Guests say
The Courtyard in Kington offers a peaceful and scenic setting with friendly hosts, Michael and Betty. Guests have enjoyed the spacious property, good kitchen facilities, and the wealth of local attractions and walking opportunities. While some guests mentioned issues with cleanliness and comfort, the unique charm and helpfulness of the hosts are frequently praised.
Several reviews mention issues with dust, cobwebs, and a need for a deeper clean, suggesting room for improvement in cleanliness.
The location is consistently described as beautiful and peaceful, ideal for walking and exploring local history, with a pub nearby and a short drive to town.
Mixed feedback on comfort, with some guests finding the property spacious and comfortable, while others reported an uncomfortable bed and issues with heating.
Facilities are generally well-received, particularly the kitchen, though some guests noted maintenance issues and suggested updates to heating and the en-suite.
Hosts are noted for their thoughtfulness, providing local information and occasional gifts, though it's politely noted that such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
The Courtyard is a delightfully converted barn resting among the wondrous countryside of the Welsh Marches, within the village of Gladestry in Powys. Its warming interior, beautiful garden and superb countryside location make it a desirable stay for couples seeking that long-awaited cottage holiday. Upon entering this cosy holiday home, discover its lovely dining table which leads into the spacious yet snug sitting room, this warming layout offers comfortable seating, an enticing electric fire and an impressive library of fascinating books to sit and read at your leisure. Adjacent to this is the splendid, well-appointed kitchen, lined with fresh wooden units and providing you with a thoughtful welcome pack to sit in front of the TV and enjoy of a night-time. Admire the fine artwork before taking the stairs to the first floor, here you will find a stunning shower room which sits close to the tranquil double bedroom, enhanced by attractive exposed beams and a convenient en-suite to complete the interior in fine style. To the back of The Courtyard you will find a glorious enclosed garden, a truly serene spot to deservedly unwind when you're not out trekking the fabulous surrounding countryside. Gladestry is a welcoming holiday base encompassed by breath-taking countryside to walk or cycle through.There is local pub The Swan 1 mile away in Huntington, and the beautifully scenic The Harp Inn at Old Radnor, just over 2 miles from Gladestry. This location is fantastic for lovers of the outdoors, as well as the Welsh Marches valleys and the Offa's Dyke Path, you can also easily reach the magnificent Shropshire Hills AONB which also plays host to the capturing market town of Hay-on-Wye with its quaint amenities and castle. Other popular spots include Leominster, Kington and Llandrindod Wells. The Courtyard is the base for publisher and bookseller Scorpion Press.You will find on display a selection of signed leather bound first editions, author material and empheria by many famous authors that have published including Dick Francis, Colin Dexter (author of Inspector Morse) Ruth Rendell, Ian Rankin and Bernard Cornwall. In the lounge are to be found shelves of collectible 1st editions which are offered for sale.Perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, book lovers and couples seeking a rural retreat.
Gladestry is a village with a pub, in the valleys of the Welsh Marches and on the Offa's Dyke Path. Attractions close by include the Kingswood Small Breed Farm Park and Owl Centre, the blooms at the Hergest Croft Gardens, the Mortimer Trail and the Offa's Dyke Path. Visit the charming market towns of Kington and Hay-on-Wye.
Accommodation
One bedroom: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with electric fire.
Electric heating, electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV, WiFi, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Lockable storage.
Enclosed courtyard with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Pub 1 mile, shop 5 miles.
Note: No children allowed at property.
Nearby points of interest
- Hergest Ridge
- Hergest Croft Gardens
- Llandrindod Wells Lake Park
- Motte at Builth Castle
- Kington Museum
- Hay Festival
- The National Cycle Museum
- Llandrindod Wells Heritage Trail
- Wyeside Arts Centre
Reviews (18)
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Andrew
Will be happy to return.
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Stuart
However, the property is in desperate need of a deep clean. There are cobwebs, spiders and dust everywhere. The bed needs attention. The en- suite shower is not fit for purpose. Access to the accommodation is down the side of the ownerâs property and is extremely narrow. However, the owner did offer us access through his house to assist with our luggage. Less abled individuals would definitely struggle.
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Michael
The house was freezing cold on our arrival and the heating in rooms is somehow separate from central heating and difficult to work out. Instead of a relaxing start to our holidays we spent first two days trying to warm up the house with a portable heater and keeping the doors downstairs wide open. The bedroom heating was not working at all and the kitchen seems to have no central heating installed. Dining area is in the corridor and it is very cold and dark for meals and playing games. Thankfully we spent most of our holidays outside the house but after being on walks all day it would have been nice to come back to a warm cottage. The cold added unnecessary stress and the heating should have been set and checked well before our arrival. Kitchen is huge and it would have been helpful to have labels on where things are as there are many random things in dusty cupboards without much order. We felt it was a missed opportunity as the lounge is set up really nicely for reading by the fire and the vintage decor is great but it would make more sense to have a dining table there to not shiver during breakfast and dinner. I hope the feedback will help others choose their stay according to their needs better.