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26 January to 30 January
“Thank you first for the people who maintain Plas. We came here on a one off short break that we found looking through the internet for somewhere we could get away from the hassle and troubles of the modern world through TV and radio, cities and modernised villages. As soon as we drove up the road to here, we knew it was going to be something special. The cottage is something else, everything you need is here, the walks are outstanding. Its peaceful, quiet and with sounds of nature everywhere. All we had to do was open our eyes. A very big thank you to everyone involved for this incredible journey around the Plas Farm. Nature = Evolution=I=You. To: C Sharp is to tune C Sharp with Nature. When you See Sharp, Your Eyes will be Open. One Life. Live It.” The Williams Family from Caerphilly, South Wales
P.S. We nearly made it to the summit if it wasn’t for the water bogged field so we turned back but we did see the sea! Maybe next time we will find a better route.
2 February to 8 February
Delighted we chose one of your cottages. We’ll be back soon. Thak you for making us so welcome.” The Roberts from Abersoch in North Wales
14 February to 21 February
“We have so enjoyed exploring the beautiful Welsh mountains and many free attractions – Welsh Museum of Life, Waterfront etc. It was great to come back to this lovely cottage each evening and have ‘switched off’ and relaxed all week. So peaceful. We would recommend this to our friends and family. Many thanks for making it so comfy and ofcourse, a stroll for the lovely little Holly. By the way, found all the farm history and information pack wonderful – excellent work!” The Jones Family from Sussex
20 March to 22 March
“What a fantastic place! We have only stayed two nights but wish we could stay longer. Weather has been great which has made it all the better! Thank you!” Bridget, Paul, Matt & Karen from New Zealand
27 March to 29 March
“We feel so refreshed. To arrive to stars, sheep, babbling brook and to enjoy a mix of weather (yes even the rain is wonderful) was just the break I needed. The cottage is so homely and comfortable and we very much appreciated the tour of the farm and your warm generous hospitality. It was a pleasure to meet you and we hope to see you again soon. Thank you! Also highly recommended are the Welsh sausages, Edwards of Conwy available in Tesco’s” Dave & Anne from Queensland, Australia
4 April to 11 April
“Have enjoyed a second visit. Very lucky with the weather. Read the Plas Farm Trail cover to cover and learnt a lot of history – so have ordered our copy! Made the walk ever better & didn’t get lost this time!! Have been geo-chaching in the Brecon Beacons, cycling along Mumbles, done the big caves and parts of the coastal walk and there is still so much more. Thank you for a great place.” Dave from Derbyshire
11 April to 18 April
“Very nice cottage – enjoyed y third time here. Comfy beds, nice views, enjoyed the sound of the river. Thank you. “ Jessica from Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen
“Wonderful family get together at the Cardamon in Pontardawe – we took over the restaurant! Wonderful walks along the coastal path from Langland to Caswell Bay and also on the beaches, At last we completed the Plas Farm Trail! Amazing time at the Red Kite Feeding Station. Over all – a wonderful holiday!” Wendy, Alan & Della (a very special dog) from Newton-Le-Willows
18 April to 24 April
“Lovely cottage in a superb setting. Most impressed with the information book which we found most interesting and useful. We have enjoyed ourselves immensely. Thank you.” Roland and June from Cornwall P.S. Love the photos dotted around, especially the ones on the stairs.
27 April to 4 May
“Have had a really lovely week – will definitely plan to return. Reasearching family tree in and arond Cwmllynfell. People so friendly in Swansea, Ystradgynlais etc. Libraries, archives etc. Local ‘eating’ excellent – spoilt for choice. Just loved the cottage – home fro home.” Martin & Sue, Reading, Berkshire
11 May to 16 May
“Saw some beautiful places including ofcourse the Gower and some terrific bays.” The Dales from Bristol with Alfie the Tibetan Terrier
30 May to 6 June
“Just spent a marvellous week in a lovely cottage in tranquil peaceful surroundings. Weather has been exceptionally good (very hot). Enjoyed visiting local beauty spots, thought the Gower was particularly beautiful especially Rhossilli Bay. Thought the book The Plas Farm Trail was very interesting and all the information very helpful. Time to go home came all too soon but hope to return as we enjoyed it so much.” Ann, Roger & Cassie the Labrador from Wakefield.
10 June to 20 June
“Thank you for your wonderful, extremely well equipped cottage – we have had ten great days here. What a lovely location in beautiful Wales and central to so much. God bless you.” John, Heather, Len & Janet from Dover, Kent
24 June to 25 June
“We’ve had a great two days here. Cottage is so cosy and decor etc. Lovely. And information books helpful. Beautiful waterfall trails walk we went and Rhossilli Bay. Weather has been quite hot. Glad it rained Thursday night to cool us down. Beautiful stream outside cottage to listen – so relaxing and peaceful and quiet. Hope to return again and thank you!” Zita & Ian, West Midlands
7 July to 11 July
“An extremely well equipped cottage and a great holiday home – perfect for our needs. Loved the cosy, homely feel and the kitchen which had salt, pepper etc. – great that we didn’t need to buy these – a real plus. Will recommend you and possibly return. Thanks for a relaxing holiday.” Kim from Buckinghamshire
21 July to 25 July
“We had a really comfortable stay in this lovely holiday cottage. We managed to complete three Afan Valley mountain bike trails – the Penhydd is the best one! The National Cave Centre was quite interesting - although we are a little too old to appreciate the large plastic dinosaurs! The cottage had everything we could wish for and our hosts were so friendly and helpful. Nice relaxing break for me? Well it would have been had I not been trudging up mountains on a bike! Lovely setting. Comfortable and clean. Thank you.” Steve and Sally from Ipswich
25 July to 1 August
“Thank you for a very comfortable week in this lovely and well equipped cottage. Enjoyed: Henrhyd Falls – free to park and amazing to walk behind the waterfall – wear suitable clothes, you get wet whatever the weather! Red Kite Feeding Station: Lovely drive over the Black Mountains to Llanddeusant – found it quite easily. Fantasitc to see 50+ birds fly in to feed. Neath: Lovely Abbey ruin (free to park and visit), good market – delicious hot Welsh cakes!, good selection of shops ( 1½ hour parking £1 in Morrisons, money back if shopping in supermarket) Plas Farm Trail Book – enjoyed reading it – Thank You Richard! – Walk well sign posted, good walk with lovely views – thank you again. Tescos in Pontardawe has it all – cash machines/petrol open 24 hours. Thank you again, would love to come back.” Jayne from Somerset.
8 August to 15 August
“Had a great holiday. Weather was a bit changeable but nobody’s fault! Cottage was very central for visiting all the local sights etc. Diolch yn fawr iawn.” Denise, Mike and Emma from North Wales
22 August to 29 August
We had a lovely week in your comfortable, spacious and very well equipped cottage. We had some lovely days off – highlights included Dan Yr Ogof Caves and a day at Port Eynon rock-pooling. Climbing Pen-Y-Fan with dogs and children was also a great day. Richard’s book was very interesting and brilliantly written – thank you! Also huge thanks for the fantastic information folder. The itineraries were inspirational. We will definitely be back and won’t hesitate to recommend. We are already hoping to spend a family Christmas here one year. Thank you for a lovely break.” The Milner Family from Salisbury
30 August to 3 September
“Alas, we have to leave and return to normality. The drudge of day to day life and leave this little bit of heaven. We and our new puppy Jasper thoroughly enjoyed the Plas Farm Trail – many thanks for the handy guide in the plastic wallet – it was already a little dogeared – its even more so now – and a little damp! The excellent information folder has so whet our appetite for more. I am sure we will be back –there is just so mucgh to see and do around here! Many thanks for a fabulous visit." Mr & Mrs Porter from Lincoln
5 September to 12 September
“We have had a wonderful week here. The cottage very cosy, warm and well equipped. The weather after such a rotten summer has been lovely. We have had the most amazing walks – thoroughly enjoyed by Flora our black Labrador as well as ourselves. We could happily have stayed for another week as there is so much to do so maybe we will be lucky enough to come back again.” The Clark Family from Sussex
12 September to 19 September
“Our third stay on the farm in this lovely cottage and we have had a whole week of warm, glorious sunshine, not one drop of rain!! Another peaceful, relaxing break from London, enjoying walks around the area and through the woods with our border collie Brody. We will by coming back again in 2010 and hopefully it will be to stay in Pontardawe for good!” Helen, Maureen, Johnny & Brody from London.
19 September to 2 October
“What a wonderful two weeks we spent with this cosy cabin as our home. We were blessed with warm sunny weather and only a few rain drops one day. Communing with nature while on the Plas Farm Trail walk, in Cilybebyll, in Rhossilli, in Laugharne, at the Cistercian Abbey in Neath really centered us! We are thankful that you provide so many ideas about outings in South Wales. This country is beautiful - we go home relaxed, rested and rejuvenated and centered! We enjoyed hours of reading in the living room and appreciated the bed – we slept so well. The kitchen is a marvel, lacking nothing. With a rolling pin and board, I could even have made baked goods. Appreciated the clothes washer and the clothes line in the back – with a babbling river just below. Thank you. “ Anne & Thom, U.S.A.
3 October to 10 October
“Fantastically well appointed cottage. Thoroughly enjoyed our week here. Highly recommend visits to the Worm’s Head and Oxwich Beach (Gower), Aberdulais Falls and Red Kite Feeding on the Black Mountain. Ate at the Butchers Arms – extremely good but busy so be prepared for a wait. Good place for dogs too – our two have had a great time. Many thanks.” The Allens from North Devon |
