4-star Secluded Self-catering Eco Holiday Cottage in mid-Wales - 8 miles from the English border

Escape, relax and unwind

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Don’t change anything, all is perfect
— Christine and family, guest from France - August 2022
Perfect, peaceful place. All humans and dog have enjoyed it immensely. Drovers Retreat has a heart beat and warms your very soul.
— Pam and family, July 2021
The most perfect stay ..... One of the nicest places we’ve stayed ..... Utterly brilliant.
— Rebecca and Andrew, November 2021
An amazing stay in a beautiful home in a stunning location.
— Tom, Theresa and family February 2024

Drovers Retreat Living Room

Cosy log burner

Our games barn

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The latest from the Drovers Retreat wildlife video camera - Roe deer emerging from our oak wood.

Our stay here has been perfect
— Lisa nd Toby, October 2022
‘The cottage is so beautiful and had everything we could have needed and so much more.
We will definitely be making a return visit.
— Sharon and Sam - October 2019

Tranquil setting and conveniently located to explore mid-Wales. Thoroughly recommended.
— Peter - May 2022
It’s the most beautiful place. Loved it
— Guest June 2021, via Google

View towards Radnor Forest

Wow! What a beautiful cottage in an idyllic location!
Our dogs loved the countryside, our kids loved the games room, and their parents loved the log burner, the wonderful flapjacks and the warm welcome!
We’ll definitely come again.
— Andy, Rachel, Evie and Sam, November 2023
Wow! Yet again a wonderful and amazing break.
Drovers Retreat really is a beautiful and peaceful place.
We can’t wait to returning enjoy this amazing countryside once again.
— Sally, Kevin and dogs, January 2024
“Thank you for the most peaceful short stay. It was so idyllic, immersed in nature, that we barely wanted to leave - happy just watching the bees and listening to the birdsong.
Wonderful to be able to walk into the forest from the front door - so much for the dogs to explore.”
— Amanda, July 2022

Most Recent Guest Reviews

“Drovers Retreat is a wonderful destination, far from the madding crowd.
Bob and Carolyn were kindness itself and made us very welcome. We loved the log burner and felt warm and cozy throughout.
We had one glorious hike on Offa’s Dyke, where we enjoyed the magnificent views and a number of skylarks!
Mostly we just relaxed, enjoying travelling to other walks and eating places.
All in all, this area is a great place to get back in harmony with nature.”
— Robin and Kim, March 2024

Word Cloud from Guest Reviews

An amazing stay in a beautiful home in a stunning location. Bob and Carolyn have created something special at Drovers Retreat, from the fire being lit so it was all cosy on arrival, to the yummy homemade flapjacks and apple juice, to Bob’s advice on walks and what to see on the farm.
Great location for the Elan Valley, and the Red Kite feeding centre was a must see. Thank you for making our holiday very special and congratulations on what you have created on your amazing farm and home.
Oh, and a charger for EV’s too helped ease the range anxiety.
— Tom, Theresa and family February 2024

Drovers Retreat is our converted stone barn eco holiday cottage in mid-Wales. It offers beautiful 4-star self-catering accommodation for up to four people - ideal for couples, families, nature-lovers, walkers, cyclists and dog-lovers.

Drovers Retreat lies above a medieval Drovers road, a few hundred yards from a Roman road - history and nature is all around in the unspoiled landscape. You can walk or cycle the green lanes, forest tracks and footpaths; or just relax and breathe the clear upland air. Red kites and buzzards circle above on the thermals with their evocative cries, whilst sheep graze in the fields below. Enjoy our own Drovers Woodland walk, where you and dogs can explore the regenerating wildlife area.

Electric Vehicle Charger

Games Barn

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The medieval Drovers Road below Drovers RetreatLearn More About the farm

The medieval Drovers Road below Drovers Retreat

Learn More About the farm

Local walk from Drovers RetreatLocal walks - there are many from the front door! Learn More →

Local walk from Drovers Retreat

Local walks - there are many from the front door! Learn More →

Seating area in woodland at rear of Drover RetreatForest outside area of Drovers Retreat - click here to see facilities at the cottage

Seating area in woodland at rear of Drover Retreat

Forest outside area of Drovers Retreat - click here to see facilities at the cottage

Bluebells and White Campion at Drovers Retreat.  Nature, so much to see at Drovers Retreat - see details

Bluebells and White Campion at Drovers Retreat.
Nature, so much to see at Drovers Retreat - see details

Drovers Retreat’s Environmental Credentials

Drovers Retreat’s Environmental Credentials

Elan Valley Dams - one of the must-see local sightsThe Local Area - what to do and where to go Find Out more →

Elan Valley Dams - one of the must-see local sights

The Local Area - what to do and where to go Find Out more →

“Drovers Retreat is a wonderful destination, far from the madding crowd.
— Robin and Kim, March 2024
Drovers Woodland walk and nature reserve - ideal for children and dogs to explore! Read about the layers of history here - including one of the greatest Victorian civil engineering feats

Drovers Woodland walk and nature reserve - ideal for children and dogs to explore! Read about the layers of history here - including one of the greatest Victorian civil engineering feats

Dark Skies
A portion of the night sky in September at Drovers Retreat.
We are close to the official Dark Sky area at the Elan Valley.

”Wow! What a beautiful cottage in an idyllic location!
Our dogs loved the countryside, our kids loved the games room, and their parents loved the log burner, the wonderful flapjacks and the warm welcome!
We’ll definitely come again.
— Andy, Rachel, Evie and Sam, November 2023