It was our sixth stay at Trehilyn and first time at Bwthyn. for 1 week, 'Best Place to Stay in Pembrokeshire' - Countryfile Magazine, 'Top 30 Best UKSelf-Catering' - The Times, 'Top 10 Cottages as seen on TV or in Film' - The Mirror, Kitchen with doors out to patio dining. Fast broadband meant that streaming a film on Amazon or Netflix (on the smart TV) was never an issue. Griff Rhys Jones is a Welsh comedian, writer, actor and television presenter. The cottage was a delight, the people friendly, the scenery breathtaking and the weather perfect.' Rebecca S. - - Whatever the weather we have always had a great time. Within easy reach of the coast path for walks, and not too far from good pubs and restaurants. We loved this cottage! It was previously owned by comedian-turned-broadcaster Griff Rhys Jones. Lovely to be greeted with a row of cows staring at you in the morning too ! Patricia L. - Claire E. - What a wonderful restoration, full of surprises. Tastefully furnished throughout with warm Welsh blankets, and good perks like a Nespresso machine added to its luxury status. for 1 week, 653 to 1,011 Bwthyn fendigedig ac ardall hyfryd. Aber Mawr beach - just 3 miles away is great place to catch the sunsets. Photograph: Photoshot/Getty Images Tue 4 Nov 2014 06.47 EST Last modified on Sun 7 May 2017 . Fantastic stay, cottage was cozy, warm and well equipped. He is married to Jo Jones. Sarah A. for 1 week, 1,106 to 2,112 'Best in Wales' - Country Life 'Top 15 Green Places to Stay in the UK' - Observer 'Dream Rural Reetreat' - Irish Times - He is the president of The Victorian Society The Victorian Society fights to protect Victorian and Edwardian heritage from demolition or careless alteration. All instructions/administration was clear, it was good value and such a lovely cosy place to stay and catch up with old friends. The kitchen is exceptionally well stocked every pot, pan, grater etc. We packed a lot in and I'd love to come back and perhaps explore the eastern coastal paths next time. This was Garn Fawr, John and Myfanwy Piper's Welsh retreat for many years, and the subject of innumerable paintings. - The weather too was perfect. Please ignore any messages from other postings purporting to be from me. Lisa heledd jones . - We had a wonderful week at Bwthyn Trehilyn. We loved this cottage. Mel shorting . Jeffrey M. - Just about to book a third. Probably the best UTT property we have stayed in. Walk to the famous lighthouse on Ynys Meicl or hike out to Porthsychan cove. Heledd W. - Griffith Rhys Jones OBE (born 16 November 1953) is a Welsh comedian, writer, actor, and television presenter. The boys loved going to the little 'shop' opposite to buy some sweets and put the money for it into the honesty box. Griff Rhys Jones "was born in 1953 in Cardiff. Owen, Angela, Alun and Heulwen. Thanks, Thank you so much for our stay in your lovely cottage. He also looks at the effect mountains have on the people who live near them, and vice versa. Lovely warm and cosy cottage which was a delight to stay in. We loved the cosy cottage - the children enjoyed playing in the gardens and the stream. The artist has splashed out 15 million on the stunning London townhouse. Simon H. - Highly recommended for those who like coastal cottages with a bit of class. Lovely cottage in great location. The cottage was bequeathed to and accepted by the National Trust - unusual in an organisation that has many offers of property. The restoration of this cottage was the subjectof the BBC TV series Return to a Pembrokeshire Farm. Wifi: available 2,381 posts. We would stay again in a heartbeat! The weather was pretty grim - it was November - but we were wrapped up with the fire burning and our books. Bwthyn Trehilyn was a real delight. 1.6.12, We've had an amazing stay. The cottage has underfloor & central heating throughout & a woodburner. Tanya J. He is married to Jo Jones. Diolch yn fawr iawn. The short drive to Strumble Head made it a perfect choice for hiking the coastal trail, which we did daily. Thankyou all that make this spot so special. - Griff Rhys Jones. Myfanwy S. - Cegin Fach - small contemporary kitchen with Bosch dishwasher, microwave, oven etc. The location is simply superb, with a great mix of interesting little towns, epic pubs and wide wide open spaces. The home is spacious and easily accommodates 2 families. E2. Sustainability was behind every decision in this restoration, and there are two EV chargers for electric vehicle drivers available. Weve stayed at a few UTT properties but this is by far the best. And only one day of rain - when we could enjoy the cosy house for a while! Beautiful cottage in excellent surroundings. Beautiful weather meant that the amazing coastal walks were enjoyed by all, even our four children, who were spurred on by the thought of delicious fish and chips at The Shed at the end of it. Flexibility of accommodation is what attracted us and the restoration that went it to this Welsh Farmhouse. Escape, relax, unwind.. This was our second visit here and we would come again Emma. Our second trip to Trehilyn. We want to live here please. Fishguard - (cafes & art galleries) - 6.0 miles. Donna P. - and in 2004 led the demonstration at Senate House, Cambridge to prevent the closure of the . A l jones . - Luxury Welsh holiday accommodation in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park near great coastal walks. "The . GRIFF Rhys Jones is a Welsh comedian, best loved for his work with his comedy partner, the late Mel Smith. - The accommodation is extremely comfortable and everything was provided for us. Nature walk (enclosed from livestock) along stream to far end of the farm and a ruined cottage. The walking is spectacular with stunning scenery everywhere you turn. Can recommend Tafarn Sinc, Preseli Mountain and Newport for its beach, walk, shops and restaurants. presenter. Totally idyllic break in the tranquility of remote West Wales - what a way to come out of lockdown - we loved it! Griff Rhys Jones - Shotley peninsula, Suffolk for 1 week, 858 to 2,012 13.4.12, We have had a wonderful time at Blissful Bwthyn. With a stressful job I couldn't wait to 'get away from it all' and this place provides exactly that. By. Our favourite room was the sitting room, which is cosy and comfortable. And Shirley was wonderful. Thank you. We were particularly impressed by the slate floor with its underfloor heating! Well maintained, clean and a perfect getaway cottage, away from the stresses of modern day life. We had a quick drive to the lighthouse and the blue lagoon and it was close to amenities in Fishguard (the Royal Oak was incredible!). The cottage is set well back from the road and is incredibly quiet. Wouldn't hesitate to go back, in fact have been talking about a return trip. The cottage is in a lovely location and finished exceptionally well. We thoroughly enjoyed staying in a beautifully and tastefully furnished cottage. This is the Pembrokeshire Farm owned by Griff Rhys Jones that he lets for holidays when he isn't home in Wales. Griff Rhys Jones. Beautifully done and everything catered for. Robert L. - Enjoy seventy acres of farmland with fine sea views, your own little woodland, and a children's swing and slide set down your track. This has to be one of the most beautiful cottages I've stayed in it has made us want to renovate our own place. There are plenty of places to buy lovely things, eat lovely lunches and drink lovely coffees even if the weather rules out strolling on lovely beaches. Thank you. There is a working open fire in the parlour, which made for some cosy evenings. Thank you for sharing your beautifully renovated farmhouse with us. Absolutely lovely property, yet again! Once again another gem of a cottage booked with utt! It was great to be back and we hope to do it again really soon! Famously restored by conservationist Griff Rhys Jones and family, and the subject of the BBC TV series 'A Pembrokeshire Farm'. The location is perfect, with a huge choice of coastal and inland walking paths right on the doorstep. The estate is exclusively advertised throughUnder the Thatch, and this is generally considered the most luxurious of the collection. The cottage gave us all that we needed as a home from home. Recent acting work includes MINE ALL MINE and MARPLE for ITV1. quality - we visit and revisit every property to make sure they meet our standards, and only the best make the 'utt' grade, location - every location is a winner - we don't hide nasties like roads/ugly views from our photos, satisfaction - we've probably got the highest rate of returning customers of any cottage company, service - we're here to help and pride ourselves on personal service, value - you won't find the same property cheaper anywhere else, sustainable - we've many of the 'greenest' holiday properties on the market, Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National ParkGuests: 6 - - Thoughts are with her family. The cottage is of high specification and the owners have renovated the cottage very stylishly and having watched the TV show made it even more special Executive Producer presenter. - Since buying this coastal farm on a whim while filming in Pembrokeshire some 15 years ago, Griff Rhys Jones and his family have set about restoring the 70-acre estate's cottages and. The "woodland walk" just opposite the front door turned out to be hidden gem - a ribbon of wildlife running through farmland that was lovely to explore. We have just returned from our second UTT, holiday in Pembrokeshire; both within striking distance of Stumble Head. Across the lane there is trouble at t'mill, as Griff's plans meet local objections. Walking straight onto Strumble Head on a sunny day was one of many highlights, the biggest one though were the good times had indoors at Trehilyn itself. Everything about the cottage was goodwarm, clean and inviting with excellent facilities and a very relaxed, homely feel. Anglesey. We walked parts of the coastal path every day and had a really good week, despite some very wet weather. Cardiff-born presenter, comedian and heritage conservationist Griff Rhys Jones went for a stroll through Fishguard back in 2004 and, shortly afterwards, was the owner of the Trehilyan estate. Cegin Fawr - traditional dining room with antique furnishings. Excellent booking system and communication throughout; such care from Shirley and Wayne; a beautifully appointed conversion and site with all one could need; and the coastal path within walking distance. . Brilliant lighting throughout. There is a Strumble Shuttle (404) from Fishguard which can be flagged down right outside (Google 'Strumble shuttle' for timetables), and there are a few trains a day to Fishguard & Goodwick Station. Catch him live by checking tour dates and ticket . There are no shops, restaurants, etc. Another wonderful stay at a classic cottage. Chris P. - The comedian Griff Rhys Jones is the latest high-profile name to weigh in against Marks & Spencer's plan to raze and redevelop its main London store, accusing the retailer of not making the. Lovely, very clean, well equipped and comfortable accommodation. Y Bwthyn is as usual of high standard set in picturesque Pembrokeshire. for 1 week, 686 to 987 Fi carroll-lewis . Contemporary but cosy. Pamela B. Thank you. Liz H. - small shared playground area with swing and slidefor young children(enjoyed at own risk), 2 x type 2 electric car chargers (shared among the 6 Trehilyn properties), Walk to the coastal footpath & lighthouse & dolphin/ whale look-out, More Blue Flag beaches here than anywhere in UK - (Aber Mawr 3 miles). We were very lucky with dawn to dusk sun all week which just capped the break away off nicely. Lovely cottage, incredible quality. Megan jones . - - Cath L. - - He starred in a number of television series with his comedy partner Mel Smith. Granar is wonderfully appointed. Lovely location - a real feeling of space afforded by views to the horizon in several directions and sufficient space around the cottage to enable us to sit out in different spots at different times of day. The cottage has spectacular views over some lovely countryside. Everything you need is provided and you are left to enjoy! The view was spectacular, and very atmospheric with the rain and wind. 10 . Mark P. - Very cosy stay.We fell in love with the coastline, walked along Strumble head which is a must for any visitor. There is a Strumble Shuttle (404) from Fishguard which can be flagged down at the end of our track (Google 'Strumble shuttle' for timetables), and there are a few trains a day to Fishguard & Goodwick Station. We particularly enjoyed watching the DVDs about the renovation of the propertys. Kate W. - 48.8K followers. Jason J, 725 to 1,327 Cushions for the dining chairs / bench would be more comfortable too but none of this spoilt the enjoyment. We love all the properties at Trehilyn and can forgive the little signs of age xx. Griff RJ has done a superb job restoring and converting these special buildings whilst preserving their historical and architectural integrity. On our nature walk to the ruined cottage we caught the attention of a herd of cows that then accompanied us as far as they could; on their side of the fence of course! Beautiful cottage amazing setting. Sian C. - Holbrook resident Griff Rhys Jones tells Cathy Brown about his passion for sailing and making documentaries, reveals how he met his wife while near naked, and hints that he may team up again with his old comedy partner Mel Smith The Orwell is one of the most magnificent rivers in England, declares Griff Rhys Jones. We had a lovely time going out and about enjoying retail therapy in Haverfordwesr, Solva, Narberth, and Melyn Tregwynt just down the road. Kitchen is well stocked and we had everything for a really comfortable, peaceful and relaxing stay. The fabulous thing about both Pembrokeshire and Bwthyn Trehilyn is it doesn't matter what the weather throws at you. Carole jones . Chris R. - The location of this stunning sensitively restored property is absolutely second to nonenot only are you surrounded by so much rugged beauty that can be reached easily on foot from the door, the garden, meadow and natural surroundings directly accessed are just stunning. We six ex-Fire Service fogies and two dogs had a wonderful time in the cottage. Cardiff-born presenter, comedian and heritage conservationist Griff Rhys Jones went for a stroll through Fishguard back in 2004 and, shortly afterwards, was the owner of the Trehilyan estate. Kitchen Hours. There is much to do for all ages. 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