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Reviews of COSY COTTAGE WITH REAL FIRE AND FABULOUS VIEWS IN CARMARTHENSHIRE, WALE

COSY COTTAGE WITH REAL FIRE AND FABULOUS VIEWS IN CARMARTHENSHIRE, WALE
KIDWELLY, WLS

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

6/10 Okay

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
disapointed
the cottage itself was very nice but for a partially disabled person I found it cold and uncomfortable. the sofa was far to low and the chairs extremely hard even using a cushion.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2023
The comments that you have left are very disappointing. I try very hard to make sure that my guests have an really enjoyable experience. Your daughter thanked me when she left for staying "in our beautiful cottage". I had asked you beforehand if you were happy to go ahead and book, as I was concerned that the property would not be suitable for you, due to you being 83, but you did not let me know that you had health issues. I had to put the central heating on for you, in a middle of a heatwave, so any other guest would have found the temperature fine, if anything too hot. Next time you book accommodation, you should look carefully with your requirements. Kind regards Heather

8/10 Good

Dave E.

Liked: Cleanliness
An enjoyable stay. Busy road but quiet at night
Nice house but as it was September it was getting a bit cold and damp. Time for the heating to be turned on. The television woke us up one night, it turned itself on. Maybe it is worth having a look at it.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Carmarthen 10 mins away
Very nice with a friendly host LOADS of hot water just 10 mins from Carmarthen or onto the A48 & M4 for Swansea & Cardiff
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2022
Glad that you found the location convenient for getting to Carmarthen and the M4.

8/10 Good

Alison N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage
Comfy stay in this cosy cottage with all the facilities we needed for us 3 adults and dog. Great beaches, castles and countryside for lovely dog walks.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun 2022
Really pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and enjoyed beautiful Carmarthenshire.

8/10 Good

jennifer b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Welsh bungalow
very nice bungalow but situated next to a busy (during the day) road and a lane - lovely views, cosy beds, ok walks up steep hills. Close enough to the National Botanical Garden of Wales which is huge and beautiful (we got a weekly ticket and went 3 times). TV worked well and the sofa was comfy to relax after hard days walking - bath was wonderful too.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2021
I am really glad that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage.

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and warm
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2021
Thank you for your kind review. Really pleased that you liked your stay.

8/10 Good

Trevor B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very good
Well presented cottage ideal base for touring around wales
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal location for beautiful views
A lovely quaint quirky cottage. Very tastefully converted retaining the character of its origin. Heather is very special and will go out of her way to assist. Very happy with everything. Thank you🤗🤗
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

steven a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely honest cottage
Great location for us to visit family. Everything you could need and no WiFi is part of the charm. Slept really well which is a bonus
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness
short 5 night break in carmthenshire
myself and three friends arranged a last minute golf break in the area... We found the cottage to be exactly as advertised.. clean and quaint.. sleeping arrangements were not ideal for our group but we knew this before we went..1 double room ,1 single and a sofa bed , but the facilities advertised could not be faulted, decent size rooms for such a small property comfy beds , good shower with constant hot water, and a small but fully equiped kitchen ..lovely views from rear of property which is set in a small and quite remote village. Due to covid restrictions we did not have much contact with the owner Heather, but she was most helpful and pleasant to deal with... All in all this cottage was fantastic value for money and we had a great time ... thank you Heather
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Karen B., Weston-super-Mare

Liked: Cleanliness
Gwendraeth View Cottage
Really liked the cottage and the lovely garden. The cottage was well equipped, warm and homely. Our only criticism (we are in our 60s!) Was the settee was low down & my husband found it difficult to get comfy as he has MS. Aside from that it was lovely and I was reluctant to leave.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2021
I am really glad that you found the cottage warm and homely and enjoyed your stay.

8/10 Good

Shira T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gwendraeth View
Stayed for 6 nights with my husband, daughter and grandson. The cottage was very well situated for visits to local attractions and in a very quiet, pretty location. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2020
Thank you for your kind comments, I am pleased that you had such lovely weather and enjoyed the location.

10/10 Excellent

Sara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cosy hideaway
Stayed here with a friend and our dogs for a long weekend in the countryside. It was a great base for exploring the local area and Heather the owner left us some fab tips for places to take the dogs. The cottage was really clean when we arrived and a checklist of Covid cleaning requirements had been left so we were happy in the knowledge everything was well sanitised and safe for our store. A lovely holiday was had by all and we would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable and cosy cottage
Lovely, cosy cottage with real fire. Very warm and comfortable. Everything we needed for our three night stay. Welcome Welsh cakes and fresh milk when we arrived. Would highly recommend this cottage and would happily stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
So pleased that you enjoyed a Twixmas stay. Glad that you found the cottage comfortable and warm. Happy New Year Blwyddyn Newydd Dda

10/10 Excellent

Laurence C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing stay
Ideal peaceful getaway. Exactly what we wanted Recommended 👍
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
So glad that you found what you were looking for. Happy New Year Blwyddyn Newydd Dda

10/10 Excellent

Miles P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage.
Fantastic stay in a lovely cottage. Amazing views across the valley and lots to do in the area. Warm and comfortable cottage with everything we needed. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Glad to hear that you found the cottage warm and cosy and enjoyed the amazing views.

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay again
It was asI expected Just perfect for us. Thank you Heather
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am delighted that you enjoyed the cottage. Thank you for your kind comments.

10/10 Excellent

caroline f., leominster. united kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness
3 humans and a dog
It was great...a really good location. The cottage was ideal for our needs and well equipped and comfortable.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Glad you liked the location and found everything that you needed.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get-a-away
This is a great cottage to get away from the busy towns. Great views lovely walks (with or without dogs) I would come and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments. I am really pleased that you found the cottage a great place to unwind and escape from the hustle and bustle of busy towns.

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mum and Daughter Break
Lovely week, everything we needed. Great position, amazing scenery, lots of places to go. We were lucky to have good weather, only 1 rainy day. Great to have a DVD player, binge watched The Hunger Games in comfort. 👍The only downside would be that if you take a dog , the garden is across a small road and they always need to be on a lead for safety. If you go dog less, it’s perfect, would definitely recommend. Owners were lovely and just across the road for any problems, if needed . Carmarthen for big supermarkets, only about 6miles away. Great holiday 😁
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
So happy that you had enjoyed your Mum and Daughter holiday. It was a pleasure to meet you.

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra H.

Gwendreath View
Lovely cottage, very homely, Lovely part of Wales
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
So glad that you enjoyed your stay at Gwendraeth View cottage and liked the location.

10/10 Excellent

John K., Brookwater

200yr old Welsh cottage near perfect for our 2 night stay
Cottage was clean and tastefully presented with everything we needed to sleep and eat. We washed our clothes after 2 weeks on the go. Central heating was also really nice! Only downside was that internet access as advertised was not available. But we got by using my phone as a hotspot. The welcome pack of firewood, milk and welsh cakes was really thoughtful. Never needed to disturb Heather for anything, so thankyou.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am glad that you found the cottage clean and comfortable and that you enjoyed the welsh cakes. Regarding the wifi, it is not on my listing. Many guests enjoy the escape from it all experience, but most can use their phones to access internet. Regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

comfy cosy place to stay
We had an amazing time spent in Wales ,what made it even more special was the cottage in which we stayed , it was warm and welcoming and had a lovely charm about it , very great full for the welsh cakes that had been left by heather the owner, we will definitely be returning , loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
So glad to hear that you loved Wales and the cottage. We do hope that you return and I will leave the Welsh cakes out for you. Kind regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Nicola G.

Fantastic!
Cottage is well equipped , clean and comfortable with great resources for entertainment. In the country side but with easy access to supermarket town centre and beach (30 minutes)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Glad that you found everything that you needed. Regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

A very homely cottage with everything needed for a relaxing stay
I love the quaint nature of the cottage and its location. Heather was most helpful and a considerate and kind host.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments and I hope that you visit again.

10/10 Excellent

Terrie K.

Loved it.
Lovely little cottage and had a lovely welcome gift of Welsh cakes which were so tasty. Such a cosy cottage and would defo be returning in the future! Visited places such as Barry island before coming to Kidwelly and visited Rhosilli bay which i highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Delighted to hear that you loved the cottage and the Welsh cakes. I am really pleased that you liked visiting the Gower and Kidwelly which are convenient to travel to from Gwendraeth View. I do hope that you come back again. Heather

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
When we arrived the heating was on and there was plenty of wood for the fire. We soon felt warm and comfortable. There was a lovely welcome note, some milk and Welshcakes. We reallg enjoyed our one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gareth H.

Lovely traditional Welsh cottage
A really cosy property in a great location, with a very helpful owner. I fully intend to visit again, as it is suitable for any time of year.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments. You are very welcome to come and stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

brilliant
great cottage nice surroundings everything you need only 20 minutes away. cottage warm and cosy. clean and comfy beds . great holiday would.come.nack again .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Delighted that you really enjoyed yourselves. Hope that you come back again in the future. Heather

10/10 Excellent

Jackie S.

Beautiful cottage
We only stayed for four nights in this beautiful cottage, it was very well equipped, has everything you need. We met Heather the owner, who made us very welcome, and the tray with tea,coffee,sugar,milk and welsh cakes when we arrived was most welcome.will try to come back soon
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I hope that you come and visit us again and glad that you enjoyed the tea and welsh cakes on arrival. Kind regards Heather

8/10 Good

Shirley L.

Much appreciated
Lovely cottage - beatifully clean and well appointed. Delightful area with stunning views inland and within easy reach of coast as well. We were blessed with glorious weather which always adds an extra dimension.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am so pleased that you enjoyed your holiday and also had such fine weather, which as you say, makes the countryside even more beautiful. Kind regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Lynda R.

Quaint little cottage which was kept clean and comfortable by the friendly, helpful owner
We had good weather and visited many places. We chose the cottage for location as I needed to be only a short journey to Carmarthen hospital to access holiday haemodialysis.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I'm very glad that you found the cottage convenient for the hospital regarding your treatment and that you had such fine weather. Kind regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

VANESSA B., NEWPORT

Lovely cottage in peaceful surroundings.
We had a great time, the weather was very kind to us too. The cottage is cosy and comfortable and is in great location not far from Carmarthen. Heather is a lovely thoughtful host too. X
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am really pleased that you liked the cottage and that your teenage daughter and her friend enjoyed themselves. Diolch yn fawr Heather

8/10 Good

Lynette C.

Exactly as stated
A good sized property with a quaint little balcony that was great when we got back with the dog - despite some rain and even snow was able to enjoy the area and was comfortably warm when we returned each day from a day out
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am glad that you all enjoyed the holiday, despite the bad weather that we have all experienced this Winter. Hopefully, you will see lots of sunshine if you come back to West Wales.

8/10 Good

Lisa B.

Cosy cottage
Cosy cottage ideal for family and dog. Lots of great activities within an hour’s drive. We loved horse riding and the beach!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I'm pleased that you enjoyed your holiday at the cottage and that the children liked the nearby activities. Kind regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Shaun R.

Delightful
Loved it! Definitely going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I'm so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Gwendraeth View cottage and that you hope to return. You will all be very welcome and I do hope that we see you again. Kind regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Ian C.

Quiet, cozy and easy to get to.
Booked for a "get away from it all new year break" and wasn't disappointed in the least. Fully equipped cottage with ample off street parking, within easy reach of shops. Very clean and tidy albeit a bit chilly, but it was January 1st and it is a stone built cottage !, once the fire is on and your inside you can forget the world around you and relax. Low doorways and lower light fittings are a bit of an issue if you're over 5'8" (I have the bruises to prove it!) but its a 100 odd year old place so it's expected !! Lovely walks for the dog within a stone's through from the door and an enclosed patio area which is safe for pooch to be left out in. All round highly recommended and a fantastic little place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Delighted to hear that you enjoyed your New Year break. You stayed during a very cold spell that had swept across the country, with some awful weather, but I am sure that you thoroughly enjoyed chilling by the log fire. There are some low doorways and unfortunately this cannot be altered, but it all adds to the character of the building. Glad that you found some good walks for the dog. Kind regards Heather

8/10 Good

Kenneth H.

Beautiful cottage, full of home comfort
Easy to find, away from it all and we had a very relaxing time. The cottage was warm in the living area, not too hot in the bedrooms, so comfortable to sleep. The lights were the only problem, the kitchen light was energy saving, and missing a bulb, so we could hardly see when cooking, but it added to the fun of it all. Wonderful power shower to wake you in the morning. We were welcomed with milk, tea, coffee, sugar and Welsh cakes, lovely touch, and the host was on hand if we needed her. Many thanks for a lovely stay. It was recommended to us by our daughter who stayed in September, and we have since recommended it to several friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments and very pleased that you had a relaxing holiday and found the cottage to be warm and comfortable. I apologise for the light bulb mix up and have now addressed that issue. I will be delighted to welcome your friends to the cottage. Kind regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

Clean, Warm, Cozy
Really clean and tidy cottage. Owner was more than helpful. Hot Shower and decent utilities. We were biking all day and was good to have a cozy, comfy warm cottage to stay in. Nice Location and would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Very pleased that you enjoyed your mountain biking weekend to the cottage and found it warm and cosy to come back to. We do hope that you come and visit the area again. Kind regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Craig C.

Lovely cottage. Everything that you need when away from home. Full of character. Hot water. Cosy.
My Wife, toddler and I have just had a wonderful stay. The property has everything that one needs when away from home and space is more than enough. It has lots of character from the gorgeous fire place, decor and the views are truly wonderful. We took a trip on a local steam train and I recommend the expierience whether you have children or not. The beds are comfortable and there is a great selection of dvds and games. We will be booking again and the only thing we regret is that our stay was not longer!! :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments and we are really pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage. Glad that you liked the Gwili steam railway. Its a great experience. You are very welcome to stay again and will look forward to welcoming your family back. Kind regards Heather

8/10 Good

Lisa R., Skelmersdale

Lovely cottage and owner
On the whole a great stay. Cottage was lovely although we had no heating at first but a call to the owner remedied that. There was no gate on the garden which wasn't great for our dog but the welcome letter detailed local walks which was very useful. Kitchen had all we needed although the knives could do with sharpening. Shower was lovely hot and powerful. Beds were comfy....all in all....a great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you Lisa for your kind comments. It was a pleasure to meet you and your lovely dog and I am extremely grateful that you left the cottage so clean and tidy. I will be changing the knife set and looking to put a gate on the garden. Glad you liked the comfy beds and walks. Kind regards Heather

8/10 Good

David R.

Quaint old world cottage with lots of space
We spent a lovely 6 days in this lovely cottage. There was a well equipped separate kitchen and a cosy dining lounge room. The bed was also very comfortable. It kept us dry and cosy on the rainy days and had a beautiful outlook over the valley on the sunny days. A lovely part of Wales.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Delighted to hear that you loved the outlook of the Gwendraeth Valley and the views of Carmarthenshire. Thank you for your kind comments about the cottage and I am pleased that you found the bed very comfortable. Kind regards Heather

8/10 Good

KAREN O.

Loved the cottage didnt like the beds really uncomfy and a squeak when we moved
Loved the cottage and location nice and clean didnt like the beds not comfy at all and the double bed had a terrible sqeak every time you moved
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am really pleased that you loved the cottage. There is now a new double bed with a luxury mattress in the double bedroom. Sorry that you found the old bed uncomfortable, but it has gone now. I do hope that you come back and try out our new double bed. Kind regards Heather

8/10 Good

Michael v.

Lovely cottage and friendly owner
Nice cottage with every thing you need. Many things too see in the surrounding. We had a nice holiday
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am really glad that you enjoyed your holiday at Gwendraeth View and found lots of things to see in this beautiful part of Wales.

8/10 Good

sheila m.

Lovely cottage .
Lovely cottage ,clean and comfy .A lot of passing traffic noise .and have to cross small road to get to garden at the back of the property .carmarthen not far .views are great from the back of the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Pleased to learn that you found the cottage clean and comfy and that you enjoyed the views from the back.

10/10 Excellent

Paul F., Llangadog, Wales

Lovely country cottage
Ideal for the stay for my niece's wedding. Ideal location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am delighted that you found the cottage convenient for the wedding and enjoyed the location. Kind regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

Idealic setting and delightful hosts
An excellent stay in a delightful setting. Close to many wonderful attractions. The cottage was warm and well appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay in this wonderful part of Wales and found the location convenient for visiting the many attractions. It was a pleasure to meet you both.

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G., BRIDGEND

Cosy and quaint
Gorgeous cottage everything you could possibly need, feels like a home away from home. Perfectly placed for exploring Carmarthenshire, Heather has left very informative folders with plenty of leaflets and places of interest which we made use of and then spent evenings sitting in front of the fire with a glass of wine. We were very fortunate to have lovely weather so we're able to sit out in the garden and admire the beautiful views. I'd definitely recommend this cottage it was a perfect little getaway and look forward to a return visit, Thank you Heather
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
Thank you for your kind comments and am delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cottage. I am really pleased that you had such fine weather and were able to appreciate the fabulous views. I will look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Kind regards Heather

6/10 Okay

Sandra S.

the overall property was nice but quite cold. could have done with a few well placed rugs. water hot
We enjoyed our time and the location was very good. Could do with a bit of updating. The furniture especially the sofa bed. Bed in double room very squeaky and uncomfortable. Water lovely and hot. Kitchen smaller than expected as we cooked a few days not very well equipped. Very clean rooms when we arrived and a lovely welcome letter from Heather.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am glad that you enjoyed your stay in the cottage and that you found the rooms lovely and clean. Regarding some of the points that you have raised, the cottage is over 200 years old and it is a small kitchen that cannot be altered, but does have everything that you need for a holiday break. When you stayed, it was a very cold few days with the first snow of the year having fallen and there was plenty of firewood left for visitors, but the fire was not used by yourselves. Regards Heather

10/10 Excellent

Alicia P.

Wonderful
Such a lovely cottage, would definitely go again. Not too far out from some amazing tourist attractions and walks. The log fire is great and the cottage itself has a lot of character. Not noisy or crazy, peaceful and blissful!!!
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
I am very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the cottage and hope that you visit us again. Kind regards Heather