Tanybryn (meaning ‘on the brow of the hill’) is a secret almost forgotten. Originally a Welsh farmhouse, it has been completely renovated to provide authentic accommodation retaining many original features, including the inglenook fireplace, bare timbers and stone walls. The nearest beach is only 14 miles away.
The cottage is set in 2 1/2 acres of wildflower meadow, garden and woodland, approximately 6 miles from Lampeter. The wildflowers in the meadow include orchids and yellow rattle, and the woodland in spring has a profusion of bluebells and herb Robert, with many others growing along the banks. This rich habitat provides a perfect environment for wildlife, including toads, frogs, foxes and bats, and for the birdwatcher, it is a haven with among others barn owls, tawny owls, woodpeckers, red kites, buzzards and nuthatches.
It is also an excellent location for star gazing as there is no light pollution. Close to the Cambrian Mountains Astro Trail, with Hostel Ty’n y Cornel, Llanddewi Brefi being the closest Dark Sky Discovery Site. The hillside location of Tanybryn means that it offers wonderful views. The aim at Tanybryn is to give you a stress-free break and space to unwind and relax in the Cambrian Mountains.
ACCOMMODATION
Tanybryn sleeps up to 5 in 3 bedrooms: 1 king size bed, 1 twin and 1 single. The stairs lead up to the twin room which then leads to the other upstairs rooms.
UPSTAIRS
Bedroom 1: King size Bed with Emma Mattress (kingsize bedding required), bedside table, dressing table stand, chest of drawers
Bedroom 2: twin beds, bedside table, chest of drawers, chair
Bedroom 3: single bed, 3 chests of drawers
Bathroom: shower tub which you sit in to shower or can be used as a short bath, toilet, hand basin
DOWNSTAIRS
Sitting Room: 3-seater sofa, armchairs, inglenook fireplace, wood burning stove, Internet TV
Kitchen: solid fuel Rayburn cooker, electric cooker, microwave, slow cooker, kettle, toaster, under-counter fridge/freezer
Dining area: dining table seating 4/5, wood-burning stove
OUTSIDE
Fenced garden with table and chairs. All gates must be shut at all times as there are sheep and cows in neighbouring fields. Guests are welcome to walk in the woodland and meadow. Access is via a long unmade-up track. Parking next to the cottage.
KEY FACTS
- Please bring your own king-size bedding and your own towels
- Duvets and pillows provided
- Electric background heating (in the winter)
- Electricity included
- Two baskets of logs provided. Further supplies can be bought from the local garage at Staggs Head.
- Free ethernet WiFi
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome at £5 per dog per night
- No smoking
- Rayburn can burn anthracite as well as logs; other stoves are woodburning only
- Roman spa hot tub available for a charge of £100 per booking. To ensure the safety of children, the lid must be put on at all times that the hot tub is not in use
Tanybryn can be booked separately or together with Ysgubor-y-Tanybryn but only by the same group.
