Guests say
La Cala is a spacious and well-situated cottage in South Wales, ideal for exploring the Brecon Beacons and local attractions. Guests appreciate the property's ample space, well-equipped kitchen, and the warmth and cosiness it offers. The large open-plan area and additional quiet sitting room are particularly enjoyed for socialising.
Reviews indicate that while La Cala is generally clean, there are concerns about dust and debris in certain areas, and some guests noted that the cleaning could be more thorough. The property appears to be well-maintained overall, but attention to detail in cleaning is suggested for improvement.
The cottage is highly praised for its brilliant location, with easy access to walks in the Brecon Beacons and proximity to Cardiff and Swansea. The nearby distillery tours and local pubs add to the appeal, making it an excellent base for exploring South Wales.
Comfort receives mixed reviews; while the property is spacious and cosy, several guests mention that some beds are uncomfortable and the lack of proper showers is inconvenient. Improvements in bedding and the addition of showers could enhance the overall comfort significantly.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-stocked kitchen and plenty of room for guests. However, feedback suggests that updates are needed in areas such as kitchen appliances, lighting, and outdoor decking. Maintenance issues like sticking doors and the need for better shower facilities are noted.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owners towards the guests. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
A spacious detached house in the village of Penderyn, within the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons). The superb quality throughout this cottage makes for a perfect base for family groups to gather in the spacious open plan living area, where the cooks can enjoy the excellent kitchen while others chat around the table or relax in the sitting area. A second sitting room offers a retreat for quiet reading or catching up. With five spacious bedrooms, two superb bathrooms and a delightful garden, you will be more than happy to return after lovely days out exploring this beautiful part of Wales.
The location in the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park (Brecon Beacons) makes it perfect for walkers while others may enjoy a steam railway ride through the Beacons. A visit to the Penderyn Distillery beckons, just down the road, while fishing and cycling at the renowned Glyncorrwg Mountain Bike Centre are close by. The sandy beaches of the South Wales coast are easily accessed, so whatever the time of year, all the family can enjoy this lovely cottage.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double, 1 x double with en-suite slipper bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin, 1 x single with pull-out stacker bed.
Bathroom with corner bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen with breakfast bar, dining area and sitting area (seats 6).
Second sitting room (seats 4) with double sofa bed if required.
Gas central heating (underfloor on ground floor).
Range cooker with 4 electric ovens and 6 gas hobs, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, music system, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Lawned garden and decked patio with garden furniture.
Secure shed for bicycles.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1.5 miles, pub 5 mins walk.
Note: Open stream in garden, children to be supervised.
Note: Property about 50 yards from A-road, so may be some related traffic noise.
Reviews (18)
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Karen
Property owner kept us informed about key codes, bin bags and bin collections and provided clear direction about where to leave bedding and towels etc on our departure.
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Lawrence
Facilities ideal after a days walking. Overall very comfortable.
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Nicola
It has been done up very tastefuly and has plenty of room. The large kitchen, seating and dining area was great for our extended family holiday. On the downside, the majority of the mattresses were very old and very uncomfortable. We also had trouble with the ovens, only one of which we could get to work. Also, the fridge was too small for a large group. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay.