Guests say
Riverside Rest is a tastefully furnished lodge in Builth Wells, praised for its immaculate cleanliness, peaceful location by the river, and wildlife. Guests have enjoyed the home-from-home feel and the quiet, natural setting. Some maintenance issues were noted, but the positive experiences with the lodge's comfort and surroundings were highlighted.
The lodge is generally described as very clean, with one review highlighting its immaculate condition. However, there were comments about dead insects in light fittings and ants in the kitchen, slightly lowering the score.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness and natural beauty, with wildlife sightings adding to the experience. The proximity to the river and the quiet park setting are consistently appreciated.
Comfort is well-regarded with the lodge being described as comfortable and a home-from-home. Some issues with a damp smell and bedroom doors were mentioned, which suggests room for improvement.
Facilities are generally good, but there were several maintenance issues reported, such as a lack of hot water, broken shower room handle, and a slow-heating towel rail. These issues indicate a need for better upkeep.
There is no mention of gifts or extra thoughtful touches provided by the owners, so it is not possible to assess this category. As such, the score is set to null.
About this property
This inviting little log cabin sits on a quiet park on the edge of Builth Wells, Powys. Enjoying a private setting with a flowing river nearby, Riverside Rest is a great choice for families or groups of four looking to stay in reach of the Brecon Beacons National Park. The off-road parking for three cars makes it easy to arrive and get unpacked, and you’ll be ready to explore the area before you know it! Step into this quaint abode and make yourself at home in the open-plan living area, perching on the sofa as you discuss the holiday plans together. Step over to the kitchen, complete with all you need for a short stay, while there is a handy utility room with additional fridge/freezer for extra storage. Beyond the patio doors lies the rear veranda, a private space to enjoy a drink on the furniture, with the gentle flow of the river putting you at ease. As the day comes to a close, freshen up in the shower room before retiring to either of the double bedrooms. When you’re ready to adventure, head into the town centre of Builth Wells, home to a selection of independent shops and well-established pubs to refuel at, plus some historical attractions like Builth Castle, which was built under King Edward I, once an impressive stone-built, now all that remains are earthworks. The town also has a fantastic golf club and is within reach of the iconic Royal Welsh Show Ground. If you’re after a slice of countryside charm, visit Hay-on-Wye, where idyllic walks along the River Wye and afternoons unwinding at Hay Warren are recommended For a lovely meal at the end of your day head to Caerberis Manor, which has a fabulous bar and restaurant and is only a short walk away. Choose Riverside Rest for a relaxing break in the heart of Wales.
Builth Wells, also known by its Welsh name Llanfair-ym-Muallt, is a charming market town that serves as a great home base for exploring Mid-Wales. This is the perfect place for walking, pony trekking, and mountain biking, and it also has a lot of intriguing craft shops and collectors' fairs. The town has an intense 18-hole golf course, a sports complex, and the Wyeside Arts Centre, which hosts numerous live performances in addition to a movie theatre. The Royal Welsh Showground, located across the River Wye, is where the well-known Royal Welsh Show is held in July. There are also other other events held there throughout the year. This fantastic location is a utopia for outdoor enthusiasts or those simply looking to unwind amidst gorgeous scenery, since Llandrindod Wells, a spa town, is only 8 miles away and the stunning Brecon Beacons National Park and Black Mountains are easily accessible. Builth Wells is a great starting point that serves as a gateway to Wales.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two double bedrooms.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with gas fire.
Utility
Electric storage heaters.
Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer.
TV.
Fuel and power inc in rent.
Bed linen and towels inc in rent.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Veranda with seating.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1.7 miles, pub 0.2 miles.
Note: There is no WiFi on site but there is good 4G.
Note: Veranda is not enclosed, children to be minded at all times.
Please note: As per rules of the site this property can only accept bookings for leisure purposes, no workers or contractors permitted.
Nearby points of interest
- Motte at Builth Castle
- Llandrindod Wells Lake Park
- Wyeside Arts Centre
- The National Cycle Museum
- Llandrindod Wells Heritage Trail
- Elan Valley
- Rhayader Museum and Gallery
- Hay Festival
Reviews (7)
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Sandra
It is a beautiful setting, place was a home from home beautiful, would highly recommend this place
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Chapupu
You feel that you are home.....
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Daniel
We found several issues: -The main issue was that there was damp along the wall infront of the wardrobe in the bedroom closest to the shower room which can be seen where the wallpaper is coming away from the wall. The smell from it meant that the window and door had to be left open at night, on the final night my mum ended up moving into the living area during the night as it got too bad for her. -The handle on the door of the shower room is broken so it doesn't fully close, there is a latch to hold the door shut but there is a noticeable gap in the door which isn't good for privacy. -The bedroom doors were also hard to open and close as they seemed to be getting caught on the door frame. -The towel rail took over an hour to heat up and even then parts of it were still only slightly warm so we gave up using it. -We kept finding ants crawling around the kitchen side and dining table, appreciate the location of the lodge means that there will be insects but it seemed like there could be a nest nearby based on how many we found. The other things we noticed were more cosmetic so didn't necessarily affect our stay but there were several noticeable stains on the carpet in the living/dining area and there were a lot of dead insects in the light fittings in the shower room so they could do with being cleaned out. We don't wan't to leave just negative comments, we loved the location of the lodge, the site was quiet and peaceful with alot of wildlife (including a pheasant who came and greeted us by tapping on the patio door) and we enjoyed walks along the river. The owners also quickly solved an issue we had with the carbon monoxide detector beeping by dropping off replacement batteries. It felt like the lodge needed some work done to it to make it match the lovely location and then it will provide the whole package.