~ Jackie Harrison & friends from Brighouse, 'What a beautiful week in a beautiful place! Excellent booking system and communication throughout; such care from Shirley and Wayne; a beautifully appointed conversion and site with all one could need; and the coastal path within walking distance. It is also set in a beautiful remote location on the Strumble Head peninsula. Breakfast at The Sloop in Porthgain and Candelmas at St Davids were particular highlights. We did not think it was worth troubling the housekeeper. There is a trellis there now but the planting hasnt taken so perhaps something like willow would give a better sense of privacy. Friday Saturday: 12pm 8pm. Having said these things, theyre only minor and didnt spoil our holiday and were looking forward to returning. Were looking forward to our next visit. Just about to book a third. The attention to detail throughout Trehilyn from the craftsmanship to the tasteful dcor has created an exquisite, magical place. We have enjoyed the most amazing week at Bwthyn Trehilyn. The small honesty shop and indoor table tennis were great additions. Frankie Howerd. Tina C. - We had a wonderful time at Granar Trehilyn. Thank you to Shirley and Anthony for their care. Thank you. Andrew B. We surfed at Whitesands, coasteered near St Davids, took a boat trip to Ramsey Island to see the grey seal pups and choughs and walked along the fabulous NT beach, Marloes Sands. Eleanor J. It's a lovely house and was a perfect location for dog walking. We had a great time here. Holbrook resident Griff Rhys Jones tells Cathy Brown about his passion for sailing and making documentaries, reveals how he met his wife while near naked, and hints that he may team up again with his old comedy partner Mel Smith The Orwell is one of the most magnificent rivers in England, declares Griff Rhys Jones. Bedrooms were nice and interior decor was very tasteful. In Pembrokeshire, tomorrow will always be glorious (even when tomorrow takes a few days to come) and inside the very beautiful Bwthyn Trehilyn it doesn't matter a damn what the weather is doing anyway. Also the displays on the cooker had rubbed off so getting the heat right was sheer guesswork. The beautiful county has a long tradition of dairy, but also a curious concentration of derelict 'antique', such as rusting old-timer cars. The renovations at Granar Trehilyn are stunning! The weather was kind and we were able to explore new walks along the rugged Pembrokeshire coast. Epic and beautiful- the cottage is sublime and the surroundings are inspiring- we had a lovely time - We loved the cottage - very comfortable and cosy but not fussy - frankly perfect for us and we have such a relaxing break. Such a beautiful cottage cosy, comfortable and warm great surroundings, walks and views . Beautiful cottage in a lovely area Spacious master bedroom with double bed and attractive coffered ceiling. Had some lovely walks despite the rain and it was great to look out at the cows and sheep and farm life going on! Anthony and Shirley were so helpful and lovely to chat to. Nikki T. - Aladdin. Griff Rhys Jones drinks 10 cups of coffee a day. Susan H. - The underfloor heating was bliss! Posts. In the most glorious setting. Pembrokeshire. Thank you. Walk, cycle, drink, eat. Weve just spent a wonderful week at this amazing cottage. Matthew M. - Sometimes I tweet, sometimes I don't. Devastated to hear our gorgeous Una Stubbs has passed away. Highly recommend the bakery in Fishguard for great sourdough bread. The farmstead is beautiful and peaceful, we will be back very soon.. wonderful accommodation, luxurious yet cosy. The BBC subsequently commissioned and aired Three Men in Another Boat, Three . We'll be back. Note the star struck cattle's excitement as Griff arrives to open the River Waveney Study Centre Lucy T. - Thank you for sharing your beautifully renovated farmhouse with us. Kate V. - We could not have wished for a better break. Lovely to be greeted with a row of cows staring at you in the morning too ! We watched the videos of the restoration of Trehilyn by Griff Rhys Jones and if made me appreciate where we were even more. for 1 week, 1,106 to 2,112 Matthew M. - We would definitely recommend Granar Trehilyn and hope to stay there again. Feels like its been put together by someone with great taste who wants you to feel special as their house guest. This part of Pembrokeshire is stunningly beautiful with many coastal walks beaches and wildlife moments all around. - Thank you, we would love to return sometime. Our house welcomed us in with tones of comfort that can only be provided when created by a family of builders and conservationists who had so obviously become part of the farms history. 28.3.10, Get exclusive special offers and promotions delivered directly to you by email, Under the Thatch Ltd. all rights reserved, Selected dates: {{ selectedData.fromDate }} - {{ selectedData.toDate }}. The character of the cottage has been maintained, with lovely colours throughout and lots of attention to detail. Reels. What a beautiful cottage - so lovingly restored - well worth watching the video of the restoration project to see the transformation and work needed. What a superb cottage. Mattresses, feather and down duvets and pillows and linens are a high quality. Brilliant location and so warm and cozy. 2000. Wifi: available Lovely location - a real feeling of space afforded by views to the horizon in several directions and sufficient space around the cottage to enable us to sit out in different spots at different times of day. Stunningly peaceful setting. Bowled over at the care and attention that has gone into the other buildings on the estate and have fond memories of the nature walk and joining the nearby coastal footpath to Strumble Head. Griffith Rhys Jones OBE (born 16 November 1953) is a Welsh comedian, writer, actor and television presenter. Lovely cottage - as good as promised. Mark B. Contemporary but cosy. What a lovely, warm and friendly house! It's such a special space to spend time in a fantastic location. 2 dogs), fee applies. The artist has splashed out 15 million on the stunning London townhouse. Bwthyn Trehilyn is a beautiful place to stay - we and our (indoor) cats relaxed from the moment we got there. Everything worked so well from the layout to the heating and plumbing. We wanted somewhere quite and peaceful with walks from the doorstep and that is what we got! Executive Producer presenter. We all adored being at Trehilyn Uchaf, it suited all very well, adults and dogs alike! 10 . Area is beautiful too. We so enjoyed our stay at Trehilyn. - E3. I would also like to add that dealing with you has been a pleasure and Katie in particular has been most helpful. Finally, our dog was safe too with the gate closed and enjoyed his holiday with the family 'pack'. Nothing went wrong at all but helpful Housekeeping gentleman checked with us. The Ferry inn St Dogmaels for lunch/dinner or Melyn Tregwynt for breakfast! The weather wasnt the best but it was lovely getting cosy next to the log burner and listening to the wind howling outside. Published . Griff Rhys Jones and Trehilyn [ edit] Trehilyn farmhouse Grouted roofs came to some prominence in 2007, when comedian and architectural restorer Griff Rhys Jones began work on Trehilyn farmhouse at Llanwnda, Pembrokeshire. Adrienne willcox . Our third cottage at Trehilyn, we love them all, another UTT we really did not want to leave, rain or sunshine, a top notch home from home. - He is an actor and writer, known for Alas Smith & Jones (1984), Not the Nine O'Clock News (1979) and The Misadventures of Mr. Wilt (1989). Clare W. - Access to the coastal path is easy, St David's is a stone's throw away and Fishguard has some lovely shops. The woodburning stove was easy to use and the underfloor heating kept us very cosy. The log burner in the sitting room was great for chilly November nights and our spaniel appreciated the secure garden at the front and back. Tickets cost 30.00 and are available to book from the Torch Theatre Box Office on 01646 695267 or online at torchtheatre.co.uk Thoughts are with her family. Heaven for us. We had a wonderful week . A truly beautiful part of the Pembrokeshire coast. Other than that, it was great. A really lovely cottage in a beautiful location. Bwthyn Trehilyn was wonderful, cosy and warm, and just what we were looking for, for a weekend of total relaxation with our two dogs. Television star Griff Rhys Jones has become embroiled in a row with cyclists after putting up signs banning them from using a public path next to his peninsula home. Beautiful cottage in a great location.Well fitted with everything you need. Julia T. - Marilyn H. - See full bio Born: November 16, 1953 in Cardiff, Wales, UK Walk to the famous lighthouse on Ynys Meicl or hike out to Porthsychan cove. Annette B. 244 following. Nia W. - Great location for walking. Alice noon N. - Starting his comedy career in the 1970s, he is today perhaps best known for his travel shows such as Griff's Great Australian Adventure, Griff's Great Britain and more. More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Resume Born November 16, 1953 Add to list Awards Myfanwy S. - quality - we visit and revisit every property to make sure they meet our standards, and only the best make the 'utt' grade, location - every location is a winner - we don't hide nasties like roads/ugly views from our photos, satisfaction - we've probably got the highest rate of returning customers of any cottage company, service - we're here to help and pride ourselves on personal service, value - you won't find the same property cheaper anywhere else, sustainable - we've many of the 'greenest' holiday properties on the market, Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National ParkGuests: 5 Sarah W. - Beautiful setting, beautifully looked after. We packed a lot in and I'd love to come back and perhaps explore the eastern coastal paths next time. 1.6.12, We've had an amazing stay. Griff is giving visitors the guided tour of the furnished and finished water mill and cottage. Expect a genuinely stylish, quality interior with real attention to detail. Griff Rhys. Everything you need is provided and you are left to enjoy! It was relatively well equipped and very comfortable. What more could you want. ~ Tony & Jackie from Brighouse, 'The moment we crossed the threshold it felt like home, we loved everything about Trehilyn. We had a problem with noise from the boiler during the night but hopefully that's now sorted as engineers arrived as we were leaving. A truly memorable holiday in a very special place. Weve stayed at a few UTT properties but this is by far the best. A hairdryer would have been welcome - and we were very puzzled at the lack of draining rack or board, which made washing up tricky. An excellent base in a lovely quiet location. The 1830s farm estate derives its name from Heilyn, son of Gwyn the Old, a Welsh hero who appears in the medieval Mabinogion stories. Kids will enjoy the slide and swing set or trying to spot dolphins and whales from the lookout over the hill. In 2004, he led a demonstration at the Senate House in Cambridge University for the purpose of saving architecture as a degree in Cambridge. It suited our party perfectly. Pets welcome (max. Broadband internet & Wifi & underfloor heating throughout, Kitchen: washing machine, coffee-pod machine, microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, Twin bedroom: single bed and another accessed via a ladder in cosy loft space, Master bedroom: king-size double bed,with en-suitewith bath, Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.. guests 3, Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.. guests 6, Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.. guests 4, Strumble Head, North Pembrokeshire coast.. guests 4, Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.. guests 5, Strumble Head, Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.. guests 9. Griff Rhys Jones: At last I'm exploring my real Welshness. So close to the coast too! He is married to Jo Jones. We had our dog with us and although there was a sweeping brush it would have been useful to have a vacuum cleaner as well. Griff Rhys Jones "was born in 1953 in Cardiff. Pets? He is the president of The Victorian Society The Victorian Society fights to protect Victorian and Edwardian heritage from demolition or careless alteration. We had a wonderful holiday at Granar Trehilyn. Delightful cottage in a lovely setting. Ruth L. - The restoration of this cottage was the subjectof the BBC TV series Return to a Pembrokeshire Farm. Alison C. - Sharon D. - Would recommend sweeping the cobwebs as they are quite noticeable. Excellent historical useable property in one of the most beautiful areas of Wales. It is the best place we have ever stayed. for 1 week, 'Top 10 Best New Holiday Cottages in UK' - Observer. Catherine H. - The bedrooms are very comfortable too. - Lovely warm and cosy cottage which was a delight to stay in. Its a really beautiful, well equipped house and the whole of Trehilyn is fantastic. 2.9.11, An exquisite cottage in a beautiful setting! Fantastic views from the bedroom. The star rose to fame in the early 1980s doing comedy on shows such as Not the Nine O Highly recommended. Gower. The whole Strumble Head site is charming and the small shop thoughtfully stocked. Such a beautifully restored cosy cottage with everything that you need. Cegin Fach - small contemporary kitchen with Bosch dishwasher, microwave, oven etc. We loved the coast path, so near to the house and a great walk on either direction. It was nice to just spend time in the cottage and walking the fields with the dog. Sian P. - Kate W. - Nature walk (enclosed from livestock) along stream to far end of the farm and a ruined cottage. Simon H. - The gardens are fabulous if youre luck with the weather. Griff RJ has done a superb job restoring and converting these special buildings whilst preserving their historical and architectural integrity. Videos Tagged. Our second break at this location and well definitely be back again. As part of his new television series, A Great Welsh Adventure with Griff Rhys Jones, the famed presenter is visiting Pembrokeshire in episode three. Lisa heledd jones . The cottage is of high specification and the owners have renovated the cottage very stylishly and having watched the TV show made it even more special Kate P. - - Escape, relax, unwind.. Hide and seek, pooh sticks, baking , walking and having the most peaceful week has left an indelible mark on my family. Popular comedian, actor and writer Griff Rhys Jones has invited friends from the screen and stage to his Pembrokeshire home this weekend in aid of a local youth charity. Parlour sitting room with open log fire, Small digital LCD TV & DVD. 2,381 posts. Griff Rhys Jones with his mum, Gwyneth, at his home in Stutton where cyclists have been using the public footpath which runs through his garden. 13.4.12, We have had a wonderful time at Blissful Bwthyn. We had a wonderful stay in beautiful Granar Trehilyn. The cottage is beautifully presented and the location is superb. It had everything you need plus more. Griff Rhys Jones. Carole jones . - Such a beautifully designed cottage and very clean. . Nature walk (enclosed from livestock) along the stream to far end of the farm and a ruined cottage. A wonderful property with such a friendly feel. Beautifully simple yet wonderfully well equipped. Anna kitley . Henry strudwick . We spent a very happy new year! There was not a trace of that "holiday cottage" soulless feel, and so we felt at home right away. Walk to the famous lighthouse on Ynys Meicl where you'll find a whale and dolphin-watching station, or explore the trails on the estate including a small woodland, some ruins and a small play area for kids. Across the lane there is trouble at t'mill, as Griff's plans meet local objections. Rustic furniture fits well with the cottage, if a little worn in places, but certainly didn't detract from the holiday. Although it is tempting to just potter around the cottage and the farm there are some beautiful locations close by. Eirlys jones . Absolutely loved the nature trails on the farm. Stephanie, Tom, Jo & Richard Episode 2 2/5 Nature decides to intervene in Griff Rhys Jones's Pembrokeshire restoration project. Griff Rhys Jones was born on November 16, 1953 in Cardiff, Wales, UK. Julia, Michael and Sean. The cottage has underfloor & central heating throughout & a woodburner. Flexibility of accommodation is what attracted us and the restoration that went it to this Welsh Farmhouse. We really enjoyed our weekend at this beautiful cottage. 3/5 As summer arrives, the farmhouse is stripped down to its bare essentials. Many thanks to all involved. Griff Rhys Jones (pictured at his mill pond in Pembrokeshire) is custodian of a stretch of rural Welsh river that was home to magical rare species of fish until they were wiped out,. We had a quick drive to the lighthouse and the blue lagoon and it was close to amenities in Fishguard (the Royal Oak was incredible!). We had some problems with the upstairs radiators and Anthony came round straight away to sort it out, which is great. Big bath but bit slippery as no bath mat. E.k faure W. - Miss emma hancock . Sustainability was behind every decision in this restoration, and there are two EV chargers for electric vehicle drivers available. Despite the rain we enjoyed some lovely walks on the nearby coastal path. - - Please give us a call on 01437 765 765 or join our availability waiting list. We had a magical weekend at Bwthyn Trehilyn. Griff Rhys Jones Tour Dates. Ents24 Ltd, Technology House, 18 Whiteladies Road, Bristol, BS8 2LG UK registered company no. Have been many times and will come back many more. A really special place from which we will take many happy memories. Great holiday so thank you. This was our second time in Granar Trehilyn and found we loved it even more. The nature trail was a wonderful surprise and quite magical to have on our doorstep. Good communication with the management company and the housekeeper and on site honesty shop was very useful for more logs so we were able to have a fire each night nearby, but Goodwick and Fishguard are only a few miles drive away. Alas Smith and Jones is a British comedy sketch television series starring comedy duo and namesake Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones that originally ran for four series and two Christmas specials on BBC2 from 1984 to 1988, and later as Smith and Jones for six series on BBC1 until 1998. Lee B. He is an actor and writer, known for Alas Smith & Jones (1984), The Misadventures of Mr. Wilt (1989) and Not the Nine O'Clock News (1979). 2 dogs), fee applies, Bwthyn Trehilyn is a dog-friendly luxury holiday cottage restored by Griff Rhys Jones and family in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. 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