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Just a few of the comments that we have received recently from departing guests.
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JK from Surrey
A lovely stay. Thanks to you and the entire team for such kind hospitality - Oscar included.
We were very appreciative of the excellent food - such precise cooking, first rate ingredients, brilliant presentation and your wonderful Polish staff. We enjoyed the conversations so much. Well appointed rooms and flawless housekeeping added to the sense of complete professionalism.
Please can you include us on your mailing list. We do hope we can find time to come on a future occasion, perhaps in the late autumn.
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J and C Evans
We want to thank you for the lovely stay in Ynyshir last week. All your staff are so charming and made our all -too-short stay so memorable.
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I and M Henson
Thank you and all the staff for a wonderful stay. We feel so relaxed after the break and seeing you all. Can’t wait for our next visit.
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Jeremy Wayne (Tatler magazine)
Thank you so much for having us to stay at Ynyshir. What a wonderful experience it was - too short of course but a delicious escape from the city and a tantalizing glimpse of your special world in mid-Wales. We had such an enjoyable stay, You were all thoroughly welcoming and so very generous. We will remember our brief time at Ynyshir for a very long time to come.
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P Crawford
Just a short note to thank you for the delightful short break at Ynyshir Hall on Saturday and Sunday. Pat and I did not think such wonderful places existed. Please thank the staff for their attentive nature. You have a wonderful property with beautiful decor. I am sure it will not be long before we visit again.
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D Howson
What a fantastic week end we have just had at Ynyshir Hall. We were so impressed by the glorious food, luxurious accommodation and most of all by the service which was quiet, unobtrusive and generally excellent.
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Sarah Penn
I just wanted to drop you a quick note to say thanks to you and your wonderful staff for helping to make our recent stay with you so pleasurable - and also, thank you for being so understanding about our weather related 'no show' on Friday night! I thought you might be relieved to know that we managed to make it back to London in around 4h 30mins on Sunday, so much better than on the way up!
We had a wonderful stay, even despite the rather inclement weather - and in fact, I'm pleased to say, Rob proposed to me on Saturday night after dinner
- so I think your chef must be doing something right!
Anyway - thank you once again - we very much hope to be back with you again before too long.
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Paul and Yvonne from Gloucester
Dear Mrs. Reen,
Thank you so much for looking after us so well for our visit to you last weekend. You made it very special for a special anniversary. Everything was perfect, especially the welcome, the food and surroundings throughout the hotel and our lovely room.
We had two lovely days, and you also laid on some good weather for our walk near Barmouth on Sunday, and Powis Castle gardens (brilliant!) on Monday.
Thanks again, and we look forward to a return visit – hopefully not too long.
Yours sincerely,
Paul &Yvonne
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Mr & Mrs Killet from USA
Dear Joan, February 2007
A tiny gift to tell you once again how much Charlie and I appreciated all your endless help re his passport, and to make sure you realize not only what a perfect & delightful hotel you have there, but what a charming and warm person you are. I hope that you appreciate that in yourself….. we do!
Come and see us in Carmel- we’d love it.
The gift is to hold stamps and is sent with affection,
Charlie and Nancy Killet.
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Mr and Mrs Duffett from Berkshire
Dear Mrs. Reen, Shane and all the Staff at Ynyshir Hall,
A belated Thank you to all who looked after us on our weekend away in May.
Sorry for not writing sooner, but with our wedding time just flew.
We look forward to returning as Mr. and Mrs.!
Best Wishes,
Neil & Wai 07.07.07
PS, Please find enclosed a small gesture to show our thanks. We would like all the staff to have a drink, or two on us!
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Mrs Clifford from Hereford
Dearest Joan, and all the staff,
Such a big thank you for looking after me (especially as I was on my own – very nervous and rather weepy—sorry!) so fabulously well.
I think of you often and only wish we could frequent Ynyshir Hall more.
Much Love,
Ali 22.09.07
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Mr and Mrs Streatfield from Bury St Edmunds
Dear Joan,
Just a short note to Thank you for having us to stay at your wonderful hotel.
What a fantastic base from which to enjoy the big picture of Wales.
Thanks also to your team for making our stay so effortless and relaxing,
Yours,
Jackie and Henry Streatfield. 01.05.07
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Heidi Ruge
Dear Joan,
Many thanks to you and all the team at Ynyshir for a really lovely stay—
Best wishes,
Heidi
( Heidi Ruge, Waitrose Food Illustrated)
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Mr and Mrs Williams from USA
Dear Joan,
Roger and I had a delightful stay at Ynyshir Hall last fall. We were with Ted and Jennifer Conover. Jennifer tried to describe the place , but it certainly exceeded our expectations.
Thank you for the warm hospitality,
Roger and Gerry Williams
01.02.07
Ps the enclosed gifts are to remember us by!
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Mr and Mrs Hughes from Milton Keynes
Dear Mrs. Reen,
I would like to thank you for the hospitality you showed during our stay at Ynyshir Hall. The Hotel is beautiful and we all felt thoroughly spoiled by your kindness and generosity , making it a most memorable stay.
Would you please pass on our sincere thanks to Shane and staff who were most attentive to our needs making our time there so very special,
Kind Regards,
Alison Hughes June 07
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Mr and Mrs Sturrock from Kermingham
Dear Mrs. Reen,
We have so enjoyed our stay at Ynyshir Hall. A beautiful Country House Hotel in a stunning setting. We have discovered a part of the country we did not know and are captivated by it.
You and your staff have been so attentive. Please put the enclosed into the ‘tips’ box as a big thank you from us.
Most Gratefully, Alan, Tricia and Olivia Sturrock
October 06
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Mr and Mrs Manners
Dear Shane,
We are writing to say a huge thank you for looking after us so well during our stay here.
Your cooking has been absolutely superb; the food utterly delicious and presented in such an appetizing and attractive manner.
We have been incredibly impressed by your culinary skills whether it was fish , meat or vegetarian, and your breads and brioches are phenomenal.
We have no doubt whatsoever that you have a very illustrious career ahead of you and are sure a Michelin Star will be yours in the next guide with a second to follow soon after.
We wish you immense success in your career and hope to eat your food often in the future.
Thank you for obtaining the rack of lamb for us – it was extremely kind of you.
With Sincere Best Wishes,
Paul & Lorraine Manners
May 2007
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Mr and Mrs Du bois from London
Dear Joan,
Fiona and I wanted to thank you for a wonderful break at your Hotel. We travel around the world and no doubt, we will have many return stays with you.
Your hospitality and kindness are clearly difficult to beat. Thank you for taking the time to drive us around. The house is beautiful and the gardens ,breathtaking. The excellent food of your chef Shane Hughes rates easily amongst the best anywhere in England. Shane is also by far one of the most thoughtful chefs when it comes to special requests. Candy is already asking to come back to your garden and to be well fed! Your entire staff is first rate.
We became aware of your hotel through your partnership with the Von Essen group and I wish you much success with them.
We hope to see you in the near future.
Kind Regards,
Pierre-Andre Dubois
May 07
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Mr and Mrs Keighthley
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Reen,
My husband and I would like to take this opportunity in thanking you most sincerely for a delightful stay in your country house hotel—Ynyshir Hall.
All of your staff, have been most friendly, caring , helpful and generous. A great credit to you, especially your head chef, Shane Hughes, whose ability to create the most wonderful dishes has been exquisite.
We already look forward to our next visit.
Yours Sincerely,
Angela and Mike Keighthley, march 07
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Malcolm and Particia from Jersey
Dear Rob and Joan,
At last I am sitting down to write to you with a big thank you! We have thought about you a great deal since our last visit as we can’t stop singing your praises to all our friends.
Ynyshir is just superb- a true ‘Relais’ – practicing all the 5 ‘C’S’ in abundance. Furthermore , we felt so spoiled by you and you made Sophie so welcome.
Our compliments also to your fabulous chef, all was excellent from the marmalade to the scones to the wonderful dinners.
With lots of Love,
Malcolm, Patricia and Sophie
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Mr and Mrs Carpenter from Aberystwyth
Dear Mr & Mrs Reen,
Thankyou all for a superb Father,s Day lunch at Ynyshir Hall yesterday. The surroundings, both inside and outside were exquisite, the food brilliant and the service received was second to none.
Our children could not have chosen a nicer venue for us to celebrate the day.
With very Best Wishes,
Eifona and Peter Carpenter
18.06.07
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Valerie Moller from Canada
Hello Joan,
Having now returned to Vancouver, Canada, I'd like to thank you for your kindness and hospitality during our stay in June.
Your assistance in helping me locate the place in Corris, where I was evacuated during the war, was very much appreciated. In fact I still can't believe my search fell into place so easily! Wales is even more beautiful than I remembered as a child.
The friendly staff and immaculate housekeeping contributed to a memorable stay, and dining was quite an experience! (Thank you Shane).
Again, thank you for looking after us so well. My stay at Ynyshir Hall was the highlight of my U.K. holiday.
Best Regards,
Valerie Moller
(visiting with George & Mary Read)
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Roger & Grace Martin from midlands
Thankyou very, Very much for taking such good care of us both.
We have had a wonderful start to 2008.
January 2008
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Bruno & Bridget Boelen from Hornfleur France
Dear Joan,
It was really a delight to meet you and your charming staff last week, and thank you so much for your kindness.
Bruno was really able to relax within the absolute charm and peace & quiet of your beautiful hotel.
We really do hope that you will come and visit us in Hornfleur, we would be delighted to see you both.
It is supposed to be an artists Paradise!!
I do hope that you were able to spend a wonderful day with your family - the weather was incredible!
Thank you so much,
With our Kindest Regards, Bruno & Bridget Boelen
June 2008
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Clive and Julie Andrews from Hampshire
Dear Mrs Reen and the Ynyshir Team
We were so impressed with your lovely hotel and the magnificent way you all took care of us. We felt welcome from the moment we arrived, right through to our departure, and the environment created is one of total relaxation and opulence. Your cuisine was first rate; Shane is a great credit to you in creating such wonderful food through his team. All in all, our stay was all we had hoped it might be, and more, thank you so much.
We hope to see you at Chewton Glen in the not too distant future.
Kindest regards
Clive and Julie Andrews
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Bridget & Graham Farren
Dear Mrs Reen,
A belated note to thank you so very much for making my birthday so special and memorable.
My souvenir Menu of Shane’s Dinner has been looked at by my friends and drooled over.
We enjoyed the weekend break, exploring the valleys and the beautiful countryside, and can laugh how absurd being blown of our feet by the wind on the ridge where the wind turbines are situated.
Please pass on thanks to your staff for looking after us, and a huge thank you to Shane,
Sincerely,
Bridget & Graham Farren
5th June 2008
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Paul & Yvonne
7th August 2008
Dear Mrs Reen,
Thank you so much for looking after us so well for our visit to you last week-end. You made it very special, for a special anniversary.
Everything was perfect especially the welcome, the food and surroundings throughout the hotel, and our lovely room. We had two lovely days and you also laid out some good weather for our walk near Barmouth on Sunday, and Powis castle gardens (Brilliant!) on Monday.
Thank you again & we look forward to our next visit, hopefully not too long.
Your Sincerely, Paul & Yvonne
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Alan & Euan Soliff from Switzerland
July 2008
Dear Joan,
The stay here was clearly the highlight of our journey to England & Wales! The sumptuous & Elegantly presented dinner and breakfast, the lovely linen & towels carefully selected, warm and gracious staff. We could not have asked for more.
Our heartfelt appreciation for all the attention to detail and food that is beyond compare,
Thank you!
Alan & Euan Soliff
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Matthew and Susan from Bath
January 2008
Dear Joan & Rob,
Thank you both so much for a smashing New Year. Your kindness and generosity was very much appreciated.
Apologies for the late acknowledgement. Yet another friends death and funeral since we were all together.
Rob, Thank you for: NO MORE WORDS
Joan: Thank you for being you.
Loads of love to you both,
Hope to speak to you soon,
Matthew & Susan
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Gareth Neilson, from Swansea
Dear Mr & Mrs Reen and Staff,
Just a short note to say thank you very much indeed for making my stay so special whilst on holiday at your hotel.
Thanks particularly to the Chef, Shane, who went out of his way to ‘Show Off’ his splendid kitchen and garden, and producing such excellent menus.
I’ve now returned to Earth with a bang, but will be able to regale my friend with stories of fine dining and photographs of the hotel.
Thanks again, Sincerely
Gareth Neilson, (Swansea)
28th November 2008
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Graham from Aberaeron
24th November 2008
Dear Joan & Staff,
Many Thanks for the truly lovely stay in your gorgeous house.
It was a one off visit, of which I finally got around to doing.
Also for making me feel part of your family.
Special Thanks to Gianluca who took my reservation, what a lovely man.
Fantastic, have a Great Christmas.
Lots of Love to you all, From Graham
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Janet Berriman from Staffordshire
August 2008
Dear Mrs Reen,
Thank you so much for another lovely weekend in your magical hotel.
We came away from there feeling refreshed & cosseted once more,
Yours Sincerely,
Janet Berriman
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Alma and Tony, April 2009 from Conwy
Dear Mrs Reen,
We just wanted to thank you and all your staff for the wonderful lunch we had at Ynyshir Hall last Friday , when we claimed the prize from the Trawsfynydd Charity Raffle. The food was delicious and the service impeccable.
Now that we have paid one visit to Ynyshir Hall , we hope to return very soon.
Your Sincerely,
Alma and Tony,
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Anna and Dai ,April 2009 from USA
Dear Gianluca,
We wanted to send you a short note to thank you for everything that you did to make our wedding so special.
We enjoyed every moment far more than we ever expected to and felt very relaxed.
We really appreciate the attention to detail and know that our guests had a fabulous evening.
Please pass our thanks to Shane, Joan and the rest of the team. We hope to be home shortly and to eat at Ynyshir,
Thanks again for everything,
Best Wishes,
Anna & Dai,
New York,
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Jean and Robert , May 2009 from Worcestershire
May 2009
Dear Mrs Reen,
Following our recent break of three nights at Ynyshir Hall on 6-9 May, we wanted to write and say how much we enjoyed our stay.
The room was lovely, spacious and warm, the staff charming and we were most comfortable. The food was superb and we particularly relished every evening meal which was a feast for the eyes as well as the stomach!
Many thanks to you and your team for their efforts, all of which were greatly appreciated. Perhaps you would be kind enough to extend our thanks to those concerned.
Best Wishes,
Yours Sincerely,
Jean & Robert Deboo-Jones
Worcestershire
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Coleg Ceredigion , May 2009 from Aberystwyth
May 2009
Dear Mrs Reen,
On behalf of the National Certificate Business Year 1 Students at Coleg Ceredigion, I would like to extend our gratitude to you following our recent visit to your Hotel. We would particularly like to thank you for taking the time to speak to us personally, as we know your time is very precious. You gave us not only the benefit of your experience as the owner of Ynyshir Hall, but the benefit of your teaching experience. It is an inspiration for the students to see such a successful business in their own locality.
We look forward to hearing of your continued success as part of von Essen Hotels and wish you well.
Yours Sincerely,
Alison Beer,
N.C. Business Course Tutor
Coleg Ceredigion
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Michaell Neve , May 2009 from Buckinghamshire
Dear Mrs Reen
Thank you for a most wonderful stay. Ynyshir Hall has the most lovely relaxing atmosphere with a level of service that has been honed to perfection – always there when required but not intrusive, friendly but not over familiar and staff able to judge the guests individual needs and requirements.
The food was wonderful and the setting for the dining room nicely relaxing while remaining formal, as befitted the hotel and style of food.
Our guided walks were quite excellent. Please thank Sue for showing us the hills. She judged our requirements perfectly – we could have managed a harder and faster walk, but it would have taken away from the relaxation element of our stay. As it was she provided excellent company, good conversation and guided us on a lovely walk.
Phil also proved an admirable guide for our trip to Borth Beach and viewing of the sunken forest. He was another fascinating character with interesting stories to tell and prepared to talk or listen as guests desired. This was a visit I would not have missed and we are so glad that we had the opportunity to experience it.
We wish to be able to come back again in the future and will do our best to organise to stay for longer. Thank you again – you are in our top ten for places to stay.
Best wishes
Michael Neve
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