Guests say
Henllys is a spacious and beautifully located cottage in South Wales, offering stunning views and ample room for large groups. Guests appreciate the ample space, the large dining area, and the cosy log burner. The wild garden and proximity to beaches are a hit with families, while the underfloor heating and tasteful decoration add to the comfort. Some minor maintenance issues and additional amenities are suggested to enhance the experience.
The property generally appears to be clean, though some guests noted areas that could be improved, such as a dirty oven and some hair on the beds. The majority of reviews, however, do not raise cleanliness as a major issue.
The location is highly praised for its stunning views and peaceful countryside setting. It is considered a perfect place to escape and is appreciated for its proximity to local attractions and beaches.
Guests find the house comfortable, with plenty of space, good bathrooms, and comfortable seating. The presence of a log burner and underfloor heating are noted positively. Some concerns about steps at night are mentioned.
The facilities are generally well-received, especially the kitchen and bathrooms. However, guests suggest improvements such as additional kitchenware and clearer instructions. Some maintenance issues like broken lights and rustic furniture are noted.
While some guests mention the lack of a welcome pack and suggest that small gifts would be appreciated, there is not enough consistent information across reviews to accurately score thoughtfulness. It is important to note that while such gestures are valued, they are not guaranteed.
About this property
Newport 3.9 miles. Tucked away in Felindre near Newport in Pembrokeshire, is this beautiful seven-bedroom historic country house, Henllys. Enjoying a superb and wildlife rich location near the Castell Henllys Iron Age Village, exceptional views of the Preseli Mountains, and a traditional interior featuring a medieval staircase, exposed beams, and crackling fires, Henllys is a fantastic pet-friendly choice for a group or family of 14. The property benefits from off-road parking for five cars, and south-facing enclosed gardens with breath-taking views, perfect for alfresco dining with a gorgeous backdrop! Inside, you will find a well-equipped kitchen/diner, featuring murals of the ancient Ty Canol Woods, where you can whip up delicious feasts ready to savour at the dining table for 14, a handy utility with all of your laundry conveniences, a boot room for storage, a beautiful library with plush seating, an array of wildlife and nature books, and an open fire, ideal for evenings curled up whilst enjoying a good book, and a drawing room with sumptuous seating, double-fronted woodburning stove, and a 32” Smart TV. The ground floor is completed by the first of seven characterful bedrooms, a double with access to a wet room. Follow the medieval staircase up to the first floor, where you will find the remaining six bedrooms, three doubles with en-suite, two of which feature a stunning rolltop bath, two twins with en-suite shower rooms, and a lovely bunk room, perfect for the little ones to enjoy! From your home you can enjoy the delights of the local wildlife which includes bats, swallows, owls and toads, as well as far-reaching views down towards Newport, Carn Ingli, Ty Canol woods and Carnau MeibionOwen. An escape to Pembrokeshire doesn’t get much better than with a stay at Henllys. Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1116459, together sleeping up to 19 guests.
Newport is a magnificent seaside town in Pembrokeshire, south west Wales sitting on the River Nevern with a selection of shops, bars, tea rooms, with a superb golf course overlooking the sea as well as a great sheltered harbour. Newport situated on the Pembrokeshire Coast Path which is recognised globally for its unique beauty and fantastic opportunity to go dolphin and seal spotting. Wonderful seaside walks along the road or in the neighbouring Preseli Hills with the ever changing scenery are a walkers dream all year round. Learn about history as you visit the mills, craft centres and castles strewn over the county or spend a day at the beautiful Castell Henllys Iron Age Fort where you can learn hands on all about living during that period. See the gorgeous Shire Horses at the Shire Horse Farm or spend restful days on the large choice of stunning sandy beaches. All year round this is a fantastic venue for all the family.
Accommodation
Seven bedrooms.
1 x Double with en-suite roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
1 x Double with en-suite bath, shower, basin, and WC.
1 x Double with en-suite roll-top bath, basin, and WC.
2 x Twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
1 x Bespoke built-in bunk beds.
1 x Ground-floor double.
Ground-floor wet room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Kitchen/diner with Range cooker, microwave, 2 x fridges, freezer, dishwasher, double butler sink.
Boot Room/Utility room with drying room, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Drawing room with double-fronted woodburning stove.
Library with an open fire.
Air source heat pump central heating with underfloor heating, double-fronted woodburning stove and an open fire.
32" Smart TV & 20 MBS Wi-Fi.
Linen, tea towels, fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Off-road parking for 5 cars and the property has a charging point for electric vehicles.
Enclosed gardens with lawn, furniture and BBQ, to enjoy the local wildlife and dark skies please use outdoor lights sparingly and limit noise.
Three well-behaved pets welcome, additional pets may be considered with owners’ permission (strictly not to be on soft furnishing and to be kept down stairs).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 3.8 miles, pub 0.9 miles.
Reviews (10)
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Alan
As a group of over 60s on a walking holiday, we had a very enjoyable week overall. The house has plenty of space, the beds are comfortable and the showers/baths/loos all work well. It was obvious that the house had been cleaned but the oven was very dirty and the single beds covered hair and other detritus. We needed to clean some of the ancient cutlery before using it. The owner replaced a damaged kettle for us. Outside, there was an obvious lack of care - recycling and rubbish had not been collected - parts of the garden were overgrown or untidy - surrounding farm buildings are in disrepair. Two items of rustic furniture collapsed beneath us. This is a large, spacious property in peaceful countryside with glorious views. It has huge potential for development and could be lovely. It isn't there yet but it can still be an effective base for a group or large family holiday.
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Owein
The kitchen was great, and actually made cooking for lots of people a real pleasure. The weather unfortunately was terrible, but the house made up for that, providing plenty of cosy spaces to relax in and enjoy.
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John
Plenty of room, inside and out. Enough and comfortable seating for everyone. Space for the grandchildren to run around outside. Good location. Very good bathrooms! Enough bedrooms (often lacking). Quiet. Peaceful. Underfloor air-pump heating very impressive. Mixed feelings about the cutlery. Kitchen lacks a potato smasher for mashed potato. (I donât care for mashed potato myself, but some of my grandchildren like it.) Would have liked a mop to clean down the dogâs paw prints inside the backdoor/boot room/utility room, but you may care too much for you skirting boards (understandable). We heard the owls, missed the bats and saw no dormice. Overall, very highly recommended. Thank you!