Caban Coch – Machynlleth, Powys

  • Cabin for 2

1 double in the cabin


Relax in the quiet Welsh countryside or tear up and down it on miles of custom built bike trails. The choice is yours in this great cabin.

The Caban, artfully crafted by its owner from an old hay trailer, is a great escape tucked away in the hills of Wales. Inside there's an eclectic mix of vintage finds punctuated with homespun soft furnishing that results in a cosy retreat full of character and light from its large windows. Outside are miles of bike trails, some of them right to your front door, and a wealth of lovely countryside to explore.

In the main living area you have a sofa which looks out onto the surrounding woodland glade and the backdrop of the Cambrian Mountain Range. There's a wood burning stove together with a kitchen/dining area with a full-sized cooker, sink and storage.
The sleeping area and the wet room with the shower are just off the main space and here you'll find the king-sized sleeping platform, low slung for resting your tired limbs.


  • Children welcome Children welcome
  • Pets welcome Pets welcome

Children are welcome as are pets, but dogs must be kept on a lead.


Our guests say...

"Our stay at Caban Coch was amazing. The Cabin was small but perfectly formed, with every detail thought of down to the welcome cakes and logs for the fire. The views were amazing, and when we sat in front of the fire in the evening we could see the sun setting over the hills - bliss. There was nothing bad about our stay - only that we couldn't stay longer! The best thing was the secluded location with fantastic views. The cabin was so cosy and welcoming - great after a day out on the hills. The location was perfect as well - 20mins to the sea side and 5 mins to the hills, what more could we possible want!?"

Hannah, 26/03/2013

"Loved the cabin; it had all the comforts of home. A great touch was the cake our hosts left out for our arrival and the cabin has a lovely wood burning stove to set the mood. We went for a little bike ride around the local area; the hills are impressive but the view was well worth the effort. We gave that up after a few hours however to lounge around by the camp fire instead. The location is private and gives you a lovely view of the farm further down the valley so you don't feel entirely cut off.The highlight of the trip for me was the night sky! I have never seen so many stars it was absolutely breath-taking and I was pleased to see a sketch-book and quite a few paper back novels to keep me entertained during the rainy days. I would recommend this cabin in any weather; it's lovely to sit out on the deck in the sun and even better to snuggle up next to the fire and look out of the big French doors at the rainy landscape. The price is competitive and great value and if your looking for a romantic retreat away from the city, this is the place for you!"

Emma, 13/03/2013

"One of the best breaks my partner and I had had in a long time! I had booked Caban Coch as a surprise getaway for my partner and I after he decided to pop the question and ask me to marry him. He didn't know where we were going until we pulled up at the cabin. He had an ear to ear grin on his face! The location was absolutely beautiful even in the rain. It's hidden well off the beaten track down a secluded dirt driveway in a quiet valley surrounded by the tallest trees. Once inside the cabin we were greeted by lovely Welsh cakes, a wood burning stove and a unique and quirky decor style which included floral sofas and all sorts of random objects adorning the walls. A lovely touch was all of the drawings and paintings created by previous guests which the owners had pinned to the walls. It was lovely to be able to catch a glimpse of how others had viewed their time at the Cabin. All power was supplied by gas cylinders and the cabin was heated by a wood burning stove. The toilet was a charming Eco-friendly compost toilet and the shower was lovely and warm, which was always a welcoming sight after a long day of walking in the Welsh hills! There were lots of wonderful hiking suggestions left by the owners of Caban Coch and plenty more suggestions in the guest book. In the evenings we built a camp fire outside and sat on the porch of the cabin watching the stars and eating roasted marshmallows and sausages. On the rainier evenings we huddled up on the cozy sofa and watched the log burner roar whilst sipping wine and listening to the radio. All in all, this was the perfect romantic getaway. Far from the hustle of London life that both my partner and I are so accustomed to. It was lovely to go to bed in a pitch dark room and to wake up to the sound of bird song and sheep bleating in the distance. I would recommend Caban Coch to anybody looking to escape the rat run for a few days and I will guarantee you that you will never want to leave! Thank you so much Canopy and Stars for finding us such an amazing holiday stay and thank you to the owners of Caban Coch for allowing us to share a little slice of your Welsh Heaven!"

Anna, 07/03/2013

"The coch was wonderful- secluded and quiet and everything we wanted from our holiday accommodation. The interior was amazing- we could tell that a lot of work had gone in to making the cabin just perfect."

Katherine, 24/02/2013

"We really enjoyed our stay. The Caban is situated very peacefully in a valley. The sounds of the stream coming down the mountain, which runs just past the Caban, is all you can hear. That, and the odd bleat of a sheep. The Caban was clean, tidy and beautifully designed. We had some amazing runs along the mountain biking trails. The scenery is stunning and the maps provided are clear. Next best was flopping down for a cup of tea on the comfy sofa."

Barbara, 15/02/2013

"It exceeded expectations. The cabin had all we needed and the views were spectacular. We saw the Milky Way for the first time in years."

Elaine, 08/12/2012

"Two days of peace, with fantastic views. Caban Coch was a little piece of Welsh Heaven."

J. & S. McCarthy, 17/11/2012

"We had a great time. The cabin was so lovely and cosy. It had everything we needed under one roof. Great location too."

Ruth, 13/11/2012

"Absolutely amazing stay. Well thought out cabin, maximising a very limited space. Was very warm and snug and a stepping stone away from some of the most amazing walks you'll do in the UK. Pictures do not do the Cabin or the surroundings enough justice. It really is a slice of heaven."

David, 11/11/2012

"It was absolutely perfect. You know how you pour over pictures before you go, then worry it wasn't going to be as good as it looked? Well this was - utterly perfect in every way."

Jennifer, 09/11/2012

"Fantastic. Very high quality accommodation. Perfect for a retreat."

Tom, 30/10/2012

"The cabin was delightful and we were sorry to have to leave at the end of our stay! The pictures on the website delivered. The quality of the cabin fittings etc was superb, the views to die for, and the peace and quiet marvelous (we appeared to be the only people at the site). Considering the quality of the fixtures (including an extremely comfortable bed and quality pure cotton bedlinen), the place was good value for money. Hot water was plentiful, as required. We would definitely like to return when finances permit!"

Ginny, 15/08/2012

"We absolutely loved our stay! The cabin, the scenery, the weather, everything was far beyond anything we were hoping for! It was exceptional! The cabin itself was, in my opinion, the best thing about our stay. It is such a unique and special place that you cannot help but feel truly happy in. The worst thing was only really that we weren't able to stay longer. I would definitely recommend staying for 3 or more nights. 2 just didn't feel like long enough!"

Polly, 03/08/2012

"The stay was wonderful - very quiet and peaceful so exactly what we were after. The cabin itself was well thought out, very clean and extremely quirky!"

Joanna, 31/07/2012

"This was a great little cabin to stay in. Quirky decoration, homely feel, well organised space! So much so, that I think I am going to copy some ideas!  Lovely feeling of freedom and space which was just the ticket after a stressful few months."

Monica, 05/07/2012

"We loved it - most fantastic spot and beautifully kitted out. Lots of useful information on places to go - we will definitely go back at some point."

Susanna, 30/06/2012

"It was fantastic, the caban was sooo much nicer than I expected, didn't realise it was so new.  The location in terms of the views from the caban were really lovely, it was so quiet.  The caban itself although small, didn't feel like it as it was so well equipped and well laid out.  Very comfortable.  The little touches, the quirky fixtures & fittings really made it special."

Hilary, 19/06/2012

"It was everything we expected with the added bonus of it being more remote and peaceful than we could have hoped for. We didn't see anyone during our first three days.  It is really private, picturesque and relaxing."

Oliver, 23/05/2012

"It was fantastic, a lovely relaxing few days in the country. The cabin was perfect - cosy, quirky, and practical. It was decorated with real charm, care and attention to detail. It had everything we needed, plus more (an ipod dock! an OS map! a watercolour set!). The hot water was a pleasant surprise. The setting was beautiful, with gorgeous views from the window, and plenty to do in the local area. I'd recommend this for anyone looking for a relaxing, romantic getaway in a beautiful, quiet location."

Stephen, 11/04/2012

"Loved our stay at the cabin and Ceri and Dafydd did their best to make sure we were looked after without being around too much either so we could fully appreciate the remoteness of the location. The mountain bike routes that Dafydd mapped out and left details of for the cabin were great and Ceri's style throughout the the cabin was colourful and inspiring. The best thing for us was the location and the mountain bike routes that our hosts had created for us across farm land and throughout the valley, which gave us a real feeling of escape - so nice to get off the OS national routes and feel really alone."

Kate, 09/04/2012

"Thankyou very much for the flowers, champagne and cake for my birthday! A lovely welcome and much appreciated - delicious cake! We would love to come back when the sun is shining."

Kirsty & Tom, 06/04/2012

"Simply the best break ever. So cosy. So remote. Full on rest & relaxation (plus two fantastic mountain bike rides!) Thanks Daf & Ceri"

Nada & Phil, 29/03/2012

"The cabin is so cosy with its quirky décor & log burner & the location is stunning. We thoroughly enjoyed our walks over the surrounding hills & would love to come back again as this is the perfect weekend escape from busy city life." 

Miranda & Ant, 27/03/2012

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Everything you need to know about Caban Coch

The essentials

The important stuff

  • Check in time is 4pm
     
  • Check out time is 10:30 am
     
  • The caban is sited in an woodland area on a working farm. Dogs should be kept on a lead on all times. Lambing Season (Early March to End of April)
     
  • There are light fittings in all rooms

Sleeping arrangements

1 double in the cabin

Kids & Pets

Children are welcome as are pets, but dogs must be kept on a lead.

Cooking

The basics (Tea Bags, Salt and Pepper, Olive Oil, Sugar) are provided and Welsh cakes will be waiting for you on arrival. There's an LPG cooker and grill and a cool box to keep a few cold drinks in for your return from the trails.

Full Size LPG Cooker with Grill.

External Cool box

Wood Burning Stove.

Washing

For washing up there's a full size sink and drainer with hot and cold running water. The shower and the loo are in a wet room built into the cabin itself.

Entertainment

Selection of Books, Cards and Board Games in the Caban.

Getting there

Beudy Banc, Machynlleth, Powys, SY20 8NP

By public transport

The nearest train station is in Machynlleth, 4 miles away. The nearest bus stop is Abergwydol, 1 mile away. Pickups (even if you have bikes and gear) can be arranged at around £10.00, please give plenty of notice.

By car

Approaching on the A489 (from Machynlleth to the West or Glantwymyn to the East) take the turning marked 'Abercegir' and 'Darowen'. Follow this road for 0.75 miles and take the second turning on the left - signposted Cwm Llywi Uchaf on the stone wall. If you reach the village of Abercegir you have gone too far - turn back and take the first right hand turn.

Follow this road up the hill past the house on the right and carry on past the farm buildings and follow the signposts until you see the cabin in front of you. You can park up by the cabin.

Eating & drinking

The basics

(Tea Bags, Salt and Pepper, Olive Oil, Sugar) are provided and Welsh cakes will be waiting for you on arrival. There's an LPG cooker and grill and a cool box to keep a few cold drinks in for your return from the trails.

Pubs & restaurants

In the town of Machynlleth, about 3 miles away:

Wynnstay Hotel - for locally sourced cooking a nd authentic Pizzeria to the rear.

Brigands Inn, Mallwyd

Riverside in Pennal; Village pub with good food using local produce.

Michelin Stared fine dining at Ynyshir Hall Countryside Hotel.

Things to do

On your bike!

There are trails in and around the farm, including the new 1.2km track. The area is one of the UK's best for mountain biking, with signposted off-road trails all around Machynlleth and the area, including one with a continuous two-mile descent, the longest in Wales or England. For more leisurely cycling, the vast network of nearby quiet lanes & forestry tracks is ideal.

Or why not stay in Beudy Banc, let the kids run off steam in the fields or have a good game of football outside the front door? All we ask is that you respect the wildlife & the Countryside Code!

The beaches

3 or 4 miles long, are superb for windsurfing, kayaking, buggying & kite-surfing, or just a refreshing dip.

Walking

Glyndwr's Way, a 135-mile National Trail over dramatic scenery, passes through the farm. There are ancient saints’ trails to mountain passes, Roman roads & woodland walks. Within half-an-hour you can be up a mountain, in a forest, squelching across moors, walking by rivers & waterfalls or along a beach or estuary.

Carreg Dressage

The farm next door can offer livery & guided rides for those who like to bring their horses on holiday. There are miles of quiet country lanes, wooded bridleways & ancient drovers' roads to explore while looking down on the Dyfi River, often with views of the Irish Sea. Only 12 miles away are miles of golden beaches to race along.et lanes & forestry tracks is ideal.

On the town

Machynlleth hosts a fully-equipped leisure centre, bike hire, specialist mountain bike tour operators & a 9-hole golf course. There are 18-hole championship links courses by the sea at Aberdyfi & Borth. Also close are clay pigeon shoots, laser shooting, quad biking, canoeing, yachting & sailing clubs.

Meet your hosts

The valley, centred on the nearby market town of Machynlleth, is a designated United Nations Biosphere, recognising its unique environmental and cultural status. The area is an international leader in green thinking, home to the famous Centre for Alternative Technology for 35 years. In the shops and weekly market, just three miles away, you'll find fresh local produce and a friendly natter with the suppliers.

It’s a terrific town, picked by the Rough Guides as one of the thirty essential sights in Britain, with great pubs, cafes and restaurants, a lively social life, the gorgeous Wales Museum of Modern Art and superb commercial galleries and craft shops.

Machynlleth punches way above its weight, being the natural centre of Wales - the reason why fifteenth century Prince of Wales Owain Glyndwr chose it as his capital.


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