Experience wild Welsh beauty from a treehouse

Pack light for the short hike that leads you to Ty Mawr treehouse, a futuristic curved pod in a secret wooded valley. Perched 30 feet off the ground you’ll ascend to your cosy retreat via a dramatic spiral staircase that leads to the spacious deck. Your exertions will be worth it for the incredible views of the Welsh mountains. Completely off-grid, this treehouse stay is a chance to get back to the simple life. You can chop your own wood for the burner and have a piping hot spring water shower in the private space below the pod. When nature calls, it’s a quick hop, skip and a jump across a high walkway to the clever Swedish separating compost loo. Ty Mawr, which is part of The Living Room treehouse experience, is the ideal base for hiking. The surrounding area is criss-crossed with great walking trails through mixed woodland, babbling streams and incredible mountain terrain.

They say a treehouse stay is a chance to reconnect with your inner child and this is particularly true at Copse Camp, which is wallpapered in Beano magazines! The playful, homespun charm extends to the cushions and blinds which are made from repurposed hessian sacks but, reassuringly, the linen and towels are luxuriously fine and fluffy. The quiet seclusion of this rustic spot in Denbighshire is ideal for leisurely stargazing, preferably done from the blissful warmth of your private wood fired hot tub. Once eyelids start to droop, drift off into a dreamless sleep in a cosy bed in the roof, to the sound of silence. If you’re bringing the kids, tuck them up in the two single beds below. The owners run a food company, so expect some mouthwatering goodies in the welcome hamper to feast on after exploring the spectacular moors and valleys.

Recharge mind, body and soul in a beautifully-designed wild Welsh treehouse with panoramic views. Ty-r Derw is a luxurious, circular space with a wrap-around balcony for watching the light change over the gently rolling hills. Whether you take a coffee, a Welsh ale or a glass of wine with you out on the deck is up to you. The grand copper outdoor tub is the perfect spot to watch the sunset over the Cambrian Mountains, while the hot tub below is a cosy spot to unwind. Inside, the treehouse is designed with indulgent comfort in mind. There’s no need to leap out of your king sized bed in the morning, when you can snuggle up under the duvet and drink in stunning views through large, vertical windows. When it’s eventually time to get up, limit your decision making to a choice between the en-suite wet room or the waterfall hot outdoor shower.

Steep steps often spring to mind when you think of a treehouse, but at Nyth y Barcud in central Wales, a ramp can be provided for access if requested. This peaceful forested getaway is all on one level with a wet room and its own designated parking. At Canopy & Stars, we’re setting out to improve the accessibility of our whole collection and you can read more about that here . Days at Nyth y Barcud can be spent lazing on the sofa in front of the wood burner. Here you can enjoy a unique view of wildlife foraging below through a window in the floor. For a day out with a difference, check out the Centre for Alternative Technology, just round the corner, which showcases the latest thinking in sustainability. If you’re craving a bit of buzz and culture, head to the market town of Machynlleth with its great pubs, restaurants and galleries, and the gorgeous Museum of Modern Art, Wales.

A stream bubbles below the simple, open space at Beudy Banc treehouse. Staying among the trees is a chance to unplug, wander the woodland and stargaze on the deck. So far, so tranquil but did we forget to mention that this idyllic spot in Powys is also the heart of mountain biking country? There are miles of world-class off-road trails right on the doorstep, including one with a continuous two-mile descent, the longest in Wales or England. Even the farm itself has a new 1.2km track for getting the pedals and the blood pumping. If you prefer to enjoy the great outdoors at a more leisurely pace, you can explore the dramatic scenery of Glyndwr’s Way National Trail, on foot. Or head to the coast for windsurfing, kayaking, buggying or kite-surfing. The hypnotic glow of the wood burner will draw you back to Beudy Banc to unwind after a day of exhilarating adventures.