Our 3rd stay at this amazing cottage – our 2nd time for New Year! We thoroughly enjoyed visiting many places in the local area.  Sue and Jonah’s hospitality, help and advice made our stay very enjoyable. Hope to return again soon xxx

Carol, Mark, Callum & Lauren from Wiltshire - Dec 2019 - Jan 2020

 

Our 7th stay at Basel Cottage and once again we had a wonderful stay.  A peaceful few days at a home away from home thanks to your wonderful hospitality and lovely cottage.  We will be back next year!  Best wishes to you both.

Robert, Ceri, Annemarie & Brenie 🐕 from Neath, South Wales - November 2019

 

Our fifth visit and as always a fabulous stay!  We hope to see you again soon!

Leanne, Nigel, Isabelle, Hannah, Rosie 🐕 and Willow 🐕 - October / November 2019

 

Basel Cottage has exceeded all our expectations!  We have enjoyed a beautiful few days here.  The safe fields and wood are fantastic for our two young dogs to roam and run to their hearts content.  Sue and Jonah, you are the perfect hosts and really have thought of everything to ensure your guests have a wonderful stay at Basel Cottage.  We look forward to visiting again, maybe in the Spring to see the bluebells!  Thank you for sharing your little bit of paradise XXX.

Liz, Duncan, Bryn 🐾🐾 and Seamus 🐾🐾 from Birmingham - October 2019

 

Such a lovely cottage and warm welcome on arrival.  The Cream Tea went down very well.  Although it rained every day ( not all day each day thank goodness!) we had a great time visiting lots of places.  We had some lovely meals in The Kings Head Inn in Llandovery.  Hope to return again in the Spring!  Many thanks Sue and Jonah and see you soon Barney and Teddy x

Hazel and John - October 2019

 

By far the best cottage we have stayed in!!  Sue and Jonah welcomed us with such warmth and have continued to be great hosts and company throughout our stay.  We cannot wait to come back again!!  Willow has loved the field and woods as well as sitting in the window watching the birds.  Thank you for a relaxing break.  This is a very special, magical place.

Gemma, Ben and Willow 🐕 - Sept / Oct 2019

 

Well, our 3 weeks have flown by!  We’ve walked, revisiting old haunts and finding new places.  Roman roads, stone circles, castles, all in wonderful scenery.  Tan’s had a whale of a time with his friends Barney and Teddy.  Thank you so much, Sue and Jonah for your wonderful place and our evening walks.  We will be back for a 5th visit!

Angie, Alan and Tan 🐕 - September 2019

 

Stunning cottage in an amazing location.  Thank you for the wonderful scones on arrival.  Rebecca had never tried them before and she is now a big fan of them!  We had a fantastic time visiting Hay on Wye and museums in Swansea after travelling on the Heart of Wales Railway.  Also went on the lovely Gwili Steam Railway.  Took in the wonderful scenery this area has to offer and recommend the roads around Lynne Briane Reservoir.  Also recommend Pengawse Tea Rooms in Llandovery – lovely food and large portions.  Thanks for a fantastic week, we will be back again!

Stuart, Julie & Rebecca from Wokingham - August 2019

 

Excellent stay.  Sue and Jonah provided a delicious Cream Tea on arrival!  Very welcoming and helpful but not intrusive.  Walked miles!  Llyn y Fan Fach and parts of the Brecon Way.  It is worth visiting the National Trust Gold Mines.  Ate at The Castle Hotel which was very friendly.  Good to avoid the crowds so will definitely be back!  Many Thanks.

Allen and Jill - August 2019

 

8th visit and as good as the first one and all the others that followed!  Thanks Sue and Jonah for the warm welcome again.  It was so nice to see Max and Boyce get on so well with Barney and Teddy.

Diolch Yn Fawr!

Annick, Marcel, Max 🐕 and Boyce 🐕 from Belgium - August 2019

 

We had a wonderful time exploring some amazing places.  Sue and Jonah made us very welcome and the cottage is beautiful.  Riley had a lovely time meeting Barney and Teddy.  Thank you for a great week.  We would love to come back again 😁

Ruth, Jamie, Maisie & Riley 🐕 from Wiltshire - August 2019

 

Thank you Sue and Jonah for yet another wonderful holiday (3rd).  You always make us so welcome and every year there are yet more surprises!!! Wonderful holiday.  Hopefully see you next year! Love all the McCelland Family xxx

Keith, Marlene, Llyan, Logan & Dixie 🐕 from Peterborough - July / August 2019

 

We have had a lovely week unwinding.  Sue and Jonah are wonderfully hospitable.  Thank you for making us feel so welcome!

Abbie and Jon from Derby - July 2019

 

We had a wonderful week staying at your beautiful cottage.  From the moment we arrived until the day we left you made us so welcome – a holiday we will never forget.  Thank you.

Bill, Mary and Inca 🐕 from Essex - June / July 2019

 

Another lovely stay – time gone too fast!  Many thanks Sue and Jonah for letting us come to your beautiful cottage, the dogs have loved it.  Thank you and see you next year.

Jacky, Gary, Jake 🐕 & Ellie 🐕 from York - June 2019

 

We had a lovely holiday in your beautiful cottage.  The walks to Llyn y Fan Fach and the Usk Reservoir were super with so few other visitors.  Lexi did her best to stop the squirrels eating all the bird food! Thank you Sue and Jonah.

Steve, Sheelagh & Lexi the Cockerpoo from Buckinghamshire - June 2019

 

We have loved staying in this beautiful cottage and what a location – we could not have asked for more! Thank you so much.

Julie & David from Hampshire and Carole & David from West Sussex - June 2019

 

Sue and Jonah, 2nd time for us in your lovely cottage.  Weather’s not been that great but we had a relaxing week.  Patch enjoyed it with plenty of walks with Barney and Teddy – they got on so well.  Thank you for the Tea and Cream Scones when we arrived.  You are great hosts!  Hope to see you soon.  All the best, Diane, Clive and Patch x

Diane, Clive & Patch 🐕 from South Wales - June 2019

 

Visit No. 7 says it all doesn’t it?  Nice to see Max and Boyce, Barney and Teddy getting on so well with each other.  Thanks again for the lovely welcome and see you again in August.  Diolch yn fawr xxx

Annick, Marcel & Max and Boyce 🐕🐕 - May 2019

 

Our 3rd visit here.  Thank you Sue and Jonah for a warm ‘Welcome Back’ and super Cream Tea.  Had a lovely week despite the very mixed weather!  Loved meeting Barney and Teddy.  Hope to be back soon X.

Peter, Anne & Milo 🐕 - May 2019

 

A wonderful week in a perfect cottage.  Sue and Jonah are wonderful hosts – helpful but not intrusive!  We walked Pen Y Fan and Llyn Y Fan Fach – great to explore an area of Wales we don’t know well.  The gardens and woods, hills and river are great for children and dogs; especially beautiful with the bluebells in bloom! We would love to come back one day.

Humphreys Family and Bertie 🐕 - April 2019

 

Thank you Sue and Jonah.  A very special place!

Kyrle, John and Stanley 🐾🐾 - March 2019

 

“Fantastic Cottage – Lovely helpful owners – beautiful location . A home from home”

Alan, Angie and Tan 🐾🐾 - Feb / March 2019

 

The most relaxing half-term break.  We loved the cottage and walking in the grounds.  Llyn y Fan Fach and watching the birds from the Window Seat were particular highlights!

Jen, Ben, Lizzie, Mary & Katie from West Sussex - February 2019

 

Another perfect stay at Basel Cottage.  Thanks to Sue and Jonah!  Great walks with the dogs Barney and Teddy, our dogs Jake and Ellie loved it!  Everything you need is in the Cottage, a Home from Home.  So peaceful and quiet, we loved it!  Cannot wait to come back. Once again, many thanks Sue and Jonah.

Jacky, Gary, Jake and Ellie - Christmas 2018

 

Our 6th stay here at Basel Cottage and once again a lovely warm welcome from you both!  We have had a relaxing few days and will definitely be back.  Best wishes and thank you both XXX .

Ceri, Robert, Annemarie and Brenie 🐾 - November 2018

 

What a beautiful cottage and lovely views.  Finn and Jake loved the woods. A very warm welcome from Sue and Jonah and lovely to meet Barney and Teddy.  Thank you so much for a lovely week. XXX

Nikki, Chris, Finn & Jake - Oct / Nov 2018

 

ANOTHER lovely break! We are all going home thoroughly relaxed.  Lovely cottage, great garden and wonderful hosts! Thank you again xxxx

Nigel, Leanne, Hannah, Isabelle and Rosie and Willow🐕🐕 - October 2018

 

Lovely to be back at Basel Cottage again.  Nice to meet Barney and Teddy, Millie and Phoebe enjoyed their walks together.  Relaxing week – feel 100 %.  See you in  May 2019! xxx

Penny, Peter and dogs Millie and Phoebe - September - October 2018

 

Fantastic cottage finished to a high standard.  Great cottage and owners very helpful.  Very comfortable and enjoyable stay even though the weather whilst we were there was wild.  Would recommend.

DK - September 2018

 

Happy to be back again with the lovely people Sue and Jonah and their two dogs Barney and Teddy.  Lovely stay, beautiful surroundings and so much to see.  Definitely a place to cherish and come back to.  See you soon xxx

Marc & Christine from Belgium - September 2018

 

Fabulous accommodation and lovely surroundings.  Sue and Jonah greeted us with enthusiasm and were keen for us to make the most of our stay at Basel Cottage.  We were shown around the cottage, of which they are very proud and rightly so!  The cottage was comfortable and very clean.  The surrounding garden / land was fabulous with amazing views and superb walks.  Our elderly dog Faith was made most welcome.  A super location for a truly relaxing break.  Would highly recommend!

Sue, Glyn & Faith - September 2018

 

Smashing break.  Enjoyed every minute of our stay (6th time!) Max and Boyce were very happy to make new friends with Barney and Teddy 🐾🐾! Diolch yn Fawr.

Marcel, Annick, Max & Boyce 🐕🐕 from Belgium - September 2018

 

WOW, what a fab cottage!  A very warm welcome from Sue and Jonah. Would highly recommend.  Thanks for looking after us all from Carol x

Carol, Andy, Donald and Jessica from Manchester - August 2018

 

A beautiful find for a last minute booking.  Enjoyed the National Botanic Gardens of Wales and the British Birds of Prey Centre on the way here.  Agree with other guests that the RSPB Walk is well worth doing.  Stunning views all around Llyn y Fan Fach and Llyn y Fan Fawr. Both Dinefwr Castle and Carreg Cennen Castle are well worth doing.

Jeremy and Fiona - July 2018

 

What a beautiful cottage!  Thank you for such a lovely welcome including the Cream Tea!

Dawn and Julian - July 2018

 

We have had a lovely week staying at Basel Cottage.  Sue and Jonah gave us a warm welcome and were happy to answer any questions we had.  It is clear to see the hard work and effort that has been put into the cottage as it is so homely.  You are set in a wonderful location here!  Thank you for letting us have a holiday to remember!

Pat, Vicky & Amy plus dogs, Ben, Pipa, Izzy and Archie from Carmarthenshire - June/July 2018

 

Sue and Jonah thank you both for an enjoyable stay at your beautiful cottage.  Basel Cottage is perfect, just like home from home, also the weather has been good to us.  It was lovely relaxing for one week – just what we needed!  Glad Barney and Patch got on so well.  Thank you for the lovely Tea and Scones when we arrived.  Congratulations on your special award!  All the very best and we hope to see you again xxx

Diane, Clive & Patch from South Wales - June 2018

 

Beacons – Wow!  Cottage – Wow!!

Ann and Martin - June 2018

 

Our first stay in this lovely cottage – a haven of peace and tranquillity away from our busy lives!  Enjoyed fabulous walks and cycling in the nearby forests with hardly anyone around – bliss!  Enjoyed the patio area with fabulous views .  Thank you Sue & Jonah for being great hosts.

Wendy, Gary, Pete, Becky & Dogs Molly & Jaffa's - May - June 2018

 

This is the second time at Basel Cottage.  Once again, we have had a lovely relaxing holiday.  You are both such lovely, helpful and friendly hosts.  This year we met Barney for the first time – He is adorable!  Thank you for the lovely scones on arrival.  Thank you once again xxx

Marlene, Keith, Llian, Logan & Dixie - May 2018

 

Can only repeat what previous guests have already said – a GEM of a cottage with the perfect hosts! Thank you!!!

Kate & Richard - April 2018

 

Our 2nd visit to Basel Cottage.  Such a beautiful cottage, well equipped. Hosts Sue and Jonah are so friendly and welcoming. Visited Dinefwr – beautiful castle and grounds, Mumbles – lovely beach walk, Hired a boat in Brecon – lovely cruise along the canal.  Always a pleasure to stay here. Back soon, love Julie XXX😀

Julie, John, Rob and Buster🐕- Easter 2018

 

Great week despite rain.  Warmest of welcomes and comfortable cottage.  Thanks, Sue and Jonah.

Chris, Sarah, Issy and Theo the Dog - February 2018

 

Our 2nd visit to Sue and Jonah’s lovely cottage.  We love this place and what a good week of weather we have had!!  We have walked every day – old favourites and new routes: Castles, Forts, Roman sites, not forgetting the Gin Haus Deli in Llandeilo and The Castle Hotel in Llandovery .  We are booking in for our 3rd visit Sue!

Angie, Alan and Tan the Dog - February 2018

 

Our 2nd stay at this fantastic cottage.   Sue and Jonah gave us a very warm welcome and looked after us well during our week.  The cottage was beautifully decorated for Christmas and the log burner gave it an extra cosy feel.  We have really enjoyed our stay over the New Year and will definitely be back soon.  Thanks Sue and Jonah!  X

Mark, Carol & Callum from Wiltshire - Dec 2017 - Jan 2018

 

Great lazy stay, enjoyed being snowed in for 2 days! Max and Boyce did not mind that the walks were shorter this time.  Thanks again for the warm welcome and all the support.  Already looking forward to our next stay. Diolch yn Fawr!

Marcel, Annick, Max🐕& Boyce🐕 from Belgium - December 2017

 

Our 5th stay at Basel Cottage has been wonderful!   Always such a lovely warm welcome from Sue and Jonah,  who really are great hosts!  Brenie has had a peaceful few days away from the fireworks and we have had a relaxing stay too!  We will be back! Best wishes and thank you.

Ceri, Robert, Annemarie and Brenie 🐕 from Neath - November 2017

 

This was our 1st visit to Basel Cottage and hopefully it will not be our last!  It has been an outstanding base to explore the Brecon Beacons.   We have stayed in many cottages in the past but this is by far the best and most outstanding one in which we have stayed.  Sue and Jonah are first class hosts, nothing is too much trouble. Many thanks.

John, Julie & Buster🐕 - October / November 2017

 

Our 3rd visit!  Wonderful as ever, see you next time!

Nigel, Leanne, Hannah, Isabelle and dogs, Rosie & Willow from West Sussex - October 2017

 

Thank you Sue and Jonah for a wonderful ‘welcome home’ after 3 years and for the delicious Cream Tea on arrival.   Had a great time in the woods with the dogs and roaming on Pembrey Beach ( the dogs not US!) Hope to see you again soon!

Peter, Anne, Bronte and Milo from Herefordshire - October 2017

 

Outstanding cottage in a beautiful area.  Congratulations to Sue and Jonah on creating such a tranquil holiday home.

Jenny and Phil from the Black Country - October 2017

 

Once again we had a really relaxing time.  Great welcoming tea.  Dogs remembered you and enjoyed the runs in the fields.  See you both next year.  Thanks.

Penny, Peter and dogs Millie and Phoebe from West Sussex - September / October 2017

 

Thank you Sue and Jonah!  We have had such a superb week  in your lovely cottage – a real home from home!  Walking, pre-history, castles – nothing better!  We would very much like to return.

Angie, Alan and Tan from Cornwall - September 2017

 

Many thanks Sue and Jonah for a lovely week in your wonderful cottage.  The Cream Tea on arrival was most welcome.  Charley really enjoyed her day with Jonah and we do not think she wanted to come back to us!

Janet and Stephen, Charley (Labrador) & Barney (Retriever) from Devon - September 2017

 

Thank you for a wonderful relaxing week. Everything has been thought about in this cottage.  The cottage is homely and beautiful.  NESSA 🐕 and the girls enjoyed playing in the garden and the woods.  We will be back!

Paul, Chris, Megan, Isobel & Nessa from Southampton - September 2017

 

We leave Basel Cottage reluctantly.   The kindness of our hosts will be a lasting memory as will the comfort and elegance of the cottage and the beauty of the surroundings.  Thank you Sue, thank you Jonah, for providing all that makes for a very enjoyable holiday.

Anne, Catherine & William from Cardiff and Paris - August 2017

 

Thank you for such a lovely time at Basel Cottage.  I love the thought of having all that ground, it has been such fun staying here, I do not want to leave! (Isabel).  I hope we can come again to stay in your lovely cottage (Millie).  We all loved your woods, cottage, bird table and the ‘mountains in the woods’ (Percy). We do not think that Bruce the Dog wants to leave!

Lynn, Peter, Millie, Isabel, Percy & Bruce the Dog - August 2017

 

We have had a lovely week at Basel Cottage.  Thanks to Sue and Jonah for the warm welcome and delicious Cream Tea!  We have enjoyed watching the birds and exploring the woods and local area.  Visited Hay on Wye, Brecon Car Show, Carreg Cennen Castle and Pembrey Beach – all fantastic! Hope to return soon! X

Mark, Carol & Callum from Devizes, Wiltshire - August 2017

 

We had another marvellous week here in Basel Cottage thanks to Sue & Jonah, this beautiful cottage and terrace, excellent walks and a lot of delicious Brownies and cream teas! We hope to come back soon.

Silke & Carsten and Kalle & Rasmus the dogs from Hamburg - July / August 2017

 

Thank you for such a lovely time! We have really enjoyed Basel Cottage, especially the scones!

Tim, Michelle, Ed & Evie from Hertfordshire - July 2017

 

We have had a great week and intend to return.  Hope to go the National Botanic Garden of Wales again on another ‘Doggy Day’ in the Spring.

Jim and Sally and Finn the Whippet from Somerset - July 2017

 

We have really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cottage.  We received a very warm welcome and a delicious Cream Tea. Our favourite walks were Four Waterfalls near Ystradfellte and the RSPB Reserve and Lake Brianne Dam.  Can also recommend the train to Knighton to walk parts of Offa’s Dyke, where there is a very good Visitor Centre.  We loved the local shops in Llandovery, superb choice of good food! Highly recommend No. 14 Coffee Shop for “to die-for” chocolate Brownies!  Thank you Jonah and Sue for everything and all the best for the future.

Howard & Linda from East Sussex - June/July 2017

 

Our stay in the Brecon Beacons was enhanced by your kind hospitality and your beautiful cottage.  The morning drama at the Bird Table was great fun and set the mood for the day!  Once again, thank you very much.

Wil, Ria, William & Sophia from The Netherlands - June 2017

 

A very very warm welcome with tea and scones.  The weather was not too bad.  The cottage is very lovely and very cosy and the surrounding area is beautiful.   Thank you both for all the care you take.

Arjen and Simone from the Netherlands - June 2017

 

We have had two weeks here – what a wonderful place!  There is so much freedom here, just open the front door and spill out.  The first week the weather was wonderful, the second week mixed.  The cottage is so well equipped and the Cream Tea on arrival was very welcome.  Sue and Jonah are wonderful hosts, we will certainly be back.  Llian and Logan enjoyed the mosaic workshop! Thank you both so very much xxx

Marlene, Keith, Llian, Logan & Dixie the Labrador - May-June 2017

 

It has been a real joy to return again to Basel Cottage, to your delightful and warm welcome. You are to be congratulated on keeping up your immaculate standards and personal warmth.  With all our love xxx

Beccy, Craig & Royston - May 2017

 

This is a wonderful home from home – everything that you need for a relaxing break.  Sue and Jonah are perfect hosts and the Cream Tea on arrival was a lovely welcome surprise.  The grounds are lovely for dog walking and Kukki does not want to go home!  We explored the area and went to the National Botanic Garden of Wales – Monday’s being Doggy Day!  There are so many places to visit and we loved sitting on the decking in the sunshine with a glass of wine! We hope to come back soon xxx

Shelley, Neil, Pauline, Ian & Kukki the Spaniel - Apr/May 2017

 

Thank you very much for your friendly and warm welcome – not to mention the little touch with the slate ‘Welcoming Sign’ and the delicious Cream Tea.  You can tell how much thought and love and of course hard work that goes into running this beautiful cottage!  There is so much space inside and outside and the views and tranquility of the setting is second to none.  It was absolutely perfect for us and Murphy enjoyed playing and exploring outside.  To bring the motorbike and the car certainly paid off and the roads around here are great ‘biker roads’.  There is still so much to do and see! Thanks again from all of us xxx

Paul, Birgitt, Carmen, Scott & Murphy the Cockapoo - April 2017

 

What more can we say about this lovely cottage!  Perfect hosts, perfect cottage and what’s more PERFECT WEATHER all week!  Looking forward to our 3rd visit at Christmas.  Many thanks, Sue & Jonah.

Jacky, Gary and Black Labs, Jake & Ellie - April 2017

 

Lovely, spotless Cottage with fantastic views!  Thank you for being such good hosts – and for helping us catch Maisie!!! Kindest thoughts xx and of course ‘woof woof’ from Maisie!

Steve, Sue and Maisie - March 2017

 

Sundae and Fe (Brown and Black Labs) – Thank you Sue and Jonah – WE HAD FUN! xxx – so did we Alexia & Paul!

Paul, Alexis, Sundae & Fe from Diss - March 2017

 

Basel Cottage is a lovely property, both inside and out.  It’s well decorated and has everything you’ll need.  The owners are lovely, leaving you in doubt that you can contact them if you need anything, but otherwise just leaving you to your own devices.  They’re also genuinely dog-friendly and the grounds are great for keeping your dog amused.  I would heartily recommend Basel Cottage!

Haydn, Rebecca & Caesar from Leicestershire - March 2017

 

We have had a lovely three days in Basel Cottage – always spotless!  And today the sun is shining for us.  Ruben had a great time, see you soon and thank you.

Donna, Martin & Ruben - January 2017

 

We all really enjoyed the cottage and the walks around your land.  Issy and Oysha loved their playtime in the river on Sunday! We hope that we can visit again soon.

John, Tracy, Evie, Isla & Spanish Water Dogs Issy & Oysha - January 2017

 

We had a fantastic week in this beautiful cottage.  We could not have asked for anything more, probably the best one we have ever stayed in.  Ellie and Jake loved the field and the woods.  Many thanks to Sue and Jonah for being great hosts.  Hope to be back next year.

Jacky, Gary & Jake and Ellie (Black Labs) from York - Christmas 2016

 

Totally fabulous – Much love x

Julie, Malcolm, Sheila & Dogs Niamh and Lucy from Cowbridge - November 2016

 

What more can we add to previous comments about how great this place is and the warm hospitality of Sue & Jonah.  We stayed 5 days and highlights included Dinefwr Park & Castle, day trip to Tenby and a sunny walk around the National Botanic Garden of Wales.  Really comfortable cottage, fabulous views – probably the BEST holiday cottage we have ever stayed in.  BIG THANK YOU!

Irmi & Keith - November 2016

 

Our 4th stay at Basel Cottage, a home away from home in a wonderful setting with wonderful hosts!  We will be back again next year!  Thank you for the welcome – another great stay x

Ceri, Rob, Annemarie & Brenie - November 2016

 

Our second visit to Basel Cottage.  Great welcome, beautiful place, lovely cottage – We will be back again! Thank you.

Nigel, Leanne, Hannah & Isabelle plus Spaniels Rosie & Willow - October 2016

 

Beautiful 5* cottage in a fabulous location.  We had a wonderful week that went so quick.  Lovely Cream Tea on arrival.  Paul & Kieran loved Bike Park Wales.  Great days out at Newquay,  the Waterfalls and Usk Reservoir.  Lots of good food at The Bear Inn and Castle Hotel in Llandovery.  Merlin, the Red Setter, will miss the garden and the woods.  Thanks Sue & Jonah for being wonderful hosts.

Jacqueline, Paul, Kieran & Merlin the 'Big Red' from Nottinghamshire - Oct 2016

 

A lovely week.  Cottage great as usual – weather was kind to us.  Yolande loves Wales, but this was her first time back since she was a child.  Hope to see you again next year – Our week to relax! Thank you.

Penny, Peter, Yolande, Millie & Phoebe - October 2016

 

This is our 2nd visit to Basel Cottage and it is just as we remembered it – FANTASTIC!  Thank you Sue & Jonah for making us feel so welcome – we will be back!

Sue, Tom, Conni & Lily from West Sussex - September 2016

 

Thank you Sue and Jonah, a fabulous week!  Lovely cottage, beautiful surroundings and a very warm welcome!  ‘The girls’ have especially enjoyed the freedom of the fields and woods and their frequent visits ‘next door’ – Thank you!

Angie, Bill & Annie & Dora the Airedales from Northamptonshire - September 2016

 

Our stay in Basel Cottage can be described in one word – ‘Perfect!!’ Thank you.

Ivan, Michelle, Ollie, Ben & Fern - August / September 2016

 

Dear Sue & Jonah, Thank you for making our stay in Basel Cottage so enjoyable.  The cottage is fantastic and we loved the area.  Tyler is really going to miss you both and really enjoyed the archery and spending time in your company – maybe Jack will be walking when we return!  Lovely cottage and grounds, such a fab family holiday! Thank you xxx

Dave, Rachel, Tyler & Jack from Somerset - August 2016

 

Dear Sue & Jonah,  We had an amazing week!  We were lucky enough to have beautiful and sunny weather almost the entire week!  The hiking tour of the two lakes – Llyn Y Fan Fach and Llyn Y Fan Fawr was our personal favourite, really exhausting but absolutely worth it! – The view is breath-taking!  But best of all was coming home to a lovely cottage in the evening, which obviously had taken a lot of work!  So much love has been put into it and it really felt like home – Thank you for that.  Hopefully we will come back again!

Wolfgang, Ulrike & Marielle from Munich, Germany - August 2016

 

Dear Sue and Jonah, Thank you very much for the lovely stay in your beautiful cottage.  We all enjoyed it very much.  What a special place!

Dirck, Tanja, Anne & Tijn from The Netherlands - July/August 2016

 

Dear Sue and Jonah, had a lovely time here in your lovely cottage.  Weather not too bad and enjoyed the countryside.  Cooper loved the open air and we hope to visit again.  Thank you very much.

Angie, Kevin, Jake, Luke and Cooper the Spaniel - July 2016

 

Thank you very much for the warm welcome and for making us feel at home in your perfect cottage.  We had a great time and Sam had great fun with the cows!  Thanks again for the Royal Welsh Show tickets and we hope to see you again soon.

Luc, Tessa, Els & Sam from Belgium - July 2016

 

Mixed weather but some good sunny days.  Lovely cottage, has all you could really want.  Thanks to the hosts for being so kind. Countryside marvellous on this the west side of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Birdlife exceptional.

Peter, Ann and Holly the Collie from Mold - July 2016

 

Basel Cottage is now firmly our No.1 ‘Go to’ cottage when we need to recharge our batteries!  Despite awful weather Sue and Jonah create the most perfect spot to enjoy the peace and quiet.  The antics at the bird table can keep you amused and entertained for hours! Thank You.

Ali, Dawn and Max - June 2016

 

Sue and Jonah thank you for a lovely stay.  Cottage is very lovely with great views and all a great holiday needs.  We hope to see you next year.

Gary, Clare and Amy from Mid Sussex - June 2016

 

Thank you Sue and Jonah for a lovely welcome and a very hospitable stay.  Cottage the cleanest and the best-stocked we have ever stayed in!  Lots of lovely dog walks despite the weather – rain, rain and more rain!! – Will return! xx      P.S. Thanks for the dog-sitting, much appreciated!

Kate and Bill and Merlin and Django from Taunton - June 2016

 

Not many words needed, just a brilliant stay – 4th time!  Asked the dogs Max & Boyce what they thought of it – wagged their tails and started to bark, full of excitement!!!! – Guess they agreed! Diolch yn fawr to Sue & Jonah.

Marcel, Annick, Max & Boyce - June 2016

 

We have really enjoyed our week at Basel Cottage.  The welcome with scones and tea was much appreciated.  Sue and Jonah have been great hosts, making sure we had everything we needed.  The standard of accommodation is first class and very comfortable.  Sheba certainly enjoyed her walks!  Watching the wildlife from the lounge window-seat was brilliant and we have many photos!  We have been quite lucky with the weather apart from the storm on Friday!  We have had several cottage holidays but Basel Cottage has been the best by far – Thank you Sue and Jonah.

Keith, Linda & Sheba the German Shepherd - May 2016

 

It was our second time here in Basel Cottage!  All we can say is:  In more than 10 years of holidays all over Great Britain, this definitely is the best cottage we have ever stayed in! The location is fantastic, so peaceful, so quiet!  Thank you Sue & Jonah for everything – we will miss Wales and Basel Cottage! You are fantastic hosts! We do hope that we can come back again one day!!

Walter & Monika, from Vienna, Austria - April /May 2016

 

We have been to Wales many times and as ever it is good for the soul! Walk around Usk Reservoir STUNNING and Crychan Forest (Blue Trail) tranquil.  Returning home very relaxed and refreshed. Thanks!

The Coopers & Dogs from Devon - April 2016

 

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Basel Cottage.  The cottage is extremely clean, well equipped and there are many leaflets, books and ideas for trips out and walks.  Our dogs loved the enclosed field, stream and woods and we loved the rustic benches / picnic tables around the property – especially the seats on the decking.  Sue & Jonah were brilliant, friendly and knowledgeable hosts, always on hand for advice, help and ideas.  Thank you for a lovely week!

Denise, Bev, Summer, Solly & Maisy - April 2016

 

Thank you for a lovely week, well done with the weather!!!  The cottage was wonderful and the views from the window seat were stunning.  See you again!!!

Denise, Mitch & Lolly the dog and Norman and Frances - April 2016

 

A superb week, the cottage is comfortable and welcoming.  The location ideal and the weather was kind to us. We walked every day and had some good walks around Llandovery.

Wendy, Allen, Bridget & Steve - April 2016

 

We feel deeply privileged to have spent another unique & wonderful week here in Llandovery at Basel Cottage.  The sun has enhanced and embraced our stay.  We have enjoyed the beauty of the surrounding hills and valleys particularly the snow on Pen y Fan.  Your warmth of welcome Sue and the superb quality and provision of the cottage has again been a great blessing – Many thanks!

Royston & Dawn - March/April 2016

 

Thank you for a fantastic stay in your beautiful cottage.  It has been so relaxing and comfortable.  Henry has rejuvenated at least 5 years! A wonderful holiday!

Beccy, Craig and Henry the Lurcher ( 14 years young!) - March 2016

 

Just perfect in every way.  Truly dog friendly!  The woods are lovely.  Local walks great.  Beautiful cottage, warm and cosy.  Sue & Jonah fantastic hosts – would definitely recommend.

Hilary, Mark & Cocker Spaniels Seve & Beau - March 2016

 

We had the most wonderful week here at Basel Cottage.  The cottage is pure luxury and the best equipped cottage we have ever been to.  The views and walks were fantastic.  Sue & Jonah are brilliant hosts and our Cream Tea on arrival was an added bonus. We hope to return in the future.

Michelle, Joan & Beau - 12 March 2016

 

We have had a lovely Christmas at Basel Cottage. Lovely accommodation and the dogs have loved their walks in the woods. Thank you Sue and Jonah for your warm welcome and the teas and scones on arrival. The only thing you couldn’t provide was the weather!!

Jane, Steve, Ross and Will with Poppy and Max - Christmas 2015

 

Fantastic hosts, wonderful place! Our second stay at Basel Cottage where we have had a very relaxing four days.  Weather was good for time of year, sunshine, showers, snow & frost – we will be back!

Martin, Donna, Rhea-May & Ruben the Cockerpoo - November 2015

 

Had a lovely week here despite the weather. Excellent accommodation in a lovely setting. Had a lovely welcome by Sue with afternoon tea. Will have to come back when the sun is shining.

Clive, Clare and Samson, November 2015

 

Our third stay at Basel Cottage and again we’ve had a wonderful stay. The cottage and settings are beautiful and the welcome that we received really is appreciated.  Sue and Jonah really are fantastic hosts and lovely people. See you next year!

Ceri, Bob, Annemarie and Brenie the Staffie - November 2015

 

We have enjoyed a lovely week here. Perfect accommodation, we could have quite happily stayed another week. Wonderful hosts, nothing was too much trouble.

The Enticknap Family and Max the dog, October 2015

 

Third stay, as good as the previous two. The warmest welcome again by Sue and Jonah. Will be back again. Diolch yn Fawr.

Marcel and Annick with Max and Boyce - October 15.

 

We have had a very relaxing week with lots of birds to watch. Cottage is so comfortable and nice cream tea as a welcome. See you next year.

Penny, Peter with Millie and Phoebe - Oct 15

 

We  have enjoyed a lovely week here. Perfect accommodation, we could have quite happily stayed another week. Wonderful hosts, nothing was too much trouble.

Sara, Dave, Gracie and Jack and Max - Oct 15.

 

Perfect cottage, perfect hosts, perfect view. Only thing wrong with this holiday is that is has to end! Our second visit – can’t wait for our third. We love coming to see Sue and Jonah as much as the cottage, no wonder they have so many return visits, they’re doing everything right.

Michele, Bob and Pickle, Shropshire. September 15.

 

When going on holiday its everyones desire to arrive at your destination and feel at home. Sadly this is seldom the case until you plan a stay at Basel Cottage! ..this cottage ticks all the boxes even the ones not on the list. And there is more, the cottage comes with a friendly welcoming team (Sue, Jonah and Ben) totally at your service in a charming way.

Marc and Christine, Belgium, 26 Sept - 3 October 15.

 

Thank you Sue and Jonah for a perfect week in your fantastic cottage! You were great hosts.  In every detail your cottage is an absolutely quality cottage. Don’t want to leave and definitely want to come back.

Monika and Walter, Vienna, Austria October 15.

 

Great welcome by Sue and Jonah. Cottage well worth its 5* status and the grounds were perfect for the dogs. Buzzards, woodpeckers and squirrels frequent visitors. Will definitely recommend to anyone wishing to visit this area of Wales

Shirley and Martin. South Ayrshire, Scotland. August 2015

 

A wonderful cottage in an amazing setting. The dogs love the gardens and forest and their own private river!! Taking two very tired dogs home but hopefully be back soon!

Lynn & Alastair and Dougal & Finlay the Dogs from York. August, 2015

 

Thank you for a lovely week – Beautiful cottage in a lovely surrounding and our every need catered for from extra dog blankets to local info such as great places to eat and road closures!

Christine, Peter, Amy and Benny the Collie, Hampshire - August, 2015

 

What a wonderful Cottage. Perfect for the kids who loved the woods and stream. Great places to visit and a warm welcome. Cottage is of high standard and had everything we need.

Hazel, Brett, Grace and Toby from West Sussex - August 2015

 

Marvellous! The welcome cream tea was delicious and we also enjoyed the nice little talks with Sue and Jonah. A perfect holiday for all of us… we will definitely come back!

Silke, Carsten and Kalle and Rasmus the Dogs - Hamburg, Germany, July 2015

 

It was a delight to stay with you; the cottage is perfect in every detail; the garden is just amazing; it was a dream to be here!

Dominique and Guido, The Netherlands, July 2015

 

A lovely warm welcome in one of the best cottages we have stayed in. Pity about the weather, but it did get better!

Sheila & Phillip from Cambridgeshire, July 2015

 

Sue and Jonah – Hosts with the most! 5 Star Plus for your beautiful cottage, everything perfect. Hope to return soon.

Robert, Gaynor and Dixie and Rosie from N Yorkshire; Jul 2015

 

Had a relaxing week in an ideal cottage. Charming hosts. Enjoyed the chats. Best cottage we have stayed at in 40 years of cottage holidays. Many thanks both.

Selwyn and Barbara from Cardiff; June 15

 

Wonderful setting, great walks and really comfortable cottage. Lottie enjoyed her day with Sue and had great fun playing with Jonah. Can’t wait to come again.

Brian and Mary and Coral and Lottie the Hungarian Puli from Staffordshire; June 15.

 

What a fab week we’ve had. The cottage is beautiful, very comfortable and the dogs LOVED the garden. Our first holiday to Wales and we’ve thoroughly enjoyed it – we will be back.

Sue, Tom and Conni and Lily the "Goldies" from West Sussex; Jun 15

 

What a lovely place to stay – made to feel very welcome. Dog settled in straight away. Everything we needed was here. Beds were so comfortable. See you in October. Thanks for everything.

Penny, Peter, Millie and Phoebe also Christopher and Claire and Izzy. May 2015

 

Such kindness from these two lovely people, how can we ever repay you? Oh and the cottage was pretty good too!

Beryl, Alan and Bobbie the Border Collie. North Cumbria; June 2015.

 

Had a relaxing week in an ideal cottage. Best cottage we have stayed at in 40 years of cottage holidays. (Pity we have no dog!)

Selwyn and Barbara, Cardiff; June 2015

 

Thank you both for another fantastic week – yes it has been as marvellous as the first time. We are looking at dates for our next visit!

Ali and Dawn and Max the Staffordshire Terrier - May 15

 

Thanks Sue and Jonah for our magical week at Basel Cottage.  We have loved every minute at this tranquil spot you both have created.

Bob and Bally. April 2015

 

Perfect, Awesome and Thanks. Be back soon.

Libby, Pete, Alfie, Daniel and Percy the Springer Spaniel from Portsmouth. April 2015

 

A beautiful cottage from which to explore the wonderful countryside. We have been made to feel so welcome by Sue and Jonah and will come again!

James, Elizabeth and William from Winchester. March 2015

 

“Top notch Hospitality!” Outstanding accommodation in superb location.  We have been moved by the warmth and kindness we have received as guests. It has enhanced everything we have enjoyed this week.

Royston, Dawn, Alison and Max the Staffordshire Terrier

 

Thanks for a lovely time at Basel Cottage, we really enjoyed it. This was the nicest and warmest place we’ve ever been on a trip, it was amazing!

John, James and Ann from Bristol/Berlin - December 2014-January 2015

 

Thank you Sue and Jonah for the warm welcome and a lovely week in Basel Cottage. Your holiday cottage is wonderful and is in such a great location. Will be sure to stay again!!

Denise, Mitch and Lolly the Dog - December 2014

 

Thanks again for the warm welcome and a lovely stay. We’ll surely be back again. Heaven on earth for the dogs!!

Marcel and Annick with Max and Boyce from Belgium, Nov 14

 

Thank you Sue and Jonah, we have had another great stay at your cottage. It’s a perfect place to stay and we hope to return again next year.   Brenie had a fantastic time running in the surrounding fields.

Rob, Ceri and Brenie from Wales, Nov 14

 

We hate to leave! We felt welcome and honoured and we loved everything about our stay in this beautiful place.

Gayle and Mike, Suzi and Bob from Florida USA Oct 14

 

We have taken cottage holidays for many years but have never found a place so perfect.  We will be back!

Bob and Michele and Pickle the Schnauzer - Sep 2014

 

Lovely to return here to this beautiful location and so comfortable cottage. Thank you for all your kindness.

Betty and Ian from Newbury: Sally and Gareth from Cardiff and John and Angela Visiting from Llandeilo - Sept 14

 

A luxurious treat for dogs and humans alike! Thank you.

Paul, Margot, Anne and Buddy and Rudie - Aug 14

 

We’ve spent two glorious weeks here in this beautiful cottage and stunning surroundings. A great property for Flint and Ruby to run freely – can’t fault anything. Perfect hosts thank you!

Moira, Peter, Ruby and Flint - September 2014

 

A lovely week in a beautiful cottage with fantastic surroundings, we had a lovely time!

Stewart, Vanessa and Lucy - August 2014 (Second Visit)

 

An excellent week with lots of sun and little rain. Lovely cottage with fantastic grounds, enjoyed especially by the dogs.

Dave, Jackie, Dave, Liz and Fleet & Ruby the Dogs

 

We had a remarkable week here at Basel Cottage. Very warm and friendly people, thanks Sue and Jonah

Chris, Hilde & Children from Belgium, July/August 2014

 

Really nice cottage, our hosts could not have been more welcoming, and we had fantastic weather; what’s not to like?!

Adam, Lezlie, Jonathan & Adrian, July 2014

 

As returners we knew what to expect but were still blown away by the level of hospitality we received. Thanks for a great summer break xxx

Lindsey, Terry and Alfie & Bailey the Dogs from Reading, July 2014

 

What a lovely place for a rest, the cottage is lovely and felt like home as soon as you walked in.

Diane & Fred, July 2014

 

Thank you so much for your warm welcome and hospitality. We all throughly enjoyed our stay, the boys had such fun playing hide and seek in the woods and we had lots of laughs down at the river with Rocky. A really special place run by special people. Thanks for a holiday to remember.

Michelle, Raymond, James, Conor & Rocky the Dog from County Down, Northern Ireland, July 2014

 

Sophie has loved the open spaces and enjoyed her walks to the river and the woods – Doggy paradise! Charlie’s first holiday with Grandma and Granddad – We cherished every minute. Thank you Sue and Jonah.

Lucy, Peter, Charlie & Sophie the Dog from Bath, June-July 2014

 

We’ve had a wonderful week here, such a lovely welcome from Sue and Jonah who made us feel so welcome and provided such a perfect place to stay.

Jean & Alan from Ramsbottom, Lancashire, June-July 2014

 

Wonderful scenery and great weather! Cottage excellent, everything thought of and thanks for lovely cream tea when we arrived. Hollie says thanks for dog-sitting her. Llandovery is lovely and very dog friendly.

Sue, Claire & Hollie the Golden Retriever, June 2014

 

Thank you so much for a fantastic week. You are fantastic hosts, Sam enjoyed the garden and terrace. We will return next year!

Ana Maria, Ingo & Sam the Dog from Belgium, June 2014

 

A wonderful week, lovely welcome. Doggie paradise, such a perfect place to stay.

Jean, Alan, Lucy, Peter, Charlie and Sophie

 

We have had an amazing week, thank you!  The dogs have loved the “garden” and we have loved the tranquillity.

Nigel, Leanne, Hannah, Isabelle and Rosie and Willow the Springer Spaniels

 

We have had a wonderful week in your perfect cottage.  Thank you for a warm welcome and lovely cream tea when we arrived. After our days out and about it was a real pleasure to come “home” and relax in the garden.

Peter, Anne with Bronte and Milo

 

Fantastic location, very comfortable cottage. Great base for exploring the Beacons and Carmarthenshire. Thanks to our perfect hosts. Hope to see you again soon.

David and Keith plus Jasper and Ripley (Liver-spot dalmations). London, April 2014.

 

This has been a wonderful holiday. The cottage is perfect and the surroundings are spectacular. Sue and Jonah have been great and we would love to come back.

Juliet, Pav, Felix and Mannie. London April 2014

 

Stunning cottage, stunning location and warm and friendly welcome. We certainly hope to return.

Linda, Bob and Maisie the Spaniel, North Devon, March / April 2014

 

A wonderful stay and do not want to leave. Loved watching the birds on the feeders and seeing the red kites. Matt enjoyed a night sleeping in the woods and Fenn loved splashing in the river. Lovely cottage and Sue has been a wonderful host.

Matt, Phillipa and Fenn from Kent, March 2014

 

What a fantastic and relaxing stay. Would highly recommend the Crychan Forest trails. Jake has never been so exhausted. A brilliant holiday in a cottage we would definitely come back to.

Tom, Gemma, Edith and Jake the Whippet. March 2014

 

We had a lovely time at Basel Cottage.  It is finished to an absolutely brilliant standard, definitely deserves it’s 5 Stars! Sue and Jonah are lovely and could not do enough to help. It was like visiting friends.

Lindsey and Terry with Alfie & Bailey

 

Beautiful cottage and surroundings. We had the most relaxing time – so peaceful, brilliant!

Vanessa and Stewart.

 

We have so enjoyed our stay in this lovely cottage. It has been so comfortable and relaxing. The area is so lovely with lots to do and enjoy.

Betty and Ian from Newbury.

 

Cottage had everything we needed. Location was great. Perfect for Brenie (the dog) – we had some lovely walks. We hope to see you again. Thanks for everything Sue.

Rob, Ceri and Brenie

 

This really is a lovely cottage.  We have had a fantastic New Year’s break – what a way to welcome 2014.

Kim, Ash, Holly, Steve (Jake, Coco and Rossi)

 

Had such laughs here in your lovely cottage. Wonderful area, scenery just amazing and the dogs had a wonderful time.

Val, Margaret and Buzz from Oxfordshire

 

This is a really lovely cottage beautifully fitted out and in such a fantastic area. We had some thoroughly enjoyable walks with the dog – just wish the weather had been a bit better. A great place to stay.

Lachlan and Diana from Wincanton

 

Brilliant!! Lovely welcome by Sue and Sam on arrival. Lovely area and great people, will recommend this to all.

June and Ken from Nottingham

 

Magnificent stay, felt at home from day one. We will definitely recommend to family and friends. Hope to visit again one day. Diolch!

Annick and Marcel with Max and Boyce from Belgium

 

A lovely week at this fabulous cottage, you could not want for more. We are sad to be leaving.

Christine and John with Finley from Bexhill-on-Sea

 

A really lovely stay.  Wonderful location. Sue looked after us very well.

Rosie and Ken from Somerset

 

The dogs (Layla and Tia) loved early morning and late night walks around the fields and us humans enjoyed relaxing in this beautiful cottage.

Wendy, Ali and Jo with Layla and Tia from Somerset

 

We will be very sad to leave this idyllic haven and will definitely recommend to others.

Jan, Bob and Emma from Swansea

 

Perfect!

Chris and Marian from Nottingham

 

Lovely stay in your beautiful cottage, best we have stayed in. Everything you could wish for, home from home.

Sue and Jonah are a wonderful couple, very welcoming.

Sheila & Brian from Cheshire UK

 

A wonderful, Luxury cottage in a spectacular countryside. Thank you Sue and Jonah for making us so welcome. and for the fantastic dog sitting service, Saffie had a lovely day with Sam!

Emma & Matthew from Hampshire UK

 

Delightful cottage, thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Highly recommended, thanks for the friendly welcome!

Andrea & David from Mandrevillars France