Guidfa House, Llandrindod Wells, Powys

In picturesque gardens, this charming Georgian house is in the village of Crossgates, just north of Llandrindod Wells.

Bright and spacious bedrooms are individually furnished and include a ground-floor room. All rooms have comfy beds, huge fluffy bath towels, soft bathrobes and quality toiletries.

Trained Cordon Bleu chef Anne prepares modern and traditional dishes that use fresh, local ingredients. The wine list has some new and interesting new choices for 2009.

Dinner is available Wednesday to Saturday (if reserved at least 24 hours in advance). A selection of soups, freshly baked bread and cold platters is available on other nights.

Discover this beautiful part of Wales with Guidfa House.

Set in the heart of Wales, Guidfa House is an excellent base for touring the wonderful local countryside which includes Elan Valley, the Radnor and Hafron Forests, the Brecon Beacons and Welsh Borderlands.

Walkers and bird watchers alike will find plenty to interest them, including the local RSPB Red Kite feeding station. Cycle hire or pony trekking can easily be arranged together with hang-gliding or rally driving courses.

For those who prefer a more relaxed holiday, there are many scenic drives and places of interest within reach such as Powys Castle, Hergest Croft Gardens or the unique town of Hay on Wye with its host of antique book shops.

Double and twin rooms are all en suite with central heating, a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Thoughtful extras are also standard throughout. There is a ground floor room for less active guests. For your added comfort, Guidfa House is non-smoking.