Byrdir Cottage | Rhayader | Nant-glas | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.8★

8 Guests
5 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

97 Customer Review(s)

Stephen
November 2024

“Brilliant property.”

Extremely quiet dwelling. Everything needed was provided and more. Ideal for dog owners. Didn’t use the games room area. As was there just for a peaceful time with mother and my brother and our dog to escape fireworks. Loved it and will definitely return.

Extremely quiet dwelling. Everything needed was provided and more. Ideal for dog owners. Didn’t use the games room area. As was there just for a peaceful time with mother and my brother and our dog to escape fireworks. Loved it and will definitely return.

- Stephen, November 2024
Brian October 2024

“Excellent property.”

Well equipped and very clean. Peaceful and tranquil. Owners very helpful. Lovley surroundings and the games room a great addition. Would definitely visit again.

- Brian, October 2024
Richard September 2024

“Lovely property with amazing views.”

The owners had thought of everything to make our stay perfect. The games room was really fun to use and I (Mrs Barton) played pool for the first time.The homemade cake was a thoughtful touch and very tasty. We hated leaving but had a fantastic time creating lots of memories. Thankyou

- Richard, September 2024
Sarah August 2024

“Byrdir Cottage is fantastic.”

Beautiful and peaceful location. Cottage had everything we needed and the home made cake on arrival was much appreciated and delicious! Games barn was loved by the teenagers. 10/10 hope to make a return visit soon

- Sarah, August 2024
Sue June 2024

“Lovely property, plenty of space for our extended family and the dogs.”

Huge gardens to explore. Close to lovely places to visit. Owners very friendly and helpful. Games room is fabulous. Log fires very cosy. Shop just down the road and bigger supermarket a little further. Had Tesco delivery with no problems. Definitely recommend

- Sue, June 2024
Julie May 2024

“Nicer in reality than on the website.”

The view all around amazing. Fantastic games room and really dog friendly.

- Julie, May 2024
Christopher May 2024

“Stunning cottage, one of the best we've stayed in.”

Everything was spotlessly clean and very practical. Set in beautiful surrounding, very rural yet only about 10 mins to shops, supermarkets etc. The games room is fantastic and your never short of something to do. Visits to see Elan Valley and the red kite viewing are both essential! We'll definitely be back!

- Christopher, May 2024
Antony April 2024

“This is a wonderful property set in a peaceful location full of wildlife.”

We had the pleasure of seeing hundreds of red kites, as well as geese, foxes, horses, rabbits, and other birds. The property and its surrounding area are huge. We had our dog with us, and he enjoyed the fields around the back and sides of the cottage, along with the large, enclosed garden. Inside the property, there is lots of space, and the sofas and lounge are very comfortable with a huge TV. The bedrooms and beds are also really cosy. The kitchen is well-equipped and modern, and there are two fridges and a large freezer. We also loved using the games room in the separate building. We were able to order a Tesco delivery (we met the driver at the end of the drive way) with no issues. Julia is a lovely host who popped up to say hello. We’re likely to return to this property - it’s one of the best we’ve been to.

- Antony, April 2024
Chris April 2024

“Beautiful cottage in a stunning location.”

Gorgeously decorated and extremely comfortable

- Chris, April 2024
Tamzin March 2024

“Had a lovely week at Byrdir.”

Very nicely maintained and clean. The views are wonderful and the we saw so many different birds from red kites to a bull finch landing in the garden. The younger members loved the games room which is warm and comfortable. The owners responded very quickly when the strong winds bought down a small tree in the lane to the house. I got the impression any issues would be dealt with that quickly and efficiently. This is a quiet and remote location with lots of walks for the dog. Recommend a visit, the homemade cake was a yummy cherry on the top.

- Tamzin, March 2024
Donna March 2024

“We absolutely loved our stay, we expected it to just be a base to do some exploring with the bonus of the games room but instead found a home from home.”

The cottage was homely, super comfy and clean. We spent a lot of time there just quality family time away from busy life! Parking was perfect, 3 cars parked without issue and space for more. Garage and all the shops you could need only short drive, with the illusion that you are miles away from anything. It was our first visit to a Elan valley and it is spectacular so much to explore! We can’t wait to come back again, we are already looking to book our next trip

- Donna, March 2024
Liz March 2024

“Excellent stay at Byrdir cottage.”

Very clean, warm and comfortable and a lovely welcome cake. We enjoyed the far reaching views, with many Red Kites overhead and other garden birds visiting regularly. Please note check out time is now 9.30am, not 10.00am as advised by Sykes.

- Liz, March 2024
Debbie February 2024

“Lovely location and very comfy, would definitely recommend.”

We all said how comfy the beds were. Nice little touches like Wellington boots, milk tea coffee sugar. Fruit loaf which was delicious. There was mould in 2 of the bedrooms and disappointed that there was no tips on any of the pool cues

- Debbie, February 2024
Simonne September 2023

“Superb cottage and very well equipped in a beautiful location.”

The property was very comfortable and well maintained. We had a fantastic time there and will hopefully be back soon.

- Simonne, September 2023
Wendy September 2023

“Really nice cottage,fabulous views, close to many interesting places, best ...”

Really nice cottage,fabulous views, close to many interesting places, best eating place was The Bell country inn on the way to Llandrindod Wells, very private and dog loved playing in the field, if you get confused by directions its 4th turning on the left after Greggs

- Wendy, September 2023
Mary August 2023

“Byrdir Cottage is beautiful Extremely clean and tidy, beautiful furnishings Kitchen had everything you could have needed and with the games room there was something for everyone of all ages.”

Will 100% be returning

- Mary, August 2023
Angie August 2023

“Had a brilliant holiday in a lovely cottage with all the comforts of home.”

Our teenage grandchildren loved the games room and dog spent lots of time in the garden Location was great as were the magnificent views on each side of cottage Have already booked for next year

- Angie, August 2023
Carole June 2023

“We had a lovely time at the cottage.”

Although it was isolated there was plenty to keep us amused. Watching displays by the red kites in the nearby fields. The play room in the barn was a great success with its pool table, table tennis table and dart board. Also plenty of dvds and jigsaw puzzles. There was plenty of space for the 7 of us and 2 dogs who had plenty of outdoor space to wander in safety..

- Carole, June 2023
Ryan June 2023

“Place was amazing very peaceful would definitely go again.”

- Ryan, June 2023
Emma May 2023

“We loved our stay here - well equipped and thoughtful touches, easy communication with owners during stay, so peaceful and quiet.”

Incredible Mountain View’s. Lots to do in local area and further afield. We would be very happy to come again!

- Emma, May 2023
Vennessa April 2023

“Truly fabulous cottage in Beautiful surroundings.”

Very peaceful with a lovely atmosphere. The kitchen is well stocked with herbs and condiments plus a very nice welcome pack. There was plenty of room for 7 adults and our 2 dogs. The gardens are immaculate and the games room is perfect for keeping people occupied. There is an excellent petrol station 20 minutes walk away which sells everything you need, including a Greggs cafe ! The village of Rhayader is only a 10 minute drive away and has lots of shops, cafes and pubs. Spriggs Taxi’s are very reliable and drove us around when we didn’t want to take the car. We highly recommend the food in The Castle. Not as posh as the other 2 pubs but friendlier and better priced. Elan valley is only a 10 minute drive away and should not be missed, it is stunningly beautiful. Car is essential if people are not good walkers or have mobility problems as the drive up to the house is long and steep, but is perfect for long walks and wildlife spotting. We highly recommend Byrdir and will definitely come again.

- Vennessa, April 2023
David April 2023

“An oasis of tranquility and beauty.”

The cottage is very well equipped. One of the best we have stayed in. The countryside of Mud Wales cannot be beaten.

- David, April 2023
Michaela April 2023

“The cottage was delightful we went with seven adults two children more than enough room.”

Hot water was amazing never ran out, the house was warm . The peaceful surroundings of lambs and sheep just made the stay idyllic, shame about the weather.

- Michaela, April 2023
Davina February 2023

“Had a lovely stay and the property was so well equipped.”

Would definitely come back again. Thank you.

- Davina, February 2023
Nancy February 2023

“This is the most incredible place I have visited so far and I have visited many.”

The location is outstandingly beautiful. This cottage is surrounded by beautiful hills and mountains which feel like a huge warm embrace. Just standing at the kitchen sink is a great pleasure as you can stare at the most uplifting view. Every window looks out on open countryside with red kites flying around all day. The water is fresh from the mountain spring. The cottage itself has everything you could possibly need and more. It is so thoughtfully equipped. There were even spices in the kitchen! The beds are comfortable and you get an amazing nights sleep in the quiet darkness. Star gazing is a must here. The games room is a great bonus too. You can enjoy a holiday here anytime. I will definitely be returning to this magical place.

- Nancy, February 2023
Michael January 2023

“Only one negative, and that was being told we had to vacate at 9:30am on the morning of our departure.”

Apart from that it was an excellent stay. A lovely place both inside and out and great value for money. Great facilities and spotless throughout.

- Michael, January 2023
Claire December 2022

“This is a beautiful cottage with amazing views all round.”

The photos do not do it justice. The games room was a fantastic addition and lots of fun. The owners were so helpful and nothing was too much trouble. The one downfall were the beds which I think need replacing as they are not very comfortable and higher in the centre than the edge. But other than that we would highly recommend a stay here, we had some issue locating it in the dark though, so would recommend using the what three words app and putting in relating.inefficient.tunes

- Claire, December 2022
Beau December 2022

“We had a lovely weekend away with the family.”

The cottage was cosy and warm as it was a cold weekend. It was in the perfect location and our hosts were lovely and helpful. We highly recommend a stay at Byrdir Cottage.

- Beau, December 2022
Michael November 2022

“The special feature of the separate games room was ideal for our purposes.”

- Michael, November 2022
Keith November 2022

“Very clean, relaxing and peaceful, games room is brilliant with plenty of heating, great countryside this was are third visit will definitely go again.”

- Keith, November 2022
Amrit September 2022

“Byrdir is a cosy and comfy cottage in a beautiful setting!”

Excellently located for long or short walks. When the weather doesn't permit a venture outdoors; the excellent games room with the open fire ticks all the boxes. The living room is a great size and heats up quickly when the log fire is roaring. The entire property was clean and tidy. The kitchen and utility room are well equipped with all the necessities and more. Upon arrival it was heartening to find plenty of towels available and blankets, the latter used when sitting outside looking at the countless stars. The beds were comfortable, and we enjoyed a good night's sleep every night as it is so quiet only awoken by the chorus of songbirds in the morning. We highly recommend this property for families large or small and we will definitely be returning soon for another stay.

- Amrit, September 2022
Joan September 2022

“The most amazing cottage out of the many over the years we have stayed in,from ...”

The most amazing cottage out of the many over the years we have stayed in,from southern Ireland to Scotland this is the bees knees , thank you for letting us enjoy your cottage

- Joan, September 2022
Suzanne September 2022

“Very relaxing and peaceful we had a wonderful holiday and would like to stay again sometime in the future”

- Suzanne, September 2022
Elizabeth August 2022

“What a beautiful home this is.”

Cosy and comfortable with room for everyone. We were a party of 7 adults, 1 toddler and 1 dog. The cottage is set in beautiful surroundings and has everything you could wish for. It really is a home from home. The hosts are lovely and always at hand if needed. We arrived to a beautiful homemade cake. The games room is totally amazing and a great place to spend evenings with the family. When in the cottage you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere, it is peaceful and has a beautiful sense of calmness about it. There are so many places of interest both near and far but you do need a car. We loved our time here and it was a great excuse to relax and enjoy being a family. A real escape from our normal busy lives.

- Elizabeth, August 2022
Rowena July 2022

“Excellent hosts.”

Everything exactly or better than as described in details. In the heat slightly thinner quilts would’ve been appreciated.

- Rowena, July 2022
Cathy July 2022

“Byrdir cottage is in a fantastic rural location.”

It is clean, well equipped and comfortable and the owners are helpful and welcoming. Definitely to be recommended for a get away.

- Cathy, July 2022
Julie May 2022

“Beautiful cottage set in stunning scenery, well placed to visit the local attractions.”

It was large enough to accommodate us, 7 large adults, 1 toddler, 1 baby and 2 Belgian shepherd dogs plus all our stuff, yet still felt cosy. Very well equipped and spotlessly clean, the games room was a nice plus. Lovely walks from the doorstep, which the dogs appreciated. Regarding the pond, which was a bonus for us as the toddler and dogs enjoyed playing in it, you do actually have to search it out so not an immediate cause for concern. Friendly hosts who maintain a well kept property, we will be back.

- Julie, May 2022
Steven May 2022

“Lovely property and very spacious for 6 of us”

- Steven, May 2022
Paul March 2022

“Really cozy and clean cottage set in a beautiful part of the country.”

The cottage had every amenity you could wish for and the view straight out the front door was awesome. The Gaskells where a super host and nothing was to much trouble for them. We will definitely be booking again in the future.

- Paul, March 2022
Rachael February 2022

“The cottage was in a very beautiful setting, so peaceful and an escape from everyday life.”

The kids really enjoyed the games room and the cottage had everything we needed. Walks straight from the door step meant we didn't use the car during our stay. The host was very helpful and on hand when needed. Will definitely be returning.

- Rachael, February 2022
Julie February 2022

“We had a fabulous time- especially appreciated the games room.”

House was warm, kitchen, whilst small, had everything we needed. Beautiful area- was amazing seeing red kites flying overhead.

- Julie, February 2022
Paula December 2021

“Perfect property.”

Just what we wanted as a get away from it all. Such a comfortable and relaxing place to stay, with great walks from the doorstep, and facilities close by. Ideal for myself, dog and grown up sons with added games room.Couldn't ask for more from a property. Will definitely return even if it's just myself and the dog, lots more walks to do.

- Paula, December 2021
Michael November 2021

“Games room a bonus.”

- Michael, November 2021
John September 2021

“Everything was perfect in such a lovely location.”

- John, September 2021
Gary August 2021

“Beautiful cottage in an idyllic setting which served all out needs, the games room being a particular favourite for our teenage boys.”

The cottage provided a secluded peaceful environment to enable you to enjoy the beautiful hilly surrounds yet was only a few minutes drive away from the local towns to help you return to civilisation. We simply adored this cottage, loving the wooden décor to keep the authentic feel yet still having all the mod cons to to fulfil your needs. The welcome food pack was a lovely touch with us particularly enjoying the Lemon cake. Communication was great throughout the process making this a thoroughly enjoyable holiday. Will definitely recommend for large families or small groups with the cottage being a suitable size for both.

- Gary, August 2021
Neville August 2021

“Byrdir is a really lovely cottage in a beautiful and peaceful setting.”

The cottage was very clean and there were many thoughtful touches, not least the milk, homemade cake and eggs laid that morning which awaited us on our arrival. The views were stunning and (weather permitting) we enjoyed sitting out watching the red kites and buzzards circling over the adjacent fields. The spacious games room was a big hit with our three 20-something sons who joined us on holiday. A wonderful week in a wonderful cottage, I would love to go back.

- Neville, August 2021
Paul July 2021

“The house is up a steep hill on a farm track which is narrow for larger cars”

- Paul, July 2021
Mark July 2021

“It was a beautiful spot in the countryside, peaceful, remote and very relaxing, the cottage was lovely and comfortable with a great games barn for all the family to enjoy.”

We loved watching the red kites gliding overhead and it was so remote, we all took blankets outside and stayed up until midnight gazing at the stars in the clear sky - uninterrupted by any light pollution.

- Mark, July 2021
Jerry August 2020

“Thoroughly enjoyed this idyllic home from home.”

well appointed and thoughtfully furnished and decorated, the owners have done a lovely job of providing everything you need for a great and reaxing holiday. Following the coronavirus pandemic we really needed a break and this provided our "bubble" a great opportunity to recover some emblance of normality. the setting was beautiful and the weather perfect - i understand that this is normal for Wales! In short, other than in an ideal world, having an extra bathroom, a larger fridge freezer in the pantry and perhaps a banister on the 3 steps on the landing (took a bit of a tumble in the dark - my fault!) the property really was perfect. The games barn was a particular hit in the evening too. Loved it and I am sure you will too.

- Jerry, August 2020
John December 2019

“This is a nice holiday cottage with plenty of room and lots of garden for the dogs to play.”

The games room is great for children and adults, we spent a lot of time in the games room. The surrounding fields were free of livestock so we were able to walk in them with the dogs off the lead and perfectly safely. The only issue was the wifi, we read in the cottage instructions that there is a 50g limit for the month, divided into weekly allowances. 13g of internet access is nowhere near enough for a winter holiday with 5 adults and 2 children all with their own iPads and watching online content. We did exceed the allowance, the owner did pay for more gigabytes of data and we were not asked to pay for the extra gigabytes, however, it did make us a little uncomfortable having to ask the owner to pay for more data and the worry that the 20g the owner purchased would not get used up again. It would have been better to give us the option of buying extra data at a fixed price so that everyone knows where they stand and we would not have felt guilty watching Netflix. I could not find any mention of data restrictions in the brochure or on Sykes Cottages website. The data problem has not put us off the cottage though, it was a lovely holiday and we thoroughly enjoyed the week. The cottage had been thoughtfully decorated with Christmas decorations and a lovely tree, and there was cake, milk, coffee and tea waiting for us upon arrival. We would definitely go back!

- John, December 2019
Stephen December 2019

“Absolutely loved everything about the place.”

It made for a really enjoyable xmas week for our family of 6 adults and 2 children. Spacious, clean, lovely views and the games room was a massive hit for all. I would however point out that the enclosed garden is currently missing a gate so nothing to prevent dog running away down the lane. Also, and this is not a new thing. Sykes should make it clear on info when booking that dogs are not allowed upstairs at the property. This has now happened to us on 2 occasions that only on arrival have we discovered that dogs must be kept downstairs. I would not have booked these properties had we known prior to arrival as it mean't one of us had to sleep downstairs with him as he is not used to being left downstairs on his own.

- Stephen, December 2019
Susan October 2019

“A fantastic cottage clean and well equipped.”

Stunning garden and views all around. Will definitely return.

- Susan, October 2019
Amber August 2019

“Great cottage - really well equipped for everything you would need.”

So peaceful and surrounded by sheep. Games room is fab also! We all had a great family holiday. Thanks :)

- Amber, August 2019
B August 2019

“Cottage was everything we expected.”

However there is not one piece of comfortable furniture in the house. All sofas were tired and the mattresses were like stone slabs . Two of our part ended with bad backs

- B, August 2019
Emma August 2019

“We stayed in this cottage from the 3rd-10th August and we had such a relaxing getaway.”

The fact you can walk around the surrounding fields is a great bonus. We had to contact the owner on one occasion for an issue with a tap and they were so polite and attentive it was a fantastic experience. The only down side (if you can call it that) is that with 3 boys that are ruled by their phones the internet is not fantastic and you need to be aware of the usage. The cottage and the surroundings where fabulous and we would definitely recommend. Massive thank you to the lovely Gaskell family for allowing us to stay in this wonderful property.

- Emma, August 2019
Darren July 2019

“Lovely cottage quiet and peaceful, great games barn, beautiful scenery, excellent place to stay for the whole family and your four Legged freinds.”

- Darren, July 2019
Lucy June 2019

“Amazing property, loved every minute staying at Byrdir Cottage, so peaceful and relaxing.”

Good location for visiting nearby Elan Valley and easy access to main roads for other days out. We would happily return here.

- Lucy, June 2019
Julia June 2019

“Total relaxation, wonderful views, if you want to recharge your batteries this is the place to go, lots of local amenities 10 mins away, Elan Valley is a must to visit the reservoirs are amazing and if you have dogs there are some wonderful walks around it, we will be returning.”

- Julia, June 2019
Charles June 2019

“Beautiful quiet cottage.”

Perfect for getting away from it all. Supplied with everything you could think of. Even though it hardly ever stopped raining we had a fantastic family holiday. Our 3 granddaughters loved the games room, as did their parents. Beds a little firm for our family but this is just personal choice. We are already planning a return visit.

- Charles, June 2019
Chloe May 2019

“Had the most amazing week away at byrdir cottage, was everything I expected and more, just stunning, on arrival we had homemade cake which was so thoughtful & delicious, the cottage was well equipped and had everything we could ask for, the open fires were idyllic, I just loved my stay here & cant wait to return, if your looking for a home from home relaxing holiday this is perfect & I couldn’t recommend it more, Thankyou so much for a lovely stay.”

- Chloe, May 2019
Tina April 2019

“The cottage was lovely, a little snug but perfect for the five of us and the dogs.”

The owners were very welcoming and sorted a minor issue for us straight away. The games room was perfect for rainy evenings although fortunately the weather was really good so we didn't use it as much. Will definitely come back. This is a perfect home away from home.

- Tina, April 2019
Alison December 2018

“A really delightful cottage in a a quiet, scenic area.”

The cottage was comfortable and well equipped to cope with a full house and cater for Christmas dinner with all the trimmings. The games room was an added bonus and kept us all amused in the evenings with the log burner providing a warm cosy environment. The only down side was that the bedrooms were on the small size but not much you can do about that in a traditional Welsh farm workers cottage. Some WiFi issues were quickly resolved by the owner. For a family get together Byrdir cottage was just perfect and I would definitely recommend.

- Alison, December 2018
Liane November 2018

“A lovely cottage in a rural and remote setting.”

Lovely and clean, the owners are very accommodating.On arrival we had a lovely home made cake and fresh milk to enjoy. Elan valley not too far away for beautiful picturesque walks and the games room at the cottage was entertaining for days when the weather was not so good. Overall a very enjoyable break.

- Liane, November 2018
Deborah October 2018

“The cottage is in a perfect location to explore the surrounding countryside and the Elan Valley in particular.”

The Red Kites can be seen in abundance, often so close you can see the detail on the underside of their wings, simply spectacular. The cottage itself is warm and welcoming with its gorgeous log fire and spacious living area. The games room is a definite plus for family entertainment in the dark evenings of Autumn after an energising day exploring. I've never been to a more well equipped self catering cottage. It's so good to be able to go away without worrying about bedding and towels and be able to wash the dirty walking clothes before going home. Superb, thoroughly recommended.

- Deborah, October 2018
Michael September 2018

“The view from the cottage was brilliant, the peace and quiet, the games room was Ideal in the evenings.”

We were lucky with the weather, warm and sunny all week. The home made cake and wood fire on arrival was marvellous, the only downside one week wasn't long enough. Byrdir cottage is perfect, exactly what we wanted. Just one small thing look out for the lady in a red car who seamed to think the lane at the bottom of the drive was a racetrack, (no problem with noise the drive is a long way from the lane)

- Michael, September 2018
Kathy September 2018

“Picturesque cottage in beautiful location.”

Red kites flying around cottage. Games room a bonus if you have a family. Garden secure for our little doggy. Everything you need within the cottage. Mobile phone signal hit or miss. I got signal and I am on Three but my husband who is on Virgin did not. Internet as described is on a mobile signal through EE but we only got it on the Saturday night and not for the rest of week. They request that you do not use it for streaming. We tried to ring owners and left message but no call back. Also if you use more than the allowance they would contact you and ask that you leave an extra £10. Tea and cake a nice gesture when we got there. A very pleasant weeks holiday.

- Kathy, September 2018
Andy September 2018

“A tranquil retreat away from traffic noise with a games barn if the rain sets in.”

Byrdir, is set back along a private narrow rack off a minor single track lane. The cottage is comfy, clean, and well equipped, with the best games room facility we've ever had at a holiday rental property, a welcome bonus if put off from the great outdoors by the weather. The owners are close at hand if needed and left a good variety of local information and guides to look through. If you need facilities on the doorstep it's possibly not for you. However, the nearest shop, (and Greggs!), is only a short drive on the main A470 away. The welcome cake was a memorable treat along with the "get you going" supplies of milk, coffee, tea, etc. A return visit already on the agenda.

- Andy, September 2018
Sam June 2018

“Absolutely gorgeous place, just so ideal for us and such lovely location.”

We have never said we will return somewhere until visiting this place!

- Sam, June 2018
Scott March 2018

“The cottage was fantastic, amazing location & the owner could not have been more helpful.”

We even checked availability for our next holiday while there but unfortunately it was booked already..

- Scott, March 2018
Sarah December 2017

“Cottage was lovely we had a really enjoyable time.”

The hosts had thought of everything and there was lots of useful information and a lovely cake on arrival. Would definitely book this again.

- Sarah, December 2017
Kim November 2017

“Thrilled with my stay at Byrdir Cottage.”

Despite being a very last minute get away, it took less than 10 minutes on Sykes to find the perfect property and make arrangements. 36 hours later I pulled up to Byrdir and could not be happier with what I discovered. A quiet and private location with stunning views and very comfortable accommodations. The cottage comes with everything you need to feel at home, and is in a superb area to explore the beauty of Wales. Waking up to resident red kites was a treat and walks from the cottage were plentiful. Luckily I had both sunny days and rainy days during the stay, which allowed for both expeditions out and about as well as relaxing times in front of the fire with a cup of tea, a good book and the homemade banana bread that welcomes you on arrival. I will most definitely look to return to Byrdir cottage for future get aways.

- Kim, November 2017
Deborah October 2017

“Everything was absolutely superb with one exception, the bathroom is in need of updating.”

However, this was a small price to pay for an otherwise delightful cottage and wonderful holiday.

- Deborah, October 2017
Rob April 2017

“I like searching for cottages with Sykes - the 'search' options make it really simple!”

Bydir cottage is our favorite cottage yet! The photo's on the website sold it to us, but the cottage is even better when you arrive! We were in the middle of nowhere in beautiful countryside and yet only 15 minutes away from shops. The cottage was lovely, very well equipped and a real home from home. The games room was a fantastic bonus! We would love to return! Thank you!

- Rob, April 2017
Anna January 2017

“We had stayed here before last year, and liked it so much that we returned”

- Anna, January 2017
Robert December 2016

“Excellent cottage and helpful owners who went out of their way for us.”

Will definitely recommend.

- Robert, December 2016
Cheryl October 2016

“It was a beautiful property in a great location.”

- quiet and with the opportunity to relax. Brilliant games room! AND the property was lovely and warm - ideal for my parents who are in their eighties.

- Cheryl, October 2016
Alec August 2016

“We have said no to re bookin this cottage only because we like to try different locations each time”

- Alec, August 2016
Linda July 2016

“Perfect relaxing environment in a secluded and private spot, with plenty of space for a family.”

The games room was excellent, with a good choice of games and things to do. The table tennis table was our favourite. The outside space was absolutely beautiful and we really enjoyed relaxing around the large table and chairs on the large patio. The owners have thought of everything. It felt like a home from home immediately. Thank you for a memorable holiday. Everyone enjoyed it tremendously!

- Linda, July 2016
Alyson July 2016

“A really homely place, a lot of thought has gone into making it welcoming.”

There were comfortable places to sit and look out onto the fields, or watch TV. The games room is great, perfect if it rains or for an evening in. It is a really warm property with lots of hot water and three wood burning stoves. It is a great base for walks, cycling or driving around the beautiful countryside. Loved our stay there.

- Alyson, July 2016
Marlene June 2016

“This was our third visit to the cottage and we still enjoyed the holiday as much as ever.”

The games room and the large garden is a bonus for a family because it enables everyone to have their own space when they need it.

- Marlene, June 2016
Jennifer May 2016

“Truly outstanding, well equipped cottage in idyllic countryside.”

We are determined to go back next year!

- Jennifer, May 2016
Ann April 2015

“We loved the location of cottage and the wonderful views.”

Had great gardens for the dogs and the games room was a hit with all the family. We will recommend to friends and we will return in the near future, the cottage was lovely and warm.

- Ann, April 2015
Collin February 2015

“The cottage was perfect for two families with four small children and the games room was perfect for the rainy days.”

- Collin, February 2015
Clare August 2014

“Fabulous welcome with cake and drinks on arrival.”

The Cottage is the best equipped we have ever been to. There is a lovely secure garden for dogs and the surrounding area is so peaceful and relaxing. Just sheep and birds to listen to, lovely! Not too far from anywhere really and everyone very friendly. Will definitely consider going again and recommend to friends. FABULOUS !!!!!!

- Clare, August 2014
Hannah July 2014

“It was such an idyllic, secluded location with beautiful views.”

We loved watching the red kites flying overhead, and the bats in the garden at twilight. A lovely house, we would definitely come back.

- Hannah, July 2014
Emma July 2014

“We confirmed this cottage for our group who were based at the Royal Welsh for the week.”

The location was within 15 minutes of the Show ground which was ideal for the daily commute. The owner went out of her way to welcome all who were staying at the cottage. A great welcome and a great service throughout their stay. Many thanks.

- Emma, July 2014
Jennifer February 2014

“We had a great time chilling out and relaxing, as well as exploring the surrounding area.”

The games room was fantastic, loved the garden and being able to walk in the surrounding fields. The water tasted lovely! We enjoyed cosy evenings in front of the wood burner, the location was away from it all but accessible. Would certainly be happy to return anytime.

- Jennifer, February 2014
Tracy October 2013

“Perfect getaway, the cottage was cosy and everything we expected.”

Would go again, and recommend. Great base for loads of walks and close to the beaches.

- Tracy, October 2013
Hazel August 2013

“It was in an idyllic setting, and the cottage was up a farm track away from it all!”

Perfect for a proper family holiday. The games room was a hot favourite with everyone.

- Hazel, August 2013
Clare May 2013

“The cottage is based in an ideal location and has a very desirable ambience.”

It has a homely décor in keeping with the age and location, the kitchen was small, but well stocked. There is even a games room which was a real bonus, with pool, table tennis and dvd's provided.

- Clare, May 2013
Therese February 2013

“A wonderful cottage with excellent facilities.”

The little touches made our stay special.

- Therese, February 2013
Sarah September 2012

“Loved the setting, the house itself and the games room.”

Very well furnished, with enough space for us all to not feel cramped. Brilliant holiday retreat and everyone that joined us has asked that we visit again in the future.

- Sarah, September 2012
David July 2012

“The quiet and tranquil setting of the cottage.”

Lots of room for parking and for the children to play. The games room was fantastic - not only for the children.

- David, July 2012
Janet April 2012

“The situation was lovely, the facilities excellent, and the owners were very helpful.”

- Janet, April 2012
Adam February 2012

“Lovely cottage, well equipped.”

- Adam, February 2012
Dawn July 2011

“Lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings.”

Cottage provided all we needed for a lovely visit and the extra homely touches were very much appreciated. Games room was a major bonus for extra space and entertainment.

- Dawn, July 2011
John May 2011

“An excellent cottage in a quiet and scenic location.”

The cottage is well placed to access many places in central Wales. I would highly recommend this cottage to any party of 6-8 people who want to holiday in mid-Wales.

- John, May 2011

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Summary

Five bedrooms: 1 x king, 2 double, 1 x 26 twin, 1 single
Bathroom with bath, rain shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area and gas fire
Utility
Sitting room with woodburner
Games barn with pool table, table tennis, table football, TV, DVD and woodburner.
Radiators in kitchen/diner, landing and bathroom, storage heaters in sitting room and games room, electric panel heaters in bedrooms, gas fire in kitchen/diner and wood burner in lounge and games room
Electric oven, halogen hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, as of February 2020, property offers unlimited WiFi, 32 inch Smart TV and 49 inch curved TV in games room (one with Freeview), DVD, video, CD/radio, selection of books, games, videos and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburners inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair, cot and stair gate available on request
Off road parking for 4 cars
Secure bicycle storage in games room
Enclosed lawned gardens with furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 1.5 miles, pub 4.5 miles
Note: Fenced pond at end of garden
Note: Cottage is up a single track lane about 0.5 miles long, care to be taken.

The property

Rhayader 4.5 miles.

A delightful detached cottage set in open countryside with mountain views from all aspects, in a rural location 4.5 miles from Rhayader.

Created from two separate properties, this picturesque Rhayader cottage stands alone at the end of a single farm track in the most peaceful location.

Full of character, this pretty Rhayader cottage retains many original features including open beams, flagged floors, wooden floorboards throughout the first floor and wonderful open fireplaces.

The lovely large kitchen table with settle seating is perfect for family meals, followed by relaxation in the superb sitting room or the very large games room, specifically adapted from an old barn with vaulted beamed ceiling, a cosy woodburner, comfy seats, a TV and DVD, a pool table, table football and table tennis.

Enjoy alfresco dining in the pretty cottage garden, which has an area large enough to enjoy a friendly game of football, or explore the local countryside with walks from the doorstep.

You may well see Red Kites overhead, along with all the other birdlife around the cottage, but do visit the Red Kite feeding station in nearby Rhayader for an experience never to be forgotten.

The Elan Valley lakes and the many shows and exhibitions at the Royal Welsh Showground offer varied days out for all the family.

A terrific, welcoming Rhayader cottage for all ages.

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About the location

RHAYADER

Llandrindod Wells 10 miles; Aberystwyth 34 miles.

Rhayader is a small Welsh market town with a selection of tea rooms, pubs, restaurants, amenities and unique little boutiques, including local antiques. An added bonus of a leisure centre with a large swimming pool and a weekly livestock market. The Red Kite Feeding Station, on the outskirts of the town is a great attraction not to be missed. Rhayader is the first town on the River Wye and is home to the spectacular dams and reservoirs of the Elan and Claerwen Valleys. The Elan Valley offers a variety of walks and cycle trails (cycle hire is available in Rhayader), as well as a visitor’s centre with café and children's play area. This area is known as the Wildlife Centre of Wales, with its amazing variety of nature reserves open for visitors to enjoy. There is also pony trekking available in the area. Visit Builth Wells, where the Spring Festival, Royal Welsh Agricultural Show and Winter Fair are all held annually. Alternatively, a scenic drive will take you to the Welsh coast 34 miles away.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Brilliant property.”

“Excellent property.”

“Lovely property with amazing views.”

“Byrdir Cottage is fantastic.”

“Lovely property, plenty of space for our extended family and the dogs.”

“Nicer in reality than on the website.”

“Stunning cottage, one of the best we've stayed in.”

“This is a wonderful property set in a peaceful location full of wildlife.”

“Beautiful cottage in a stunning location.”

“Had a lovely week at Byrdir.”

“We absolutely loved our stay, we expected it to just be a base to do some exploring with the bonus of the games room but instead found a home from home.”

“Excellent stay at Byrdir cottage.”

“Lovely location and very comfy, would definitely recommend.”

“Superb cottage and very well equipped in a beautiful location.”

“Really nice cottage,fabulous views, close to many interesting places, best ...”

“Byrdir Cottage is beautiful Extremely clean and tidy, beautiful furnishings Kitchen had everything you could have needed and with the games room there was something for everyone of all ages.”

“Had a brilliant holiday in a lovely cottage with all the comforts of home.”

“We had a lovely time at the cottage.”

“Place was amazing very peaceful would definitely go again.”

“We loved our stay here - well equipped and thoughtful touches, easy communication with owners during stay, so peaceful and quiet.”

“Truly fabulous cottage in Beautiful surroundings.”

“An oasis of tranquility and beauty.”

“The cottage was delightful we went with seven adults two children more than enough room.”

“Had a lovely stay and the property was so well equipped.”

“This is the most incredible place I have visited so far and I have visited many.”

“Only one negative, and that was being told we had to vacate at 9:30am on the morning of our departure.”

“This is a beautiful cottage with amazing views all round.”

“We had a lovely weekend away with the family.”

“The special feature of the separate games room was ideal for our purposes.”

“Very clean, relaxing and peaceful, games room is brilliant with plenty of heating, great countryside this was are third visit will definitely go again.”

“Byrdir is a cosy and comfy cottage in a beautiful setting!”

“The most amazing cottage out of the many over the years we have stayed in,from ...”

“Very relaxing and peaceful we had a wonderful holiday and would like to stay again sometime in the future”

“What a beautiful home this is.”

“Excellent hosts.”

“Byrdir cottage is in a fantastic rural location.”

“Beautiful cottage set in stunning scenery, well placed to visit the local attractions.”

“Lovely property and very spacious for 6 of us”

“Really cozy and clean cottage set in a beautiful part of the country.”

“The cottage was in a very beautiful setting, so peaceful and an escape from everyday life.”

“We had a fabulous time- especially appreciated the games room.”

“Perfect property.”

“Games room a bonus.”

“Everything was perfect in such a lovely location.”

“Beautiful cottage in an idyllic setting which served all out needs, the games room being a particular favourite for our teenage boys.”

“Byrdir is a really lovely cottage in a beautiful and peaceful setting.”

“The house is up a steep hill on a farm track which is narrow for larger cars”

“It was a beautiful spot in the countryside, peaceful, remote and very relaxing, the cottage was lovely and comfortable with a great games barn for all the family to enjoy.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed this idyllic home from home.”

“This is a nice holiday cottage with plenty of room and lots of garden for the dogs to play.”

“Absolutely loved everything about the place.”

“A fantastic cottage clean and well equipped.”

“Great cottage - really well equipped for everything you would need.”

“Cottage was everything we expected.”

“We stayed in this cottage from the 3rd-10th August and we had such a relaxing getaway.”

“Lovely cottage quiet and peaceful, great games barn, beautiful scenery, excellent place to stay for the whole family and your four Legged freinds.”

“Amazing property, loved every minute staying at Byrdir Cottage, so peaceful and relaxing.”

“Total relaxation, wonderful views, if you want to recharge your batteries this is the place to go, lots of local amenities 10 mins away, Elan Valley is a must to visit the reservoirs are amazing and if you have dogs there are some wonderful walks around it, we will be returning.”

“Beautiful quiet cottage.”

“The cottage was lovely, a little snug but perfect for the five of us and the dogs.”

“A really delightful cottage in a a quiet, scenic area.”

“A lovely cottage in a rural and remote setting.”

“The cottage is in a perfect location to explore the surrounding countryside and the Elan Valley in particular.”

“The view from the cottage was brilliant, the peace and quiet, the games room was Ideal in the evenings.”

“Picturesque cottage in beautiful location.”

“A tranquil retreat away from traffic noise with a games barn if the rain sets in.”

“Absolutely gorgeous place, just so ideal for us and such lovely location.”

“The cottage was fantastic, amazing location & the owner could not have been more helpful.”

“Cottage was lovely we had a really enjoyable time.”

“Thrilled with my stay at Byrdir Cottage.”

“Everything was absolutely superb with one exception, the bathroom is in need of updating.”

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“We had stayed here before last year, and liked it so much that we returned”

“Excellent cottage and helpful owners who went out of their way for us.”

“It was a beautiful property in a great location.”

“We have said no to re bookin this cottage only because we like to try different locations each time”

“Perfect relaxing environment in a secluded and private spot, with plenty of space for a family.”