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Lower Dolgenau- The Cottage

Llawryglyn near Llanidloes, Mid Wales & Cardigan Bay (Ref. 965781)

Customer rating

4.3

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Coast & Country Holidays rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

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

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24 Customer Review(s)

  • Clive

    “This is certainly a unique and interesting cottage especially for any nimble person under 5 feet tall who wants to see how Shakespeare lived.”

    Very quaint and no doubt adored by many, especially Americans. It has won some gold awards in the past. Heaven knows how. There are some essential improvements that need immediate attention - blinds are needed on the skylights above the beds (unless you like being woken by the sun at 5am), the drive needs to be properly surfaced as the very steep shared slope covered in chippings is a nightmare to drive up unless you have a 4x4, and the electrical equipment PAT tests are years out of date as ...

    Very quaint and no doubt adored by many, especially Americans. It has won some gold awards in the past. Heaven knows how. There are some essential improvements that need immediate attention - blinds are needed on the skylights above the beds (unless you like being woken by the sun at 5am), the drive needs to be properly surfaced as the very steep shared slope covered in chippings is a nightmare to drive up unless you have a 4x4, and the electrical equipment PAT tests are years out of date as is the whole consumer fuse box. Something also needs to be done about recycling and waste disposal. There is a large assortment of decorative and interesting kitchen objects and utensils which could do with sorting, reducing and updating. Also a thorough clean throughout wouldn’t go amiss. The property description states that it is not suitable for disabled or elderly as there is a steep entrance. This is true but the interior is much more hazardous than the exterior. There is an internet connection but it is very slow - measured Download 1.63Mbps and Upload 0.22Mbps. There are other things like the TV table propped up by 2 castors and some pieces of firewood and, unless it’s haunted, there are mice in the main bedroom ceiling (and a dead one in a trap in the lounge), but I think I’ve said enough. Obviously some people’s idea of heaven, but most definitely not ours.

    - Clive, June 2026

Summary

  • Over two floors
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x 4’6” double, 1 x triple room with three 3’ singles and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x 4’ double on landing bedroom
  • Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with Inglenook fireplace
  • Calor gas central heating with Inglenook fireplace
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave, dishwasher
  • TV and DVD player, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for Inglenook inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Cot available
  • Off road parking for 4 cars
  • Large private outdoor seating area with garden furniture and barbecue
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop within 5.9 miles, pub within 1.8 miles
  • Note: There are slopes in the grounds and a small, shallow stream in the garden, children must be supervised
  • Note: The double bedroom with 4-foot double is on the landing space, please consider this when booking
  • Note: Property may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues, elderly or infirm as it has quite a steep entrance
  • Note: One basket of logs is free, on the other side any wood used is chargeable by the owner
  • Note: There is a fire starter pack, after this has been used, extra wood would be £5 from the owner
  • Please note this property can only accept bookings for a minimum of 3 nights
  • Note: this property has a 7 night minimum over the Christmas and New Years period
  • Note: There is a £25.00 pet supplement per pet

The property

Llanidloes 6.1 miles.

This historic and quaint semi-detached cottage was originally built in the 17th century, and providing a delightful home-from-home for all, resting 3 quarter of a mile from the village of Llawryglyn.

Lower Dolgenau is a picture-perfect property, offering a family or group of six a secluded country spot to retreat to after days of exploring the beautiful surrounding area.

The homely sitting room combines rustic original features and antique furnishings to create an area you can easily relax in, with a traditional inglenook fireplace to warm you, all beneath the exposed timber beams.

Continue getting to know this fairy-tale property and move into the kitchen/diner, where the cottage’s period character is found within the beautiful Welsh dresser adorned with pretty crockery, and a farmhouse table sits atop the tiled floor opposite the kitchen area, ready to have a fabulous feast served up for all, made with the excellent appliances available.

Completing the ground floor is the pretty bathroom suite with a shower over the bath, and a quaint pale pink theme.

Head up the stairs to discover the lovely bedrooms, with a 4-foot double bed resting on the spacious landing, making wonderful use of the space and sitting amongst the beautiful exposed stone walls, with a second bedroom containing three 3-foot single beds with a small en-suite, and finally a 4-foot 6-inch double with an incredibly ornate wrought-iron bed frame.

Rest easy within these charming rooms all decorated with superb antique furniture and pretty bed linens.

Sit out in the lovely garden with sloping lawns with sitting area and table, chairs and on sunny days light up the barbecue whilst taking in the gorgeous south-facing views across the valley, and keep your eyes peeled for birds in the garden as many different species can be spotted here.

Head over to the nearby Clywedog Lake for some excellent fishing and sailing, both pursuits offering a tranquil way to enjoy your holiday, or for some more thrilling activities, head to Machynlleth where a host of exhilarating mountain biking trails can be found.

Over in the nearby market town of Llanidloes with shops and pubs scattered about the town, as well as a golf course, a leisure centre with pool and the Red Kite Centre where live transmissions are shown of the nests in the Rhyader Mant Yrarion.

In nearby Newtown there is plenty to do from must see Castles, Country Houses and Gardens to supermarkets for a big weekly shop to get all the things you will need for a lovely stay at this charming property.

Within reach of the picturesque Cardigan Bay too, Lower Dolgenau is a truly special cottage to call home for your trip to the Mid Wales countryside.


Please note: There is a fire starter pack, after this has been used, extra wood would be £5 from the owner. Note: There are slopes in the grounds and a small, shallow stream in the garden, children must be supervised. Note: The double bedroom with 4-foot double is on the landing space, please consider this when booking. Note: Property may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues, elderly or infirm as it has quite a steep entrance. Note: Please note this property can only accept bookings for a minimum of 3 nights.

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About the location

LLANIDLOES

Newtown 15.4 miles; Llandrindod Wells 22.6 miles; Aberystwyth 30 miles.

The market town of Llanidloes nestles on the eastern slopes of the Cambrian Mountains, with access to some of the most unspoilt and undiscovered scenery both Wales and the Welsh/Shropshire Borders have to offer. Locally, there are plenty of activities to enjoy, with walking, cycling, riding, fishing, tennis, golf, swimming and shooting all available within 10 miles. Further afield, but still within easy touring distance, are a host of attractions: Powis Castle (National Trust), with its world famous gardens, is just 20 miles away; the Welsh Coast, with its fine beaches, is less than an hour’s drive; Rhayader and the Elan Valley are 40 minutes away; the Shropshire towns of Ludlow and Shrewsbury are within easy reach, as are the popular North Wales destinations of Llangollen and Snowdonia. A picturesque region, ideal for an action packed holiday or a relaxing break.

Please note: There is a fire starter pack, after this has been used, extra wood would be £5 from the owner. Note: There are slopes in the grounds and a small, shallow stream in the garden, children must be supervised.
Note: The double bedroom with 4-foot double is on the landing space, please consider this when booking.
Note: Property may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues, elderly or infirm as it has quite a steep entrance.
Note: Please note this property can only accept bookings for a minimum of 3 nights.
Note: this property has a 7 night minimum over the Christmas and New Years period.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute

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