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"We went to Cariad Cottage to celebrate my 40th bday as a break away from the kids."
The house is well furnished and comfortable. The hot tub is great fun and the bed rooms are lovely. We had plenty of space and came home very happy. The chickens and dogs were very friendly (not in an overwhelming way.) and made us feel just as welcome as the owners. The welcome booklet was filled with all the info we needed plus lots of practical information about the local areas which really helped us. We would be very happy to stay there again.
Reviewed by Rachel4.7★Sep 2024
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"Positive- The house and grounds are accessible for wheelchair users, the beds were comfortable, it’s close to the seaside and the staff were friendly."
Negatives- The games room was a barn where birds could enter and there was bird droppings all over the pool table and other games tables. The hot tub was not accessible for a wheelchair user and the steps did not have a handrail making it challenging for users with poor balance and mobility. Worst of all the property run out of gas on Tuesday morning and was not refilled until Thursday morning, meaning 2 full days without heating, hot water and gas hob/oven was unusable, we were told this was not the owner’s fault and were given a meal from the pub as compensation which in our opinion does not equate to 2 days without basic facilities.
Reviewed by Delyth2.8★Sep 2024
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"Cobwebs and spiders in the corner of ceilings."
Ripped settee and pouffee. Arrived and broken washing machine, not replaced until mid holiday. Z bed frame full of dust. Backdoor lock broken in fairness when we reported it they did offer to come over but we had had enough at this point.. Tumble dryer didn’t work. Shed for rubbish was not maintained annd there was half opened bags of rubbish everywhere .Apart from that it was fine.
Reviewed by Lisa2.5★Aug 2024
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"Lovely holiday, very well equipped and spacious."
Facilities brilliant, 2 families stayed together with ages from 5 to 48 and everyone had a fantastic holiday
Reviewed by Christian5.0★Jun 2024
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"Lovely week away with the family, very quiet the dogs on-site are very friendly, ..."
Lovely week away with the family, very quiet the dogs on-site are very friendly, well behaved and liked to show us around they even liked helping with the fishing, hosts were lovely to talk to and we enjoyed our stay we are definitely thinking about booking again
Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Jun 2024
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"A brilliant space for wheelchair users, dogs and all of us, wouldn’t change a thing."
Thank you for having us.
Reviewed by Jayne5.0★Jun 2024
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"We had a very enjoyable stay at Cariad Cottage, hosts very friendly and welcoming without being intrusive."
The cottage had everything you needed for a comfortable stay the hot tub and games room were a bonus . Beds lovely and comfortable and plenty of towels available. There were also lots of nice morning and evenings walks for the dogs. We enjoyed visiting New Quay, Aberaeron, Cardigan, Tresaith beach (a lovely beach), Castell Henilys (An Iron Age Village a worthwhile visit ). The Moody Cow farm shop and cafe well worth a visit. Happy to recommend this cottage if you want to explore this part of Wales.
Reviewed by Elizabeth5.0★May 2024
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"The cottage comfortably housed our group of 5 adults and 2 dogs for the week."
We had a lovely stay, only improved by the wonderful weather! Inside, everything you could possibly need has been included but the outside area is where this property really shines. The hot tub and bbq were utilised almost daily, and the lawns are a great place for a walk - if you're lucky, the chickens will come over to see you. We can't wait to return next year!
Reviewed by Amanda4.4★May 2024
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"We had a great week in this cottage, in spite of storm Katherine trying to make our week a misery!"
The hot tub was enjoyed by all (would have used more if it had a canopy to keep the rain off while in it given the weather we had during our stay).
The games barn was good to have attached to the house. Bring your own darts as there weren't any during our stay.
The beds were comfy and they provided plenty of towels for hot tub use. Having a tumble dryer was also a bonus.
WiFi was sketchy, which was a bit of a problem for the kids. And although there's a smart TV, we couldn't use it because the WiFi wasn't strong enough.
Overall it was a good stay and we all enjoyed ourselves..
Reviewed by Deborah4.1★Apr 2024
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"Ten of us and two pooches enjoyed our stay at Cariad Cottage."
The location is convenient for some lovely seaside visits and the setting allowed us a break from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The cottage itself has all the amenities you need, including laundry area with washing machine and tumble dryer which is great for muddy clothes, swim suits and towels. The kitchen was well equipped so it felt like a home from home.
Though the hot tub and games room were great additions, both need some maintenance. The pergola surrounding the hot tub could do with a paint and some additional lighting (the intermittent flashing fairy lights were slightly jarring at night) and us adults couldn't play pool and darts as intended because there was only one dart and no white ball for the table. The kids in the party made do anyway but it was a shame for us not to fully make use of that space.
We were concerned that the hot tub wasn't maintained over our stay - the water line was a bit grubby after a couple of uses (owing to there being ten of us) so we didn't use it on our last full day.
General cleanliness was fine but there were some dusty, cobwebby corners and one of the upstairs bathroom bins was full on arrival, as well as some dirty plates in the cupboard (presumably put straight away from the dishwasher without being checked over). Other maintenance issues include a loose tap on the upstairs bathroom sink and the downstairs en suite wet room could do with more effective waterproofing to prevent the water spilling out onto the bedroom floor.
We were slightly disappointed that we didn't feel as welcomed as some of the reviews suggested we would. We only happened to bump into the owner when we were asked to move our car from the side of the house to allow their vehicles access. Our kids were also asked to take the owners' dogs back down the lane to their home; we were confused by this as we understood that they would be roaming about. The kids then worried about interacting with them when they did see them which made us feel like a bit of a nuisance.
We would recommend a stay at Cariad Cottage based on the beautiful location and the ability to stay with a large group, but some aspects did leave us slightly underwhelmed particularly after reading previous reviews.
Reviewed by Daryl3.1★Apr 2024
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"Excellent place for families."
Games room is a bit draughty.. Nice people . Great hot tub..
Reviewed by Martin3.8★Mar 2024
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"Perfect mini- break for family 70th birthday celebrations."
Everything we could have hoped for and reasonably priced too! Lovely cottage in scenic location. Super well equipped cottage everything you could possibly need. We loved the hot- tub and games room. Cooper (our dog) also loved his first holiday and trip to the beach (New Quay), safe enclosed yard bonus too. Would highly recommend. We did not have any disabled guests but the property has really thought through downstairs bedroom and fully equipped disabled washroom (have already recommend to some friends whose parents have mobility needs). Great hosts too- will definitely be back!
Reviewed by Catherine5.0★Mar 2024
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"We had such a good time in the cottage."
The hot tub was brilliant and there was loads of space for everyone. Everything was very clean and it was perfect for a family holiday.
Reviewed by Olivia5.0★Mar 2024
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"More than enough room and facilities to make the stay very comfortable, made better by the hot tub and log burner."
The owners live on site and are very helpful if there are any concerns during your stay.
Beautiful nearby beaches and towns to visit.
Reviewed by Emma4.7★Dec 2023
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"Great wheelchair access with plenty of room to move around, felt spacious even though ten of us were staying."
Great location, close to sea and mountains and the owners were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed by Adam5.0★Dec 2023
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"Beautiful property the pictures don’t do the place justice."
Got lost getting there but the host was very helpful finally found the place. The house was clean upon arrival and even though the host had informed me that they were away for the weekend there was a welcome pack which was very informative which made the stay a lot easy.
Lovely games room the kids loved it couldn’t stay out of it. The Jacuzzi wow is all I can say.
Had a few plumbing issues which I told the host who immediately had them attended too even though there were not around.
Overall the place is amazing and hoping to book again and come in summer I think we will enjoy it even more
Reviewed by Lynnet4.7★Nov 2023
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"It was a truly incredible experience."
I was a silly sod on arrival and ended up getting my car stuck and we went to ask the owners if they had any rope to pull me out and straight away they offered to pull out the car. Nothing was too much trouble for the owners and they offered a number of additional amenities if we needed. Visited with 7 friends for a nice quiet hen weekend and I honestly couldn't have asked for a more amazing place to stay.
Reviewed by Stevie5.0★Oct 2023
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"A wonderfully located cottage with beautiful surroundings."
The owner, Ray, was very welcoming and friendly and left us a thoughtful arrival package which was lovely. There was also a very helpful information booklet about the house and the area. The cottage was very spacious with absolutely everything you need for a comfortable stay. It was clean, fresh and lovingly decorated. The piano at the top of the stairs was a hit with the children. There is a private decked area out the back with a large hot tub, which was magically lit at night with the use of fairy lights. A definite added delight. The working development of the games room was an added bonus too, as the children spent lots of time on the pool table and ping-pong table. There is a small outdoor play area that had a trampoline, swing and tree house that were all disable friendly, which was perfect for us, as we had disabled family members in our party. We had fresh eggs delivered to our cottage one morning from the chickens on site and the owners dogs were lovely, friendly and well behaved. They played with our dog whenever they were out, which was lovely to see. There were horses on the land to go and see and the lovely little lakes to walk around. The Fantasy Farm Park, which is only about 10 minutes drive, is an absolute must. It was very reasonably priced and we spent the whole day there. You can feed and pet the animals, go on a short nature walk, ride the rodeo, race the go-carts, peddle the boats and much more. The tractor ride around the field was brilliant. The supermarkets are about 25 minutes drive away, with Tesco, Morrisons, Home Bargains and Iceland in the same area, along with a few smaller ones. Some will actually deliver to the cottage. On the whole, the stay was absolutely way and above our expectations. Ray is an absolute credit as a host and all the party had an amazing stay. We will definitely be back again.
Reviewed by Linsey5.0★Jul 2023
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"The place was lovely and well equiped - the owner was no-intrusive but available ..."
The place was lovely and well equiped - the owner was no-intrusive but available at all times if anything happens - the only thing I would comment on is the bugs in the courtyard - especially early evening - I would recomment bring bug reppellant - The working progress of the games room is great for the kids to mess about in - as its a working progress it will get better as time goes on - depending on usage etc - A comment that is missing on the listing is the visits from birds of pray most evening/afternoon - so great for any twichers out there :)
Reviewed by Karl4.7★Jun 2023
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"The property is in a beautiful spot ,the owners are very friendly ,we had a ..."
The property is in a beautiful spot ,the owners are very friendly ,we had a leak in the bedroom before we got their but was all sorted ,offered us the other property if we weren't happy ,once it became free on Sunday but we chose to stay where we were ,the only thing I would recommend is a few more rails in the disabled shower, and a bit of a deep clean throughout, and no welcome pack ,even just milk and tea etc to have a drink ,most places we stay at have left something ,but apart from that it was lovely
Reviewed by Charlotte3.4★May 2023
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"Would highly recommend!"
We had an amazing family holiday and made some wonderful memories. The teenagers really enjoyed the games room, it is a lovely addition to the cottage. There were plenty of nice walks for the dogs, a lovely grassy area for them to run around in and a very good enclosed decking spot. The younger kids (and us adults!) loved the hot tub and fire pit, plus the little park and tree house. We had a few maintenance issues which were resolved immediately by the owners.
We would love to come back and stay in your beautiful cottage.
Reviewed by Tara4.4★Apr 2023
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"Absolutely brilliant much needed holiday, perfect hosts really enjoyed feeding carrots and apples to the horses, and we cooked some sausages for Barcus , Archie and of course little Ruby who was allowed a small portion they were so friendly I am missing them."
The cottage had all you need for a perfect stay and anything else you only have to ask and they were there to help you. I would have liked the piano to be more accessible but it will need at least two strong people to get it down the stairs hopefully Ray can get they sorted for future guests. Thank you so much for your hospitality tea and burgers in your beautiful home.
Reviewed by Carole5.0★Apr 2023
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"Ray and Dawn were great
When we broke down on the way Ray rescued us!"
Lovely people!
Thank you!
Reviewed by Susan3.8★Mar 2023
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"Ray & Dawn are fantastic people so helpful and friendly they couldn't do anymore for us if they tried."
We had a fantastic stay and will defo be going back next year. If a disabled person is looking for a lovely stay then this is it my daughter is in a wheelchair but does transfer herself, and everything was fully accessible for her. Thankyou for a fabulous stay xxx
Reviewed by Donna5.0★Mar 2023
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"Absolutely fantastic."
Ray and Dawn were excellent hosts. Cariad Cottage had everything we needed. The hot tub was superb. I had my first go at fishing in the lake and couldn't fail to catch a fish. Very enjoyable. I am happy to recommend to anyone.
Reviewed by Philip5.0★Feb 2023
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"Nice comfortable property with almost everything you need."
Oven gloves and a mitt for the log burner would be useful other than the very small details great place Lovely friendly hosts had a nice Christmas stay with family the pool table in the outbuildings were a hit with the teenagers. Would have preferred the hot tub under shelter and slightly hotter. Overall really nice stay. Thank you.
Reviewed by Catherine4.7★Dec 2022
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"Had a really lovely stay here."
The owners were really friendly. The cottage is cosy comfy and has everything you need. Lovely place to get away from it all if your looking for some peace and quiet. Cottage is around 10 mins drive from the beautiful aberaeron which has a lovely harbour, nice places to eat and all the amenities you could need for a week away.
Reviewed by Olivia5.0★Oct 2022
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"An amazing property and great location, owners wherever so helpful and made our ..."
An amazing property and great location, owners wherever so helpful and made our stay easy and enjoyable will definitely be back and be recommending to others
Reviewed by Halima5.0★Jul 2022
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"We had an amazing stay at Cariad."
The cottage was lovely, the park and area was perfect for the kids (12, 10 & 3) and of course the hot tub was a huge hit. We had a little stroll around the grounds down to the lake and it was beautiful, such a lovely setting. Barcus and Archie were a huge hit with the kids, lovely friendly dogs. We felt very welcome and had everything we needed, would definitely come again. Thank you!
Reviewed by Delphine4.7★May 2022
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"We absolutely loved our stay!"
The owners were superb and helped us out with anything that we needed. Such a lovely couple with a beautiful home. The cottage was perfect for all our needs - child friendly, dog friendly and wheelchair friendly and accessible. Couldn’t recommend the place enough!
Reviewed by Dee4.7★May 2022
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"Spacious accomodation for 6 adults 3 children aged 2 to 4 and a golden retriever."
Hot tub enjoyed by all especially children. Thank you Dawn and Ray for the warm welcome.
Reviewed by Greg5.0★Mar 2022
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"The cottage was perfect in every way."
Comfortable. Luxurious. Spacious. Every facility was provided. The owners went above and beyond to ensure our holiday was enjoyable . Also warm and friendly.
Reviewed by Darlene5.0★Mar 2022
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"This cottage is absolutely beautiful, the owners are lovely very friendly/helpful."
The children loved the park, and seeing the horses.
The cottage is in a brilliant area, there’s a farm 7 minutes away the kids loved
aberystwyth 20mins to the right of us and new quay 20 mins to the left absolutely stunning. (If I remember right haha Google it lol)
We are booking again.
Reviewed by Jamie5.0★Mar 2022
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"We had a wonderful, relaxing and tranquil week away."
The cottage is equipped with everything you need. The hot tub is amazing. Beds are comfy. Log burner is just lovely. The owners were very friendly and helpful. We took our two dogs - one likes to escape, so the garden was a worry for me, but I needn't have worried as the garden was very secure which meant i could relax. Short drives to some beautifully stunning places - Llangrannog, New Quay, Aberaeron, Aberystwyth
We had a lovely time and was just what was needed after a recent unexpected Bereavement. I definitely needed that week to get away from it all, so thank you ❤
Reviewed by Alison4.7★Jan 2022
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"We have absolutely loved our stay at Cariad Cottage."
Thank you for your kindness and loving hospitality, you were truly gracious hosts and we fully appreciated everything you did, especially going out of your way to accommodate us. You were so quick to attend to all our needs. All in all, this is a beautiful cottage, run by a wonderful family, who took great care of us and made us feel at home! The only thing we loved more than this cottage, was Barcus and Archie!! They were so friendly and sociable. It was also a bonus to have the horses on site to visit and the piano in the house, which we played everyday to entertain us. Can’t thank you both enough!
We will definitely be recommending this place to all our friends and family. Be back again soon.
Reviewed by Karishma5.0★Dec 2021
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"All 10 of us had a lovely weekend here."
The place is beautiful. Our accommodation was perfect, beds were comfortable and lots of room. Hot tub out the back is lovely with all the pretty lights. We all thoroughly enjoyed. We'll definitely come back! The owner was extremely nice and helpful. We loved Ty Cariad. Thank you for letting us stay
Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Nov 2021
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"What a fantastic cottage!"
Great location in a gorgeous part of the world. The owner couldn’t have been more helpful, ensuring we had everything we needed and was on hand if we had any queries. The cottage is fully wheelchair friendly which made all the difference to our party and we were able to enjoy a magical week on the west Wales coast. The owner also showed us around the next door property which he also owns and would be absolutely ideal for a larger party requiring disabled access. I can’t recommend this place enough. It’s an amazing place and the hot tub was just the icing on a particularly gorgeous cake.
Reviewed by John4.7★Oct 2021
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"We have just got back from a fantastic stay here."
The house was very clean and cosy, and the location is perfect. The hosts are incredibly helpful and friendly and made us feel very welcome. The facilities for wheelchair users were brilliant and made the stay inclusive but also very safe!
Cannot recommend this place enough and cannot wait to return! Thank you to the owners for letting us stay in such a wonderful place!
Reviewed by Sian5.0★Sep 2021
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"Excellent place and area, the hosts were extremely friendly and helpful"
Reviewed by Gary5.0★Sep 2021
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"We really enjoyed our stay, we had the best time."
The owners went that extra mile an let the children learn about and ride the horses. Our children want to go back next year . They loved it that much. Central to lots of days out. Perfect place.
Reviewed by Michelle5.0★Aug 2021
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"The owners were extremely helpful."
Reviewed by Ashley4.7★Jul 2021
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"Very spacious house, full with facilities to use including a piano which kept us entertained for hours."
Excellent grounds, grass, park, and ponds something for everyone to enjoy. 2 lovely child friendly dogs roaming around who just want to play with you. Ray & Dawn excellent hosts, very welcoming and helpful. Dawn let us brush her pride and joy the horses which was a lovely gesture. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed by Darrian4.7★Jun 2021
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"Firstly a massive thanks to Ray and Dawn for a lovely week at Cariad cottage."
The family and I had a lovely stay and settled in straight away. This cottage is perfect for a family get away and has everything you will possibly need. We had a very warm welcome and loved every minute. A very peaceful and quiet location but perfect for daily trips to local attractions. We where lucky to have clear dark night skies and I can honestly say never seen so many stars, it was amazing. A great week all round, I would definitely recommend Cariad cottage, you will not be disappointed. Thanks guys.
Reviewed by Terry5.0★Sep 2020
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"This Cottage was absolutely brilliant."
It was everything we expected and more. It was everything we could have wanted for our visit for our parents 70th Birthdays. The owners were also very accommodating and even provided a brand new high chair as we had a little one with us. We shall defiantly return.
Highly Recommended.
The Disson Family
Reviewed by Joseph5.0★Sep 2020
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"Lovely cottage, great location in piece full countryside setting."
Very clean with good facilities. Dog friendly too. Dawn and Ray were fabulous hosts.
Reviewed by Victoria5.0★Aug 2020
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"A great base for exploring West Wales - friendly, accommodating owners too."
Eight family members and one dog very much enjoyed our stay in this clean and spacious accommodation. There were three good sized double bedrooms with spacious ensuite bathroom facilities and a compact twin room, but plenty of room on the landing for storage of cases etc.
The owners were very welcoming and helpful throughout our stay, attending to a minor maintenance issue immediately.
In a tranquil inland setting the cottage is ideally placed for visiting coastal towns and there are walks from the doorstep for canine friends. The owners dogs, Archie and Barkus were very friendly - eager to meet and greet.
Lovely organic farm nearby for vegetables and, if in Lampeter, there's also a great store there that does all manner of gourmet and everyday produce and lovely bread - Watson and Pratts and Lampeter Bakehouse. Anyone looking for Welsh quilts and blankets might like to check out the array of vintage stock at Jen Jones (Llanbydder).
New Quay offers paddle boarding,kayaking and dolphin watch boat tours (we were lucky enough to see them in the bay from the harbour side). Llangrannog (down steep twisitng lanes) also seems to offer surfing and surf kayaking - when the weather permits (maybe not during storm Francis which made it's presence felt during our stay) - and there is RNLI cover too.
Thanks to Ray and Dawn for a great stay.
Reviewed by Anne4.4★Aug 2020
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"The holiday was lovely and the owners were very friendly and welcoming."
Due to circumstances beyond anyone’s control we did have some issues either the plumbing due to the septic tank which was quickly sorted. A dryer would have been beneficial due to 8 people trying to get washing dry. Free eggs were amazing thank you so much and my granddaughters loved the hot tub
Beaches, gin tasting and amazing seafood
Reviewed by Ann4.4★Aug 2020
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"Great cottage, really nice owners could do enough to help and recommended a lovely pub for food "the white swan" food was amazing."
Reviewed by Phillip5.0★Jul 2020
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"Great cottage and owners were lovely."
However it said it sleeps 11 which is a bit of an push! It comfortably sleeps 8 with one main bathroom and two en suites. 11 people is massive squeeze consider seeing there is no place to put an extra sofa bed/single bed apart from the living room or landing area. The house itself was great and the hot tub was brilliant. Only recommendation would be for the hot tub or outside area to have some sort of cover and somewhere to put towels on a rainy day! Also the oven barely cooked any food so cooking for 10 people took forever - with a waiting time for a pizza of an hour! Needs a bigger oven and fridge to accommodate larger numbers of people. Rooms could do with a refresh - especially the beds and mattresses, which were creaky and lumpy! However we had a really good stay and the owners and the area was lovely! Just a few modifications and the stay would have been perfect. Need to advertise this as an 8 person house with the option of 2 spare beds. Don’t turn up with couples and expect them to sleep on the landing or in someone else’s room!
Reviewed by Sian3.4★Oct 2019
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"The hosts Dawn and Ray are lovely people, extremely friendly and helped us to choose a lovely place for lunch."
The facilities were wonderful and the hot tube really relaxed us all. The 2 lakes which you could walk to and take in the country air were a lovely surprise and the fresh eggs from their chickens were very tasty. If I ever wanted to do a group booking in future, we would definitely go back to the lovely cariad cottage.
Reviewed by Zuwena4.4★Oct 2019
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"Very very happy to be there, we really enjoy our time."
Nice clean house, nice big garden. 5star comfort ! Thank you and hope to go there again !
Reviewed by Damian5.0★Sep 2019
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"We love Cariad Cottage it's the second time we have stayed."
Agreat cottage that has all we need and close enough to Aberaeron and Aberystwyth to explore. Ray and Dawn always look after us and it's completely dog friendly. We are going back next year.
Reviewed by Tracey5.0★Aug 2019
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"Excellent family holiday cottage with plenty of things to do within very shirt drive from Dolphin spotting, crabbing to coastal walks & BBQ on the beach."
With very friendly owners, Ray/Dawn, near by for any questions about “what to do?”
Supply of fresh eggs from the free roaming chickens every morning & massive hot-tub to relax after a heavy days activity
Go.. Relax & enjoy yourself!
Reviewed by Indur4.7★Aug 2019
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"Our stay at Cariad cottage was just perfect!"
The cottage itself is beautiful and no detail has been missed. The surrounding area is beautiful. The park on site and the animals was perfect as it kept the children happy! And the adults! We had the perfect family holiday and would 100% go back, and will be!
Reviewed by Cayla5.0★Jun 2019
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"Great cottage very very spacious and fabulous grounds to walk the dog."
Best dog friendly cottage I have stayed in.
Reviewed by Catherine5.0★Jun 2019
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"The cottage was beautiful and so relaxing."
We was in the hot tub every night and the location was perfect for venturing out with the children and dog. Owner were so accommodating and friendly they really helped us feel at home and get the most from our stay. We wasn’t bored once while here because there is so much to do for everyone, it’s excellent..
Reviewed by Leanne5.0★May 2019
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"Very comfortable, well appointed home from home."
Spotlessly clean. Very friendly and helpful hosts.
Reviewed by Joanne5.0★May 2019
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"The cottage was well equipped for large groups especially the kitchen."
All furniture was comfortable and I felt completely able to relax in such surroundings. The hot tub was wonderful to this 51 year old granny and 57 year grandad as we have never been in one before. The rest of the family also enjoyed it too.
The on-site owners were helpful and provided a supply of eggs from their chickens and also had use of their back garden playground area for our 2 year old grand daughter.
Obviously the wonderful Easter Bank Holiday weather was a bonus and helped us enjoy the hot tub and alfresco dining during the evening's.
Thank you all. The Alonzo Family
Reviewed by Julie5.0★Apr 2019
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"This was a family holiday with my three children, their partners and four grandchildren (under 3)."
The cottage was perfect for us, plenty of room for the children to play indoors and outside. They really enjoyed the chickens and visiting the horses. There was the added bonus of the hot tub for the adults. The owners, Ray and Dawn were really friendly and helpful. A really enjoyable week.
Reviewed by Jenny5.0★Mar 2019
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"The cottage was very much more spacious than we had anticipated and suited our family perfectly."
The three double bedrooms ( all en-suite, one with a bath) were a good size, clean and comfortable and for our daughter, husband and two young children the layout was excellent, as the children's room was situated next to a double and almost formed its own apartment.
The kitchen was well equipped and communal spaces, excellent.
The hosts were lovely, and even offered us a lift to and from our family event which was in a nearby hotel.
Parking was no problem, even for our large vehicles, and when you know you are looking for a ship with lights, it’s pretty easy to find too.
The grounds provided a safe play area and our youngsters enjoyed seeing the animals.
We look forward to using this lovely cottage again sometime.
Reviewed by Steven5.0★Mar 2019
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"We spend an amazing 3 days here as a large group of friends."
The cottage was beautiful, very clean and had everything that we needed. The kitchen was well equipped and had a few basic ingredients in the cupboards. We hardly saw the hosts after checking in and felt as if we had the area to ourselves. Ray was great and told us the basics about the house and area. Upon arrival we were also greeted by Barkus (lovely chocolate lab) and a cheeky chicken who kept trying to sneak her way into the living room. The hot tub was ready for us upon arrival and got plenty of use throughout our stay. There was also plenty of wood for the wood burner. We also visited the lovely horses and walked around he lakes. Most mornings we were joined in the garden by the owners dogs, it felt just like home. This cottage has everything you need for a relaxing break in the countryside. We would definitely come back again.
Reviewed by Linzi5.0★Feb 2019
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"The cottage was just great- really spacious and well-equipped so the whole family had plenty of room to spread out."
We loved the hot tub, great kitchen and general comforts (like plenty of towels supplied, dishwasher tablets and other necessities that not all holiday cottages provide). Lovely hosts too! Our children enjoyed the playground and meeting the family. All in all, highly recommended as a comfortable base in West Wales. We would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed by Penny5.0★Feb 2019
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"The location is perfect."
The cottage made a large family including two dogs very happy! Everything was spot on and the rooms were very comfortable and spacious. The hot tub was a bit and the log burner made the evenings extra cosy. We could not have been happier!
Reviewed by Beverley5.0★Feb 2019
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"Had a wonderful xmas the cottage was all decorated and looked great."
Ray and Dawn were very helpful and made us feel like part of the family. It really was a home from home and we couldn't have asked for a friendlier reception. Nothing was too much trouble! Great facilities for full time wheelchair user and brilliant setting. Outside space was amazing , didn't think our collie was going to want to come home. Already booked another stay!! Thanks for a lovely holiday
Reviewed by Stella5.0★Dec 2018
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"We had a great stay at the Cariad Cottage."
It was well equipped and very spacious. There were 9 of us and we had plenty of room. Would definitely recommend
Reviewed by Lisa5.0★Oct 2018
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"Beautiful cottage in a lovely part of Wales."
The owners went above and beyond to ensure we had everything we needed and could not have been more welcoming. We had a great holiday and would recommend Cariad Cottage to anyone looking for a peaceful location, just a short drive to stunning coastline. Our second time using Sykes cottages and not disappointed.
Reviewed by Gladys5.0★Oct 2018
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"It was a bit hard finding the place, however the cottage was beautiful, I don't think the pictures do it justice, its was better in real life."
very helpful landlords, pets overly friendly and seeing the horses was amazing. the only issue that we faced was with the hot tub, it was getting dirty so quickly I think there was a problem with the filter, and only advise is make to have a tent over the hottub or something. but other than that it was amazing I would definitely would be returning there with the family
Reviewed by Kauthar4.4★Sep 2018
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"Lovely spacious, well equiped cottage however cottage, outside space and grounds needed some tlc."
Reviewed by Susan4.1★Aug 2018
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"Tea towels would have been useful and hand towels in the kitchen"
Reviewed by Michael3.8★Jul 2018
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"Lovely house nicely presented in a quiet location."
It felt private away from owners house meaning we could enjoy the garden and house without feeling overlooked.
Dawn and Ray were very friendly and helpful and a lot of hard work as obviously gone into the lovely house.
One minor observation was that the sofa/chair beds weren't made up for our arrival and that they are a little tired and not very comfy compared to the rest of the beds. Also the jack and Jill bathroom does not have a shower (despite having the fittings) which was a little chaotic with having 10 adults.
We really enjoyed our stay and the proximity to the local beaches and the weather was perfect!
Reviewed by Emma3.8★May 2018
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"I am a wheelchair user and was impressed with the friendly and constructive way Ray and Dawn helped with my particular needs."
Reviewed by Roger5.0★Feb 2018
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"We stayed at Cariad Cottage 3rd/10th November - we expected peace and quiet and got it in abundance."
The welcome from Dawn and Ray was lovely and nothing was too much trouble, it was as though we had known them for years. We were free to wander with our dog around the land and visited the stables to say hello to the horses. The cottage is warm, cosy and the wood burner on a chilly November night was fabulous. Everything we needed was there and the hot tub was a huge hit with the family even with frost on the ground !!! Despite being very peaceful you are only 15 mins from Aberaeron where there are lovely local shops etc. We are already sorting out our four busy lives for a visit next year !!!
Reviewed by Tracey5.0★Nov 2017
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"The hot tub was a hit with everyone."
Reviewed by Raymond4.6★Oct 2017
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"Lovely cottage and lovely owners."
We were able to do everything we wanted and more. A great space beautiful location
Reviewed by Rachel5.0★Apr 2017
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