Guests say
Guests consistently praise Castell Courtyard for its immaculate condition, stunning location, and exceptional comfort. The property's facilities, including a hot tub and well-equipped kitchen, receive high commendations. The thoughtful touches by the owners, such as flowers and prosecco, contribute to the property's charm, although such gifts are not guaranteed.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviewers frequently mention the property's cleanliness, describing it as 'extremely clean', 'immaculate', and 'very clean'. The high standard of cleanliness is a recurring theme, indicating meticulous maintenance.
The property's location is consistently described as great, stunning, and peaceful, with beautiful scenery and proximity to local attractions. The quiet setting and picturesque views contribute to its high rating.
Comfort is highlighted with guests finding the property homely, well-decorated, and equipped. The spaciousness and modern bedrooms ensure a comfortable stay for large groups, although a few guests mentioned the beds were a bit hard.
Facilities like the hot tub, well-stocked kitchen, and games room are well-received. The property is praised for being well-maintained with everything needed for a stay. The quality of Wi-Fi and the ability to stream content are also appreciated.
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident through mentions of welcome gifts like prosecco and flowers, and the provision of colour-coordinated towels. However, it's important to note that such personal touches, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant 2 miles. A spacious, detached barn conversion set in rolling countryside, on the slopes of Glan Hafon in the Tanat Valley, two miles from the village of Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant and fifteen miles west of Oswestry. Adjacent to the owners' 430-acre working sheep farm and with delightful views past the farmhouse, Castell Courtyard has been carefully renovated to provide a purpose-built, luxury holiday home in a wonderful setting. Upon arrival youll enjoy private parking, with steps down to the property, and enter into a galleried hall with a mezzanine balcony and a refectory dining table, which then opens into the beautifully-appointed kitchen with a further dining table, granite worktops and carefully planned working area, centring around a large island with breakfast bar seating. Two steps lead down into the sitting room, which provides a welcoming seating area along with Freeview TV, and its large enough to offer further space towards the back of the room. A second sitting room with a woodburner provides a great chill-out area for adults and children, with a further Freeview TV plus an additional gaming TV and console. This delightful cottage offers eleven stylish bedrooms, six of which benefit from their own en-suite facilities, and are spread across three wings, accessed up three separate staircases. Completing the accommodation are three family bathrooms and a generous utility room, showing that the owners have tried to think of everything to ensure that you have a wonderful stay. Outside you will find a superb hot tub and sheltered patio area with BBQ, along with a large terraced suntrap patio with sunken lawn, where you can relax and enjoy the delightful views whilst children play safely. During lambing season the owners welcome those wishing to help bottle-feed the lambs, which will delight both children and adults, and doorstep paths lead out into unspoilt countryside and into the nearby village where you can visit the scenic waterfalls or enjoy a drink at one of several pubs. Lake Vyrnwy is within a fifteen minute drive and allows you to enjoy the beautiful Berwyn Mountains at their very best, whilst providing a host of sporting and leisure activities, including sailing and cycle hire. An ideal destination for friends or extended family to get together and relax in a stunning holiday cottage.
The village of Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant is situated in the beautiful Tanat Valley at the foot of the Berwyn Mountains, only four miles from the Pistyll Rhaeadr waterfall. The village offers two general stores, a newsagents, a Post Office, a butchers, two pubs and two cafes. In the area there's Lakes Vyrnwy and Bala, Powys Castle and Gardens, Shrewsbury, Chester and the Snowdonia National Park.
Accommodation
Eleven bedrooms: North Wing: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor king-size double with en-suite wet room with shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request).
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Centre Wing: 2 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x family room with 1 king-size double and 1 single with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC.
South Wing: 1 x ground floor king-size double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be super king-size double on request), 1 x family room with 1 king-size double and 1 single.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with breakfast bar leading to dining area with mezzanine balcony overlooking hall.
Utility.
Sitting room (seats 20).
Second sitting room (seats 12) with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with underfloor heating on ground floor and woodburning stove.
Rangemaster Nexus cooker with electric ovens and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwashers, 3 x TVs (1 with basic Sky, 1 with Freeview and 1 for games console only), DVD, PlayStation 3 with small selection of games, WiFi, selection of books, games, toys and DVDs.
Fuel, power and first basket of logs included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Two travel cots, highchairs and stairgate on request.
Off road parking for 11 cars.
Bike cleaning and lockable storage shed.
Enclosed front lawned garden with patio and furniture, plus rear patio with hot tub and BBQ.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.5 miles.
Note: The owners are happy to receive a Tesco/Asda delivery prior to arrival, please contact owners to arrange.
Note: Next to a working sheep farm with outbuildings in view.
Note: Two internal steps into sitting room and three steps into south wing bedroom and bathroom, and there's a slope down from the car park (limited alternative parking available for guests with limited mobility, by prior arrangement with owners).
Note: Outside catering is available on request.
Note: This property can only accept arrivals on a Friday or Monday, Christmas and New year bookings are unaffected.
Please note from 1/1/25 the property has a £500 Good Housekeeping Bond payable direct to the owner ten days before arrival.
No fireworks allowed due to farm animals being in close proximity to the property.
Please note: this property will accept 3 well-behaved dogs from January 2025, there will be a £35 charge per pet per stay.
Reviews (74)
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Jyoti
The property was clean, everything was working, rooms were comfortable, there was enough space and bathrooms for 24 people. The kitchen was well stocked and has everything you would need. The host was very efficient at dealing with requests. The hot tub was a particular highlight for the adults! Collecting freshly laid eggs from the chickens was enjoyable for the kids! Thank you for an amazing stay. We will be back again!
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Alison
The kitchen had everything we needed. The beds were comfortable and showers all in perfect working order. Cosy sitting rooms and excellent woodburner for a cool evening. Games room for a rainy afternoon. In short - perfect! Thank you to Helen and her husband
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David
Castell Courtyard was very well equipped and the location was lovely. We particularly liked the games room and the hot tub! The only things which weâd like to mention are the following: We found having only one 4 piece toaster for 24 guests a bit of a struggle! It was also very slow and took more than 3 mins to toast 4 slices so over half an hour just to toast 2 slices of toast each in the mornings! We were grateful that you lent us your hairdryer but again 1 hairdryer amongst 24 guests was a bit of a challenge! We would have preferred to have paid a few pounds more and had some shower gel/shampoo and a few more toilet rolls in each bathroom and a few more dishwasher tablets so that we didnât hand to replenish them!