Guests say
Dolau Farmhouse receives high praise for its comfort, cleanliness, and well-equipped facilities, including a games room that delights all ages. The property's location in Lampeter offers a peaceful setting with easy access to beaches and local attractions. Guests feel warmly welcomed by the thoughtful hosts, often mentioning the extra touches that contribute to memorable stays. The spacious accommodation is ideal for large family gatherings, offering ample space for both socialising and privacy.
Reviewers consistently mention the property being 'spotless' and 'immaculately clean', indicating a very high standard of cleanliness that contributes positively to their overall experience.
The property's location is praised for its peacefulness and proximity to local attractions and beaches. While most reviews are positive, the score reflects the lack of explicit detail in some reviews about the location's attributes.
Guests find the farmhouse comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and well-furnished spaces. The property caters to a range of ages, from toddlers to seniors, ensuring a comfortable stay for all.
The farmhouse is lauded for its excellent facilities, including a well-appointed kitchen, spacious dining area, and an entertaining games room. The property is equipped to handle large groups, and the maintenance appears to be of a high standard.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is frequently highlighted, with mentions of welcome cakes, birthday cards, and decorations for special occasions. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, they are personal touches and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Lampeter 2 miles. Dolau Farmhouse is a spacious and beautiful property situated in a secluded position on a working farm, half a mile down a country lane from the nearest main road. Recently refurbished, this property is the perfect base for a family get together or friends reunion, in this wonderful part of the country. The property consists of the large main house and a delightful interconnecting annex with a welcoming snug, woodburning effect stove and its own facilities, along with 3 cosy bedrooms upstairs. With two separate living spaces this property is truly bursting with character. On arrival at the property you will be greeted by beautifully lawned gardens and plenty of grounds for the kids to kick a football on and play, as well as ample off road parking. Based on three floors the property is home to a well-equipped kitchen and dining area with a dining table that seats 16 guests and a woodburning-effect stove, that has all the mod cons you need to make the perfect family meal after a busy day exploring. There is also a lounge and utility room in this part of the property. There are four spacious bedrooms on the first floor comprising of two doubles, one king-size double and a super king size zip and link (which can be made as a twin on request), this bedroom has access to the Jack-and-Jill family bathroom. There is also another family bathroom with shower, basin and WC on the same floor. All of which having wonderful views over the grounds of the property and are nicely decorated. Up into the eaves of the property will find you a large family bedroom that can sleep four, in one king size and two single, as well as having a sitting area, flatscreen TV and ensuite shower room. Moving into the annex, accessed through its own external entrance or through the lounge or utility of the main house, is a second living room with comfortable seating, flatscreen TV and a woodburner effect stove, perfect for you to sit, relax and put your feet up.There is also an additional kitchen space within the annex, as well as three bedrooms comprising of two singles and one king-size double, making for flexible accommodation ideal for two families looking to come together for a relaxing break. With plenty of seating surrounding the property, Dolau Farmhouse offers the perfect opportunity for some alfresco dining in a peaceful environment . Nearby is the university town of Lampeter which has an array of shops, pubs and restaurants and welsh quilt museum. Fishing is available along a one mile stretch of the river Teifi, which is approximately a 5 minute walk away from the property, along a public footpath. This footpath extends all the way from the fields adjacent to the property along the river into Lampeter town. This is a beautiful walk where you can discover the array of wildlife on your doorstep. The birdsong in the morning is really one to experience. For the cycling enthusiast, there are a number of local tracks but in particular Brechfa Forsest, 10 miles away, is one of the finest mountain cycling circuits in the country. You could take a twenty-five minute drive to the town of Llandysul and go on a canoeing or kayaking expedition along the river Teifi or visit Aberaeron, a pretty coastal town just 20 minutes away as well Dolaucothi Goldmines, National Botanical Gardens of Wales and an abundance of lovely beaches to explore. Secure lock up facilities are available on site for kayaks and bikes (on request). Large and beautifully decorated, Dolau Farmhouse is an ideal base for a large group looking to explore this delightful part of the country!
Lampeter is the smallest and oldest university town in Wales, and boasts a fine selection of small, locally-owned shops. It's also home to a museum, a Welsh quilt museum and has a wealth of tea rooms, pubs and restaurants, regular markets and a fine food festival. Surrounded by beautiful rolling hills and rivers, the area is ideal for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers.
Accommodation
Main house.
Over three floors.
Five bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 2 x double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request) with Jack-and-Jill access to bathroom, 1 x second floor family room with 1 king-size and 2 singles and en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area with a dining table that seats 16 guests and a woodburning-effect stove.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning-effect stove.
Annex.
1 x king-size double, 2 x single.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with wood burning effect stove.
Main house.
Oil central heating with 2 x woodburning-effect stove.
Electric oven and electric hob, fridge, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 2 x TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Annex.
Oil central heating with wood burning effect stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Games room.
Cot and highchair available on request, Ample off road parking.
Enclosed lawned areas with gravelled and patio areas, BBQ with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 miles.
Note: There is fishing available on the river, please contact the owner for details.
Note: Pool table in property
Please note: No EV charging at this property [local charging points available]
Reviews (64)
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Fiona
Plenty big enough for the eleven of us aged 2 to 68. The pictures of the property on the website do not do it justice. It was very comfortable, warm and fully stocked crockery, cutlery etc and everything worked. The games room and yard with play equipment was spot on for our grandchildren aged 2 to 10 and gave them all something to do. The house was so spacious - you could if you wanted get some piece and quiet! John was so welcoming on our arrival and popped in to ensure everything was ok. His mission was to make sure we were all happy and bringing an old electric car for the little ones and giving the big ones a ride on the quad bike herding the sheep was just the icing on the cake for them. Naomi was very helpful pre arrival letting us know when the house was ready. The family are obviously very proud of their farmhouse and this comes across not just in the standard of the property but their interactions with us as well. Would definitely visit again.
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Tia
The owners were friendly and helpful, and the local area is absolutely lovely. A fabulous property with tons to recommend it and plenty of history.
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Tracy
Dolau was one of the best it was clean and comfortable with lots of extra touches, toilet roll, hand soap, washing up bits, tea, coffee etc. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need. The table and lounge sat everyone something which can be lacking in some properties meaning we canât all sit together. The games room was a hit with everyone from pool tournaments to games of badminton everything was there. Most places to visit are around an hours drive but the host John and his family provided us with lots of info before and during our stay so we could plan days out. There is a local pool 5 mins down the road which the children enjoyed. The house is so peaceful none of us wanted to leave and I am sure we will return in the future. Thankyou John for a lovely week.