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Garth Gell

guests 6   near Dolgellau, Snowdonia National Park, North Wales

A secluded off-grid Welsh farmhouse in Snowdonia near Dolgellau, ideal for a 'digital detox' retreat

Y Bragdy

guests 4   Betws-y-Coed, Snowdonia National Park

A modern rustic Snowdonia holiday cottage retreat near Betws-y-Coed. This cottage is the perfect base to explore the lakes and mountains of beautiful Snowdonia National Park, and visit the gorgeous beaches of Anglesey.

'Teach Mhicí' - Mickey's Cottage

guests 4   Restored from a ruin by Under the Thatch, at Dooey beach, West Donegal, Ireland

Owned and restored directly by Under the Thatch, and in the most remarkable beachfront location!

Suffolk House

guests 10   Restored by friends at Stutton on the River Stour in Suffolk, under 2 hours from London

Restored by friends, we're delighted to be the only cottage agency representing this fine country house in Suffolk with estuary access. It's the perfect location for a large family get-together.

Trehilyn Uchaf

guests 5   Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

This is the Pembrokeshire Farm owned by Griff Rhys Jones that he lets for holidays when he isn’t home in Wales. In the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park near great coastal walks.

Melin Trehilyn

guests 4   Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Dog-friendly holiday cottage restored by Griff Rhys Jones and family on the Pembrokeshire coast

Bwthyn Trehilyn

guests 6   Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Bwthyn Trehilyn is a dog-friendly holiday cottage restored by Griff Rhys Jones and family in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

Blaen y Buarth

guests 6   Amongst the peaks of the Snowdonia National Park

Traditional Eryri/ Snowdonia mountain holiday cottage at Penmachno. Great views, plenty of land and the perfect location in the heart of the Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park.

The Land Girls' House

guests 4   Restored in conjunction with UTT near Glastonbury, Somerset, England

Restored by our good friends Mary and Michael, we're delighted to be the only cottage agency representing this genuine 1940s corrugated tin holiday cottage near Glastonbury in Somerset. This project is craftsman Michael's labour of love!

Bryn Eglur

guests 4   Restored from ruin in conjunction with Under the Thatch, near Trelech in Carmarthenshire

Restored from a ruin in conjunction with Under the Thatch by master craftsman /designer Dorian Bowen.

Capel Pennant

guests 2   Chirk Castle estate, near Llangollen, NE Wales

An immaculate restoration by our friends Nick and Derek; this romantic Chirk cottage is one of the most romantic we've seen!

Caban Llys-y-Frân

guests 2   Built directly by Under the Thatch - at Llys-y-Fran, Narberth, Pembrokeshire

It took years of planning applications, but we eventually got permission to build this cute tin cottage as an Under the Thatch newbuild in the most amazing Pembrokeshire location!

Cwm Hill

guests 2   Restored directly by Under the Thatch - at Llys-y-Fran, Narberth, Pembrokeshire

Rescued from a roofless ruin by Under the Thatch, a sweet 1850s Welsh country cottage.

Penrhiw

guests 6   Restored from derelict in conjunction with UTT at Abercych, Pembrokeshire.

Restored from derelict in conjunction with UTT at Abercych, North Pembrokeshire - our friend Stirling has done a super job here!

Popty Pennant

guests 2   Chirk Castle estate, Llangollen, North Wales

A tiny, gorgeous rustic bolthole near Llangollen, North Wales!

Quinta Coimbra

guests 4   restored in conjunction with UTT in Villa Nova de Poiares, Coimbra, Portugal

Restored by our good friend Denise, we're delighted to be the only cottage agency representing this adorable Portuguese family holiday villa in the hills near Coimbra. Great country interior, wonderful views and a chance to jump in the cold cistern outside on hot days!

Tŷ Rownd

guests 2   Renovated in conjunction with UTT at Aberaeron, Ceredigion, West Wales

Renovated in conjunction with Under the Thatch by our good friends Mandy and Gary, this is a cute modern thatch cottage.

Tŷ Unnos

guests 3   Newly built in conjunction with Under the Thatch near Trelech, Carmarthenshire

Designed and built in conjunction with Under the Thatch by master craftsman and stylist Dorian Bowen. We were part of the team that built this remarkable place, as seen as a special edition of our show on S4C 'Y Ty Cymreig' ('The Welsh House').

Tyn Y Simdde

guests 5   restored in conjunction with UTT at Llanfachreth in the heart of Eryri/ Snowdonia National Park

Restored by friends Marit and Mike, this has been one of our most popular Snowdonia cottages over many years. It has a super location right up on the mountainside above Dolgellau in the Snowdonia National Park, the perfect cottage for hillwalkers and those who love seclusion.

Maison Lavandes

guests 3   Restored in conjunction with UTT near Corbieres, Languedoc, South-West France

Restored in conjunction with Under the Thatch by friends Diane and Peter in the Corbieres region of Languedoc, France. This traditional holiday cottage sits in a quiet village with a charming interior and short drive to beaches, river bathing, or wine tasting or Carcassonne.

Krakow Old Town Apartment

guests 5   Restored directly by Under the Thatch in Krakow Old Town centre, Poland

Restored directly by Under the Thatch, initially as the family home of our Director, now as a let.

Drumskinny Farm

guests 4   Restored in conjunction with Under the Thatch in the Fermanagh countryside of the West of Northern Ireland

Restored in consultation with Under the Thatch, and one of our most cherished locations.

Bwlch Newydd

guests 5   the best of rural Carmarthenshire, with amazing views over the Towy Valley

We're delighted to be sole agents for this expertly restored Welsh country cottage in the most idyllic location imaginable!

Fron Fach

guests 4   Near Llangrannog and Penbryn beaches

Delighted to be the only cottage agency to represent this dog-friendly cottage on the edge of a beautiful woodland near our former home. Having lived for 15 years in this valley, we can reassure you it's very special!

Traighenna Bay

guests 4   Overlooking Traighenna Bay and Glenveagh National Park in West Donegal, near Dooey (and other) beaches

Renovated directly by Under the Thatch on Traighenna Bay, West Donegal.

Cwch Bach

guests 2   Montgomeryshire, Powys, Wales

Stylish shepherd's hut and Welsh cabin for the best glamping in Wales, near Llanfyllin

*New - Y Felin at Dolaumaen Isaf

guests 2   Mynachlog Ddu, Preseli mountain, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park

New for spring 2024 - Y Felin is a small converted mill owned by friends, in a tranquil Preseli mountain location.