Accessible Lodge in Powys

The lodge is a luxurious, fully accessible retreat, designed to provide comfort and relaxation for families, friends, and guests requiring wheelchair access. Awarded 5 stars by Visit Wales, this single-level lodge features four spacious ensuite bedrooms, an open-plan living area, and a landscaped outdoor space with a private hot tub—perfect for enjoying quality time together. The property is pet-friendly and wheelchair-accessible throughout, including the garden, decking, and hot tub area.

Accessibility Features

The lodge has been thoughtfully designed for wheelchair users and guests requiring additional support:

• Level access throughout, no internal steps or thresholds
• Wide doors (880mm) internally and externally
• Accessible light switches (900mm height)
• Shower chairs (including a tilt n space), hoists (hydraulic/gantry), pressure mattresses, commodes, suction grab rails available on request
• Open-plan layout and accessible kitchen units
• All ensuite bathrooms designed with walk-in showers and easy access

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

Bedroom 1

• 1 king-size bed & 1 single bed
• Ensuite with bath, walk-in shower, comfort-height toilet, basin, heated towel rail
• Wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside tables, dressing table with chair 
• TV, external door

Bedroom 2

• 1 king-size bed
• Ensuite with bath, walk-in shower, comfort-height toilet, basin, heated towel rail
• Wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside tables, dressing table with chair
• TV, external door

Bedroom 3

• 1 king-size bed
• Ensuite with walk-in shower, comfort-height toilet, basin, heated towel rail
• Wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside tables, dressing table with chair
• TV, external door

Bedroom 4

• 2 single beds
• Ensuite with walk-in shower, comfort-height toilet, basin, heated towel rail
• Wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside tables, dressing table with chair
• TV, external door

All bedrooms feature oak-framed beds and thermostatically controlled heating. Portable aids such as a shower wheelchair, shower stool, profiling bed, and rise & recline chair are available on request.

Living, Dining & Kitchen

The lodge offers a spacious open-plan living area designed for socialising and comfort:

• Living area: sofas for 8, woodburner, TV, coffee table, bookcase, nest of tables, patio doors leading to the deck
• Dining area: wheelchair-accessible table seating 8
• Kitchen: electric range cooker, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, sink at accessible height, all units accessible
• Utility room: under-counter fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, larder unit, standard height base units

Essentials provided: bed linen, towels, hairdryers, crockery, glasses, utensils, pans, hoover, iron & ironing board. High chair and travel cot available on request. USB and shaver charging points are installed throughout.

Outdoor Space

• Large decking area (approx. 15 x 4.8m) plus 1.4m decking surrounding the lodge
• All decking is anti-slip treated
• Private hot tub (seats 6, hydraulic hoist available)
• Large lawn (approx. 20 x 15m) with Beech hedge and stock fence boundary
• Garden furniture, BBQ area
• Parking for 3 vehicles with disabled access

Additional Facilities

• Oil underfloor central heating throughout
• Electric underfloor heating in bathrooms
• Thermostatically controlled radiators in all rooms
• Woodburner in main living area with fuel included
• Wi-Fi throughout

Location & Nearby Attractions

Situated 7½ miles west of Llandrindod Wells, Hawthorn Lodge is perfectly located for exploring the beauty of mid-Wales:

• Elan Valley and dams, Brecon Beacons National Park
• Rhayader (red kite feeding station, Welsh Royal Crystal workshops)
• Builth Wells (Royal Welsh Showground)
• Brecon (cathedral, castle, jazz festival, Gaer Roman Fort)
• Hay-on-Wye (famous book festival)
• Llanwrtyd Wells (Man vs Horse race, bog snorkelling)
• Knighton (Offa’s Dyke Centre)

The area is perfect for walking, fishing, and enjoying rural Welsh scenery. Local pubs and restaurants are 5¾ miles away.

Additional Notes

• No smoking
• Couples, families, and holidaymakers only; no stag or hen parties
• Dogs and assistance animals welcome