Guests say
Guests have praised Robin's Retreat for its peaceful and secluded setting, ideal for those looking to escape daily life. The property is appreciated for its cleanliness, comfortable accommodations, and friendly staff. The added bonus of a swimming pool and the beauty of the surrounding Welsh countryside have been highlighted, making it a restorative destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility.
The property is consistently described as clean and well-kept, with guests noting the cleanliness of the studio and public spaces.
The location is highly praised for its beauty and tranquility, ideal for walking and birdwatching. However, some guests noted it is far from amenities and requires driving to reach places.
Accommodations are generally regarded as comfortable and warm, with spectacular views. One review mentioned the property being a little tired, suggesting some areas may need updating.
Facilities like the swimming pool and sauna are well-received, but there are mentions of minor maintenance issues such as a faulty kitchen tap and a broken fridge shelf.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the property, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Enjoy exploring the lakeside meadows, medieval castles, industrial and rural heritage sites, classic Welsh architecture and interesting museums.. 16 steps to entrance.
All on the
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer (shared with other properties on-site). Games room with Wi-Fi, games console and TV (shared with other properties on-site).. Large enclosed garden. 3-acre natural grounds with woodlands, sitting-out area, garden furniture, children’s play area and BBQ (shared with other properties on-site). Tennis court (shared). Fishing on-site (licence required). Indoor heated swimming pool (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a spring. There is a lake in the grounds, 100 yards away.. If you are looking for a rural retreat then these barn conversions, Magpie (ref UK6546), Kite 2 (ref UK6547), Robin’s Retreat (ref UK6548) and Kite 1 (ref UK6549) are ideal. Set in a secluded valley 8 miles from the market town of Builth Wells, surrounded by countryside, woodlands and a fishing lake. There is plenty here to keep yourselves and the children amused, with a mini golf course (6 holes) and a games room with console and TV, along with books games and literature about the area. Starlink Wi-Fi is available throughout the cottage and communal areas such as the games room, pool area and reception. If you fancy some quiet time then head to the lake where there is fly and coarse fishing (catch and throw back) or simply wander through the countryside and watch the plentiful wildlife in their daily habitat. There are plenty of birds to see here including red kites. Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Robin’s Retreat can be booked together with Magpie (UK6546), Kite 2 (UK6547) and Kite 1 (UK6549) to accommodate up to 14 guests.
Free WiFi
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
There are steps to the property.
Reviews (10)
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Ian
Pleasant location. Beautiful location. Faulty kitchen hot water tap. Broken fridge door shelf - it had been broken before and was mising, resulting it no suitable location for milk.
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Mark
Amazing long weekend break in robin cottage. Accommodation is a mile from the main road away in a secluded valley. Staff were very friendly and made us feel at home. The pool and sauna is a lovely feature :)
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Confirmed Guest
Wonderful break if you want to escape from daily life. Quiet secluded and no phone signal.