Name: Mid Wales Arts B&B
Address: Mid Wales Arts Centre Maesmawr, Caersws, SY17 5SB, United Kingdom, Mid Wales Arts Centre Maesmawr, Powys, SY17 5SB, UK
Rating: 9.2

Mid Wales Arts B&B

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About this property

Historic Setting: Mid Wales Arts B&B in Caersws is housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. Guests enjoy garden and terrace views, complemented by mountain vistas. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, garden or mountain views, and amenities such as free WiFi, TV, and soundproofing. Family rooms and ground-floor units cater to various needs. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Guests appreciate the quality and variety. Local Attractions: Maesmawr Golf Club is an 18-minute walk away, while Dolforwyn Castle lies 11 mi nearby. Elan Valley is 22 mi from the property, offering scenic views. Liverpool John Lennon Airport is 86 mi distant.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Availability

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Room Type	Number of guests
Family Room with Mountain View 1 twin bed and 1 queen bed
Double Room with Garden View 1 full bed
Large Twin Room 2 twin beds
Single Room with Garden View 1 twin bed

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Marilynn

United States

“Art everywhere! Hidden labyrinths filled with treasures, gardens, and beauty. Food was excellent and Cathy (Proprietress) is very accommodating.”

Daniel

United States

“Location was great. close to the wedding. Kathy was so helpful”

Jones

United Kingdom

“The ambiance, warmth and unique atmosphere. Amazing!”

Avril

Ireland

“Amazingly unique place to stay with friendly atmosphere and wonderful hosts. Fresh and delicious made-to-order breakfasts. Lots of beautiful art and sculptures to discover around the property including a childrens sculpture trail.”

Mick

Australia

“Clean and tidy very old building with lots of character. Very handy for where we’re going to visit. Breakfast was excellent with lots to choose from.”

Judy

United Kingdom

“Beautiul property in beautiful location - but the star of it all was being run by and initiated by artists and sculptors. There was a fabulous exhibition, and the house had many beautiful paintings by original artists. A peaceful and inspiring...”

Lea

Switzerland

“The breakfast was lovely and well presented. We liked the art in the room. We enjoyed the gardens and the art exhibition.”

Robert

United Kingdom

“The breakfast was lovely and the evening meal produced at the drop of a hat was the best sort of home cooking. The setting with art works liberally scattered provided nutrition for the soul.”

Eleanor

United Kingdom

“Such lovely hosts. Excellent breakfast, room was clean and had everything you need. Whole B&B felt both private and social. All the great art was a lovely bonus.”

Hulya

United Kingdom

“Loved our room, the cottage feeling and the amazing creative charm. The garden has amazing artworks and it feels tranquil.”

Managed by Cathy and John at Mid Wales Arts Centre

Company review score: 9.7Based on 268 reviews from 1 property

1 managed property

Company info

Cathy Knapp, widow of international artist Stefan Knapp set up Mid Wales Arts in 2008. To provide a home for a core collection of his large scale, vibrant enamel on steel murals, sculptures and paintings. Since then MWA has become a hub for artists throughout Wales who appreciate the exhibition space, location and facilities. We have purpose built studios specialising in ceramics, sculpture and printing, we offer artists residencies, residential and day art courses in pottery, enamelling, blacksmithing, sculpture and painting. We have a performance space for poetry, music and dance. Our contemporary galleries are sought after venues for meetings, conferences, workshops and celebrations. Our cafe is open Wednesday-Sunday 10-4 offering home cooked, locally sourced, innovative, healthy and attractively presented brunches, light lunches, afternoon teas, coffee and cakes. We are able to cater for events.

Property info

The farmhouse, stables and outbuildings are an intriguing mix of Tudor, Georgian and Victorian architecture, set in mature gardens and farmland. We offer 4*en suite accommodation with healthy, freshly prepared and beautifully presented food. All rooms are well decorated with original art, we offer a cafe and attractive meeting spaces, with free parking in a highly accessible location right in the centre of Wales. As well as the galleries we have an outdoor Sculpture trail and Childrens trail encouraging you to explore and discover nature in beautiful countryside. We are 500 yards from the River Severn with fishing rights for 2 rods. We are on the National Cycle route and welcome cyclists and walkers.

Neighborhood info

There were 2 Roman Forts in Caersws as it was seen as an ideal central location in Wales...and it still is! The Severn Valley offers beautiful wide spaces, surrounded by mountains. We are a 7 minute walk from Caersws mainline station. National Express buses and local buses are close by. We are an ideal location for exploring beautiful mid Wales with it's lakes, rivers and mountains. Nearby attractions: Red kite centre, Powys Castle, pony trekking, fishing, rally school and shooting. The coast is just a 45 minute drive or train ride away, while the historical county market towns of Llanidloes, Newtown, Welshpool and Montgomery are only a short drive away. Llanidloes and Newtown both boast a range of museums, art galleries and exhibitions, Newtown is also the home to Theatre Hafren.

Languages Spoken

Welsh,English,French

Area info

Amenities of Mid Wales Arts B&B

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

House rules

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Check-in

From 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM

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Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years

Crib upon request

£15 per child, per night

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the Large Twin Room is not suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Guests checking in early are advised to contact the property before their stay.

Please inform Mid Wales Arts B&B of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.