Places to visit in the area...
BBC Webguide for general information on Machynlleth.
Fascinating local information, history, myths, pictures and links for Machynlleth and Dyfi Valley . It even takes you to a site where you can build your own Machynlleth clock tower from cardboard!
The Tabernacle Museum of Modern Art in Machynlleth - exhibitions and events, including details of the summer music festival.
Five minutes up the A487 you'll find King Arthur's Labyrinth where your underground adventure begins deep inside the spectacular caverns of the Labyrinth and far into the past. A fascinating journey of discovery of Welsh myths and history unfolds as you explore the tunnels and caverns.
On the same site Corris Craft Centre offers a wide range of unique Celtic and contemporary craftwork, including jewellery, leatherwork, pottery, rustic furniture and turned wood. There is also a café and children's play area on site. A further exhibition - the Bards' Quest leads you on a trail through more Welsh legends and stories.
Within spitting distance (if you're a giant!) of our tipis lies the spectacular mountain Cadair Idris . Beware! Legend has it that if you spend a night upon the mountain you'll come down either mad or a poet!
We're a short drive away from some beautiful beaches, such as Aberdyfi to the west and Ynyslas dunes to the south.
If you fancy a trip on a steam train through breath-taking scenery you'll be spoilt for choice. Tal y Llyn railway passes the delightful
The Eco Retreats site lies in the heart of the Dyfi Forest, close to the Cli-machX Mountain Biking trail - Dyfi Mountain Biking will give you information about three cross-country routes that start in Machynlleth and the Cli-MachX trail. If you want to hire a bike during your stay contact the Holey Trail in Machynlleth - 01654 700411.
Local rock climber and all-round adventurer, Huw Gilbert, is happy to offer instruction and leadership for groups of two or more in rock climbing, mountaineering or mountain biking.
Do you enjoy walking down mountainous ravines or throwing yourself over waterfalls? If you do then you can have a go at canyoning with a local guide.
The local beaches can be great for windsurfing and surfing. For a really thrilling experience why not try out the local kitesurfing school in Aberdyfi.
A big thank you to all our suppliers...
Shelters Unlimited - probably the UK's biggest tipi factory just happens to be a few minutes down the road from our site!
Roustabout created our welcome and meditation tent, as well as providing marquees for a wedding party with a difference last August!
This July we've put up a beautiful new yurt from Steve Place in Oswestry.
We aim to furnish our tipis as much as possible with local, organic and fairtrade products...
If you want an extra touch of loveliness we're happy to supply locally-grown organic flowers courtesy of our friend Sue of Sweet Loving Flowers.
Our coffee beans come directly from the Ashaninka tribe in Peru, brought over by our friend Dilwyn of Ecotribal to help support the tribe's way of life.
Farmer Lamb have recently supplied us with some lovely organic sheepskins.
Our new rugs come from One Village fairtrade stores to ensure a fair deal for the people who do most of the work!