Guests say
Cysgod Y Coed is a well-regarded cottage praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location for walks and local amenities. Guests appreciate the modern kitchen, excellent shower, and cosy atmosphere, with a woodburner adding to the charm. The garden and local pub are also highlights, though some noted the garden could be better maintained.
Most guests found the cottage clean and well-presented, with spotless conditions mentioned. However, some noted issues with dishes and cobwebs, suggesting room for improvement in deep cleaning and maintenance.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to beaches, walking trails, and local amenities like shops and pubs. The village setting and easy access to attractions contribute to a positive experience.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and a cosy lounge. Some suggested improvements in seating comfort and the provision of a microwave.
Facilities are well-received, with a modern kitchen and good bathroom facilities. However, the lack of a microwave, unclear instructions for heating, and an out-of-order woodburner during a cold snap affected the score.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Perched on the fringes of the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park and within striking distance of the Cambrian mountains and coastline is Cysgod Y Coed, a characterful, end-of-terrace property set within the village of Tre'r Ddol. Inside, the property has been immaculately transformed with a clever combination of character and contemporary, providing a welcoming base for romantics, families or friends to call home as they explore this part of Wales. Step inside to find a sleek kitchen, where the chef of the group can look forward to making the most of the quality appliances, arranged in a contemporary assortment to cook up family-favourite dishes, which can be enjoyed within the spacious living/dining room. In here, you can look forward to relishing in your loved one’s company at the dining table as you tuck into your meals, accompanied by a special tipple before kicking back on the sofa to tune into the TV, with the crackle of the woodburning stove setting the ambiance and the complementing exposed beams perfectly framing the room. At the end of each action packed day, sleep is sure to come easy in one of the two double bedrooms, both offering a refreshing colour palette and good storage space. During a balmy afternoon, look forward to spending time within the spacious garden, where table and chairs offer an alternative spot for dining and the large lawn is ideal for letting your canine companions roam. Better acquaint yourself with your surroundings further with a leisurely stroll into the centre of Tre'r Ddol, where you will find a superb community-run shop, Cletwr, where you can pick up local produce or any last minute essentials, whilst the pub offers a good menu for the evenings where you do not feel like cooking, or you can find Ynyshir, a Michelin Star restaurant, just a 4 mile drive away. Alternatively, venture to Machynlleth, where you will find a larger selection of shops and eateries, before stopping off at the RSPB Ynys-hir, the setting 3-years running of BBC’s Springwatch nature programme, with more bird watching opportunities found at Dyfi Osprey project, with the pretty Dyfi area designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Alternatively, head towards the coastline to discover the seaside resort of Borth to spend a summer’s day lazing on the shoreline to catch a glimpse of the exposed remains of a forest, which is estimated to be over 3,000 years old. The property is very well situated for road and mountain bikers, with Nant yr Arian only a 25 minute drive away, and Coed y Brenin less than 1 hour away. Travel slightly further along the coastline to Aberystwyth, which is home to a bustling town centre with lots of lovely independent shops and a colourful Victorian promenade, as well as being home to National Library of Wales and Kings College, the place where Prince Charles stayed when he was studying in Aberystwyth. Other attractions within the surrounding area includes the Ynyslas National Nature Reserve, the Falconry Experience and the Nant-y-Moch Reservoir, providing great walks and fishing opportunities. Cysgod Y Coed is a wonderful retreat to call home as you explore this wonderful part of Wales.
Tre'r Ddôl is a small village and community lies within north Ceredigion, between the towns of Aberystwyth and Machynlleth. Within the small village, you will find a community-run shop of Cletwr, a cafe and a pub serving food, making a perfect base for touring surrounding Wales. Nearby Machynlleth hosts an array of attractions and amenities, and offers access to the national park, where you will find a plethora of walking opportunities.
Accommodation
Two king-size bedrooms.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
External utility.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
Electric central heating and woodburning stove.
Electric oven, induction hob, fridge, dishwasher, washer/dryer, TV and high speed WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
One of the double beds can be zip/linked (can be twins upon request).
Off-road parking for two cars.
Bike storage.
Rear garden with lawn area and sitting area.
Two pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking allowed.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.4 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Centre for Alternative Technology
Reviews (23)
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Elizabeth
Comfy beds and great shower.Lots to do in the area. Local pub does good food, but is closed Monday and Tuesday (which is a shame). Excellent local community shop. Would highly recommend.
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Matthew
We loved starting each day with a relaxing walk on the beach a short drive away. The cottage itself feels very welcoming and it was great to unwind in the garden at the end of the day (although it's enclosed, other pet owners should be aware that it's not altogether secure). All in all, a very enjoyable stay.
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Heather
Kitchen modern, could do with a small freezer as the little freezer in the fridge is so small and had not been defrosted there was not enough room for items I needed to freeze. Bedrooms clean and comfortable beds, bathroom clean the power shower brilliant. The lounge is quite dark but with the lamps on in the evening was very cosy. I brought some wood from the local shop at a very reasonable price and used the wood burner as it did get cold on the evenings, that made it even more cosier. The tv is a smart tv so plenty of choice for watching. Wifi signal good. A few downsides, the hot tap in the kitchen is just a trickle so takes ages to fill the sink to wash up, i dont use a dishwasher as there is only 2 of us. A bit of information on how the heating works would be helpful. The kitchen was surface clean but could do with a deep clean, i had to wash all pans before i could use them and some of the oven trys were very dirty. I put that down to visitors not bothering to clean them after using them but the cleaners should check them. The cupboards are full of plates etc may be far to many but that is not a problem. There were cobwebs on the inside of the bathroom windows that the cleaners had missed, again that was not a big problem for me spiders have to live somewhere. The biggest problem we encountered was the parking. The man who owns the church opposite parks his big car and van outside on the road and makes getting on and off the parking area difficult. The local pub shuts Sunday late afternoon and doesn't open again until Wednesday, that was a bit disappointing as it would have been nice to pop out for a drink on the night. Borth beach easy to reach just 3 miles down the lane off the main road. Overall had a lovely stay in the cottage. Just a bit about the garden. It was a bit over grown but accessible once the gate is closed behind you it is perfectly safe for dogs, totally enclosed. Lovely cottage lovely village. The village shop is well stocked and not over priced, and the staff are very pleasant and helpful.