Bodywen | Llangynog | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.8★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

83 Customer Review(s)

Ed
October 2024

“I booked the property thinking it was detached, It looked like it was online and even said so on other booking sites I have unique requirements require such a property and so was extremely disappointed to find out it was not as described.”

It ruined my holiday as a result for lack of/misleading information

It ruined my holiday as a result for lack of/misleading information

- Ed, October 2024

I am sorry to hear about your experience. I was not informed that you had unique requirements when you made the booking , which meant that you can only occupy a detached property. I would like to point out though that there is no misleading information on the Sykes website, there is no claim that the property is detached. Bodywen and house next to it are built of stone and the wall between the 2 properties is about 3 feet thick, which minimises sound transmission. Property Owner
Anne M October 2024

“Lovely comfortable cottage and it is in a beautiful area.”

Plenty of room for a family and pets. Everything you need is there but remember there is no shops in the village. Loved my stay.

- Anne M, October 2024
Sally September 2024

“Bodywen Cottage is the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed in.”

Immaculately clean with everything you need to enjoy your stay. The garden is beautifully kept, and the bird feeders just outside the kitchen window which were freshly stocked when we arrived were a lovely touch. I would highly recommend this property to anyone wanting a comfortable, luxury stay in Wales.

- Sally, September 2024
Alan September 2024

“Fantastic cottage with quality appliances and equipment.”

This is not usually the case in many holiday rentals it was also very warm and cosy and set in a stunning valley No kindling or wood supplied which was the only negative.

- Alan, September 2024

Thank you for your lovely review. I am sorry about the lack of firewood and kindling. It has been quite warm this month and I generally supply firewood and kindling from October until April. I do let guests know that they can purchase these items from the local post office in Pen-y-Bont-Fawr if required. Property Owner
Dean August 2024

“Loved our time there.”

Lovely cottage and everything you could need . Fantastic country side.

- Dean, August 2024
Victoria July 2024

“We visited Bodywen as a family of 7; ages ranging from 12 weeks to 46 years & we honestly loved it.”

The cottage is literally home from home, the owner has thought of absolutely everything you would need to have a stress free holiday. The cottage is simply stunning as are its surroundings. It was immaculate & so comfortable We will definitely be visiting again!

- Victoria, July 2024
Joy July 2024

“The property was perfect apart from the dogs next door every morning you could hear them barking which would then set our two dogs off so no laying in for us, we did enjoy our stay and the scenery around wales is beautiful we did find that alot of tourist attractions are not dog friendly so that was disappointing for us so limited to what we could do , this is the first time we have struggled with that been everywhere else in the UK and I would say near 98% we were allowed to take dogs into tourist attractions so as much as we loved the scenery we wouldn't come back to Wales.”

- Joy, July 2024

I have been letting Bodywen for 7 years and I have never received any feedback or complaint in that time about the neighbour's dogs, who are well behaved. I am sorry that this was your experience. Property Owner
Sally May 2024

“Bodywen is a beautiful cottage in a really lovely area.”

As a multi generational group, it was a great advantage for us to have en-suite rooms. It was a really comfortable cottage with a well equipped kitchen. The area, is a hidden gem to explore and we will be back to do more!

- Sally, May 2024
Surinder April 2024

“The Bodywen cottage is beautifully set in a quiet scenery side road, it's easy to find on the map.”

We've had a great time, enjoying the surroundings, going for walks, the village is surrounded with mountains with a great view.

- Surinder, April 2024
Jonathan March 2024

“We had a great time, the location was really good.”

Cosy but spacious cottage. Dogs had a great time.

- Jonathan, March 2024
Shane March 2024

“Lovely cottage with all the facilities that you could wish for settled in a little village.”

Only down side was mobile phone reception but the Wi-Fi was good and we could use apps to make calls. There was 5 adults staying, all bedrooms were good sized with on suites, huge kitchen great for family meals, adequate living room space with nice log fire, cute little snug.

- Shane, March 2024
Michael March 2024

“This was the 3rd time we had stayed at Bodywen.”

The cottage is set within easy walking trails direct from the property, as well as being short drives away from other fantastic walks. The cottage itself has everything you would need for a comfortable self catering holiday. It has all the creature comforts and is set with fantastic views. Whats not to like. We would highly recommend this cottage to anyone who wants peace and quiet with all the facilities you require for a lovely holiday, with fantastic views.

- Michael, March 2024
Denise December 2023

“We were absolutely blown away by the cottage, even better than the photos, it had everything we needed, so spacious and beautifully presented, the views and countryside around was breathtaking, local pub was literally 45 seconds walk away which very friendly staff and locals, it is very much a locals pub beer was good and food was surprisingly ok (after reading previous reviews) homemade vegetable lasagne very tasty, the welcome prosecco and biscuits were a lovely gesture from Bodywen, would not hesitate to recommend or stay here again!”

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- Denise, December 2023
Shan December 2023

“We had a really great time staying at the Cottage over Christmas with the family.”

Beautiful comfortable cottage with great surroundings.

- Shan, December 2023
Sharon December 2023

“Bodywen cottage is a lovely place to stay, especially when we were there in December, as we used the log burner, which made the cottage very warm and cosy.”

Good size rooms. Stairs a little steep, but not an issue for us. The mattress in the double bedroom was too soft for us, but that is personal preference. Great that each bedroom has en-suite facilities . Excellent kitchen , plenty of utensils etc, plus there’s a useful drying room. Helpful instructions sent to us by the owner prior to our stay., plus there is a folder with all the information you need in the cottage. No mobile phone signal in the cottage, but there is Wi-Fi. Great location, plenty of walks near by and plenty of lovely places to drive to. We were able to park 2 medium sized cars on the driveway, and lock the gates behind them. No shops in the village, but we had a day out at Llangollen, which is well worth a visit, and we stocked up on groceries there. Would definitely recommend to others for a peaceful break away.

- Sharon, December 2023
Fiona December 2023

“Bodywen cottage is beautiful, lots of space, everything you could need a real home from home.”

The surrounding area is picturesque. Would definitely recommend.

- Fiona, December 2023
Sarah October 2023

“A fantastic house with everything you could ever need.”

Warm and cosy with beautiful views all around.

- Sarah, October 2023
Sally October 2023

“The cottage had everything that we needed.”

It was clean and tidy and had all the essential that were required for a lovely holiday. It was in a great location for the walks we had planned.

- Sally, October 2023
Michael September 2023

“Excellent stay as usual.”

This was the second time we have stayed and have rebooked for March next year as well. Excellent location for us and the accomodation is as described. Would highly recommend.

- Michael, September 2023
Michelle August 2023

“This was a very welcoming cottage with a simple welcome pack, detailed instruction and about he area folder, and an enclosed garden suitable for keeping children and dogs safe.”

Small issues included half toilet rolls in bathrooms (although some lose ones were provided), little or no soap in the bathrooms and light bulbs either missing or not suitable for use (twin bedroom very dull in the room and also in the bathroom). The drive is suitable for two smaller cars and secure, be aware that it is immediately off the road. The owner sent helpful instructions and guidance prior to our stay and the bats over the garden at night were a fabulous bonus. We would definitely stay again as the location was central for exploring and only around an hour to most popular destinations.

- Michelle, August 2023
David Mark August 2023

“The house was clean and comfortable.”

The garden was well maintained and nice to be in. However we did feel that it should be mentioned that the house would not suit some people who had any difficulties with steps and stairs. The drive was not very easy to accommodate two cars. The house is advertised as detached when it clearly isn’t. There were 4 lots of dog mess in the garden which we had to clear up and there are conflicting instructions for when to put out the green bin. We have booked with Sykes Holidays for many years and although we had a pleasant holiday at Bodywen I feel these issues need pointing out.

- David Mark, August 2023
Sarah July 2023

“Had a fabulous stay in July.”

House is wonderful and very spacious. The village is very quiet and lovely for walks. The local pubs are well worth a visit and serve good food. Would totally recommend for a quiet stay away from everything.

- Sarah, July 2023
Terry July 2023

“Excellent facilities and equipment.”

Folder of what you need with help of use of equipment, very helpful. All equipment was clean and easy to use, including the wood burners. Beds and bedding very clean and most comfortable, with the luxury of toilets and showers in each bedroom. Couldn't fault anything, just a lovely place to relax and get away from all your everyday troubles. No phone signal which to me was a good thing, but you do get a good wifi signal. We had a great time walking the surrounding area.

- Terry, July 2023
Patrick July 2023

“We had a wonderful week at Bodywen.”

Yes it’s a little off the beaten track but its mainly A roads with occasional B. Lots of the main places you’d want to visit a max on one hour away. We really enjoyed Bala lake (stunning scenery with lots of watersports) Lake Vyrnwy Dam, Barmouth beach, Shropshire sculpture park, Pontcysyllte Aqueduct and the village of Llangollen. Local pub is a little rough round the edges but okay for a beer

- Patrick, July 2023
Julie June 2023

“Very well equipped and comfortable perhaps garden area could benefit with a little mainteance/ tlc”

- Julie, June 2023
Anj May 2023

“Bodywen is a super cottage.”

It had everything you need for your self catering holiday. It’s got 3 large bedrooms, all on-suite which was a lovely surprise. The huge kitchen was well equipped and there are 2 great living rooms. The garden was perfect for us and the dogs. With walks and a pub on your doorstep, it is in a perfect location. We all felt completely at home and will definitely come again.

- Anj, May 2023
Peter April 2023

“Everything in the description about the cottage was correct, it was a lovely place, plenty of room and well looked after and very comfortable.”

Only down side for us, it was a little out of the way for things we normally like to do and needed to drive, however this was in the description when booking. The pub at the end of the road, leaves something to be desired, old, tied and dirty so you would need to drive to a more comfortable drink. However, this takes nothing away from the beautiful cottage

- Peter, April 2023

Thankyou for your lovely review of the cottage. The pub in Llangynog used to be very pleasant and served good food and it is a shame that it seems to have gone downhill. There are other nice, clean and friendly pubs that serve good food within 5 miles of the cottage - The Railway Inn at Pen-y-Bont-Fawr , The Hand Inn and the Wynnstay Arms in Llanrhaeadr with The Green Inn at Llangedwyn and The Goat Inn in Llanfyllin approximately 9 miles away. Property Owner
Sandra March 2023

“Home from home, lovely quiet and relaxing.”

Would love to go back.

- Sandra, March 2023
Sheila February 2023

“A beautiful holiday cottage.”

Well equipped, spotlessly clean, amazingly comfortable. Enjoyed every minute of our stay there.

- Sheila, February 2023
David January 2023

“A first class cottage in a ideal area for exploring mid Wales.”

Clean , Comfortable and spacious for 6 adults to relax. Would recommend highly.

- David, January 2023
Laura December 2022

“Really enjoyed our stay, cottage was perfect for what we wanted with plenty of room while being very cosy at the same time.”

Kitchen had everything we needed and the heating and showers worked well which is always nice. Garden was just the right size so we could let our dog out and nicely enclosed so he couldn’t escape. Couldn’t find the bin to put our glass recycling in and the bottom of the garage door came away when we went to replace some logs we had used, it looked like the wood of the door was rotten. Had some lovely walks from the village and all the locals were very friendly. Would definitely use again.

- Laura, December 2022
Leah October 2022

“We had a relaxing time in this beautiful cottage.”

It had all we needed and more for a very comfortable stay. Great views from the cottage and around the local area with nice walks. We loved watching the garden birds and looking up at the red kites and buzzards. Great place to relax and unwind.

- Leah, October 2022
Lynn September 2022

“Excellent all round”

- Lynn, September 2022
Steph August 2022

“Our family has just enjoyed a wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage.”

It is larger than expected, very comfortable with everything we needed and the fully enclosed and private garden was perfect for our two dogs. Whilst it is a short drive to the nearest shop, there is a lovely playground for children in the village and a pub which serves food. There are plenty of places to visit within an hours drive, including zipworld sites and the coast, with some amazing views to enjoy on the way! We will definitely come back to this beautiful part of the country and would not hesitate to recommend Bodywen as a base.

- Steph, August 2022
Catherine August 2022

“Fabulous holiday and a wonderful cottage, roomy comfortable clean.”

Lovely garden. Absolutely no complaints, the corsage was simply superb

- Catherine, August 2022
Elizabeth June 2022

“We had a delightful stay at Bodywen.”

A very comfortable, well equipped house with a pretty garden and in a beautiful setting. Lots of good walks and cycling. An unpretentious pub. If you want towns and good mobile reception, maybe not the best place, but ideal for retreat and relaxation.

- Elizabeth, June 2022
Margaret April 2022

“Thanks for a great week in your cottage it was great .”

What a dear place you have , we all loved it. Would recommend it to all .

- Margaret, April 2022
Sian April 2022

“This was a fabulous, spacious house in a beautiful location.”

The kitchen was really well equipped, so cooking an Easter Sunday lunch was no problem. We loved the little garden, too.

- Sian, April 2022
Ian October 2021

“Really impressed with this cottage, had everything we could possibly need and such a beautiful area to stay in.”

Everyone was so friendly and we're happy for us to join in on the Halloween celebrations, we had fun decorating your front gate. Was such a bonus to have a bathroom each, the cottage had a cosy feel to it and we didn't want to leave! My only feedback would be to put on the description that you have feather bedding, we had two members of our party who have a slight allergy to feathers, and even with antihistamine it can bring on cold type symptoms, we bought our own pillows just in case, wasn't an issue, just not often we get feather in holiday accommodation so didn't think to ask. Otherwise completely faultless, already looking at dates for next year.

- Ian, October 2021

Thank you for your lovely review, we were so pleased to hear you had such wonderful time at Bodywen, on checking with the owner they have confirmed that all the bedding in the property is Dacron Allerban Anti Allergenic, therefore guests with feather allergies or sensitivities need not worry or bring their owner bedding. Property Owner
Roger October 2021

“Excellent cottage.”

Clean, modern and spacious. Exceeded our expectations - thank you.

- Roger, October 2021
Linda October 2021

“We had a great week and it was lovely to have a pub with good food just across the road.”

- Linda, October 2021
Sandra September 2021

“The cottage was as described and well positioned for walking.”

The host communicated well. Would definately recommend.

- Sandra, September 2021
Christina September 2021

“Lovely roomy, well equipped cottage.”

- Christina, September 2021
Deborah August 2021

“Charming cottage with lots of space, in a peaceful location, we were delighted to listen to the owls and watch the bats swoop in the garden.”

The beds were extremely comfortable and we loved the large spacious kitchen. To be fair there wasn’t much we didn’t like about this cottage so much so we will definitely return.

- Deborah, August 2021
Rachel August 2021

“Clean, spacious, well equipped cottage with wonderful views from the garden.”

Huge kitchen diner, great for get togethers. Comfy beds and lots of storage space in the bedrooms. Highly recommend and would return.

- Rachel, August 2021
Jane July 2021

“The cottage was clean, comfortable and surprisingly spacious.”

Loved the large kitchen and master bathroom. The garden was a sun trap too with views of hills all around. My family took advantage of many walks around the local area. We also visited Portmeirion, Barmouth, Llangollen and Anglesey. The views whilst driving in the area are fantastic. It is an hour at least to get to any of these places although Lakes Bala and Vyrnwy are closer. We ate substantial meals at the pub over the road on two evenings but otherwise catered for ourselves. Only negatives are lack of mobile reception in the area although WiFi worked. Also needed to buy oven gloves as none supplied plus we couldn’t find a BBQ although it was listed. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage!

- Jane, July 2021

Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and got to explore the beautiful areas nearby. I am sorry you did not find an oven glove as there should be one there; we will check to make sure it has not been moved or taken. There is also no BBQ listed at this property as one is not provided. We very much appreciate your comments. Property Owner
Anthony July 2021

“Clean, well kept cottage and garden with all facilities you could wish for in quiet easy access location with good walks and pub from the doorstep.”

Owner was helpful and we would thoroughly recommend.

- Anthony, July 2021
Lorna June 2021

“Such a lovely quaint cottage with all amenities plus so much space.”

Loved the garden and didn't want to go home.

- Lorna, June 2021
Christine June 2021

“We had a lovely time at Bodywen cottage which we found to be very clean and comfortable.”

We are used to a king size bed at home and found the double beds although comfortable on the small side, an error on our part for not checking. Having three ensuite bathrooms was a real bonus when getting ready. The location of the cottage is lovely, however it is at least an hour to most major locations along some narrow roads, the scenary is beautiful and the garden at the cottage very nice to sit out on at the end of a busy day. There are no local shops and although reviews on the pub in the village were good our experience was not and would not recommend. We have stayed at many cottages and was surprised there was no welcome pack of goodies as there has been at others, overall we had a great time and would recommend Bodywen cottage

- Christine, June 2021
Helen May 2021

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bodywen.”

The cottage was absolutely gorgeous, spotlessly clean and had everything you needed. We enjoyed several meals at the New Inn (2 min walk away from the house) as the food was very good. The surrounding vistas were incredible. The neighbours were lovely and friendly. What more could you want? We will definitely be back and will recommend it to friends and family too.

- Helen, May 2021
Janet May 2021

“Really lovely cottage is great little village.”

Very well equipped kitchen. Comfortable lounge and smaller second lounge which unfortunately we didn’t really use. Exceptional main bedroom. We loved everything about it and would definitely go back if we stayed in the area again. Good pub just across the road and great walks from the cottage. Possible to walk to Pistyll Falls, well worth a visit.

- Janet, May 2021
Elaine October 2020

“We absolutely loved our stay at this great cottage.”

It ticked every box from location to space. Warm, cosy with great views. A friendly pub that serves good food 2 mins walk away. Great walks from the door and within 20 min drive to Lakes Vyrnwy or Bala. Easy distance to other beautiful parts of North Wales. Will definitely be returning

- Elaine, October 2020
Alex August 2020

“Beautiful cottage, situated in a lovely area.”

Everything done to a very high standard, gorgeous views of the surrounding hills from all the rooms. The en suites were also incredibly useful for the family - always nice to have when you're staying as a group of six. The area itself has a local pub, plus easy access to lots of stunning places, such as Lake Bala and Lake Vrynwy. We had a really enjoyable time.

- Alex, August 2020
Ben February 2020

“As soon as we pulled up in the car this cottage felt special.”

The rooms are clean and modern with a traditional feel - you can feel the history as you walk through the house. The bedrooms are spacious, clean and the beds are extremely comfortable. The kitchen is well equipped and we enjoyed having a family meal around the table. The views from the cottage are breathtaking and a mountain walk is literally on the door step. It really is in the middle of nowhere so it was lovely having the New Inn pub only a little walk down the road with reasonably priced drinks and food. We visit Wales every February with our two boys and I can honestly say this is the first cottage we've been sad to leave - we'll definitely be booking for next year!

- Ben, February 2020
Amy December 2019

“Wonderful cottage in a stunning area, was everything we hoped for and more!”

Wished we could have stayed longer!

- Amy, December 2019
Neil October 2019

“Fantastic location, beautiful cottage well recomended”

- Neil, October 2019
June September 2019

“It was a beautiful cottage, full of character, peaceful and tranquil place to stay.”

stunning views on the way to bala. Very ideal location for travelling around wales.

- June, September 2019
Alan August 2019

“We had a lovely week stay at the cottage.”

You had plenty of room to accommodate four adults and two teenagers. Wifi very good and the best bit no phone signal. Bedrooms larger than expected and all had en-suites. The only negative I would say there was no iron or ironing board. But would highly recommend it and we will definitely use again

- Alan, August 2019
Wendy May 2019

“The property was perfect for our needs , in a beautiful location It will be ...”

The property was perfect for our needs , in a beautiful location It will be highly recommended by myself & the rest of the family

- Wendy, May 2019
Marilyn March 2019

“Our family of four had a fantastic time.”

The cottage is absolutely spotless. And very large. The locals are a mind of information where to go and what to see. And this time of year is lambing time. Really lovely. This is our second visit to the cottage, we will definitely be coming next year

- Marilyn, March 2019
Steve November 2018

“Great cottage and location would go back again”

- Steve, November 2018
Alison November 2018

“Great base for getting away from it all.”

After a long day walking and exploring the area nice to come back and relax in front of a roaring warm fire. Lovely cottage, very roomy and well equipped, we were not disappointed.

- Alison, November 2018
Josie October 2018

“This was about our fifth holiday booked through Sykes Cottages and we know that our holiday accommodation will always come up to our expectations.”

- Josie, October 2018
Brian September 2018

“What an excellent cottage.”

Everything was superb. The location in the mountains, the facilities and the 2 pubs nearby helped to make this a brilliant stay. The owners of the cottage have thought of everything to make staying here perfect.

- Brian, September 2018
Rona August 2018

“This is a lovely cottage in a peaceful, rural area of Wales.”

We had a great week relaxing in the cottage and the surrounding area. It's our second visit and I'm sure we will be visiting again.

- Rona, August 2018
Isabelle August 2018

“The cottage is perfect.”

We were two couples and one child and it could not have been better. Lovely garden, beautiful views and the rooms are lovely.

- Isabelle, August 2018
Paul July 2018

“There was a mobile phone app offered by Sykes with which (I thought) the status of our booking could be seen.”

After booking I looked a few times but I never saw a confirmation of the booking in the app.

- Paul, July 2018
Matthew June 2018

“We had a fantastic stay.”

The cottage was beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable. We would highly recommend using Sykes Cottages as the while experience, including booking, was fantastic.

- Matthew, June 2018
Rachel June 2018

“Bodywen is a lovely house with masses of space on the ground floor and an enclosed garden.”

The kitchen made for a wonderful family space at mealtimes and was very well equipped and with plenty of cupboard space. The utility area was an unexpected bonus. The main lounge was cosy in the evenings when we were all relaxing together. The second lounge wasn't needed but had we had a rainy week I'm sure we would have got plenty of use out of it. The upstairs accommodation is equally lovely though my mum who was sharing the twin with my daughter struggled for space and kept banging her head in the ensuite whenever she used the loo. I banged my head quite a few times too in the big bathroom. (None of us are tall I might add.) The beds were extremely comfortable and everything was very clean and tastefully decorated. We had glorious weather for the week we were there and so we were out every day in the sunshine. Time spent in the cottage was fairly minimal and mainly centred around food prep, mealtimes and evenings playing board games with the kids or watching a DVD. We all loved the house and particularly the entrance hall with its unusual features. When we reluctantly returned home, it turned out my daughter had left behind something rather precious to her. The owner of the cottage couldn't have been kinder and more helpful in getting it returned to us. Thank you again Andrea.

- Rachel, June 2018
Adrian April 2018

“It was just wonderful, the most relaxing, comfortable cottage ive ever stayed at, lots of space and interesting features, couldnt want for anything and so conveniently situated for access to anywhere.”

In fact have booked again, it really is that good.

- Adrian, April 2018
Dawn April 2018

“The sofa needed a good hoover down the sides, lots of biscuit & crisp crumbs - that is the only niggle”

- Dawn, April 2018
Pam March 2018

“Fabulous cottage, very cosy with plenty of space.”

Great kitchen area for socialising whilst making meals. Everything you could require for a short or long stay. Great location for visiting lots of attractions and close to local towns/villages with character. Pub literally on doorstep and great meals, friendly staff.

- Pam, March 2018
Sarah February 2018

“The cottage was everything as described there were magnificent views from all the windows, it was also clean and comfortable, the log burner in the lounge was gorgeous also the kitchen was well equipped.”

The pub across the road did fantastic meals and the walks from the cottage were outstanding. The cottage is everything as described and would definitely recommend it and we will be going back again

- Sarah, February 2018
Susie February 2018

“Returned to this beautiful, comfortable cottage for a family break.”

Explored the fantastic surrounding countryside, trail centres and down hill on bikes enjoyed by all . Rounded off by tasty,friendly meal in local pub. Thank you once again for a perfect time.

- Susie, February 2018
Andrew December 2017

“The cottage is in an extremely idyllic location and the accomodation was of a high standard.”

It felt like a home from home and the children loved it. Would certainly consider staying there again

- Andrew, December 2017
Timothy December 2017

“Lovely cosy cottage in a beautiful location amongst the Welsh hills, made especially spectacular by the significant snowfall.”

The cottage is extremely well furnished and equipped with a lovely big kitchen which made for sociable meals. The lounge has plenty of seating plus there's a smaller sitting room. All 3 bedrooms are ensuite which was a real bonus with 6 adults. Friendly pub just a few hundred yards and helpful neighbours who looked in on us to make sure we were ok when the 8" of snow came. We will definitely return.

- Timothy, December 2017
Susie October 2017

“Fantastic clean, comfortable cottage in beautiful location.”

Family enjoyed walking and cycling from the doorstep. Owner very helpful. Set in Picturesque peaceful village.

- Susie, October 2017
I September 2017

“Next time we'll invite the family!”

- I, September 2017
Cheryl August 2017

“The cottage was amazing, good quality furnishings and plenty of space for our family.”

Thank you.

- Cheryl, August 2017
Maureen July 2017

“Beautiful location, wonderful cottage, fabulous holiday.”

- Maureen, July 2017
Rona July 2017

“Great holiday in a lovely cottage, in a peaceful location.”

Very comfortable and well equipped.

- Rona, July 2017
Karen July 2017

“Lovely homely cottage with lots of space and wonderfully scented garden set in a beautiful area”

- Karen, July 2017
Brian May 2017

“Cottage was beautifully appointed and pristine.”

Very quiet and peaceful location close to the pub and great walks. Won't hesitate to stay again.

- Brian, May 2017

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite freestanding bath, hand-held shower, separate shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Utility
Two sitting rooms with woodburning stoves.
Oil central heating with two woodburning stoves
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for stoves inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 2 cars with additional roadside parking for 1 extra car in the lane outside cottage
Bike storage in garage
Enclosed lawned garden with patio and furniture
2 Well-behaved dogs are welcome
Pets not allowed in the bedrooms
No smoking
Shop 2 miles, pub 3 mins walk
Note: There is no mobile signal due to location.This property sleeps a maximum of 6 people and 1 infant. Please note: The stairs are fairly steep in the property, there are also 2 shallow steps from the garage down to the garden, please take care

The property

An immaculately-presented quality cottage which is located in the heart of the pretty village of Llangynog in the Tanat Valley.

The village sits at the foot of the Milltir Cerrig mountain pass, in the heart of the Berwyn Mountains in Powys.

Full of character, this lovely stone-built cottage has a spacious entrance hall which leads into one of two cosy sitting rooms with comfy sofas and a woodburning stove in each.

The large and well-equipped breakfast kitchen is perfect for families and friends to gather together around the country style dining table.

A utility room with a useful drying rack leads out into the pretty side garden which provides a sunny spot to sit back and relax.

The second, larger sitting room also has a warming woodburning stove set within the feature fireplace, perfect for snuggling up on cool evenings.

Up the steep stairs are two lovely double bedrooms and a twin room all with en-suite facilities.

The cottage is in a superb location for walkers, cyclists, birdwatchers and climbers, with an excellent mountain bike facility on the doorstep.

Nearby Rhaeadr Waterfall has the highest single drop waterfall in the UK and is well worth a visit.

Within easy reach is the town of Llangollen with its steam railway and stunning canal, Oswestry and the medieval market town of Shrewsbury.

A trip to Bala or further afield to the city of Chester can easily be enjoyed from this lovely cottage or Barmouth on the west coast of Snowdonia.

Bodywen is a delightful rural cottage in a superb village location just perfect for a relaxing break to be enjoyed by friends and family at any time of the year!

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

LLANGYNOG

Bala 13.2 miles; Shrewsbury 32.4 miles

The pleasant village of Llangynog lies in the breath-taking rolling countryside of North Powys on the banks of the River Tanat amidst the beautiful Berwyn Mountains, and surrounding wooded hills and valleys. The area has a history of lead, silver, and slate mining, dating back to the 17th century but today it is a renowned location for climbing, birdwatching, walking, and cycling, with famous mountain bike trails near Dolgellau, and a mountain bike centre at Llandegla. To dine out there is the New Inn, a traditional pub, which enjoys scenic views of the Snowdonia Mountain range, and a short drive will lead you to a well-stocked Post Office to stock up on the essentials. Visit the historic market town of Bala for an action-packed day, where you can take up climbing, abseiling, mountain biking, as well as canoeing and kayaking on the glacial lake; it is a wonderful beauty spot, with excellent fishing and a variety of water sports, or perhaps visit Lake Vyrnwy, which has an RSPB centre and a sculpture park. Also, within easy reach is Llanrhaeadr Waterfall, the tallest single drop waterfall in England and Wales, or cross over the border into Shropshire to explore the town of Shrewsbury, steeped in history with its Grade I castle. This is a beautiful part of the country and is perfect for touring the rest of North and Mid Wales and Shropshire.

This property sleeps a maximum of six people and 1 infant.
Please note: The stairs are fairly steep in the property, there are also 2 shallow steps from the garage down to the garden, please take care.

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Reviews & Ratings

“I booked the property thinking it was detached, It looked like it was online and even said so on other booking sites I have unique requirements require such a property and so was extremely disappointed to find out it was not as described.”

“Lovely comfortable cottage and it is in a beautiful area.”

“Bodywen Cottage is the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed in.”

“Fantastic cottage with quality appliances and equipment.”

“Loved our time there.”

“We visited Bodywen as a family of 7; ages ranging from 12 weeks to 46 years & we honestly loved it.”

“Bodywen is a beautiful cottage in a really lovely area.”

“The Bodywen cottage is beautifully set in a quiet scenery side road, it's easy to find on the map.”

“We had a great time, the location was really good.”

“Lovely cottage with all the facilities that you could wish for settled in a little village.”

“This was the 3rd time we had stayed at Bodywen.”

“We had a really great time staying at the Cottage over Christmas with the family.”

“Bodywen cottage is a lovely place to stay, especially when we were there in December, as we used the log burner, which made the cottage very warm and cosy.”

“Bodywen cottage is beautiful, lots of space, everything you could need a real home from home.”

“A fantastic house with everything you could ever need.”

“The cottage had everything that we needed.”

“Excellent stay as usual.”

“This was a very welcoming cottage with a simple welcome pack, detailed instruction and about he area folder, and an enclosed garden suitable for keeping children and dogs safe.”

“The house was clean and comfortable.”

“Had a fabulous stay in July.”

“Excellent facilities and equipment.”

“We had a wonderful week at Bodywen.”

“Very well equipped and comfortable perhaps garden area could benefit with a little mainteance/ tlc”

“Bodywen is a super cottage.”

“Everything in the description about the cottage was correct, it was a lovely place, plenty of room and well looked after and very comfortable.”

“Home from home, lovely quiet and relaxing.”

“A beautiful holiday cottage.”

“A first class cottage in a ideal area for exploring mid Wales.”

“Really enjoyed our stay, cottage was perfect for what we wanted with plenty of room while being very cosy at the same time.”

“We had a relaxing time in this beautiful cottage.”

“Excellent all round”

“Our family has just enjoyed a wonderful stay at this beautiful cottage.”

“Fabulous holiday and a wonderful cottage, roomy comfortable clean.”

“We had a delightful stay at Bodywen.”

“Thanks for a great week in your cottage it was great .”

“This was a fabulous, spacious house in a beautiful location.”

“Really impressed with this cottage, had everything we could possibly need and such a beautiful area to stay in.”

“Excellent cottage.”

“We had a great week and it was lovely to have a pub with good food just across the road.”

“The cottage was as described and well positioned for walking.”

“Lovely roomy, well equipped cottage.”

“Charming cottage with lots of space, in a peaceful location, we were delighted to listen to the owls and watch the bats swoop in the garden.”

“Clean, spacious, well equipped cottage with wonderful views from the garden.”

“The cottage was clean, comfortable and surprisingly spacious.”

“Clean, well kept cottage and garden with all facilities you could wish for in quiet easy access location with good walks and pub from the doorstep.”

“Such a lovely quaint cottage with all amenities plus so much space.”

“We had a lovely time at Bodywen cottage which we found to be very clean and comfortable.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bodywen.”

“Really lovely cottage is great little village.”

“We absolutely loved our stay at this great cottage.”

“Beautiful cottage, situated in a lovely area.”

“As soon as we pulled up in the car this cottage felt special.”

“Wonderful cottage in a stunning area, was everything we hoped for and more!”

“Fantastic location, beautiful cottage well recomended”

“It was a beautiful cottage, full of character, peaceful and tranquil place to stay.”

“We had a lovely week stay at the cottage.”

“The property was perfect for our needs , in a beautiful location It will be ...”

“Our family of four had a fantastic time.”

“Great cottage and location would go back again”

“Great base for getting away from it all.”

“This was about our fifth holiday booked through Sykes Cottages and we know that our holiday accommodation will always come up to our expectations.”

“What an excellent cottage.”

“This is a lovely cottage in a peaceful, rural area of Wales.”

“The cottage is perfect.”

“There was a mobile phone app offered by Sykes with which (I thought) the status of our booking could be seen.”

“We had a fantastic stay.”

“Bodywen is a lovely house with masses of space on the ground floor and an enclosed garden.”

“It was just wonderful, the most relaxing, comfortable cottage ive ever stayed at, lots of space and interesting features, couldnt want for anything and so conveniently situated for access to anywhere.”

“The sofa needed a good hoover down the sides, lots of biscuit & crisp crumbs - that is the only niggle”

“Fabulous cottage, very cosy with plenty of space.”

“The cottage was everything as described there were magnificent views from all the windows, it was also clean and comfortable, the log burner in the lounge was gorgeous also the kitchen was well equipped.”

“Returned to this beautiful, comfortable cottage for a family break.”

“The cottage is in an extremely idyllic location and the accomodation was of a high standard.”

“Lovely cosy cottage in a beautiful location amongst the Welsh hills, made especially spectacular by the significant snowfall.”

“Fantastic clean, comfortable cottage in beautiful location.”

“Next time we'll invite the family!”

“The cottage was amazing, good quality furnishings and plenty of space for our family.”