Spectacular rural, eco art house with 100% 5 star reviews. A lake, rivers, group sauna, private chef, fire pits, outdoor bar. We welcome retreats and all manner of celebratory gatherings.
Hidden within a lovely Welsh village, 12 miles from breathtaking coastline, surrounded by great walking country, dark skies and wild swimming spots; Velindre is glorious in summer, magically cosy in winter.
A unique historic property with extraordinary charm and style awaits you.
The space
Velindre House is an absolutely stunning property set in a magical part of West Wales with so many nearby attractions to entice you to spend a few days here. Yes! It really is as gorgeous as the pictures - many say much more so. We know that choosing a the right space for your party is big decision so please have read through the information below to get a real sense of all that we have to offer here! We pride ourselves on the sense of peace, wellness and nature based celebration. We are in the heart of a lovely village but have complete privacy within the grounds.
1. In the summer we spill out into the gardens with a cabin, yurt, bell tents, tipis and a cute shepherds hut to raise numbers to 28 for larger events. These structures are booked directly on confirmation of your house booking via Airbnb.
2. We are half an hour from some of the UKs top beaches, extraordinary marine life and quaint fishing villages
3. Our house was designed by the eminent Georgian architect John Nash who built Buckingham Palace and Pall Mall, as well as some of the loveliest villas in the Welsh countryside.
4. We are minutes away from the famous Cenarth Falls and it’s wild swimming spots, the Welsh Wildlife Centre and Marine Park. We are a paradise for bird watching and rambling. The world famous Welsh Wool Museum - a Mecca for traditional crafters- is on our doorstep.
5. Our in-house dining team ‘The Barefoot Gourmet’ can create splendid feasts for your special event… using mainly local, organic and sustainably sourced produce, we aim to turn an evening meal into an unforgettable banquet!
6. Our house has a very special, magical atmosphere. It’s full of history, atmospheric charm and a unique elegance… both grand and cosy, quirky and super comfortable.
7. Every booking we take contributes to the FREE community allotment and garden we have established on our adjoining land which you are welcome to visit!
8. We have a passion for Welsh textiles and a wonderful collection of tapestries and blankets to adorn your spaces! We can organise boat trips, pampering, swimming in the surrounding rivers and lake, raw chocolate making, art events, bush craft and cooking, and our in house feasts are legendary!
9. Finally … OUR 100% 5* REVIEWS
‘The photos no way capture the scale, beauty or comfort of this incredible house’ Book it NOW! ‘
‘Saturday night we were served an amazing 3 course meal, by Sarah and team with a variety of stunning dishes and we all agreed the food was out of this world’
‘Sarah is an outstanding cook and her feasts are such brilliant value… the deserts especially were to die for, trust me, we had them for breakfast too- she doesn’t do small!
‘As well as the gorgeous house we had our own private lake, boats, and we also booked the tipi, yurt, bell tents and a shepherds hut - 28 of us in superb glamping comfort’
‘Totally awesome! Best Airbnb ever and the best hosts!’
‘Thank you! The Bride to be cried when she walked through the front door. It’s all just totally wow!
‘A gentle ,hidden paradise that way exceeded our expectations!’
THE AREA YOU’VE CHOSEN.
We are off the beaten tourist track but so close to the spectacular Cardigan bay and North Pembrokeshire Coastal park and surfing hotspots. Two nearby beaches are voted in the top ten UK beaches Mwnt and llangrannog… Dolphins abound! Our pretty village is surrounded by wonderful walking territory and wild swimming spots.
Top attractions are boat trips to see the rare marine wild life- Cardigan bay is home to the largest dolphin population in the UK+ seals, sharks and this summer some amazing whale spotting. . Spectacular sea birds, hawks and rock pool life.
The lovely little Ceredigion towns of Newcastle Emlyn and the county capital, Cardigan, are rich with quirky, independent character, good eateries and great antique shops. Discover the miles of sandy beaches, charming villages and picturesque coves of this spectacular coastline.
VELINDRE HOUSE …
Is the oldest dwelling in an ancient village with 16th Century foundations, and 3 huge 18th century reception rooms.
The soft salmon coloured lime washed exterior of makes the house look gloriously welcoming, even in the depths of winter and there’s large inglenook fireplaces in both the main rooms- one with an Aga and one with a Woodburner to keep cosy and encourage lazy dozing. Logs for your stay will be provided free from our own land.
We have a unique Boho, well travelled style that puts comfort and charm first so don’t think cold/stuffy old country house, think gorgeous textures, oriental rugs, quirky objects d’art and loads of lounging space in the four large receptions. In summer we can sleep up to 28 with excellent outdoor facilities. We are insured for up to 16 maximum in the house via Airbnb. Extra accommodation is booked privately by arrangement with us and these are only rented in conjunction with main house so the site is exclusively yours- it’s totally private so loud music inside ( due to the 3 foot thick walls we can’t actually hear you!) dancing and raucous laughter are actively encouraged!
SUSTAINABILITY. Responsible hosting means a commitment to minimising waste and reusing / restoring and repurposing whatever we can. We are committed to using only ecologically sensitive products and wherever possible it’s organic, eco friendly paints, natural fabrics, restored antique furniture, and traditional art and craftwork throughout. No hot tub or hog roasts here Im afraid. We are scrupulous in our cleaning but we do not use harsh chemicals or whiteners.
STAG AND HENS AND SPECIAL EVENTS … bring ‘em on!
We positively welcome respectful do’s because so far we’ve had great experiences of hosting them and cooking special feasts, arranging trips, workshops, and treats for the revellers, with a few ground rules made clear upon booking! Please let us know in the nature of your event so we can plan the space accordingly.
LARGER SUMMER EVENTS
( May- September) We expand into the 5 acres of land dotted with unique hand built structures to sleep in serenaded by the birds and the river. The lovely grass green canvas marquee and outdoor bar is equipped with PA + lighting and catering/ seating for 30+ Bookable privately alongside the main house. The fire pits and the outdoor honesty bar are included in all bookings - with a great village pub, chippy and a decent local shop you don’t need to go far for a perfect weekend.
Boats and bonfires are included in your booking and can turn a weekend into an adventure. We will ask you to acknowledge - in writing - that you enter the water and roam the grounds at your own risk and take extra care of your kids and your own safety, especially in the rain. We don’t light certain areas as it disturbs the many bats and nesting birds. Dark skies means big stars! We are rare in that we do short stays in the summer and have some great deals on 3rd nights ( Sunday or Thursday) to make the most of your trip here.
WE OFFER A SPECIAL PLACE FOR PEACE, CONTEMPLATION, MEMORIAL AND CREATIVITY.
Your imagination can go wild here! As musicians and ecologists we aim to be creative, sustainable and flexible so please get in touch if you have special requests or unique event ideas you think you can bring to life in our little plot of paradise.
Guest access
All of the main house is yours and you have complete privacy. We live in the attached cottage behind 3ft thick walls so we can’t hear the revelry in the main house! The back garden is our private space and the busy outbuildings where supplies and equipment are stored are no go areas for guests. The big hard standing yard can take up to 7 cars but it’s unrestricted and safe parking throughout the village if you need to bring more.
NB Please do not open the conservatory doors- the latch is dodgy and almost impossible to reshut.
Other things to note
We try to be sustainable hosts - cutting waste and minimising heat loss. All Glitter is 100% BANNED! if you’d like to put up some of your own decorations with blutac, that’s fine but please take them down and away with you. Please do not leave outside doors open- it makes the excellent heating system inefficient and this cosy house feel much less so! Please cease OUTSIDE NOISE AT 11pm so as not to disturb the village- but inside is fine till the wee small hours 😂
Drefach Felindre - ‘little place of the mill’ is a wonderfully friendly village and well behaved visitors are welcomed everywhere- especially in our brilliant local pub the John Y Gwas. No! You are not expected to speak any Welsh but a greeting and a thank you are always enthusiastically received! Diolch
