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Reviews of Merlin Cottages 4 stars

Penywaun, Llandovery, SA20 0AX, United Kingdom

#14 of 20 hotels in Llandovery

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Review score

Based on 39 hotel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.5

  • Comfort

    9.0

  • Location

    8.9

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.8

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  • Reviewed: 8 June 2023

    8.0
    The premises was comfortable and well-equipped
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Distance from main road along single track road (our own fault for not checking before hand). Could do with hand rails to assist in getting in and out of the bath/shower. No Wi-fi.

    Spacious with lovely views

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2023

    8.0
    Perfect place to chill out
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Wi fi

    Did our own breakfast but had to buy a frying pan which was disappointing

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2023

    10
    Fantastic
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    N/A

    A wonderful location and clean and tidy accommodation which is very well presented. Highly recommended!

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Peice and quite lived every minute will return excellent break views are stunning

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 March 2023

    9.0
    Very peaceful break in superb countryside
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    superb position; comfortable well equipped cottage. Spring tranquility.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 8 February 2023

    8.0
    a good place to centre your stay in South wales
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    there were lots of flies and I mean lots of them 30 plus in the main bedroom every day more. the frying pan was very dangerous as it the handle just allows the pan to spin freely leading to hot food falling on the floor and being ruined.

    location was great loved the views.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2022

    8.0
    Beautiful place
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing host was very helpful Cottage was great.

    Beautiful views of wales lovely secluded spot.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    If I had to be a bit picky. Besides being peacefully remote, the most local shop is about 10 minutes drive.

    Everything was brilliant. Really enjoyed ourselves as a family. Stargazing, sceneries, peaceful and relaxing.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 July 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had no complaints

    Stunning countryside location more like the South of France then Britain Very comfortable bed and the room was cool even if it was very hot. We was working nights and the host allowed us to check in early and out late which was very helpful.

    Stayed in July 2022

  • Reviewed: 5 June 2022

    10
    good stay but please invest to provide access to internet
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    no internet

    amazing location

    Stayed in June 2022

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2022

    8.0
    Nice authentic farm, but...
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The beds were rather unwelcoming and there was absolutely no Wifi anywhere, which made planning our outings rather difficult. Also, unfortunately, there was quite a lot of debris (mostly metal) lying around in the yard outside our deck, which must be especially annoying for the adjacent cottage "Merlin Barn" since its terrace goes out onto the yard (and manure). When we had trouble with the heating, there was no one available to help us, because the owner lives two hours away, so we had to put up with cold bedrooms.

    This authentic farmstead is located between hills and sheep pastures away from the fray. Our cottage "High Barn" boasted three full bathrooms and a washing machine, which was very convenient since we did go for long hikes every day. The kitchen was full-sized, albeit with a rather small fridge, and fully equipped (although some of the items, especially the large pot and pan very worn). The living/dining room was comfortable but there is no DVD and no way to access streaming services on the TV. If you like listening to the radio, it is best to bring your own. During the warmer months it might be nice to use the outside deck in the back of the building, which has a nice view over the hills, and for children the Games Room is definitely a plus with its convertible table tennis/pool table.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Quiet, hidden, green, peaceful,

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2022

    9.0
    Very good cottage with all amenities
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The noise of the floor when walking upstairs.

    The owners were very responsive and helpful. The games room was handy as it rained for 2 days. It kept kids entertained. Good location for people to do bike riding / hiking. Good Kitchen.

    Stayed in April 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 October 2021

    10
    Great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 13 nights

    Was all fine

    THe location was wonderful. Totally surrounded by rolling hills and forest. walks from door were exceptional. local town of LLandovery very nice and for those who like Rugby the the local team plays Saturday afternoons and great atmosphere! Would defo stay again. landlord couldnt be more helpful.

    Stayed in October 2021

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great views, friendly staff/owners. Clean, tidy and well kept. Perfect!

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2021

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Wifi and mobile phone signal were not good

    Lovely peaceful location with good views

    Stayed in July 2021

  • Reviewed: 21 June 2021

    10
    Beautiful, peaceful retreat tucked away in the country
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Liked it all

    The space, the games room, the views. Beautiful setting on a working farm but not bothered by anyone. Chickens, cows and dog roaming around, would be great for kids. Easy to find on sat nav and very spacious. Would highly recommend. The games room was a great hit to keep occupied.

    Stayed in June 2021

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2021

    2.0
    Utterly disappointing and terrible value for money. This is the worst decision I made in 36 years.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The property is extremely old and worn out. The carpet at the entrance was disgustingly dirty and old. Spiders and spider nets all over the place. Kitchen appliances and dishes had to be cleaned by ourselves upon arrival. Having paid lots of money for the stay I have never imagined that I would start my holiday with cleaning dirty stuff in this accommodation.

    Location. Beds were relatively comfy. That's it for positives.

    Stayed in September 2021

  • Reviewed: 21 January 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 November 2023

    10
    Great location, great scenery, great accommodations, great host, great pretty much everything…
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Four-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 21 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 December 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 November 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in October 2022

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