Pant Y Crasty Holiday Pods

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Outdoor seating area looking across the Welsh countryside with a small firepit
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  • Remote Powys site on a working farm a 25-minute drive from Newtown
  • Montgomery Canal 25 minutes’ drive; Powis Castle and Garden 50 minutes
  • Well-equipped pod with kitchen; separate bathroom pod; horses welcome
When it’s time to get away from it all (especially from other people…), it might be a good idea to book a break at Pant Y Crasty Holiday Pods, on a traditional farm in Powys. Why, you might ask? Well, it’s a blissfully secluded spot, for starters, in a lush valley a 25-minute drive from Newtown. For seconds, there is only one pod on site, so you will have complete peace and quiet. The pod in question (powder blue on the outside but lined with natural timber inside) has two beds that can be pushed together to make a double; a kitchen corner with a small fridge, kettle, pots, pans, cutlery and crockery; and a small table and chairs. However, chances are that you’ll prefer to consume your meals outside, where a seating area (with firepit) looks across the lush Welsh countryside. A separate pod houses the pristine modern bathroom. Because the pod is on a working farm, with livestock in every field, canine companions are not allowed; however, the owners will be happy to welcome your horse (for an additional fee), either in a stable or in a field. There are plenty of walks in the local area, including at the Llandinam Gravels Nature Reserve (15 minutes' drive) on the River Severn, where you might spot oystercatchers and plovers (and otters, too, if you’re lucky); at the rocky Ffrwd Fawr Waterfall (25 minutes); or along the Montgomery Canal (25 minutes).

Campground type

Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Open now
Opens July 10

Languages spoken

English

Open from Fri, Jul 10 to

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Features

Leisure on park

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Playground Recreation room/arcade TV room Takeout Tennis Watersports

Amenities on park

Bath available Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Free wifi Grocery store Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundromat Local produce Parent & baby washroom Payphone Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Restrooms Shower available Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue grills allowed Barbecue provided Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed No dogs allowed No pets allowed

Themes

Hikers’ paradise Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal fridge Dump station Electric car charging point(s) Propane/gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Cycling nearby Mountain biking nearby

Location

Pant Y Crasty Holiday Pods

Pant Y Crasty

Carno

Newtown

Powys

Wales

SY17 5JR

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.55739°N
3.50449°W

Nearest transport

Bus
5.7 mi Bus Shelter
5.8 mi Post Office
7.7 mi The Groe
Rail
4.2 mi Caersws Rail Station
8.7 mi Newtown (Powys) Rail Station
15 mi Machynlleth Rail Station
Ferry
25.3 mi Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
25.6 mi Barmouth Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

The Falconry Experience Wales (25 minutes’ drive) operates only by appointment, so get on its website as soon as your Welsh holiday is booked. After meeting and handling some of the resident raptors (from red kites and kestrels, to hawks and eagles, and more in between), you'll get to see them soar and hover in the skies. Although it started its life as a medieval fortress, National Trust - Powis Castle and Garden (50 minutes) was heavily reworked into an elegant stately home in the late 16th century. Check out the collection of artworks, tapestries and furniture, including a marble table decorated with semi-precious stones, then head out on to the terraced gardens to take in views of the Severn Valley. There are dramatic waterfront walks to be had at Ynyslas National Nature Reserve (55 minutes), an area of peat bogs, mudflats and sand dunes on the estuary of the River Dyfi. In addition to wild orchids and saltmarsh flowers, you might see birds of prey and otters.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Aberdyfi 23.2 mi Estuary ExcellentGoodGoodGood
Borth 23.6 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Aberdyfi Rural 24.2 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentGoodGood
Tywyn 25.2 mi Sea GoodGoodGoodExcellent
Fairbourne 25.2 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 14.9 mi

Powis Castle & Garden 15.9 mi

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 24.6 mi

Vale of Rheidol Railway (Aberystwyth) 26.3 mi

Stokesay Castle 29.6 mi

National Trust

Carding Mill Valley and the Shropshire Hills 28.6 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Esgair Fochnant - Glaslyn - Bugeilyn 10.6 mi

Cwm Cywarch - Glasgwm - Aran Fawddwy - Drysgol 15.2 mi

Llyn Coed y Dinas - River Severn - Montgomery Canal 15.6 mi

LAKE VYRNWY (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 15/04/1980) 15.8 mi

Pont ar Elan - Esgair y Llwyn - Cerrig Llwydion - Pont ar Elan 16.3 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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10
Accommodation
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Cleanliness
10
Wifi
10

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Stunning Farm Stay in Mid Wales

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10 out of 10
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Camping pod

Liked Huge thank you to Karin, Nick and Annie, for an excellent stay at this fantastic farm retreat… it was everything we hoped for! You were so welcoming and really made Pant y Crasty feel like a home away from home. A stunning valley setting, beautiful views and the comfiest bed I’ve been in for ages. The pod accommodation sits snug in the lush valley with the bathroom pod sat just behind it. Facilities are very modern and clean, a lovely hot shower, tea and coffee provided, and an excellent fire pit that we sat around, cooked our dinner on and watched the stars away from the light pollution of the city.
We felt so comfortable and secluded at the pod, it has been an excellent stop on our way to North Wales. We had a peaceful day at Clywedog Reservoir which is nearby too! Waking up to the green surroundings and lambs in the field next to us was the perfect reset we needed before heading on.
We will definitely be back to stay again, thank you so much for having us!

Recommend to friends Visit again

An excellent place to base from which to visit central & North Wales.

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10 out of 10
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10
Value for money
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Cleanliness
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Wifi
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Anonymous

Camping pod

Liked Alas my stay was only for one night due to reason for my visit to this beautiful part of Wales. I enjoyed every moment from arrival to leaving. Karin who met me on arrival was very friendly & welcoming. The two pods are on a small rise above the Farmhouse which is down a narrow road off the main road. Parking is off the road with a short steepish climb to the pods. Area is fenced off from the fields so worries on the sheep popping in for tea.
The sleeping pod is very well appointed. A double bed low down to the floor obviously dominates. If you’re used to sleeping bags this is easy to get down & up from. It’s also, for me ,very comfortable & snug. I had a good sleep despite the heatwave. Inside are chairs & small table with selection of coffee , tea , biscuits etc. a small fridge with a small bottle of milk is provided plus kettle & even a small fan ! A cupboard has a selection of cutlery & cooking items. Over the door Karin had hung a light curtain to reduce glare from the Sun. For me it was all I needed & was very comfortable.
The washroom pod is just behind sleeping quarters. A toilet, sink & shower. Again clean & functional. Shower head doubles as sink tap & pulls out of sink
& attaches to a holder wall above shower floor. Toilet paper etc provided as were towels. I found it clean tidy & easy to use.
Outside a table with two chairs & parasol for enjoying the view.
The view of the surrounding area is awesome. In addition on the night i stayed there were no clouds & no light pollution. The Stars could be seen in all their glory. I spent an hour after midnight enjoying the beauty which i am unable to see where i live in a town.
Prior to leaving after 11am I met Karin’s husband who is a farmer. Again he also took time to chat & tell me about the Farm & their life . When i left it felt like saying goodbye to folks i had known for ages.
The location is near Powys Castle & Gardens which is well worth a visit. But within 90 mins in various directions there are trails,Castles & beaches. Within 15 minutes there is a petrol station & a big NISA store plus a pub or two. Your hosts will point you in the right direction.
For me Pant Y Crasty was a great choice.
Great location, great views.
Comfortable accommodation & privacy.
Off road parking. No noise save for occasional sheep!

Friendly & welcoming hosts for whom this a new venture.

Disliked I only had a short weekend break to enjoy it.

Recommend to friends Visit again


Frequently asked questions

  • Does Pant Y Crasty Holiday Pods have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Pant Y Crasty Holiday Pods dog friendly? No View all features
  • What attractions are near Pant Y Crasty Holiday Pods? The Falconry Experience Wales (25 minutes’ drive) operates only by appointment, so get on its website as soon as your Welsh holiday is booked. After meeting and handling some of the resident … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Pant Y Crasty Holiday Pods?
    On-park accommodation
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  9 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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