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.