Hoku
Llangollen, North Wales
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Introducing Our Wild Sauna
Our off-grid wood-fired wild sauna offers a truly elemental experience – crackling timber, rising steam and uninterrupted views of the surrounding landscape.
Guests staying in one of our nearby Shacks in Llangollen receive an exclusive discount on wild sauna sessions.
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
Kitchen area
Outdoor Seating Area
amenities
Books and Boardgames
Dark Arts Coffee
Faith in Nature Toiletries
Hand Towels
Outdoor Bath
Pet Friendly
Piglet in Bed Bedding
Shacks Wild Sauna
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.
Llangollen itself
- Castell Dinas Brân – dramatic medieval castle ruins on a hilltop above the town; a steep walk up, but the views over the Dee Valley are worth it.
- Pontcysyllte Aqueduct – UNESCO World Heritage Site, an extraordinary Victorian canal aqueduct you can walk or take a boat across.
- Llangollen Canal & Horseshoe Falls – gentle towpath walk from town out to the falls, or take a horse-drawn boat trip.
- Llangollen Railway – heritage steam trains running through the Dee Valley from the town's restored station.
- Plas Newydd – atmospheric Gothic house, former home of the "Ladies of Llangollen."
- Valle Crucis Abbey – peaceful ruined Cistercian abbey just outside town.
- Horseshoe Pass – dramatic mountain road with sweeping views, a classic Welsh scenic drive.
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 - whether you're bringing one dog or the whole gang. Just select the pet option at checkout. We include a welcome pack for pooches, including a water bowl, towel, poop bags and treats.
At Hoku:
Fencing - Fully enclosed for peace of mind.
Livestock - Some sheep occasionally nearby - dogs will need to be on a lead when coming to and from the shack.
Walks - See the 'What to do in the local area' dropdown for suggestions.
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?
- The Corn Mill – Llangollen's most-loved spot, a converted mill right over the River Dee with the steam station in view.
- Dee Side Cafe Bistro – popular riverside café/bistro, good for lunch.
- Fouzi's Café Bar & Pizzeria – well-rated pizza and Mediterranean spot in town.
- Bridge End Hotel – classic British pub food, highly rated locally.
- Britannia Inn – cosy pub up on the Horseshoe Pass, good stop if you're driving that route.
- Rani Kitchen – top-rated Indian in Llangollen
What to do in the local area?
Llangollen itself
- Castell Dinas Brân – dramatic medieval castle ruins on a hilltop above the town; a steep walk up, but the views over the Dee Valley are worth it.
- Pontcysyllte Aqueduct – UNESCO World Heritage Site, an extraordinary Victorian canal aqueduct you can walk or take a boat across.
- Llangollen Canal & Horseshoe Falls – gentle towpath walk from town out to the falls, or take a horse-drawn boat trip.
- Llangollen Railway – heritage steam trains running through the Dee Valley from the town's restored station.
- Plas Newydd – atmospheric Gothic house, former home of the "Ladies of Llangollen."
- Valle Crucis Abbey – peaceful ruined Cistercian abbey just outside town.
- Horseshoe Pass – dramatic mountain road with sweeping views, a classic Welsh scenic drive.
Is the wild sauna included?
A Wild Sauna session can be added as an extra as part of your Shacks stay - or booked independently on it's own.
The Wild Sauna is not included in your booking unless it is chosen during booking.
The Wild Sauna can be added to Shacks stay bookings afterwards.
Guests staying with Shacks are eligible for an exclusive discounted rate on their Wild Sauna session.
The Wild Sauna is not included in your booking unless it is chosen during booking.
The Wild Sauna can be added to Shacks stay bookings afterwards.
Guests staying with Shacks are eligible for an exclusive discounted rate on their Wild Sauna session.
How far away is the wild sauna?
A short 2 minute drive from Hoku parking to the parking for the Wild Sauna.
It's then around a 4 minute walk to the Wild Sauna.
It's then around a 4 minute walk to the Wild Sauna.
Where can I find more information about the wild sauna?
Please visit our Shacks wild off-grid sauna page for more information and our wild sauna FAQ.
Or feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
Or feel free to contact us with any questions you may have.
