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Llechwedd Mawr
Cottage in Talybont with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 6 861.1 sq ft
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Talybont
- Place, Devil's Bridge Falls
- Place, Aberystwyth University
- Place, Aberystwyth Beach
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Llechwedd Mawr
Secluded from the outside world, Llechwedd Mawr offers splendid isolation. It’s off the beaten track, but anything but rough and ready. This hideaway offers a unique three-bedroom stone cottage experience, blending historical charm with modern amenities.
Built in 1886 and once used by shepherds, it’s now a unique property with all home from home comforts. The cottage has been meticulously designed and boasts an open-plan living/dining area, a neat kitchen, slate floors, leather sofas, attractive bath/shower rooms, and a wood-burning stove. The properties modern kitchen boasts essential appliances for your culinary needs, and families with little ones will appreciate the availability of a travel cot and high chair.
A warm and inviting wood-burning stove graces the living space, ensuring cosy evenings with the flickering flames. Electricity, bed linen, and towels are also provided. Stay connected with the outside world through the included Wi-fi, and enjoy entertainment options such as Freesat TV, a DVD player, and a Radio/CD setup. This property is 'off-grid' and powered by solar, with a back up generator.
Step onto the enclosed patio, complete with a terrace and furniture, to savour the tranquillity of your surroundings. Bring your binoculars for sweeping mountain views and birdwatching, or explore the spectacular mountain road leading to Ponterwyd. For those who relish al-fresco dining, a barbecue awaits, promising delightful evenings under the starlit sky.
Nestled within the Dyfi Biosphere, the only registered UNESCO area in Wales, Llechwedd Mawr offers a remote adventure in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains. The nearest shops, pubs, and restaurants are eight miles away, ensuring you're immersed in nature without being entirely unplugged. Please be aware that in extreme weather conditions the road leading to this property can become inaccessible. A ford crossing is required, and it would be advised to arrive before dark. You are welcome to arrive in the nearby village from 14:30pm onwards, where the owner is happy to provide a meet and greet service.
Escape to this rare hideaway in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains and embark on an adventure like no other. Book now with Finest Retreats.
Built in 1886 and once used by shepherds, it’s now a unique property with all home from home comforts. The cottage has been meticulously designed and boasts an open-plan living/dining area, a neat kitchen, slate floors, leather sofas, attractive bath/shower rooms, and a wood-burning stove. The properties modern kitchen boasts essential appliances for your culinary needs, and families with little ones will appreciate the availability of a travel cot and high chair.
A warm and inviting wood-burning stove graces the living space, ensuring cosy evenings with the flickering flames. Electricity, bed linen, and towels are also provided. Stay connected with the outside world through the included Wi-fi, and enjoy entertainment options such as Freesat TV, a DVD player, and a Radio/CD setup. This property is 'off-grid' and powered by solar, with a back up generator.
Step onto the enclosed patio, complete with a terrace and furniture, to savour the tranquillity of your surroundings. Bring your binoculars for sweeping mountain views and birdwatching, or explore the spectacular mountain road leading to Ponterwyd. For those who relish al-fresco dining, a barbecue awaits, promising delightful evenings under the starlit sky.
Nestled within the Dyfi Biosphere, the only registered UNESCO area in Wales, Llechwedd Mawr offers a remote adventure in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains. The nearest shops, pubs, and restaurants are eight miles away, ensuring you're immersed in nature without being entirely unplugged. Please be aware that in extreme weather conditions the road leading to this property can become inaccessible. A ford crossing is required, and it would be advised to arrive before dark. You are welcome to arrive in the nearby village from 14:30pm onwards, where the owner is happy to provide a meet and greet service.
Escape to this rare hideaway in the heart of the Cambrian Mountains and embark on an adventure like no other. Book now with Finest Retreats.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 2:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Talybont
Located in Talybont, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Devil's Bridge Falls and Aberystwyth Castle are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ynys Hir Wildlife Reserve and Cors Dyfi. Silver Mountain Experience and Camera Obscura are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like wildlife walks.

Talybont
Getting around
Restaurants
- Bwlch Nant yr Arian - 47 min drive
- Red Kite Cafe - 47 min drive
- Bwlch Nant y Arian Visitor Centre Café - 47 min drive
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