Dyfi Cottage

43 Customer Reviews

• "We really enjoyed our stay at Dyfi cottage."

  The house was as listed, the waterfall was beautiful. House was lovely and warm and has a log burner to use. The only thing I would say is that it is very far away from supermarkets and things to do but it means it's peaceful.

  Reviewed by Lucy3.8★Oct 2024

• "We had a lovely stay at the cottage, however the cottage is looking very tired."

  The carpets and soft furnishing very stained and dirty. Also very cluttered. It needs a re decoration and freshen up. Also front door in a bad state Having said that, we enjoyed ourselves and enjoyed the goodies left for us. Waterfall lovely and we saw the trout jumping. Very gloomy. I think the photos are very old.

  Reviewed by Edna3.1★Sep 2024

• "Lovely cottage with a great location."

  Very comfortable and nice outside area fantastic waterfall just perfect. Thanks for the welcome pack!

  Reviewed by Wayne5.0★Sep 2024

• "Kate left a lovely welcome pack for when we arrived."

  The cottage was clean, cosy, interesting. The waterfall at the back of the cottage is stunning. Clear instructions are in the cottage as to how everything works and suggestions for places to eat and shop. Definitely cottage is a lovely place to escape the hussell and bussell of everyday life. Sitting out in the back garden watching and listening to the waterfall in the morning and at the end of the day is a very relaxing experience. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Julie4.7★Sep 2024

• "Sorry for the belated review."

  We had a lovely time staying at Dyfi Cottage from 30th August to 6th September. The location of the cottage is very peaceful and tranquil and is centrally located to all the places we wanted to visit. The cottage itself is a truly authentic Welsh "bwthyn". It is cosy and clean although we felt that it would benefit from a little attention to certain areas (eg the flooring in the bathroom). The waterfall at the bottom of the garden is simply amazing and there are lovely hillside walks nearby to suit all ages and fitness levels. Kate is a very good host and promptly responded to a query we had. The welcome pack left for us was very much appreciated. All in all we had a very enjoyable holiday!

  Reviewed by Richard3.8★Aug 2024

• "What a fabulous stay we just had at Dyfi!"

  We all fell in love with that waterfall and watching the water levels rise according to the weather! If you love white noise to sleep to this is the place for you!! We enjoyed the birdwatching too - Dippers and Grey WagTails being the most frequent visitors. A lovely welcome basket on arrival and our dog loved the dog bed infront of the fire. Only criticism would be the light bulbs throughout are a bit too dull particularly in the dining area.

  Reviewed by Lucy5.0★Aug 2024

• "The cottage was very comfortable and in a gorgeous location."

  Each room was well maintained and very homely. The welcome pack of goodies was very much appreciated. My grandchildren and I absolutely loved it and would very happily return.

  Reviewed by Emma5.0★Jul 2024

• "Absolutely brilliant stay."

  The cottage was perfect, very cosy and lovely scenery. The waterfall behind the house was amazing and not something you see everyday! Kate was a great host, very helpful and left us a lovely hamper which was very much appreciated. Will definitely be looking at returning at some point!

  Reviewed by Alvina5.0★Jun 2024

• "Had a great time cottage beautiful cosy and quiet will be back"

  Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Mar 2024

• "Great little cottage , had everything we needed."

  Was pleased to find we could use our Netfix account . Most of all we loved the location. We saw the circular walks you could do from Dinas Mawddwy carpark, but found that some you could do straight from the cottage, which was a bonus. You can also find the walks on the facebook page Llwbrau Mawddwy Paths. Enjoyed taking photos of the falls at the back of the property before & after the rain. Certainly spectacular after a night of rain.

  Reviewed by Francesca4.4★Feb 2024

• "Lovely cottage in a beautiful area."

  The owner provided Christmas decorations and a welcome pack of goodies. The bed was extremely comfortable even though it took up most of the room. Well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living room. However, the cottage needs some maintenance and perhaps a bit of de-cluttering as it was difficult to put things down. The outside food waste bin had not been emptied for a long time and it had food in it which had been infested with maggots. I did enjoy my stay and the surrounding area.

  Reviewed by Helen3.4★Dec 2023

• "Dyfi cottage is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery of wales."

  We found the cottage to presented in a lovely homely manner. As some other reviews suggest this property isn’t a show home with the latest everything and brand new sparkling carpets and that’s a good thing ! You can actually breathe and relax especially with a dog. The owner was very responsive friendly and accommodating and the waterfall in the back garden can not be overstated. It’s incredible sitting outside with that as the background. Truly unbelievable Would highly recommend

  Reviewed by George5.0★Oct 2023

• "Thoroughly enjoyable and relaxing few days, lovely cottage in a lovely setting, very impressed with the welcoming touches supplied by Kate , we wouldn't hesitate to visit and stay again."

  Reviewed by Kenneth4.7★Sep 2023

• "Dyfi Cottage is set in stunning countryside with lovely walks from the door and close by."

  We found the people exceptionally friendly and helpful adding to the charm of the area. The opportunities for long, invigorating days out are plentiful. However part of the pleasure of a demanding day out is to return to your accommodation and relax in comfort. Sadly we were not able to do this in Dyfi Cottage. As you approach Dyfi Cottage the small front garden is very overgrown and the front window frame is rotten and needs replacing. You walk straight into the lounge which is quite dark and the settee and easy chairs did not seem clean. There is Now TV which was a welcome luxury. The kitchen behind the lounge was small but adequate. There were however a lot of flies. When we were preparing our first meal we found a tray of cold, stale chips in the oven which we certainly did not expect. The small dining room behind the kitchen has a washing machine and tumble dryer in it. These are obviously useful but somewhat intrusive and made the room feel cluttered. The carpets up the stairs and on the landing seem very old, tired and rather dirty, with some gaps/tears at the edges on the landing. The cottage does not appear to have been decorated for many years. The corner of the ceiling in the front bedroom was bulging and appeared to be at risk of coming down. The fourposter bed was an amusing touch but in a small bedroom made getting around the room awkward. At times when we moved the pillows and bedding we noticed a faint unpleasant smell. The garden at the rear is also in need of care and attention. The waterfall is beautiful but very loud. However it was still very nice to sit out in. Unfortunately we were not able to feel completely relaxed at Dyfi and despite having some lovely days out we decided to come home a day early.

  Reviewed by Will1.6★Sep 2023

• "This is the second time we’ve stayed at Kates property and loved every moment of it."

  Perfect base for anyone, half an hour from the coast, lovely friendly pub up the road, plenty of walks and dips in the river. The waterfall at the back of the cottage is stunning. Kate has thought of everything and left some treats for our stay which was a lovely touch. The log burner was set up ready to light, four poster bed is so comfy too!! We’re planning our next visit already

  Reviewed by Kyla5.0★Aug 2023

• "Upon arrival, the cottage felt very welcoming and was as published on the website."

  Everything was clean and tidy and we were even welcomed with a bottle of wine, beer and Welsh cakes! The beds are very comfy and the 2nd bedroom was great for the 3 kids to have a fun sleepover. Yes it's a squeeze, but you sleep so it didn't bother anyone at all. The four poster bed was so comfy!! The waterfall was a lovely background noise, especially to go to sleep to. The WiFi worked perfectly for us but was great to go off radar when we were out. We didn't meet the owner but Kate was very responsive and pleasant to speak to. I read the recent reviews and was a bit nervous but honestly, it was perfect! It's not a show home, but I didn't want that. I wanted a home that I could feel comfortable and safe in, which was exactly what it was. Kate, thank you for letting us stay and for your support whilst there with things to do. We would recommend without a doubt.

  Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Jul 2023

• "The cottage was located in a lovely village with a relaxing waterfall in its garden."

  The sitting room was cosy and welcoming with a lovely log fire. The four poster bed in the master room was too big leaving very little space for the person who slept by the window to get past. The carpet on the landing needs replacing as there were bits missing and. The floor covering in the bathroom also needs replacing as it was lifting. The shower over the bath was far to high making it difficult to use. This cottage is not up to the usual standard of cottage that we stay in or that we expect with Skyes and we were not visited by the owner which has happend in previous cottages. We will not be recommending this cottage to family and friends.

  Reviewed by Sandra3.4★Jul 2023

• "It is clear that the owner has invested a lot of love in this cottage."

  It is very well equipped and reasonably comfortable however all rooms are now very badly in need of refurbishment and redecoration and quite gloomy compared to the published photos. The 4-poster bed is really far too large for a room of that size. The dining room is rather like a utility room. The setting is lovely and the waterfall looks magnificent but in full flow is a constant and inescapable background noise. We enjoyed our stay but we wouldn’t go again.

  Reviewed by Nick2.8★Jun 2023

• "First impressions of the property were not great."

  To clarify, the front and rear garden were overgrown with weeds. The front window is in need of repair or replacement as the windowsill is very badly maintained giving the property an unkempt appearance. Other double glazed units within the property need replacing as they are clouded. Having said that we had an enjoyable holiday. The cottage was well equipped with comfortable bedding and towels and plenty of crockery and cooking utensils. It is in a lovely location with beautiful surroundings and it's own waterfall running at the rear. It has a pub and cafe in the village ( within 1 mile ) however if you are self catering the nearest town is some distance away. Their was poor mobile cover in the area but good wifi in the cottage.

  Reviewed by Derek3.8★Jun 2023

• "Wonderful location, very well equipped, cosy and comfortable."

  Excellent walks in the vicinity.

  Reviewed by Neil4.4★Apr 2023

• "Fabulous cottage in beautiful location."

  Dramatic waterfall right beside the cottage

  Reviewed by John4.7★Mar 2023

• "We really enjoyed our stay at Dyfi Cottage."

  The location is great and there are some lovely walks right from the front door. Comfy sitting room (were grateful for the log burner as it was cold during our stay). The bed in the main room was comfy, with nice quality linen and towels, but it was chilly. The other bedroom was much warmer and bigger than you think. Cake and wine on arrival a most welcome touch! We didn't always have hot water from the taps and a few little things could do with being looked at (kick board in kitchen kept falling down, broken knife, one of beds in second room v creaky and fire bricks in log burner). I would love to go back when it is a little warmer.

  Reviewed by Kayleigh4.1★Feb 2023

• "A beautiful setting with a truly amazing waterfall literally in the back garden!"

  The 4-poster bed was lovely and comfortable, with the sound of running water from the waterfall giving us a lovely way to drop off to sleep! Very nice of the owner to provide a welcome bottle of wine

  Reviewed by Philip4.4★Oct 2022

• "A lovely cottage in an amazing location."

  We had everything we needed to have a wonderful holiday.

  Reviewed by Jenny4.7★Sep 2022

• "We have just come home from a fantastic stay in Dyfi cottage and I already want to go back."

  The place is situated in a beautiful part of Wales and with a back garden next to a waterfall it was just stunning.The cottage itself has everything you need for a stay and I would definitely recommend booking a visit there.

  Thank you Kerry for your lovely comments. I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your stay there. And thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kerry5.0★Aug 2022

• "An amazing property, with an amazing host."

  She thought of everything we would need during our stay through the heatwave and accommodated us extremely well. Such a beautiful property in breathtaking surroundings and such friendly people. Can't recommend enough. Thank you for helping to make our daughters 4th birthday so perfect.

  I am so so pleased that you enjoyed your stay. And how lovely to be appreciated too. It makes it very rewarding for me, knowing everything was just right. Thank you for being lovely quests. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Nathan5.0★Jul 2022

• "Beautiful cottage in a stunning area."

  Great food in local pub. Cottage had all you need! Waterfall at the back was stunning. Will rebook again

  Thank you for your feedback Cerys. I will definitely be installing the carbon monoxide alarm straight away. Unfortunately it is something that I have overlooked. I think I've only had 1 other infant stay in the cottage, so I know I haven't had the demand for supplying a cot and highchair before. But I will certainly look into that for the future. And yes having an old cottage is an ongoing project of updating and a new front door and window is high on the list of things to do But so glad you enjoyed it Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sarah5.0★May 2022

• "Lovely cottage in a beautiful area."

  The owner was really lovely and helpful.

  Hi Anne. Thank you so much for your feedback. I'm really pleased that you enjoyed your stay there. Kind regards Kate x Property Owner

  Reviewed by Anne5.0★Apr 2022

• "Settled in a magnificent location, alongside a beautiful waterfall, this cottage is a comfortable retreat from noise and stress!"

  ! The 4 poster bed is stunning, and very comfortable. Yes, it is a little tight round the sides, but the effort is well worth making, as the sleep it allows you is perfect, lulled by the sound of the waterfall! The kitchen is well provisioned and the rear patio a really peaceful place to spend time with a cuppa or glass of wine. We loved the kind thoughts of laying a fire in the log burner, ready for use and the bottle of wine in the fridge!

  Reviewed by Gary4.4★Mar 2022

• "Such a lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings Everything was catered for and Kate the owner couldn’t of been more helpful."

  One of the best holiday cottages I have ever stayed in. An ideal location and didn’t really have to use my car all week. Such a peaceful valley with a stream and little waterfall literally in the back garden, needless to say I had the best nights sleep in a long time. A perfect base to explore the Aran mountain range and the hills above Dinas Mawddwy. The icing on the cake….there was a welcome bottle of white wine in the fridge when I arrived.

  Reviewed by Mark5.0★Jan 2022

• "Absolutely wonderful We spent Christmas at this charming delightful cottage, it is exactly as described, a proper welsh cottage with all amenities you could need, any updating could spoil the delightful character."

  The four poster bed in the back bedroom is amazingly comfortable, with ample room to walk around either side,, there is a bedside table at both sides of the bed. The whole cottage kept lovely and warm with the electric heaters, and of course we had the log burner, which worked great for the extra ambiance of warmth and Christmas. The new cooker was a treat. Kate thought of everything, even down to the leaving a disposable roasting tin for our turkey ,, thank you Kate,, for making our stay lovely. Best wishes Michelle smith Best

  Reviewed by Michelle5.0★Dec 2021

• "We booked a 3 night stay and was looking forward to our trip but we decided to ..."

  We booked a 3 night stay and was looking forward to our trip but we decided to leave after 1 night as the cottage was not up to a reasonable standard We had a dreadful nights sleep and cottage needs a complete overall It was in a lovely position and cottage should be in good condition You couldn’t walk round the four poster bed so I had to sleep in other bedroom on single bed but even they were not comfortable Everything needed updating as the oven was not clean and rusty Paintwork and skirtings not cleaned plus cobwebs everywhere I didn’t want to take my shoes off

  Firstly I am really sorry that Mr. Wood didn't enjoy his stay, as it is my very intension that everyone who visits Dyfi Cottage, enjoy it as much as I do whenever I am there. I understand that Mr. Wood had an uncomfortable night and couldn't fit around the King size bed. I am aware that I chose to put the four poster in the smallest room, but purely as it was the obvious choice to be the master bedroom, because it looks over the waterfall. So that this problem doesn't arise again, I will be changing the description on the site, so customers are aware of the small space, as it is just a little cottage, and not suitable for some. At least it seems, there were other made up beds that he could chose from. They perhaps aren't high end beds, just from IKEA, but something I will invest in, in the future. I have had previous comments saying the bed was 'lush'. Yes, I agree the cooker needs replacing and I had already chosen a new one, and I've been waiting for a suitable gap to have it installed. And I apologise for a couple of cobwebs, because I was there the previous week, the spiders had been busy before they arrived . It is very hard to get rid of every single spider, as they do like old cottages with stone walls, beams and a pile of logs. And possibly an oversight by me, if I hadn't wiped down all the skirting boards, perhaps as I wasn't expecting them to use all the bedrooms. But I would like to reassure any possible future guests that I am super fussy about clean linen and towels. Etc. There are new duvets and mattress covers. I am trying to make improvements all the time. Obviously last year was difficult because of travel restrictions, so I wasn't able to give it a lick of paint before bookings started. Alot of jobs have to be done in the off season. I would like to replace a couple of windows and a new front door but Rome wasn't built in a day. And it is perfectly cosy and respectable for a 3 tick rating, in my opinion. Property Owner

  Reviewed by John1.3★Nov 2021

• "Great little cottage, once we'd found the key."

  Very quiet road and great water rapids outside the house. Handy pub 20 minute walk away. Perfect place to spend some 'un-wind' time.

  Reviewed by Philip4.4★Nov 2021

• "They have a 4 poster bed in such a small room my husband couldn't get around the bed and the bedroom door had a broken handle which I court my self on a few times, there is also open carpet gripper, so you need to be careful and wear slippers as my son caught himself on it and also the carpet door bars are sharp."

  There are massive cracks in the walls you can hear hear next door talking really clearly in the bedroom. The landing carpet is very very dirty and stained. The place smelt very doggie. The back garden could do with some work. It should state the stairs are very steep. It had every thing you need and it's a gorgeous location. Just needs improvement for the price you pay as we thought it was rather expensive as we paid over £800 for a week.

  Reviewed by Elizabeth3.4★Aug 2021

• "The cottage was delightful, there was every appliance you could think of."

  Towels and linen immaculate with a very clean fresh smell. The owner had left some really nice goodies for us to enjoy. The only drawback, and because of my age the bathroom was upstairs and they were steep which is in keeping with the cottage. There was a lovely pub/bar/restaurant at the top of the hill, The Red Lion which served excellent food and the owner and staff were so friendly and accommodating and also they were dog friendly. Would definitely recommend this cottage to family and friends.

  Reviewed by Christine5.0★Aug 2021

• "We were really disappointed with Dyfi cottage."

  So much so that after many many years and successful bookings of holidays via Sykes cottages, I am now very reluctant to use your site again. The cottage was in a rather dilapidated state, the kitchen and bathroom in particular were very poor. There were a number of issues like the bathroom window not being able to be opened, so no ventilation after showers. The shower was awful and the floor in the bathroom felt like it was about to give way under our feet because it had rotted behind the toilet. There was also roughly filled holes in the wall that had been un-finished. The kitchen was very scruffy and really needs replacing! Lots of small things put us off, like cobwebs and dust on furniture / picture frames etc. The door handle was snapped on the back of the master bedroom door. The bed in the master bedroom was so big it barely fitted in the room and was really uncomfortable to sleep on. The living room furniture was very uncomfortable and the used dog bed in there was very off putting. The whole of the downstairs smelt like damp dog and despite us buying air freshner and fabreze to try and get rid of the smell it lingered all week. When we arrived there were about 30 flies in the living room and kitchen and when I contacted the owner she said there was no fly spray or fly swat and there hadn't been any when she left that day, as if we were lying. General cleanliness was poor, there was old food left in the cupboards from previous holiday makers, random items of clothes left in drawers in the bedroom and bits of dog food left on the floor in the corner of the kitchen. As you can tell - we definitely wouldn't stay at the property again unless it was completely renovated. I think it was hugely over priced for the size and quality of the features within it. The only positive thing I could say is the location was nice. Otherwise it was thoroughly disappointing and I'm shocked that Sykes would feature such a property on their site and at such a high price. We paid nearly £1,000 to stay in something that was worse than I would expect from a youth hostel.

  Reviewed by Rob1.6★Jul 2021

• "There was no information apart from something to do with the television."

  The dog needed a vet and we struggled to find one. Usually there is a list for the nearest doctor and vet.

  Reviewed by ''christine3.1★Jun 2021

• "Lovely cottage with waterfall out the back."

  Small seating area to the back of property. Neighbours are very friendly. Local pub is nice. If you need supplies get these on your way in as a little general store is within petrol station about 5 min car journey away. Would definitely stay here again.

  Reviewed by Sharon5.0★Aug 2020

• "Had a brilliant stay in this lovely cottage."

  It's in a perfect location for walking with a lovely local pub up the hill that serves delicious food. Half an hours drive from Barmouth. Excellent communication with Kate throughout and will most definitely book here again!

  Reviewed by Michaela5.0★Aug 2020

• "We loved our holiday cottage, it had everything we needed and was set in a beautiful location."

  Our children (5 and 2) enjoyed the waterfall and stream nearby and appreciated the now TV for cartoons!! We enjoyed exploring the local area, there was so much to see. From the cottage we could easily reach the mountains of north wales and the seaside. We hope to visit again soon.

  Reviewed by Jo5.0★Jul 2020

• "The location of the cottage is perfect!"

  Next to the river was spectacular especially with all the rain! It was a torrent and the sound was fabulous! The local pub is great and really nearby - we ate there and it was fine! The holiday let had everything we needed - all the necessary in the kitchen. A lovely conservatory/ dining room overlooking the river. We saw an otter (or American mink) escaping the torrent! We felt very relaxed there and loved it. The new log burner was a plus as it was a pretty chilly week with the storms etc. The heating in the house gets the place cosy too. We hope to go again!

  Reviewed by Vivienne5.0★Feb 2020

• "Idyllic location, the waterfall is beautiful and Kate was so helpful with information before we set out."

  A lovely break.

  Reviewed by Darrell3.8★Oct 2019

• "We did not have a problem with the cottage or the owner, a wonderful host, thank you Kate."

  The cottage description that Sykes have published is pure fantasy !!!! There is no wifi, there is a tv but you can only watch DVDs, no patio door leading to no decked area or garden, just a shared communal space, sykes also give the impression that the open fire / log burner works, it doesn't, I would urge anyone booking with sykes do there home work, they lie to get bookings !!!! As at the beginning the cottage was really nice and Kate had gone to get trouble to make it feel like home, thank you again.

  Reviewed by Ian3.1★Sep 2019

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