Tyllwyd Farmhouse

ID: S1326691

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 8
  • ・ Pets 1

Guests say

Tyllwyd Farmhouse receives glowing feedback for its spacious, beautifully decorated interiors and stunning countryside views. Guests consistently praise the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and relaxing hot tub. The property is described as peaceful and private, ideal for families, groups, and dog owners. While the closure of the local pub and shop is noted, the proximity to Aberystwyth and local attractions is appreciated. Thoughtful touches, such as welcome baskets, are frequently mentioned, though not guaranteed. Minor issues include some kitchen utensils needing replacement and garden security for dogs, but overall, guests highly recommend this charming farmhouse.

Multiple reviews highlight the property as clean, tidy, and well maintained, with no significant complaints about cleanliness.

The farmhouse is praised for its beautiful, peaceful setting with spectacular views and easy access to Aberystwyth and local attractions. The only minor drawback is the closure of the local pub and shop.

Guests frequently mention the comfort of the beds, spacious rooms, and relaxing atmosphere, making it feel like a home from home.

The property is described as very well equipped, with a hot tub, fire pit, games, and a well-stocked kitchen. A few minor suggestions for kitchen utensil updates and garden security for dogs were noted.

Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as welcome baskets and local recommendations. Please note that these gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

This holiday property is the perfect base to explore this stunning location, before retreating back and relaxing in front of the wood burner on an evening..

Ground Floor:

Living room: 40" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner

Kitchen/dining room: Freeview TV, Breakfast Bar, Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

Games Room: Table Football, Dartboard

Bathroom: (3 Steps), Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV, Dressing Area

Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), Freeview TV

Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV

Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV.

Oil central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack and doggy extras. External utility room with freezer and washing machine. Large enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture, gas and charcoal BBQ and firepit. Hot tub (private). Fishing on-site (licence required). Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property is situated on a farm environment - care should be taken at all times, especially with young children.. Tyllwyd, so named after the grey stone used to build this Victorian, detached farmhouse, is wonderfully situated within 80-acres of farmland, which takes full advantage of the glorious hillside views of the Rheidol Valley or “Cwm Rheidol”. The farm now only grazes cattle and sheep, along with hay and silage crops taken from the fields throughout the summer. There is record of a Tyllwyd at this location dating back to 1716 and it may have been part of the Abertrinant Estate at this time. Most of the estate was sold in 1830 and the census from 1841 and 1851 show farmers with their families living at Tyllwyd along with their servants.

A later census records lead miners and farm labourer’s residing at Tyllwyd. Only one other building survives from this period and this was the milking parlour, until 2003. The extent of the farm and the house today were probably established in the late 19th Century and was built with servants’ quarters that are now the bathroom and utility room. Servants continued to be employed at the farm and maybe as late as the 1940s. A dairy herd was established with 70 cows and the milking parlour was installed in one of the old 19th-century buildings. Potatoes were also grown and supplied the local chip shops in Aberystwyth. Dairy farming continued at the farm up until 2003.

The house has now been carefully and lovingly restored by the present owners, retaining period features, including original flagstone flooring, that gives the house its character. The spacious country kitchen, with a traditional clothes airing pulley, features a large range cooker with three ovens. The kitchen is open plan with the comfortable dining area so it’s the perfect place for a sociable gathering with friends or family. The living room boasts a cosy wood burner and there’s an adjoining games room to enjoy with table football and darts. On the first floor there are four light and airy attractive bedrooms, two with double aspect windows. The master bedroom features an en-suite shower room and walk-in dressing room. Outside, the large garden is great for children to enjoy and adults to appreciate sitting out with a glass of wine around the fire pit on colder evenings.

Nearest pub is in Goginan 1.4 mikes eastwards along A44.

The Vale of Rheidol narrow gauge steam locomotive is the finest way to explore the stunning Rheidol Valley. Opened in 1902, the railway has been delighting passengers young and old for over a century and the train which begins in Aberystwyth calls at Capel Bangor station on its way to Devil’s Bridge where you can alight to visit the unique waterfalls that have attracted many thousands of visitors since the 18th Century, including William Wordsworth who wrote about the "Torrent at the Devil’s Bridge". Today, the Falls Nature Trail provides a unique opportunity to see this great natural feature in the Rheidol Gorge. Birds of prey such as red kite and buzzards are regularly seen soaring high above the valley floor and breathtaking views can be enjoyed by all.

Stay at lovely Tyllwyd Farmhouse and enjoy this distinctive Welsh region with a thriving cultural identity. It’s perfect for a weekend break or a longer stay with award-winning beaches, sandy coves, sea cliffs, caves and wonderful wildlife, spectacular sunsets and starry dark skies. Horse riding is available just 1½ miles away. Fishing is available nearby, a licence is required and permits are available through Aberystwyth Angling Association. There is also sea fishing in Aberystwyth. Shops pubs and restaurant in Aberystwyth

Please be aware this property is situated on a farm environment, during certain times of the year there will be farm machinery entering/leaving the yard, care should be taken at all times, especially with young children.

EPC Rating = E

Suitable for up to 1 pet

Reviews (25)

  • George Pascale

    We were very happy with everything.Beautiful clean house with some amazing classic elements.Great jacuzzi, great gas BBQ, great cooker with 5 burners, great outside seating, everything was spot on. TV's everywhere but we didn't really use it as the weather was to good to sit indoors.Location and views- out of this world. Green fields all around, some with animals at a distance, amazing views.We did our best to leave it as clean as possible, I surely hope the owners were happy with us as we were with them.Owner was quick to reply to any queries, very polite gentleman.The children loved it, plenty of space to play and run.Our first stay in Wales, and it did not disappoint!

  • Kay

    Our 4th stay in this lovely place. Views of the hills and farmland from every window: a large lawned garden and access to the adjacent field. The gate at the bottom of the drive ensures the garden is secure for our dog so we can relax in the outside seating area. The hot tub is a real bonus and it is lovely to sit outside, or to relax in the tub in the evening under the fairly lights. The farmhouse is comfortable, and very well equipped. The owners have thought of lots of extra touches to make it welcoming and easy to relax, and communication is good. The Rheidol valley is beautiful and there is easy access by road to Aberystwyth and the surrounding areas. We love it - can't wait to go back next year.

  • Confirmed Guest

    Beautiful house, very clean and tidy. Lovely views too! We enjoyed our stay every much and had such a lovely time!

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