Woodland Pod in Maerdy near Corwen | Must-See Denbighshire Cottage

About Woodland Pod

Woodland Pod is a studio-style glamping retreat in the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Located near Corwen in North Wales, this wooden pod sits on a hillside with views across the valley to the mountains. The setting is private and isolated with a large shared lawn and your own decking area.

You're in rolling countryside at the meeting point of five river valleys. Corwen is 6 miles away. Llangollen sits 10 miles distant. Bala and Ruthin are both 12 miles from the pod. Snowdonia National Park is nearby for walking and cycling.

The pod sleeps 4 with one small double bed and one bunk bed in the bedroom area. There's a shower room with basin and WC. The open contemporary kitchen has a combi microwave oven, electric hob and fridge freezer. Electric heating keeps you warm. TV with Freesat and WiFi are included.

Visit Pontcysyllte Aqueduct (15 miles, 25 minutes) or Llangollen Railway (10 miles, 20 minutes). Chirk Castle sits 12 miles away (22 minutes). Snowdonia National Park offers mountain walks 22 miles distant (35 minutes).

This Woodland Pod works brilliantly for couples and dog owners. The wood-fired hot tub on your private Welsh slate area takes centre stage. You also get a firepit and charcoal BBQ. Two dogs welcome with an on-site dog wash facility.

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Need To Know

✓Electric heating
✓Combi microwave/oven, electric hob, fridge/freezer
✓Tv with freesat and wifi
✓Hair dryer
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking
✓Decking area with seating, woodburning hot tub(£20 supplement payable), firepit/bbq with utensils
✓Up to 2 well-behaved dogs (please keep off the furniture)
✓Dog wash on site
✓Access to large surrounding lawn/land
✓Shop 6 miles, pub 2.5 miles
✓Note: please mind your head on the pod entrance door
✓Note: hot tub, firepit, charcoal bbq accessed via two decked steps to hardstanding welsh slate area
✓Note: the kitchen/diner is not completely enclosed note: guests can request to have the hot tub to be lit before they arrive
✓Please request this at least 48hrs before your arrival date and inform sykes/ menai
✓£250 good housekeeping bond

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Woodland Pod

Wood-Fired Hot Tub

Private wood-burning hot tub on Welsh slate hardstanding with mountain views. Request pre-lighting 48 hours ahead for immediate use on arrival.

Stunning Valley Views

Mind-blowing views across the valley to mountains from your decking. The hillside backdrop and surrounding countryside create perfect peace and privacy.

Dog-Friendly Facilities

Two dogs welcome with huge lawn space to explore. On-site dog wash facility makes cleanup easy after countryside walks and muddy adventures.

Complete Privacy

Isolated location with no overlooking properties. Gated private lane access and secluded setting surrounded by wildflowers, trees and livestock.

Firepit and BBQ Area

Separate firepit and charcoal BBQ with utensils on hardstanding area. Perfect for evening cooking and cosy nights under the stars.

Snowdonia Access

Excellent base for Snowdonia National Park adventures. Close to Llangollen, Bala and countless walking trails through North Wales countryside.

Getting To Woodland Pod

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Woodland Pod by car, take the A5 towards Corwen and turn onto the private gated country lane. The approach is via a single track road that can be bumpy in places. You'll have ample off-road parking upon arrival.

By Train

For those traveling by rail, the nearest station is Ruabon, approximately 13 miles away. From there, take a taxi for the scenic journey through North Wales countryside to your hillside retreat.

Ample off-road parking available

Ruabon station (13 miles)

Private gated country lane access

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Distance: 15 miles

LL14 3BE

Llangollen Railway

Distance: 10 miles

LL20 8SN

Chirk Castle

Distance: 12 miles

LL14 5AF

Snowdonia National Park

Distance: 22 miles

LL41 3YL

Caer Drewyn Hill Fort

Distance: 6 miles

LL21 0EE

Bala Lake

Distance: 12 miles

LL23 7SR

Corwen Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

LL21 0DR

Llangollen Shops

Distance: 10 miles

LL20 8PL

Ruthin Town

Distance: 12 miles

LL15 1AN

Corwen Bus Stop

Distance: 6 miles

LL21 0DR

Ruabon Train Station

Distance: 13 miles

LL14 6DL

Local Taxi Services

Distance: 6 miles

LL21 0DR

Pontcysyllte Aqueduct

Distance: 15 miles

LL14 3BE

Llangollen Railway

Distance: 10 miles

LL20 8SN

Chirk Castle

Distance: 12 miles

LL14 5AF

Snowdonia National Park

Distance: 22 miles

LL41 3YL

Caer Drewyn Hill Fort

Distance: 6 miles

LL21 0EE

Bala Lake

Distance: 12 miles

LL23 7SR

Corwen Town Centre

Distance: 6 miles

LL21 0DR

Llangollen Shops

Distance: 10 miles

LL20 8PL

Ruthin Town

Distance: 12 miles

LL15 1AN

Corwen Bus Stop

Distance: 6 miles

LL21 0DR

Ruabon Train Station

Distance: 13 miles

LL14 6DL

Local Taxi Services

Distance: 6 miles

LL21 0DR

Is Woodland Pod Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The pod has one bunk bed suitable for children and a small double bed. There's a large shared lawn for outdoor play and space to explore. WiFi is available for entertainment. The single track bumpy access road and open kitchen area require supervision. The hot tub has two decked steps to access. Snowdonia National Park and Llangollen Railway offer family days out nearby.

For Couples

This isolated retreat offers complete privacy with no overlooking properties. The wood-fired hot tub provides romantic evenings under the stars with mountain views across the valley. Enjoy cosy nights by the firepit on your private decking. The peaceful hillside setting in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty creates the perfect escape. Walking trails and countryside pubs are nearby for daytime adventures together.

Pet Friendly

Up to two dogs welcome at £15 per dog with a large shared lawn for running and exploring. The on-site dog wash facility is perfect after muddy countryside walks. The gated private lane keeps dogs secure. Surrounding countryside offers excellent walking routes through the Clwydian Range. Dogs must stay off furniture. The isolated location means no disturbance to neighbours from barking.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Woodland Pod

The Grouse Inn

Located 2.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL21 9BT

Tyddyn Llan Restaurant

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL21 0ST

Corwen Cafes & Pubs

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL21 0DR

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Woodland Pod

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Woodland Pod has a private wood-fired hot tub on a Welsh slate area accessed via two decked steps. The hot tub costs £20 supplement and you can request it to be lit 48 hours before arrival.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, up to 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome at £15 per dog. An on-site dog wash facility is provided and there's a large lawn for dogs to explore.

How many people does Woodland Pod sleep?

The pod sleeps 4 people in one small double bed and one bunk bed. The studio-style layout combines the bedroom and seating area with sliding doors to the decking.

What cooking facilities are available?

The open contemporary kitchen has a combi microwave oven, electric hob, fridge freezer and sink. A good selection of kitchen utensils is provided along with a separate charcoal BBQ outside.

How do I get to Woodland Pod?

Access is via a private gated country lane with a single track road that can be bumpy in places. Ample off-road parking is available at the property.

What's included in the rental price?

Bed linen, towels, fuel and power are all included in the rent. A £250 refundable Good Housekeeping Bond is required at booking.

Is there heating in the pod?

Electric heating is provided with a radiator in the bedroom area and a storage heater. The kitchen area is open and not completely enclosed so can feel cooler.

What entertainment is available?

The pod has a TV with Freesat and WiFi broadband connection. Outside you have the hot tub, firepit and BBQ for evening entertainment with mountain views.

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Woodland Pod Reviews

A lovely stay! And the perfect sized pod for myself, husband and toddler. The location and views were absolutely stunning. Wed love to come back to The Hidden Meadow and maybe try one of the lodges next time!

It was a lovely stay and we thoroughly enjoyed it . It was slightly cramped for 4 of us, and we had to live out of our bags as no space to unpack, which we didn't mind as it was only 3 nights. The amenities are all there what you need, though the kitchen was rather chilly in the morningevening. Absolutely stunning views from the decking and hot tub, it was lovely to sit in the tub and look across the valley to the mountains, if you go slightly up the path you can see the sunrise and the mist in the valley. Highly recommend for a long weekend away.

Lauren

Our only issue was the kitchen area. It was difficult to maintain a clean area due to a lack of cleaning supplies in the pod. We felt that a deeper clean could have been done prior to our arrival. As it's open and insects can get in, we expected some cobwebs, etc, but it seemed like there hadn't been a deep clean for a while, and these had started to pile up. It wasn't the biggest issue, and we definitely enjoyed our stay, just something to bear in mind. The hot tub definitely took our mind off this, and the views from the pod were outstanding. We appreciated the welcome pack and thought it included everything we needed to know. We requested some extra logs and supplies during our stay, and these were promptly dropped off, no hassle. We would definitely stay again, just in a different pod.

Jennifer

This place is a little gem. We have already booked to come back in June. Thank you for such a lovely weekend.

We thought it was great, very cosy. Hot tub and fire pit are a winner.

Lovely place. Definitely felt our privacy, silence, peace and nature. Nothing was missing from appliances, specially in kitchen everything was there what was needed to prepare food and to cook. Very good oven. Little radiator in bedroom saved us, gave us warmth. Definitely place to stay in warmer months only Will be too cold in winter time. But everything as described and definitely place where to get away specially if you want privacy and spend special time with your loved ones

Annalee

Lovely scenery, good lighting, sleep pod is very well insulated so its cosy inside no matter the weather, comfortable beds, good WiFi too. Would of been nice as its classed as a luxury pod that you have a welcome pack with a few sachets coffee tea uht milks ect as alot dont do a good shop till they get to the place. Also a dish cloth to wash up with was lacking as do want us to keep it clean as in booklet. Remote control back was missing off one remote and two cracks in glass inside the inner door were noted on arrival in case we where to blame for these, I did a walk through video on arrival for this reason in all properties we stay in. Also a walk through video of how we left it too. Cobwebs all on wall where cooking area is wasnt great. The big bin outside was ok but when we went to put our rubbish bag onto main bins on leaving you have all recycling areas, maybe put a recycling area out side each pod and we could do that as we went along, as I wasnt now on leaving going to go through the dirty bin and sort everything! We Loved the hot tub and good instructions, was nice and peaceful and precise thorough instruction on getting to hidden meadow. Would reccomned this place.

Felt a little insecure as the outside door to the kitchen area didnt lock. Apart from that the kitchen area was very cold and there were dead flies and things all over the window area, and the hot tub took 4 hours to heat enough to get into. On the plus side, single track road in was fun and with different way out meant no oncoming traffic. Nothing around for miles and gated area with key code entry made us feel safe. Overall nice place and would stay again. If seclusion is your thing then this place is a must, not too far from town of BetwsYCoed which we absolutely loved.

Just got back after a lovely relaxing break, it was our first time staying in a pod and also our first break with our dog. Excellent location, stunning scenery, hot tub was great aswell. Great first experience all round and we will be returning soon. Joe was very helpful and quick to respond to messages. Would highly recommend if your looking for somewhere to escape the hustle of everyday life.

This is the 2nd time we have stayed here. Absolutely love it. Fab location for walking Snowdon and then back to chill in the hot tub. I haven't given 5 for cleanliness because it's in the woods it's never going to be sparkling, what would you expect, all the right areas are clean, bedding, kitchen, bathroom,but it's still great. Lovely surprise when we arrived a bottle of bubbles from the owners to say thank you for our 2nd visit, a lovely surprise. All the family very relaxed including our

Charlotte

Wow what a beautiful location! The woodland pod is like a little bubble that takes you away from the world and you're surrounded by nature. It's so lovely to be surrounded by wildflowers, trees and livestock. We loved creating a wood fire for the hottub and my dog loved having so much space to run and sniff! The only thing not making it 5 stars was because of the black mould in the bathroom. I could smell it from the bed and it made me a little nervous. The wooden door and other wooden parts just need cleaning properly. Also, it would be good to be given more than one roll of toilet paper for a cabin that sleeps 4 for 2 days. Another great thing was that the handbook was sent via pdf in advance so we could know about the time taken to heat the hot tub water and the best routes for driving to the location, etc. We would love to come back as a larger group of friends and stay at some of the other properties on the same meadow.

Had a lovely 3 days at woodland pod had everything we needed was comfortable and clean loved the hot tub which we had lit prior to arrival which was great amazing views and walks up the hills behind would recommend and already have done and will be returning! ! Would like to thank Dave for his help with the tv top man!

Stayed here twice now, lovely place and helpful owners. Couldnt recommended here enough. Perfect for a romantic couple weekend. Lovely place for pets.

We had such a lovely time at the lodge and will probably be back at some point in the future. A couple of things that we absolutely loved about the lodge was the cleanliness and appearance as this is really important to us especially as our baby travels with us. The pictures absolutely do it justice especially on a clear day, the view is mind blowing, and the privacy is amazing. A couple of things that we would take note of is that we arrived in the snow and very cold weather, we got stuck a couple of times coming up the very long hill and I wish this was maybe mentioned in the description of the directions as had we been in a smaller non 4 wheel drive car I dont think we would have made it to the top and potentially crashed the car. Another thing that we struggled with although you do state this the kitchen area is very very cold and this was an issue when we needed to pass through or nip into the kitchen it immediately took all the heat from the main pod. I can see that this isnt an issue in the warmer months however it was a downfall for our stay. All in all we absolutely loved the lodge, the hot tub, the staff, the area as a whole. We had such a lovely time.

Kathleen

Absolutely loved the Woodland Pod. Would be better in spring or autumn time, only because it was so cold in the kitchen area but we made good use of the hot tub to combat the cold. Will definitely be returning.

Great place to visit for a quick getaway, amazing views out in the country!

Matthew

Amazing stay and we was struggling to get the hot tub going on our 2nd day and ... Amazing stay and we was struggling to get the hot tub going on our 2nd day and Joe was so helpful he made a call to one of the men on site and they sorted it out whilst we was out having food Really great customer service had the best time would highly recommend to stay here

Joanne

We had a wonderful stay here at the Woodland Pod on the Hidden Meadow. It was the perfect place to escape to. Facilities were great with everything we needed available for our stay.

Absolutely fantastic place to stay. Situated in a lovely private location, gorgeous wood fired hot tub, fire pit & seperate barbecue. Fully fitted & functional kitchen. Working wifi ideal if you have kids who need their internet Will be coming back 100 Ignore negative reviews, its in the woods, you get flies & insects. Same for any smells. This type of place is clearly not for you, go to a Hotel! Also mind ya head in the doorframe! 5 stars

Arrived to find pod not very clean. Flys in the window, cobwebs and a smell in the bathroom. I heated the jacuzzy took off the lid and found the jacuzzy was dirty had not been cleaned. I could not use the Jacuzzy Very disapointed as the location and views were amasing. I will not be rrturning or recomending this property

Thomas

The Pod was first class at the top of a meadow with stunning views. All facilities were catered for and it has got a good shower. This is the first Pod we have been on holiday in and I must say we are hooked. A nice touch would be to have more info about the surrounding area and some stickers on the sliding doors as both my wife and dog walked into them. That said I can not fault our time here and would highly recommend a stay for as long as possible as we didn't want to leave.

Jessica

Property was better than expected. Very clean and even when i had an issue with the hob, there was someone at the end of the phone to ask. The hot tub was wonderful and at perfect temperature when I arrived, even though I was two hours later than expected. The property is very dog friendly and I felt safe letting my dogs explore whilst I watched.

Great place for a romantic getaway. Thank you.

Rebekka

We took our 3 & 5 year old there with us for a week for a little Familymoon the day after our wedding. We all really enjoyed our stay, the views from the hottub were amazing with lots of privacy. So many beautiful places to see close by like mount snowdan and Conwy falls. We are planning on another stay with all our family and booking the other accomodations on site too. Thank you for a lovely stay, we would highly recommend

Victoria

Had the most amazing stay. Absolutely stunning location. The cabin was perfect for our family 2 adults 2 teenage boys and dog Will for sure return

Fantastic stay reallt enjoyed it definately stay again staff really helpful and friendly.

We stayed at woodland pod 2 adults and 2 children and 1 dog for 2 nights and we had an absolutly amazing time. The pod is beautiful and just perfect. The cleaners did a fab job as everywhere was clean and lovely the fridge looked brand new it was that clean. The heater was enough to make it warm and we all had a great time. The hottub was perfect. I phoned to ask if it vould be heated before we arrived and David did this and when we arrived he was topping up the wood. A lovely friendy guy. This made a great start to our much needed break.After seeing some reviews about the kitcehn being partcially opened we were a bit nerous but it has all been filled in with wood so it was closed, which i think made a difference.We bought food with us and cooked in the pod the oven was easy to work all other facilities were perfect!!. Im already looking at dates we can return next year!!

Andrew

Hot tub was and is not fit for purpose. The amount of time and wood required to heat the water is insane

We stayed for 3 days and really enjoyed the whole experience, a couple of issues were the smell from the toilet and the bedding which looked to be ready to be replaced with new. Hot tub was amazing and the views waking up each day were spectacular definitely stay again thanks.

Me and my family stayed in the woodland pod. We stayed for 4 nights and had a lovely experience. It may of been one of the smaller pods but set back and high up the views were amazing especially when you're sat in the hot tub. I was a little concerned with other reviews stating there was mould on the pillows but i didn't spot any on pillows, just may be a little on the outdoor seat cushions which wasn't a bother. David was very attentive and helped us in any way he could. It was a brilliant and peaceful stay, we would go back again

Mohammad

I really enjoyed the location of the pod and the view, but unfortunately the pod wasnt clean specially the bed sheets and pillows.

Lovely and comfortable stay with a young family. Well sign posted and easy to find. Hot tub was easy to use and kept heat well, was great temperature by morning for the little one to have a dip too. Lovely open space, safe and lovely little woodland walk. Essentials were provided too which was a nice little touch. Overall couldnt have asked for a better little break with my family. Cant wait to come back again. Thankyou all.

Jessica

Overall disappointed however hot tub and pod locationscenery were excellent. 2 days before arrival, had to come out of work to be on the phone for over 30 minutes to request hot tub to be lit on arrival as instructed to do on booking information this was not done before we arrived. Therefore took hours to heat up. Was also really Disappointed with what is provided for the cost. Had to go out and buy all cleaning products to clean dishes and general tidying etc whilst we were there. Considering there were 4 girls staying there, we were only provided 2 toilet rolls for the entire stay one small bar of opened soap on sink unhygienic 3 extremely miniature shampooshower gel bottles provided and nothing else whatsoever. Kitchen area was full of flies which is understandable and it is semi open however obvious that there hadnt even been an attempt to remove them before we arrived as there were lots of dead ones too lamp shade in the kitchen area were absolutely filthy full of webs, dust etc really off putting and didnt want to put any of our food on the side. Outdoor area was clean enjoyed the scenic views and the hot tub. For the money paid, think there should be nicer touches and basic cleaning equipment provided or if not should clearly be stated with booking information.

Absolutely loved staying here. Beautiful location. Loved the kitchen being open, clean, tidy, comfy as described. Hot tub was amazing used apx one bag per day. Great location for a base to visit other places in the day time. Wasn't overlooked by anyone, really private. Lovely to wake up to the sounds of sheep and cows and baby rabbits outside in the morning. Really was a magical break 5 Dog loved it too We felt we struck lucky as we booked a late deal too

We had a great time at the pod. Really clean which was a pleasant surprise as some reviews said otherwise, it was decorated really well. We had everything we needed in the pod. The views of this property are incredible and the wood fired hot tub was a great touch. Will certainly look at booking the bigger lodge with some friends.

Thanks for an fantastic few nights stay. .the views from the pod were second to none and the plot was beautiful very well maintained, well worth the drive...we shall be back again in the near future

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Woodland Pod, Maerdy

About Woodland Pod

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Wood-Fired Hot Tub

Stunning Valley Views

Dog-Friendly Facilities

Complete Privacy

Firepit and BBQ Area

Snowdonia Access

Getting To Woodland Pod

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Woodland Pod Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Grouse Inn

Tyddyn Llan Restaurant

Corwen Cafes & Pubs

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Woodland Pod Reviews