Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 38 reviews.
Oliver
United Kingdom · Group of friends · October 2026
“A beautiful, peaceful retreat in a stunning location, with a lovely house and fantastic hosts , we’d happily return!”
+Beautiful location, looking out over the wetlands and hills every morning was so relaxing. I stayed here with four friends, and we were all very comfortable. The house itself is beautifully done, with everything you need for a great stay. I only wish we’d had more time to make use of the projector and wood-burning fire , perhaps next time! Adam and Charley were very helpful with any questions I had and provided us with recommendations for local restaurants and things to do. We were also able to check in early, giving us even more time to take in the beauty of the place. I would stay here again in a heartbeat. Thanks for having us!
−Nothing, everything was perfect.
Charlie
United Kingdom · Family · September 2026
+Great location, amazing view and very comfortable - everything worked & the hosts were v helpful in the lead up.
−The road is very very busy and the narrow pavement was hairy with a 2 yr old.
Rhiannon
United Kingdom · Family · August 2026
“Overall, we enjoyed our stay and the accommodation is lovely. It’s just getting to that age, where a little more TLC is”
+Situated in a beautiful location, Penestaer is a good sized property with a lovely outside area for admiring the view. The projector and large screen was a brilliant hit with the teenagers!, and we are grateful to the hosts for providing a Google chrome stick to accommodate this entertainment. Overall, the house is well cared for and the amenities/facilities are of a high standard. There are instructions for everything (which is great 😊) and the fact that there are productive air conditioning units on both the ground floor and the 1st (bedrooms) floor, is marvelous - very much needed and appreciated during a heatwave! 👏🏻
−There were 3 main things that stood out for us. However, all are very fixable! 1..The kitchen - cleanliness could be improved (the cupboards need a good empty and clean throughout, and I found myself washing everything, before I used it). more pots/pans to use on an induction hob would be good as well - there were only 3 available, and I needed 4! I was also unable to use the dishwasher, as there’s seemed to be a water drainage problem with the machine. 2.. it was very handy having a washing machine on-site, and I’m grateful for the facility, however, the machine could do with a good clean through - especially the powder drawer that was extremely dirty inside. 3.. all the bedrooms were really lovely, but the master bedroom is in desperate need of a new mattress. A topper has been put on it to help (which it does, a bit!) but the mattress has completely lost its life and let’s the main bedroom down a lot.
sally
United Kingdom · Family · July 2026
“We had a lovely stay at Dyfi cottage, the cottage was very clean and cosy and had everything available, very thought out”
Paul
United Kingdom · Couple · June 2026
“An extemely comfortable, well equipped (air conditioned!) house with beautiful views a short drive from the bustling sma”
+Very comfortable for us two + dog, well equipped, no expense spared, we especially appreciated the effective air conditioning during a heatwave! Handy parking spot, short drive to Machynlleth. Wonderful views across estuary. A lovely safe walk (with dog) of about a mile alongside railway line, eventually crossing to Dovey Station for rail trips to further places. Longer walk available up hill behind cottage.
−Limited outside space (shale covered), quite close to road. Cottage not easily accessed from a narrow pavement up a few shale-covered steps - not recommended for those unsteady on their feet, and keeping control of a lively dog might also be an issue. The road is not always busy, but some lorries do thunder past.
Jill
United Kingdom · Couple · June 2026
“Very nice property. Great views across road. Rather dangerous access”
+Nicely equipped , well thought out. Spacious. Very good shower
−Only the access on very busy road. Pavement very narrow and need to turn and access steps while traffic approached fast around an almost blind bend. We had a lot to carry in and out and negotiated this approach often. Very nerve wracking.
Nicola
United Kingdom · Group of friends · April 2026
+The property was lovely.
−Very cold. The heater in the kitchen, took around 2 hours to impact the room. The tv didnt work. The projector did, but struggled to connect. Bathroom was very cold,
NRH
United Kingdom · Couple · April 2026
+Beautiful house, beautiful clean bathroom, super comfy beds and loved the projector! Well located for local restaurants and to travel around to some of the towns and/or beaches.
−There wasn't any firewood for the fire, and only four coffee pods for two people for a three day stay. Otherwise, perfect!
Ekta
United Kingdom · Family · February 2026
“One of the best stays we have had!”
+The property was extremely well though and designed for a relaxed stay. The living room cinema was just awesome! Loved it. The location was just super relaxing.
Lily
United Kingdom · Group of friends · January 2026
“Amazing stay don’t want to leave”
+Beautiful cottage with beautiful views, so cosy, comfortable with so many amenities. big comfy sofa with cinema projector, a beautiful woodland walk just behind cottage, lots of games already there. In the kitchen you have a cupboard full of spices plus every glass, bowl, plate, mug or utensil you would need. the fridge with ice machine on front is perfect. The bedrooms are beautifully designed, so cosy and the views are even better from there. Bathroom is lovely, shower is amazingggggg and has some toiletries there for you. Hosts are so responsive and helpful, offered us an extra night for discounted price summer house would be amazing in warmer weather, we did wrap up and sit there in front of the fire. Overall a really amazing weekend would recommend to anyone at any time of the year and hopefully them few bits could be sorted and it would be very nearly perfect.
−There were a few negatives but it wouldn’t have changed my mind on staying there as I would still absolutely come back, but some are very easy fixes. As people mention (and the description) there is a busy main road directly in front of the property, the noise didn’t bother us in the slightest and it does get quieter in the evening. just need to be really careful with dogs or children when leaving. i do think a fenced off area and gate would be a bit better. Unfortunately the fire in the lounge was unable be used due to a fault, we were informed in the morning before we arrived and i know there was nothing that could have been done but just a shame is all. plenty warm enough anyway with heating but would have been cosy. The lighting in the downstairs cottage is fairly dim. The wall lights in the lounge and kitchen could have brighter bulbs in, as well as a couple of the bedside lamps clearly needed new bulbs too. the couple of lanterns in the living room needed new batteries. and the wine fridge doesn’t work. I do think these are easy fixes, i also think the fire would’ve made a big difference to lighting in the lounge. This isn’t to do with the property at all but if you’re wantin