What our guests say

Some up to date extracts of the entries copied from our good old fashioned Visitors Book and those published on AirBnB and Tripadvisor

‘Such a lovely quiet location in really beautiful countryside and therefore a good contrast to London.  The cottage is exceptionally we  equipped with everything which might be required.  It is also good to have the Pub nearby for meals. and the staff there are very pleasant’. RG – May ’23

‘We enjoyed celebrating our40th wedding anniversary inn Granary Cottage, which we have got to know so well.  A very enjoyable week with 3 days sunshine but then rain. The cosy lounge with woodburner and books keep us happy.  We were thrilled to see the work being done at Snodhill’. WM – Apr ‘ 23

‘Enjoyed another really comfortable stay at Granary Cottage visiting family locally.  Thanks for everything – it’s a really lovely home from home!’  GS – March ’23

‘Wonderful cottage.  Everything you might possibly need.  Lovely woodburner.  Ideal for getting to Brecon Beacons and mid-Wales.  We had a very Happy Christmas.’  TH – Dec ’22

‘Another lovely stay at Granary Cottage visiting our son and his family.  Always very cosy and warm and comfortable’.  DB – Dec ’22

‘Like many others guests who stay here often, we have enjoyed another lovely time in Dorstone. We enjoyed hearing the Brecon Male Voice Choir in the Church (St Faith’s) – wow – the acoustics were great and the choir wowed us all! Caught many barbel and club on the River Wye – the main reason we come! Lovely walks, including Moccas Park and National Nature Reserve nearby – lovely ridge walk with the Wye Valley on one side and the Golden Valley on the other. FT – Oct ’22

‘What a fabulous cottage!  We felt at home straight away here at Granary.  It is so well equipped and very thoughtfully arranged with everything we needed for a perfect break.  Thank You!  Dorstone is a quiet and peaceful village and perfectly location for exploring the area, on foot or in the car.  SN – Sept ’22

‘Yet another excellent visit to Granary Cottage.  Managed to do some new walks in Brecon and visited Abergavenny for the first time.  Repeated several walks tht we enjoyed in previous visits including a trip to Talgarth and Cussop Dingle.  Still no sign of those elusive ‘fairies’!  As before, excellent base with everything we needed.  IG – Sep ’22

‘Arriving a t Granary Cottage was a very welcome surprise.  Lovely detached location!  We enjoyed having all amenities inside we could wish for.  It gives everything you may need.  We did enjoy several nice walks and village – visits around the beautiful landscapes!  RS – Sep ’22

‘Another lovely stay at Granary Cottage.  Great weather for walks to Arthur’s Stone and Snodhill Castle – both with fantastic views.  Also visited Weir Gardens, Oakchurch Farm Shop for ice cream and a browse, walked along river with lunch at the Blue Boar and then went round newly renovated Castle in Hay.  Food and welcome at The Pandy exceptional.  The Bridge in Michaelchurch also worth a visit.  Looking forward to planning our next visit!.’  SA – August ’22

‘Every detail thought of, beautiful location and property. Would recommend to anyone. Everything we could possibly need was available to us. We all had a lovely, family break’. posted on Airbnb LL – July ’22

‘Latest visit to Granary Cottage (8th?).  We visited: The National Botanic Gardens of Wales, Tintern Abbey, Hat Castle – newly restored.  All well worth a visit.  Pandy Inn as great as ever!.  FT – July ’22
‘A lovely stay in Granary Cottage.  It’s an ideal place to explore the area.  The Pandy Inn is friendly an serves great food’  JH – July ’22
‘Everything had been thought of, we were so glad of the fan in the heat!  Our 6th visit to Granary Cottage.  Love it, love it, love it!  DM – June ’22
‘2nd stay at this lovely Cottage … a ‘home from home’ and ideal for us visiting family and friends in the area.  Thanks for everything – we’ll be back no doubt!  DS – June ’22
‘Yet another great week at Granary Cottage, managed to dodge the showers to do some lovely walks.  Karen and Rob at The Nags Head in Peterchurch looked after our evening meals, I would highly recommend them  Sad to leave, but will be returning at the end of August for a much longer visit, can’t wait! Thanks you Kiki for a smashing home from home.  IG – June ’22
A truly wonderful week at hay Festival.  So well organised and amazing volunteers working there.  Our 2nd stay – brilliant Cottage.  Many thanks.  DW – June ’22
‘We have had a wonderful week here – even the weather has  been kind. So good to be able to sit out in a pleasant garden after morning walks. Eating at the Pandy Inn was also a pleasure – Curry and Quiz night quite an experience.  The Cottage is very homely and welcoming and very well equipped.  Very good location for walking and friendly village – had coffee and cake in the community hub’. PS – May 2022 
‘We’ve had a very peaceful and enjoyable week at Granary Cottage (reluctant to leave).It is well positioned for  visits to Hay-on-Wye, Brecon, Tretower Castle and Court, Hergest Croft Gardens, Brobury House and Gardens and Oakland Owl Centre.  The Cottage is very comfortable with excellent facilities.  We can recommend Fish and Chips from the van on Tuesdays, bacon rolls at the Front Room on Friday and of course the Pandy inn..  We would definitely like to stay again.’  – BD – May 2022
‘We have spent a lovely few days at Granary Cottage.  Everything that we possibly could need was provided.  A good location for local walks and close to the Pandy Inn for food at the end of the day’ and  ‘Super, clean and welcoming accommodation.  Will definitely use again if in the area’. – posted on Airbnb –JP – April 2022
We’ve had a lovely stay in your very very cosy cottage.  The weather has been good for us and we enjoyed the walk  to Arthurs Stone and the Castle.  Mum would love the walking here – can’t  believe she hasn’t been!’ KA – April 2022
Beautiful Cottage, weather been kind, amazing views and walks, everyone very friendly, Pandy Inn very welcoming and great food,.  Cottage has everything we needed.  We loved our stay, Thank you.  SP – April 2022
”We have enjoyed wonderful weather, our first stay here in Spring – our favourite places to visit look different with trees not yet in leaf.  Thank you again for this cosy and well-equipped cottage, with everything we need – we loved the new wood burner!  We look forward to coming again soon.’  WM – March 2022
 ‘Lovely comfortable house with everything we needed. Kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans , plates etc. House was spotless and in a great location. Close to loads of great activities. Would definitely stay again. Great communication from hosts’.  JJ – Feb 2022 – posted on Airbnb site

‘Beautiful cottage, lovely views, and walks. The Pandy Inn offers lovely hospitality, food and ale (Butty Bach on draught). Will certainly be returning soon. The Cottage has everything you need – and more.’ DS – Feb 2022

‘Lovely comfortable house with everything we needed Kitchen well stocked with pots and pans, plates. etc. House was spotless and in a great location. Close to loads of great activities. Would definitely stay again.  Great communication from host.  Fabulous place and lovely helpful neighbour that fixed my number plate.  He had glasses, didn’t catch his name but please tell him I’m very grateful.  Posted on Airbnb – JJ – Feb 2022

‘Lovely peaceful stay in very comfortable cottage. Thank you. PS. Both meals out in Hay – amazing!’ SI – Jan 2022

‘Cosy cottage, lovely village, beautiful area (despite rain and mist!). Loved the Pandy Inn, what a welcome.  Thank you Kiki and Andy, we enjoyed our Christmas with a difference.  SG – Dec 2021

‘Our son lives in Dorstone so we know it well. However, this time we have come away with friends so decided to rent Granary Cottage.  We have not be disappointed!  It has been a short pre-Christmas break which we have all enjoyed.  We enjoyed our usual visit to the Pandy and the usual welcome!   Although it has been cold (well it is December!) we were pleased to experience the clear night sky and wonderful display of the Milky Way!   DB – Dec 2021

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