Under The Thatch

Treberfedd is a beautiful thatched cottage surrounded by some of the finest scenery in Ceredigion, West Wales.

It sits in 67 acres of organic meadow and woodland that is yours to explore. You can even buy organic beef, lamb and wool from the farm.

The poet Dylan Thomas described this landscape as 'the most precious place in the world' - come and find out what makes it so special!

Built in the late 1600s (and with original wall-paintings to prove it), the house was modernised in 1802, and restored in 2006.

It now provides comfortable accommodation for up to 6 just a few minutes drive inland from the coast (famous for its views and dolphins).

The internal layout (two sitting rooms, two dining areas etc) means that it still feels like a cosy cottage when just two stay.

What we love most about Treberfedd is the great walks about the organically farmed land that adjoing the cottage (waymarked nature trail etc), and also the great collection of antique country furniture that furnishes the house.

Relax in a well-worn leather armchair by the woodburner or feel free to visit the rare-breed animals reared on the land that comes with your cottage.

Treberfedd is peacefully located on a large open farm courtyard, away from where farm machinery or modern sheds could cause a disturbance.

The cottage is centrally heated with underfloor heating so you're guaranteed a warm and cosy welcome at any time of year.

There is an effective wood-burning stove in the lower sitting room, and the starter basket of logs provided.

The cottage doesn't have broadband but only a 12 minute drive to the Harbourmaster where you can enjoy free wireless Broadband over a coffee/ drink or award-winning seafood.

Still not convinced? Click here to see the local coast as captured in an amateur video. It really is magic.

In detail:

Traditional 'Cegin Fawr' Living Room with a powerful wood-burning stove (first basket of logs supplied)in the old inglenook. The antique leather sofa and chairs are really comfortable. It really knocks the heat out well! Welsh dresser, seventeenth century cupboard, and doors to kitchen, dining room and lobby. Portable television and DVD player (also plays CDs.

The dining room has a large oak refectory table, Georgian longcase clock c1800, oak Welsh dresser and corner cupboards. Doors to patio and back to Cegin Fawr. Plenty of space for a real feast!

The parlour has comfortable sofas and armchairs, a beautiful Georgian country cupboard, Welsh stick chair etc. A peaceful room with remnants of wall-paintings from the late 1600s - some of the best preserved in Wales. Access to front and rear lobby.

The kitchen is a room of two halves - one end is a standard modern fitted kitchen, the other has a rustic table, settle and chairs for lunching/ dining when two. Lovely views from the windows. Microwave and all the usual appliances.

The bathroom is accessed off the rear lobby on the ground floor. Shower over bath in a simple, white, modern style.

Upstairs:

Bedroom 1 is a good size and has windows to two sides. The antique double bed dates to around 1840 and is complemented by a very early clothes press (late 1600s), and pleasant Georgian country chest, side tables etc. Wide-plank floor with rugs.

Bedroom 2 is large and contains three single beds, two of which are an antique pair, as well as other antique country furniture, and a large cot for baby.

Bedroom 3 is small but fine for a child, it contains a standard single bed. Window to front.

Outside there is a patio courtyard to the front and a small lawn/meadow up on the bank behind the house.

Visitors are welcome to follow the nature trail through the woodlands and fields and guided walks of the farm are also available. There is also the opportunity to buy organic rare-breed beef or lamb to eat/ take home.

What is there to do locally?

A short drive of just 7 miles (10>12 minutes) takes you to the lovely harbour town of Aberaeron -one of the prettiest seaside towns in Wales.

There you can walk down by the lovely riverside walk to the beach or eat out on the famous local seafood (some of the world's best lobsters!) in harbourside restaurants.

Just 5 miles from Treberfedd is the fantastic National Trust Llanerchaeron estate where you can explore the mansion, walk the guided walks around parkland, or just enjoy a traditional afternoon tea by the river.

A short drive inland (7 miles) from the cottage is the UK's smallest University town - Lampeter - the oldest University in England/Wales after Oxford and Cambridge. Stop off at Conti's Italian cafe for home-made Italian ice-cream, or to wander through the University cloisers.

Guests at Trebefedd have exclusive access to over 2 miles of private footpaths around the farm and woodlands. The streamside walk through the semi-ancient ash and hazel woodland is particularly beautiful and there is plenty to see with red kites being a common site.

Treberfedd is a great base for walking holidays in west wales. The farm is close to the Aeron Valley route from Aberaeron to Lampeter and the Ceredigon coastal path which encompasses dramatic cliffs, sandy bays, fantastic views and wildlife - with wild dolphins regularly seen.

You can always take a boat trip to get really close (sightings very common but not guaranteed!). Click HERE to see some footage taken from the coastline nearest to Treberfedd - 50 dolphins at one time!

The sandy beach at New Quay is just a few miles away (15 minutes or less in car), or the nearest beach is Cei Bach (approx 9 miles) which is where Keira Knightley and Sienna Miller just filmed the new feature film 'The Edge of Love'.

This is the county website which has loads of info about where to go, best local organic foods, best days out etc.