Ysgoldy Brynwyre

25 Customer Reviews

• "We absolutely loved our stay here."

  The accommodation was stunning. It is not often that places live up to the photos, here really did! The surrounding area was beautiful with plenty of places to visit within 30minute drive. I am going to miss seeing sheep out the bedroom window in the morning!!

  Reviewed by Hannah5.0★Oct 2024

• "A fabulous holiday cottage, nice and quiet and remote."

  The furnishings and overall presentation of the property were of a very high standard. Thank you for a very comfortable stay.

  Reviewed by Michelle5.0★Sep 2024

• "Property was very well presented."

  The owner made contact prior to our visit to extend any support on arrival if required. The location of the property was excellent and offered great privacy. Lovel rural setting which we would not hesitate to visit again in the coming year.

  Reviewed by Michael5.0★Sep 2024

• "Absolutely gorgeous house, had a really enjoyable stay in this converted chapel."

  It's been done to a high specification and there's lots of nice touches to make it feel special, plus the insulation is incredible so really warm and cosy while still being spacious. It's in a great location if you want somewhere remote- feeling but only two miles to the nearest village and beach. We had a lovely stay and wouldn't hesitate to return. The only slight downside is the garden doesn't have a lawn area for children to run around and there's no gate on the drive to keep dogs or children in. Otherwise, it's a dream holiday house.

  Reviewed by Rebecca4.7★Aug 2024

• "Enjoyed a lovely week with the family (3 generations) in this lovely cottage."

  If you want peace and quiet out in the countryside then this is a good choice. Owner very helpful when needed.

  Reviewed by Bronwen4.7★Jul 2024

• "Lovely property in a beautiful location and everything you would need for a family holiday."

  Far enough out in the countryside to be very peaceful but within easy access to local villages, towns and beaches. The property has loads of space and all the facilities you would expect. Would definitely recommend!

  Reviewed by Matt5.0★Jun 2024

• "We had an enjoyable 3-night stay at Ysgoldy Brynwyre."

  The house itself is beautiful and finished to a very high standard. We found everything clean and there was a well-equipped kitchen. The directions and access to the property were very straight-forward. The owner sent a personal email before our visit and provided useful information about local shops, etc. Overall we were happy with the stay, however we did have some feedback: 1. The advert states a "secure garden". This isn't the case as either end of the outdoor space behind the house is open and leads onto the road. We would recommend either securing the garden or updating the advert, especially important for those with children and/or dogs. 2. Handsoap in all the bathrooms and in the kitchen should be provided, and shower gel would be a nice addition. 3. Details of walks directly from the property (i.e. nearby public rights of way) would be extremely useful 4. The property got very hot during the day whilst we were there. There are lots of doors to aid ventilation however because the garden wasn't actually secure, we weren't able to leave them open. Some fans would be useful for these days.

  Reviewed by Cami4.1★Jun 2024

• "Beautiful place to stay with plenty of room for 8 people."

  We stayed just the two of us and two dogs and loved the space. Wonderful remote peaceful location but close to facilities. We would love to come and stay again. All local people so friendly and beautiful places to visit.

  Reviewed by Tracey4.7★May 2024

• "An amazing property, full equipped and beautifully designed."

  Very remote which was perfect for us. Would highly recommend.

  Reviewed by Susan5.0★May 2024

• "Cottage was in a perfect surrounding with lovely views for miles in all directions."

  Plenty of room and space to enjoy our stay without feeling crammed. I would definitely book again as it was so peaceful and calm and it was nice to relax in the bedroom with the floor to ceiling windows and have the view of the fields outside. I have been to many holiday cottages and this one is probably my favourite so far. So many lovely walks and things to do in the surrounding towns and also a good range of leaflets highlighting things to do in the cottage information pack. A few things which could have made the stay even better: 1) the listing description says there is an enclosed garden but this is not the case, and there are two openings without gates which was frustrating as we took the dog and would have liked to have been able to leave him out without having to take him on a lead. Maybe change the listing to reflect so people aren’t misled 2) Overall the cottage was clean and tidy but the dishwasher filter was full of food and debris which stopped it from washing the dishes and we had need up having to rewash them all. 3)The downstairs en-suite shower drain was blocked and flooded the bathroom and we needed to take the drain up to clear all the hair and dirt from out of it to be able to use the shower.

  Reviewed by Laura4.4★Apr 2024

• "The cottage was beautiful and everything we hoped it would be."

  Very spacious and of exceptional

  Reviewed by Mark5.0★Apr 2024

• "Such an amazing stay here!"

  Could not fault it one bit. Everything within the house was spot on, from the comfiness of the beds to the cleanness. The owner is extremely kind and only a message away if anything was needed. Will 100% be back. Only thing that would top the stay off even more would be having a hot tub!

  Reviewed by Alex5.0★Mar 2024

• "We had an amazing stay at this Property over Christmas with various members of our family visiting at different times with a maximum number of guests being six adults and four dogs."

  There was ample space for all of us, and the bedrooms were also very spacious. There was an issue with the underfloor heating whilst we were there, and although this didn’t really present a problem because the property is so warm anyway, and we could use the log burner, having made contact with both Sykes and the owner, the owner got in touch immediately, and even though it was over the Christmas period, sent a Plumber, who needed to attend twice to sort out the problem. Owner was very friendly and was easily contactable. We had lovely walks locally and further afield. We shopped at the local post office, went to church on Christmas Eve at the local church and was made to feel welcome. We explored the coast down to Aberporth and walked the coastal path. Loved Tresaith. Also liked the Blwch Nant Yr Arian Nature Reserve. Would definitely visit again. Would however agree with previous comments about the outside space for dogs …we took a dog pen and used different parts to create a fence by the wall either side of original door to create enclosed space….it would be perfect if the owner could do something similar.

  Reviewed by Vicky3.8★Dec 2023

• "This is an amazing property that has clearly been built to an exceptional standard whilst retaining original features."

  We thoroughly enjoyed our stay to celebrate a family birthday with three generations and two dogs, and it felt like a touch of luxury whilst being equipped like home. I would highly recommend visiting Bwlch Nant yr Arian for fabulous walks and to watch red kite feeding, and Aberporth Beach for a beautiful day out at the beach. We had everything we needed to prepare meals (also managed to get Tesco delivery), the morning views were amazing, and we were warm and comfortable throughout. The garden was disappointing as the grass was completely overgrown and inaccessible (thanks to previous guests leaving windbreaks we were just about able to fence off an enclosed area for the dogs), and the house is actually 300m further on than the location provided - and the single track lane (1.9miles) with sheer drop and limited passing places was nerve wracking (avoid school/commute times unless you’re comfortable reversing a long way!)

  Reviewed by Lorraine4.4★Oct 2023

• "The cottage is lovely."

  There was a mixup over our arrival date and the cottage hadn't been cleaned when we arrived. This was the fault of the cleaning company and NOT the owner. It was sorted very quickly once we informed the owner. The cottage is remote enough to give startlingly clear nighttime skies but close enough to get to local shops and amenities in a few minutes - by car. The lane leading to the cottage is very narrow with only a few passing places so we don't recommend walking. Also, satnav will tell you you have arrived half a mile before you actually have. If you have dogs there is a great dog friendly beach at Aberporth. We saw dolphins in the bay there. The butterfly house just outside Aberystwyth is a great place to visit, the butterflies will land on your hand if you're patient enough. It's in a beautiful setting and very tranquil. Our favourite day out was to Bwlch Nant yr Arian to watch the red kites being fed. Again, a beautiful location that is the starting point for many hikes some of which are relatively easy. The cafe is great (we stopped here for a very tasty breakfast on our way home) but the highlight for us was the red kite feeding (3pm BST, 2pm GMT). The food is put out and nothing seems to happen for a while, then all of a sudden the sky is full of red kites swooping and diving for the food. Amazing. Even more amazing, it's free! Just a small parking charge. All in all we had a very pleasant week at the cottage. Our only real gripe is that the garden is most definitely NOT ENCLOSED. We had 2 dogs with us and the enclosed garden was the reason we chose this particular cottage. We ended up buying 2 windbreakers and placing them across one section and using the massive fireguard in the cottage to block another exit point. It did work and did keep the dogs confined but we shouldn't have had to do it. We have left the windbreakers at the cottage for you to use if you need them. Also, the grass arround the cottage is in desperate need of cutting. It really does, unfortunately, spoil the look of the place.

  Reviewed by Maria4.4★Sep 2023

• "Outside area disappointing no space for 2 young children to play."

  Suggest cutting back long grass and perhaps a gate off road. Heavy tractor traffic in evenings. Cottage was beautiful and everything we required inside.

  Reviewed by Elizabeth4.4★Aug 2023

• "Beautiful renovation of an old chapel very comfortable and cosy with superb facilities , very tastefully designed and decorated ."

  Although off the beaten track up a single track road it was a very quiet and relaxing break which we much enjoyed.

  Reviewed by Sian5.0★Jul 2023

• "A stunning cottage."

  We were blown away with the quality of the renovation and the attention to detail. Set in a tranquil part of Cardigan bay, with good access to beaches up and down the coast, as well as Southern Snowdonia. Spotlessly clean. Thank you!

  Reviewed by Lauren5.0★Jun 2023

• "A beautiful holiday cottage."

  The conversion from a chapel is very well done, with nice materials and good taste!

  Reviewed by Michel5.0★Jun 2023

• "We had a fantastic stay at Ysgoldy Brynwyre."

  The property was lovely and clean and extremely comfortable. Thank you.

  Reviewed by Stephanie5.0★Jun 2023

• "A beautiful building updated to a very high standard with lovely furnishings ."

  The open plan room made it perfect for enjoying a family celebration. Bedrooms spacious and comfortable. Lovely bathrooms , and kitchen well equipped .My only criticism would be the outside area . Small patio that had a good table chairs and BBQ , but feel grass could have been cut to allow children to play and should be gates to safeguard dog getting onto main road . We enjoyed a relaxing few days with our only neighbours being cows and sheep , would highly recommend .

  Reviewed by Diane5.0★Jun 2023

• "Just back from a lovely visit to wales staying in this lovely cottage."

  The refurbishment and extension to this old chapel has been conducted to a high standard and very tastefully and this makes for a good place to stay. The kitchen is well equipped, the beds and furniture comfortable and all-in-all its a lovely place to stay. We almost managed a whole week without encountering another vehicle on the narrow road that leads to the cottage! Lots to see and do in the area, so well worth a visit. In the spirit of constructive criticism, it would be better if the garden really was enclosed, per the description on the website, so, if, like us, you have a reactive and nervous rescue dog (in training) the garden is not secure, with an open driveway to the (quiet) road.

  Reviewed by Brian4.4★May 2023

• "Lovely place to stay for a peaceful break."

  The chapel has been beautifully converted and is extremely spacious inside. Kitchen facilities were plentiful. All the rooms were spacious and the beds very comfortable. We had Sunday lunch in the Black Lion and also had an evening meal in The Barn, both in the village of Llanrhystud, a short drive down the lane. Ideal location for visiting Aberaeron and Aberystwyth. Can also park at the local beach and your straight on the coastal path. Would definitely stay again.

  Reviewed by Martin5.0★Apr 2023

• "We had a really lovely stay here with family."

  The location is remote and we did get slightly lost on the way up the track road but found it in the end! The location is beautiful with stunning views across the hills. The interior was very nice and the rooms so spacious for all of us. You could easily stop here with 8 adults and have plenty of space. The log burner was lovely for keeping warm on cold nights. There was plenty of facilities and the kitchen was well equipped. We were within good distance of the places we wanted to visit; Aberystwyth, Aberaeron, New Quay etc. You have plenty of sheep/lambs as neighbours which was a nice surprise. We took the children to a local farm and had a lovely day. We would go back to stop here again.

  Reviewed by Chloe4.7★Apr 2023

• "Fantastic place, well equipped if you want to eat in."

  It’s fairly remote so expect to have no neighbours apart from sheep! Only downside is there isn’t much outside space to eat and watch the sunset or a safe enclosed garden for pets and children. We’ll be going back!

  Reviewed by Valerie5.0★Mar 2023

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