Guest Reviews

“Family getaway. This place has got so much nature surrounding it, very peaceful. Lovely walks, easy drive to restaurants or to use the historic railway, charming cottage. Very well stocked, i.e. dishwasher tablets I discovered on the last day. Games and games room, lots of DVDs, wood and coal and fire lighter and kindling, nothing extra needed. Washing machine and detergent, just perfect I recommend if you’re looking for a break away from it all.”

“We had a wonderful stay at this charming historic farmhouse. The location is incredibly peaceful, surrounded by beautiful rolling hills and scenic countryside that made for the most serene getaway. The house itself is full of character, with its rustic charm and cozy feel, while still offering all the modern comforts we needed for a relaxing stay. Moyra and Ian your local recommendations were wonderful, thank you so much.”

“Moyra and Ian’s place is a special gem. It’s an historic family home in the heart of the Welsh countryside. The hosts are so kind and considerate – from their welcome emails and the local food they left us. The kids had an absolute ball – the playroom was a hit and we couldn’t get them off the swing either. We even managed a family walk to the waterfall with minimal complaints from our 4 year-old! A fantastic location too if you want to walk/kayak on the Dee or just enjoy the wonderful Welsh surroundings. It’s a hugely special place and we hope to be back. Would highly recommend.”

“What a wonderful stay! This house is spectacular, we loved reading through all of the history of the home. They old pictures are really neat to see, you can tell the amount of work that went in to what it is today. Each room was beautiful and had all the things we needed to relax in the country. All of the toys for kids was so sweet as well, our two year old had a ball with all of the sports rackets and such! We went on so many beautiful walks around the lanes as well as through the fields. We would absolutely love to come back again.”

“This was our third stay, love the seclusion and quietness of the place. As always had a great week, plenty of attractions within an hours drive and nice walks from the doorstep . The house always looks well kept and just a nice place to get away for a week.”

“We had a great stay at Henfaes Isaf. Easy to check in and lovely and warm when we got in. The location is stunning and very private, with lots of beautiful quirks as it has lots of history. There was great welcome pack including Welsh cakes! Also coal and firewood. The TV was good and we used our Netflix easily with it. There is plenty to do and see in the area (you have to drive obviously). Moyra recommendeda great restaurant in Llangollen and there are others in the info book in the house. We also did a winery and castle tour as well as a train ride.. Definitely recommend!”

“We booked Henfaes Isaf for a new year’s getaway and it exceeded our expectations. The house really is stunning. The weather wasn’t kind to us, we had torrential rain the whole stay but it didn’t spoil the trip as the house is so cosy and warm, the perfect place to snuggle up with a book in front of the open fire or cook a lovely meal and use the beautiful dining room. Moyra and Ian have thought of everything you could need. Lots of crockery and cooking utensils, fabulous utility room, towels, and blankets. Although the house is old the bathroom is modern and the shower is good. The house is very clean, we played a lot of hide and seek with our son and didn’t find a speck of dust. We didn’t have reception with our phone networks but the internet worked fine. Lots of detailed information provided about the house and local attractions. The house is off the beaten track but managed the drive fine with the instructions provided and the views were worth it. We hope to stay again soon.”

“We visited the cottage over the October mid-term break and it was a wonderful stay. The cottage is beautiful, peaceful and very restful. All the family enjoy the stay, including playing board games by the open fire. It was also a great base for some climbing and hiking activities, as well as a trip to Chester for the day. It’s also pretty close to Lake Bala but we didn’t get to visit this time around. Overall, love it and would book again if we visit North Wales in the future.”

“Second visit to the stunning Henfaes Isaf and it was better than we remember. This time introduced my brother and sister in law too. Lovely welcome basket on arrival. The cottage itself is characterful and spacious but for us it’s the garden and surroundings that make this cottage second to none. This was helped by a week of pure sunshine. So much wildlife , so peaceful and quiet, we never wanted this holiday experience to end. We will be back again for sure !!”

“Beautiful tranquil spot on the side of a hill. The first morning we stayed we simply sat outside in the sun watching woodpeckers! Cottage itself is warm, clean and very well appointed. Stunning furniture and clearly lots of love went into restoring the building. Highly recommended.”

“Henfaes Isaf is gorgeous. The welcome basket was much appreciated, and we really enjoyed the wine and Welsh cakes. The communication with Moyra and Ian was top notch. Moyra went above and beyond when she knew we had ancestral links to the area by sharing links and newsletters that were rich in historic stories – thank you so much. My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and we’d all return in a heartbeat. Thank you for allowing visitors like us to experience what it’s like to stay in an old Welsh home such as yours.”

“We stayed at this beautiful house for a bank holiday get-away and we couldn’t have asked for anything better. The house itself is just stunning and full of character. The location is amazing….surrounded by countryside and miles away from anyone. There was a lovely welcome pack and everything you could possibly need in the house. Communication prior to our visit was excellent and there was plenty of information about the local area. Highly recommended and we definitely hope to return.”

“Fabulous house. Wine and milk, Welsh cakes and bread all provided on our arrival. Great equipment in kitchen, lovely open fireplace in living room and atmospheric dining room with lovely Welsh dresser. Bedrooms beautifully furnished. Spotlessly clean, well organised and set in a fab location!! Would definitely visit again!! Moyra and Ian are really excellent hosts!!!”

“Place was more then we could have wished for, beautiful setting felt really at home. Such a interesting cottage so many original features. You can tell this is a loved property in a beautiful setting. Everything about it makes for a relaxing stay. Used the large dining room for candle lit evening meals. Could not have asked for anything more from owners, which where in contact all through the booking process, And available if needed through out stay. Thanks so much for the use of your beautiful home.”

“What an amazing location. If you want to get away from it all this is place to go! A beautiful cottage set into the hills on its own. Walks immediately from the house to places with spectacular views. The cottage itself is full of history and all the amenities you would need. It’s a short drive to shops and other great places to visit. Would certainly recommend and would visit again.”

“This is a fabulous home, with everything you could possibly need for a wonderful holiday without even leaving the property! However, there is plenty to explore on the surrounding countryside, beautiful walking, some great places to eat and plenty of outdoor activities and watersports if you are adventurous, Ian and Moyra were great hosts and always available to provide information and check we had what we needed. Would thoroughly recommend.”

“Such a lovely gem. Area, location and even just the cottage itself. Great get away with kids and friends. Enjoyed every moment. Can’t wait to re-visit again.”

“Lovely old farmhouse with plenty of character and original features but also very warm and cosy. Very detailed information regarding check in and directions. Well appointed kitchen, everything to the highest standard. Surrounding area is beautiful – we walked to the local Cynwyd falls – just lovely. Very relaxing holiday – great hosts, thank you so much.”

“The cottage is amazing and exceeded our expectations. The pictures don’t do it justice, it is filled with many thoughtful touches and each room had a different character. It was very cold outside when we arrived, and Ian made sure that the heating had been put on nice and early so that it was cosy and warm when we arrived. Communication was brilliant. We enjoyed exploring around the area and would come back again.”

“This place is gorgeous! Would recommend it to anyone who wants a quiet get-away surrounded by beautiful hills and Welsh countryside! The house itself was also stunning (especially the fireplace) and the kitchen/dining room was spacious! I would definitely come back again to stay!”

“Henfaes Isaf is a beautiful place in a beautiful setting. Moyra and Ian made everything easy for our first stay in Airbnb, the cakes and wine left for us very thoughtful . Loved our time there, really good position for Snowdon and a day out to Liverpool. Would love to go back again soon. Loved reading about the history on the cottage and other cottages near by. Definitely a five star holiday.”

“This wonderful cottage is secluded, with no neighbours visible and has great views. It is obviously very old in parts but has been modernised throughout, has all mod cons, and is kept very clean. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with our 3 teenage kids and if they had been younger the kids playroom would have been most useful. There are lots of interesting antiques scattered throughout the house which gave it an old world atmosphere – however with central heating and Wifi. We hope to be coming back there in the future.”

“Thanks for the wonderful welcome to this well equipped cottage. The children enjoyed the games in the playroom. A perfect place to relax and rejuvenate with the family. Thank you for everything. Well worth a visit – history well preserved. See you again!”

“What a peaceful and restful place. We will miss having breakfast on the front listening to the hum of the insects and watching the family of long-tailed tits flitting about the trees. A magical week! Thank you!”

“What a lovely place! The cottage has been lovingly restored and looked after with lots of details that are only noticed after a few days. All we needed was here from clingfilm to a drying room. The local walks are good (and on the doorstep) and further afield we enjoyed the white water rafting at Bala.”

“The cottage was absolutely beautiful! We couldn’t have asked for more. We had such a great weekend and will definitely be staying again. Everything about it was just perfect, so cosy, amazing surroundings and super clean. The gardens are outstanding. Thank you again for everything.”

“Absolute gem of a cottage, lovely period features such as the inglenook fireplace. Weather was great so really enjoyed the alfresco dining in the evening. Had numerous clear skies so the star gazing was a real treat! The most peaceful and tranquil retreat, really don’t want to go back to a busy town/city.”

“Thank you so much for the opportunity to stay in your wonderful cottage. I have to say it is a home from home. The setting and the scenery is magnificent, and it goes without saying that the cottage is a credit to its owners. We will be back!”

“Lots of reasons why this is one of the best holiday cottages we have ever stayed in; the location, the facilities, the décor, little homely touches like the tea set in the bedroom.”

“This has been a wonderful time, our hearts and minds refreshed and prepared for return to work and school. From sitting watching the butterflies on the swing seat to meeting ponies on a ramble – fantastic. Three generations have loved being here – thank you. Hoping to come back soon.”

“Thank you so much for an amazing time. Worth travelling 8000 miles for!”

“We had a wonderful time in your lovely cottage. Leaving Henfaes Isaf cottage is almost like leaving home.”