Guests say
Bryntrisant is a beautifully maintained cottage in a tranquil rural setting, offering guests a peaceful retreat with stunning countryside views. Reviewers consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped facilities, making it an ideal base for exploring Mid Wales. The owners are frequently described as welcoming and attentive, with many thoughtful touches noted throughout. Guests appreciate the quiet location, lovely garden, and abundance of wildlife, making it perfect for relaxation. The cottage is highly recommended for those seeking a cosy, homely atmosphere and a memorable stay in the Welsh countryside.
Guests repeatedly mention the cottage's spotless condition and high standards of cleanliness, with no negative comments noted.
The peaceful, rural location with beautiful views is highly praised, offering easy access to Aberystwyth and local attractions. Some mention the remote setting and need to stock up on supplies, but this is generally seen as a positive for those seeking tranquillity.
Reviewers describe the cottage as warm, cosy, and homely, with comfortable beds and relaxing living spaces. The atmosphere is consistently highlighted as inviting and restful.
The cottage is described as extremely well-equipped, with everything needed for a self-catering stay. Occasional minor suggestions (e.g., a larger fridge freezer or dishwasher) are mentioned, but overall satisfaction is very high.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, treats, and seasonal decorations. While these gestures are frequently appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
With lovely views, and kites and buzzards to watch from the garden, this cosy cottage is ideal for lovers of the countryside.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 28" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder at ÂŁ5 per basket, honesty box. . Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and BBQ. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: Entrance to property has a low doorway (signs in place).. The delightful detached cottage of Bryntrisant is believed to date back to the 1840âs. Census records indicate that the cottage was originally occupied by a Cornish tin miner and his family, who almost certainly moved to the area to use his skills in the local lead mines. Later that decade the cottage became a little shop, and the resident family were also registered as weavers. Today the cottage has been lovingly and carefully restored to enhance the traditional features of exposed stone walls, and an amazing fireplace with a wood burner set into it. The spacious and very comfortable open plan living space has delightful views across the fields towards the hills of the Cambrians, and upstairs there are two delightful bedrooms with equally lovely views and a contemporary shower room with a rain head shower.
Accessed through a handy boot room with separate toilet off, is the lovely enclosed garden with benches and patio furniture. Here you can while away a few hours with a drink in one hand and a pair of binoculars in the other, watching the red kites and buzzards as they soar in the sky. The Bwlch Nant Yr Arian Forest Visitor Centre is a few miles away and has a daily feeding programme for the red kites, and is well worth a visit for the spectacle of more than a 100 birds coming in to feed. The cottage is just a short drive from the seaside town of Aberystwyth, and perfectly situated for exploring the Ceredigion coastline or the Cambrian Mountains. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of walking, cycling, mountain biking, birdwatching and fishing opportunities in the area. Close by to Bryntrisant is the Hafod Estate; a vast forested landscape with a number of well signposted walks graded by length and ease, with plenty of parking available. There is plenty of cycling to enjoy nearby with the Ystwyth Trail to Tregaron, the Rheidol Cycleway to Devilâs Bridge and Lon Cambria across the width of Wales (part of the National Cycle Route 81) and you can store your bikes in a shed provided at the property.
The little village of Devilâs Bridge is 2 miles away, and has a reputation across the world for its stunning waterfalls. You can take the steep staircase to the base of the falls (known as Jacobâs Ladder); the effort will reward you with the most amazing sight. You can also buy some useful day to day essentials from the cafĂ©, or if you travel further on to Pontwerwyd there are local supplies and a cash point at the petrol station. The Vale of Rheidol steam train also departs from Devilâs Bridge and meanders through the gorgeous countryside to Aberystwyth. Here you can take another form of transport; the electric cliff railway at the end of the promenade, which will take you up to the summit at Constitution Hill and reward you with another stunning view out across the whole of Cardigan Bay. Make sure you take the time to enjoy a coffee or an ice cream here! When you have finished exploring each day return to Bryntrisant with its cosy comfort, light the fire, open a bottle of wine and relax! Beach 10Âœ miles. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
Free WiFi
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Nearby points of interest
Reviews (39)
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AW
Bryntrisant was a clean, comfortable, well equipped cottage. The beds were comfortable, and the shower was good. It was easy to find. It was a very short drive to Devil's Bridge and close other places to go walking (e.g. Hafod estate, Bwlch Nant yr Arian, etc). It was about 15 min drive to Aberystwyth to the nearest supermarket, but there was a welcome pack on arrival, so we didn't need to go back out for milk, etc. There were several nice pubs nearby. We'd stay again.
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Samantha Anderson
We had a fantastic time at Bryntrisant. The cottage is in such a beautiful location. Surrounded by fields, away from noise and light pollution. The cottage felt so homely and contained everything we needed for a week in Wales. I particularly enjoyed the huge chair situated right next to a window looking out to the fields. I used this as my morning cup of tea and reading chair before the rest of the family woke up. Thanks again for a wonderful week. We all feel very rested which is exactly what was needed đ
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Confirmed Guest
We had a lovely stay at the cottage and really enjoyed our time there. It was very clean, comfortable and well equipped with everything we needed. The surroundings were so peaceful and the garden was a lovely place to sit and relax.The hosts were very helpful and welcoming, and we really appreciated the thoughtful goodies they left for us, including wine, Welsh cakes and biscuits! We also enjoyed making friends with the neighbourâs very friendly black and white cat đ It was a beautiful place to stay and a great base for exploring the area.