“The owners were very welcoming and friendly and they really do need to be congratulated on presenting a cottage that was full of character, the renovated barn maintained and incorporated some of the original beams into the build.”
2 of the bedrooms and the main sitting area have high ceilings that add character and depth to the rooms. The wood burner was another welcomed functional feature. During our stay we burned the firewood on the colder nights. The cottage is very cosy, helped by the fact that the thermostat is set at an optimal temperature making the ambient temperature within the cottage comfortable. I'm sure the owners would help out if the temperature needed adjusting on the thermostat.
The cottage is located on a working farm, and the physical location of the cottage in the foothills of the Berwyn mountains with the river Ceiriog flowing by the cottage adds to the peace and serenity. There is a part of the river which flows by quite fast and the sound of the flowing fast water is serene. The views from the cottage are amazing. The farmland incorporates mountains and valleys, if you were to stay in the cottage all day there are at least 3 walks that can be done: one along the river Ceiriog through the valley along the mountain pass to a series of waterfalls. Another walk can be done in the opposite direction along the river towards the village and another walk can be done ascending the mountains.
During our stay we didn't need to travel very far to visit places of interest, I think the most we travelled was 16 miles. We managed to visit the following attractions: Pistyll Rhaeadr, Chirk Castle and Pontycysyllte Aqueduct. Other than these attractions we did local walks from within the cottage site.
During our stay, we got groceries delivered to our cottage using a renowned supermarket. If we needed to top up on anything we went to a village Spar about 3 miles away.
The hot tub was a great welcomed facility at the cottage. Was lovely to wind down and relax in the hot tub whilst observing the stars, the silhouettes of the montain peaks and the soothing sound of the river Ceiriog flowing by after a long day of activity or walking.
I usually like staying at different cottages, but I think I would come back here again. The owners, the actual cottage, facilities of the cottage and natural surroundings were great. Me and my family had a fantastic time. I would highly recommend this cottage.
- Mr Abubakar, October 2018
Berwyn Barns Cottages
Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog 2 miles. These wonderful semi-detached cottages are set next to the owner’s farmhouse on a quiet working farm in a delightful, rural conservation area. Fully-restored from an impressive stone-built barn, these cottages are next to a Site of Special Scientific Interest, at the foot of the Berwyn Mountains in the Ceiriog Valley, 1.7 miles from the picturesque village of Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog. Each of these single-storey barn conversions offer a private hot tub and stunning views from the rear elevated balconies, and have been internally styled with modern fixtures, whilst retaining original character and traditional features, including oak beams and exposed stone feature walls ordained with historical farming equipment. Several rooms boast double height gable ceilings giving an impressive feeling of space, further strengthened by the use of four poster beds. This location offers beautiful countryside views over the woodland stream and up the valley, you can enjoy peace and tranquillity from the decked balcony, enjoying an alfresco meal or soaking up the delightful views from the hot tub. These are superb cottages from which to enjoy all the delights of the local area.
The property
Ysgubor is the larger of these two superb barn conversions.
Upon entering you will be impressed by the spacious living room with double height cathedral ceiling, warmed by a cosy woodburner, with an arch leading through to the well-equipped kitchen with dining area.
The bedrooms are welcoming and offer a selection of a single room, two zip/link bedrooms and a characterful double bedroom with four poster bed.
Patio doors lead onto an enclosed decked area which houses a luxurious hot tub, along with dining furniture and a gas barbecue, with superb views over the stream towards the Berwyn Mountain range.
Located in a superb countryside setting, Ysgubor offers the perfect base to explore the whole of the Ceiriog Valley.
Note: This cottage is next to Ref. 921435, together they sleep 13.
Summary
- All ground floor
- Four bedrooms: 1 x four poster double, 1 x super king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request), 1 x single
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Shower room with shower, basin and WC
- Kitchen with dining area
- Sitting room with woodburner.
- Oil central heating with woodburner
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, Bluetooth speakers, payphone, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent, additional wood for stove available at £5 per basket
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Cot, highchair and fireguard on request
- Off road parking for 6 cars in shared car park
- Private side lawn and decked area with furniture, hot tub and BBQ
- Shared use of terraced gardens down to river
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop 4 miles, pubs 1.7 miles
- Note: Two internal steps to single bedroom
- Note: Next to a fast running shallow stream and unfenced river, children to be supervised
- Note: £20 refundable deposit for BBQ
- Note: No mobile signal.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.
About the location
LLANARMON DYFFRYN CEIRIOG
Llangollen 9 miles; Oswestry 10 miles; Shrewsbury 27.5 miles.
Llanarmon Dyffryn Ceiriog is a small Welsh village located at the foothills of the Berwyn Mountains in the Ceiriog Valley, between Oswestry and Llangollen. A former stopping point for Drovers, the village still retains its two original pubs, both renowned for excellent food and one now offering spa treatments. The village church is reputed to date back to the 5th century with Bronze Age remnants identifiable. The area is surrounded by unspoilt walking trails with the nearby village of Glyn Ceiriog being the main village in the picturesque Ceiriog Valley in Wrexham County, North Wales. This beautiful valley, described by Lloyd George as 'a little piece of heaven on earth’, offers a wealth of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors, from walking and fishing to horse riding and cycling. Formerly the centre of the slate mining industry in the valley, Glyn Ceiriog is located three miles south of Llangollen and offers a good range of local amenities, including two village pubs, a Post Office containing tourist information and a cafe, a well-stocked village store and a community sports centre, offering a range of activities including bicycle hire, tennis, indoor bowls and table tennis. Nearby, you will find a wide array of attractions, with the dramatic World Heritage Site of the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct well worth a visit. Set alongside the boulder-strewn River Dee, why not visit the popular town of Llangollen, famous for the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod? Offering a good range of pubs and restaurants, as well as many interesting shops, the town also boasts a dramatic mountain backdrop. Explore the Dee Valley by steam train or canal boat, or take an exhilarating walk up to Castell Dinas Brân, high above the town to enjoy the breathtaking view! The National Trust properties of Chirk Castle and Erddig are both within easy driving distance, while a day-long car trip can take you to visit six of the Seven Wonders of Wales. Enjoy a visit to the Old Hill Fort at Oswestry, scenic walking on Offa’s Dyke Path, along the crest of the Clwydian Hills, or access the national rail network to explore the Roman city of Chester, Shrewsbury and beyond. This is a wonderful base for exploring this beautiful region all year round.
Region Information
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas