Overview

We spent a week at Hafan y Mynydd, a fully wheelchair accessible shepherd's hut, set in the most beautiful Welsh countryside.

Transport & Parking

There is parking right outside the hut. The surface is compacted slate, and I was able to transfer into my wheelchair with no problems. There is a decking ramp up to the hut; this was manageable independently. The farm is a few miles out of town and remote, so a car is probably needed. There is a gate onto the site, which it would be easier for an able bodied person to open/close, but the owners are extremely helpful and are keen to problem solve any individual issues of this type. There is a train station in Machynlleth and Mach Taxis were seen around town, but I have no experience of either.

Access

Decking ramp from car to hut. Level access inside.

Toilets

The toilet was a Bio Bidet (can clean the user after use, but also be used as a regular loo), with horizontal grab rails either side. Lots of space to manoeuvre. There was a level access shower with a fold down seat and grab rails; a shower chair was available if needed.

Staff

Pippa manages the glamping and was extremely helpful to make sure that everything was perfect before the stay. She came to check in on us, and then was at the end of the phone in case of any issues (but there weren't any!)

Anything else you wish to tell us?

This was the best holiday that I have had as a full time wheelchair user. It is set in the heart of the Welsh countryside with the most beautiful view to the front. It gave the feel of escaping the world through camping, but with the security of a profile bed, heating, appropriate toileting/showering facilities, kitchen facilities and rise/recline armchairs! It was so peaceful, no cars going past, no aeroplanes... just the natural sounds of the cows, sheep, pigs and birds. I slept like a baby. We will definitely be back. P.S. We don't have a dog, but dogs are also welcome.

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