[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Gwardolau Cottage, Wye Valley Retreat. Cottage in Rhayader with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19490000/19486100/19486069/464e2fd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19490000/19486100/19486069/5ddf79e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19490000/19486100/19486069/7821c4d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19490000/19486100/19486069/61b64f43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19490000/19486100/19486069/aa317465.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the picturesque Wye Valley, Gwardolau cottage offers a serene retreat. With its spacious living room, impressive fireplace, and multi-fuel stove beamed ceiling with access to the rear garden. A large kitchen with rangemaster oven and downstairs lavatory are also available for guests' convenience. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Gwardolau Cottage, Wye Valley Retreat. Nestled in the Wye Valley Gwardolau cottage is an 1850's extension to the main Gwardolau House, formerly the servants quarters and kitchen. Set down a quiet country lane 1.5 miles from the centre of Rhayader this spacious centrally heated property consists of a living room with impressive fire place with multi-fuel stove and beamed ceiling, with access to the rear garden. Large kitchen with rangemaster oven, washing machine. There is a downstairs lavatory. Upstairs there are double and twin bedrooms both with views over the gardens to the hills surrounding Rhayader and the main bathroom. There is off road parking and storage for bikes etc. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76290000/76284100/76284046/951b6892.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful cottage in the heart of Rhayader with riverside views ( pet friendly) Rhayader - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=76284046&PinnedHotelID=76284046&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32923500/32923453/c39ae421.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 bedroom accommodation in Rhayader Rhayader - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Gwardolau Cottage dog Friendly Rhayader Gwardolau Cottage dog Friendly Gwardolau dog Friendly Rhayader Gwardolau dog Friendly Gwardolau Cottage dog Friendly ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.30950%2C-3.52373&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hNLKTwwI_rQUUx4XNd_K8w9jXr0=) Rhayader, WLS #### What's nearby - River Wye - 1 min drive - 0.0 km - Gilfach Nature Reserve - 2 min drive - 2.3 km - Gigrin Farm Red Kite Feeding Centre - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - Elan Valley - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Royal Welsh Showground - 22 min drive - 27.3 km #### Getting around - Pen-y-Bont Station - 16 min drive - Cardiff International Airport (CWL) - 132 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Elan Valley Visitor Centre Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Crown Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Eagles Inn - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Old Swan Tea Rooms - ‬4 min drive - ‪Halt Cafe - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Gwardolau Cottage, Wye Valley Retreat. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Gwardolau Cottage, Wye Valley Retreat. ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Gwardolau Cottage, Wye Valley Retreat. ? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Gwardolau Cottage, Wye Valley Retreat. located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Groe Park, Gilfach Nature Reserve, and Rhayader Library. Rhayader Museum and Gallery and Gigrin Farm Red Kite Feeding Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question