Aelwen is a safari-style lodge in rural Carmarthenshire, West Wales, sitting less than 2 miles from Newcastle Emlyn in the Teifi Valley. Heavy-duty canvas walls, original beams and wood panelling give this elevated glamping spot a genuine safari aesthetic that sets it apart from a standard holiday let.
The Teifi Valley surrounds you with long-distance walking trails, waterfalls and beaches less than 8 miles away. Cardigan is 9. 5 miles out a well-regarded foodie destination packed with pubs and eateries. Dolphin spotting, clifftop walks and the Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire Coast Paths are all within reach.
Aelwen sleeps 6 across three bedrooms. The cabin double sits at the centre of the room, accessed by a step ladder.
Aelwen is a safari-style lodge in rural Carmarthenshire, West Wales, sitting less than 2 miles from Newcastle Emlyn in the Teifi Valley. Heavy-duty canvas walls, original beams and wood panelling give this elevated glamping spot a genuine safari aesthetic that sets it apart from a standard holiday let.
The Teifi Valley surrounds you with long-distance walking trails, waterfalls and beaches less than 8 miles away. Cardigan is 9.5 miles out a well-regarded foodie destination packed with pubs and eateries. Dolphin spotting, clifftop walks and the Ceredigion and Pembrokeshire Coast Paths are all within reach.
Aelwen sleeps 6 across three bedrooms. The cabin double sits at the centre of the room, accessed by a step ladder. There's also a king-size bedroom and a twin room. One fully plumbed bathroom with a spacious shower and luxury toiletries serves the lodge.
On site you'll find a café, bar, children's playground and honesty shop. The wood-fired hot tub on your private decking is a real highlight. EV charging is available on site.
Aelwen is ideal for families wanting something genuinely different. Three bedrooms, a wood-burning stove, private BBQ terrace and that hot tub make it a memorable stay.
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Soak in the private wood-fired hot tub on your own decking with valley views all around you. Note an additional cost applies.
The cabin double sits at the heart of the lodge and is accessed by a step ladder kids and adults both love it.
The open-plan living space centres around a wood-burning stove. First 5 bags of logs are included and more are available on site.
No need to drive anywhere for your first drink. The site has its own café, bar and an honesty shop right on your doorstep.
Eat outside on the rattan dining set, fire up the BBQ and use the private terrace for stargazing on clear West Wales nights.
Canvas walls, wood panelling and original beams create a genuine safari feel. This is glamping done properly in rural Carmarthenshire.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
Aelwen is located near Newcastle Emlyn in the Teifi Valley, Carmarthenshire, with a postcode of SA38 9PA. Follow your sat nav to the site and you'll find allocated parking on arrival plus access to a large on-site car park. Electric vehicle charging is available on site.
The nearest railway station is Carmarthen, approximately 18 miles away, from where you can take a taxi or hire a car to reach the lodge. Public transport options in this rural part of West Wales are limited so a car is strongly recommended for your stay.
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Located On site from your accommodation.
Postcode: SA38 9PA
Located Less than 2 miles from your accommodation.
Postcode: SA38 9AP
Located 9.5 miles from your accommodation.
Postcode: SA43 1JH
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