Hoku
Llangollen, North Wales
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Max Infants:
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Maximum number of adults and children is 3
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Finding Hoku
Hoku is set in the picturesque Dee Valley which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You can explore the historic town of Llangollen, hike the Welsh Hills or just unwind in your shack, overlooking the mountains of North Wales.
You can go for drinks at Gales wine bar, eat out at the Cornmill or if you want to cook up a storm visit Zingiber Wholefoods for local produce.
Getting to Hoku
Car:
1 hour from Liverpool
1 hour 20 from Manchester
3 hours 30 from London
Nearest station: Wrexham, it's a 25-minute taxi from there.
Once you arrive you can park at the bottom of the stone track and walk 100m to the shack or drive up to the top where it's a short 30m walk to the shack.
Location shown above displayed as a guide.
Precise location will be provided after booking.
Features
amenities
Books and Boardgames
Faith in Nature Toiletries
Fan
Hand Towels
Off-Grid
Pet Friendly
Piglet in Bed Bedding
Towels
Woodburner
facilities
Blackout Blinds
Eco Composting Toilet
Fan
Hot Shower
Insect Screens
King Sized Double Bed
Kitchen with Hob and Fridge
Woodburner
firewood
Firewood
We provide one big bag of logs and another big bag of kindling, it costs an extra £20 for unlimited firewood.
pets
Pet Friendly
It costs £35 extra to bring your pets and we include a welcome pack for pooches, including a water bowl, towel, poop bags and treats. We don't charge extra for multiple pets.
provisions
Coffee Beans and Grinder
Loose Leaf Tea
Olive Oil
Salt and Pepper
utilities
Mobile Phone Reception
Off-Grid
Renewable Electricity
Stay local
Hoku is perched just above the town of Llangollen, you can either drive down or if you fancy the challenging walk back up you can follow the footpath down into the town where you'll find lots to do.
You can check in with "Bearded Man Adventures" for a day of canoeing, canyoning, axe throwing, or archery.
Afterward, you can settle in for a drink at the Cornmill with amazing views across the River Dee, or drop by at Gales Wine Bar (the oldest wine bar in Wales).
Llangollen is full of great food and activities.
FAQs
How do you get to Hoku?
You can travel to Hoku by car or public transport. After your booking, our helpful welcome guide will explain both in more detail.
Once you've arrived, the walk to Hoku is about 100 meters up a short hill (in the summer, you can drive up to the top near the shack). Remember to shut the gates behind you! 🐑
Once you've arrived, the walk to Hoku is about 100 meters up a short hill (in the summer, you can drive up to the top near the shack). Remember to shut the gates behind you! 🐑
When is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is at 3pm
Check-out is at 10am
You can choose the early check-in option at check out for an extra £25, then you can arrive any time after 1pm.
Check-out is at 10am
You can choose the early check-in option at check out for an extra £25, then you can arrive any time after 1pm.
Is there a toilet and shower?
Every shack has an eco-composting toilet and a hot shower. We also provide eco-friendly toiletries, luxury towels, hand towels, and shower mats.
Is Hoku pet friendly?
All our shacks are pet-friendly, and we charge a flat £35 fee regardless of whether you bring one or more dogs. Just select the pet option at check out, and you can bring your whole gang with you!
Cats are also welcome too 🐈
Cats are also welcome too 🐈
Is there firewood included?
Yes, we supply a big bag of kindling and a big bag of logs. There is plenty for your stay. However, if you think you will be spending a lot of time by the fire pit, then you can purchase unlimited firewood at check-out for £20.
Where is best for food and drink?
Gales Wine Bar: The oldest wine bar in Wales. Not only is there great wine, Gales also serves up some of the best food in Llangollen, all locally sourced.
The Cornmill: As you walk through the door, you will be greeted by a great jumble of old beams everywhere and the water wheel turning slowly behind the bar. The decks outside are built directly over the mill race and the rapids, and on the opposite bank of the river, steam trains arrive and leave from the restored station.
The Cornmill: As you walk through the door, you will be greeted by a great jumble of old beams everywhere and the water wheel turning slowly behind the bar. The decks outside are built directly over the mill race and the rapids, and on the opposite bank of the river, steam trains arrive and leave from the restored station.
What to do in the local area?
Llangollen offers many great activities, such as whitewater rafting, archery, and canoeing over the famous Pontcysyllte aqueduct. The area also has lots of great hikes. Read our article to find out more about the best hikes around.
