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Bryn Celyn

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ID: S274481

Bedrooms 5
・Sleeps 10
・Pets 1

Guests say

This summary has been generated using feedback from guests who have stayed at this property

Bryn Celyn is a well-received cottage, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and suitability for family gatherings. The property boasts a great location with local amenities and attractions nearby. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches from the hosts, including welcome gifts and helpful recommendations.

Cleanliness

The cottage is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, with several reviews highlighting its spotlessness. This suggests a high standard of cleanliness that guests are very satisfied with.

Location

The location is frequently praised for its proximity to local pubs, parks, and walking paths, as well as being a great base for exploring the area. However, a few guests mentioned poor mobile network coverage, which slightly impacts the score.

Comfort

Many guests find the beds comfortable and the property spacious, with multiple sitting rooms and a secure garden. Some minor issues with furniture comfort and water temperature adjustments are noted but do not significantly detract from the overall comfort.

Facilities

The property is well-equipped, especially the kitchen, but some guests noted a lack of consistency and practicality in the cookware provided. There are also mentions of maintenance issues like wobbly chairs and toilet seats, which suggests room for improvement in this category.

Thoughtfulness

Guests frequently mention the thoughtful gestures from the hosts, such as welcome cakes, wine, and flowers. While these gifts are greatly appreciated, it is important to note that such personal touches, though common, are not guaranteed with every stay.

About this property

An inviting, whitewashed holiday home, sitting conveniently next to the owner's home in Shropshire, Bryn Celyn promises to be the perfect family holiday base at any time of year. Resting within the village of Trefonen, the cottage is wonderfully placed for exploring both England and North Wales, with a wide range of wonders all within driving distance. Park up on the off-road gravelled area and make your way inside to begin your relaxing retreat; gather together within the spacious sitting room and light up the open fire, the stripey selection of furniture making the perfect spot to spend time with loved ones, or choose to recline into your evening in the snug, boasting a woodburning stove and a good selection of books, it makes the ultimate escape for some quiet time to yourself. Move through into the amply-equipped kitchen/diner, offering a farmhouse feel, here you can sit together to enjoy a homemade meal around the table, or sit out and dine alfresco on the private patio while your canine companions can play freely on the enclosed lawn. The ground floor is also home to a utility boasting every essential, as well as a sparkling shower room, while moving up to the first floor you can find the impressive family bathroom, giving you lots of space to prepare for your action-packed day. The first floor continues the quirky character of the cottage, with five well-presented bedrooms, you can take your pick from a double with both a shower and a basin in the room, a double with a TV, two further doubles and a bunk bed room, each offering its own unique style and ample storage space for your personal belongings. There's so much natural wonder to explore within the local area, with Trefonen resting between the English border town of Oswestry and the Welsh village of Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, home to the UK's highest single drop waterfall, Pistyll Rhaeadr, it makes a fantastic touring base. The village itself offers both a local shop and pub, as well as the Offa's Dyke Pathway running through the village letting you experience the beauty of the area up close on either a walk or cycle. Oswestry boasts a wider selection of amenities, with a plethora of restaurants to take your pick from for a special occasion, as well as the wonders of the Oswestry Town Museum and Cambrian Railway Museum, welcoming indoor markets, and an all-around charming atmosphere. Venture into Wales and discover the beauty of Lake Vyrnwy, sitting amongst the Berwyn Mountains, there's plenty of scenery and bird life to discover, as well as providing easy access into Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park for a more challenging ramble. Enjoy a day in Shrewsbury or Chester with their wealth of historic attractions and shopping experiences, or simply soak in the beauty of your surroundings from your welcoming holiday base, Bryn Celyn. Some additional activities:. Golf - Three excellent courses within a few miles. Fishing - Rivers Tanat, Vyrnwy, Severn and Dee. Countryside Pursuits - Famous 3 Valley Shoot, Llanforda and numerous others in locality. Pony Treking. Real Ales - Offas Dyke Brewery alongside Barley Mow and Stonehouse Brewery within 2 miles. Walking - Superb walks right on your doorstep

Trefonen is a charming village resting between the English town of Oswestry and the Welsh village of Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, where you will find Pistyll Rhaeadr, the highest single drop waterfall in the UK. Within the Shropshire village you can find both a shop and pub, as well as benefiting from Offa's Dyke Path running through it. The Berwyn Mountain Range is in easy reach for wonderful biking opportunities, as well as Llangollen, Ironbridge and Shreswbury all being within driving distance.

Accommodation

Five bedrooms: 1 x double with walk-in shower and basin, 1 x double with TV, 2 x double, 1 x bunk beds (adult suitable).

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower & basin.

Separate WC & basin on ground floor.

Bathroom with bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner with TV.

Utility.

Sitting room with open fire.

Snug with woodburning stove and wall-mounted TV

Oil-fired central heating, open fire and woodburning stove.

Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV, stereo, WiFi and a selection of books and board games.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for four cars.

Enclosed lawn and patio with furniture.

One well-behaved pet welcome.

Sorry, no smoking, and no stag or hen parties.

Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles Please Note - This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.00.

Please contact us first if arriving on a Sunday or a bank holiday.

We may not always be able to accommodate this request - Please check with us before making the booking.

Electric Vehicles -Please note we have no facility for charging electric vehicles.

Under no circumstances are vehicles to be charged.

There are a number of charging points located in Oswestry

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