Bwthyn Y Jacdo

Dirty house.

The following were dirty- pillowcase, toilet, airfryer, kettle, oven, dishwasher, sockets and plugs, bathroom blind, cutlery drawer. Hairs in the bath. Dead plants outside. Placemats were worn and grubby. The list is endless. I mentioned some of the above to the owner, but she didn’t apologise or comment. She has refused to give us a partial refund. We paid £1,070 for a week in a dirty house, without an apology or even acknowledging the state of the house. I would not reccommend this cottage.

A lovely, comfortable quiet cottage with picturesque and scenic views.

The only slightly negative comment would be that the shower head was hand held, but the owner said they have this in hand to rectify. The owner aloud us to use the adjacent meadow for our dog walking. We couldn't see how to secure the garden so this was a bonus. These slightly negative points didn't detract or spoil stay in any way!

We fell in love with Bwthyn y Jacdo.

It's a lovely little cottage that met our needs amply. Our dog enjoyed the little sun trap garden (safely because of the gate) and Diana offered us free access to the paddock. The kitchen was also well equipped. We'll definitely be returning and I will recommend to all my friends.

Lovely cottage.

Warm welcome with flowers, milk, eggs and welsh cakes. May not suit older people. Getting in and out of bath to use hand shower head. No grab rail. Smelt of dogs on arrival. We don't have dogs.

Very clean and comfortable cottage.

Close to ameneties and beaches. Nice little touches,welsh cakes,free range eggs and milk.

Absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful cottage!

Not only is it located in a stunning part of the world but everything about this place exceeded our expectations. The cottage was spotlessly clean, cosy and felt like we were home away from home. Incredibly comfy bed, excellent kitchen set up and the fireplace was the cherry on top. We really appreciated how dog friendly it was for our two pups, even some really detailed recommendations for places in the local area to take them in the welcome pack. We really appreciated the friendly and hospitable welcome from the host once we had got settled in too. Can’t recommend this place enough and we’ll definitely be back!

Beautiful little cottage up amongst the hills and views of the Pembrokeshire countryside.

Was lovely to have fresh flowers and provisions (milk, tea coffee etc) on arrival. We live on a boat so the cottage was a lovely size for us and our two dogs ( Rocky loved the stairs) and the owners were very attentive, especially when we got snowed in for 24 hours, they made sure we were on and had everything we needed. We stayed a week and could have stayed much longer. Great base for exploring both the coast and the countryside. Absolutely stunning. Will definitely recommend and we will be back. Thank you

Cottage was comfortable and in a good position for visiting north and south coasts.

Unfortunately, the oven was very dirty and so was the outside of the kettle, which let it down in our opinion.

Very welcoming host, who provided goodies on arrival.

Spotlessy clean,comfortable beds and very dog friendly. I will be recommending to others.

Lovely cottage .

Helpful owner Diana if you have any questions or are not sure about anything. Beautiful setting , peaceful and quiet . The Pembrokeshire coastline is stunning , lots of interesting places to visit within 20 minute to 45 minute driving .

A lovely little cottage for peace and space from the rest of the world.

A short drive away from the local village and only 10 minutes away from Cardigan and Newport. Perfect for a young family or couples holiday.

Great cottage in a lovely, quiet and very convenient location for touring north Pembrokeshire and south cardigan.

Also in a good position for a trip to south Pembrokeshire.

An idyllic cottage in a peaceful setting, everything needed for a base to explore the Pembrokeshire coast.

We had a lovely stay at Bwthyn Y Jacdo.

A quiet, peaceful location and a beautiful cottage. Ideal location for exploring South Wales - Tenby, Bosherton Lily Ponds, Pembroke, Narbeth, Haverfordwest all a relatively short drive away. Closer to home Newport, Cardigan and Poppit Sands worth exploring as well. A safe enclosed space for the dog, with the gate closed and a lovely outside space to drift away in. Extra touches on arrival - Welshcakes, flowers, milk, eggs and dog treats. Diana and family such kind, welcoming and friendly hosts. Highly recommended. Thank you for letting us share in your beautiful part of the world.

We had a great time staying at the cottage.

There was everything you need except for a washing machine. Lovely little touches like dog treats, poo bags, welshcakes, milk, eggs and flowers. Safe enclosed garden for the dogs and owners let us use the paddock too. Ideal for exploring south wales and so peaceful. The owners were nearby and were very helpful and friendly. Would def recommend

The cottage provided a lovely little home from home and the owners were absolutely fantastic, friendly and helpful and had left welcome gifts for our arrival.

Loved our time there and visiting all the wonderful beaches and historic sites in the area. Would definitely stay again and recommend.

Beautiful little cottage and great for a get away.

The bed was super comfy, the fire a lovely addition and the hosts were lovely.

Charming cottage, beautiful setting, great log burner and lovely welcome goodies - fresh eggs, milk and Welsh cakes.

Had an amazing 5 days here with family.

Ideal location for travelling around Wales, which is so beautiful, beautiful home, Comfy beds, kitchen full of everything you need, lovely hosts very welcoming. Would love to stay again

We loved staying at Bwthyn Y Jacdo.

In addition to all its valors (as per other reviews and the property description), Diana and her husband make wonderful landlords. Lovely friendly people. Generous and hospitable. I was offered fresh chicken eggs and veg from their own garden. Some of it was a purchase but some - a gift! Thank you. We hope to come back to your charming cottage and see you all again!

We had a wonderful time at this cottage.

It is very well appointed even with an air fryer. Sadly the weather was not on our side but the comfiness of the cottage helped alleviate that. We had use of the paddock to exercise our energetic dog which was well used. Ducks, hens and sheep completed the scene. We hope to return.

This was our second stay since last year.

( We enjoyed it so much that we booked again as soon as we got back.) The peace we get from staying here is second to none. Each morning we get up to fresh boiled eggs then go off exploring. Sometimes we’ve thought Wales was closed because we seemed to be the only ones on the roads driving! The people are friendly and smiley. The beaches are wonderful. The views are outstanding. We even enjoyed the 20 mph speed limit at times because it gave us a chance to be nosey at the passing houses etc! I’ve read some of the reviews and must say none of the negative ones apply when we’ve stayed here. The bed is ultra comfy. We sleep so well here in the quiet and darkness. The wrap around garden is dog friendly and you can watch the sun set and rise. The dipping swifts and bird sounds along with the occasional sheep, cattle and chickens all make for a relaxing stay also. I even heard an owl- not having heard one since childhood. The cottage was clean and so were the utensils etc. The sheets are spotless as are the white towels. Every thing you need for a stay is here. If you expect never to find a cobweb or a spec of dust then I suggest you don’t book to stay in a cottage that is a converted barn in the middle of a field! Thank you Diane and family for looking after us so well.

We very much enjoyed our week with our two little dogs.

When we arrived we were concerned about the gaps in the garden gate in case the dogs could get out but the problem was solved for us immediately by the owner which made the cottage very dog friendly. The cottage has everything provided to make your stay comfortable and the milk, eggs, Welsh cakes and fresh flowers provided were very welcome. It’s lovely cottage in a beautiful part of Wales and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a quiet, relaxing location.

Peaceful cottage with secure garden for dogs plus great weather so a lovely holiday.

Thank you for the treats and homemade cakes which were thoroughly enjoyed. Would definitely book again.

Our first impression of the property was great, the description on the Sykes website is accurate.

A very rural, peaceful setting. The cottage is warm, cosy and very comfortable. It was well equipped with everything needed for making meals. Sadly, we soon realised the property was not very clean, particularly the kitchen and bathroom. The windowsills had flies on and skirting boards were so dusty with dog hair (possibly) on them. We had to clean the bath before we could use it. We washed all the kitchen crockery, cutlery and equipment before using., and sprayed all the surfaces with antibacterial spray. Everything just seemed a bit grubby. One ring on the hob didn't work. One side of the toaster wouldn't stay down so had to keep a figure on it to toast the bread. It's such a super property, but needs a couple of days spent cleaning and general maintenance. The garden is lovely and has sun morning and evening. The bifolds were great on a sunny day, with our dogs able to go on and out. To make it fully enclosed for dogs the gate needs to be kept closed. I would recommend this property, just hoping it has a good spring clean ! The flowers, Welsh cakes, fresh eggs and milk was much appreciated.

Excellent instructions to find the cottage and a warm hello from the owner next door.

Fresh eggs, flowers and Welsh cakes provided and a small bottle of milk. All looked lovely .. but then I started to notice that the cottage needed a good clean. In the kitchen the outside of the kettle was stained with splashes of cooked food. The top of the toaster was covered in crumbs. An old and stained brush, cloth and sponge had been left to use by the sink (new cloth and sponge avialable under sink). Kitchen radio, dirty, grey. Top of microwave rusty. Inside of microwave under glass plate dirty. Lumps of black hair on the bedroom floor (dog?) Blanket on foot of double bed covered in black hair. Sheet/duvet on lower bunk bed covered in dog hairs and lower sheet gritty to the touch. Dead flies on the windowsills. Extension lead in bedroom covered in black hair and stained. I could go on (I took photos). The following day I went to see the owner to ask about the dog hair and the sheets. I was told a couple of black labs had stayed a few weeks back! They did volunteer to come in and clean and change the sheets. I took clean sheets for the bottom bunk bed and changed them myself. I felt uncomfotable with the general state of cleanliness. One ring on the cooker also did not appear to work. The cottage is in a lovely location. Comfy beds and a pretty garden ... BUT it needs a good scrub from top to bottom. The kitchen was well equipped. But found black hairs again in some dishes and on plates. We ran everything we intended to use through the dishwasher. I feel unhappy about publishing all of this and can only assume we were unlucky at this property, as no one has mentioned cleanliness as an issue before.

Cottage warm and has everything you need.

Well equipped

We really enjoyed our stay.

The cottage was cosy and dog friendly with enclosed garden.

Great cottage.

Comfortable and just as advertised.

We had a lovely bank holiday weekend.

The cottage is so peaceful. It was so good to come back to after a day exploring. We had a great nights sleep in the pitch blackness and quiet of the night. Also in a quality mattress and bedding- this makes such a difference. Lovely big towels too. Everything is laid out ready to find. Fresh flowers, eggs,Welsh cakes and milk (thank you) We didn’t use the fire and ample fuel but it was all there to use. Lovely to have a dishwasher too ( would rather have that than a washing machine any day!) For those people who say they miss a walk in shower - well you can manage quite well with what is provided (and I speak as someone who’s had 2 new hips and a knee replacement in the last 3 years!) The wrap around garden is a delight and our 2 little dogs loved running around and hiding from each other. The views are amazing- from every window. To wake up and look over the fields and hear the birds and smell the air is a such a pleasure. We were at peace here and look forward to going back. Thank you both for letting us share your home.

very nice welcome gifts ie eggs flowers and milk plus of course Welsh Cakes cottages was nice and quite and not far to Cardigan or Newport had two very nice meals at the Nags head about 15 minutes away also very nice fish and chips in the village of crymuch

brilliant FANTASTIC hosts very helpful , gave us lovely free range eggs etc .

lovely peaceful place to re-charge ..our dogs loved it ... thanks for a lovely time

Lovely cottage overall - warm, cosy, clean and smelt lovely!

Friendly owners next door should you need anything. Even got fresh eggs, milk and flowers!

Third visit and just as clean and comfortable as previous visits.

Even though owner next door she respects your privacy. Owner was disappointed that Sykes had not informed her we were returning guests, that’s clearly sad as it makes her very proud of what she gives. Home from home. We would make it home if we could.

Lovely little cottage in a beautifully peaceful location with great views.

We enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage, it was nicely decorated for Christmas, and the mince pies etc were very welcome too.

It is ideally situated for the Presili hills, and the coast, and very dog friendly with its enclosed garden. The one addition for me would be a fixed shower, as stated in previous reviews, but we managed fine. Highly recommended, and would definitely return.

Our stay at the cottage, was marvelous, the only thing i would like to point out and this is only a personal preference, i would rather have a shower than a bath, i don't know if they are able to install an over bath shower, other than that our stay was fantastic.

This is the second time we have stayed there.

It is a very comfortable cottage with everything you need.

Overall the property is lovely we really enjoyed our stay there and would certainly go back again.

The only fault we could see was the lack of a washing machine, we would have rather had that than the dishwasher. The kitchen area could do with an update as it is looking very old and some of the veneer is peeling, also the paintwork on the doors. other than that we had no problems at all, it is a lovely cottage and good if you have a dog Dianne the owner introduced herself on the first day, lovely lady made us feel very welcome and the fresh eggs, milk and welsh cakes were delicious.

Super cottage in a great location, quiet but not to remote, perfect place to unwind.

Lovely "home from home" cosy, comfortable everything you need for a holiday.

Very thoughtful welcome pack, milk, fresh farm eggs, homemade Welsh cakes and fresh flowers on the table nice touches. Owners nextdoor IF you need them very pleasant, friendly and helpful. They have thought of everything lots of leaflets and details of nearby attractions, places of interest, places to eat out etc. Also very pretty dog friendly garden with amazing views. All in all great holiday and would recommend.

Fantastic, tranquil, home from home.

Just the right place to relax and unwind, but with lots of fun, outdoor activities on your doorstep, whether the beach, forests, hillside . . . . just perfect for that much needed getaway.

Lovely place to stay, great views.

Cottage was warm and comfortable. Owner is lovely if you need anything she will do her best to help, thankyou for a lovely stay

Just had 9 fantastic days at this lovely cottage, very warm and cosy, very peaceful with lovely views of surrounding countryside.

The garden was very secure for our 2 dogs, who also loved their holiday. The town centre is only a 10 min drive away which boasts a lovely butchers a few shops and chip shop, which was great with friendly staff. Lots of information in the cottage on things to do, Poppit sands beach and Newport beach were great for letting the dogs run free. On arrival it was great to have been left some milk and welsh cakes and some eggs, from the owners chickens which were delicious. with a lovely display of flowers on the table. Would definatley recommend to anyone, this is a very well looked after little gem. Thanks to the lovely owners.

Excellent little cottage for exploring Pembrokeshire.

We stayed with our 18month old daughter and it was brilliant. Good footpaths nearby, everything you needed in the cottage was provided for and it was really comfortable for a weeks stay.

Beautiful cottage in a lovely part of Wales, we had such a great stay and wish we could have had longer.

Fabulous hosts who were friendly and helpful. We were in driving distance of so many great walks and beaches plus lots of hidden little walks surrounding the property to discover. It was Christmas and the subtle festive lights were a lovely touch.

Absolutely amazing cottage in an exciting location.

It is a perfect offer for dog owners, lovers of fresh produce (generous welcome pack and very functional kitchen), walkers, and everyone seeking peace and contact with nature. Facilities are spot on and the family who owns the cottage couldn't be more welcoming and accommodating. A real gem and a rare find, everything as described in the advert. Hopefully we will book Jacdo in warmer months next year, however we managed to do a fair bit of walking and exploring in late November, warming up by the cosy fireplace in the evenings.We loved the cottage so much, that we wanted to extend a two week stay, but we missed it: someone else made a booking in the meantime. Highly reccommended. Thank you and see you again.

Another lovely week.

Accommodation fine in a pretty cottage,. Very quiet location, ideally situated for all the delights Pembrokeshire has to offer. My partner who is into astronomy particularly loves the lack of light pollution here. This was our second visit to the property and I am sure it will not be our last. Great hosts offering welcome pack, which my sister ate pre us arriving! Secure garden which was fantastic for our dogs. Thanks. :)

Property was just as described in the listing, clearly stating location and distances to facilities ie 2 miles to local village, Crymych.

Beautiful, cozy, well equipped and thought out cottage, owner Diana welcoming, but discreet, with a lovely welcome pack of flowers, eggs, milk and Welsh cakes. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable living area and the woodburner a plus! Cozy bedroom and bed but so comfortable we slept well! Lovely location ten minutes to villages and tourist attractions, and bigger towns and coastal paths not too much further. Only suggestion on how the stay could be improved; there is a Bath with ‘shower overhead’ but this is handheld only and was very awkward to wash hair and body holding shower head or putting back on tap hook. A hook on wall would be great BUT understand with sloping roof this may be the reason why it’s not but it was a bit of a palaver and was worried of making floor too wet as no shower curtain or screen. A little thing otherwise a lovely relaxing week in a beautiful cottage in a lovely part of Wales.

The cottage was lovely but more remote than we thought it would be.

There were no walks with the dogs directly from the cottage and a car was needed just to get to the village. It would have been nice to have directions to and from the village available in the cottage as we kept getting lost around the narrow lanes. Also one problem in the cottage was no shower curtain and nowhere to hang the shower.

We had a glorious week staying in Bwthyn Y Jacdo.

Diana greeted us on arrival and provided welsh cakes, milk and eggs which was a lovely surprise. We used the cottage to explore the area. With two children in tow, we visited the beaches of Tenby, Poppit Sands and Broad Haven, theme parks and the amazing Pembroke Castle. The cottage has all the views and facilities you need and was very cosy to return to after a fun-filled day.

Lovely cottage - comfortable and clean.

Loved the location; view of the Preseli Hills from the garden, in close distance to the coast and to a couple of towns. Would definitely stay here again.

We had a lovely peaceful week exploring an area that we have never visited before.

The cottage was lovely, very comfortable and we very much appreciated the welcome gifts of fresh eggs, milk, bottled water and Welsh cakes!

Fantastic week at Bwythn Y Jacdo.

Great location to explore Pembrokeshire. Views from the house are stunning.

Lovely comfortable cottage in a perfect spot for exploring Pembrokeshire.

Everything we needed was provided and our dogs loved their stay too.

Comfortably bed, lovely views and good position.

Our Host Diana, was welcoming and helpful throughout our stay but at the same time gave space for us to enjoy our holiday.

Great place, owners were very friendly .

Really clean everything you need .

This cottage was home away from home.

Very cozy and warm. Lovely views of the hills. Also when clear the night sky was bursting with stars. Very quiet and peaceful. Will go back again in future. Lovely hosts as well.

The area is beautiful.

We enjoyed the beaches, the countryside and the historical monuments and close-by towns. The cottage itself is delightful , warm, welcoming and extremely well presented. We could not have asked for a friendlier, more helpful hostess. Our two dogs loved it too!

Lovely quiet location, Dog secure garden.

cottage was very clean and well appointed. log burner was a great bonus and a good supply of logs and kindling supplied. Great relaxing week with plenty of spectacular walks within an easy 30 minute drive.

We had a lovely holiday at Bwythyn y Jacdo.

. There were sunflowers in a jug on the table as entered the cottage which was a lovely thought. Also some welshcakes and fresh eggs. Lovely views from the garden. The weather was very kind for a few days so we were able to sit outside. Gorgeous. We were also able to enjoy the night sky as there is so little light pollution. Lovely beaches not too far away. The owner Diana, was very helpful.

Great base to discover this part of Wales and surprisingly not that far from Tenby etc.

Some really lovely beaches nearby and yet not crazy busy... Cardigan is a lovely little town and there’s plenty of castles to explore close by; we love our castles. Similarly some lovely walks. Looking forward to visiting this area again sometime soon.

Lovely place would stay again

Lovely cottage.

Had everything we needed. Very friendly hosts. Would definitely recommend.

What a little gem this cottage is.

In a picturesque part of the country and quiet location. We were met by our friendly host who had left a welcome pack of Welsh Cakes, Milk, Eggs and Fresh Flowers. The bed was made up and there were plenty of towels about to use. It was beautifully warm with lashings of hot water. Wi-fi connection was also good. Having an enclosed garden was great for my dogs. I would totally recommend this cottage for either a very quiet break or as a base for touring round. I would have no reservation in booking this cottage again if I wanted to spend some more time in the area.

Perfect location for a quiet, stress free stay.

Ideally positioned for walks in the Preseli hills and other attractions are easily accessible including the dog friendly Poppit Sands. The garden is ideal for dogs - very secure. Diana provides a warm welcome - enjoyed the Welsh cakes! We are already planning a return visit as we didn't do everything we wanted to in the week we were there.

A lovely cottage in the rolling hills of Wales and nice and quiet, ideally located to travel around, lovely scenery around.

Well recommended would definitely go back. Could do with some larger glasses in the cupboard tho, only small glass or wine glass to drink my beer from.

We enjoyed our stay, very quiet cottage.

Just the sound of sheep to lull you to sleep. Would recommend this property. Lots of interesting things to see and do in the vicinity. This part of Wales-is beautifull.

great starting place to explore the surrounding areas

Beautiful part of the country.

Weather was on our side so we were able to go on lots of outstanding coastal walks. Host was very accommodating greeting us with fresh milk, hand made scones and detailed welcome pack.

the cottage was extremely comfortable and diana went to great lengths to ensure we were comfortable on arrival the only thing I found was the enterance and exit to and from the cottage was quite tight although a mirror was placed to view traffic approaching The views and peace and quiet was second to none and is a good base to visit all the bays towns and villages may be a bit to far out for older children.

The patio area of the cottage would be beautiful on a summer evening would recommend for a romantic break also to those who enjoy agood walk or bike ride

Great cottage and location , Well worth visiting .

Great people, great cottage, shame about the bed, we could not both sleep in it, tired frame with an equally tired foam mattress.

This is a lovely cottage.

It is cosy warm private. The owners are a lovely couple. Nice little touches milk in the fridge,a gift of homemade Welsh cakes,fresh flowers on the table. Lots of information about surrounding area. Instructions for all appliances. Towels and bedding included in the price also starter pack for the wood burner.Great relaxing retreat. Highly recommended.

Had lovely break.

.didnt get a chance to see owner before we left...but will drop her a message to say how impreseed we were with the area and the cottage.

Very dog friendly accommodation.

Lovely location, secure garden and good facilities.

What a fantastic place would recommend very highly arrive to find fresh milk eggs from chickens next door & homemade welsh cakes beautiful cottage very dog friendly Atrue hidden gem to relax in

We had a lovely weekend break at Bwthyn Y Jacdo.

The cottage looked well maintained from the outside and there was ample parking. Inside the kitchen/lounge was very cosy and the kitchen had everything that we needed and upstairs the bedroom and beds were just what we wanted, clean and comfortable after a hard days walking. Well done Diane(not sure of surname) and thanks...

The owner was lovely and friendly, she has a lot of local knowledge.

The cottage is brilliant for dogs, the garden is very secure. We liked everything about it and its in a gorgeous part of wales.

This is a beautiful little cottage with a secure garden for the dogs.

Fully self contained a little gem in a fantastic position.

Warm welcome.

Very peaceful spot, not too far from some wonderful coastline with the backdrop of the Preseli Hills