Guests say
Y Cartws is a quaint cottage in Llandysul, praised for its peaceful setting and comfortable beds. Guests appreciate the friendly owners and the property's potential as a base for exploring the local area. While some guests found the cottage spacious and clean, others noted issues with cleanliness and maintenance.
Reviews are mixed regarding cleanliness. Some guests found the property to be clean and well-presented, while others reported it as dirty with issues such as a filthy floor, cobwebs, and unemptied bins.
The location is generally well-regarded for its quietness and proximity to Cardigan Bay, making it a good base for exploration. However, the presence of a dental practice next door and the associated traffic may affect the tranquillity for some.
Comfort receives mixed feedback. Guests have mentioned very comfortable beds and a peaceful environment, but there are also complaints about an uncomfortable outside seating area and an uncomfortable bed.
Facilities and maintenance issues are a concern, with several guests reporting problems with the oven, microwave, and heating. The lack of a dishwasher and modern appliances was also noted.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owners towards the guests, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Y Cartws is a charming cottage situated near the owner's residence on a small holding which is home to their world famous stud farm of Welsh ponies and Cobs. Llandysul 3.8 miles. This charming former cart house rests adjacent to the owner's property, near the traditional market town of Llandysul. Y Cartws is a stone-built property on the owner's working farm, situated ideally for exploring the coast and countryside of Cardigan Bay, and further afield to the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) and Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. Step through the porch way and straight through to the open-plan living room, a lovely spot which boasts a country-cottage feel, with plush seating, a TV tucked into one corner and a well-presented kitchen. Sink into the sofa after a day exploring the lakes, nature reserves, castles and caves, and enjoy a hot brew surrounded by your family in front of the cosy wood burner effect electric fire on those frosty evenings. The dining table invites you to share a home-cooked meal together, before heading upstairs later in the evening to find your comfortable bedrooms, comprising a single, followed by the glistening shower room and lastly a family room occupying a double and a single bed. Outside, to the front of the property, is an area with a table and chairs for you to sit out on a warm afternoon. A 5 min drive from the quaint market town of Llandysul, where you will find local shops, pubs, takeaways and a lovely little cafe/bistro. The local pub is only 1/2 mile away serving traditional food and is also pet friendly. The coastline is only 15 miles away, where you will discover pretty seaside villages and coves and the stunning sands at the National Trust Penbryn beach. There are boat trips from New Quay where you can appreciate the beautiful coastline and you may be lucky enough to catch sight of the Cardigan Bay's resident dolphins and grey seals as well as a myriad of bird life. A little further north is the regency town of Aberaeron which boasts idyllic surroundings with its multicoloured houses lining the streets and harbour, and offers a range of eating facilities including some high class restaurants. The market towns of Lampeter and Newcastle Emlyn and the larger town of Carmarthen are within easy reach. Llandysul itself has the spectacular River Teifi flowing right through the village where you can grab a wetsuit and take a course in canoeing, rock climbing or kayaking with the Llandysul Paddlers. There are so many walking and cycling options on your doorstep to watch the array of wildlife, in particular the Red Kites that nest in the valley. Brechfa Forest has fantastic cycling and walking trails and the adjacent Llanllwni mountain with a stretch of heathland and breathtaking views. There is so much to see and do within a short distance of this charming cottage that you will be planning your return visit before you know it.
Llandysul is a busy market town boasting a wealth of shops, tea rooms and pubs, as well as its own canoeing club and national cycle route 82. New Quay offers a coastal day out nearby, close to a selection of beaches on the Cardiganshire, Carmarthenshire or Pembrokeshire coastline, whilst the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, the city of Swansea, and the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons National Park) can be found further afield.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x family room with double and single bed, 1 x single.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire
Biomass heating, electric underfloor heating and electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, TV, WiFi, selection of books, games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Seating area at front.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.2 miles, pub 1 miles.
Note: This property is on a working farm, dogs must be on lead
Reviews (8)
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Jeannie
The cottage itself is semi-detached and the particulars carefully avoid mentioning that the other half is occupied by a small but busy dental practice. This means that there is a steady flow of patientâs vehicles coming and going every half hour or so. If the car park is full, they leave the car right by the âoutside seatingâ area. This is a factor that should be born in mind particularly for families with small children or dogs and should be made clear in the cottage particulars so that potential customers can make a decision in advance whether or not to book. The outside seating is attractively constructed from horse shoes but is extremely uncomfortable, lacking cushioning or a glass top for the table. Opposite to the cottage, there is a small walled patch of grass, along side a disused greenhouse, which would make an ideal and safe garden but it seems unlikely that the owners could be bothered to set it up and probably too mean to buy furniture for it! The ownersâ 2 small terriers spend a good part of their day yapping, fairly annoyingly. They are not restricted so come around and scrounge if you are eating outside. Also, if the door is open, they will go into the house. Fortunately, our German shepherd is very amiable. Others may not be so accommodating? The most inconveniencing problem was with the cooker. The main oven had been dismantled so was unusable! One of the control knobs was missing. Only half the grill worked and the indicator that is supposed to be behind the control knob was absent so trying to set the correct heat was guess work. It was also prone to cutting off part way through food preparation. At this point, it wonât restart so your food is ruined. The hob top is also unreliable and just cuts out without warning. We contacted the owner about this on the Monday morning. He seemed concerned and promised to get his wife to call us. She didnât! So on Wednesday we tried to call her direct. She didnât answer so we left a comprehensive message on her voicemail. This solicited no response whatsoever. Plainly, if you have a problem at y Cartws, youâre on your own! Later, we discovered that there had been several complaints about the cooker going back over a year! There is no excuse for this. Electric cookers are not expensive or difficult to install. Clearly, the owners are more than happy to take your money but are much less willing to spend any! Without a properly working cooker, this house should not be on the market! Finally, everyone gets complaints from time to time. However, itâs the way that you handle them that counts. Ignoring them just serves to make customers even angrier!
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Maria
The owner let us enter the property early which was very kind. The cottage had a charming feel to it. However, the oven was a little temperamental and we had one night the children were woken up by horses returning late from a show although they found this exciting! An easy place to get to beaches overall a very pleasant place to stay.
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Lynn
We saw the owner who was lovely and friendly. The cottage was quite and well equipped and the beds are very comfortable. A home from home.