Guests say
Bryn Celyn is a well-received cottage in Oswestry, Shropshire, praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and comfortable beds. The property boasts a well-equipped kitchen, a large garden, and a welcoming local pub within walking distance. It serves as an ideal base for family gatherings and exploring the local area. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches by the hosts, including welcome gifts, though these are not guaranteed.
Guests consistently note the property's cleanliness, with multiple reviews highlighting the clean rooms and well-maintained spaces. The high standard of cleanliness contributes positively to the overall experience.
The cottage's location is frequently praised for its proximity to local amenities, welcoming pub, and scenic walks. Its position in a picturesque village and near Oswestry makes it a desirable base for exploring the countryside.
Comfort is a strong point for Bryn Celyn, with numerous guests finding the beds very comfortable and the living spaces cosy. The property offers ample room for relaxation, contributing to a comfortable stay.
While the property is generally well-equipped, some guests mention that the kitchen could be better organised and some furniture and fixtures require maintenance. However, the overall facilities meet the needs of large groups and families.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident in the welcome gifts and helpful recommendations provided, which guests find delightful. It is important to note that such personal touches, while appreciated, are offered at the hosts' discretion.
About this property
An inviting, whitewashed holiday home, sitting conveniently next to the owner's home in Shropshire, Bryn Celyn promises to be the perfect family holiday base at any time of year. Resting within the village of Trefonen, the cottage is wonderfully placed for exploring both England and North Wales, with a wide range of wonders all within driving distance. Park up on the off-road gravelled area and make your way inside to begin your relaxing retreat; gather together within the spacious sitting room and light up the open fire, the stripey selection of furniture making the perfect spot to spend time with loved ones, or choose to recline into your evening in the snug, boasting a woodburning stove and a good selection of books, it makes the ultimate escape for some quiet time to yourself. Move through into the amply-equipped kitchen/diner, offering a farmhouse feel, here you can sit together to enjoy a homemade meal around the table, or sit out and dine alfresco on the private patio while your canine companions can play freely on the enclosed lawn. The ground floor is also home to a utility boasting every essential, as well as a sparkling shower room, while moving up to the first floor you can find the impressive family bathroom, giving you lots of space to prepare for your action-packed day. The first floor continues the quirky character of the cottage, with five well-presented bedrooms, you can take your pick from a double with both a shower and a basin in the room, a double with a TV, two further doubles and a bunk bed room, each offering its own unique style and ample storage space for your personal belongings. There's so much natural wonder to explore within the local area, with Trefonen resting between the English border town of Oswestry and the Welsh village of Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, home to the UK's highest single drop waterfall, Pistyll Rhaeadr, it makes a fantastic touring base. The village itself offers both a local shop and pub, as well as the Offa's Dyke Pathway running through the village letting you experience the beauty of the area up close on either a walk or cycle. Oswestry boasts a wider selection of amenities, with a plethora of restaurants to take your pick from for a special occasion, as well as the wonders of the Oswestry Town Museum and Cambrian Railway Museum, welcoming indoor markets, and an all-around charming atmosphere. Venture into Wales and discover the beauty of Lake Vyrnwy, sitting amongst the Berwyn Mountains, there's plenty of scenery and bird life to discover, as well as providing easy access into Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park for a more challenging ramble. Enjoy a day in Shrewsbury or Chester with their wealth of historic attractions and shopping experiences, or simply soak in the beauty of your surroundings from your welcoming holiday base, Bryn Celyn. Some additional activities:. Golf - Three excellent courses within a few miles. Fishing - Rivers Tanat, Vyrnwy, Severn and Dee. Countryside Pursuits - Famous 3 Valley Shoot, Llanforda and numerous others in locality. Pony Treking. Real Ales - Offas Dyke Brewery alongside Barley Mow and Stonehouse Brewery within 2 miles. Walking - Superb walks right on your doorstep
Trefonen is a charming village resting between the English town of Oswestry and the Welsh village of Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant, where you will find Pistyll Rhaeadr, the highest single drop waterfall in the UK. Within the Shropshire village you can find both a shop and pub, as well as benefiting from Offa's Dyke Path running through it. The Berwyn Mountain Range is in easy reach for wonderful biking opportunities, as well as Llangollen, Ironbridge and Shreswbury all being within driving distance.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x double with walk-in shower and basin, 1 x double with TV, 2 x double, 1 x bunk beds (adult suitable).
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower & basin.
Separate WC & basin on ground floor.
Bathroom with bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with TV.
Utility.
Sitting room with open fire.
Snug with woodburning stove and wall-mounted TV
Oil-fired central heating, open fire and woodburning stove.
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV, stereo, WiFi and a selection of books and board games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for four cars.
Enclosed lawn and patio with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking, and no stag or hen parties.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles Please Note - This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.00.
Please contact us first if arriving on a Sunday or a bank holiday.
We may not always be able to accommodate this request - Please check with us before making the booking.
Electric Vehicles -Please note we have no facility for charging electric vehicles.
Under no circumstances are vehicles to be charged.
There are a number of charging points located in Oswestry
Reviews (44)
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Sheila
And great enclosed garden safe for dogs and children. Heating a bit erratic but that was probably user error on our part. Only niggle would be TV's not great, WiFi not strong enough to operate lounge TV and there seemed to be a jungle of cables behind snug one. Didn't try bedroom one as baby slept in there. Safety warnings should be made for dramatic drop In floor levels near top of stairs and our tall family had massive issue with light in snug being quite sharp and low. We had a lovely time but felt that a few tweeks could make the house fantastic as there is lots of space.
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Kerry
Well organised with plenty of cups/glasses for us all. We visited Lake Vrwny and the local pub- it was nice to see it busy. Didn't try the food but they were very welcoming. Grabbed a Chinese takeaway just 5min drive away. Only very minor point was that there is only Netflix in the lounge but terrestrial TV in the snug so we all had to squeeze in there to watch Strictly!!! Haha. Owner very friendly and close by if needed. Definitely recommend! Thank you
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Sue
Beds very comfortable. Kitchen well stocked with cooking utensils, plenty of crockery,mugs and glasses.