Sunbank Accommodation

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Thistlebank and alfresco kitchen
Thistlebank and alfresco kitchen
Thistlebank yurt and private garden
Spectacular denbighshire views from sunbank yurt
Terrace overlooking wooded hills
View from thistlebank
Sunbank yurt at twilight
Thistlebank and private garden
Thistlebank is still cosy in the snow
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Thistlebank yurt and private garden
Spectacular denbighshire views from sunbank yurt
Terrace overlooking wooded hills

  • Luxury yurts with stunning views five minutes’ drive from Llangollen
  • Chester Zoo 35 minutes’ drive and Eryri National Park 45 minutes
  • Woodburning stoves, exclusive-use bathrooms and outdoor kitchens
Self-catering with a touch of luxury and spectacular Denbighshire views sound pretty good to you? Make indecent haste to Sunbank Accommodation, where stylishly furnished yurts (and those glorious forested hill vistas, of course) await your North Wales escape. The lively tourist town of Llangollen (five minutes’ drive) has pretty much everything you need – from shops to restaurants and many attractions – yet when you retire to your yurt, all you’ll hear is birdsong. Inside each spacious yurt there’s a compact dining area, storage and a cosy double bed (all linens supplied, but please bring your own towels). You can stay cosy no matter what time of year you visit, as each features a woodburning stove – just remember to bring your own logs, coal or kindling, as well as firelighters, or buy them all last-minute at the local shops. If it’s been a long day of sightseeing, you can snuggle up and watch TV, or retire to bed and read thanks to bedside lamps lighting the accommodation. Outside there’s sensor lighting, a private garden with a charcoal barbecue and decked seating area, plus a few simple cooking facilities (camping stove, small fridge, microwave, pots, pans and utensils) in an alfresco kitchen. Stylish modern bathrooms are available for exclusive use just steps away from the yurts. There is also private parking at the yurts.

Site type

Rent a tent 1
Open all year
Opens
Please note
  • Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
  • The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. XL Bully, Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • The site caters for families (immediate members) and couples only - bookings from all other forms of groups are not accepted.

Languages spoken

English

Welsh

Pitch types & availability

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2 adults
0 children

Reviews

8.7

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Only showing reviews for the last 30 months.

Fantastic stay with friendly owners and relaxing atmosphere.

Overall 10/10
Location 10
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 10
Child friendliness No rating
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Thistlebank yurt

Liked: What's not to like! The yurt was quirky and cute as well as cosy and welcoming. The kitchen area and bathroom were clean and well equipped. The owners greeted me and then made sure I had all I needed. The scenery was amazing - even in the rain and the walks were fabulous. Added bonus of the nearby pub if needing food or shelter.

Disliked: Nothing. The site is accessible and as expected. If I was being really picky I would say the distant road noise is the only pitfall.

Recommend to friends Visit again

The location Beautiful decor Clean Dog friendly…

Overall 8/10
Location 10
Value for money 6
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 8
Customer service 6
Child friendliness 10
Cleanliness 10
Wifi No rating
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Thistlebank yurt

Liked: The location
Beautiful decor
Clean
Dog friendly

Disliked: Could do with back up heating as well as woodburner stove

Recommend to friends Visit again

Lovely location, very cosy and peaceful. Amazing views.

Overall 8/10
Location 8
Value for money 10
Accommodation 10
Facilities / Activities 10
Customer service 6
Child friendliness 6
Cleanliness 10
Wifi 2
Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Sunbank yurt

Liked: Lovely location and views, very relaxing if you don’t mind the distant traffic noise. Great walks close by and only a couple of minutes drive into Llangollen.

Disliked: Very cold in January and we were not provided with enough fuel for the logburner which stated was included in the price of booking. (Felt awkward having to ask for more).

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Accessibility

Pitch close to accessible bathrooms Uneven terrain; gravel or loose mud

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Tennis nearby

Location

Sunbank Accommodation

The Barn

Sunbank

Llangollen

Denbighshire

Wales

LL20 8EG

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.97294°N
-3.12549°W

Nearest transport

Coach
1.8 mi Alma Road
1.8 mi Crossroads Stores
1.9 mi Parade Street 2
Rail
3.6 mi Ruabon Rail Station
3.7 mi Chirk Rail Station
6.6 mi Gobowen Rail Station
Ferry
29.6 mi Woodside Birkenhead Ferry Terminal
Airport
27.6 mi Liverpool John Lennon Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Music lovers, if you hit Sunbank Accommodation in early July, you’ll catch Llangollen’s world-famous International Musical Eisteddfod (five minutes’ drive), but whenever you visit there’s plenty to do. Take scenic walks along the River Dee, check out the soaring arches of Pontcysyllte Aqueduct or climb aboard the Llangollen and Corwen Railway (both also five minutes) for a steam ride through lush Denbighshire countryside. If your interest lies in history, hike up to the landmark remains of 13th-century Castell Dinas Brân (35 minutes’ walk), with its fabulous views over Welsh valleys. Alternatively you can explore the photogenic remains of Cistercian Valle Crucis Abbey, or check out the storied Plas Newydd Historic House and Gardens (both 10 minutes’ drive), a half-timbered Tudor-era mansion with eclectic additions from Victorian times. Travelling with family? Spend the day getting to know rhinos, chimps and lions at Chester Zoo (35 minutes), let the kids run off some excess energy on the treetop ropes at BeWILDerwood Cheshire (40 minutes), or try rafting at the National White Water Centre (45 minutes) in Eryri National Park.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
West Kirby 27.6 mi Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Marine Lake, Rhyl 28.2 mi Sea N/AN/AGoodGood
Prestatyn 28.5 mi Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Rhyl East 28.6 mi Sea GoodGoodGoodGood
Kinmel Bay (Sandy Cove) 29 mi Sea N/AGoodGoodGood

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Chester Castle 17.6 mi

Cheshire Military Museum 17.7 mi

Chester Cathedral 18 mi

Chester Zoo 20.3 mi

Powis Castle & Garden 22.3 mi

National Trust

Chirk Castle 3 mi

Speke Hall, Garden and Estate 27.2 mi

Attingham Park 27.7 mi

Attingham Park Estate: Cronkhill 27.9 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

The Clwydian Way (5): Llangollen - Corwen 1.9 mi

Llangollen, Canal and Castle 1.9 mi

Pontcysyllte Viaduct and the River Dee 2.4 mi

Chirk Castle and the Afon Ceiriog 2.9 mi

Llantilio Picnic Site - Horseshoe Falls - Llangollen Canal - Valle Crucis Abbey - Velvet Hill - Llantilio Picnic Site 3 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Sunbank Accommodation have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Sunbank Accommodation dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Sunbank Accommodation? Music lovers, if you hit Sunbank Accommodation in early July, you’ll catch Llangollen’s world-famous International Musical Eisteddfod (five minutes’ drive), but whenever you visit there’s plenty to do. Take scenic walks along … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Sunbank Accommodation?
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  2:30 p.m. –  Anytime
    Depart by:  10:30 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Sunbank Accommodation? From £75 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.