Wigwam Holidays Builth Wells Reviews

Worth every penny

I booked this trip as a surprise for our aunt who turned 60. Online booking was straightforward and the price was reasonable, even with the additional for the hot tub. The location was easy to find using Google maps. I pulled up to the pod that had my name on it and was able to keep my vehicle parked directly outside the pod for the duration of the trip. The doors of the pod were thoughtfully decorated, which was a welcomed touch. The hot tub was ready for us to use, Emma came over to introduce herself in a smiling and welcoming manner. Everything in the pod has been carefully thought out and selected. The views are outstanding. All the neighbouring pods were occupied by people who respected the peace and tranquillity of the location. We had an amazing experience and I will be visiting again with my spouse, extended family, friends and whoever else would like to join me.

Dad and son walking weekend

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and used it as a base for walking in the Begwn hills.

Site's response

Hi both, thank you for taking the time to review our place. We really appreciate you taking the time to do so. I also hope you enjoyed your roast at the Ox. Thanks for staying with us. Happy walking.

A little oasis of calm

From the moment we arrived to the end of our stay, I could not rate this destination more highly. The facilities were spotless, everything was set up for our stay and even though we arrived early, we were greeted warmly and invited in. The pods are very comfortable and very well appointed with a small but well thought out kitchen area and bathroom which made for a perfect self contained holiday. We swam in the lake every day, which was lovely, and felt very special being able to walk straight out of the pod and into the water. We had a bird call identification app and found that we were surrounded by so many different varieties, it was fascinating. We saw most of them too so I would highly recommend that. We used it when we were sitting outside drinking tea or in the evenings when we were out using the fire pit. All in all, a superb holiday and one that I will remember for a long time. I would recommend to anyone who wants to get some peace and quiet in beautiful surroundings.

Site's response

Wow, this did make me have a little tear of joy. I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are very lucky to live and share a little piece of mid Wales paradise with others. I would love to know which birds you heard. Just behind us on 'The Begwns' we can hear Curlews, which is exciting. Anyway, thanks again for staying with us and hopefully see you both again if you are in the area. Take care both 🌞

Luxury pod in the hills

We had a great stay at Wigwam. We were paddling the Wye and it was an incredible first night of our adventure. Very clean indeed and a gorgeous place.

Site's response

Oh wow, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. I was wondering how your adventure down the Wye went. Thanks for staying with us and I hope you have many more adventures. Take care both🌞

Fantastic place to relax and unwind

There were clear instructions on how to find the glamping site. On arrival the hot tub was running, a very nice touch and a very lovely welcome from Emma the owner. First time glamping, the experience was brilliant and would definitely would go glamping at this site .Thank for a lovely stay.

Site's response

Hi both, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. I am so pleased I was able to provide you both with a great experience. Thanks for staying with us and. enjoy the rest of your summer. Happy Glamping :)

Perfect!

We had a perfect three night stay with our two dogs The pods are really well maintained and the cleanliness was second to none. They were warm and very comfortable. Probably the best pods my wife and I have stayed in so far, it's a big 👍 from us and we will definitely be returning in the future for another chill and reset!

Site's response

Thank you, your review means so much to us. I am so pleased you all had a lovely relaxing time here. We are very lucky to love where we live and to be able to share it with others. The photos are great also, I love the reel on Instagram! I also laughed a lot watching your dogs running around together :) Thanks again for staying with us and we look forward to welcoming you again. Take care 👋

Lovely remote pod with lake view

Great communication with site owners due to late arrival. Useful instructions prior. Arrived at dark and the pod was labelled to welcome us and lit for ease of access. Bed was made, which was greatly appreciated after our commute and wanting to settle the children. Cosy and warm on arrival too. Ample amenities. Lovely lake view which you can enjoy from bed with a cuppa. Lovely local hikes, views, kite feeding and villages nearby. Thank you.

Site's response

Thank you so much for booking to stay with us and thank you for the great review. I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. Reviews like this are really helpful for other guests. Take care all :)

Wonderful experience

We had a superb glamping experience in this lovely, cosy pod surrounded by beautiful nature. Emma, the owner, is a lovely lady and looking at the way she arranged everything, it was clear that she had a great passion for providing a unique experience to her guests. It was a memorable getaway, and we cannot wait to return to this place again.

Site's response

Thank you both so much for staying with us and for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. This really means so much to us. Thank you also for the lovely note in the pod, it really made my day. We look forward to welcoming you back. Have a great day.

Fantastic destination

A fantastic destination for a family getaway with 2 dogs. Beautiful scenery with great facilities. The pod was amazing and very clean. Andrew and Emma were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back.

Site's response

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review for our site. Reviews are so important to our little site. I am so pleased you and your family enjoyed your stay. We look forward to having you stay with us again. Take care all :)

Just lovely

This was our first time visiting Wales and it definitely will not be our last! We had a lovely time despite the weather. Emma and Andrew are very welcoming and nothing is too small to ask, always happy to help. Will certainly be coming back again soon!

Site's response

I just wanted to say thank you for taking the time to leave a review for our site. The weather was pretty awful but I am so pleased you made the best of it and enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again in sunnier times. Thanks again for staying with us. Take care :)

Absolutely fantastic weekend

Where do I start? We were greeted on arrival by Emma and her beautiful smile. Her warmth left us immediately at ease, her directions were perfect. The pod was amazing, it was warm, immaculately clean and very inviting. The view was astonishing from the front porch and the only sound was the stream nearby. It was perfect, just what we were looking for. Emma popped in with some walking leaflets following our previous chat! There was a bucket of logs so we did the natural thing and got a fire pit going, it was the perfect end to a perfect start. The location was so quiet, and the perfectly equipped kitchen sorted us out with the gorgeous Welsh coffee made in the provided French press. Breakfast made, we started our trip walking. The whole weekend was perfect. I wish I had opted for the hot tub to be ignited but lesson learned for next time. I would be insane not to return here, it is idyllic, both in setting and the warmth of the hosts. Thank you Emma, Stephen had the best birthday weekend. We will be back for sure xx

Site's response

Wow, thank you so much for your lovely review. I am so pleased that you both enjoyed your stay. The walking around here is incredible. I did not realise there was a birthday celebration but I am pleased to have been a small part of a lovely birthday weekend. We really are lucky to be able to share this space with others. We look forward to having you with us again. The door to our drying room went in this weekend so by next year, out drying room will be up and running and accessible for guests. Good luck with your walking challenge next year, let me know how you get on. Take care both :)

Enjoyed our stay

Great place and definitely would recommend and come back!

Site's response

Thank you so much for taking the time to review our site. Reviews mean so much to us. We were so lucky with the weather and the moon was pretty amazing this weekend too. Best wishes to you both, thanks for staying with us :)

Hidden gem!

Stunning location with amazing views. Beautiful pod, clean and tidy, comfortable with accessories. Every you need for lovely stay. Service was attentive and welcoming which was a nice touch.

Site's response

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a lovely review. I love the photo. I'm glad you had a great time whilst staying with us. Take care both. Happy adventures😁

The most wonderful spot

The most beautiful spot, incredible views and a beautiful site. The pods were immaculate and well equipped, Emma was the loveliest host you could possibly imagine.

Site's response

Wow Lucy, thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely review. The shooting stars were out in force for your last night stay with us. I really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a lovely review. I hope you and your family are settling in back at home. Thank you for staying with us xx

Perfect for a few days

Beautiful views and a lovely site, we will definitely return. We stayed for 2 nights, could have stayed more but the pod is fairly small for 2 adults and 2 children (9 and 12) and a dog! Would do 3/4 nights without the kids! The free kayaks and life jackets at the small lake really made our stay, the children were on the lake the whole time and had a ball. The views from the pod are breathtaking. There is a large field which can be used to give the dog a good run. Kids loved making the fire and we all loved the hot tub. Take lots of towels (shower/lake/hot tub). One note, if you have a dog who you don't let off the lead, there are no pavements on the narrow road leading to the site. We walked on the field and round the lake but it was very wet and the grass was long so shoes and trousers were soaked! Take extra everything if it's wet when you stay! Flip flops are a must. The George Foreman grill was a great addition for cheese toasties and sausages.

Site's response

Thank you for your lovely review. I am so pleased you had a lovely time. I certainly enjoyed hearing the laughter from your family. It certainly was a wet summer though and I hear what you say regarding the extra towels etc but never fear as the drying/ laundry room is nearly up and running, we just didn't make in time this year. Fingers crossed for next year. Take care and thank you for booking to stay with us and taking the time to review our small site. Happy Glamping :)

Lovely place to stay

Loved staying here and we will be looking to come back.

Site's response

Wow, thank you for taking the time to review our small site. I am so pleased that you had a great time here. Reviews do mean so much to us. Thank you for staying with us and we would welcome you back anytime. Take care :)

Amazing break

Really lovely small and quiet farm in the Brecon Beacons. Everything you need for a dog friendly glamping holiday. Host was amazing and kids loved swimming and kayaking in the lake. Gorgeous setting. 10/10.

Site's response

Ahhhhh wow, thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely review. I'm so pleased that you all loved the break and your adventures in the area. It was a pleasure to have you with us. Take care all.

Perfect

Beautiful site with amazing attention to detail. Perfect. Can not thank Emma and her team enough. Honestly didn't want to leave.

Site's response

It was a pleasure hosting you both. I am so pleased you enjoyed your mini break. Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, it really means so much and thank you for leaving the pod immaculate :) hope to see you again. Take care.

Awesome, just awesome

Our hosts were brilliant and super helpful. The views, lake, and location were all superb. Honestly, I couldn't recommend it highly enough.

Site's response

Hi All :) Thank you for taking the time to review our little site. I am so pleased you all had a great time. We really are lucky to live in such a beautiful place. Thanks for staying with us. Take care

Beautiful location

Just returned from a wonderful weekend. The facilities are great, in the most beautiful location. The owners were so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely recommend if you are looking for a relaxing break.

Site's response

Wow, thank you so much for the lovely review. I'm so pleased you all had a lovely time. Reviews really mean so much to small businesses like ours. I hope you all enjoy the rest of the Easter. Thank you for booking to stay with us and hope to see you all again. Take care :)

Builth Wells pod

Lovely place to stay, amazing views and very comfortable pod! Lovely hosts who came and checked we had everything we needed and how to work the hot tub. Lots of places to visit locally.

Site's response

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. Reviews are so important for small businesses like ours. I am so pleased you enjoyed our little place and the area. Thank you for booking to stay with us and we hope to see you again. Take care both :)

Glamping pod

Absolutely beautiful, tranquil place to stay.

Site's response

Oh wow, thank you for taking the time to leave a review for us. It really does mean a lot. Thank you for booking to stay with us, I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. Take care both :)

Amazing stay!

We were staying with our 2 young children. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The children absolutely loved the outdoor space, they enjoyed the barn area which had the connect 4 and other activities. The cabin itself was immaculately clean. We are already planning our next visit! We want to say a huge thank you to Emma and her family for making our stay such a pleasant one. She always made herself available if we needed any assistance. Lovely family! Many thanks Emma.

Site's response

Ahhh Uzma 😊 thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. It means so much to us as a small business. I’m so pleased you all had a lovely stay, we look forward to having you with us again soon. Take care x

Excellent

We did a last minute half term booking here… Amazing! Everything was excellent- the host Emma is awesome and ever so friendly! We felt really welcomed, we were given a tour of the site and explained how everything works… Emma demonstrated how to kayak…We had no idea what we were doing!!! The hot tub was really well maintained and clean …The pod is clean and well equipped, it's spacious…We were given enough wood for the hot tub and fire pit… The site is really child friendly they have a shed at the bottom which has connect 5 and a dart board - it kept my 5 year old busy!!!!! The walk towards the river is really nice… Overall this site is really family friendly I cannot fault the site or the host! Thank you for everything <3

Site's response

Wow, thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review for us. It really means a lot to small sites like ours. I am so pleased that you all had a lovely stay here and that the drive home went well. Thank you so much for booking to stay with us and look forward to having you with us again. Take care all :)

2 night stay

Very nice peaceful stay with an amazing view and lovely facilities. The hot tub was amazing and a great experience under the stars. The wood fired aspect was a first and very cool. Great welcome and very friendly. Hope to return here again soon. If you want a relaxed holiday break away from the hustle and bustle to recharge, this is highly recommended. Thoroughly enjoyable.

Site's response

Lovely :) Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. Reviews really help small sites like ours. I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us, we love sharing our place with others. Take care both and we hope to see you again soon