Snaptrip says
River Cottage is a quaint property appreciated for its comfort, value, and picturesque setting. Guests have enjoyed the cosy atmosphere, the convenience of on-site parking, and the scenic river backdrop. While some guests have raised concerns about cleanliness and maintenance, the cottage's charm and location as a base for walking and mountain biking in South Wales are frequently praised.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Several reviews mention issues with cleanliness, including findings of old food, a musky smell upon arrival, and a lack of thorough cleaning. However, not all reviews mention cleanliness problems, indicating inconsistency.
The location is praised for its suitability as a base for walking and mountain biking, with beautiful views and a river nearby. Some guests found the distance to local amenities and the driving behaviour of locals to be drawbacks.
Guests have found the cottage comfortable overall, with a cosy atmosphere and good value. However, some guests mentioned issues with the bed and steep stairs, which affected their comfort during the stay.
The cottage offers a range of facilities, including WiFi and a well-equipped kitchen. However, guests have reported maintenance issues such as a squeaky bed, a leaking shower, and a musky smell, suggesting a need for better upkeep.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the host. Therefore, it is not possible to assess this category based on the reviews provided.
About this property
Tucked away in a picturesque part of the Rhondda Valey, in the small village of Cymmer, is this stunning stone cottage. Internally, the property has plenty of modern furnishings, with a quirky country decor throughout. The open-plan lounge area has a large sofa for you and your partner to curl up on of an evening and catch up with your favourite shows on the wall-mounted TV, while also boasting feature forest wallpaper, giving the room a wonderful rural and countryside feeling. There is also a dining area, with ample space for you to enjoy your lovingly prepared home-cooked meals, cooked to perfection in the modern and well-equipped kitchen. Follow the steps up to the first floor, where you will discover a large double bedroom, boasting a delightful ivy feature wall and matching bedside tables and lamps, perfect for some late night reading. A large family shower room with a double walk-in shower so you can enjoy a relaxing soak of an evening. While there is no designated garden area, there is a bench to the front, where you can sit with a warm cup of tea and simply delight in the hillside views. Travel towards the picturesque Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons), boasting natural caves, dramatic landscapes, historic castles and museums for an action-packed day in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. There are a number of nearby lakes, with opportunities for fishing and other watersporting activities, whilst the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons) offers jaw-dropping waterfalls and avid kayakers. The area is perfect for cyclists with many different cycle routes on offer. For a spot of history, venture towards Margam Castle, a 19th century, Tudor, Gothic mansion designed by architect Thomas Hopper, whilst the Margam Country Park is also within driving distance. River Cottage provides a wonderful base for couples looking to explore this southern region of Wales.
Cymmer is a lovely village set in the Rhondda Valley, in Wales. It boasts a convenience store, village pub and restaurants for your immediate amenities, whilst the neighbouring town of Maesteg provides a larger choice of shops and pubs. You will have easy access to the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park and the Afan Forest Park for plenty of attractions.
Accommodation
One bedroom: 1 x double.
Shower room with double shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with double sofa bed.
Infants accepted but not suitable for toddlers up to the age of 5 years.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, toaster, kettle, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking.
Front bench area.
Infants accepted but not suitable for toddlers up to the age of 5 years.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1 miles and pub 0.3 miles.
Note: £100 Good housekeeping bond.
Note: Please bring own kitchen supplies including toilet roll
Nearby points of interest
- Gwyn Hall
- Penderyn Brecon Beacons Distillery / The Welsh Whisky Co Ltd
- National Waterfront Museum
- Grand Theatre Swansea
- Henrhyd Waterfall
Reviews (10)
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Caroline
I booked two weeks & managed to do a different walk every day & there are lots of lovely technical mountain bike trails nearby. The cottage is a bit damp but once warmed up & dried out, it is very cosy. I love the quirky touches, like the woodland wall paper, the grape lights over the bed, the verse over the stairs & the LED showerhead. And the river at the back, "wow" that is strong after a downpour of rain but very enjoyable! There were a couple of issues at the start but once sorted, I had a very lovely 2 weeks here, I didn't want to go home! Ended up doing 90 miles of walking with my dog, who was rescued from the Chinese meat trade, so she had a really good time too! Was her first holiday!
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Adelia
Mountain bikers will love the trails. Very picturesque.
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Andrea
The owner informed us his cleaners had gone on holidays and they had not cleaned the cottage in readiness for our arrival. On further examination there was damp on 4 of the ceilings and 3 walls, there was a leaking shower cubical which had leaked through to the living room ceiling causing damp and mouldâs on both the ceiling and wall and even with all windows open we only managed to stay for less than an hour as the smell was horrific. The owner only offered us a meal out first of all as compensation but this was declined, he then offered us only a three quarters refund and refused a full refund we had no other option other to except as he would not increase his offer and skye cottages were no help at all in fighting our case so we were left £60 short and only spent a hour in the property. We feel very let down by both skye and the owner.