Self-Catering at Braich-Y-Celyn Lodge | Holiday Cottages in Snowdonia

Holiday home
This detached cottage is a former entrance lodge to a country estate and boasts wonderful estuary views. Located on the outskirts of the seaside resort of Aberdovey, this property is full of character and features beams, slate flooring, the original bread oven, a wood-burning stove, underfloor heating and original ornamental fireplaces in the bedrooms. With sleeping space for up to four people, the accommodation of this cottage has been sympathetically restored and is composed of a kitchen, dining room and cosy lounge. Note: Cottage is set on side of main driveway, which leads directly onto A493 - children should be supervised and there may be some traffic noise. Note: Private, fully-tested water supply.

Accomodation Details
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double (zip/link, can be twin by prior arrangement), 1 x double. Ground floor bathroom with shower, basin & WC. Kitchen. Dining room. Sitting room with woodburner.

Area
Renowned for its mild climate, sandy beaches, sailing and a championship 18-hole links golf course, the picturesque harbour village of Aberdovey is often referred to as "an artist's paradise". Packed with pastel coloured cottages, small shops, inns and excellent restaurants which specialise in local seafood, the settlement offers a cosy, relaxed atmosphere. Aberdovey boasts some of the finest beaches in Britain, including four miles of golden sand dunes running north to Tywyn - home of the world-famous Talyllyn Steam Railway. Popular with sunbathers, swimmers, surfers and fishermen, these beaches make a wonderful spot for a day trip, whilst the estuary attracts a wide range of water sports enthusiasts. The peaks of the Cader Idris and Aran Fawddwy ranges are also close by and offer a range of walks at different difficulty levels.

Region
Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.

Amenities
Underfloor heating in dining room, kitchen & bathroom, woodburner in sitting room, electric storage heaters in bedrooms. Electric oven, halogen hob, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, wine cooler, TV, Freeview, DVD, CD, iPod dock, mobile phone (O2 sim card, top up may be required), WiFi, DVDs/games/books, children's buckets & spades etc. Fuel, power & starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen & towels inc. in rent. Travel cot, highchair & 2 x stairgates available. Off road parking for 2 cars & permit for 1 car for selected local car parks. Patio with furniture. Sorry, no pets & no smoking. Shops, pubs & beach 1 mile. Note: Cottage is set on side of main driveway, which leads directly onto A493 - children should be supervised & there may be some traffic noise. Note: Private, fully-tested water supply.

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November 2019

I booked Braich-y-Celyn Lodge through Sykes Cottages for a week. The cottage is in a fabulous location with lovely views over the estuary. BUT. We had problems with the cottage. There was no hot water when we arrived which we would have expected as the immersion heater should have been on that morning. We discovered that it was set to come on for two hours in the morning and two hours in the afternoon but it was only set at 20 degrees. We were told that it was to provide hot water for the kitchen sink and the bathroom hand basin. We should us the shower to bathe.If you advertise a bath with shower over you expect to be able to use the bath, why advertise bath if you can not use it? The cooker oven did not work and there is no microwave oven. We tried to contact the owner but got no response so called the caretaker Alan. He came out to sort the problem out for us on the Saturday evening and was eventually able to get it to work, apparently this problem had happened before. There were signs of slugs or snails on the lounge carpet and on the stairs and the whole cottage needed a good hoovering. While we loved Aberdovey and hope to return in the future we will not return to this property. We wrote to Sykes Cottages when we came home about the problems we encountered.

A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

July 2019

The cottage is in a wonderful spot. All front windows look out over the vast Aberdovey estuary. We could not stop looking at the changing tides, bringing with them changes in colour and texture. The outside seating area is much better in reality than the promotional photo. It is completely off the main road and you could eat outside or sit and read in the shade of the trees. The cottage is cosy and well furnished...we wanted to stay longer. It’s location is excellent, close to Aberdovey and yet very quiet and peaceful. On arrival we did have to go and purchase toilet rolls, washing up liquid, dish cloth and paper towels. Cooking equipment, especially for baking / roasting is very limited, but if you plan not to self cater, it is fine. Take a cafeteria if you want coffee. For some reason power to all appliances was off when we arrived. It took us quite a while the work out how to unlock the oven and hot plate and various other items. Once sorted we had a great time and we would recommend staying here.

Miss Sanders

November 2018

It is a nice cosy cottage as described with a fantastic view that I wish I could have taken home with me!

Miss Haxby

October 2018

The cottage was just as described and the views over the estuary were amazing.. It was invited perfect place for us warm and comfortable the underfloor heating was nice. Overall it was a great stay.

Ms Bushell

Great location.. .. stunning views and secluded. Cosy and comfortable.

Mr Grant-taylor

September 2018

The lodge was superb throughout.. Stunning location and exceptionally quiet at night.

Mrs Utley

August 2018

Lovely stone cottage situated in a quiet spot overlooking the beautiful estuary.. The views are incredible and always changing depending on the tides and weather. It was very restful sitting on the patio in the sunshine watching the views and estuary birds. Good use has been made of the space and the facilities were good with little luxuries like the wine cooler and heated towel rail. The underfloor heating was very comfortable and we didnt need any additional heating during our stay. Thanks for the welcoming bottle of wine - we enjoyed it. Aberdovey is a nice little seaside village and is centrally situated for visits to neighbouring market towns and seaside resorts. Thank you for a very nice stay.

Mr Bickmore

April 2017

The lodge is a wonderfully homely and comfortable dwelling in a superb location with stunning views.. Our only complaint is that we didn't book for another week! The description of amenities within the Lodge was spot on and everything you could possibly require is catered for. The little touches give the Lodge that cosy and much loved feel. The surrounding villages are picturesque and we would definitely like to rebook this cottage by the sea. We cannot recommend it highly enough. Thank you fora wonderful stay.

Mr Sant

December 2016

Very clean and tidy , perfect location for going into Aberdovey, log burner is a .... Very clean and tidy , perfect location for going into Aberdovey, log burner is a joy , very small fridge so no big shop to load into it , very little clothes storage in bedrooms so most stays in the case , fantastic views

Mrs Burgess

July 2016

This is a characterful, little cottage. It was squeaky clean and well presented.

Miss Birnie

August 2015

Liked the cosy cottage, heated floor, log burner and the fantastic view of the estuary. A great place.

Mr Hodgson

April 2015

Everything about our stay was perfect. The Lodge, the views and the peaceful surroundings. We had a very relaxing and enjoyable holiday and shall definitely be recommending it to our friends and family. It was a welcome break where we could unwind and relax in a very cosy comfortable place. Thank you for our memorable stay.

Mr Baines

October 2014

Ideal retreat for a holiday

Guest

October 2013

My elderly mother and I had a very good week staying in this cottage with plenty of room for four if needed. My mother was a little anxious about the gap in the banister at the bottom of the stairs but she adjusted and after that we just enjoyed its cosiness and superior views. It is very well equipped and has lots of little touches that show the thoughtfulness of the owner. We would stay there again in a flash as apart from its own features it is a good centre to explore and enjoy the mid Wales area.

Excellent choice great views over the river dovey.. We found this a very cosy cottage, even though on the main A493 did not notice the traffic at all very quite at night. Well place cottage for driving Snowdonia & mid Wales. We stop here back in 2011 and we still talk about the Braich Y Celyn Lodge.

Mr White

August 2013

Lovely cottage, very comfortable and decorated to a high standard. Fantastic location, with beautiful views of the estuary.

Miss Stone

July 2013

Overall the cottage was excellent, very comfortable in a stunning location overlooking the Dyfi estuary. The fixture and fittings were good the equipment comprehensive, everything we needed was there and functioning.

Mr Mcleod

October 2012

The view from the cottage is absolutely stunning, the location is perfect for a quiet holiday - and on a cold windy night the log burner hits the spot.

Mr Benson

September 2012

Great views, cosy and warm. Good sized beds, plenty of towels and hot water. Clear instructions for use of the cottage.

Mrs Haridimou

The property was in the most beautiful position, with stunning views, a real retreat.

Mr Dalchau

July 2012

The views were spectacular. Idyllic position. Loved Aberdovey and the walking.

Dougie & Sally

October 2011

the house is well placed and easy to find, the layout was modern and well layed out with comfortable beds. For our first first holiday in Wales this was a good location to pick, we found plenty of places to go and eat, we dined out 6 out of 7 nights. We will defenently going back soon.

Mr Fowler

September 2011

Very quiet isolated location although it was near the main road. Traffic was very light and did not trouble us. Very good parking space for two cars. Made welcome by the owner with a bottle of wine. Views excellent from the cottage. Generally well equipped for most of our needs. We would love to stay there again.

Lovely cottage with great view. Spotless and pleasant decor. Ideal spot for touring the area and very nice beach locally.

Our week spent at Braich Y Celyn was most enjoyable in a very comfortable cottage situated in an ideal private location. The advantage of being able to park outside is quite considerable for aberdovey, and the close proximity to the main seafront area is really convenient particularly with the free car park pass provided. The cottage is warm and comfortable with all modern conveniences apart from a microwave which would be difficult to fit in. Everything was as promised on booking and we will look to stay there again.

Mrs Johnston

August 2011

Beautiful cottage in a spectacular location. Aberdovey is only a two minute drive and it's excellent for the beach and eating out.

Mrs Rowe

July 2011

It was a very good base for site seeing. Beaches very good. Views magnificent.

Mr Marshall

The weather, wildlife around the cottage, view of the estuary, beaches, the good food, how friendly people were, slower pace of life, how clean we found the towns and villages in Wales. We noticed the difference as soon as we re-entered England. Well done Wales!

Mr Hewson

June 2011

The accommodation, the area and the people were all very nice. An excellent cottage with great views across the Dovey estuary.

Mr Dunkley

April 2011

Everyone, including the owner, was particularly helpful. A very comfortable and characterful cottage in an ideal position.

Ms Unarkat

January 2011

Views were stunning and in a very good location close to Aberdovey. A particularly good base to explore Wales though not much open during our visit but this was expected.

Mrs Isherwood

October 2010

Loved the location, cottage cosy. Views amazing, walks in local area great, near to the village. Fabulous holiday all round. Didn't want to come home.

Mrs Barker

A very pretty cottage, with wonderful views from every window. Close to Aberdovey, which is a pretty little town with plenty of places to eat. Though it might be advisable to reserve a table on a busy Saturday evening. When we lit the woodburning stove in the lounge it was really cosy. The cottage is nicely decorated and we should really have counted how many decorative hearts we could find!

Mr Tarling

September 2010

A very good cottage in a lovely area.

Mrs Balson

August 2010

The cottage was very well appointed and was a good base to use for the various attractions in the area.

June 2010

lovely white cottage in a great location with amazing views. facilities are great and modern. lots of space for the little ones and also incl safety gates and cots. the kitchen was good but lacks pots and pans overall a great place to stay and will revisit in the future

Miss Evans

May 2010

This was a beautiful cottage in a lovely village with wonderful views.

Mr Warriner

Fantastic location, stunning views. Really nice property and lots to do in the surrounding areas! Would recommend this property again and again. Have a wonderful time!

Ms Sage

March 2010

Beautiful cottage, in a stunning location. The view is outstanding.

Mrs Jones

We loved the views across the estuary; it was amazing when the sun was shining on it when we got up. The log fire was great and we just liked the peace and quiet. A good base to travel around from with train and bus handy. A great place to wind down after all the sight seeing

Mr Gelsthorpe

January 2010

The location was intimate and a perfect place for getting around Wales. The landlord had thought of everything to ensure that our stay was as comfortable as possible, even down to the little touches such as leaving the card for the video shop. There was a huge welcome pack that gave us lots of information for the local area. The decor was superb and really made us feel at home by using quality products throughout. A fantastic property all round!

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Braich-Y-Celyn Lodge in Snowdonia, Gwynedd