The farm itself is an upland beef and sheep farm with the land rising from 700 to 1400 feet above sea level. The highest and best preserved section of Offa’s Dyke is on Black Hall land within easy walking distance of the site.

The lodge site was started eight years ago when foot and mouth disease made many farmers aware of the need for diversification. Noticing the potential of the Shropshire/Powys border as a holiday destination, the first lodges were built and proved an immediate success amongst holidaymakers wanting a more relaxing style of break.

The environment is ideal for nature lovers. 25 acres of broad-leafed woodland forms the eastern border to the site and a large area of native grassland has been planted to encourage upland plateaux habitats for ground nesting birds. There are public footpaths in the area and a nature trail leads from the site which takes approximately one hour to complete.