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‘The miracle is not to walk on water. The miracle is to walk on the green earth, dwelling deeply in the present moment and feeling deeply alive’
Thich Nhat Hanh
Love for the land and its inhabitants is at the heart of everything we do at Velindre House so we want to ease guests into a deeper sense of connectedness with nature, whilst providing them with the space and comfort that promotes creativity, celebration and deep relaxation.
Facilities, Spaces & Services
In the house you’ll find five bedrooms with thirteen separate beds, plus an all-weather heated shepherd’s hut. There are three to four reception rooms for gathering, and a dining conservatory that seats up to twenty-eight.
Movement spaces include a nine-metre yoga yurt accommodating up to sixteen people at full stretch (more for music, dance, and ceremony), with mats and blocks supplied.
Indoors, there’s space for around fourteen yoga mats for practice, music or ceremony.
A well-tuned piano and a selection of instruments and percussion are available for guests to use.
For heat and cold therapy, there’s a wood-fired group sauna seating seven with its own outdoor shower, plus a full outdoor bathroom with a glass roof and power shower, and two compost loos.
On the lake, two kayaks and two inflatable boats are available to reach the island and explore.
Services: Our qualified on-site masseur is available, and we can organise boat trips, guided hikes, foraging walks, yoga and sound baths, as well as cooking and craft sessions.
Catering: you’re welcome to self-cater, or we can provide special feasts and tailored packages to suit your requirements and budget.
Gather, Awaken, Create.
Velindre House hosts all manner of gatherings, including singing workshops, wellness retreats, hand fasting, memorial weekends, special birthdays, wholesome hen and stag dos, feasting and foraging, yoga, dance, creative writing and spiritual journeying. We are proud to host regular women’s retreats with some amazing practitioners which are amongst our most joyful and transformative events.
Speak to us about your ideas for your groups and we will throw ourselves into bringing your dreams to fruition. All weekend bookings are a minimum of three days from April to October
The House and Grounds
Velindre House is a uniquely lovely eighteenth-century country villa designed by the preeminent Georgian architect John Nash, the architect of Buckingham Palace and Brighton Pavilion. Its three grand reception rooms have a rich sense of history, calm and space but are also supremely comfortable. The communal areas are enhanced by huge sofas, antique furniture, traditional Welsh and Moroccan textiles, eclectic art, and are warmed by a log burner and a classic Aga.
Turn into the long, hidden driveway from the quaint village high street where you’ll find a bus stop, health food shop, mini supermarket, and a superb village pub, and you are transported to a wonderfully secluded, deep-green world.
The lush and private five acres of encircling grounds are bordered by two swimmable rivers. Though carefully curated in parts, they are otherwise kept deliberately wild, providing a haven for the rare flora and fauna that abound in this unspoilt corner of West Wales. Our residents include otters, herons, songbirds, owls, waterfowl, foxes, bats, badgers, and stoats. The forested backdrop, rising above the lake, is home to hawks, incredible fungi, butterflies, bees, and wild fruit trees. The flower and kitchen gardens are organically planted and managed, offering the finest blooms and produce for our events.
We can host up to eighteen guests in the winter and twenty-eight in the summer. Several unique, hand-built structures are dotted around the grounds, each with real beds, power, lighting, and their own fire pits, accompanied by two outdoor bathrooms.
Food
Our Food Philosophy
Good food is central to our mission. Whether simple or elaborate, we believe communal cooking and the sharing of meals is crucial to the success of any gathering. Our sister company, The Barefoot Gourmet, creates celebratory seasonal feasts of two to five courses, using organic, locally sourced produce alongside specially selected ingredients from around the world. Much of our food is grown here at Velindre House, and we work closely with sustainable local suppliers. With a one-hundred-percent record of five-star reviews for both our cooking and our pricing, we proudly cater to all dietary requirements and tastes. Our feasts are always generous-we don’t do small.
Facilities for Cooking & Dining
Velindre House has two kitchens: one large, and a smaller one exclusively for guests. Facilities include two ovens, induction hobs, four fire pits, two large barbecues, huge pots and pans, and a full range of tableware. We provide both indoor and outdoor dining equipment for up to thirty-six people, everyday glassware, specialist cocktail supplies, an outdoor bar, and a catering tent.
Retreats
Accommodation & Spaces
The house offers five bedrooms with thirteen separate beds, along with an all-weather heated shepherd’s hut. There are three to four reception rooms for gathering, plus a dining conservatory with seating for twenty-eight.
Wellness & Relaxation
A wood-fired group sauna, seating up to seven, comes with its own outdoor shower. For yoga, there is a nine-metre yurt that can host up to sixteen people in full stretch, more for music, dance, and ceremony, with a supply of mats and blocks. Indoors, a dedicated space accommodates up to fourteen mats, ideal for yoga, music, or ceremony.
Music & Creativity
Guests are welcome to use the excellent piano as well as a variety of instruments and percussion available on site.
Facilities
The grounds include a full outdoor bathroom with a glass roof and power shower, plus two compost loos. Two kayaks and two inflatable boats are available for exploring the lake and reaching the island.
Services
We have a qualified on-site masseur and can arrange boat trips, guided hikes, foraging walks, yoga sessions, sound baths, cooking experiences, and craft workshops. Guests are welcome to provide their own food and catering, but we can also offer special feasts and bespoke packages tailored to your requirements and budget.
What Our Guests Say
Learn what makes Velindre House so special, in our guests' own words.
Truly special.
We were absolutely blown away by how beautiful the house and grounds are. We had such a lovely day in the sauna with occasional breaks to dip in the stream and have a little paddle in the canoes. The house has so many bedrooms and social space. As a large party of 16, we had plenty of room for meals, social hangs, and dancing. The hosts are really lovely and welcoming - thank you so much xxxx
Perfect for special gatherings.
I stayed with 13 others at Sarah’s house for a hen weekend. The house and garden were incredible! Sarah was a fantastic host - very friendly, responsive, and keen for us to have a great time. We also enjoyed her catering one evening which was delicious. Ceredigion is a beautiful part of the world, and none of us wanted to leave. I hope to visit again one day. Thank you so much Sarah.
Exquisite and unforgettable.
We had the most wholesome and fun trip away at Sarah’s place. From even before arrival, she made sure our stay was perfect - and she delivered! There were 17 of us, and the house still felt spacious. We opted for a banquet on New Year’s Eve provided by Sarah, which was superb. I couldn’t recommend it highly enough - 10/10.
Sustainable, stunning, and spacious.
We have stayed at this property for 3 years now! I couldn't recommend it more. We've stayed with up to 20 guests in the past. The house itself is stunning, with loads of room and a real focus on sustainability. The area is beautiful and helps you truly unwind from busy life. The host is amazing and makes sure your stay is perfect.
A magical family escape.
We had an amazing stay at Sarah’s home for a family get-together to celebrate my husband’s 80th birthday. The venue is a wonderfully unique place for a multi-generational gathering. You can relax in the beautiful garden, take a sauna, or row on the lake. Sarah’s gourmet meal was absolutely delicious and she made us feel so at home. We’ve made lovely memories that will last forever.
Beyond expectations.
We chose Sarah’s beautiful home for our friend’s hen do, and we’re so glad we did! The house is stunning, full of charm, and the garden is amazing. Sarah greeted us with cocktails and even baked a delicious cake. The feast she and Fiona cooked was incredible - homemade gluten-free naan included! We all agreed we’d love to come back again in the summer.
Magical and exquisite.
Magical - the house, the gardens, the atmosphere - all exquisite. Everywhere you look there is something beautiful, from the artfully curated interiors to the lush produce and flora in the grounds. It’s the kind of place that feeds your soul. We didn’t want to leave.
Unforgettable weekend.
Wow! What an incredible Airbnb. Sarah made us feel truly welcome from the second we arrived. Thirteen of us stayed here for a hen do and had the most magical time. A perfect setup for family and friend gatherings - the food was the highlight of the whole trip. Highly recommend. Thank you Sarah x
An exquisite location of deep green nature.
An exquisite location of deep green nature - a pond to swim in to freshen the soul, rustic outbuildings, and a darkly wooded, historic, homely house, all of which you could walk around for days and still notice something previously unseen. My daughter’s wedding here was more than special; every detail was perfect and the host went above and beyond.
Peaceful, creative, and inspiring.
Velindre House was one of the most magnificent and magical places. For a group of photographers, we couldn’t have felt more at home, peaceful, and inspired. Sarah and her partner were so welcoming and we loved every single moment of staying. I miss it to pieces. Highly recommend xx
Transport
Getting Here
Velindre House is located just one hour forty minutes from Cardiff, 2.5 hours from Bristol, 3 hours from Birmingham, and 4.5 hours from London.
By Air & Rail
The nearest airports are Cardiff and Bristol. The closest train station is Carmarthen, with direct services from Cardiff, London, Bristol, Birmingham, and the North.
By Bus
From Carmarthen train station, the 460 bus to Cardigan runs hourly and takes around 50 minutes, stopping right at our door.
By Taxi
We can arrange taxis and shared people carriers with local, reliable drivers. A recommended option is Glenn Taxi (+44 7368 980105), offering excellent service for up to six passengers.
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