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Foel Fach

Machynlleth, Mid Wales
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
5
star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Working farm
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bathroom
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At a glance

  • Dine together on the patio with a magnificent backdrop of the Mid Wales countryside
  • A grand property with impressive, exposed stone walls and a wood burner
  • Enjoy welcoming and elegant interior touches in a picturesque rural location

Property code: OC-413947

Nestled in a secluded rural location, this cottage marries timeless design with contemporary luxuries. The perfect country homestay for families and groups. Embrace the outdoors and hike the Glyndwr's Way footpath, 2 miles away, or gear up for a round of golf, 9 miles. Venture to the bustling town of Llanbrynmair, 3 miles away, where you can stroll through the Machinations visitor centre and visit the rabbit village before refuelling at a selection of cafes, restaurants, and pubs. Don’t miss the impressive Clywedog Reservoir and Dam and waterfalls at Hafren Forest, each 13 miles.

The foliage-lined farmhouse entrance opens onto the ground floor lounge with dramatic high ceilings, stone walls, an inglenook, and underfloor heating. Throw open the large glass patio doors and enjoy a gentle breeze or cosy up in front of the wood burner on chilly evenings with nibbles and games. Stock up the kitchen with goodies and gather around the large dining table for lively group meals. Downstairs you will also find a shower room with a heated towel rail. Ascend the wooden staircase for the sleeping areas which consists of a king room decorated with local artist prints, a double room with hill views, a bright single room, and an airy bathroom.

Soak up the sunshine and magical country views from the lawned garden and patio area with outdoor furniture and a BBQ.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 single
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 shower room with WC, 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric hob and oven, fridge, microwave
  • Utility room – washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, freezer
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot and highchair on request
  • 2 wood burners – first basket of logs supplied
  • TV, DVD, landline
  • Enclosed patio and lawned garden area, BBQ, outdoor furniture
  • Pub and shops 3 miles, railway station 10 miles
  • Additional logs are available at £5 per basket load
  • Please bring your own charcoal for the BBQ
  • Please bring your own travel cot mattress and linen
  • Additional logs are available at £5 per basket load
  • Please bring your own charcoal for the BBQ
  • Please bring your own travel cot mattress and linen
  • Phone in the house that can receive incoming calls. Number provided with booking confirmation details
  • Supermarket delivery available
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 09:30
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Elena Pryce

This property joined our collection in 2017 and is managed by Elena.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sue, 28th September 2024

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Our 2nd visit to Foel Fach, it is very comfy and homely, especially with the log burner going in the lounge. No near neighbours so extremely quiet. Excellent hosts, there if you need them but leave you to your holiday otherwise. Hope to return again sometime.

Reviewed by Matthew, 18th August 2024

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We have only been back Home for a day and already missing the tranquility of Foel Fach. Not only is the cottage absolutely stunning, but also the location, with its amazing countryside. As a family we found it was a great central base to have days out, whether that be Castles, Beaches, Zip World Etc. The owners were the perfect hosts, even supplRead moreing Welsh Cakes, fresh Eggs, and Milk on our arrival. Only problem is. Trying to find the time to return !!! Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Owen, 11th August 2024

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Reviewed by Kim, 1st May 2024

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Reviewed by Susan, 23rd April 2024

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Reviewed by Anonymous, 27th October 2023

Thank you so much for a wonderful stay. Also for the VIP guided arrival to help us up the drive way in the rain and darkness. The roaring fire and thoughtful gifts soon had us feeling very welcomed and relaxed. Highlights of our holiday have been: the weather (yes, really!); a trip to Ynyslas nature reserve; a walk up Cadair Idris; a walk around thRead moree precipice; an adventure in Corris mine and a relaxed time at quarry pottery. A trip to river valley shooting ground. Not forgetting a walk around the farm, a visit to the cows and a visit to some waterfalls when it rained but best of all was the 100% help and attention from the owners. Amazing. Thanks so much Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 17th October 2023

Thank you for the lovely stay at Foel Fach. The roaring fire when we arrived was most appreciated, also the gifts for us and the children. We all slept like logs. Sitting outside and just looking at the amazing view, who would ask for anything more.

Reviewed by Anonymous, 27th September 2023

Thank you for such an awesome time. The spectacular views and warm cosy atmosphere always makes us feel so welcome. Every time we come to the cottage we have new experiences, always good. The pumpkin items are such a nice touch and just makes us feel like we are having Autumn in Wales. Thank you again for sharing this lovely place. It truly feels lRead moreike coming home. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 21st September 2023

Thank you so much for sharing this lovely piece of heaven. It is always a great time with great people. We have been all around the world and I always tell people that this is the most beautiful place on earth. Thank you again for a wonderful visit.

Reviewed by Glyn, 5th September 2023

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A unique cottage in a wonderful scenic location. We really had a relaxing time. Very friendly hosts who plugged us in to what was going on in the local community.

Reviewed by Anonymous, 1st September 2023

Thank you for an amazing holiday, it was my first time in Wales. The views and the scenery were spectacular, and the house was beautiful too. We visited a few castles, went for a walk, but I think the highlight for me, was going to Llanbrynmair show. It was great to see the local people, the ponies, dogs, and especially all the different breeds of Read moresheep. Who knew they could be so interesting! Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 31st August 2023

Thank you for a very successful holiday. Foel Fach is unique. We arrived in a deluge, but the place was so welcoming inside, and the weather quickly cleared to reveal the amazing and everchanging views. Thanks also for tipping us off about Llanbrynmair show on bank holiday Monday. That was a real treat. We ate at the Brigands Inn up the road afterwRead moreards, and that was an excellent meal too. We were able to go to Powis castle one day and enjoy the gardens, and the countryside coming back. We have all (18-80 years) enjoyed our stay. Facilities are super, baking is possible and a new mixer was supplied when we had difficulties. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 25th August 2023

Thanks so much for letting us stay at Foel Fach. An entirely different world from our workday lives. An oasis of calm and beauty and a shift in perspective I hope until our return. We have many memories from the sheep and rabbits to the starry night sky and some quite unexpected and lovely Schibert in Machynlleth. We count ourselves privileged to hRead moreave stayed here. Hide

Reviewed by William, 13th August 2023

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The setting of the house was so beautiful, the website didn't show all the views, which were lovely. It was great to be able to relax in the various seating areas and look out over the amazing scenery. The driveway which was further up the hill from the owners house, meant it had privacy and no close neighbour. The owners were very helpful and wereRead more there if you needed them, but allowed you relax in the property. We enjoyed several days out, but the property was lovely and spacious so even with our teenagers it meant if you wanted to you could all stay in and relax without getting on top of each other. We had a fantastic time there! Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 5th August 2023

Thank you for a wonderful stay at Foel Fach. It was the perfect place to spend time together as a family. The cottage was immaculate and the surroundings magnificent. The freshly picked mushrooms kindly delivered by the owner were delicious and a very thoughtful touch. We enjoyed sitting outside watching the wildlife. The circular walk around the cRead moreottage and the cosy evening in front of the log burner will be memories we all take with us. Thank you for a wonderful stay Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 14th July 2023

We would like to say a big thank you for our holiday which has been wonderful! Everything we needed was to hand. Awesome cottage. Lots of memories to savour.

Reviewed by Craig, 8th July 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous, 7th July 2023

This is our second visit to Foel Fach. We do not normally return to a place we have stayed at before, but earlier this year we visited Tuscany and as soon as we arrived at our villa we both said that this reminded us of Wales and the beautiful Foel Fach with it's breath taking views. On returning home the very next day we booked a short break to WaRead moreles and Foel Fach. When we arrived just like our first visit we were not disappointed, the stunning views, peace and quiet and total relaxation. The old farmhouse was still as welcoming and homely as we remembered. It is so nice to return to this wonderful rural welsh retreat to enjoy space to breathe. Thank you to the hosts for not changing a thing. We look forward to returning again Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 30th June 2023

We first saw Foel Fach in the Sunday Times a few years back and since then we have wanted a chance to visit. Our first stay did not disappoint in any way and it will certainly not be our last. Your beautiful cottage is in unparalleled location with fantastic views. It really is so quiet here apart from the odd sheep call. It's the ideal place to reRead morecharge the batteries. The whole area is lovely too. It doesn't matter where you go, but Bodnant and Powys Castle were a highlight, along with the Ospreys and Kite feeding. Thank you so much for sharing your cottage with us. It really is much appreciated. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 29th May 2023

Thank you for providing us with this much needed getaway in our lives. This is the best property I have ever seen. The work the owners put into this property is unfathomable. You were perfect hosts. We are leaving here with lots of extra love towards ourselves. Thanks for making our lives better.

Reviewed by Iain, 25th May 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous, 10th May 2023

Hidden gem in the Welsh countryside. Thank you for sharing the story of Phyllis Miles too. Our time here has been very special.

Reviewed by Anonymous, 15th April 2023

Thank you so much for letting us share your little piece of heaven. Foel Fach truly is a magical place. We loved everything about the cottage. A real home from home. A huge special thank you for all the time you spent with our girls. They loved every second with the lambs, feeding and being at the birth. It will be something they remember forever.

Reviewed by Anonymous, 19th March 2023

Thank you for your beautiful cottage and the lovely views. We couldn't have asked for anything nicer, only wished we could've stayed longer. It is such a comfortable place and we were amazed at how you provided everything we needed to prepare our meals. We had such a relaxing, chilled few days, we'll be sad to leave, but hopeful we'll come back agaRead morein soon. Diolch. Hide

Reviewed by Maria, 18th February 2023

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Lovely cottage with lots of character, very friendly owners, great location. We really enjoyed our holidays. The views were stunning, the kitchen was well equipped, the fireplace was lovely, beds were very comfortable, the bedding was fresh and clean. If we were to give a comment what we would improve then we would say, it would be nice to have hoRead moret water in the evenings after long walks, not only in the morning, the lighting at the property could be better and it would be nice to have a smart TV for family movie nights. Overall, it was an amazing holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 17th February 2023

Thank you for a wonderful and relaxing holiday. The weather was most unexpected and helped seeing and visiting many wonderful places in this beautiful part of Wales. The children and us enjoyed the place very much. Foel Fach was lovely, clean and very cosy. It was well equipped. The views from the cottage were simply amazing and seeing the sheep adRead moreded very much to our joy. We will have many wonderful memories and thank you for facilitating this for all of us Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 23rd January 2023

My partner came to stay at Foel Fach three years ago, for a much needed break. When he returned from his trip he was profoundly moved by the landscape and the hospitality of the owners. After a few years we returned together and it did not disappoint. The beauty of the mountains, the kindness of the locals, and to the hosts who welcomed us with opRead moreen hearted hospitality - a rare quality in this fast paced world. It's heartening to know there is a place here - Foel Fach - that remains tireless and loved and can be shared. We will be back. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 13th January 2023

There are no words to describe the beauty of this area. The cottage is situated in the perfect location. The cottage is so beautiful and we had a wonderful time. We look forward to returning.

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