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The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages

Gilfach Lane | Kerry, Newtown SY16 4DW, Wales
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The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages
Ranked #3 of 13 Newtown B&B and Inns
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Northampton, United Kingdom
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

A stunning home set in a wonderful location, with outstanding views all around. A peaceful house with a warm welcome, great food and wonderful hosts we would recommend to anyone wanting a place off the beaten track, but five mins from the nearest town. We will be back.

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theforestkerry, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Thank you very much for taking the time to write a review and for your generous comments. It is much appreciated, and we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay with us. More

Cardiff, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

This is unquestionably the most wonderful B&B I have ever stayed in. A beautiful building, a serene location, tasty food and lovely hosts. We arrived late - this was no problem. There was plenty of choice for breakfast and we will definitely be staying there again in the future.

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theforestkerry, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing to stay with us again. It was a real pleasure listening to Charlie play at the Gregynon Hall Young Musician of the Year competition and we were thrilled to hear that he won first prize, a great acheivement for a 14 year old . We hope his talent will... More

Manchester
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013 via mobile

We stayed in the lodge 22nd to 24th March, couldn't have wished for a more beautiful stay! We were surprised by a 1ft of snow falling, the outside hot tub felt like we were in Sweden!!! The lodge is immaculate, clean and more than comfortable, a home from home. Slightly disappointed that the main bathroom was locked, so couldn't take... More

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weysprings, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Thank you for your lovely review and we look forward to meeting the rest of your family More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

Not the first and definitely not the last stay at The Forest. We asked for our favourite room being "Hafren" with its super king size 4 poster bed which has got to be the most comfortable bed I have ever slept in! Breakfast is always good - lots of choice and always good quality. I moved from Mid-Wales just over... More

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weysprings, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
25 March 2013

We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hope that you will be able to return again soon More

London
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 hotel reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 January 2013

My partner and I booked a last minute break just after Xmas wanting somewhere to see us through to the New Year. We came across Holly Cottage via Holiday Lettings, such a lovely little cottage, well equipped, very clean and a great location. If you are in the area, do visit Devils Bridge, we spent a lovely few hours walking... More

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weysprings, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Thank you for your kind words about our cottage. We are happy that you enjoyed your stay More

London, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2013

We decided to treat ourselves to a New Year stay at the Forest as part of a large group of 15 adults and children. It is an ideal place for several families to all stay together and we had a wonderful holiday. The Forest is set in an unspoilt and beautiful part of the countryside. Despite initially complaining about having... More

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weysprings, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We think that Mid Wales is a unknown gem and it is great that you had am enjoyable stay. More

Cardiff, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2012

Beautiful house, lovely room (one of the two lower priced ones - Vyrnwy - but still a cut above most comparably priced B&Bs). Delightful rural setting and very quiet (especially as we were the only guests on the night we stayed). Large sitting room available for guests has local guidebooks, maps etc & a piano. Although you need to drive... More

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weysprings, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Thank you for your review amd we hope you will have the chance to stay with us again More

Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 September 2012

We stayed in the Hafren room at The Forest for two nights in August as we were doing the Yamaha Offroad Experience day at Llanidloes (about 45mins away, highly recommended). The location of the B&B is ideal, a few miles away from the restaurants and shops in Newtown, but far enough away that it feels very rural and peaceful. There... More

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weysprings, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
25 March 2013

Thank you for your kind words and we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay More

Marlborough, Wiltshire
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8 reviews 8 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 September 2012

Lovely house and grounds, comfortable room and king size bed. Excellent breakfast. Room had not been serviced correctly but this was quickly put right with apologies. Warm and friendly hostess but host rather less so. Rather too many rules and T&C and could do with a more relaxed approach. Never the less a pleasant place to stay and we would... More

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weysprings, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
17 September 2012

Thank you for your review which is appreciated and aplogise if we failed to fully meet your expectations. We try not to have too many T&Cs as we hope to provide an informal and relaxed atmosphere in our family bed and breakfast while also maintaining high standards. We will try to chill out a little - sometimes when we are... More

Banbury
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 August 2012

Stayed here for 2 nights last week. Beautiful house, comfortable bed and very good breakfast with great choice of cereals fruit etc as well of choice of cooked dishes. Only thing whIch let it down was the toast made from cheap ready-sliced bread. Hosts friendly welcoming and helpful.

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weysprings, Owner at The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages, responded to this review
17 September 2012

Thank you for your review, we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. More

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Additional Information about The Forest Country House B&B and Cottages

Also Known As:
The Forest Country House B&B And Cottages Newtown, Powys, Wales
Address: Gilfach Lane | Kerry, Newtown SY16 4DW, Wales
Region: United Kingdom > Wales > Powys > Newtown
Amenities:
Business Centre Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Children Activities Kitchenette Pets Allowed
Hotel Style:
Ranked #3 of 13 B&Bs / Inns in Newtown
Price Range: ££
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Hidden in the tranquil Vale of Kerry lies THE FOREST; a splendid Victorian country house B&B with self catering cottages, set in 4 acres of gardens, a mile from Kerry village with pub restaurant and 3 miles from Newtown. The 5 comfortable en-suite double bedrooms are elegantly furnished and we have a lounge, games room, tennis court, kennels and Wifi The Forest is an ideal hideaway for exploring the many attractions of Mid Wales including Powis Castle. Children are welcome. ... more   less 
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