The Lake

César award in 1992

A 19th-century hunting and fishing lodge in 'peaceful' surroundings by the River Irfon, this half-timbered building is today a country house and spa retreat offering 'good walks' through woodland and in the countryside. 'The welcoming, friendly staff are highly efficient, the rooms fabulously comfortable,' says one visitor (a Guide hotelier) this year. Bedrooms in the main house are decorated in country house style with rich fabrics and wallpaper; suites in the lodge have a more contemporary decor and an open-plan sitting room. The lounges, with antiques and paintings, have lots of seating on large sofas and armchairs; but a visitor commented on a 'tired' decor. The restaurant serves a daily-changing menu of modern Celtic dishes, eg, ham hock, spring pea and broad bean salad; pavé of sewin, Provençal vegetables, chicory and tomato syrup. There is 'good selection of wines at sensible prices'. Service at mealtimes 'can be slow, making it awkward for small children'. A guest visiting over the holidays found 'Christmas celebrations muted, which we liked'. 'The walk around the lake and down the river is wonderful.' (SK, Annabel Thomas)

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The Lake, Llangammarch Wells Special Offer

We welcome you to join us for a traditional country house party. Enjoy gourmet meals by candle light, the beautiful Welsh countryside and of course good company in a relaxed informal atmosphere. The Lake  prides its self on making the perfect holiday, a relaxed and joyful affair. Friendly service, fine wines and luxurious bedrooms all contribute to our country house festival.  Garden rooms from £500 for two people for two nights, Junior Suites  from £560.

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  • The staff are always very welcoming, the rooms are fabulously comfortable, and if possible they will upgrade you. The food is generally very good and the service highly efficient whilst still remaining friendly. The situation is beautiful and walk round the lake and down along the river is a gem.

    Annabel Thomas, 02/03/2012

  • We enjoyed it. Good food. Nice rooms. We had some long walks.

    Andrey & Sara Kidel, 17/01/2012

  • We have stayed here about 12 times over the past four years. Consistently good. Fabulous setting in lovely grounds with great walks around the lake, along the riverside and through the woods. Small nine-hole golf course which is fun, plus tennis, crouquet and fishing. Spa with a hot tub overlooking the lake, and lovely treatments. Good food and friendly, efficient staff. Comfortable rooms - a lot of which have been refurbished recently to a very high standard.

    AV, 30/05/2010

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The Lake, Llangammarch Wells Special Offer

We welcome you to join us for a traditional country house party. Enjoy gourmet meals by candle light, the beautiful Welsh countryside and of course good company in a relaxed informal atmosphere. The Lake  prides its self on making the perfect holiday, a relaxed and joyful affair. Friendly service, fine wines and luxurious bedrooms all contribute to our country house festival.  Garden rooms from £500 for two people for two nights, Junior Suites  from £560.

To benefit from this offer, please mention The Good Hotel Guide.

Local attractions

Powis Castle
This castle was originally built in the 12th century, and now has well-established gardens and parklands surrounding it.
Attingham Park
A mansion house with an atmospheric dining room set for an evening banquet, reflecting the Regency splendour of the original occupants.

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Discount Vouchers

This hotel accepts the following discount vouchers:

  • Book vouchers

    This hotel accepts discount vouchers which entitle readers to a 25% discount off their normal B&B rate for a single night's stay. Each printed copy of the Guide contains six vouchers worth in total about £150. BUY THE GUIDE

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The Lake, Llangammarch Wells Special Offer

We welcome you to join us for a traditional country house party. Enjoy gourmet meals by candle light, the beautiful Welsh countryside and of course good company in a relaxed informal atmosphere. The Lake  prides its self on making the perfect holiday, a relaxed and joyful affair. Friendly service, fine wines and luxurious bedrooms all contribute to our country house festival.  Garden rooms from £500 for two people for two nights, Junior Suites  from £560.

To benefit from this offer, please mention The Good Hotel Guide.

Contact Details

The Lake

LLANGAMMARCH WELLS Powys Wales LD4 4BS

Telephone

01591 620202

Website

www.lakecountryhouse.co.uk

Further Information

Bedrooms

31, 12 suites in adjacent lodge, 6 on ground floor, 1 suitable for disabled.

Open

all year.

Facilities

ramps, 3 lounges, orangery, restaurant, spa (20-metre swimming pool), civil wedding licence, 50-acre grounds. Tennis, par 3, nine hole golf course putting green and croquet lawn.

Background music

none.

Children

all ages welcomed. Restrictions apply at the hotel and spa.

Dogs

allowed.

Credit cards

all major cards.

Prices

[2012] B&B £97.50-£122.50 per person, D,B&B £122.50-£155, set dinner £38.50, special breaks on website, Christmas/New Year packages.

GHG voucher offer

Buy the guide and claim 25% off B&B rates on certain dates