About this property
When all you need is to escape, relax and climb off the treadmill, Troedrhiwfawr (meaning Foot Of The Hill) is waiting for you. A charming and secluded cottage in the heart of rural Wales. This pretty retreat enjoys stunning mountain views and is just around the corner from the Elan Valley. Perfect for both a romantic escape or a family holiday.
Enter into the cosy sitting room complete with a warming wood burning stove set within a feature exposed stone wall. A useful boot room/study provides storage and desk space, and leads into the bright and well-equipped kitchen, a spacious room with plenty of room for the dining table. A stable door looks out onto the pretty terrace, where you can fire up the barbecue and enjoy al-fresco dining surrounded by beautiful views of the forestry. To the front of the property is another garden, perfect for enjoying the sunshine. Stairs from the sitting room lead to the first floor where both bedrooms are well-appointed, each having their own en-suite shower room. Bedroom one enjoys dual aspect windows; and pretty bedroom two boasts characterful exposed beams with twin single beds, perfect for children or adults alike.
The cottage is close to both cycle and hiking routes and is adjacent to an area owned by The Woodland Trust. Pack an picnic and head to the nearby Cwm Rheidol Reservoir, a stunning space to enjoy the twinkling waters and surrounding countryside.
The River Rheidol (Afon Rheidol in Welsh) is 19 miles in length with a catchment area covering 73 square miles. It rises in the headwaters of the Nant y Moch reservoir on the western edge of Plynlimon and then flows south through the village of Ponterwyd on the main Aberystwyth to Rhayader road. Continuing south-westwards through ancient Welsh Oak woodlands, the Afon Rheidol joins with the Afon Mynach. The river descends one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Wales at Pontarfynach (Devil's Bridge). Below these waterfalls, the river passes the abandoned workings of the Cwm Rheidol lead mine. The remainder of the meandering course of the river is through an ever-widening valley before reaching the sea at Aberystwyth.
With all this at your disposal, not to mention the rare and, welcomed by some, absence of WiFi, you can be sure of peace, tranquillity and rejuvenation.
This holiday at a glance
Additional Information:
Children and babies welcome. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
The bedding is non-feather.
Please be aware, there is a steep bank to rear of the property.
Bicycle lean to and log store is to the rear of the property.
As the property is in a remote and scenic area, there is no WiFi at the property, however guests using EE Network should be able to receive a WiFi/Mobile signal.
Reviews (16)
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Confirmed Guest
We enjoyed a very relaxing week in this tranquil location. The cottage is spacious and comfortable with the rooms all well presented. The cottage is situated on the side of a tree lined valley, very peaceful, the only sounds being the river tumbling of the rocks, the occasional call of a buzzard and the chuff-chuff of small steam train running along the opposite side of the valley. There are hill and flatter walks through the woods or down to the river. The cottage is an excellent place just to chill or as a base to explore the wider area. You are never quite sure reading the descriptions of cottages if they really are as remote, quiet and peaceful as the description but sometimes, as is this case, they exceed your expectations.
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Confirmed Guest
Fantastic cottage. Has everything you need and a lovely welcoming basket. Ideal location.
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful house, very well appointed. It was just what my daughter and I needed. We had lovely weather too so was able to use the outside area too. Bedding and towels were of good quality too which was appreciated. The drive up the lane after a day out was a good way to unwind. Lots of good walks from the house too.