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Rusty Boathouse

Visitor Rating
Rating
4.9
Holiday Provider
Sykes Cottages
Llanarth, Ceredigion
Sleeps up to 2
Hot Tub

What a rare and interesting accommodation we have here... This stylish lakeside glamping pod is the award-winning Rusty Boathouse and you'll find it in Llanarth, Ceredigion. A striking Welsh single-storey retreat that sits right on the water with panoramic waterfront views. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors really make the most of the setting. Watch purple sunsets from your deck or make friends with the curious alpacas that live nearby. With a private hot tub on your doorstep that completes this luxury escape!

The boathouse sits in some lovely peaceful countryside (the pics don't do it justice) where you'll spot all sorts of wildlife. You've also got the coast nearby where you might even spot the dolphins which appear there. There's also an excellent village pub just over a mile from your door.

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About Rusty Boathouse

What a rare and interesting accommodation we have here... This stylish lakeside glamping pod is the award-winning Rusty Boathouse and you'll find it in Llanarth, Ceredigion. A striking Welsh single-storey retreat that sits right on the water with panoramic waterfront views. Floor-to-ceiling glass doors really make the most of the setting. Watch purple sunsets from your deck or make friends with the curious alpacas that live nearby. With a private hot tub on your doorstep that completes this luxury escape!

The boathouse sits in some lovely peaceful countryside (the pics don't do it justice) where you'll spot all sorts of wildlife. You've also got the coast nearby where you might even spot the dolphins which appear there. There's also an excellent village pub just over a mile from your door.

Inside you'll find an open-plan layout with fully-equipped kitchen. The bedroom features a king-size bed with Smart TV. Complimentary robes and slippers await in the modern shower room. WiFi keeps you connected if needed. The kitchen comes stocked with various coffees and teas.

What can you do nearby? Visit sandy beaches (short drive). Explore the quaint Llanarth village (1.3 miles). Take country walks through the lush Welsh landscape or make use of the rowing boat!

Perfect for couples only looking for a quiet retreat away from it all and some brilliant luxury touches. Rusty Boathouse offers private jetty on the lake plus that fabulous hot tub. Check availability today.

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Need to Know

Lodge Facilities
  • Stylish lakeside glamping pod with private hot tub
  • Award-winning Welsh retreat in beautiful countryside
  • Panoramic water views from your accommodation
  • Curious alpacas visible from your pod
  • Private jetty extending onto the lake
  • Floor-to-ceiling glass doors for uninterrupted views
  • Ultra-private setting perfect for couples
  • Stunning sunset vistas across the water
  • Bird watching opportunities from your doorstep
  • Short drive to sandy beaches
  • Near dolphin spotting locations
  • Close to quaint village pub (1.3 miles)
  • Off-road parking for two cars
  • Complimentary robes and slippers provided
Accommodation features
  • Single-storey glamping pod
  • One king-size bedroom with Smart TV
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Open-plan kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Electric central heating throughout
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge
  • Smart TV and WiFi included
  • Fuel and power included in rent
  • Bed linen and towels included in rent
  • Enclosed decking area with private hot tub
  • Private jetty extending onto the lake
  • Variety of coffee and teas provided
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Shop and pub 1
  • 3 miles away
  • Check-in 3:00 pm / Check-out 10:00 am
  • No pets allowed
  • No smoking policy
  • Can be booked with other properties to sleep up to 6 guests

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4.7
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Visitor Rating
Rating
5
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  • Peaceful countryside setting
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Visitor Rating
Rating
4.8
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Rusty Boathouse Reviews

Daniel - Mar 2025
It was generally nice place however thought it was lacking a bit of maintenance. The outside lights werent working fully and the door to the toilet was broken at the hinge. There were also a few wood lice crawling around which indicates moisture although I dont expect there to be no insects or anything like that especially in the countryside!Also, although not important, it would have been nice to get some personal touches or welcome messages, even just a bottle of champagne or a box of chocolates. If these aspects were addressed, it would be 1010 as the place was easy to find with lots of parking and the overall layout of the place was pleasant.
Ellie - Feb 2025
Honestly such a lovely place would definitely recommend if your looking to get away with your partner
Scott - Jan 2025
Lovely owners, reassured us if we needed any help they were at arms reach. However no help was needed because the boathouse had everything we needed.
Paul - Dec 2024
Absolutely stunning, me and my partner stayed in the rusty boathouse on the 21st till 24th December. The 3 nights was too short so next time we will have to stay longer.. really enjoyed our stay , we looked up the other two accommodations the piglet and the tripod and these two also look amazing. Thinking maybe stay in one of those next time ,my partners idea as I said I want to stay in the rusty boathouse as the view of the lake to wake upto in the morning was amazing.. thank you and see you in the new year ..
Victoria - Nov 2024
We had a lovely stay at the rusty Boathouse. The main issues and recommendations we would have is that when we arrived at 4pm, the Boathouse was very,very cold and took a couple of hours to come up to temperature. I think consideration needs to be given during the winter months to have the property warm for guests arrivals.There is limited space for hanging clothes and no where to put other items of clothing ,so technically living out of suitcase for the week. There is also no where to hang outdoor coats.This didn't spoil our stay, but would recommend taking these into consideration for future guests.
Howard - Nov 2024
Everything about the property was 5 star, from the facilities, the little extras tea coffee etc, the hot tub, rain shower, comfy bed, the view over the large pond was fabulous when the electric blind went up remotely. We had superb sightings of a Red Kite and a Kingfisher from the comfort of our bed and also the 3 Alpacas for neighbours and a moorehen that came looking through the windows for breakfast every day. The owners were on always on hand if anything was needed but never intrusive. This place definitely had the WOW factor.
ie - Oct 2024
A fantastic property in a lovely location. Loved the wheelbarrow used for carrying luggage on the short walk to the boathouse. Although 3 properties, very well spread out so extremely private & quiet. Gorgeous views across the fields with several alpacas nearby. The boathouse itself had everything you could need. Very comfortable & great viewing due to the full length glass windows, which opened out onto a deck & small lake. Very central for getting around, Aberaeron & Newquay a short drive away. Highly recommend this property, the most relaxing few days had.
Alan - Oct 2024
Lovely place I would 100 go again
Cath - Aug 2024
W shave a brilliant week, we really needed it and it was worth every penny. Beautiful pod and the lake was amazing. Watching the bats at night from the tub was especially wonderful. Would definitely recommend this place.
Andrew - Aug 2024
An absolutely AMAZING stay at the rusty boathouse. Would 100 recommend to anyone and already looking at when we could return. The boathouse was modern, clean and had the most incredible views and facilities. Everything was easy to use and the owners were on hand for any questions or requests we had.
David - Aug 2024
Fabulous place to stay
Paul - Jul 2024
Amazing stay, we loved it. Beautiful setting thank you!
Christine - Jul 2024
What a stunning place . Loved it.
Denise - Jul 2024
Fab place but the oven could be doing with a deep clean.
Paul - Jun 2024
Luxury glamping and more. Relaxing beautiful stunning setting with views and bird song to help you unwind and switch off. Very private and secluded corner plot on the family farm. Dylan, friendly and approachable should you need to contact him as the owner. All your required kitchen accessories available, Nespresso coffee machine, comfy bed, lovely rain shower, bath robes, towels, outdoor seating and the hot tub all provided. It was a perfect few days honeymoon for us. Everything we hoped for and so much more. Just perfect.
Ellen - Jun 2024
The place was incredible for our mini honeymoon! We love the peace and quiet! The hot tub was lush. The pond with the boat was great fun! The local food was amazing. The moody cow would 100 recommend! Thank you so much. We will definitely be back!
Beverley - Apr 2024
A beautiful place to stay and Id come back. The scenery was beautiful and the birds that visited each day were spectacular. The hot tub was lovely, hot and clean and we enjoyed sitting out in the evening with a fire on the go.The owners were lovely when we met but they didnt bother us at all very kind. We loved the local places to visit and we totally recommend the moody cow with their delicious food at a very good price.
k - Mar 2024
An absolute stunning place
Olivia - Mar 2024
We stayed at the Rusty Boathouse for 3 nights to celebrate our MiniHoneymoon! Our stay was just perfect, we had everything we needed, the views were impeccable and the hot tub was just what we needed to relax. We loved waking up and sitting watching the wildlife in bed we sat and watched a red kite eating in the tree just amazing! We can recommend a day trip to New Quay for boat trips and dolphin spotting, we had a lovely meal at The Hive and a lovely breakfast at The Moody Cow. Thank you for a lovely stay we didnt want to come home!
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Attractions Near Rusty Boathouse

Here are some of the activities and experiences you can enjoy on your visit to Rusty Boathouse. If you discover a worthy inclusion to this list on your hot tub break, please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too.
Merlin Hill Centre - SA67 8BP
about 21 Miles
Merlin Hill Centre is a working dairy farm located deep in the Carmarthenshire countryside. Although not a petting farm the farm is still very family friendly with plenty of fun activities to keep children happy. The farm has a good sized play area and plenty of picnic tables as well as a Farmyard Heritage Centre where visitors can learn all about Welsh farm life and about the mystical Legend of Merlin. Get there early if you want to watch the cows being milked!
National Botanic Garden of Wales - SA32 8HN
about 24 Miles
When the weather is nice this attraction is perfect as you can wander around and admire the superb range of exotic trees and shrubs.  They look different at different times of the year but one of the most popular times to see them is in Autumn.  With various events throughout the year such as Apple Weekend there is always something new to experience.  You can watch a 90 second film about this attraction on their website which is excellent.
Dinefwr Park and Castle - SA19 6RT
about 24 Miles
Dinefwr Park and Castle is the perfect place to come if you like the great outdoors. These stunning ruins are one of the areas most iconic landmarks and are surrounded by breathtaking scenery and wildlife of all descriptions. There is also a 17th century mansion to explore with grand rooms and wonderful exhibits of paintings and tapestries. The gardens feature amazing floral displays and there is also a delightful Tea Room. Children can let of steam on the adventure playground.
Dyfi Discoveries - SY20 8TA
about 28 Miles
Dyfi Discoveries - These family friendly boat trips around the stunning Snowdonia National Park are ideal for sight seeing and wildlife watching. While enjoying the breathtaking scenery visitors can try to spot local marine life including Bottle Nose Dolphins and Leatherback Turtles. Trips are designed to be as interactive as possible and are suitable for children of all ages. Life jackets are provided and warm, waterproof clothing should be worn.
Folly Farm - SA68 0XA
about 33 Miles
Folly Farm in Pembrokeshire is an award winning Farm attraction, offering fun for the whole family come rain or shine. The main attractions are the Zoo, Farm and Petting Barn and there is also a huge Adventure Play Area and a small funfair with traditional rides. Priced at just £8.00 for adults and £7.00 for children it offers excellent value for money. There are several places to eat and drink including a licensed bar and a family friendly restaurant.
Dinosaur Park - SA67 8DE
about 37 Miles
The Dinosaur Park is located in Tenby and makes the perfect family day out.  Activities on offer include fossil hunting, Dino Crafts, Pat a Pet and the treasure hunt.  For both toddlers and older kids there's an indoor adventure playground, ideal when the weather is not on your side.  The high-tec activity centre is always popular with interactive fun and education.  New in 2010 is Hooplasaurus.  Check out their website for the latest admission prices and what's on when you plan to visit.
Celtic Quest Coaststeering - SA65 9PT
about 39 Miles
Celtic Quest Coaststeering offers a unique way for active families to spend the day. As long as children are over 8 and everyone is fit and well the whole family can enjoy a day of climbing, descending down mountains, cliff jumping and Island hopping. This adrenaline boosting day out is not for the fainthearted. A half day of Coaststeering cost just £39.00 per person.