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14 Guests
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7 Bedrooms
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8 Bathrooms
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Pets No
Features
- Hot tub
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Sauna
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Games Room
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
81 Customer Reviews
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"Wonderful building in gorgeous grounds."
Lots of room for groups to be together or find a quiet nook. Lots of information on shops, eating places and activities provided by the host and she went above and beyond to make our stay as special as possible.
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"Plas Yolyn is absolutely exceptional."
We have been holidaying as a group every year since 1989 and this house is without doubt the best we have stayed in. The whole house was spotless and perfectly presented. Every single one of the bedrooms was spacious, clean and comfortable and the rest of the house and grounds were a just a delight. Really loved it! I can't recommend Plas Yolyn highly enough.
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"An enjoyable second stay at this very nice house and grounds."
Clean, warm comfortable house. Well kept gardens.
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"We took the family away for my husbands 70th and we needed somewhere spacious enough to accommodate us all, with comfort and facilities which Plas Yolyn ticked every box."
It’s a beautiful and very special place, we totally loved it and would definitely return again.
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"Best cottage we have stayed at as a large family."
Excellent on cleanliness and all the extras available the bathrooms (hand wash/ moisturiser) and kitchen ( spices /sugar/ cleaning products etc). The hot tub was maintained daily which was great as this was used a lot. The grounds are exceptional for ball games/ exploring and our favourite....tennis courts. We encountered an issue with the drains which within 2 hrs of reporting this was being resolved. Communication was excellent.a beautiful house and we would definitely go back there.
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"Plas Yolyn was a delight."
Our family group ranged in age from 19 months up to 86 years and it was perfect for everyone. The house is beautiful, comfortable and spacious. The bedrooms all had en suites with the addition of a large family bathroom and sauna too. Everything was provided , even down to the basics . We needn’t have gone shopping beforehand! The tennis court , goal net , table tennis table, hot tub and lovely grounds were well used and appreciated, as was the well equipped toy room for the younger members . There was something to do (or not, if relaxation is needed!) for everyone. We would definitely recommend it as a brilliant house and area to accommodate a family gathering. Stans Superstore in St.Martins has everything you may need to top up ,and we found Hawkins butchers in Ellesmere excellent quality and service. The British ironworks museum, Chirk castle, Ellesmere lake and Pontcysyllte aquaduct /Chapel tea rooms were all worth visiting . The hot tub was checked daily and we got quick responses to any questions we asked before the stay. All in all it was a perfect holiday. Thank you Plas Yolyn .
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"A wonderful property and grounds, great for a multi - generational holiday, everyone loved it from the 4 year old up to the 74 year old!"
There are generous spaces to be all together but also plenty of opportunities to have a quiet moment. Everyone loved all the sports, we happily spent hours playing tennis, croquets and football, finishing off with a chill in the hot tub. The area also provided lots of activities, tubing from Llangollen was great fun. Only negatives, one hairdryer between 7 bedrooms is not really enough. The beds were all extremely firm, some of us prefer them softer.
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"Plas Yolyn was a fantastic venue for our multi-generational family’s birthday celebrations."
Comfortable, beautifully clean, spacious bedrooms and lounges. It is probably the best equipped holiday house we’ve ever rented – everything you could possibly need for cooking and feeding a crowd, thoughtful touches for staying with small children and a plentiful supply of indoor and outdoor games. The generous welcome basket was much appreciated. We were very lucky with the weather so were able to enjoy sitting out on the patio admiring the beautiful flower border and playing in the garden, field and tennis courts. When it got a bit chilly in the evenings, my 94 year-old mother in law retreated to the cosy rocking chair by the Aga and the younger ones enjoyed the hot tub. Great location – we had a lovely meal in the Boathouse in Ellesmere and also visited two nearby National Trust properties, Chirk Castle and Attingham Park. We all had such a wonderful time - just booked for another birthday stay next year! Diolch yn fawr iawn
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"Plas Yolyn is excellent; so clean and well equipped with loads of space."
The gardens are good for walking around, too. We've been doing annual reunions at large houses for over twenty years; this one is equal top with two others. We all loved Plas Yolyn and will definitely be back.
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"The fact we have booked Plas Yolyn again for 2025 says it all."
The property is ideal for large parties and is in a lovely countryside location but near enough to local amenities. The property as a whole is extremely well equipped, especially the kitchen, although there is only one hairdryer between 14 guests and no electric shaver and toothbrush points.
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"A beautiful place to stay, and in the winter the hot tub, games room and in our case the grand piano, were, 'the icing on the cake' The Manager, Rachael was most helpful."
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"Lovely property, really well equipped and with a great homely feel."
Everything is generously sized which was really luxurious. We had a great Christmas break here!
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"Excellent facilities, beautifully clean, could not think of a better place for an extended family get together."
All of our additional requests were organised by Rachael and provided without fuss.
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"Plas Yolyn was perfect for our multi generation get together to celebrate a special birthday."
The children found plenty to occupy them and we all had a wonderful time. There was space for us a to be together or have peace and quiet for the older generation. Everything you could possibly need was provided. Rachel was extremely helpful when l had a query. Would definitely like to go again.
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"The owners know what a holiday house needs and have made every effort to ensure everything is there."
Our group have been meeting up every year for more than 30 years and we all said Plas Yolyn is best place we have stayed. Big thank you, too, to the house support staff.
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"The house was wonderful."
It had plenty of space which we need as a group of family and friends. The facilities were wonderful ( large rooms, comfortable, clean, warm with a good room make up for large groups which is often hard to find) and it was by far the best equipped property we have ever stayed in. The location was tranquil with outside sitting areas and was well placed for days out. We will definitely be booking to go back again next year.
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"Wonderful property, Lovely grounds and well maintained gardens."
Property was short of nothing. Kitchen was fully equipped with everything you could need. Very clean, comfortable and spacious. Looking forward to booking again.
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"Fabulous house for a multi generational family holiday."
Tastefully decorated throughout, beautifully maintained gardens, hot-tub and tennis court…..all of which were well used. Never seen such a well equipped kitchen in a holiday let and great to have 2 fridges which enabled catering for many meals. The welcome basket was a nice touch and we enjoyed reading about the history of the house and area.
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"Regarding the accuracy of the listing, we found and booked the property through the Big Cottages website."
We just paid for it through Sykes. The property description on the Big Cottages site was accurate but did not do full justice to this excellent property. We very much enjoyed our week at Plas Yolyn. The house is very comfortable and spacious, beautifully decorated and furnished, well maintained and well equipped. We also loved its beautiful garden and spacious grounds and enjoyed the tennis court and the hot tub. As a family (three generations including five children) we have a week's holiday together every year. Plas Yolyn was our twelfth holiday house, and certainly one of the best we have stayed in, if not the best (though it would have been rather too luxurious and spacious for us when the children were much younger). We very much liked the local area. There are four Landranger OS books of walks overlapping the area - so no lack of lovely walks and cycling/biking. We also visited Chirk Castle, Errdig Hall and other gardens, and Ellesmere and its lakes. We shopped in Llangollen and canoed and hired a barge for a day on the Llangollen Canal. We also lazed a lot in Plas Yolyn's lovely garden.
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"We had the most amazing stay for a birthday recently."
The support from Rachael the property manager was truly exceptional! We are looking for a stay during next summer, hopefully! The venue is stunning and the grounds are kept immaculately. If you are coming to stay you Will the find the kitchen well equipped for all your needs.
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"Outstanding."
A magnificent manorial dwelling in immaculate grounds. Impressively spacious interior with comfortable accommodation and extensive facilities. If you're looking for a holiday stay with a "Wow", it's here.
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"Booked again for next year."
A lovely property in an ideal location, with extensive grounds and facilities including a large hot tub. Stay enjoyed by all.
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"Superb property and perfect for a big family celebration."
All seated at one table for dinner, bbq , hot tub and tennis courts very good quality
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"Had a fabulous week with our friends (12 of us), and with so much space everywhere, we never felt on top of each other."
Extremely clean and well maintained. My only request would be for hairdryers to be put in each of the bedrooms. It’s a great place to stay and would thoroughly recommend it.
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"What an amazing place."
The facilities and the comfort took our breath away. It was an excellent place for our family celebration that could not be faulted.
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"Ideal venue for a family get together."
Characterful house set in beautiful grounds.
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"We were a group of 13 adult family and friends celebrating a couple of big birthdays who had a truly fantastic weekend at Plas Yolyn."
The house is stunning with 7 fabulous bedrooms which were beautifully furnished and spotlessly clean. The living areas were all comfortable and also furnished to a very high standard. The grounds are so impressive, with gorgeous outdoor furniture which we were lucky enough to be able to enjoy together with the hot tub. We played games in the garden including rounders and hide and seek along with tennis and indoor table tennis! We would highly recommend the property.
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"Plas Yolyn provided us with everything we needed for a multigenerational family holiday."
There was so much to be enjoyed in the house and grounds which were beautifully kept, but still had ample space for football, cricket, tennis and boules. The hot tub and patio were enjoyed by all in the lovely weather we had. The accommodation was spotlessly clean, and every bit as good as the pictures suggested it would be. Highly recommend.
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"We have just returned from a weeks stay at Plas Yolyn and are already thinking about our next stay!"
There were four adults and six children, with the children ranging in age from 10 to 16, and we all had the most amazing time. On arrival, we were absolutely blown away by the size of the house, it seemed so much bigger in real life. We were also impressed with the cleanliness - every room and every bathroom was absolutely spotless! The welcome hamper on arrival was a lovely touch too. With it being a self catering accommodation, we had brought our own cleaning products/laundry products/tea towels/condiments etc but there was no need - apart from fresh food it had absolutely everything you could need. There was an abundance of cutlery/kitchen utensils/cookware/crockery, we really couldn’t think of anything else we could possibly need. We enjoyed use of the hot tub which was cleaned out early every morning ready for the day ahead. We didn’t have the best weather, it was a bit drizzly for most of the week but that didn’t stop the children having fun in the enormous grounds; they spent hours outside playing football and tennis. We had a couple of cosy film nights in the sitting room with the log fire burning, it was really relaxing and the sofas were so comfortable. We loved that each bedroom had its own ensuite bathroom, with so many of us sharing a house it was nice to never have to queue for a loo! The bedrooms were all huge and beautifully presented, with most overlooking the stunning grounds. We really couldn’t find fault at all, it was just perfect!
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"Sush a great place."
Everything we needed was available and the gardens and grounds provided us with so much pleasure just beeing able to enjoy the peace and quiet.
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"One issue that could be put right, the tennis court needs the lines repainting."
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"Absolutely fantastic house and grounds."
All rooms were immaculate and spacious. There was so much to do, there was no need to venture away from the house. We made good use of the hot tub, tennis courts, the childrens toys and table tennis. We all had so much fun together, from the youngest at 3 years old to us oldies, we couldn't have asked for a nicer place to have our family get together. To top it all we had fantastic weather. We hope to return soon.
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"The property was excellent with every requirement thought of."
It was even better than advertised and the welcome basket was an additional treat! We would definitely recommend this property and consider a return visit.
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"Our second visit and it was just as good as we remembered."
Great house for a family gathering
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"Exceptional property and grounds."
Residential managers on site very helpful.
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"After waiting or 2years to visit Plas Yolyn due to Covid we certainly were not disappointed."
There were 7 couples in total...family and friends and we all thought the house was fantastic. It had everything we wanted both inside and outside. Everywhere was immaculately clean from the very impressive bedrooms, the large dining room, the lounge and the snug and well equipped kitchen. We had 2 members of the party who went fishing a few days whilst others played tennis, others table tennis or simply relaxing on the beautiful patio. The hot tub was an added bonus too. We all enjoyed it so much nobody wanted to leave and definitely looking to book to come back next year. .
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"There were 13 adults and we all thought that the house was Fantastic,it was very warm and very clean the facilities were great,excelent hot tub and sauna,great size bedrooms and excelent shower in each,the fishing was great fun as was the tennis court,The armchairs and settee`s were extremely cumfortable in both of the quiet rooms."
The kitchen had everything you could want which made life very easy for getting meals.Great to also have a washing machine and tumble dryer The 2 infants we had with us loved the toys in the games room as did some of the adults playing table tennis.Certainly no complaints and would love to revisit,We were there to celebrate our 60th wedding anniversary Lovely memories to keep Thank you Regards D Taylor
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"We loved the history of the house and the fabulous grounds and facilities as it was ideal for our family of 4 generations get together."
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"Perfect place to have an extended family get together."
The house did not disappoint, it was amazingly clean with lots of areas to sit together or apart if you wanted to. We enjoyed it so much we didn’t want to leave, so we have booked again.
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"What an incredible opportunity to stay at Plas Yolyn!"
Sometimes you look at photos on a website and the reality is a bit different- oh my word this was not the case here! It was amazing- fabulous sitting rooms, we loved the log fires, a proper banqueting dining room, superb kitchen and great to have a big utility too, loved the games room, very impressive bedrooms, the furnishings and little extras were all such good quality and so tasteful and the grounds were super too! The tennis court was well used even in January and we loved loved the hot tub. Everywhere was immaculately clean and it was lovely to see the welcome hamper on the kitchen table too. Lovely touches such as the history of the house were really appreciated. Even when there was a slight problem with the dishwasher, Gary arrived in less than five minutes to sort it! A perfect place for our family to celebrate my special birthday weekend. We would certainly love to stay at Plas Yolyn again. We can’t recommend it highly enough! Thankyou.
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"Great place for our extended family New Year celebrations."
A number of the facilities (piano, tennis court, hot tub, games room) combined with plenty of space for everybody to either congregate or enjoy a little "quiet time", made this the ideal home from home for us. Would definitely like to return maybe in the warmer months to allow more use of the grounds, outdoor activities and to further explore the area. Definitely a place to recommend - we had a fantastic time!
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"We had a fantastic time at Plas Yolyn."
The place is extremely well equipped with plenty of space both inside & out. The welcome pack was very well received for 12 travel weary guests and there’s plenty to see and do around the area.
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"In all my years of hiring cottages and houses this must be the cleanest house I have ever been to."
Everything about it is first class. We did not have to fight on who was having which room ( as we usually do) because they are all well furnished to a very high standard and all had their own shower rooms. The grounds are extensive with loads of safe space for kids to play Definitely go back one day
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"Perfect cottage to celebrate a 60th birthday."
Spotlessly clean and ticked all our boxes. Thank you
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"We were a family of 4 generations celebrating my 60th a 30th and a 13th birthday."
The property is amazing, it catered for all our needs and more, we felt comfortable, like it was our own home, the hot tub was used everyday, we had a bbq, games of tennis and also used the games room many times. The bedrooms are so nice and all with ensuites which is a great advantage. Communication from Rachael the property manager is excellent, she was very quick at responding to my questions and gave me detailed information about the property. I was lady of the manor for a week and hope to return one day.
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"This was a delightful house, extremely quiet and well secluded with little or no traffic noise."
The on site facilities were very good; en suite rooms were large and beds were very comfortable. It was a perfect site for adults but possibly a little remote for children who need to be occupied with modern activities. Gary was chatty and helpful! The Aga in the kitchen gave the house a warm feeling and soon became the focal point of our visit with meals taken in there easily although we were a group of ten and not fourteen as the house would accommodate. It created a very enjoyable stay!
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"My husband’s family thoroughly enjoyed their stay together in Plas Yolyn and are looking forward to visiting again next September."
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"The house , Gardens and grounds, and the facilities of both were all excellent for our party of fourteen."
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"A wonderful holiday."
The house and grounds were superb.
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"The house and grounds are spacious and beautiful; the facilities are good and there are high quality bathroom fittings."
However the kitchen was a disappointment, and proved very difficult to cook for 13 people. I will report our findings to the house manager.
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"This was a fantastic place to stay."
It was a family reunion with varying ages (youngest 11). We were spoilt for choice in terms of bedrooms and places to sit. All bedrooms are amazing. We were lucky with the weather so sat most evenings outside. We ate in the formal dining room twice which was lovely. If we require a place of this size in the future I would definitely return.
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"Exceptional accommodation which exceeded our expectations."
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"A really wonderful place to stay, well maintained and very clean with exceptional levels of facilities."
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"Beautiful house, with many things to do outdoors and very comfortable indoors."
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"Beautiful house and gardens made it a wonderful holiday"
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"High expectations from previous Sykes holidays maintained"
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"This is a unique property which combines beautiful grounds, very spacious accommodation and great facilities for all ages."
All rooms were spotless on arrival and are all very nicely furnished. All three generations enjoyed a post lockdown two week stay, with no one feeling on top of each other, with grandparents playing tennis and the piano with the grandchildren - the hot tub was a real treat. The owners have thought of everything and the management team were helpful and accommodating. It is ideal for the larger family get togethers - would highly recommend.
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"Whilst an impressive country house with excellent facilities and real levels of comfort, Plas Ypolyn had a lovely, warm and welcoming feel; even with 3 relatively young children, we never felt intmidated, or that we had to watch ourselves, not touch things etc."
We fully intend to return soon, as it was perfect for us.
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"Instructions for central heating could be better with the thermostats also improved."
Most impressive wi-fi speed considering the property is in the middle of nowhere, but the mobile phone coverage is a bit iffy Impressed with the plentiful supply of logs for the fires, and the aga was permanently on providing heat and a great cooking facility to complement the standard electric oven. The owners left a very generous hamper of food and drinks for us to start the holiday Hot tub and sauna were well used by our family. The bedrooms were big and we were able to accommodate the 15 of us easily as 2 extra beds were provided so that 4 of the grandchildren were able to share one room. Just be aware that by default single beds need to be requested as most bedrooms have large double beds. Although one of the additional toilets has full disabled facilities none of the en-suites which are with every bedroom have The property could be improved by a little more thought in this area. Overall however I would have no problem in recommending this superb property in the Shropshire countryside.
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"Everything here is perfect for a family get together!"
7 Luxurious double rooms all with ensuites...casual dining in large kitchen or more formal meals in dining room...snug for kids to watch telly or games room also with telly...large lounge for the adults...all overlooking beautiful grounds for walks...and a hot tub.
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"This is a great house, lots of space and large rooms with plenty of facilities."
The gardens are very well maintained and set in a peaceful location. The welcome basket on arrival was a thoughtful touch.
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"There were 13 of us in an extended family travelling from Australia to spend a week together at Plas Yolyn."
We chose the house from the Sykes web site and were very pleased with the outcome. The house was all we expected and the surround grounds were just great for playing cricket and other games. The hot tub was in great use by young and old! The bedrooms were large and comfortable and well equipped, as was the living areas of the house. We all left after a week with nothing but praise for the house and infrastructure. Although the house is not within easy walking distance of a village, we found the drive to obtain supplies easy to manage. There is a lot to see around the area. Given the ages of some, we did not do a lot of walking but there are plenty of opportunities for walking. In summary, we enjoyed the amenities of the house, found it was a home away from home, and would certainly recommend it to families wishing to have time together.
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"I could not recommend Plas Yloyn too highly."
The property is immaculate, facilities perfect, wonderful rooms and grounds.
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"Superb house, beautifully maintained and equipped."
So unusual having a seven bedroom and seven bathroom house where no-one has to have the children’s or bunk bedroom - every room had a lovely en suite and was spacious. Having two ground floor bedrooms was a great bonus for our group of active/cookery loving pensioners! Would love to return.
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"Wonderful holiday home for all 14 of us covering 3 generations!"
Hot tub big hit, games room and croquet great, baby grand piano saw grandma and grandson playing duet and the magnificent dining table for us all each evening to enjoy time together. Furnished to excellent standard and en suite and toilet facilities perfect. Can't say enough about this superb property.
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"This was a beautiful house."
Even better than expected. It had everything we wanted and more. Highly recommended
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"We had a fabulous time at Plas Yolyn."
We were a party of two families, ranging in age from 2 to 65 and all enjoyed our stay immensely. The rooms were large and comfortable, and we had lovely evenings eating together in the dining room, and relaxing by the open fire in the living room, while the chefs among us made good use of the kitchen facilities. We all enjoyed the hot tub and became fans of croquet, playing some hotly contested games. The gardens are beautiful, and extensive, with plenty of room for children to explore and run about. There is plenty to see and do in the area - British Iron Works, Llangollen and its canal, and Ellesmere. We also made a trip to Chester which is only three quarters of an hour away. Stans superstore in nearby St.Martins provides all your grocery needs, and is only a few minutes away by car, although there are national supermarkets in Ellesmere and Oswestry. We had a wonderful time, but feel we only scratched the surface of this area, and would love to return!
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"Plas Yolyn is perfect for a gathering of family or friends."
Very well finished it had everything we needed. Only wish we could have stayed longer.
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"We had a lovely family get together over New Year at Plas Yolyn."
The house is very impressive and it was a treat to stay there. All rooms are beautifully furnished and there is plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Also, it has a very effective heating system which makes a big difference in the middle of winter and despite its size the house feels very cozy. The quality of furnishings and fittings is extremely high - the owners obviously have a good eye for detail and haven't scrimped on anything. I would definitely recommend the house and we would love to stay again.
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"This accommodation is perfectly suited to a large group wanting to enjoy Shropshire."
The house is beautifully appointed, with really luxurious bathrooms and bedrooms and a very well equipped kitchen. We have visited twice in mid winter and had a wonderful time, I suspect the summer garden is beautiful to sit in too.
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"The property was ideal for a family golden wedding celebration."
There was something for everyone, with ages 5-73! The house and gardens were beautifully presented and maintained, and had a welcoming ambience. It was a special privilege to spend a week at Plas Yolyn.
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"Our stay at Plas Yolyn was really amazing, lots to do for the kids and the house and grounds are just beautiful."
I couldn't fault it at all and will definitely be staying again in the future.
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"Plas Yolyn is a beautiful, comfortable and relaxing holiday home."
I felt at home as soon as I opened the door. Everything you could possibly need is provided here. We had a family gathering for my husband's 60th birthday and our wedding anniversary. Everyone loved staying here and no-one wanted to return home.
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"Plas Yolyn is an amazing place to stay with beautiful grounds."
The venue was perfect for my 70th birthday celebrations. The bedrooms and ensuite shower rooms are very impressive. My 4 Grandchildren were in and out of the hot tub all day and we played many games of tennis, croquet and table tennis.
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"The owners could not have been more helpful and friendly and the house was immaculate and exceeded all our expectations."
It was so well stocked with everything we needed and breath taking bedrooms and beautiful furnishings made it feel like a real luxury. Thank you.
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"Beautiful, clean house Very spacious."
Perfect for a large family gathering at Christmas. Attractive Christmas decorations. Slight problem with leaking towel rail was fixed immediately even though only 2 days before Christmas. Quiet and with lovely views. Only slight problem was that some of our party found the duvets too warm, even with the heating off, and there were no lighter alternatives..
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"Brilliant property."
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"Beautiful home in idyllic setting yet still close to shops, pub etc."
Everything and much more provided. Luxury bedlinen and towels. Tasteful décor throughout the house. Games room catered for young and adults (table tennis) Lovely hot tub on patio. It meant our whole family could be together for the weekend with lots of space. Would highly recommend.
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"Would you like to tell us anything else about this holiday?"
Superb property - elegant, spacious, comfortable - everything of the best quality. We were a group of 5 couples, one member of which has severe walking disabilities, but with a downstairs bedroom and en-suite (which is quite unusual to find in rented property), he was able to manage. We all enjoyed our en-suite luxury and beautifully equipped bedrooms along with the grand public areas - particularly the kitchen, to which we all seemed to gravitate, the snug where the readers found a quiet place, the lounge into which we all fitted of a night time, and the hall where we had two evenings of songs and music from the shows. The grounds were explored by all and used for morning jogs by our fittest members whilst two of us made use of the hot tub. All in all - a place to remember and, hopefully, to which to return.
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"I booked Plas Yolyn for a weekend's celebration of my wife's 40th birthday."
Friends booked baby-sitters and travelled from around the country and we all had a genuinely wonderful time at a property that surpassed our expectations. The house has a thoroughly modern and contemporary feel without ever losing its charm and character. The bedrooms and en-suite bathrooms were all spacious and excellently presented and the living and kitchen areas were well equipped and helped ensure we had all we needed to relax and enjoy and be together. We, as a group, can't speak highly enough of Plas Yolyn and feel lucky to have stayed at such an exemplary property.
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"A very warm and comfortable property."
I booked it for a party of my friends; there was no need to decide who got the 'worst' bedroom as every bedroom was lovely. I arrived to explore the myriad of rooms and departed feeling that I was leaving a well loved family home.
Summary
- Seven bedrooms with en-suite shower, basin and WC: 3 x king-size double, 1 x double, 1 x ground floor double, 1 x ground floor twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request, 1 x twin
- Bathroom with free-standing bath, shower over, walk-in shower, sauna, basin and WC
- 3 x ground floor basin and WC (one with grab handrails)
- Kitchen with breakfast table
- Dining room
- Sitting room (seats 7) with open fire
- Entrance hall with seating area (seats 4) and woodburner
- Snug (seats 5) with woodburner
- Games room with table tennis
- Utility.
- Oil central heating with open fire and woodburners
- Electric double oven and ceramic hob, AGA, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 3 x Smart TVs with Freeview, iPod dock, WiFi, selection of books, games and toys
- Fuel, power and fuel for fire and woodburners inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Cot, 2 highchairs, two stairgates, fireguard and two single day beds on request
- Ample off road parking
- Bike storage racks
- 10 acres of gardens and grounds with lawns, woodland and lake
- Patio with furniture, BBQ and hot tub
- Tennis court
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 1.5 miles
- Note: There is an unfenced lake at the property, care to be taken and children to be supervised
- Note: Check-in 5pm
The property
Ellesmere 4 miles.
Plas Yolyn is a luxurious stately home, steeped in history and situated 4 miles from Ellesmere in Shropshire.
Striking an imposing image as you first enter the impressive grounds, this Grade II* listed property dates back to the 17th century and has been variously connected to the Sheriff of Shropshire, Oliver Cromwell and Welsh royalty during its colourful existence.
Having been carefully renovated and restored in recent times, the original architecture and decorative features of this magnificent property have been retained to provide an impressive holiday home with more than a touch of class and luxury, including a bubbling hot tub and a two person sauna.
The gravel drive sweeps round to the house with its impressive facade and the heavy wooden door leads into a grand entrance hall, furnished with a baby grand piano and leather conversation sofas placed in front of a large woodburner.
To the left is an impressive banqueting hall with wood-panelled walls, with room enough for the whole party to sit comfortably, whilst to the right there is a drawing room with garden doors onto the patio, not to mention gorgeous original sash windows and shutters, as well as a roaring open fire.
The country kitchen forms a central hub around the generous breakfast table and oak rocking chair, warmed by an original oil AGA and retaining a splendid red quarry tile floor and exposed oak beams, complemented by modern granite work tops.
Theres also a cosy snug just perfect for reading, again enjoying a warming woodburner and this room leads through to two stylish ground floor bedrooms, both with en-suite shower facilities.
The first floor is accessed from either the main staircase or the secret former servants staircase, both of which lead up to five well-proportioned and beautifully-presented bedrooms, all boasting en-suite shower facilities and garden views.
In addition, a spacious family bathroom offers a free standing bath, a walk-in shower and a two person sauna, whilst there are three further cloakrooms available on the ground floor.
Children and adults alike will enjoy the well-equipped games room with full-size table tennis, Smart TV and many games and toys, ideal for a rainy day's entertainment.
Outside the grounds are equally impressive, covering 10 acres of countryside, with a formal garden to the side of the property, where you will find the hot tub and patio area surrounded by established borders, whilst to the front of the house theres a croquet lawn, leading to a dried-up leat with lawns stretching beyond.
To the rear of the cottage you will find a hard-standing tennis court and practice wall and an orchard, as well as woodland walks and a pretty lake.
For the more adventurous, perhaps try tackling a section of the nearby Wats Dyke Way, or the Offa's Dyke trail which can be found in Chirk, just five miles away.
This recent winner of a 'Sykes GEM Gold award' is a truly special property in a fantastic location, sure to leave you with superb memories of a luxurious break away.
Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
About the location
ELLESMERE
Oswestry 8 miles; Shrewsbury 17 miles.
The pretty market town of Ellesmere with its Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings quietly nestles between the Shropshire Meres and the well-known Shropshire to Llangollen canal, in an area renowned as Shopshire's Lakeland. Steeped in history and originally fortified as an Anglo-Saxon settlement, this peaceful town boasts a lovely church with a 15th century roof and was home to Thomas Telford during the building of the canal network in the late 18th century. The town also boasts a good variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as an abundance of entertainment on and around the meres in the surrounding area. Stroll through Cremorne Gardens, go fishing or boating, take some time to explore Colemere Country Park with its wonderful wildlife and scenic walks, or walk along the canal. A lovely location offering something for everyone at any time of year.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas