Podiau Efyrnwy Pods - Cae Bitfel

For a peaceful retreat in Mid Wales, Podiau Efyrnwy Pods - Cae Bitfel offers a simple cottage near Welshpool, sleeping four and well suited to families or friends after a quiet countryside stay away from the crowds.

There isn't a great deal on the immediate doorstep, which is rather the point, though Y Dolydd - The Workhouse, a museum with a fascinating history, is within a reasonable drive at 6.3 miles. Welshpool station lies further out at 13.2 miles, so a car is the most practical way to get about and explore further afield.

This is a good option if you're after somewhere unhurried, with the Welsh countryside itself as the main draw rather than a long list of nearby attractions.