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Surrounded by lovely countryside
A ewe welcome at the property
Eggs for breakfast from these clucky ladies
View towards the barn from the top paddock
Explore the paths around the smallholding, or head to Chester, Llangollen and Wexham
The local residents come and go
The River Dee is nearby for scenery and local water sports
Breathtaking Llangollen is 15 miles away
Llyn Tegid, Bala is 25 miles away
Offa's Dyke is on your doorstep
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site  via the spectacular Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
Visit Chester City
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22 / 34  Surrounded by lovely countryside
23 / 34  A ewe welcome at the property
24 / 34  Eggs for breakfast from these clucky ladies
25 / 34  View towards the barn from the top paddock
26 / 34  Explore the paths around the smallholding, or head to Chester, Llangollen and Wexham
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28 / 34  The local residents come and go
29 / 34  The River Dee is nearby for scenery and local water sports
30 / 34  Breathtaking Llangollen is 15 miles away
31 / 34  Llyn Tegid, Bala is 25 miles away
32 / 34  Offa's Dyke is on your doorstep
33 / 34  Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site via the spectacular Pontcysyllte Aqueduct
34 / 34  Visit Chester City

Cae Haidd Retreat

Wrexham (4mls NW), North Wales

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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
pets Dogs welcome 2
grade 4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Working farm
Pub nearby
Family friendly
Off the beaten track
High up on a Hill
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Stylish barn with woodburner between Ruthin and Wrexham on an idyllic smallholding with pigs, sheep and chickens
  • Stay includes a family day pass to Park Hall farm(Please check seasonal opening times) & parking pass for Llandegla forest
  • Visit local country parks such as Ty Mawr or head for a scenic walk in the spectacular Clwydian Range

 

Property code: 76399

Stylish barn with enclosed garden, in a rural location with easy access to Wrexham, Ruthin, Chester, Mold, Llangollen and Bangor-on-Dee. Perfect to relax or go exploring North Wales and Cheshire. Stay includes a family day pass to Park Hall farm (Please check seasonal opening times) & parking pass for Llandegla forest.

In Bwlchgwyn with much to explore. Families can have a fun-filled day out at Park Hall Farm or the Ironworks in Oswestry. Further afield discover mountains, coast and Cheshire. For the outdoor enthusiasts, make use of the properties complimentary parking pass to Oneplanet Adventure at Coed Llandegla Forest, with visitor centre, offers mountain biking, hiking and bird watching. Walk to the pub, head to the shop in Coedpoeth or visit Wrexham with shops, eateries and entertainment, or Mold, famous for its street market and local produce. Why not blow away the cobwebs with a brisk walk up Moel Famau on the Offa's Dyke Trail. Take a short trip to Park in the Past in Hope, enjoy a long stroll with the dog, or take part in water sports. Drive to historic Ruthin and Chester, offering shopping, culinary delights, cultural events and attractions. Explore the old city walls, cathedral and renowned Chester Zoo. Enjoy the National Trust’s Erddig and Chirk castles, walk along the Pontcycsyllte Aquaduct or take the horse drawn canal boat in Llangollen. Sports enthusiasts can enjoy the races and golf courses at Chester and Bangor-on-Dee.

Set on the owner’s smallholding, where privacy is assured. As you enter this lovely barn, perch on the bench, hang up your coats and kick off your boots. You will find the doggy treat basket here too. To your right is the stunning contemporary kitchen/diner, creatively designed with all the thoughtful little extras including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher and washer/dryer. If you decide to eat in, the dining table is perfectly positioned in the kitchen, creating a sociable space to rustle up a meal, enjoy a breakfast of eggs and bacon when available from the site. After dinner walk through to the lounge with feature glass patio doors, flooding the space with natural light and giving access to the terrace. Relax on comfortable corner sofa, read through the local guides to plan your activities, watch a film on the Smart TV/DVD with Netflix and light the wood burner for cosy nights in. Back through to the hall there are two bedrooms to choose from, the double bedroom and twin bedroom, both with lovely linen, soft towels and designed for a good night’s sleep. Enjoy a leisurely shower in the stylish shower room with shower and WC.

Follow the gravel path from the door around to the five steps up to the terrace, with table and chairs, charcoal BBQ and lovely views over the paddock. The garden is enclosed for peace of mind with your children and dogs. The middle and top paddocks are home to pigs and sheep some parts of the year and the chicken coup is on the bottom paddock. There is a designated path for you to explore the smallholding and plenty of space to run free and embrace the lovely countryside views. There is ample off-road parking at the property, a large lockable shed and an outside tap to wash down your bikes. You can also make use of the property's complimentary parking pass to explore the walking or cycling trials in Coed Llandegla Forest (3.5miles).  

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  • 2 bedrooms - 1 double and 1 twin
  • 1 shower room
  • Smart TV/DVD with Netflix in lounge
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine, dishwasher and washer/dryer
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Ample off-road parking available
  • Wi-Fi included - limited due to rural location
  • Shop 2 miles and pub within walking distance
  • Lockable shed for bikes and equipment
  • 5 Steps down to the property from the patio area, Step down to Kitchen, Step up to Lounge  
  • Charcoal BBQ available
  • Eggs, Sausages and bacon from the smallholding when available
  • Family pass for Park Hall Farm, perfect day out (Please check opening days and times as seasonal)
  • Complimentary parking pass for Llandegla Forest perfect for cycling, dog walking and running
  • Ample space in kitchen for your dog crate
  • Farm cat on the property, please do not approach
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

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Hayley Hammersley

This property is personally managed by Hayley.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Catherine 14th October 2023

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We had a smashing stay in the very comfortable and super-clean cottage. The host was very helpful and friendly, but not intrusive. A very dog-friendly spot. Wed happily return.

Reviewed by Susan 8th September 2023

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The kitchen is fully equipped and you can cook a roast dinner if you wanted. The owner goes an extra mile by providing a gift pack, slippers, snuggly blankets and toiletries. Even the dogs dont get left out, as there are blankets, towels, toys and even treats for your furry friend. Theres even a toy box for children. There are lovely country walks Read moreand we have a nice pub lunch at Tyn Y Capel. This place is absolutely amazing, and will book again for next year. Hide

Reviewed by Sandra 11th August 2023

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Fabulous barn and hosts couldnt have done anymore. Such a relaxing location. No noise at night just so peaceful. Lovely enclosed garden to sit in and lovely wee village.

Reviewed by Barbara 16th June 2023

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Lovely quite relaxing place to stay well be going back again. Cottage was very clean the people who own it very helpful nothing was to much touble for them both.

Reviewed by John 19th May 2023

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Reviewed by Jerome 14th April 2023

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Clean, comfortable and well equipped. Generous off road parking. WiFi not the best (or, really good if you want off grid), so make sure you have a good mobile contract if you need it. Hosts are very thoughtful and could not be more helpful.

Reviewed by Sharon 31st March 2023

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Fantastic holiday on a lovely small holding. A perfect holiday cottage that has everything. A great location for some lovely walks with dogs. Very dog friendly and lovely helpful owners. We have booked our 5th visit for next year......that says it all!

Reviewed by Abigail 20th February 2023

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Was lovely and warm when we arrived, very clean and tidy. Love the area its in, the owners provided a private walk route around their land which we made use of many times. Would recommend!

Reviewed by Karen 6th January 2023

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Fantastic accommodation and hosts, couldn't imagine a better holiday away from the hustle and bustle of life. Relaxing yet a great choice of places to visit just a short drive away. Two great pubs with food within walking distance. Cannot recommend this destination enough.

Reviewed by Colin 21st October 2022

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The cottage is lovely, in a great setting and very well-placed for great days out. Do try the home produce!

Reviewed by Grant T 7th October 2022

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Great place to stay, cosy and spacious. Enclosed Garden area was great and safe for our dog. The owners are very friendly, accommodating and have vast knowledge of the local attractions. Staying in the country side added to our experience, looking forward to our next stay and firing up the bbq.

Reviewed by Ian 1st October 2022

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Perfect holiday cottage, and we took our 2 dogs. The Garden was safe and fenced. It had everything we needed and more. Will be going back, but for 2 weeks. So much to do and see. The owners are amazing and very helpful.

Reviewed by Gillian 23rd September 2022

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Lovely place, fully equipped, booked in for again.

Reviewed by Karen 16th September 2022

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Perfect in every way

Reviewed by Donald 9th September 2022

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Reviewed by Vicky 21st August 2022

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We absolutely loved staying at this property. It was spotless, had everything you could think of (and more!) and was the perfect base for a relaxing few days with the family. The owners made us feel welcome and our children really enjoyed being outdoors hunting for eggs and then feeding the lambs. In the evenings, it was lovely sitting round the biRead moreg kitchen table playing games then retiring to the lounge to watch TV together. My only regret is not booking a longer stay Hide

Reviewed by Alex 29th July 2022

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Cae Haidd Retreat is a lovely converted barn in a great spot for enjoying the peaceful countryside or exploring the local attractions. The beds are very comfortable and the enclosed garden is extremely pleasant with plenty of seating a parasol and barbeque. Anna , Mark and Ella made our stay extra special with a fabulous welcome hamper, a car park Read morepass for Llandegla Forest and the opportunity to access complimentary tickets for a day out at Park Hall Farm. Thank you for a wonderful week ! Hide

Reviewed by Debbie 15th July 2022

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We love this cottage/barn it has everything we need and more. It's very homely and there is always a very warm welcome when we come no doubt about it we will be back again and again its our happy place

Reviewed by Donald 10th June 2022

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Looking through the host's guest book when we arrived , we were surprised at the number of repeat bookings together with very favourable comments. Within 2 days of arriving we had joined them in our views and booked again for 2023!!!!

Reviewed by Harvey 6th May 2022

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Such a lovely little cottage with lovely owners that have done everything and more for us! We absolutely loved our stay and didnt want to leave! Wed love to come back next year and explore more too! Thank you all so much!

Reviewed by David 22nd April 2022

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A lovely cottage, beautifully decorated and equipped property.

Reviewed by Rachel 15th April 2022

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We've just returned from a lovely week at Cae Haidd Retreat. The barn makes a lovely, cosy base from which to explore North Wales and Chester. It is ideally situated with great transport links but feels like you are in the middle of nowhere with the only sounds being the bleating of sheep and tweeting of birds. Anna and Mark were amazing and went aRead morebove and beyond to make us feel welcome and feeding the orphaned lambs was a real bonus. My little boy didn't want to come home. Hide

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