About Holly Lodge

Holly Lodge is a newly-appointed wooden lodge on the outskirts of Forden in Mid Wales, just 2.9 miles from the market town of Montgomery. Panoramic views stretch across open countryside to Corndon Hill and the lodge sits right on the boundary of Offa's Dyke path. This is a high-specification property with underfloor heating, a woodburning stove and a welcome pack including Prosecco, fresh flowers and eggs from the owner's own chickens.

The setting is genuinely rural and peaceful. Sheep, goats, lambs and chickens are visible from the property. Guests have recorded 36 bird species including red kites and honey buzzards. Walks start from the doorstep. Welshpool is roughly 10 minutes by car and Snowdonia National Park is within driving distance.

The lodge sleeps up to 8 across four bedrooms. There are three king-size rooms one upstairs master and two on the ground floor plus a ground-floor twin. One ground-floor king has its own en-suite walk-in shower. Three bathrooms in total serve the property.

Montgomery Castle is 2.9 miles away. Powis Castle in Welshpool is around 9 miles (20 minutes). The Shropshire Hills AONB is under 30 minutes by car. Offa's Dyke National Trail runs through the nearby fields.

Holly Lodge suits families, groups and dog owners equally well. The hot tub with built-in Bluetooth speakers and the first-floor snug with its woodburning stove make this a genuinely special base. Book it before someone else does.

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Need To Know

✓Heat pump underfloor heating with woodburning stove
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dryer, dishwasher
✓3 x tv's, wifi
✓Fuel, power and starter pack included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Ample off-road parking
✓Enclosed garden with lawn, patio, furniture, barbeque and hot tub
✓Pet-friendly
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 2.9 miles, pub 2.5 miles the charging of electric cars is not permissible at the property

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Holly Lodge Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Holly Lodge during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Shropshire's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Montgomery Castle

Distance: 2.9 miles

SY15 6HH

Powis Castle & Garden (National Trust)

Distance: 9 miles

SY21 8RF

Offa's Dyke National Trail

Distance: From the doorstep

SY21 8ND

Rectory Wood Walk

Distance: 3 miles

SY15 6HA

Berriew River & Canal Walk

Distance: 6 miles

SY21 8PQ

Brown Clee Hill

Distance: 18 miles

DY14 8LT

Montgomery Town Centre

Distance: 2.9 miles

SY15 6PZ

Welshpool Town Centre & Supermarkets

Distance: 9 miles

SY21 7DH

Bishop's Castle Market Town

Distance: 12 miles

SY9 5BN

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

Distance: 9 miles

SY21 0SF

Welshpool Bus & Taxi Links

Distance: 9 miles

SY21 7DH

Newtown Town Centre

Distance: 14 miles

SY16 2NH

Montgomery Castle

Distance: 2.9 miles

SY15 6HH

Powis Castle & Garden (National Trust)

Distance: 9 miles

SY21 8RF

Offa's Dyke National Trail

Distance: From the doorstep

SY21 8ND

Rectory Wood Walk

Distance: 3 miles

SY15 6HA

Berriew River & Canal Walk

Distance: 6 miles

SY21 8PQ

Brown Clee Hill

Distance: 18 miles

DY14 8LT

Montgomery Town Centre

Distance: 2.9 miles

SY15 6PZ

Welshpool Town Centre & Supermarkets

Distance: 9 miles

SY21 7DH

Bishop's Castle Market Town

Distance: 12 miles

SY9 5BN

Welshpool & Llanfair Light Railway

Distance: 9 miles

SY21 0SF

Welshpool Bus & Taxi Links

Distance: 9 miles

SY21 7DH

Newtown Town Centre

Distance: 14 miles

SY16 2NH

Is Holly Lodge Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The garden has swings and a large secure field to run around in. Children can watch and feed chickens, goats, sheep and lambs on site. The hot tub is a big hit with older kids. Montgomery Castle is less than 3 miles away for a proper day out.

For Couples

The first-floor snug with its woodburning stove and picture window overlooking sheep fields is made for two. Add a private hot tub with Bluetooth speakers, Prosecco in the welcome pack and total rural quiet. Montgomery is 2.9 miles away for dinner. Hard to beat for a proper escape.

Pet Friendly

Dogs are welcome at Holly Lodge. The garden is fully enclosed and there is a large secure open field at the front of the property. Offa's Dyke path starts from the boundary for long walks straight away. Multiple guests have brought dogs and rated it highly.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Holly Lodge

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Holly Lodge

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes. Holly Lodge has an outdoor hot tub on the patio with built-in Bluetooth speakers. It is maintained and sanitised every morning by the owner and guests use it both day and night.

Is Holly Lodge pet friendly?

Yes, dogs are welcome at Holly Lodge. There is a fully enclosed garden and a large secure open field at the front of the property giving dogs plenty of safe space to run.

How many people does Holly Lodge sleep?

The lodge sleeps up to 8 guests across four bedrooms. There are three king-size rooms and one twin room spread across the ground and first floors.

Is the property suitable for guests with limited mobility?

One ground-floor king-size bedroom has its own en-suite with a walk-in shower, basin and WC. The ground floor also has a shower room and open-plan living space making it accessible for guests with limited mobility.

What is the kitchen like?

The kitchen is fully equipped with marble worktops, a stylish island, electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Multiple guests have described it as exceptionally well stocked with crockery and utensils.

Is there parking at Holly Lodge?

Yes. The property has a spacious gravelled driveway with ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles. It is easy to find and straightforward to access.

What is there to do nearby?

Montgomery Castle is under 3 miles away and Powis Castle in Welshpool is around 9 miles. Offa's Dyke path starts from the property boundary and the Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is within easy driving distance.

What is included in the rental price?

Fuel and power are included in the rent along with bed linen and towels. A welcome pack with Prosecco, fresh eggs, flowers, tea, coffee and biscuits is provided on arrival.

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The lodge was spacious and well equipped in a peaceful location . We loved the upstairs lounge and flexible lounge kitchen area which was also very comfortable . The shower toilet rooms were all spacious . The dining table and second outdoor table all perfect for our needs . Are only collective negative were the beds which were all too soft for us . The other thought which would have enhanced our stay would be two more chairs in the upstairs lounge which was large enough to accommodate as there was eight of us and the seating is for six , seat fights ensued ! . We all felt that the accommodation surpassed the on line pictures looking brighter and cleaner when we arrived and would recommend any family or group to stay there . Thankyou for a lovely holiday

Fantastic lodge with everything you could need, beautiful fresh flowers left and fresh eggs, milk, teabags and coffee. The hot tub was great after a busy day out and about. Our dogs loved the outside space too. The surroundings are so peaceful so a lovely relaxing holiday.

Meinir

This holiday lodge was perfect for our short break. We thoroughly enjoyed being in the tranquility of the countryside. The Lodge was clean, inside and out. The hosts were great with a lovely hamper on our arrival and looking after the hot tub daily. Would recommend to anyone.

Had an exellent stay at Holly Lodge. The lodge was in a perfect location ,quiet and peaceful. The lodge itself was immaculate. Would definitely stay again and would highly recommend.. Ged

We had a fantastic stay at Holly Lodge. The accommodation is very clean, tidy and modern with everything you need. Lovely enclosed garden for the dogs and the hot tub was a fantastic bonus. Wonderful welcome pack and Russell was a great host. We would highly recommend booking.

This was our 2nd visit to Holly Lodge and once again did not disappoint, lovely welcome pack, tea coffee eggs and beautiful flowers, we were very blessed with the weather, sitting with breakfast outside watching the little lambs running about playing, ideally located within a short drive to lots of things to do and explore then home for a relax in the hot tub. We will most definitely be returning for another visit, the host Russel and his family are lovely and have catered for everything you could need.

Holly Lodge is beautiful, it is very clean and homely and guests are greeted with a lovely welcome basket. The location in the Weish countryside is amazing, gorgeous views from the lodge with lambs running around in the fields. Lovely hot tub in the garden and an enclosed area for dogs. Would highly recommend and would love to visit again.

Andrew

Outstanding location, lodge and facilities. Even topped off with some lovely 'get you in 'touches from the owners. All 3 couples in our mid fifties loved it. Highly recommended.

Came here for a girly getaway, absolutely fantastic place, we all enjoyed it , ... Came here for a girly getaway, absolutely fantastic place, we all enjoyed it , immaculate, very large property to cater for larger groups, gorgeous surroundings and well looked after , owner very friendly and chatty , would definitely return and recommend to others

Hussan

Amazing place indeed! Solid 1010, lodge was very clean insideout, highly maintained. Cant Thank Russel host enough for his kindness and respect. Super fast replies and very fast to sort out anything. Really enjoyed and 100 recommend for a group or family! Furthermore, plenty of places around to visit, lovely view just up the field in the back yard!!

A brilliant property in a beautiful location. There was everthing we needed for a relaxing break as a group of friends. Walks straight from the doorstep. A beautiful view up the hill from a huge window in the lounge. Loved the hot tub. Would love to return and explore the area.

From the moment we arrived everything was just great! Easy to find, lots of parking, views and countryside beautiful. The Lodge is stunning with everything you require, lots of space for everyone to find quiet spots when required. The living area lends itself to plenty of family time and dining table for all our games. The hot tub day and night gave us lots of fun. We felt extremely lucky to have been able to stay in such a wonderful place. Many thanks

Amanda

Three generations of our family spent a wonderful week at Holly Lodge and found it to be the perfect countryside retreat which is very easy to find. From the moment we arrived, we felt genuinely welcomed with a thoughtful hamper, fresh flowers, and a handwritten card awaiting us on the kitchen island, setting the tone for a relaxing stay. The lodge is beautifully presented spacious, comfortable, and surrounded by peaceful rural scenery. The kitchen is exceptionally well equipped I even baked fresh bread and made a quiche during our stay. We particularly enjoyed unwinding in the hot tub on the patio and strolling along Offas Dyke, which runs along the property boundary. Holly Lodge offers a wonderful blend of comfort, tranquillity, and thoughtful touches. We would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a restful and memorable escape.

Edward

Everything we could have hoped for. Beautiful accommodation, set in beautiful countryside. Our two year old grand daughter loved the goats , sheep and chickens Our dogs loved the large, secure open field at the front of the property And for the adults a hot tub, and log burner. Would highly recommend this property.

Holly Lodge is a wonderful property with stunning views. The property was clean and well maintained. Russell was fab and on hand if we ever needed anything we requested a food waste bag and he was there immediately. The welcome basket was a lovely touch and the fresh eggs were so delicious. You can see the chickens and they truly are free range. With Russell's permission we fed the chickens and goats every evening with appropriate food. It became a daily routine for us and we loved interacting with the animals! The garden is fully enclosed so no worries about our dog, who loved watching all the animals. The hot tub was great and allows you to absorb the wonderful views. Walk to the top of the field or into the second field behind and you can see even more. Upstairs is quite noisy when you're downstairs so I'd suggest maybe more carpetrugs up there to help with the noise of people walking around. Fab area, plenty of walks and shops. A great stay and we would return.

This is an excellent property and well deserving of its 5 star rating. It is very comfortable and spacious with everything you need for your stay. It is presented and furnished to a high standard and is spotlessly clean, even the recycling and refuse bins in the shed were spotless. Lovely views over the fields and the sheep and chickens were very entertaining. The location is good, with many walks from the door, and just a short drive away from supermarkets and places to eat. We could not fault this property and would definitely recommend it to others.

Hayley

Holly Lodge is a wonderful tranquil place with amazing views. The owners are always on hand to help and went out of there way to send information to me beforehand to help me settle my disabled son in quickly. My son loved the swings and the hot tub overlooking the view was amazing. The welcome basket was a lovely touch and the eggs are amazing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend for children with learning disabilities and autism who struggle with sensory issues. It is so quiet and calm it was the best holiday ever for my son who was calm the whole time. Thank you for a lovely stay we will be back

Elaine

Everything was perfect as usual, so relaxing, very helpful there, lovely and clean. Been there a few times now, Cant wait to book again for next year best holiday ever .

Daniel

Would 100 recommend Spotlessly clean and exactly as described Russell ... Would 100 recommend Spotlessly clean and exactly as described Russell provides you with a lot of useful information prior to your stay which is very helpful

Bethan

Beautiful lodge and setting! We had such a warm welcome with lovely fresh flowers, prosecco, teacoffee, eggs, milk etc these little details were so appreciated. I will definitely be recommending to friends and family. Thanks so much!

A lovely property and everything you need is provided especially in the kitchen . A lovely welcome pack was such a nice touch . A larger TV downstairs is the only thing I think would improve the property . Our dogs had plenty of room to run and play and the farm animals were great entertainment .

Absolutely perfect. It was spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated, there was everything we needed, beautiful surroundings and a hot tub.

Maureen

The most wonderful lodge in beautiful surroundings. I don't want to say how good it is because I want to make sure it's available for us and not fully booked! I'm being very selfish

Daniel

Loved Holly Lodge! We stayed in Holly Lodge as a family of 5 4 adults & 1 child & 3 dogs. Firstly when entering the property its was very clean, well presented & the welcome hamper was a lovely touch. The property is lovely & spacious. We loved the hottub & the upstairs living room over looking the field of sheep. Great walks from the property so very easy for anyone who has dogs & also the enclosed garden is perfect for those warmer days when you want to keep the patio doors open. Great for all ages, my 3 year old lad had the time of his life & enjoyed going on the swings in the garden & going to see the goats. Overall we had a fantastic time & would highly recommend Holly Lodge to anyone. Owners very friendly & quick to respond if you need anything at all. Thanks for a great holiday.

Maureen

Holly Lodge is the most wonderful place. This was our second time here and we are already booked for another holiday this summer. We are aged 91 to 19 and loved by us all. We love being able to take our 3 dogs with us and they love it too!

Bernard

Wonderful cottage in a surprisingly family friendly location. House was wonderful with amazing indoor and outdoor spaces. It is a place to relax and enjoy the company of your guests. Hosts were extremely accommodating. Local walks were great and Montgomery with Castle ruins and charming town is wonderful place to visit. Lots of local amenities, supermarkets and places to eat. Would recommend to anybody.

Lauren

We had an absolutely fabulous time. Holly Lodge was absolutely beautiful. Owner Russell checked in on us without being intrusive and also helped us hide our car for a surprise for one of our guests celebrating a special 50th birthday! The welcome gifts had been an amazing touch that we had all been over the moon with. Facilities and cleanliness are amazing. Couldn't have asked to anything more. Hope we can return!

Danielle

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The cabin is positioned nicely, very spacious with lovey views! We will definitely be returning

Joanna

This was an absolutely beautiful property with everything you will need for a relaxed stay even had a welcome basket with Prosecco and delicious fresh eggs as the owner has chickens. The hot tub was maintained every morning and the views are stunning. If you venture out make sure you go to the Raven Inn, Welshpool .. food was stunning! Thanks so much for the hospitality we will definitely be booking again next year. A few things that would make it perfect would be a full length mirror somewhere, an EV charger and the hot tub to be covered so it can be used in all weathers

Daniel

Holly Lodge is a stunning property. We had a fabulous stay over Christmas for 9 nights. Cant recommend this place highly enough. Stunning location with beautiful views. Facilities amazing with a well equipped kitchen. All the bedroomsbathrooms are decorated to a high standard. Beds were incredibly comfortable. The hosts were very attentive and responded quickly to any queries.

We had the most incredible stay at Holly Lodge! It was immaculate and the perfect location with wonderful views. Russell was an excellent host that made sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back!

The cottage was perfect! it was another great weekend thank you!

Elaine

Holly Lodge was a gorgeous place to stay for a short break. The owners left a welcome pack which was much appreciated and very thoughtful. The furnishings and fixtures were of a high standard and very homely. The views outside are stunning and the hot tub was a massive hit with the family. Owners nearby if there were any issues. Would highly recommend staying at Holly Lodge in this lovely area of Wales.

We had a lovely stay at Holly Lodge. It was clean, well equipped, comfortable and great communication from the owners. Welcome basket was a lovely touch. We were a group of 7 adults, a toddler and infant, plus 2 dogs. There was plenty of room for us. The kitchen, dining area was great for cooking and socialising and then the upstairs with the log burner great for relaxing in the evening. The washing machine and dryer were also an added bonus. And of course everyone made full use of the hot tub! We would certainly look at coming back again we enjoyed our time so much the group are making it an annual get together.

A perfect, high standard holiday properly spacious, clean, fully equipped, exactly as shown on website. Arrived to welcome gifts and follow up from owner to ensure our safe arrival and to let us know of his anytime availability should we need it. Having a one year old with us meant that evenings were spent at the Lodge so made full use of the hot tub. We will definitely recommend Holly Lodge to others and would definitely return ourselves. Thank you for a wonderful week

We had a lovely family break at Holly Lodge. The lodge was just perfect, enough space for everyone, spotlessly clean and comfortable, with fantastic views. Also the hot tub was enjoyed by all.

Stephen

Exactly as described, lovely place , we will be going back , the hot tub was fantastic , .

Wonderful property which is exactly as described. Very clean and well maintained. Excellent communication with the ownercaretaker. Would use again.

Maureen

Fabulous holiday in the most wonderful setting. The lodge was above and beyond our dreams. We had an age range from 90 to 18 and all had a wonderful time. Our 3 dogs also enjoyed themselves.

Had a fantastic time at holly lodge the place was perfect for us, lovely and ... Had a fantastic time at holly lodge the place was perfect for us, lovely and clean with all the mod cons, would definitely recommend and will certainly be going back

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Holly Lodge, Welshpool

About Holly Lodge

Need To Know

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Holly Lodge Attractions & Days Out

Is Holly Lodge Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

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Castle Kitchen

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Holly Lodge Reviews