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Reviews of Scenic Welsh Cottage in the Brecon Beacons

Efail Isaf, Crickhowell, NP8 1RU, United Kingdom

#3 of 20 Holiday rentals in Crickhowell

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Review score

Based on 21 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.8

  • Location

    9.7

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.7

  • Value for money

    9.7

  • Free WiFi

    5.0

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  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    10
    Would definitely come again
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Beds very soft but that is just being very fussy!

    Very helpful hosts. Brilliant location and house. Ideal for us and another family with 4 pre-school children. Lots of space inside (garden smaller than expected but lovely) and quite soundproof. One of the bedrooms had a little extra section that was perfect to fit our son's cot in so he couldn't see our bed!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    9.0
    Lovely dog friendly cottage, in super location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike a few minor pointers... Lovely garden but beware it's 100% secure, so I had to keep my puppy ( just turned 12 months old) on the lead whilst in the garden. Not a problem though. Would be nice to have spare dog bowls ( I forgot to bring water bowl & had to go & buy one). Cottage was otherwise very well equipped

    Excellent cottage. Clean, tidy & well equipped. Good size bedrooms & comfy beds. Great kitchen / diner & cosy lounge. Lovely garden to watch the sunset over the hills just listening to the birdsong & nearby babbling brook. Good walks on the doorstep. There was plenty of parking, which was a bonus. Great location with views of mountains plus coffee cabin & small shop on campsite next door plus cafe & pub within flat walking distance ( cafe & pub not open all week). Campsite in front of the cottage was very quiet & cottage set back behind high hedges across the lane so it's not noisy at all. I enjoyed the peace & and quiet, but it was close to amenities & Crickhowell / Abergavenny. Very dog friendly. Lots of room for my small dog. ( Dog sleeps in her crate in the kitchen, so she needed space, but there was plenty of room for both the crate and her separate dog bed) 2 log burners, however it was warm enough, so I didn't use them. I was visiting friends locally, so I would definitely book again next time we visit.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 April 2024

    8.0
    We had a fantastic stay in a beautiful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The parking needs a little sensor light at night

    The space was arranged perfectly for us

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Poor phone signal

    Location

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 March 2024

    10
    Lovely, comfortable and scenic place to stay.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cottage was well equipped and very comfortable. There were 6 of us and we found it to be spacious enough. It was also very well situated for everything we planned to do.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 February 2024

    8.0
    Remote country cottage in quiet location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The cottage could use some better cleaning to remove cob webs etc but not a major issue in the countryside. There is no working outside light so going out at night requires a good torch. The gate latch is hard to find in the dark. Better instructions are required about the recycling bins and process. A box of tissues would be helpful. The back path to the bins needs maintenance and cleaning. Access to and around the parking is very muddy. Both vacuum cleaners were full and didn't work. WiFi is strong and fast but range doesn't extend to the upper bedrooms. The shower in the main bathroom is too low and small for anyone over 5 feet tall.

    Very quiet countryside location with lovely views (once the rain stopped) across the valley. The check in process was seamless and the information booklet was very helpful. The milk and chocolates were a very welcomed gift on arrival and the house was lovely and warm when we arrived. The cottage is a very old building but well restored and maintained. The bedrooms were conducing to a long sleep in with good blackout curtains and comfortable beds. The heating was easy to control and functional. The cottage has a wood heater with some wood supplied but we didn't use it as we didn't know how to dispose of the ashes or find additional fire wood (probably needs more info on this). The local pub is walking distance but only open Thursday to Sunday otherwise more pubs about 15 minutes drive away.You will need to stop in at Abergavenny supermarket for supplies as there are no supermarkets closer. Parking is a bit tight as there is a tractor access path beside the parking. The hosts responded quickly when we discovered that the iron was missing. TV and streaming are excellent.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    10
    Amazing cottage
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cottage was beautiful with fantastic furnishing throughout - very comfortable with everything you would need to have a great stay. We were given some great local food recommendations and will absolutely return to here the next time we come to Wales

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 January 2024

    9.0
    Warm, relaxing and restful.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    It was clean in a great location. The cottage is welcoming and warm.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 November 2023

    8.0
    We had a lovely time and will return again next time we're in the area.
    • With a pet
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Wifi was slow and intermittent, as this was partially a work trip affected ability to communicate with colleagues effectively.

    The location was absolutely beautiful. Very comfy and cosy cottage. Dog friendly and secure garden.

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    So pleased we picked this comfy cottage. Amazing location and hosts work hard to make sure guests leave happy, which we did! Thank you.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing.

    Everything was perfect! The cottage had 3 nice and comfy bedrooms, 2 bathroom and 1 toilette. All equipment worked just fine; the washing machine, the heater, the kitchen stove, etc. My parents loved it. Plus, the staffs were very friendly and super helpful.

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cottage is very comfortably furnished and well equipped for our needs. It is perfectly placed for a relaxing holiday exploring the local area. We are very happy with our stay at the cottage. Many thanks to our hosts.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    10
    Perfect for a relaxing, quiet Christmas break.
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in April 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in March 2023

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