Guests say
Braich-Y-Celyn Lodge is a charming and cosy cottage with stunning estuary views, praised for its peaceful location and homely atmosphere. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds, underfloor heating, and thoughtful touches, making it ideal for families and couples. The property is well-placed for exploring Aberdovey and the surrounding area, though the road access and lack of footpaths may be challenging for some. While some guests noted issues with cleanliness, heating, and kitchen equipment, the overall experience is positive, with many guests eager to return.
Several guests found the cottage clean and tidy, but there are repeated mentions of dust, cobwebs, mould, and the need for more thorough cleaning on arrival. Some guests had to clean windows and surfaces themselves, indicating inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is widely praised for its beautiful views, tranquillity, and proximity to Aberdovey and local attractions. However, the cottage is situated on a main road with no footpath, making walking into town difficult and potentially unsafe for some guests.
Guests frequently mention the cottage as warm, cosy, and restful, with comfortable beds and a lovely log burner. However, some found the sofas uncomfortable, bedrooms cold due to heating issues, and the stairs steep, which may not suit everyone.
The cottage offers good basic facilities, including underfloor heating, a log burner, and a well-equipped kitchen for simple meals. Some guests noted a lack of kitchen essentials, unclear instructions for appliances, and maintenance issues such as old heaters and mould.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as a welcome bottle of wine and a book of local walks. However, as these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay, future guests should not expect them as standard.
About this property
Aberdovey 1 mile. A delightful, detached cottage, a former entrance lodge to a country estate, with wonderful estuary views, on the outskirts of the seaside resort of Aberdovey. Full of character, with features including beams, slate flooring, the original bread oven, a woodburner, underfloor heating and original ornamental fireplaces in the bedrooms, this lovely Wales cottage has been sympathetically restored, and decorated with great style. With wonderful views from every room over the estuary and the sandy beach just one mile away, this is a delightful setting. Aberdovey has shops, tea rooms and pubs. Great days out can be had in Machynlleth, the Snowdonia National Park, or on the local steam railway. A perfect Aberdovey cottage to return to, whatever the time of year.
Renowned for its mild climate, sandy beaches, sailing and a championship 18-hole links golf course, the picturesque harbour village of Aberdovey is often referred to as "an artist's paradise". Packed with pastel coloured cottages, small shops, inns and excellent restaurants which specialise in local seafood, the settlement offers a cosy, relaxed atmosphere. Aberdovey boasts some of the finest beaches in Britain, including four miles of golden sand dunes running north to Tywyn - home of the world-famous Talyllyn Steam Railway. Popular with sunbathers, swimmers, surfers and fishermen, these beaches make a wonderful spot for a day trip, whilst the estuary attracts a wide range of water sports enthusiasts. The peaks of the Cader Idris and Aran Fawddwy ranges are also close by and offer a range of walks at different difficulty levels.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double (zip/link, can be twin by prior arrangement), 1 x double.
Ground floor bathroom with shower, basin & WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburner.
Underfloor heating in dining room, kitchen & bathroom, woodburner in sitting room, electric storage heaters in bedrooms.
Electric oven, halogen hob, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, wine cooler, TV, Freeview, DVD, CD, iPod dock, mobile phone (O2 sim card, top up may be required), WiFi, DVDs/games/books, children's buckets & spades etc.
Fuel, power & starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Bed linen & towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair & 2 x stairgates available.
Off road parking for 2 cars & permit for 1 car for selected local car parks.
Patio with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops, pubs & beach 1 mile.
Note: Cottage is set on side of main driveway, which leads directly onto A493 - children should be supervised & there may be some traffic noise.
Note: Private, fully-tested water supply .Note: Property accepts 1 well behaved dog, £30 pet supplement
Nearby points of interest
- Aberdyfi Beach
- Aberystwyth Cliff Railway
- Centre for Alternative Technology
Reviews (34)
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Helen
Spectacular views from upstairs. Noise from road when windows open but you get used to it. Was unable to walk into centre as no footpath and the road was very busy having said that would certainly stay here again.
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Rosemary
There was only one hand towel in the bathroom. Instructions for use of the cooker could have been clearer. The radiator in one bedroom was hot all the time and the weather was already hot.
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Simon
When the heating did come on it was still cold in particular in the bedrooms. There was log burner but weâd chose not to use it. Beds comfortable. If the heating was more accessible to adjust when needed it would have been a much nicer stay for us.