Vega

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Sleeps 2
Dark skies
Dogs welcome
Fire pit
Fully enclosed
King Size Bed
Kip Life Tag
Log burner
Outdoor Firepit
Solar powered
Valley views
Sauna

Vega has one of the most dramatic outlooks of any Shack, perched high across the Dee Valley in the North Wales mountains. It’s also the closest cabin to the Wild Sauna, just a five-minute walk away, so it’s the pick for anyone planning their stay around heat, a cold shower and fresh mountain air. Fill the days in between with canal walks, horse-drawn boats and sunsets from Castell Dinas Brân. Then back to the sauna. Obviously.

What's In The Cabin How To Get Here Bringing A Dog

Dates and prices

From £132.75 a night

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Mon 16 Nov to Wed 18 Nov · 2 nights£265.50 total

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Great For

Dogs
Vega welcomes all of your pets for a single fee of £35.
Pet-friendly details
Families
Enclosed: full.
Stargazers
Dark skies.
Not for
Groups of more than two.

In Your Cabin

Cooking (35)

2 burner gas hob
Eco fridge with freezer45 litre fridge with a 15 litre freezer compartment
Kettle
Frying pan
Pot
Kitchen knives
Plastic chopping board
Wooden chopping board
Coffee beans
Coffee grinder
Chamomile tea
Loose leaf tea
Olive oil
Pepper
Salt
Bowls
Cutlery
Mugs
Plates
Tumblers
Bottle and wine opener
Tin opener
Fire pit grill
Cheese grater
Coffee filter
Colander
Cutlery organiser
Garlic press
Kitchen bin
Knife holder
Olive oil dispenser
Peeler
Salt and pepper shakers
Scissors
Serving bowl
Serving spoon
Spatula
Storage tins for coffee and tea
Tea strainer
Tea towels
Wooden utensils

Heating (11)

Log burner
Firelighters
Lighter
Fire gloves
Fire tools
Woodstove fan
Wood storage
Fire blanket
Fire extinguisher
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm

Power and charging (5)

USB Sockets
Rechargeable Lamp
Solar panels
Radio and bluetooth speaker
Fan

Bathroom (13)

Shower
Composting toilet
Bath towels
Robes
Body wash
Handwash
Shampoo
Hand towels
Bath mats
Loo roll
Bathroom sink
Bottle dispensers
Diffuser
Glass bottles
Hand towel ring
Loo roll holder
Small bin
Towel rail
Vinegar
Wall mirror
Wooden hooks

Sleeping (9)

King Size Bed
Mattress
Duvet
Pillows
Blanket
Cushions
Kingsize duvet cover
Kingsize sheet
Mattress protector
Pillow cases
Pillow protectors

Outside (11)

Fire pit
Fire pit chairs
Hose pipe
Wellie box
Wellies
Wheelbarrow
Ash bin
Compost bin
Dog bin
Recycling bin
Fire pit lid
Fire pit tools
Sawdust bin

A little extra (10)

Deck of cards
Jenga
Scrabble
Bird book
Nature book
Dog treats Pets extra
Dog bowls Pets extra
Dog poop bags Pets extra
Dog towels Pets extra
Shacks box

Cleaning (1)

Guest spray
Antibacterial spray
Duster
Dustpan and brush
Floor cleaner
Multipurpose spray
Spray mop
Window cleaner
Cloths
E-sponges
Bin bags
Washing up liquid
Washing-up liquid bottle
Small bin bags
Toilet bags

Everything Else (5)

Bench seat cushion
Chair cushions
Firelighter storage
First aid kit
Full length mirror
Scrabble dictionary
Small stools

What To Bring

From the guest guide. Body wash and shampoo, coffee beans, loose-leaf tea, olive oil, salt and pepper are in.

What To Bring

A rucksack, not a suitcaseThere is a path from the parking spot
Walking boots or sturdy footwearFor the path and the hills
A torch or head torchNo street lighting for miles
BinocularsHills by day, stars by night
Waterproofs and layersCheck the forecast before you set off
Your charging cablesCharging is by USB, so bring your own leads
Food and drinkThe nearest shop is a drive away and nothing delivers
Camera and memory cardsThe light here is worth it
Personal toiletriesBody wash and shampoo are already in
Leave the hairdryer and electric kettle at homeThe solar system will not run them

What's Included

Coffee beans
Chamomile tea
Loose leaf tea
Olive oil
Pepper
Salt
Firelighters
Bath towels
Robes
Body wash
Handwash
Shampoo
Hand towels
Loo roll
Duvet
Pillows
Kingsize sheet
Dog treatsPets extra
Dog bowlsPets extra
Dog poop bagsPets extra
Dog towelsPets extra
Shacks box
Washing up liquid

Items marked as an extra are in the cabin when that extra is added to a booking.

Finding Vega

Vega is within the circle. The exact location and what3words come with your booking.

About 1 h 30from Manchester
About 1 h 40from Birmingham
About 4 hfrom London

Drive times on a clear road, from OpenStreetMap.

Once you arrive you can drive up the stone track, park at the top, and walk 50m to the cabin.

Note: During particularly wet or cold periods it may be better to park at the bottom of the track and walk the 200m stone track.

Wild Sauna Llangollen, in the woods near the Shacks cabins

Wild Sauna Llangollen: book a wood-fired sauna session nearby

Hidden in the woods and heated by fire, our off-grid sauna is a private session for you and yours: heat, steam, then the cold outdoor shower. Shacks guests in Llangollen get an exclusive discount; the details are in your welcome guide.

Find out more

Local Area Highlights

10 places nearby: pubs, shops, walks and moreShow highlightsHide highlights

Pub
Gales Wine Bar
The oldest wine bar in Wales.
In Llangollen
Pub
The Cornmill
Pub food and Welsh ale on the edge of the River Dee, with log burners in winter and decking above the rapids in summer. Dog friendly.
In Llangollen
Shop or farm shop
Zingiber Wholefoods
Local produce to cook back at the shack. Bridge Street, Llangollen, LL20 8PF.
In Llangollen
Walk
Castell Dinas Brân
A short but steep circular walk up to the ruins of a 13th-century castle, about 3 miles, with sweeping views across the valley. Starts at Market Street Car Park, Llangollen (LL20 8PS).
Walk
Horseshoe Falls
A flat, easy circular walk of about 1.3km along the River Dee, taking in Telford's horseshoe-shaped weir. Good for kids and dogs. Starts at Horseshoe Falls Car Park (LL20 8BT).
Walk
World's End
A rugged 2.5km loop through upland heath and craggy outcrops. Boots recommended. Starts at Ponderosa Café Car Park, Horseshoe Pass (LL20 8DR).
Walk
Vivod Mountain
A remote, hilly circuit through forest and open moorland, about 5 miles. Starts from a lay-by on the B5103 near Glyn Ceiriog (approx. LL20 7BG).
Walk
Corwen to Llangollen Trail
A 13-mile point-to-point hike past hillforts and over stiles, following part of the old Ruabon to Barmouth railway. A full day.
Walk
Offa's Dyke Path (Llangollen section)
A dramatic stretch of the national trail along the hillside above Llangollen, typically 7–9 miles.
Activity
Bearded Man Adventures
Canoeing, axe throwing and archery.

Bringing A Dog

Vega welcomes all of your pets for a single fee of £35. In the cabin: dog bowls, a dog towel for mucky paws, poo bags and a wonderful selection of dog treats.

Dogs at Vega
Enclosed	Fully enclosed	Fully enclosed, with latching gates, so dogs can stay safe outside.
Gaps for small dogs	Yes	The fencing may not suit very small dogs, who could squeeze underneath.
Lead to and from the cabin	Yes	Dogs need to be on a lead to and from the cabin.
Livestock	Often	The surrounding fields usually have sheep in.

All Dog Friendly Shacks

Questions

How do you get to Vega?

You can travel to Vega 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 Vega is about 100 meters up a hill. Remember to shut the gates behind you! 🐑

When is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is at 3pm

Check-out is at 10am

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 Vega pet friendly?

Vega welcomes all of your pets for a single fee of £35. In the cabin: dog bowls, a dog towel for mucky paws, poo bags and a wonderful selection of dog treats.

At Vega:

Enclosed – Fully enclosed, with latching gates, so dogs can stay safe outside.

Gaps for small dogs – The fencing may not suit very small dogs, who could squeeze underneath.

Lead to and from the cabin – Dogs need to be on a lead to and from the cabin.

Livestock – The surrounding fields usually have sheep in.

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?

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.

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. Link here.

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.

How far away is the wild sauna?

The Wild Sauna can be reached directly from Vega Shack - it's around a 5 minute walk to the Wild Sauna from Vega Shack

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.