Happy union

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Happy union

Owner from Llandrindod Wells, United Kingdom

About

We have owned and run this business since 1995,which comprise of the village pub,shop + post office together with our holiday cottages.We also farm 170 acres with sheep.All of this was first purchased by my Grandfather in 1937 and has been run by the family ever since.

2 properties


42 reviews

Couple from Nuneaton, United Kingdom

Andrew

Couple from Nuneaton, United Kingdom · January 2024
What a fantastic time we had at the Stables Karen n John were always close at hand to help us as they also ran the village pub and post office. Although we had temperatures below freezing the accommodation was lovely and warm. It has everything you can think of that you will need. The valley is so picturesque, watching the Red Kites soaring around and it’s so peaceful. We will definitely visit again

Family from Warwickshire , United Kingdom

Helen

Family from Warwickshire , United Kingdom · August 2022
As usual everything was perfect with the Stables. John and Karen are fantastic hosts. I cannot rate the Stables or the area highly enough!

Family from Didcot, United Kingdom

Rodney Mark

Family from Didcot, United Kingdom · July 2022
Accommodation was very well maintained and everything worked perfectly. Lots of great walks direct from the doorstep to keep our spaniel more than happy. Within 30 mins you can visit many fantastic valleys and forest walks including the always popular Elan Valley and the equally impressive Hafren forest leading up to the source of the Severn. Abbeycwmhir is a very quiet place but everybody we did meet could not have been friendlier. All in all this was the perfect choice for our family of 4 plus spaniel to get away from it all and spend quality time roaming across the spectacular Mid Wales countryside.

Family from Mathry, United Kingdom

Rosie

Family from Mathry, United Kingdom · June 2021
Our stay here was perfect in every way. The owners were friendly and helpful. The cottage had everything we needed, including a good wifi connection, which was really useful as we had no phone signal, so used the internet to book online for tables for dinner etc. The trip was worth it just for the homemade Bara Brith awaiting us on our arrival - delicious! Abbeycwmhir is peaceful, and beautiful and we had many wildlife encounters in the valley, including Hare & Deer. Lots of Red Kite and it was lovely to hear Owls in the evening. The surrounding area is stunning and we particularly enjoyed walking on Glyndwr's Way, Gilfach Nature Reserve, Elan Valley, and the Clywedog Resevoir. We spent several evenings having dinner at The Crown Inn, in Rhayader, which we thoroughly enjoyed. We would definitely holiday here again. Thank you so much for our wonderful stay with you!

Family from Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Emma

Family from Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom · October 2019
Fabulous property in the middle of a beautiful village. The house was spotlessly clean and things like fresh milk, butter and a fruit loaf really made it a home from home experience. John and Karen were great, communication was really good - we will be back again. Had a fantastic few days walking in the local area.
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Reply from Happy union

Thank you so much fo your positive review. We always appreciate guests taking the time to write a review for our properties. We would welcome you back again anytime. Many thanks, John & Karen

Friends from Cardiff, United Kingdom

Angela

Friends from Cardiff, United Kingdom · November 2018
It was my second stay at Tailor's Cottage and it didn't disappoint. A charming rustic cottage in a beautiful rural setting made all the better with a bit of sunshine.

Couple from Shefford, United Kingdom

David

Couple from Shefford, United Kingdom · September 2017
This is an excellent property in a superb location quite location, but not far from any where. There is a large enclosed garden which was great for our pet greyhound. The owners John and His wife Karin are very nice, kind and helpful people. We have stayed in many property's both in the UK and Europe and this one is up with the best.

Couple from Caldicot, United Kingdom

Helen

Couple from Caldicot, United Kingdom · May 2017
The property is in a beautiful, rural area steeped in history and natural beauty. There are several local walks you can do from the village including the forestry. The property itself we found to be clean and spacious. The towels were great as they were not the size of the usual postage stamp, very well thought out Karen! The wifi worked a treat and we didn't find the kitchen to be lacking in anything needed. The appliances were easy to use, i.e. Dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Kitchen is very well equipped. The only downside for me was I found the bed uncomfortable but as everyone knows you cannot please everyone in the bed department, it is an individual preference. The beds have springs in the mattresses and unfortunately I felt every one of them. I have to say it would not deter me from booking the property again, I would just bring my own mattress topper from home.........problem solved! The supermarket (Tesco) is in Llandrindod Wells but there is a local shop within the texaco station at cross gate which is handy if you need something on the hurry up. The Elan Valley is within 30 minutes drive and is exceptional. It has something for everyone there. The views are incredible. All in all we had a very relaxing holiday with our dogs, we found Karen and John to be the perfect hosts, there when necessary. Thank you both so much for allowing us to visit your lovely cottage and for the delicious bara brith. ps. The spaniel had to be admitted to vet to have stitches, she is presently sulking as she is grounded : ) Diolch yn fawr iawn
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Reply from Happy union

Hi Helen, We hope your Spaniel recovers soon. Thank you for leaving your review. We are sorry that you found the beds uncomfortable and can only apologies. The funny thing is we had ordered six mattresses for the cottage the week before you arrived and were delivered the day after you left (rather annoyingly for you). We welcome guests comments to improve the stay for future bookings. Thank you again, John & Karen

Family from Heywood, United Kingdom

Karen

Family from Heywood, United Kingdom · April 2017
Was a lovely stay in a beautiful area, the surroundings and scenery are beautiful, the cottage is lovely and clean and has everything you need for a self catering holiday. John and Karen were very helpful and communication prior to booking was spot on. Recommended for peace and tranquillity in a very remote area.

Friends from Gladysdale, Australia

Robert

Friends from Gladysdale, Australia · September 2016
If you want a break away from a hectic lifestyle, this is the place to stay. We found Stables Cottage barn conversion to be very well equipped, spacious, spotlessly clean and comfortable, a real home away from home. Abbeycwmhir is a quiet village and is described as a “remote historic village hidden away in the Cambrian mountains, virtually undiscovered by the modern world”. Pretty well sums it up. The satellite Wifi seems to be a bit weather dependent, but we found it more reliable than we experienced in Dublin. The ruins of the 13th century Abbeycwmhir Abbey, the 19th century neo-Byzantine St. Mary’s Church and the spectacular Abbeycwmhir Hall are all easy walking distance from the Stables. This is the first time we’ve stayed in a self-catering cottage as we invariably book BnB’s and hotels when holidaying. After our stay here, this practice may well change. A word of caution for overseas visitors, roads into Abbeycwmhir are narrow, so keep well to the left and be prepared to stop to allow cars to squeeze by. I’m a cautious driver and managed to cope with the challenge. If I can, anyone can.