“I booked this cottage for a week of relaxation, comfort, and luxury over Christmas with my partner and my two friends.”
It delivered in all three aspects and on every level.
The cottage was finished to the highest specification and beautifully decorated throughout. The owners had gone to exceptional trouble to prepare the cottage for Christmas with a tree not only inside but also outside in the extensive garden. As soon as we entered, we felt so festive.
The porch and utility room has plenty of storage, a washing machine, and a sink. This is an excellent area to clean off your muddy boots and your muddy dogs!
The kitchen was equipped with absolutely everything we could have wanted. It was extremely useful to have two ovens especially as we were there for Christmas and cooking a traditional dinner. Not only was it well equipped, but everything in it was also of the highest quality.
We thoroughly enjoyed sitting around the dining table and looking out through the bi-folding doors at the spectacular views over the Welsh countryside.
The log burner made the sitting area so cosy and inviting in the evenings (and of course the excellent hosts left a copious supply of logs) and it was fantastic to have access to Netflix as well as prime, so we had a wide choice of films to watch. The addition of an upstairs toilet was so convenient.
My friends were thrilled with the two rooms on the ground floor level. The beds were super comfortable, and the ensuites were beautifully fitted and decorated.
And what can I say about the main bedroom on the lower level? It was beyond luxurious, and the bed was exceptionally comfortable. The bathroom was stunning, and it was great to have the choice of a bath or a shower. The shower had so many different options, from rainfall to jets on the sides.
I was so surprised and delighted to open the cupboard containing the coffee machine and extra wine fridge downstairs. It really was five-star luxury.
We thoroughly enjoyed using the hot tub and the views it afforded over the surrounding hills was stunning.
The hosts were welcoming before we had even left home. Carol sent me an extremely informative email of all the things it was possible to do in the area so that I was well prepared before I even arrived at the cottage. They were always available should we require any help and we felt extremely welcome throughout our stay.
Both Carol and David are excellent hosts, and nothing was too much trouble. They left a beautiful welcome pack for us on our arrival and set the tone for what was to be the most amazing Christmas ever. I cannot recommend this place nor these hosts highly enough.
Dear Maria,
Well, you have definitely made 2023 start on a high for us! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtfully considered and wonderful review - we are beyond thrilled!
It was such a pleasure to meet you all and we are delighted that you enjoyed a memorable Christmas.
We wish you all the very best for 2023 and do hope that we can welcome you again in the future.
Kindest wishes, Carol and David xx
Property Owner
Summary
- Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x lower-ground-floor super-king-size with Smart TV, 1 x twin with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Lower-ground-floor bathroom with free standing bath, walk-in spa chromatherapy shower with multiple flows and body jets, double basins, heated towel rail and separate WC
- Cloakroom with basin and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with AGA pivotable woodburning stove
- Utility
- Sauna
- Oil central heating with underfloor heating
- Range cooker with electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
- 4 x Smart TVs and WiFi
- Fuel, power and starter for woodburning stove inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair and travel cot available
- Ample off-road parking available
- Patio with sunken hot tub for 6 persons, lawn and furniture, lower patio with furniture and pizza oven
- Wrap around panoramic balcony
- Bi fold windows to first floor and lower ground floor
- One well-behaved dog welcome
- Sorry no smoking
- Shop 2 miles and pub 0.4 miles
- Note: Welcome pack provided on arrival which includes a range of local produce including fresh eggs, organic milk and other treats
- Note: Underfloor heating does not cover open-plan living space as it has wooden flooring
- Please Note: This property only accepts Check-in's on a Friday or Monday
- Please Note: This property has an EV charger
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.
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About the location
MONTGOMERY
Churchstoke 4.5 miles; Bishop's Castle 9.5 miles; Welshpool 5.8 miles
The town of Montgomery sits just one mile from the border of England in Mid Wales. Popular with tourists, the town has a delightful selection of individual shops and a variety of pubs and restaurants, including the Michelin star restaurant, The Checkers, a fabulous way to make your holiday truly special. Pay a visit to the ruins of the 13th century Montgomery Castle, which enjoys beautiful views over the town’s timber-framed houses and cobbled streets, and beyond across Wales. The castle also hosts productions of touring theatre groups regularly during the summer. A few miles to the south is the historic market town of Bishop's Castle, an excellent place for a day or night out with its excellent pubs, live music and festivals throughout the year. The wider area is wonderful for walking and there are many cycle routes in the surrounding countryside with varying levels of difficulty. You can venture further into Wales with a drive up to the Snowdonia National Park, or directly west to Cardigan Bay, for the day, or hop back over the border and explore the Shropshire Hills AONB. A charming destination for a holiday.
Please note that this property only accepts Check-in's on a Friday or Monday
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas
