Welsh MarchesThis area is Wales' best kept secret - timeless border country to low hills and lakes, waterfalls and rivers, stretching from the Berwyn mountains in the north, to the Brecon Beacons in the south with the Elan valley and Radnor forest in the centre. From this Mid Wales holiday cottage you can see the Kerry Ridgeway, great walking country with terrific views - a gentle 15 mile route through the hills of the central Welsh Marches, walking through history from the Stone Age, via the Bronze and Iron Ages, to a Norman mote and bailey castle high above Bishop's Castle. Dogs welcome. Kingfisher Kayak and Canoe HireDiscover the tranquil beauty and abundant wildlife of the river Severn close to its source or the magnificent man made Montgomery Canal from the water. Mid Wales Off Road, LlywdcoedExperience thrilling drives in off road karts, the argo cat or on a digger! Suitable for those of 10 - 70 years of age. Gregynog Hall, Powis Castle, Montgomery CastleGregynog Hall is just a few miles away and is reached via driving through beautiful countryside and past some striking sculpture. Enjoy good food at the new café and do visit the shop selling Welsh produce and crafts. Powis Castle, Montgomery Castle and Llanfair RailwayPowis Castle and gardens and Montgomery Castle are both a short drive away as is the Llanfair Railway which runs along the scenic route from Llanfair Caereinion to Welshpool. Walk the Kerry RidgewayBegin at Cider House Farm near the village of Kerry to walk the stunning ancient 15 mile path to Bishop's Castle with breathtaking views of Wales on one side and England on the other as you pass over moors, woodland and heath. Llyn Mawr Nature Reserve (SSSI)Llyn Mawr Nature Reserve (SSSI) is close by and if you like your wildlife wet, this is the place to be - all 12 hectares of it! Water-loving birds and aquatic plants all thrive because of a plentiful supply of food delivered to the lake by rain, air and the surrounding nutrient rich moorland. Lake VyrnwyLake Vyrnwy is a pleasant drive away with its walking routes that weave in and out of the forests and take you along side the lake. Whether you are a hardened hill walker or a casual ambler, there are 4 main trails to choose from. Great to explore on foot or on your bike, you`ll not go away without fond memories. LlanidloesLlanidloes is a favourite destination of visitors to this Mid Wales holiday cottage with its only surviving timber framed market hall in Wales in the centre of town, where locals meet to take shelter or pass the time of day. Do visit the Welsh Quilt Centre. The walk to the source of the River Severn starts near here, dogs welcome, a seven mile round trip with panoramic views and paths which wind in and out of the trees alongside the River. Elan Valley The breathtaking scenic Elan Valley, Clewedog Dam and Bala Lake are all within easy reach. This charming Mid Wales holiday cottage in the heart of Welsh countryside is a comfortable base for year round holidays. Its meticulous owner once cared for and maintained Gregynog Hall and now applies his skills and expertise at home.
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Mountains to get lost in; valleys to walk through; beaches to build sandcastles on. Wales is diverse and inviting. Boasting three national parks Snowdonia, Pembrokeshire and the Brecon Beacons and some glorious beaches. Stay on a farm, in a yurt or in a log cabin or simply camp to make the most of the outdoors.