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The Byre in Llanddewi Skirrid, Abergavenny - from Sykes Cottages

Reviews of The Byre

The holiday cottage of "The Byre" can be found in Llanddewi Skirrid in Gwent. This cottage sleeps 4 people, and has 1 bedroom. The cottage has the following accommodation: One lower ground floor double bedroom with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with double sofa bed. Utility room. Oil underfloor heating. Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.

The Byre is a good size for a family holiday.

These are the reviews for The Byre. There are 101 reviews.

We did not see or speak to the owners at all whilst we were there, which was a little diasappointing: but they live very nearby. A lovely vase of flowers, and a selection of delicious goodies were kindly left in the kitchen area. The bed was really comfortable, and all the furniture and equipment were of a high standard. The surrounding area is beautiful - great for walkers when the weather is good. The Skirrid is only a mile away, and is well worth climbing, as the views from it are fantastic. There are peahens and at least one peacock wandering around outside The Byre, which was a treat! Parking was easy, and convenient. The town of Abergavenny is only a few miles away, and there is Morrison's , Aldi's and Tesco's there. There is a restaurant and a tearoom very nearby. The directions for getting there were very helpful and easy to follow.
Miss Webber (May 2021)

It is the most spacious and well-appointed holiday rental we have ever stayed in. The very quiet location means it is a great place to chill. We enjoyed many local walks. The owner and family were very helpful even though they were very busy. A friendly, relaxing stay. Thoroughly recommend.
Mrs Oleksiuk (March 2021)

Lots of nice walks close by.We were a bit restricted because of covid, it was fine as we stayed more local, But under normal circumstances, it was the perfect holiday destination. Kitty, Tim, and their son were friendly and helpful.
Mrs Blake (September 2020)

It was in a peaceful location and the hosts were very friendly and accommodating.
Mr Cook (September 2020)

Enjoyed seeing the peacocks outside our window every day.
Mrs Weeks (January 2020)

There was no mobile signal and never saw the hosts. They did leave us milk and a cake.
Mr Hartley (September 2019)

Abergavenny is a super town with good eateries. The cottage was cosy and comfortable. but kitchen wasn’t very clean. No one there to greet us and had we not gone to ask for loo rolls on the first evening I am not sure if we would have seen our hosts at all. Which suits us in many ways. I bought eggs from the farm . Hosts then were very friendly and chatty . We could go anywhere on the farm and see the ponies bred there. Resident dogs were lovely but not when barking during the night around our cottage where they had free range. It did give us a dog fix having left our crew behind. Not much info in the welcome book. One restaurant recommended hasn’t done food for 8 years! But we found the walks we wanted any way and pubs to eat in. A very enjoyable restful quiet break.
Mrs Hoare (August 2019)

The cottage was absolutely beautiful and very clean, with underfloor heating throughout. When we arrived the owners had left a cake for us and milk in the fridge, which was really thoughtful. The cottage had everything we needed for the week including a dishwasher, washing machine & drier, microwave, toaster and so on. The location was perfect and so relaxing. We loved the fact that the cottage is on a working farm & we were surrounded by fields of sheep, cows and horses. The owners were really friendly and welcoming & we would definitely recommend The Byre to friends and family and would love to stay there again.
Miss Rugg (June 2019)

We stayed here for a long weekend but wished it could have been much longer. The owner made us feel very welcome with a cake and an Easter egg- a really kind thought. Would highly recommend.
Mrs Harvey (April 2019)

Animals and family nearby to help in anything you might want, but totally unobtrusive. Wide choice of places of interest to go. But for me the local walks, peace, fresh air, and tranquillity hit the spot.
Mrs Lane (January 2019)

Very kind welcoming gestures of flowers, cake and milk. TV in lounge and bedroom. DVD player and DVDs Lots of leaflets about places to visit.
Mrs Ford (September 2018)

Will definitely return!
Mr Keys (June 2018)

cottage was well equipped and in an excellent location for walks and places to visit
Mrs Diss (December 2017)

The whole process of booking this break was a joy. Sykes do things properly; I was kept informed, the technology all worked and the whole booking experience was easy. ...
Ms Bellis (November 2017)

It was very relaxing with everything we could possibly want. Loved it.
Mr Ravindran (November 2017)

Sykes do things properly; I was kept informed, the technology all worked and the whole booking experience was easy. The Byre's is a lovely cottage and the rural setting is great. We booked because we needed a base for our booking at the Walnut Tree Inn. Our expectations were exceeded as the Byre is so spacious, welcoming, cosy and well-equipped that we'd come back again to have a proper holiday in the area. A delightful experience all round; thank you!
Ms Bellis (November 2017)

Loved it.
Mr Ravindran (November 2017)

Beautiful surrounding area for walking Quiet location
Mrs Smith (September 2017)

Great location and accommodation
Ms Hancock (August 2017)

Host are really helpful and obliging. Property the best ever.
Mr Upshall (July 2017)

Property the best ever.
Mr Upshall (July 2017)

This was the best holiday we've had. We go to a self catering cottage each year and this has been the best one. The surroundings are beautiful and a brilliant base to explore The Black Mountains. We have already booked for September.
Mrs Berry (June 2017)

We go to a self catering cottage each year and this has been the best one. The surroundings are beautiful and a brilliant base to explore The Black Mountains. We have already booked for September.
Mrs Berry (June 2017)

The Byre was probably the best holiday cottage we have stayed in, in terms of quality, comfort and equipment.
Mrs Worts (April 2017)

EXACTLY WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR
Mr Leonard (March 2017)

Lovely property but not five star
When I saw all the five star reviews I expected something really special and in some ways it was. The Byre is basically a lovely cottage. Tastefully converted with quality furniture and well equipped with lots of running hot water.Although superficially clean, when we arrived my husband spent at least half an hour clearing away countless numbers of spiders and cobwebs from the bedroom and bathroom - a bit off putting at the start of a holiday. Also the outside seating area needed a spruce up - the furniture needed cleaning and there was litter (my husband picked up an empty Pringles box that looked as though it had been there for ages). Not very welcoming.The Wi-Fi was very slow - we could just about stream audio with some breakup but nothing more - probably little the owners could do about it - however I think this should be pointed before booking.
Customer 26 (16 September 2016)

A very restful property. The location was excellent for all the attractions of Abergavenny and the surrounding area.
Mr Walker from Newton Abbot (July 2016)

The location was excellent for all the attractions of Abergavenny and the surrounding area.
Mr Walker (July 2016)

Excellent accommodation in a quiet location. The cottage is finished beautifully and is very well equipped. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay.
Mr Rickards from Twickenham (April 2016)

The cottage is finished beautifully and is very well equipped. We couldn't have asked for a better place to stay.
Mr Rickards (April 2016)

Location and facilities were perfect for our needs.
Mrs Baldwin from Victoria 3632 (December 2015)

Really enjoyed the cottage. Cottage was very clean and immaculately presented. Location was quiet with good amenities near by which was what we were after.
Mr Kumar from Worcester (November 2015)

Cottage was very clean and immaculately presented. Location was quiet with good amenities near by which was what we were after.
Mr Kumar (November 2015)

The cottage was very well appointed and the owners were very friendly. It was very quiet and just what we were looking for.
Mr Bursey from Lincoln (October 2015)

It was very quiet and just what we were looking for.
Mr Bursey (October 2015)

The property was immaculately presented. Hard to imagine how it could have been improved.
Mr Hayes from Campbell (September 2015)

Hard to imagine how it could have been improved.
Mr Hayes (September 2015)

A beautifully decorated and well appointed farm stay holiday, close to an area of outstanding natural beauty. We will definitely return.
Ms Rae from Via Albany (July 2015)

Superbly presented accommodation, it was peaceful and relaxing and in an excellent geographical location. Received a warm welcome from the owner, we were instantly made to feel at ease and at home.
Mr Preston from Christchurch (July 2015)

We will definitely return.
Ms Rae (July 2015)

Received a warm welcome from the owner, we were instantly made to feel at ease and at home.
Mr Preston (July 2015)

The accommodation was superb; very clean and well presented. The property was in a fantastic scenic location for exploring South Wales and the Breacon Beacons and there were plenty of leaflets and ideas supplied by the owners. We were made to feel very welcome on the farm and our child had some great interactions with the animals. We would highly recommend stopping at The Byre!!
Mr Wilford from Birmingham (May 2015)

The property was in a fantastic scenic location for exploring South Wales and the Breacon Beacons and there were plenty of leaflets and ideas supplied by the owners. We were made to feel very welcome on the farm and our child had some great interactions with the animals. We would highly recommend stopping at The Byre!!
Mr Wilford (May 2015)

This was a fantastically welcoming cottage with some lovely homely touches and great hosts. The heated floor was brilliant and overall the cottage was top specification and felt like a home from home with everything you'd like to have to hand and much more. Would definitely recommend!
Mr Bridger from Reading (February 2015)

The heated floor was brilliant and overall the cottage was top specification and felt like a home from home with everything you'd like to have to hand and much more. Would definitely recommend!
Mr Bridger (February 2015)

The Byre is warm, beautiful, well equipped - the underfloor heating is such a comfortable heat! A pleasure to be in.
Mrs Tate from London (November 2014)

Perfect cottage in a lovely location.
Dr Iqbal from Dunstable (November 2014)

A pleasure to be in.
Mrs Tate (November 2014)

This property is in a really lovely part of the Welsh countryside. It is only a couple of hours from our home which is also in the Welsh countryside and as we needed a break from all the building work we are having done it was a perfect hideaway and a very relaxing break.
Mrs George from Welshpool (August 2014)

It is only a couple of hours from our home which is also in the Welsh countryside and as we needed a break from all the building work we are having done it was a perfect hideaway and a very relaxing break.
Mrs George (August 2014)

Very relaxing, a great cottage with all you could possibly need for a holiday. Would recommend. Great for walking & cycling, farm life great and had a warm welcome from the owner and their animals.
Mrs Kelley from Letchworth Garden City (June 2014)

Would recommend. Great for walking & cycling, farm life great and had a warm welcome from the owner and their animals.
Mrs Kelley (June 2014)

Very good location for touring and walking the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains. Excellent quality of cottage and helpful owners.
Mr Mann from Wantage (April 2014)

Excellent quality of cottage and helpful owners.
Mr Mann (April 2014)

The Byre was a great place to spend a few days. It is a really well converted barn with everything you need from a holiday home, lots of space and was perfect for the two of us and our baby.
Mr Miller from London (March 2014)

It is a really well converted barn with everything you need from a holiday home, lots of space and was perfect for the two of us and our baby.
Mr Miller (March 2014)

An October holiday in the Brecon Beacons requires somewhere warm to return to at the end of the day. This property is ideal. It is well furnished, spacious and has free wi-fi. The location is very rural; car ownership is essential. Steps leading to the front door from the parking area would make access difficult for disabled visitors.
A FlipKey verified reviewer (January 2014)

A very good place to stay. Warm and comfortable, with easy access to the Brecon Beacons..
Mr Cox from Felixstowe (October 2013)

Warm and comfortable, with easy access to the Brecon Beacons..
Mr Cox (October 2013)

Great location, beautiful cottage, great people, overall very satisfied.
Mr Barker from Herne Bay (August 2013)

Excellent accommodation in an ideal location for visiting larger towns and cities for days out. Outstanding views and excellent walking for those who enjoy that sort of holiday.
Mr Watson from Dover (May 2013)

We had a friendly welcome to a terrific and well equipped cottage. The welcoming cake was a nice touch. It was a good base for seeing the sites and doing a bit of walking for a few days. The representations on the website were accurate. One of the better cottages we have stayed at in the UK on our travels.
Hasman22 (May 2013)

Outstanding views and excellent walking for those who enjoy that sort of holiday.
Mr Watson (May 2013)

On arrival we were greeted with cake, flowers and milk which were really appreciated. We loved the cottage and loved getting out and about as it had been our first time in Abergavenny. The owner was a lovely lady and we were invited to join their family at their fireworks display. A delightful holiday except too short. Would not hesitate in recommending The Byre.
Mrs Rothwell from Woodhall Spa (November 2012)

We loved the cottage and loved getting out and about as it had been our first time in Abergavenny. The owner was a lovely lady and we were invited to join their family at their fireworks display. A delightful holiday except too short. Would not hesitate in recommending The Byre.
Rothwell (November 2012)

Quiet, chill out place, just what we wanted.
Mr Parry from Moelfre (October 2012)

The owner was very welcoming and helpful. We would have no hesitation in recommending people to stay at The Byre.
Mr Hassen from Applecross (September 2012)

We would have no hesitation in recommending people to stay at The Byre.
Mr Hassen (September 2012)

Fantastic holiday cottage, had everything we needed and more!
Mr Pritchard from Liverpool (August 2012)

Fantastic location, very nice cottage, well kitted out. We loved the animals on the farm.
Mr Edwell from Colchester (August 2012)

Excellent location, price, decor, layout, functionality and was very comfy and cosy.
Mr Aston from Altrincham (August 2012)

We loved the animals on the farm.
Mr Edwell (August 2012)

a quiet romantic luxury cottage on a quiet farm!
Excellent cottage , very well stocked for 2 people. Very comfy and warm!Would be more tricky for 2 couples as bathroom,, loo an en suite to main bedroom.family very welcoming.Even the peacock displayed his tail fan for us twice in the week.
Customer 73 (28 June 2012)

A truly lovely cottage which has been fitted out to a very high standard.
Mrs Aylott Williams from Colchester (June 2012)

The property is in a very beautiful setting. The owners were wonderful and the area was great, it was very easy to find our way about. Just perfect!
Mr Mace from Lowestoft (June 2012)

Excellent cottage , very well stocked for 2 people. Very comfy and warm! Would be more tricky for 2 couples as bathroom,, loo an en suite to main bedroom. family very welcoming. Even the peacock displayed his tail fan for us twice in the week.
A FlipKey verified reviewer (June 2012)

The owners were wonderful and the area was great, it was very easy to find our way about. Just perfect!
Mr Mace (June 2012)

Very peaceful place to stay. Owners have really thought out the layout and what was on offer. On hand when needed too.Welcome pack very welcome!
Customer 78 (09 April 2012)

Very peaceful place to stay. Owners have really thought out the layout and what was on offer. On hand when needed too. Welcome pack very welcome!
Mr Baylay from Swindon (March 2012)

Can not recommend this property highly enough - Great quality of fixtures and fittings and the best equipped kitchen, a couple of amateur cooks could ever wish for. Being set on the farm with Skirrd Mountain in the background made a great base for walking and exploring the best the Brecons have to offer.
A FlipKey verified reviewer (March 2012)

Owners have really thought out the layout and what was on offer. On hand when needed too. Welcome pack very welcome!
Miss Caudwell (March 2012)

Fantastic Christmas Getaway !
Can not recommend this property highly enough - Great quality of fixtures and fittings and the best equipped kitchen, a couple of amateur cooks could ever wish for. Being set on the farm with Skirrd Mountain in the background made a great base for walking and exploring the best the Brecons have to offer.
Customer 82 (01 March 2012)

The way the cottage was decorated and furnished was very modern, fresh and clean. The cottage owners were very friendly and welcoming and let us explore the farm with our two year old, which she loved! The perfect weekend, thank you.
Mrs Thacker from Coventry (February 2012)

The cottage owners were very friendly and welcoming and let us explore the farm with our two year old, which she loved! The perfect weekend, thank you.
Ms Thacker (February 2012)

The standard & quality of the property were fantastic and above our expectations. Would recommend and without hesitation and stay again if in the area.
Customer 85 (05 January 2012)

We had a very friendly welcome to a beautifully designed and thoroughly equipped cottage (at a very reasonable price too!), and it proved to be a great base for a week in this gorgeous part of Wales. We enjoyed trips out to nearby abergavenny, Blaenavon, through Golden Valley and on to Talgarth, Hay-on-Wye and Brecon ... but also loved relaxed evenings tucked up in the cottage. As an extra bonus the tiny village has an unpretentious Michelin-starred restaurant, The Walnut Tree, which serves extremely tasty, locally-sourced food. Any downsides? None for us but don't expect a local shop, and watch out for the peacocks! Only hesitation in our recommendation is that we don't want to make this so popular that we can't re-book!
Chris and Gail (December 2011)

Would recommend and without hesitation and stay again if in the area.
Mrs Lowe (December 2011)

Thy Byre is a really lovely cottage in a beautiful location near Abergavenny. The owners were very friendly, showed us round and even prepared a gateaux as a 'Welcome Present'!! The cottage inside is nicely decorated, spacy and stylish. As a bonus for gourmets; it is not far from the Michelin Star Restaurant Walnut Tree! We would like to say thank you to the owners; our family had a lovely stay at The Byre and we would definitely recommend it to our friends and family when they come to visit us again!
Customer 88 (08 November 2011)

Comfortable, quiet, lovely and extremely well-equipped cottage. A really helpful owner. Great situation for exploring the area with The Walnut Tree Inn being a nearby bonus. Very reasonably priced let too. Hope to go back one day.
Mr Lawther from Worthing (October 2011)

The owners were very friendly, showed us round and even prepared a gateaux as a 'Welcome Present'!! The cottage inside is nicely decorated, spacy and stylish. As a bonus for gourmets; it is not far from the Michelin Star Restaurant Walnut Tree! We would like to say thank you to the owners; our family had a lovely stay at The Byre and we would definitely recommend it to our friends and family when they come to visit us again!
Ms Malinge (October 2011)

A really helpful owner. Great situation for exploring the area with The Walnut Tree Inn being a nearby bonus. Very reasonably priced let too. Hope to go back one day.
Mr Lawther (October 2011)

The property was superb and the owners were very friendly and made us very welcome.
Mrs Parry from Montgomery (September 2011)

Great hosts and a good base from which to tour South Wales. We enjoyed getting out and about but also relaxing at times in and around the property.
Mr & Mrs Arkley from North Shields (July 2011)

We enjoyed getting out and about but also relaxing at times in and around the property.
Mr & Mrs Arkley (July 2011)

The lovely accommodation, location, Welsh cakes, dogs, peacocks etc etc. Everything about this accommodation was good quality and it felt like the owners had gone out of their way to make us feel welcome. It is the nicest place we have stayed at.
Mrs Willcocks from Ashford (May 2011)

Our unseasonably warm and sunny week in the Black Mountains was more than equalled by the warm and generous welcome we received at this newly opened property. The cottage itself is well furnished and equipped, and well located for days out by car along the Heads of the Valleys, Black Mountains, and the borderlands along the Wye Valley. The walk up Skirrid Fawr is easily achieved directly from the cottage. There are a couple of very nice restaurants within a short drive from the cottage; but we found we had to go a bit further to find a pub. All this at a very reasonable price - highly recommended!
A FlipKey verified reviewer (May 2011)

Everything about this accommodation was good quality and it felt like the owners had gone out of their way to make us feel welcome. It is the nicest place we have stayed at.
Mrs Willcocks (May 2011)

Owner provided welcome supplies on arrival - cake, milk, bread etc - which were lovely. The location of the property is ideal for a variety of excellent days out and provides a warm and comfortable base to which to return. It is also very peaceful despite being a working farm.
Mr Read-Leah from Sittingbourne (March 2011)

The location of the property is ideal for a variety of excellent days out and provides a warm and comfortable base to which to return. It is also very peaceful despite being a working farm.
Mr Read-Leah (March 2011)

We liked everything about The Byre. It was so clean and airy, everything was first class.
Mr Farrell from Livingston (February 2011)

It was so clean and airy, everything was first class.
Mr Farrell (February 2011)

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