Apple Tree Lodge At Talgarth, an eco-friendly holiday lodge nestled in an orchard on the edge of Talgarth in the Brecon Beacons National Park, offers a peaceful countryside escape with a private wood-fired hot tub and scenic views across woodland. The lodge is within walking distance of the village's shops and restored watermill, and a short drive from the popular town of books, Hay-on-Wye, and Pen y Fan mountain.
Accommodation and Amenities
The lodge sleeps up to four guests across two bedrooms: a super-king zip-and-link room that can be arranged as twins on request, and a king-size bedroom. Inside, guests find a bright open-plan living, dining and kitchen area with floor-to-ceiling windows, a Smart TV, underfloor heating, and a fully equipped kitchen. There is also a utility area with a washing machine and tumble dryer, plus a modern shower room with a large waterfall shower.
Outdoor Features
Outside, guests can relax on the private deck with outdoor seating and a barbecue, or unwind in the wood-fired hot tub while taking in the tranquil orchard setting. The Apple Tree Lodge accepts up to two dogs, adding to its practicality.
Guest Reviews
Guests have highly rated their stay. One said: "Apple Tree Lodge was a lovely stay. Beautiful views from comfy beds. Fab hot tub. Loved the village of Talgarth. Would defo come again." Another commented: "We had such a wonderful time staying at Apple Tree Lodge over the weekend! Our boys enjoyed it so much that they are already asking to come back next weekend." A third praised: "Lovely place to stay in a lovely location. Great for family of four and a dog."
Minor Criticisms
One three-star reviewer noted: "Talgarth has a few nice places but unfortunately if you are looking for breakfast out on a Monday or Tuesday options are very limited as the two main cafes are closed those days. However, we found that the ice-cream parlour does hot takeaway breakfast baps."
Availability and Pricing
Holidaycottages.co.uk is currently offering discounted rates on the Apple Tree Lodge, with prices varying depending on the date and duration of the stay. For other dog-friendly options, the Ael Y Bryn in the Eryri National Park offers a 'pets go free' deal, and the Grain Loft in Powys accepts one dog and sleeps two guests.
