12-20 December 2024 – Rachel & Chris
+ Valus (Thai rescue)
Best Xmas tree in a cottage ever!!!
Arrived with the lurgy which sadly lingered for most of our stay. Despite that, we enjoyed chilling in front of a lovely fire, and a few evenings in the hot tub!
Our pooch Valus was able to properly relax in the enclosed garden and wasn’t quite sure what make of the alpacas and pigs up the hill!
Les and Tigs were super helpful from the get-go, and the gifts were really thoughtful touches!
Hoping to return in 2025 if there’s room – it’s very popular and rightly so!
Best wishes for 2025.
6-9 December 2024 – Trev & Emma
+ Ted (Toy Poodle & Bertie (Shihpoo)
An absolutely beautiful place.
Storm Darragh, you have a lot to answer for!!!
Leaving us with no electricity was the only downside.
Apart from that, Babbling Brook Cottage was an absolutely beautiful place.
Thank you for the most welcoming greeting, and for the beautiful gifts.
This really touched us and was a lovely thought. xx
We cannot thank you enough, the communication was 100% at all times, and kept us updated throughout our stay, especially through ‘Darragh’.
We would love to come back and make the most of the field for our fur-babies as they have enjoyed the relaxation too.
2-6 December 2024 – Emma & Julie
+ Floyd, Bella & Ruby
An incredible little hideaway from the world
Where to start… What an incredible little hideaway from the world you have created! There isn’t anything you’ve not thought of! Perfection!
Meeting Les and Tigs was like meeting old friends!
Kind, welcoming and so thoughtful!
The gifts are the most beautiful touch. We have never felt so welcome – human and dogs! The cottage has an enchanting power that makes you never want to leave.
After a rough 12 months this has been exactly what we needed to recharge.
The hot tub is stunning, the views breath-taking, and the cottage is just the cosiest! The secure field is such a lovely advantage. The photos don’t do this place justice, but i don’t think that’s a bad thing as the wow factor when you walk in is just everything!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
We already can’t wait to come back – see you in 2025!
28-30 November 2024 – Gary & Liza
+ Cassie (Collie x Whippet) & Aero (Greyhound)
We couldn’t ask for anything more!
What a place of perfection. Great country views, quiet location, hot tub, dog friendly, hot tub, field for the dogs and a hot tub… did I mention HOT TUB?
Loved it!
This place has been an absolute joy for us as a get away.
We were welcomed on arrival, shown everything we needed to know to start our couple of days away from home and work!
Thank you for being a great host and for creating such an amazing get away, especially for us dog owners who find it difficult to go on holiday without our dogs. We will definitely be back again! Thank you.
16-21 November 2024 – Graham, Sabine & Marie Christine
+ Jacob, Ida, Heidi, Freya (German Shepherds)
A lovely and relaxing time.
Leaving Babbling Brook Cottage on such a high note. We had a lovely and relaxing time and the secluded fields were wonderful for our four German Shepherd dogs. They loved chasing each other on the hill and to bark at the birds of prey.
The hot tub was a great pick-me-up after a walk in the cold.
Thank you for the welcome hamper – really appreciated. 🙂
14-16 November 2024 – Kaylee & mum
+ Carter & Vinnie (Malinois), Gus (Kelpie)
I would happily stay and make it home!
Can’t thank you enough for such a thoughtful and amazing welcome and stay.
We have enjoyed every second of it!
As I said, I would happily stay and make it home.
Thank you so much. We shall be back! Can’t wait !!!
You should be so proud of what you have created.
12-14 November 2024 – Sarah + Bailey (Chihuahua x Pomeranian)
The perfect retreat!
This holiday cottage has been the perfect retreat!
The cosy atmosphere, beautiful surroundings, and thoughtful amenities made my stay incredibly relaxing. I love how peaceful it is here, while still being close to Lampeter. It’s truly felt like a home away from home.
Thank you for providing such a wonderful place to unwind and enjoy nature.
We hope to be back!
10-12 November 2024 – Ash & Sarah
+ Bella, Poppy (Working Cocker Spaniels), Sessie & Tarn (Border Collies)
Will definitely be back for a longer stay
We only came for two nights, but will definitely be back for a longer stay.
Arrived to a personalised gift and birthday banners.
Lovely place to stay, loved the hot tub and the paddock for our 4 crazy dogs.
See you again in 2025.
8-10 November 2024 – Rhiannon & Paul
+ Bob, Reggie & Otis (British Bulldogs)
The dogs did not want to leave
Thank you for a wonderful stay. The cottage is so beautiful and cosy.
We felt right at home, the dogs did not want to leave.
Everything was just perfect and we will definitely be returning.
Thanks again!
1-8 November 2024 – Gina + Pebbles (Cocker Spaniel)
Another wonderful stay!
My dog is never as happy and relaxed as she is when we are here!
This is the perfect holiday cottage for a dog who is reactive and anxious.
Having use of a 3 acre secure field is pure bliss for my spaniel.
Happy, relaxed dog = happy relaxed human.
I also love the tranquillity, the hot tub and the wonderful location.
Thank you so much, we will be back again.
30 October – 1 November 2024 – Caz, Annabelle + Bramble (Border Collie)
The perfect, relaxing setting to decompress
Thank you so much for making our mini-moon so special!
The perfect, relaxing setting to decompress after a busy wedding weekend.
Bramble LOVED her field walks!
27-30 October 2024 – John, Beth, Imogen & Jimmy
+ Lola (Huntaway Collie), Ted (mix) & Mia (Husky)
The photos on your website don’t do the cottage justice!
The cottage is lovely and had everything we needed.
The hot tub had plenty of use at all times of the day.
It’s so nice to have access to a secure 3 acre dog field – our 3 dogs played hard and slept well.
The welcome basket was a lovely gesture and we really appreciated the personalised gift.
Thank you for a great stay but, like all holidays, it’s gone too quickly.
23-27 October 2024 – Helen & David + Roxy (Boxer X) & Daisy (Terrier X)
We slept so well & relaxed beyond our dreams.
From the moment we arrived and met Tigs, we knew we’d found our place!
Such a warm welcome, everything explained and walking into Babbling Brook was just home from home. You really have thought of everything and more!
We slept so well & relaxed beyond our dreams.
We enjoyed Mwnt beach, Cwmtidu, Llangrannog and a drive from Aberystwyth to Cardigan. A drive through Snowdonia to Porthmadog was well worth it with a stop in Dolgellau. Having never explored Wales before, we wanted to see as much as possible and definitely did!
Our dogs absolutely loved the field and garden, They played hard and slept harder!
The hot tub was welcomed day and night. The views and peace and quiet made us have one regret… we didn’t stay longer! Can’t wait to come back, explore more and relax.
I will miss my 10am lay ins! Thanks for everything Tigs & Les xxx
21-23 October 2024 – Lea, AJ, Ava & Marley
We have had a wonderful stay.
Tigs & Les were incredibly welcoming.
The hamper was a lovely surprise.
The cottage is absolutely stunning, with the bonus of a real fire.
The kids had fun playing the games in the property and helping with the chickens.
Thank you again for a perfect get away. xxx
18-21 October 2024 – Annabel + Rudy (WCS)
Lovely birthday weekend!
Thank you for the welcome basket and eggs. All eaten!
The dog loved the garden and the field, beach walk, Sunday roast at the Black Lion and many DVDs – an ideal spot for a weekend away!
11-18 October 2024 – Debbie & Paul + Hudson & Blue (Weimaraners)
A really cosy cottage which is completely dog friendly.
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home, it is such a dog friendly cottage, and a lovely welcoming pack on our arrival which was much appreciated.
A really cosy cottage which is completely dog friendly, great enclosed garden and superb enclosed field which the dogs loved. The surrounding beaches are wonderful and Longwood Woodland was nice to visit.
Have completely switched off from normal life, so peaceful, quiet and calming, just the sound of nature which was perfect.
Thank you Tigs and Les, we have all had a perfect week. xxx
8-10 October 2024 – Ash, Cath & the 8 pointers!
Wow! Babbling Brook Cottage
You’ve been amazing!
A fantastic base for two crazy dog ladies and 8 pointers!!!
The beaches are amazing for our dogs, as is your enclosed field.
Your welcome was warm, kind and very thoughtful, there’s nothing we would change as it’s been a staycation beyond all our expectations.
Thank you, we will be coming back!!
5-7 October 2024 – Dannii, Graham & Ronnie + Reggie (Staff x Mastiff)
Everything was perfect!
Thank you so much for a lovely stay. Everything was perfect.
The cottage is gorgeous and we love the hot tub. Perfect for our pooch with the lovely walks and gorgeous surroundings – lovely and peaceful. New Quay is a lovely place to visit, lots of fun for our boy, boating and crabbing. Thank you so much. We hope to return.
2-5 October 2024 – Megan, Linda & Dennis + Barry (Labrador)
Really dog friendly, no worries about the dog on the furniture!
A lovely warm welcome with a welcome basket of goodies for the humans and the dog! Very well equipped kitchen, lovely ‘Everhot’ range cooker, little bits and pieces to make it a home from home.
Really dog friendly, no worries about the dog on the furniture!
Hosts were available for any questions which is brilliant.
We visited Cei Bach beach with the dog, superb beach at low tide!
Also walked in Longwood Community Woodland, nice and quiet. We were blessed with some lovely October sunshine which made it even more special!
The enclosed garden and field are a great addition. Les and Tigs have made this a super place to come for a break.
Thank you for everything.
27-30 September 2024 – Bradley & Tabitha + Kai (German Shepherd x Husky)
Perfect getaway from the business of everyday life!
Very warm welcome from lovely hosts. We enjoyed a gorgeous coastal walk along Cei Bach beach with our doggie Kai as well as exploring the waterfall in Cwm Forest. All adventures were finished off by a well needed soak in the lovely hot tub! Ample space and everything you would need from a staycation. Impeccable attention to detail and fantastic finishing touches. Thank you for having us!
24-26 September 2024 – Katie & Danny + Todd & Copper (Beagles)
We were made to feel so welcome!
We have had such a wonderful stay at Babbling Brook.
We were made to feel so welcome from the start and are so grateful for the welcome gifts. Our two beagles loved the secure and spacious garden, and really enjoyed their walks in the fields just behind.
We can’t thank you both enough, this was much needed for us and we will definitely be booking again! We are also obsessed with the hot tub!!!!
Thank you so much! xxxx
22-24 September 2024 – Luke & Sarah + Pablo, Wednesday & Yeezy (Dachshunds)
Really beautiful cottage and setting.
Amazing hosts, very welcoming.
We made good use of the hot tub and our 3 dachshunds made good use of the garden!
We will 100% be rebooking! Many thanks.
17-21 September 2024 – Ruth & Chris + Wilbur & Tetley (German Shepherds)
All in all a lovely relaxing break with the hubby and dogs!
We’ve visited this cottage many times, but our first time with Les and Tigs.
Loved the new Aga! Wonderful stay and made to feel very welcome.
Enjoyed visiting our fave haunts at Penbryn and Aberaeron with it’s colourful cottages. Enjoyed visiting Cei Bach beach and woods for the first time too.
All in all a lovely relaxing break with the hubby and dogs!
14-17 September 2024 – Sian & Richard + Indy (Bernese Mountain Dog)
What a lovely place in the middle of the Welsh countryside.
My husband and I visited for a short break, our fist time with our seven month old Bernese, Indy. The welcome from Les and Tigs (and the dogs) made us feel at home – the gift hamper was a lovely touch.
Our pooch loved running around the field and patrolling the garden, standing watch while we enjoyed soaking in the hot tub. The cottage had everything we needed, and the fresh eggs made breakfasts even better.
We enjoyed wandering around Lampeter and the dog had friendly welcomes at Joio’s (cafe) and the Black Lion. We had a very rainy day out in Aberystwyth but our favourite was a day at Cei Bach beach and Aberaeron (honey ice cream a must). All in all, an excellent stay and first time holiday for Indy. Thanks very much!
7-14 September 2024 – Margaret + Barney (Westie)
The cottage is so tasteful and comfortable.
What a lovely restful break I have had with Barney (my dog).
Highlights – walking in the field, and the hot tub.
I found I need practice lighting the wood burner.
The cottage is so tasteful and comfortable – especially the bed as too often I have stayed in places with dubious quilts and pillows – but not here!
Thank you Les and Tigs for being in the background but available if needed. I will come back next year with my bionic new knee!! x
30 August – 2 September 2024 – Rebekah Mark, Sam & Lottie + Gil (Springer Spaniel)
You went above and beyond and we so appreciate it!
We had a wonderful stay at the cottage. A fabulous opportunity to reconnect with family, away from the business of normal life! The hot tub was a smash hit!
The children really enjoyed paddle boarding in New Quay and the curry from Shapla Tandoori was excellent.
We were made to feel very welcome by Les & Tigs (and the dogs) and everything was beautifully clean and we had absolutely everything we needed – and more!
Thank you so much Les & Tigs – you went above and beyond and we so appreciate it!
27-30 August 2024 – Ellie & Scott + Opie (Old English Bulldog)
Thank-you for a lovely short break!
We loved that the cottage felt like a home away from home and had everything we needed and more! The secure garden, field and hot tub all felt like mega added bonuses! Our bulldog Opie loved all the freedom and was treating the garden as if it were his own by the last night – hourly permitter patrols ensued.
We are so thankful at how friendly and dog savvy Tig was also, although Opie is generally well-rounded, I felt as though i could’ve arrived with a behaviourally challenged dog and this would not of phased Tigs.
We particularly enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub at sunset, listening to the owls hoot, after a long day exploring.
Thank you for the hamper of goodies on arrival – it was a lovely touch and blew us away. We hope to return in the future!
24-26 August 2024 – Michelle, Stuart & Oren + Frankie (Chug) & Indie (Frenchie)
What a beautiful relaxing place.
Very pet friendly. Hosts were amazing and always available if we needed anything. Lovely and clean, very homely cottage with everything we needed.
My son said it was his favourite ever holiday accommodation!
Definitely recommend dolphin spotting in New Quay.
Thanks for a lovely weekend.
20-24 August 2024 – Sarah, Adam, Ollie & Ava + Bruno (Cavapoo)
Wow! What an amazing hidden gem
nestled in the South West Wales countryside.
The cottage is amazing with the most stunning views from the hot tub (which we made good use of!) and the most beautiful sunset if you walk to the top of the adjoining field. Tigs and Les are fabulous host, and have honestly thought of everything from ensuring the hot tub was ready to go on arrival, to the thoughtful hamper & dog treats, not to mention the beautiful personalised gift which was a lovely touch! The information pack was really useful and they were always on hard if we needed them, even had a lovely Reiki session at the end of our -Thank You!
The beds are super comfy, as are the sofas. We loved the cosiness in the evening, making the most of the lovely fire (weather was a bit on the chilly side for August!).
Finally, our 2 year old Cavapoo, Bruno, had the best time. It’s perfect for dogs here, especially having the secured yard and the bonus of the fields, there’s so much space.
We visited new Quay, highly recommend as well as the coastal walk at Llangrannog – stunning views of the coastline. We also visited Aberaeron harbour and Aberystwyth – also worth a visit. Hope to visit again soon!
13-20 August 2024 – Zoe & Nigel + Lizzie & Bear (Border Collies)
We have loved every moment of our stay here.
Thank you so much Tigs and Les for making our first visit gifts to Babbling Brook Cottage so special. The hamper and gifts on arrival made it so personal and thoughtful. We were made to feel very welcome. The cottage is wonderful and a fabulous place to recharge the batteries and take the time to enjoy being quiet. The dogs absolutely loved the paddock to run around in and we enjoyed having the security of a safe space for them. We have absolutely loved exploring a new corner of Wales that has shown us some hidden diamonds. We’ve had brilliant walks along the coast at New Quay and Cwmtydu Beach.
Thank you Tigs for the coaching with Bear – it is already making a huge difference! We have loved our stay here and look forward to coming back again soon. The thought of starry nights and the hot tub make it hard to resist.
10-13 August 2024 – Aisha, Lloyd & Ripley + Obi & Leia
Thank you for making us feel so at home.
We have had a lovely stay and Ripley has had the loveliest Birthday vacation.
The dogs loved the new smells and running free and the hot tub was loved by all. We loved meeting the chickens. They’re so lovely and have lush little personalities!
We loved going on a boat trip in New Quay which was also dog friendly!
We found a little hidden gem called Cwmtydu beach which was once used by pirate smugglers (also dog friendly).
3-10 August 2024 – Linda & Steve + Dennis (Doberman)
Would recommend to others!
The property was lovely with amazing outdoor space and fabulous views Exactly right for our big dog We like the outdoors and challenging walking, running and cycling and the region certainly gave us everything we needed in that respect.
Les and Tigs were perfect hosts, always available and quick to respond but not in your face. It was lovely to relax at the end of a busy day in the hot tub, whatever the weather, as it was in a covered area.
We enjoyed visiting Cors Caron (30 mins drive, free parking) – great for a flat walk /run or a bike ride along the old railway. Another highlight was the Hafod National Trust Estate (45 mins drive, free parking). We walked the Gentleman’s route with Dennis the Doberman – scenic and thankfully, free of wildlife for him to chase!
Best place to eat – Falcondale Hotel (15 mins drive) – not cheap, but amazing view from the conservatory and fabulous food and service. Also enjoyed Aberaeron harbour and beach.
Thanks Wales, it’s been fun xxx
27 July -3 August 2024 – Lisa, Ali & Sophie + Rolo (Springer spaniel)
We have had the best time in your little piece of heaven
Thank you so much for a wonderful stay and week away! We have had the best time in your little piece of heaven. Thank you for sharing it with us.
We will definitely be back again!
Thank you for letting me help with the chickens – Sophie
