Holiday Cottages In The United Kingdom

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What our customers say about their holidays

• Holly - Verified booking

  We booked this cottage for my partners birthday and to get away to relax in the stunning Welsh countryside.

  We did manage to achieve this, however we were disturbed by the adjacent cottage on two nights. You'd expect anyone getting away to the countryside to respect their surroundings and others around them, but unfortunately this wasn't the case. The first group who we were met with the first night of our stay were a nightmare. They were there to party, play loud music and drink. To his credit, I sent a text to Arwel during the night and by the next day he'd cut their stay short. They had trashed tje cottage and unfortunately Arwel had to clear it all up. I'd like to preface that none of the groups' behaviour is a reflection of Arwel at all. He was always on hand to help and always checked if we were okay, if we needed anything etc. We then had a blissful five days with no disturbances until the group on our last night arrived. Guests were very noisy in the pool and also a few of the guests were disruptive and shined their phone torches towards us and then took flash photos whilst we were trying to get some peace in the hot tub, which is really weird behaviour. This was gone 11pm, and unfortunately it put a dampener on what was otherwise a wonderful week away. We left early due to this as I wasn't comfortable with the ordeal. It seems we had a streak of bad luck, as judging from the other reviews the guests are usually respectful and quiet. I don't want this review to be all negative, because we had the best time despite the other guests. Everything else was absolutely perfect! The cottage was wonderful and can't fault it. The scenery was beautiful, there were lots of cows and sheep and green hills. Arwel always made sure we had everything we needed and asked if we had enough logs etc. The bed was the comfiest we'd slept in for ages, kitchen was well equipped and immaculate inside. We made a lovely roast dinner in it. Loved the hot tub, it was the best maintained one we've had! We had an amazing five nights and we seen a lot of beautiful sights including the nearby waterfall and lake. You could also see all the stars as there's zero light pollution in the area. Wales is truly stunning. Shame about the lack of privacy though. We would love come back and would hope that next time we get luckier with the guests we'd share the space with.

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• Ann - Verified booking

  This one bedroom cottage shares the main grounds with a house which can sleep 15.

  However, the house is sufficiently far enough away from the cottage that there is little noise, even when a large group is staying there. The grounds are well kept and full of flower beds and tubs which are tended to regularly by Del. The cottage itself is well equipped for self catering, boasting a gas oven and hob, which came in very useful when we experienced power cuts during our week's stay; and how blissful to be able to cook with gas!!! The main door opens straight into the lounge and dining area, boasting a high ceiling with stain glass window. The spacious bedroom is off this area and has a dressing table, two bedside cabinets and wardrobe, along with comfortable double bed. The well equipped kitchen is accessed through an open doorway from the lounge area, and as well as the gas oven and hob has dishwasher, washing machine, microwave and under counter fridge and freezer, and plenty of cupboard space, which is filled with crockery, pots and pans, cutlery and anything else you might need! The combined shower room and toilet, with sink, is situated off the kitchen. The back door opens onto a small patio area where there is are table and chairs for two, with parasol plus barbecue, leading to a lawned area and raised platform containing a two person hot-tub with large parasol. You can see the main house from this area, but it is sufficiently far enough away not to be intrusive. The owners, Arwell and Del are friendly and welcoming, making sure they were on hand when we arrived, and attending every day to see to the hot tub. Arwell kept us informed re the re-establishment of power and took pains to make sure we enjoyed our stay and Del provided us with cake and milk. We highly recommend Bwthen ty Newydd as a place to enjoy the peace and quiet of the countryside, with plenty of places to visit and walks around the area; or somewhere just to stay and relax.

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• Nikita - Verified booking

  We had a lovely week at Bwthyn Ty Newydd which sits in a quiet and secluded location.

  Easy to find, with the help of Google Maps, we were greeted with a warm welcome and a lovely selection of homemade cakes which went down well with a cuppa after our long journey (milk was in the fridge, too). All you could need is supplied in the accommodation, including a lovely roaring fire when we walked in which we kept going with the supplied logs. The kitchen is well equipped, the bed is comfy and the living room was cosy when nighttime arrived. In the garden, the hot tub is the perfect size for two and we enjoyed sitting out in the sun, watching the lambs enjoying their new freedom in the nearby fields. If peace and quiet are what you are after, this is the perfect location for it and clear night skies allowed for amazing star gazing. A lovely chapel can be found at the end of the road with a lake, waterfall and other walking routes a short drive away. You're also only a couple of hours away from the coast and Snowdonia isn't too far either. Welshpool and Newtown have a good selection of supermarkets and there are a few pubs around too. Lovely stay - highly recommended.

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• Helen - Verified booking

  The house is lovely in many respects, newly refurbished and very clean.

  ..BUT a number of aspects where this could be so much better When we arrived there was no welcome pack of information at all. We were unable to find the Wifi information - we contacted the number and were then given the wrong wifi password and no details as to the correct network to join.... we eventually found the router hidden under a table in one of the bedrooms ... The stairs are very steep and my husband nearly had an accident as when using the banister it was not securely fastened to the wall and came away in his hands... thankfully this was fixed fairly quickly after a further call. No information about bins, recycling etc or heating - the bedrooms were very cold despite the warm weather and had to sleep in extra clothing... The info does warn about the shower being very slippy - it is but the tiles are also quite sharp and there are no door hooks anywhere which is not great when using the bathroom This could be a really lovely house if a little more attention to detail

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• Trish - Verified booking

  The cottage is truly wonderful, such a wonderful surprise when we got there as photos do not do this cottage justice.

  It was so clean and comfortable, had more then enough items especially the kitchen it was a home from home. What you cant get from photos is how beautiful the cottage smelt (odd comment i know, but i love my diffuses and it just adds to the welcome experience). Hot tub was amazing and perfect after a long day out. We never needed to use the log burner but im sure in the winter months it would be lovely. The owner Arwell was so helpful and was around if needed but never intrusive and the homemade cakes on arrival where so yummy after such a long drive. We would definitely stay here again. If your wanting a peaceful holiday away from it all, you definitely get it here. You do feel like your in the middle of nowhere which for me was heaven. Thank you Arwell, your place is a hidden gem.

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