Snaptrip says
Bwthyn Dyfi is a well-loved cottage praised for its beautiful location, comfort, and well-appointed facilities. Guests have enjoyed the stunning views, peaceful setting, and the charming character of the property. The outdoor seating and proximity to the river add to the serene experience. While most found the cottage to be a perfect base for exploring and a cosy retreat, some noted cleanliness issues, which were addressed by the responsive owners.
Guests that stayed at this property said
While many guests found the cottage to be comfortable and cosy, there were several mentions of cleanliness issues such as unemptied bins, stains, and dust. However, these seem to be sporadic, with some guests reporting the property as spotless. The owners were responsive to feedback, indicating a commitment to resolving these concerns.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its stunning views of the River Dyfi and the surrounding mountains. Guests appreciated the peaceful setting and the convenience of a local shop and pub. The location also offers opportunities for bird watching and is a great base for exploring Snowdonia and the coast.
Guests consistently described the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and homely, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable seating and bedding. The presence of a fire pit and outdoor seating areas contributed to the overall comfort of their stay.
The cottage is thought to be well-equipped with a large kitchen, good quality utensils, and comfortable outdoor areas. However, some guests encountered maintenance issues such as a leaking shower and heating problems, which were promptly addressed by the owner.
The owners have been commended for their thoughtfulness in providing a well-furnished property with touches that make it homey. While some guests mentioned gifts such as bird food and logs for the fire, it should be noted that such extras are a bonus and not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
A characterful, stone-built cottage sitting at the centre of Cemmaes on the banks of the River Dyfi, Bwthyn Dyfi makes a beautiful, rustic retreat to base a holiday in Mid Wales. In easy reach of a variety of coastal and countryside attractions, this quirky cottage is perfectly suited to a family of four or a couple seeking an action-packed getaway within an idyllic location. Take in the beauty of the cottage with its traditional stone-front and red framing and make your way into the snug sitting room where you will find a warming woodburning stove sat beneath the rustic beams of the room, with an inviting corner sofa welcoming you in to unwind for the evening. Venture into the kitchen/diner and carry on your conversations around the dining table while the chef of the group delights at the fantastic range of appliances on offer; this room boasts a beautiful farmhouse feel, with its colourful furnishings offering a bright and airy essence to the accommodation, it makes a fantastic social spot from which to toast to a wonderful holiday. When the day draws to a close, retreat up to the first floor to find your two sleeping spots, made up of a double with exposed stone wall bringing character to the room, with soft, pastel hues and ample storage space, this room is perfect for the adults of the group, whilst the little ones will love cosying up in the neighbouring twin room, a charming, bright and airy space, the layout of the bedrooms is wonderfully suited to a family of four. The bathroom is an equally as elegant room within the property, echoing blue hues to create a calming atmosphere, here you can choose from a relaxing soak in the impressive freestanding bath which also offers a handheld shower, or a rejuvenating rinse in the separate walk-in shower, both offering a refreshing start to your day. Outside the cottage you can find an astonishing garden, with a patio area overlooking the tranquillity of the river below and the hills beyond, there's no better place to enjoy a hearty breakfast or a romantic meal with your loved one, offering you the ultimate experience of the Welsh countryside. The local village of Cemmaes is a lovely base for a Welsh getaway, with a local pub and a coffee shop with a local store, you can find everything needed for a self-catered stay on your doorstep. Take a stroll along the scenic River Dyfi, packing up a picnic to bring along with you on your adventure, or venture further afield to Aberystwyth to find a plethora of waterside restaurants for a truly indulgent dining experience, as well as parks and gardens to explore before ending your day on its picturesque pier, with the beach's golden sands being perfect for a family day out to remember. Sat on the fringes of the Snowdonia National Park, you can find a whole host of walking and cycling routes around you; venture up Mount Snowdon to find its peak offering rewarding views, with access via a variety of walking routes or by a train journey for those seeking to simply kick back and relax, or explore by horseback for a view with a difference and a new experience you're bound to love. Explore nearby attractions such as the Centre for Alternative Technology, the Corris Craft Centre and Corris Mine Explorers, all offering their own unique experience, or spend a day on nearby Machynlleth, home to two art galleries, the Museum of Modern Arts and street markets every Wednesday, there's so much to explore here. Bwthyn Dyfi is the perfect property to call home whilst exploring Mid Wales with your loved ones.
Cemmaes is an idyllic village resting in Mid Wales, sitting peacefully amongst the valley of River Dyfi. The village is home to both a local pub and a coffee shop with a general store attached, offering everything you could need for a self-catered stay. Nearby Machynlleth is well-worth a visit for its wider selection of amenities, as well as its street markets every Wednesday, art galleries and Museum of Modern Arts, or visit the coast of Dolgellau for a wide range of leisure activities.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double and 1 x twin.
Bathroom with freestanding bath, handheld shower, separate walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility/cloakroom with basin and WC.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Electric central heating and woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, TV and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Roadside parking on a first-come, first-served basis.
Terrace garden and patio areas with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub within 0.1 miles.
Note: There is a river at the bottom of the property, children and pets must be supervised at all times.
Please note: access to path at front is shared with neighbouring holiday property.
Nearby points of interest
- Centre for Alternative Technology
Reviews (38)
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Julian
Friendly people in the tiny village - a shop / cafe with local produce a few minutes away by foot. Had a great fun evening with locals at the pub (opposite the shop) - very welcoming! The cottage itself fantastic - beautifully decorated, original beams, floorboards and stone walls - but with modern comforts: radiators, heated towel rails in the bathroom and downstairs laundry room/toilet. Heated floor in the bathroom was a great suprise! Comfy sofa to sprawl and take naps opposite the fireplace, that kept is cozy. Really good quality well equipped kitchen, with induction stove top, micro, toaster - we cooked several times a day and everything we needed to prepare proper meals was at hand. Large kitchen table was great. Outside seating gives quiet space to all - even with an outside socket to recharge phones / laptops - best office and views I ever had! Bonus: low flying jets from the Mach Loop one day was stunning.
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Richard
Cottage was spotess for us - so clearly the issues are isolated/sporadic. Kitchen was very well equipped - had everything we could need and more!! Sofas, beds etc. all comfortable and shower/bath both very good (once we'd read the instructions in the guest manual on how to get hot water for the bath!). Heating good and flexible, fire lovely. Parking was OK for us - we mostly parked on the road having dropped our stuff off down the road, which is tight but manageable. Sykes instruction email didn't seem to give us the full "how to find" info which we did find in the online guest handbook the owner sent (it's a bit hard to find) The area is really lovely. Weather wasn't too good so no high mountains - but we enjoyed walking to Machynnleth on Glyndwr's Way (~12m, bus back once per day), doing the "Windmills Walk" up onto Mynydd de Cemmaes and back down via the Cambrian Way as well as doing the waymarked "Cwm Dugoed a Clywedog Path" walk from Mallwyd. The best thing though was the village - without fail everyone was welcoming and made us feel at home - the pub (Penrhos Arms) is lovely when open, and the shop/cafe (Ty Cemaes) is a real find - great for nice topups if not a full weeks shop - nice meat, good food/veg, lots of lovely local stuff. So few people on the walks - and always a conversation when we did meet someone! And the food was lovely. Would definitely recommend.
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Susan
Behind furniture, bedroom bin not emptied and basic items not replenished. No dishwasher tablets no kitchen towel, one cube of fire lighter and the cottage took several hours to warm up when we arrived. These easy to fix issues did dampen our enthusiasm to return to an otherwise beautiful cottage in stunning location. The simple answer is to oversee the maintenance of cottages, do not totally rely on cleaning companies.