Pen Y Bryn

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

26 Customer Review(s)

“Very peaceful and great views!”

We had very relaxing week at this lovely cottage, hot tub was great, views amazing, dog friendly garden and area. Owners helpful but not intrusive. Very nice walks right from the door and the views was just lovely. Thank you for having us, would love to come back soon! Mia&James&Fluffy

We had very relaxing week at this lovely cottage, hot tub was great, views amazing, dog friendly garden and area. Owners helpful but not intrusive. Very nice walks right from the door and the views was just lovely. Thank you for having us, would love to come back soon! Mia&James&Fluffy

- Jurko77, January 2020
“The stay here was perfect for our stay, the host were great and they left you alone but were there if you needed them.”

The views were amazing and if you like horses they are right next door. The hot tub was very clean and hot the outhouse was perfect for this so your not running in and out of the main house for the toilet etc The location of the house was 25min drive to the beach and Morrisons/Petrol etc and local attractions Kitchen was fully equipped and the heating and hot water was spot on considering there was 4 ladies and 2 dogs Etc the main bathroom is in the house the other shower facilities and washing machine is in the outhouse. The only thing I would say is the garden is described as enclosed however it is but not securely we had two small dogs a Westie and a Shitzu size and they managed to squeeze out by the main gate which you shut to put your car on..and also whilst on the long lead our dog managed to squeeze her head through the gaps in the fencing..so she would of escaped again, this meant we had to keep the dogs on their lead every time we took them out for a toilet break etc..Where as if it was in the summer you’d be on the patio sitting outside which this would be very annoying and scary.. So I would say be carful with this and have a good look around as there is a road which cars can drive very fast down and not to mention the horses in the field at the rear. On the whole fabulous place to spend the New Year break, many thanks x

- Amanda Scott, December 2019
“Wish we had been staying at Pen Y Bryn for longer it was a great place with super views !”

!!Do hope to stay longer next time !!!!!

- Mrs Best, December 2019
“The cottage is lovely and the hot tub is superb especially in the cold weather.”

For us the location is ideal for visiting family in the village and getting out and about in the beautiful countryside. Just two negatives for us. The double bed in the large double room could do with a larger duvet as the small double doesn't quite cover you when your partner rolls over, bits of you get a bit chilly. The cleanliness in the kitchen and bathroom could do with a little more attention to detail. Lovely to have condiments provided but the bottles were grubby and oily. Also a lot of dirty marks on walls near to door and next to bin. Same in the bathroom, all-round cleanliness is good but spoiled by really black silicone around the shower and a lot of dust and cobwebs below sink and behind little drawers. We understand that this may seem like nit-picking but it is the difference between a nice place and a superb place.

- Mrs Browne, December 2019
“Fabulous cottage, great hot tub.”

Lovely and cosy with beautiful views. Very friendly and helpful owners. Would definitely book again. Thank you

- Mrs Eveson, December 2019
“What an amazing holiday home pen bryn is, from the moment we arrived we were blown away, the owner was a lovely man who met us there to show us the basics there were fresh flowers, beautiful home made cake and biscuits (the lemon cake was to die for).”

The house is done the best standard even the simple things such as the furniture are beautiful soil wood, the location itself is just stunning and peaceful we loved the views! The garden is beautiful my boys and dogs loved playing in it. The hot tub wow! It was fantastic super clean and perfectly maintained we loved sitting in it looking out to the beautiful views, I loved the drying room what a great idea! My boys loved the football table! We had the most fantastic time and will definitely be booking again! Thank you so much

- Mrs Atmore, August 2019
“Fantastic cottage it had everything we needed for a very relaxing holiday, having taken cottage holidays for years now and this one was right up there with the best.”

A great location overlooking the wonderful Welsh countryside and hardly any passing traffic, extremely quiet. Very secure and well looked after garden, we took our dog and she loved it. The one facility that lifted it to the top of our ratings was having the shower/drying room adjacent to the hot tub, we haven't come across this before and it makes it much easier to make full use of the hot tub without having to go through the main accommodation to get changed. We will definitely return next year if the owners decide to let it as a holiday home. Neil, Jac & Wispa

- Mr Herrick, August 2019
“Wonderful holiday had, cottage was lovely & the hosts were fabulous, nothing too much trouble for them.”

Welcomed with home made cake and fresh flowers which was delightful. Highly recommend for a quiet relaxing holiday. Perfect

- Ms Barker, July 2019
“Lovely cottage, superb location for Devils Bridge, Aberystwyth, New quay, and Borth.”

Great hosts, superb facilities, great secluded garden and hot tub. Best to travel to location from Aberyswyth to avoid single track roads. Peaceful location if you want a week to chill.

- Bmwm2white, July 2019
“The bed in one double was more 3/4 rather than a double”

- Mrs Triance, June 2019
“It would be an advantage for customers to be advised on the best travel route to the property as satellite navigation did take us down narrow single roads with no passing places.”

Otherwise a good property and location.

- Mr Mcdowall, June 2019
“The directions given to get to Pen Y Bryn should mention that it is along a single track road for around 3 miles - not for the faint hearted!”

! There were no pull in/lay by points either just one or two farmers gates. Fortunately we didn't meet anything coming the other way! It would be good to advise bookers of this, and suggest that they could approach Llanafan from Aberystwyth instead as it is a much more straightforward (and less heart stopping!) route. It only added about another 20 minutes to our journey time (coming from Telford in Shropshire). Pen Y Bryn itself was wonderful - a real home from home, out of the way place to relax and chill. The hot tub was absolutely amazing and beautiful walks nearby added to a great week here (if only the weather had played ball.....). The owners were helpful but not intrusive and the two minor issues we had were dealt with quickly. Thoroughly recommend this cottage!

- Mrs Wright, June 2019
“The cottage made a wonderful base for exploring the beautiful local countryside.”

It was close to perfect and so very peaceful. The added bonus of the hot tub just makes it worth going back to again.

- Mr Chatwin, June 2019
“Lovely cottage, great location”

My wife and I have always said we would never get a holiday home as you wouldn’t want to return to the same location year on year. BUT..... this is the third year on a trot we have spent a week at Pen Y Bryn and we love it. The cottage is spot on, just the right size, clean, tidy and comfortable. The garden is secure and fantastic for sunbathing, eating and for our golden retriever to run around in. The local area has lots of dog walks direct from the cottage (one is literally on the other side of the road and goes into woodland). Every time we return we find other walks. This time, we thought we would try out the Black Lion pub nearby which is really nice, clean and tidy and also dog friendly. Food is great, home cooked and a good price. Weather has helped no doubt but we love it!

- Pete G, May 2019
“Beautiful cottage!”

Everything you need. Big garden closed off. Amazing hottube. Good size rooms. We loved it

- Miss Hubbard, September 2018
“Peaceful, friendly and relaxing”

My wife and I stayed here for a week and loved it, it is in a very peaceful place. The cottage is well equipped and we didn't want for anything, the hot tub was a real treat especially in the rain! The outhouse next to the tub, with shower, toilets and drying facilities was a real bonus. The owners were also very helpful with tips on walks and dog friendly places to eat. On the evening of our arrival there was a community barbecue at the village hall, everyone was so friendly it was heartwarming. A kind lady even came and took charge of our dog while we ate our food. The walk behind the cottage up into the hills is very good with great views of the area. On clear evenings the night sky was awe-inspiring. We ate out at The Glengower in Aberystwyth, the Black Lion at Llanrhystud and the Falcon Inn at Llanilar (separate review) and enjoyed all of them. We really enjoyed our stay and would like to visit again in the future.

- c0lby, September 2018
“Really beautiful part of Wales, stunning scenery , lovely village and kind hearted community.”

Cottage was pretty , extremely well eqqipped, very comfortable .Hot tub was amazing and we spent hours relaxing in it.The walks we went on with the dog were breath taking, Would recommend it to others.

- Mrs Doherty, August 2018
“Because of the heat we were fighting off flies , even in the hot tub.”

The other little point was no chairs to use in the garden to lounge on .we did enjoy our holiday, and we felt they needed some fans as the house was very hot. These are only suggestions as we did enjoy our holiday. As we had two dogs we found it difficult to find a local pub with a garden so we could get lunch/dinner

- Mrs Montgomery, June 2018
“We had a fabulous week at Pen y Bryn.”

The hosts are very friendly and made sure the hot tub is kept in tip top condition. The house is well organised with lots of thoughtful little touches - including: fresh flowers in the kitchen, welsh cakes on arrival, dog towels, foot towels for using whilst enjoying the hot tub. The wash room was always warm and is a great addition to the house. The views from the garden are gorgeous, we saw red kite flying above us every day. We thoroughly enjoyed eating out on the terrace. The surrounding area is great for walks, our dogs loved exploring. I would definitely recommend and hope to visit again.

- Ms Paterson, May 2018
“This is a beautiful cottage in a really lovely setting.”

It feels like a home from home. The cottage is well equipped, cosy and was very clean and well maintained. The owners are lovely and made sure we had everything we needed. We have already booked a return visit.

- Mrs Bernamont, February 2018
“A beautiful cottage in an amazing location.”

You can enjoy the days spent here whatever the weather. The attention to details and comfort was fantastic the owners are welcoming and easy to contact for anything you need. There is so much to do right on the doorstep of the cottage. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend this to anyone wanting relaxation, things to do and a great house to stay in with a lovely hot, hot tub!

- Mrs Bond, February 2018
“Stunning”

Beautiful cottage with stunning views. Everything here is spot on. Comfy beds, lovely wood burner, spacious rooms & an amazing hot tub. The dogs loved it too with a fully enclosed garden. We would love to come back!

- everdreamer, November 2016
“Excellent base for exploring”

Good little cottage in a small village off the beaten track, it is well presented and very clean, the owners are friendly and helpful and respect your privacy. Booking was a no fuss affair and the owners kept in touch with directions and information long before we arrived This place served us well for exploring this area of Wales with beautiful coastlines and small towns to visit There are plenty of walks to be done (plenty of maps supplied in the cottage) within the local area If you are in the mood for driving I would highly recommend heading inland past Devils bridge and taking the mountain road through the Elan Valley, spectacular. Last but not least the hot tub is simply brilliant especially at night under the stars. We had a good stay and recommend that you visit and explore the area

- Russell M, June 2016
“Fantastic getaway cottage”

Just beautiful! Cottage is lovely, garden and hot tub and clean and the views are incredible. Would highly recommend. Only a short drive from Aberystwyth.

- Jeni192, May 2016
“What an amazing cottage”

This is a wonderful cottage with everything you could possibly want, it is tastefully decorated and furnished and spotless. We were met by the owner, Byron who showed us around the property and explained everything we would need to know. There were homemade scones and flowers waiting for us, which was a lovely touch. The wood burning stove is great for a cosy night in and the hot tub is superb, it certainly is a great way to relax after a busy day sightseeing. Having stayed is a lot of properties with hot tubs this is certainly the best one by far. The location is great for a quiet relaxing break and the scenery is breath taking which ever way you go. We had three young children and there is plenty of space for them and us, and the wifi was great for children. I would definitely recommend this property, you certainly won't be disappointed.

- RD_NJ_Kelly, November 2015
“Fantastic”

Stayed here with my girlfriend and her parents as a nice get away for the week. Pen Y Bryn is a fantastic get away as there is nothing around you. You can loose your self in this cottage, as it is a home away from. Lovely wood burning fire, which they provide, logs for, extra for additional fee but worth it :) My girlfriend’s dad has now bought one just because of this holiday! Jacuzzi is awesome so relaxing you literally could fall asleep. And at night when you turn the lights off you can look up and see stars, as there is no light pollution. Views and walks around the area are fantastic and Aberystwyth is only a short journey in the car to pick up any shopping, One of the best holidays we’ve had and were returning again this year. :)

- Scott Q, May 2015
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The property

This charming, detached 19th century stone cottage stands in the small rural village of Llanafan near to Devil's Bridge in Mid Wales.

This Llanafan cottage has been carefully renovated to create a welcoming, cosy atmosphere and it is surrounded by beautiful wooded hills and green fields, which help make it a perfect location situated between the Cambrian Mountains and the Cardigan Bay coastline.

The accommodation at this Mid Wales cottage consists of three first floor bedrooms, a well-equipped kitchen and a cosy sitting room with the benefit of a woodburning stove.

This Wales holiday cottage has two fully-enclosed lawned gardens and a delightful front patio perfect for dining alfresco while watching red kites and buzzards soar overhead.

It also offers a discreet side patio benefiting from a superior hot tub to seat all your party, with convenient access to a pleasant garden changing room with shower facilities.

What a wonderful way to relax after a long day exploring the local countryside!

This delightful Llanafan cottage is enclosed by stunning countryside, which is renowned for its walking, mountain biking and birdwatching, as well as wonderful beaches to the west and the Cambrian Mountains to the east.

A magnificent location for a peaceful and relaxing holiday in a beautiful part of Wales.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x 4' double, 1 x single
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburning stove and patio doors to garden with hot tub
External changing room and utility.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer in external utility, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request
Off road parking for 2 cars
Two lawned gardens, one with small pond, and patio with hot tub and furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 3.5 miles.

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LLANAFAN

Devil’s Bridge 5 miles; Aberystwyth 10 miles.

Llanafan is a small, pretty village situated in a beautiful rural location north of the River Ystwyth. It nestles between the Cambrian Mountains and the stunning Cardigan Bay coastline and is only ten miles from the popular seaside town of Aberystwyth and eleven miles from the market town of Tregaron. Five miles away is Devil’s Bridge which has been a tourist attraction for centuries and was celebrated by author George Borrow who wrote Wild Wales in 1854. Devil's Bridge is served by the Devil's Bridge railway station on the historic narrow-gauge Vale of Rheidol Railway, which provides wonderful scenery along the ride to the coast. Four miles in the opposite directions brings you to the Hafod forest estate, with its restored walled garden and a number of way-marked, landscaped walks for all ability levels. Visit Robbers Cave to discover a waterfall carved into a cave, or wander higher up into the valley for some incredible views. This whole area boasts stunning scenery and wildlife and is renowned for walking, cycling, fishing and bird watching as well as trips to the beautiful Cardigan Bay coastline with its wild cliffs and sandy beaches.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Very peaceful and great views!”

“The stay here was perfect for our stay, the host were great and they left you alone but were there if you needed them.”

“Wish we had been staying at Pen Y Bryn for longer it was a great place with super views !”

“The cottage is lovely and the hot tub is superb especially in the cold weather.”

“Fabulous cottage, great hot tub.”

“What an amazing holiday home pen bryn is, from the moment we arrived we were blown away, the owner was a lovely man who met us there to show us the basics there were fresh flowers, beautiful home made cake and biscuits (the lemon cake was to die for).”

“Fantastic cottage it had everything we needed for a very relaxing holiday, having taken cottage holidays for years now and this one was right up there with the best.”

“Wonderful holiday had, cottage was lovely & the hosts were fabulous, nothing too much trouble for them.”

“Lovely cottage, superb location for Devils Bridge, Aberystwyth, New quay, and Borth.”

“The bed in one double was more 3/4 rather than a double”

“It would be an advantage for customers to be advised on the best travel route to the property as satellite navigation did take us down narrow single roads with no passing places.”

“The directions given to get to Pen Y Bryn should mention that it is along a single track road for around 3 miles - not for the faint hearted!”

“The cottage made a wonderful base for exploring the beautiful local countryside.”

“Lovely cottage, great location”

“Beautiful cottage!”

“Peaceful, friendly and relaxing”

“Really beautiful part of Wales, stunning scenery , lovely village and kind hearted community.”

“Because of the heat we were fighting off flies , even in the hot tub.”

“We had a fabulous week at Pen y Bryn.”

“This is a beautiful cottage in a really lovely setting.”

“A beautiful cottage in an amazing location.”

“Stunning”

“Excellent base for exploring”

“Fantastic getaway cottage”

“What an amazing cottage”

“Fantastic”

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LLANAFAN