“The Hawarden Estate has been in our family since it was habitable in the 1700s. The castle is still a family home, while the estate now houses lots of small and creative businesses. Our roots remain age-old but our outlook is completely contemporary. This Gardener’s House has been home to generations of Head Gardeners over the years and we love that guests can now be part of its history, too.” Owner, Tara
They love
“Opening up the doors in the morning and staying in bed with a cup of coffee, listening to the birdsong.”
We loved
Spending all our time outside – having breakfast in the garden, cooking dinner over the fire and relaxing in the wood-fired hot tub.
You may not love
The kitchen and bathroom are separate to the hut. Some nature classes are held in the Walled Garden, but are not disruptive. Sorry, no children.
Sustainability.
Eco-friendly products used. Recycling and composting as much waste as possible.
Surrounds.
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- Explore the estate with a foraging and wilderness walk. Don your wellies and accompany local expert Dave on a walk to discover edible fungi, learn the best foraged botanicals for G&Ts, and tune into all the bird song.
- Sweat it out in the wood-fired sauna. Is there a better way to warm up after a dip in the lake? Gaze out into the peaceful Walled Garden as you sizzle next to the stones – an all-round treat for body and mind.
- Unwind further with a massage or holistic facial at the Sakura Wellness Hub, a spa and complementary therapy centre on-site.
- The Glynne Arms has been at the heart of the estate for 200 years. Come for biodynamic and Welsh wines, craft ales, and delicious seasonal food. They can arrange fabulous private dining, too.
- Abseil down the side of the castle!
- Kayak the calm or white waters (your choice) of the River Dee.
- Further afield, visit the photogenic Point of Ayr Lighthouse at Talacre Beach. Now abandoned, the lighthouse used to guide ships into the Mersey Estuary and is said to be home to the ghost of a former keeper.
- Make a trip into nearby Chester and fill up on traditional Polish dumplings at Pierogi, an authentic but tiny restaurant where diners are invited to gather round sturdy wooden tables and watch the dumplings being hand-prepared as they wait.
- Enjoy hearty pub fare or a roast dinner with the trimmings at The Red Lion, Penyffordd.
Details.
- Custom-made hut in the 2-acre Walled Garden of an estate
- Double bed
- Separate shower bathroom (50m away from hut); body wash, soap and bathrobes provided
- Well-equipped outdoor kitchen including gas BBQ and hob, Aeropress coffee machine, fridge, pizza oven and Big Green Egg; basics provided
- Local food hampers and private dining available on request
- Record player, records, books and board games
- WiFi and phone reception
- Firepit (unlimited firewood provided)
- Parking
- Sorry, no children
- Dog-friendly! (Not on the bed or furniture please)
- The owners are available by WhatsApp
- Walk to on-site farm shop, village shops and pub (10-15 mins)
- Wellness classes and foraging sessions can be arranged
- Booking conditions: 1-night minimum stay during the week; 2 night minimum over weekends, no check ins on Sunday
- Remember to pack: wellies/walking shoes, extra firelighters, charcoal for outdoor cooking, sliders for night time trips to the loo
30% deposit, with the balance due 8 weeks prior to stay.
Cancellations: 8+ weeks prior to stay: deposit refunded, minus a £30 processing fee.
6-8 weeks prior to stay: deposit retained, 70% balance refunded, minus a £30 processing fee.
4-6 weeks prior to stay: 50% of the total booking fee retained, 50% refunded, minus a £30 processing fee.
No refunds if booking cancelled within 4 weeks of stay.
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