utensils, mixing bowls, oven dishes.
Bathroom
In the bathroom you will find a shower, hand sink, flushing toilet & heated towel rail as well as toilet paper & hand soap.
Wi-Fi
This property has Wi-Fi with good signal but occasionally intermittent.
Heating
Hares Rest is heated with radiators.
Parking
There is parking space for 2 cars at the property. -
Your Hosts
Meet Stephen & Dawn ..
Stephen and Dawn Rowlands are the owners of Cae Llwyn Breaks, a family friendly site based on a farm in the heart of the countryside just outside Rhayader.
Cae Llwyn Breaks offers a unique opportunity for everyone to enjoy and experience the peace and beauty of Mid Wales.
The site comprises of two log cabins which were Stephen and Dawn's first venture and they soon got the staycation buzz and expanded to host an additional eight lodges and four luxury glamping tents!
A short drive directly off the A44 means the site is lucky enough to be fantastically located for all types of getaways! Bring your walking boots, bikes or books and cycle or walk the many Mid Wales trails for the adventurers amongst us! Or simply spend your stay relaxing in your own private terrace equipped with your own hot tub and fire pit. Not forgetting our newly installed children's play area too for keeping your little ones entertained. -
Things To Do
Things To Do ..
Check out some recommended places to visit in the locality of Hares Rest ..
Elan Valley, Rhayader (8 miles)
Drive, walk explore the amazing scenery and views that the Elan Valley has to offer, you will find a Visitors Centre for any information you may need whilst visiting as well as play area for children.
To check out Cycle Hire prices click here.
Red Kite Feeding Centre, Rhayader (5 miles)
Watch hundreds of Red Kites feeding daily, a truly breath taking spectacle. The Centre is located in beautiful countryside with a Coffee Shop, Gift Shop & Picnic Site.
Lion Royal Trekking Centre, Rhayader (5 miles)
Situated in the Elan Valley taking different routes through the hills, valleys, rivers and woodlands each day. Exploring parts of the area that would be difficult to get to on foot, giving you the opportunity to experience the views, wildlife and tranquillity that the Elan Valley has to offer on horseback. All levels of riding ability from novice to advanced riders. (Seasonal Availability)
Gilfach Nature Reserve, Rhayader (4 miles)
Take a trip to Gilfach Nature Reserve, where you will find over 400 acres of open moorland, flower rich grassland and oak woodland, offering a circular nature trail and a great place to enjoy a picnic at one of the spots and simply relax and let the world go by?.
Quackers Indoor Play Centre, Newbridge On Wye (5 miles)
Indoor soft play centre for children, dine out there at the Cowshed Cafe!
Llandrindod Wells Boathouse, Llandrindod Wells (8 miles)
Paddle board, kayak or hire Dragon Boats from the boat house or simply take a stroll around the lake!
Devils Bridge, Pontarfynach (30 miles)
Take a walk to view some of Wales’ most famous waterfalls and bridges and while visiting dine out at The Hafod Hotel. If you have the whole day, why not hop on the Rheidol Railway, a restored steam train that takes a scenic route to the seaside town of Aberystwyth.
Spring Rock Fishery, Crossgates (11 miles)
Two-and-a-half acre specimen carp lake set in in stunning rural setting with anglers’ pods.
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