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Beacons Bluff Escapes

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Erwood, Builth Wells, Powys, Wales

Glamping pods with views of the lake where guests can swim and kayak
Beacons Bluff Escapes glamping pods with lakeside views
Interior of a glamping pod with a double bed, futon bed, kitchen and ensuite
Beacons Bluff Escapes glamping pods with private wood-fired hot tubs
Glamping pods with privacy fencing, fire pits and picnic benches
Glamping pods with privacy fencing, fire pits and picnic benches
Glamping pod with outdoor lighting and double doors
Glamping pod with a private wood-fired hot tub, picnic bench and fire pit
Glamping pod with a private wood-fired hot tub
Glamping pod interior with a double bed, kitchen area and ensuite bathroom
Glamping pod interior with a dining table for four and TV
Glamping pod double bed in an alcove area
Glamping pod sofa bed with views of the lake and countryside
Glamping pod sofa bed made up
Glamping pod equipped kitchen with a microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle and sink
Glamping pod equipped kitchen and door to the ensuite bathroom
Glamping pod ensuite bathroom with a toilet, shower, sink and towel rail
Glamping pod ensuite bathroom with a toilet, shower, sink and towel rail
Communal sheltered area with seating, games and a pizza oven
Communal sheltered area with a pizza oven
Communal sheltered area with a pizza oven
Fresh homemade pizzas from the pizza oven
Football goals outside of the pods
Onsite lake with free canoes to borrow
Onsite lake with free canoes and life jackets to borrow
Onsite lake with free canoes and life jackets to borrow
Onsite lake with free canoes and life jackets to borrow
Private wood-fired hot tubs with room for the family
Private wood-fired hot tubs with sunset views
Private fire pits for marshmallow toasting
Glamping pods at dusk with outdoor lighting
Glamping pods at dusk with outdoor lighting, fire pits and picnic benches
A 20 minute drive from Hay-on-Wye
A 20 minute drive from Hay-on-Wye
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Enjoy the great outdoors at Beacons Bluff Escapes, located in the scenic Powys countryside, within 20 minutes of the Brecon Beacons, Hay-on-Wye and Builth Wells. Stay in a cosy glamping pod, each with a double bed, sofa bed, equipped kitchen, ensuite bathroom, WiFi, TV and fire pit. All are dog friendly, and some have hot tubs too. The onsite lake allows wild swimming, with kayaks to borrow, plus a communal barn for games with a pizza oven too!

Why choose Beacons Bluff Escapes

Runner up of Best Glamping Site Mid Wales in our 2024 Camping and Glamping Awards

Surrounded by countryside, within 20 minutes of the Brecon Beacons, Hay-on-Wye and Builth Wells

Cosy ensuite glamping pods with kitchens, heating, TVs and fire pits, some with hot tubs too!

Lake for wild swimming with kayaks to borrow, plus a communal barn with games and a pizza oven

About the site

Tucked away in the peaceful countryside, this friendly site sits close to the Wales/England border. It's a great base for exploring, with the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog), Hay-on-Wye, and Builth Wells all within a 20 minute drive. There are six cosy glamping pods, each sleeping up to four people. Inside, you'll find a double bed and a sofa bed, with bedding provided, making them ideal for couples, friends, and families. Each pod comes with its own kitchen, including a hob, fridge, toaster, kettle, toastie maker, sink, and all of the essential cutlery, pots, pans and crockery. You'll also have a dining area for eating indoors. Extra touches include heating, a fan, free WiFi, and a TV. Every pod has its own ensuite bathroom with a shower, toilet, heated towel rail, and towels included, so no need to bring your own. Outdoors, you will find a seating area and a fire pit/BBQ for cooking or keeping warm in the evenings. Three pods also have their very own wood-fired hot tub, whilst the other three don't, so you can choose whichever suits you best. The site also has a lake, where guests are welcome to go wild swimming or borrow a kayak and lifejacket for a paddle. A communal barn is open for all, with games, seating, and even a pizza oven for social evenings. All pods are dog friendly, with up to two dogs welcome in each, and plenty of countryside walks right on your doorstep.

"The views are outstanding"

Nitasha B

"The cleanliness was second to none"

Lyndon H

"Lovely lake view which you can enjoy from bed with a cuppa"

Jennifer F

"We had a superb glamping experience in this lovely, cosy pod surrounded by beautiful nature"

Damith W

"I would be insane not to return here, it is idyllic, both in setting and the warmth of the hosts"

Michelle S

"Emma was the loveliest host you could possibly imagine"

Lucy C

"Kids loved swimming and kayaking in the lake"

Amanda S

Beacons Bluff Escapes is open all year round in 2025 and from 01/01 to 05/01 in 2026.

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Facilities and amenities

Accessible facilities

Allow commercial vans

Allow pets on site

Café / restaurant / takeaway

Drinking water

Family friendly

Shop

Showers

Toilets

W.C. disposal

WiFi

Communal BBQ

EV charging

Fires allowed

Fridge

(Private, in glamping unit)

Glamping

Hot tubs

Open year round

Peaceful

Watersports

Each glamping pod has private ensuite and kitchen facilities. Free WiFi is available, and a baby bath can be supplied by the owners on request. Firewood is available for purchase too.

In the onsite lake, guests are welcome to go wild swimming, and there are kayaks and lifejackets which are free to borrow. There is a sheltered communal barn with games, seating and a shared pizza oven as well as a drying room for outdoor equipment, towels and wet suits etc.

For local amenities, Hay-on-Wye and Builth Wells are within a 20 minute drive, both with a range of shops, pubs, and restaurants. The Wheelwright Arms is also a ten minute drive away.

Great for everyone

Luxury pods for couples, families and dogs. Swim or kayak on the lake, then unwind in the barn with games and a wood-fired pizza oven!

A note from the site themselves...

Beacons Bluff Escapes is a vision that started way back in 2016. We developed the site because the view is heart-warming and peaceful, with so much wildlife to see. It was selfish to keep this little piece of heaven to ourselves.

A guest asked us once, "Does that view ever get boring?" The answer was simple, "No, it doesn't". You can watch the skies change with the weather, the colours change with the seasons, and the wildlife just appear and then disappear just as quickly. If you sit for a while and listen, you will hear so many different animal sounds.

With little to no light pollution, the night sky is just as glorious if the clouds play fair. The Perseid Meteor Showers in August are a particular favourite.

Our aim is to create a relaxing space for all our guests so they can switch off and unwind after a busy day exploring this beautiful part of Wales. We hope to welcome you soon, Emma and Andrew

Beacons Bluff Escapes is ideal for...

Couples
Older children (13+)
Peace and quiet
Young children

There are 6 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

Interior of a glamping pod with a double bed, futon bed, kitchen and ensuite
Glamping pod with outdoor lighting and double doors
Glamping pod interior with a double bed, kitchen area and ensuite bathroom
Glamping pod interior with a dining table for four and TV
Glamping pod double bed in an alcove area
Glamping pod sofa bed with views of the lake and countryside
Glamping pod sofa bed made up
Glamping pod equipped kitchen with a microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle and sink
Glamping pod equipped kitchen and door to the ensuite bathroom
Glamping pod ensuite bathroom with a toilet, shower, sink and towel rail
Glamping pod ensuite bathroom with a toilet, shower, sink and towel rail

3 x Ensuite Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly)

Max 4 people

Pods with a double bed, sofa bed and bedding. Equipped kitchen with a hob, kettle, toaster, fridge and sink. Includes a TV, WiFi, heating and a dining area. Ensuite toilet, shower and towels. Outdoor seating and fire pit/BBQ. Dogs welcome.

Beacons Bluff Escapes glamping pods with private wood-fired hot tubs
Glamping pod with a private wood-fired hot tub
Interior of a glamping pod with a double bed, futon bed, kitchen and ensuite
Glamping pod interior with a double bed, kitchen area and ensuite bathroom
Glamping pod interior with a dining table for four and TV
Glamping pod double bed in an alcove area
Glamping pod sofa bed with views of the lake and countryside
Glamping pod sofa bed made up
Glamping pod equipped kitchen with a microwave, fridge, toaster, kettle and sink
Glamping pod equipped kitchen and door to the ensuite bathroom
Glamping pod ensuite bathroom with a toilet, shower, sink and towel rail
Glamping pod ensuite bathroom with a toilet, shower, sink and towel rail

3 x Ensuite Glamping Pods with Wood-Fired Hot Tubs (Dog Friendly)

Max 4 people

Pods with a double bed, sofa bed and bedding. Equipped kitchen with a hob, kettle, toaster, fridge and sink. Includes a TV, WiFi, heating and a dining area. Ensuite toilet, shower and towels. Outdoor seating, fire pit/BBQ and hot tub. Dog friendly.

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Camping Pod - Ensuite Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly)Nov 2024

Amazing time. I had an amazing birthday weekend at Wigwam holidays in Builth Wells. The pod was amazing, so clean and tidy. Emma was amazing and so friendly, always willing to help. The view from the pod was breathtaking, I would definitely recommend this site to everyone. Thank you Emma for an amazing time.

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Camping Pod - Deluxe Ensuite Glamping Pod with Optional Hot TubSep 2024

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

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Guy L

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Camping Pod - Ensuite Glamping Pods (Dog Friendly)Aug 2024

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.

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Site rules

You can check-in at Beacons Bluff Escape from 3pm until 10pm. Please let the site know if you are going to arrive late. Departure is before 10:30am on weekdays and 11am on the weekend.
Guests will receive an email from Beacons Bluff Escapes on the day of arrival with directions from the main road, the location, and the pod name. Your name will be on the welcome board at the back of the pod where you can park. If you do not use an email, please call the site in advance so they can give you this information. Check-in is contact-free, and you will find your key in the door of your pod. When checking out, please leave the pod in a fair and good condition. Recycling and rubbish must be sorted into the appropriate bins outside each pod. Food recycling can be left with the lid on and will be collected as soon as possible. The fridge must be cleared, washing up done, and if you have any outstanding balances for extras, these must be settled before leaving. Card payments are accepted. Please leave the key in the door of the pod before your departure.
Yes, up to two dogs are welcome in each pet friendly pod at Beacons Bluff Escape. The site also asks that dogs not be left alone. If you wish to bring another pet that isn't a dog, please ask the site before arriving.
Yes, each pod at Beacons Bluff Escape has a fire pit and BBQ. Please only use those supplied by the site owners.
Yes, Beacons Bluff Escape allows group bookings if all six cabins are booked by the same group. The maximum number of people is 24, including children, but for adults only, it is two per cabin (12 overall).
Yes, Beacons Bluff Escapes operates a quiet policy after 10pm.
Day visitors are only allowed at Beacons Bluff Escapes after discussion with the site owners. If visitors are staying for more than an hour and a half, a £10 facilities charge will be applied per visitor. No more than two visitors are permitted at any time, and they are not to use the facilities, such as the lake or hot tubs, unless they pay the additional fee. If they wish to stay and there is room to accommodate in your pod, a person fee of £35 per person per night will be charged.
Yes, children are welcome to join your stay at Beacons Bluff Escapes.

Pitches

Yes, there is parking for one vehicle by each pod at Beacons Bluff Escape. Additional parking is available at a cost for extra vehicles.
Yes, Beacons Bluff Escape provides bedding and towels in the pods.

Facilities

Yes, each pod at Beacons Bluff Escape has free WiFi.
Each pod at Beacons Bluff Escape has a kitchen equipped with a two ring burner and an electric induction hob. There is also a fridge with a small freezer component, a microwave, a toaster, a George Foreman grill, and a kettle. You will find utensils, a frying pan, a saucepan, a bottle opener and other essentials to help you cook during your stay. A cafetiere is provided with complimentary locally roasted "Black Mountain Coffee" and Welsh brew tea. For large groups, a pizza oven and communal BBQ are available.
No, Beacons Bluff Escapes does not have a shop, but there is a Morrisons and a Co-op food 20 minutes away by car for picking up essentials.
No, Beacons Bluff Escapes does not have a restaurant or cafe, but the Wheelwright Arms is a ten minute drive away, serving food and drinks.
Yes, Beacons Bluff Escapes does have an electric vehicle charger. Price per kWh varies. There is also an InstaVolt Charging Station 20 minutes away by car.
Yes, Beacons Bluff Escapes pods have a fridge in the kitchen.
Yes, guests may swim in the lake at Beacons Bluff Escapes.

Getting there

Builth Road train station is a 20 minute drive from Beacons Bluff Escapes.
Talgarth Taxis (07894 458400), Brecon Taxis (01874 623444), and Wood's Taxis (01982 552709) are local services to Beacons Bluff Escapes.

What's nearby

Wheelwright Arms and The Seven Stars Inn are a ten minute drive from Beacons Bluff Escapes. The Blue Boar and Three Tuns are a 20 minute drive away, serving food and drink.
The Begwns is a 15 minute drive from Beacons Bluff Escapes with dog friendly tracks. Pwll y Wrach Nature Reserve can be reached within a 25 minute drive, and Llandrindod Lake is half an hour away.

Other

Yes, Beacons Bluff Escapes is open all year round.

Things to do on site and in the Builth Wells area

Just 15 minutes away is Builth Wells, a traditional market town on the River Wye. It's well known for the Royal Welsh Show, but also has plenty of small shops, cafés, and riverside walks to enjoy.

Hay-on-Wye is around 20 minutes from the site, known as the world-famous "town of books." Wander through its many bookshops, stop at a cosy tea room, or visit during the Hay Festival, which draws visitors from around the world.

For more shops, culture, and history, the town of Brecon is just a 25 minute drive away. At the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, it's a great spot for walking, browsing local markets, or visiting Brecon Cathedral. You can also explore the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, which winds through beautiful scenery.

If you're looking for breathtaking landscapes, make time for a trip to the Elan Valley, around 45 minutes from the site. With its dramatic dams, reservoirs, and walking trails, it's a paradise for outdoor lovers. Whether you want a gentle stroll, a cycle ride, or a chance to spot wildlife, the views here are unforgettable.

Other attractions nearby:

  • Black Mountain Adventure (15 minutes)
  • Llangorse Multi Activity Centre (30 minutes)
  • Water Break-Its-Neck (35 minutes)
  • Penderyn Distillery (50 minutes)
  • Fforest Fawr Geopark (50 minutes)
The listing for Beacons Bluff Escapes was last updated on October 3rd, 2025 at 10:12 AM

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