Plas yn Rhiw

Plas yn Rhiw

Plas yn Rhiw
4.5
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
10:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed
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4.5
4.5 of 5 bubbles246 reviews
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Very good
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21
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Terrible
4

Merilyn Heath
Rome, Italy7 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 • Couples
A beautiful house, grounds and an idyllic cafe with the best cake and scones out of all the NT properties we have visited.
Sadly we were not told at the entrance that only one room was open due to renovations. We are members so we’re not out of pocket but the guide in that room was dismissive and rather rude. She couldn’t make eye contact and gave very terse replies to interested questions. I left pretty quickly and walked around the gardens which are so beautiful.
Written June 6, 2024
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Vizetelly
Bolton31 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2022
Wonderful experience at the Ystafell De Plas yn Rhiw Tea Room from start to finish! We enjoyed a special Christmas afternoon tea which we would highly recommend. The tea room team Sian, Linda and William were friendly and professional and set up a superb festive afternoon tea table for us and made sure that we were all happy with our food and ensured that we received the best service possible. Sian, Linda and William provided us all with a memorable afternoon tea experience and we really enjoyed the very efficient service and delicious food. We also attended Ystafell De Plas yn Rhiw Tea Room’s mince pie and coffee event. The cakes are exceptional and so beautifully decorated. This tea room and team are a real asset for Plas yn Rhiw. Sian, Linda and William certainly made Christmas very enjoyable.
Written December 22, 2022
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PThomas1985
Stourbridge, UK409 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2023 • Friends
We used Plas yn Rhiw as a base to do a 3 hour walk locally, around Rhiw itself in fact. A great walk, and surprisingly easygoing. I'm return to the National Trust car park, we had a quick look around the gardens - very pleasant - and then headed for the tea room for tea and cake. This was exactly what we needed after a walk. The inside was cosy, with a log fire burning, but we opted to sit outside on a fairly sunny January day. Perfect!
Written February 8, 2023
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Margaret B
16 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2022
the house was so unexpected a visit, we were staying in a campsite quite nearby, and just stumbled upon it. the parking is good, not too far a walk up a slight incline to reach the house and tearooms. its a charming property, owned by 3 sisters, each never married. they renovated the house and garden to a spectacular degree, and its left just as they left it. this is a national trust property, and wondering around the house, you can tell the care that has been taken to look after it, quaint little rooms and little nooks and crannies all over the house.
the garden is a delight, its cram jam packed with trees, shrubs, flowers and vegetables, along winding paths leading in several directions, there is a orchard i believe but didn't manage to see it this time, will do next i hope..
Written September 21, 2022
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Adrian S
9 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021
the visit began with the walk from the main car park to the first buildings, which turned out to be a small tea room with abundant outdoor seating. It was a mild early autumn day, with bright sun and clear views, so we decided to begin with a drink and piece of cake. Duly supplied with an americano and hot chocolate, and lemon meringue cake, we enjoyed our refreshments outside, looking down to the awesome Hell's Mouth bay. This is possibly the best of many tearooms we have visited at a NT property. Incidentally, the owners told us that their cakes are supplied by a local baker, and it must be said - they were stunning to view and delicious to taste.

Moving on, we were registered at the office, given maps, and set loose to explore. The house and gardens are indeed relatively small, and (as stated on the website) only the downstairs is open at present. As visitors from England we did have to bear in mind here and everywhere else we visited that week, that Wales is emerging from lock down more cautiously, which does have an impact on visitors and staff. However, the house is fascinating, and the story of its development and conservation good to read. We found an atmosphere of stability and calm which was much appreciated. The views from the front of the property are unsurpassed. From the house and garden we ventured into the woodland walk which rises up the hillside behind the house. When we visited, there were information boards about bees, which added interest to the walk.

Staff were on hand to answer questions and direct, and were pleasant and helpful.

Anyone visiting this property must be aware that it is in one of the most remote parts of Wales, reached only via roads which can wind and twist, with frequent passing places, and low traffic volumes (except in the summer holidays). This means, however, that it is in a quiet place, unspoiled by modern developments, and surrounded by wonderful wildlife. One imagines that the volunteer staff also have to travel these same routes to do their good work. Their commitment is to be commended.

Our visit to Plas Yn Rhiw was a highlight in an excellent week's holiday. It is a relatively small NT property, but packs a punch, for those who take time to immerse themselves, without rushing, into its quiet charms.
Written October 7, 2021
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Dawn W
3 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2023 • Couples
Stayed as 1paw dog friendly on site.
However thins means the dog can sit at the cafe with you and there is a separate walk, away from the house, called 'the lower woodland walk' its over grown and very short. Pointless.
The house itself has gardens, which I accept the 'no dogs' and extensive woodland walks, these could be dog friendly, you'd be able to at least see the house.
Written September 21, 2023
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Michael
London, UK88 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2020 • Couples
Plas yn Rhiw is owned by the National Trust. It's a compact Welsh Manor house above Hells Mouth Bay on the Lleyn peninsular. We stayed in the gardeners cottage (sleeps 4) which is something we did a while ago. We came back for the best views in Wales, lovely (if sometimes challenging) walks and the peaceful gardens. Every morning, no matter what the weather, you can sit on the verandah and watch the sea and the cliffs as they change in the light. Pure pleasure. The gardens aren't vast but are meticulously maintained and there are short walks in the woods too. Go up the hill above for even more spectacular views. The Welsh coast path passes through the property too. And the stars at night can be spectacular. As I am writing this a rainbow has appeared!
Written October 13, 2020
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CornishEm
Exeter, UK73 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2022
We loved our visit to Plas yn Rhiw. The staff at the house were friendly and welcomed us asking questions about the objects in the rooms. The gardens are beautiful and the orchard was very peaceful. The whole place had a magical feel. The cafe was great too.
Written February 4, 2023
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ElegantJo
124 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2022 • Couples
This garden must boast one of the best views, over Cardigan Bay. It is set high up in woodland and due to its temperate climate, its roses and even fuschias were in flower in May, which is truly enviable for those of us in other parts of the country where we have frosts.

The interior of the house was most interesting. I had never seen a paraffin cooking stove before, and spent some minutes considering how I would set about cooking Christmas Dinner with such an implement.

We were fortunate that one of the guides in the house was local, had visited as a young boy and had tea with one of the sisters who had brought the place back to life. He also got to know all the sisters later and had fascinating stories to tell.

The reason for dropping one star is that, with the best will in the world, this place is not very accessible. The NT has done its best, but is constrained by the geographical features and by the steep and changing levels throughout, but the views alone are a huge compensation.
Written May 28, 2022
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Gelert
4 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2021 • Couples
Drove 2 hour round trip, can only see ground floor of small house. However garden is nice enough.
Went to cafe after, long queue though 4 staff, present serving, even a tea seemed to take 10 minutes. Finally my turn. Small selection of cake (3). Asked for a slice , thin slice you could nearly see through for£3.50. I questioned the size. Woman said “ Do you want it or not”? Not a good example of customer service for a National Trust, and actually unusual in my exoeriance
Written September 10, 2021
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