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March Melin

Cwmdauddwr, near Rhayader, Mid Wales
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
5 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Traditional mill cottage sleeping six guests close to the Elan Valley
  • Stylishly updated comfortable accommodation
  • Relaxing sun room with beautiful countryside views, and enjoy the pretty garden with stream
Property code: OC-42759

This property enjoys a pleasantly secluded rural location in mid-Wales, just one mile from the attractive market town of Rhayader, the first town on the River Wye. The town boasts a good range of shops and eateries, as well as being home to the Elan Valley Visitor Centre which makes a great first port of call for those who want to enjoy the area’s miles of scenic walks. On the outskirts of the town, Gigrin Farm is a great place for wildlife lovers to spend an afternoon, as it is home to the red kite feeding centre, with daily feeds when guests can see these magnificent birds up close. There are other opportunities to spot them in the skies above RSPB Carngafallt, a globally-renowned Celtic rainforest just 3.5 miles away. Further afield, guests may like to visit the literary town of Hay-on-Wye or the seaside town of Aberystwyth.

The front door of this attractive mill cottage opens directly into the spacious dining room which has been attractively finished with a beamed ceiling, large feature fireplace, and a dining table which comfortably seats six. Moving through to the lounge, guests will find a cosy, relaxing space with a warming wood burner, TV, and Blu-ray player, whilst the fantastic sun room offers a second lounge area, which enjoys panoramic views across the patio to the countryside beyond. Keen cooks will be pleased to see that the property’s kitchen is well-equipped with everything they will need to prepare their favourite dishes, including a Range-style oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. There is also a wet room with shower and WC on the ground floor. On the first floor, meanwhile, guests will find three stylish bedrooms. Two of these are king-size rooms, both of which can be made up as twin rooms on request, thanks to their zip-and-link beds. One of these benefits from an en-suite shower room with a shower and WC, whilst the other has an en-suite WC. The third bedroom is a twin room which, again, has an en-suite shower and WC.

Outside, there is a patio garden which is accessed through the sun room, offering garden furniture and a BBQ. Beyond this, there is a beautiful streamside garden, which is a fantastic place to relax, but guests should be aware that children must be supervised at all times.

  • 3 bedrooms-1 king-size zip and link with en-suite shower room and WC, 1 double with en-suite shower room and WC and 1 king-size zip and link with en-suite WC (both king-size bedrooms can be made up as a twin on request)
  • Wet room with shower and WC on the ground floor
  • TV and Blu-ray player
  • Oven, induction hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Underfloor heating
  • Shop and pub within walking distance
  • Please ensure children are supervised in the garden, due to the stream
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Ceri Gittoes

This property is personally managed by Ceri.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 29 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Angela 13th June 2026

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We throughly enjoyed our weeks stay at the cottage. Beautiful surroundings in a gorgeous remote setting, but close enough to all amenities. We throughly enjoyed the wildlife particularly the birds in the garden. Nuthatch Pied Fly Catchers Tree Creepers and of course Red Kites to America a few all visible from the garden room. The Elan Valley andRead more surrounding dams simply stunning . The visitor centre there is well worth a visit. Hide

Reviewed by Anna 30th May 2026

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This is our second time at Fron Cottage and it wont be our last. It is perfection. Everything you could possibly need has been provided. The wildlife is a huge bonus from Red Kites nesting to Badgers snuffling. Thank you Liz and family for sharing your slice of heaven with us x

Reviewed by David 2nd May 2026

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Having had cottage holidays for over 30 years, this one will be hard to better. Excellent in every way!

Reviewed by Paula 28th March 2026

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Exceptional cottage in a perfect location. It was lovely to see the local wildlife on our doorstep, large variety of birds, stoat, Kites..

Reviewed by Caroline 24th March 2026

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This was our second visit to beautiful March Melin cottage and it was even better than we remembered. The cottage is extremely comfortable, warm, well equipped and very stylish. The garden is lovely and very safe and secure for our dog who enjoyed pottering around. We spent most of our time in the wonderful garden room watching the numerous birds Read moreon the feeders. The setting is so peaceful yet within an easy stroll to the shops and pubs in Rhayader ( we recommended The Triangle) and lovely drives around the breathtaking Elan Valley. We will definitely be back. Thanks once again Liz for sharing your wonderful home with us. Caroline and family Hide

Reviewed by Derrick 8th March 2026

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Reviewed by Beverly 8th February 2026

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We had a perfect stay at the cottage. It was spotlessly clean, warm, cozy and the location was perfect. The welcome pack was much appreciated as was the excellent communication prior to our stay and on arrival. Watching the birds on the feeders and the red kites soaring overhead was a joy and we would not hesitate to return.

Reviewed by Helen 30th January 2026

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A fantastic cottage in a great location! Peaceful and luxurious with everything you need. We will definitely return. Thank you Liz!

Reviewed by Christine 23rd January 2026

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Lovely stylish cottage with everything you need for a relaxing break.We loved the location & the birds were a joy. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by John 20th December 2025

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Wonderful isolation, just what I wanted. Completely fenced, so that my dog could explore off the lead for once. Liz was extremely helpful and friendly. Fascinating to watch large variety of birds feeding. Absolutely perfect for me. Many thanks Liz! (Beautifully decorated tree too)

Reviewed by Emma 31st October 2025

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Reviewed by Anita 19th September 2025

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Lovely comfortable cottage. Perfect location, love staying here.Peaceful, relaxing 10 out of 10. Thank you Liz for sharing your cottage.

Reviewed by James 15th August 2025

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Hard to find fault with this cottage. It's position is idyllic, possibly could do with bird food for the feeders, as they soon demolish what's put out for your arrival. On the whole, enjoyable, relaxing week had by the complete family.

Reviewed by Tina 11th July 2025

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It is a wonderful cottage with everything you need and more. The surroundig is beautiful. We had really nice time.

Reviewed by Alan 30th May 2025

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Delightful cottage . Everything from the location to the decor is as good as it gets .

Reviewed by Sue 16th May 2025

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This cottage is a wonderful place to stay. The owners take real care to ensure everything is just right. If you love birds, peaceful surroundings and access to beautiful countryside this is the cottage for you. Near to Aberystwyth, Aberaeron and Hay on Wye as well as the gorgeous Elan Valley.

Reviewed by Glenn 14th March 2025

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3rd time staying at Fron Cottage (March Melin). Absolutely love this cottage and its location nestled into the woodland and next to the stream. The cottage itself is immaculate, cosy and has a character to it. The sunlounge is amazing and even on dull days you can sit in the warmth and watch all of the wildlife outside. Red Kites often frequent theRead more trees outside and the views never get dull. Great walks available from the cottage itself for those a little more adventurous, Perfect Hide

Reviewed by Sue 7th February 2025

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We lived our week at the characterful cottage. In a lovely peaceful setting.It was comfortable and very well stocked. Our dog loved the stream and local walks. Lots to see not far away.

Reviewed by Debbie 25th January 2025

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Lovely week in the most comfortable cottage. Beautifully furnished and lovely to see the original features sympathetically retained. Location was lovely with the river almost on the doorstep and walks from the door. We could easily have sat watching the birds all day. Spent most of our time in the sunroom, such a lovely space. It was nice to meet LRead moreiz and hear a little bit of history about the cottage. We can definitely recommend and would happily stay here again. Hide

Reviewed by Jeremy 17th January 2025

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Reviewed by J 3rd January 2025

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Amazing Cottage, Amazing Setting, Amazing Owners, Amazing walks, Just amazing. Third time back.

Reviewed by Vicky 25th October 2024

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Reviewed by Anne 4th October 2024

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Great location for visiting the Elan Valley reservoirs and dams and close to the International Dark Skies Area. Well equipped kitchen, two sitting rooms and several well designed bathrooms. Private access to property and garden means a peaceful and restful stay.

Reviewed by Julia 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by Steven 9th September 2024

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Loved the cottage very peaceful location just what we wanted.Could not find anything to complain about apart from the poor mobile phone signal.

Reviewed by Angela 30th August 2024

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We have just been on our 6th visit to cottage and are already looking forward to visit in 2026,it is very much our happy place and a great place to recharge the batteries and take in the wildlife, from the birds to the bats early in the morning and seeing the cows in the field nearby and the sheep on the hill. We always feel refreshed after our visRead moreits. Hide

Reviewed by Phyllida 9th August 2024

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A tastefully restored pair of 18th-century mill cottages, with clever extensions at either end (sunroom and wet room). A well equipped home from home with three cosy double bedrooms and three communal spaces (not including the kitchen). In mid-summer it is a green oasis shared with the local bird population (a jar of seed is provided!). An easy walRead morek into Rhayader for supplies and lovely local walks without the need to take a car. Planing to visit again when the trees have lost their leaves. Hide

Reviewed by Gary 2nd August 2024

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As an architect I appreciated the cottage Restoration's finer details and immense effort that had gone in. A beautiful place to stay with walks from the door, easy walking access to Rhyader via footpaths, great bird watching. All the living areas were great for 6 and we played a lot of games, read and watched the Olympics. Bedrooms very smart and cRead moreomfortable. Owners friendly and helpful. Brilliant. Will try and stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 28th June 2024

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A really relaxing break. Beautiful setting with a brilliant wildlife show right outside your window. Excellent facilities in a comfortable cottage. The village of Rhayader lovely and very friendly with great river walks. Can highly recommend the red kite feeding at Gigrin farm.

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.