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This quirky family friendly stay nestled in the hillside of rural Mid Wales really is a bucket list vacation. So, tick this one off the list and book a stay Badgers View for an Underground House in an excellent location for exploring Wales' finest areas and also the perfect place to reside for the duration of your stay whether that be relaxing or making special memories with loved ones. Enter the property from the idyllic outside area and you are greeted by the pristine open plan living/dining and kitchen area, the hub of the Underground House where memories will truly be made. The kitchen comes complete with oven, hob, microwave, kettle & toaster as well as a fridge with freezer and a large dining area with high stools, the perfect place to enjoy that family favourite supper or get engrossed in a board game. Badgers View is the perfect stay for up to 6 people-maximum five adults,with two king sized bedrooms & a bunk room (with a child size top bunk), be sure to grab the king room with the doors onto the patio area for easy access to the hot tub! The outside space at this property really is idyllic, your own private area overlooking a truly beautiful rural view. Relax with a glass of your favourite bubbly in the exclusive hot tub and then later at night toast gooey marshmallows over the fire pit. This unique ‘underground home’ is the epitome of ‘hidden’ gem, cosy, compact and comfortable, peek out the round windows and pop the children into bed in their own ‘secret burrow’ then relax inside or out, the views are amazing from all angles. Located near the bustling market town of Rhayader, venture out and enjoy the lovely places to eat, watch the Red Kites fed locally, explore the majestic Elan Valley or enjoy a mosey in the local Gilfach Nature Reserve, Up to two dogs welcome but must be kept off the furniture and on a lead when outside.

Check out some recommended places to visit in the locality of Badgers View: Elan Valley, Rhayader (5 miles) Drive, walk explore the amazing scenery and views that the Elan Valley has to offer, you will find a Visitors Centre for any information you may need whilst visiting as well as play area for children. To check out Cycle Hire prices click here. Gilfach Nature Reserve, Rhayader (4 miles) Take a trip to Gilfach Nature Reserve, where you will find over 400 acres of open moorland, flower rich grassland and oak woodland, offering a circular nature trail and a great place to enjoy a picnic at one of the spots and simply relax and let the world go by​. Lion Royal Trekking Centre, Rhayader (2 miles) Situated in the Elan Valley taking different routes through the hills, valleys, rivers and woodlands each day. Exploring parts of the area that would be difficult to get to on foot, giving you the opportunity to experience the views, wildlife and tranquillity that the Elan Valley has to offer on horseback. All levels of riding ability from novice to advanced riders. (Seasonal Availability) Red Kite Feeding Centre, Rhayader (3 miles) Watch hundreds of Red Kites feeding daily, a truly breath taking spectacle. The Centre is located in beautiful countryside with a Coffee Shop, Gift Shop & Picnic Site. Quackers Indoor Play Centre, Newbridge On Wye (10 miles) Indoor soft play centre for children, dine out there at the Cowshed Cafe! Llandrindod Wells Boathouse, Llandrindod Wells (12 miles) Paddle board, kayak or hire Dragon Boats from the boat house or simply take a stroll around the lake! Devils Bridge, Pontarfynach (26 miles) Take a walk to view some of Wales’ most famous waterfalls and bridges and while visiting dine out at The Hafod Hotel. If you have the whole day, why not hop on the Rheidol Railway, a restored steam train that takes a scenic route to the seaside town of Aberystwyth.