Guests say
Drovers Barn in North Wales & Snowdonia offers a peaceful and scenic getaway with a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, and a hot tub that is a hit among guests. The property's remote location provides stunning views and is ideal for large groups seeking tranquillity. While some guests encountered issues with hot water and the wood-fired hot tub, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
The majority of guests found the property to be clean and well-presented. However, a few noted issues with cleanliness such as dirty floors, stained crockery, and cobwebs, which suggests room for improvement in ensuring consistency in cleanliness standards.
The location is praised for its quietness, remote setting, and stunning views, making it an excellent choice for those looking to escape and enjoy the countryside. The single-track road access may be challenging for some, but it contributes to the property's secluded charm.
Guests generally found the property comfortable, with special mentions of the comfortable beds and underfloor heating. Some guests noted that the lounge furniture could be more comfortable, and the hot tub can be difficult to regulate.
The property is well-equipped for large groups, with ample space and kitchen facilities. However, there were several mentions of maintenance issues such as non-working TVs, hot water problems, and a challenging wood-fired hot tub. These issues indicate a need for better upkeep and possibly upgrading some amenities.
While many guests appreciated the property's amenities and the owner's responsiveness, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Corwen 6 miles. Enjoying a beautiful position in the North Wales countryside is this wonderful barn conversion, Drovers Barn. Reached via a private track and electric gates, Drovers Barn is a secluded getaway for eleven guests seeking a relaxing, luxury base to enjoy with loved ones. Enter into the stylish kitchen on arrival and be immediately impressed by the wonderful offering of appliances in this culinary haven, with two electric ovens, two fridges, a wine cooler, and many more at your fingertips, you can look forward to evenings spent around the breakfast bar with a glass of wine while food simmers on the hob. Delight in coming together around the dining table in the next room for family meals, with a TV in the corner perfect for catching up on the news with breakfast. A handy cloakroom can be accessed from the kitchen, whilst heading back through the kitchen and up four steps brings you into the heart of the home; the spacious sitting room features a beautiful wood burning stove in the corner, placed perfectly before the large corner sofa where you can wind down as you watch the Smart TV. In the summer months, grab a cold beverage from the drinks cooler in here and bring the outside in by opening up the stunning bi-fold doors that lead onto the patio, where a long outdoor dining table and chairs and fire pit makes the perfect spot for alfresco meals, with outdoor automatic lighting and a luxurious hot tub to relax in beneath the stars. Of the five beautiful bedrooms which are all complete with a TV in each, two are accessed via the staircase by the dining room; discover a lovely twin bedroom and a king size bedroom with an en-suite shower room. From the sitting room, take one step up and find another king size bedroom with an en-suite shower room, whilst continuing along the hall and up a further six steps brings you to the immaculate wet room where you can feel refreshed with a morning rinse before beginning your day. Completing the layout are the two final bedrooms reached via a few more steps, comprising a king size room with an en-suite shower room and a triple bunk room. When you can tear yourself away from this fabulous property, take a trip over to the charming market town of Corwen, set around the flowing River Dee and the meeting point of five river valleys, it's a lovely location enhanced by the many local amenities at hand, including butchers, bakers and greengrocers. Delight in an afternoon treat at one of the cafés or pubs after a morning of walking in the surrounding area, with Corwen resting within the Clwydian Range and the Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it has many scenic areas to explore. Embark on a journey back in time on a vintage steam train from Corwen to Llangollen on the Llangollen Heritage Steam Railway, taking you through picturesque countryside before arriving in the pretty town. While you're in Llangollen, visit Plas Newydd Historic House & Gardens, Llangollen Museum or head out on another trip with The Horse Drawn Boat Centre taking you to Britain's largest aqueduct, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. Avid adventurers should venture over towards the Snowdonia National Park to Lake Bala where exciting watersports await you, as well as plenty of walking and cycling opportunities through breath-taking landscapes. Make memories to last forever in North Wales at Drovers Barn. Note: This property can be booked with refs. 1163165 1097335 1053191 1053186 and 1053182, together sleeping up to 35 guests.
The market town of Corwen lies amidst the Clwydian Range in Wales settled around the River Dee. Offering local amenities including bakeries, butchers, greengrocers and a variety of eateries from cafés to restaurants to traditional pubs, Corwen has all you could want during a self-catered stay. Visitors to this delightful town can enjoy trips to Llangollen via the heritage steam train, walks through the heather-clad countryside up to Caer Drewyn, an Iron Age hill fort, or days at Bala Lake.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 3 x king size with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with TV, 1 x triple bunk room with TV.
Wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with wood burning stove
Underfloor central heating throughout with pressurised hot water system and wood burning stove.
2 x electric ovens, electric hob, microwave, 2 x fridges, freezer, wine cooler, drinks cooler, Nescafe Dolce Gusto coffee machine, washing machine, dishwasher, 6 x TVs, Bluetooth speakers, Smart TV, WiFi, selection of games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Additional £56 charge for hot tub logs.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and stair gate available, cot linen and additional mattress not provided.
Hairdryer in each bedroom.
Off-road private parking for.
Enclosed garden with lawn, wood fired hot tub, fire pit, patio and seating with outdoor lighting.
Charcoal BBQ.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (pets not allowed on furniture).
Dog wash outside.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 6 miles, pub 2.5 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: This property has a private water supply.
Note: The temperature in each room in the house can be controlled individually via a thermostat.
Hot tub may not be at operating temp for arrival but all effort will be made to do so.
Reviews (45)
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Gill
Everybody loved the Barn and its beautiful surroundings . All bedrooms were perfect and the bathrooms beautiful with great showers . A truly well kept holiday cottage with under floor heating and the added bonus of a hot tub . We hope return .
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Anne-marie
Most bedrooms were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. However I would not describe this property as luxury. The towels were frayed and were âgreyâ, no longer white.The soap-dispensers are more suited to a hostel type environment. The garden was covered in weeds and not maintained at all! The freezer needs defrosting (we chipped away the ice as best we could) and the dishwasher needs rinse aid. We were 4 single adults so the three ensuite rooms worked well, but the twin room is a considerable distant from a bathroom which meant we had to use the childâs room with a bed not designed for an adult. Overall the property is soulless - no throws, no design, no nice touches and a huge sofa facing a blank wall with a TV. Why not have seating looking out of the windows with a table by the walls.and convert the dining room to an en-suite bedroom? We moved the small chairs to face the window but found one to be broken so had to use a dining room chair. Also I have never stayed at a âluxuryâ property that does not provide a welcome pack. The property is remote and because of the walks around it I would have thought is more suited to adult stays. We were seeking a bit of luxury with fabulous views and walks; we did get two out of three.
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Jack
Property itself was immaculate when we arrived and arrival instructions were clearly communicated in advance. The owners are extremely helpful and always responded to queries raised in a timely manner. The grounds of the barn are perfect for families and/or groups. We can't wait to go back already.