New Year Cottages in Wales

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Janet - Verified booking

  We hadn’t thought about a holiday in this area of the U.

  K. and usually go camping at this time of year. Most places were reported to be very busy this year due to COVID 19 restrictions, so we booked this cottage. The cottage itself was very comfortable and clean and Lorraine, the owner was very welcoming and we were not disappointed. The cottage is ideal for couples. There is a shared courtyard and garden which has the sun all day and is very tranquil. We brought our bicycles and were able to park them undercover in the covered barn. We did not use the car at all during our stay and thoroughly explored the Vale of Glamorgan, the country single track lanes were very quiet and ideal for cycling. We visited Cowbridge and the Physic garden with medicinal plants from the 18th century, Llantwit Major and it’s dramatic beach. We travelled along the coastline to St Donat’s past Atlantic College where the likes of Charlie Chaplin and John F Kennedy stayed, visited Dunraven Castle, Ogmore by Sea (a peaceful spot when we visited, but made headlines due to a mass brawl post-Lockdown), Ogmore Castle, Ewenny Priory, Merthyr Mawr Warren, which is a beautiful natural area and climbed the Big Dipper (the second largest sandune in Europe), Porthkerry Country Park, Barry and Barry Island (the day before the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge). The closest beach is Monknash, a rocky beach with a footpath and a walk to get down to it, but it is well worth the effort. We also enjoyed watching the kart racing at Llandow Circuit nearby. Had we have been there longer, we would have perhaps visited Cardiff and Penarth. It was lovely to return to the cottage after a busy day sightseeing. The only downside for us was a slightly unstable internet connection and poor phone signal at times, but it didn’t spoil our enjoyment.

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• Brian - Verified booking

  After searching the Sykes website only 6 weeks before found this listing found it easy to book and had regular contact with them prior to stay.

  No idea why this property was still available as it far exceeded expectations. As soon as we had pulled up we were greeted by the owners and welcomed. We spoke regularly during the stay checking all was ok and had a great recommendation for a special meal from them. The property was comfortable and surprisingly roomy and very well equipped with everything that was needed for our stay. We were blessed with good weather so used the large external patio area quite a lot in the afternoon and evening, plenty of seating and tables and well maintained. The property is situated just on the edge of the Village and was a 5 minute walk to local amenities we used 3 of the take away restaurants and the local shop regularly. Also 5 minutes to the seafront walked the promenade a few times and had breakfast at the Seaside Cafe before a local walk above the Village. Would stay again and would highly recommend this property. The Week went too fast. Saw a previous review about car size complaint and access. I have an SUV and yes it is narrow in places but I had no issues. just know your Vehicles dimensions and you will be ok.

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• Karen - Verified booking

  We really loved this little cottage it was great for us and our dog.

  The property itself was clean and comfortable with spectacular views over the surrounding mountains. Inside was small but adequate the conservatory, a nice addition, was a great place to dry off towels and wet weather gear. The wifi was ok a little slow at times but adequate for us. Paul welcomed us and was on hand if we needed anything without being intrusive. We came for the walking and that did not disappoint. Cwm Pennant is relatively quiet and the walks are not that well defined, fine if you are experienced but not for the faint hearted. Moel yr Ogof and Moel Hebog are easily attainable from the cottage but are quiet strenuous if you want to do a round route. There is a smashing river pool on the way up the valley great for a quick invigorating swim! The seaside is also within easy reach on a hot day. As usual the weather was mixed we had a couple of wet days but also some lovely hot days. Great place, great location would definitely recommend and stay again.

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• Maureen - Verified booking

  We had a very warm welcome from the owners with a welcome pack of welsh cakes.

  Of all the properties we have stayed in this was by far the cleanest & well equipped, everything was to a high standard & very comfortable. A comfortable lounge with a clear large tv, well equipped kitchen with everything there which anyone could need, even alexa. A superb bathroom & great shower & the icing on the cake was the lovely patio with chairs, table, double swing seat & new paving. So much attention to detail. Lacking one thing & that is Sykes write up of the property which did not make plain that the bathroom was downstairs which can be problem for older less able people! In the same sentence it infers the bathroom is upstairs -Quote "Double bedroom in the eaves. This room has a chest of drawers for storing your personal belongings AND a shower room ---etc " I think you need to reword this so as not to mislead people.

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• Chris - Verified booking

  We originally intended to stay elsewhere and thank our lucky stars that that didn't work out!

  Because it wouldn't have held a candle to our glorious time at The Old Stables. The gracious, charming and witty hostess couldn't help us enough. The accommodation sports a cosy and supremely comfortable bed; the kitchen is well appointed and has everything you need to cook any meal--plus the basic condiments, cutlery and even fresh rosemary and quince jelly. The setting is sublime--peaceful, with only the sound of the nearby river Usk coursing by, an ancient forest, a carpet of copper beech leaves, two affectionate ponies in the pasture. lots of hyperbole here? Only because it's well-deserved. The Old Stables offer anything a body could want for a wonderful restorative break. Looking forward to a return.

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