Guests say
Guests have praised Llys Madoc, The Top Flat for its cleanliness, stunning sea views, and well-equipped facilities. The property's location offers convenient access to local attractions and the beach. The owners are commended for their friendliness and the thoughtful touches, such as a welcome pack. Some guests noted traffic noise and the challenge of stairs, but overall, the flat provides a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
The majority of reviews highlight the property's exceptional cleanliness, with guests consistently noting the spotless condition upon arrival. The attention to detail in maintaining a clean environment has been appreciated by many visitors.
The property's location is generally well-regarded for its proximity to the beach and local amenities, as well as the beautiful sea views it offers. However, some guests have mentioned traffic noise and limited local facilities during certain times of the year, which slightly impacts the overall location rating.
Guests find the property comfortable, with a cosy atmosphere, comfortable bedding, and a relaxing lounge area. A few comments about the shower and mattress suggest room for improvement, but these are outweighed by the positive feedback on the property's comfort.
The property is praised for being well-equipped and providing essentials for a pleasant stay. Some guests have suggested updates to the kitchen and mentioned a small shower cubicle, indicating that while the facilities are generally good, there is potential for enhancement.
The owners' thoughtfulness is frequently mentioned, with guests appreciating the welcome pack and other amenities provided. While such gestures are warmly received, it is noted that these are subject to the owners' discretion and may vary.
About this property
Perched just outside the centre of the village of Penmaenmawr, The Top Flat is a charming second-floor apartment ideally suited to a couple seeking to explore the North Wales coast. Within reach of the Snowdonia National Park too, the wonderfully located The Top Flat is close to local amenities as well as the popular locations of Conwy and Bangor. The living room/diner enjoys an abundance of light from the window as well as offering amazing views across the bay to Puffin Island, Anglesey and the Great Orme in Llandudno; make yourself at home in here on the large sofa and delight in watching a sunset before flicking on the TV to watch your favourite show. Prepare a delicious meal for two in the well-equipped kitchen to be served at the large dining table, with a host of appliances at your fingertips including an electric oven, gas hob, microwave and fridge, along with a handy washing machine, perfect for washing any wet clothes from outdoor adventures. Indulge in the excellent treats in the welcome tray offering a selection of teas, coffees, water, chocolate and biscuits for you to enjoy on arrival after your journey, a pleasant and thoughtful touch. Retire to the king-size bed in the elegant bedroom, with flourishes of warm yellow amidst the bright, neutral decor, it's a tranquil space to wind down in, served by the neat shower room where you can prepare for your day. The village of Penmaenmawr presents all you need for a self-catered stay, with local pubs and shops as well as the train station being a short walk away and easy access onto the North Wales Expressway. Begin your adventures in the Snowdonia National Park and head to Aber Falls, an amazing natural attraction of a beautiful waterfall, reached via a scenic walk through meadows and woodland, it makes a great day out. A thrilling day can be enjoyed at Zip World Penrhyn Quarry, home to a 5000 ft-high zip-line taking you on a mile-long ride through the air at speed as you take in the panoramic views of the area, it's a breath-taking experience not to be missed! Pop over to Conwy to explore the historic town, with Conwy Castle earning the status of World Heritage Site, it's a magnificent example of 13th century architecture and is wonderfully preserved. Step inside the 'Smallest House In Great Britain' by Conwy's harbour, before grabbing some fish and chips to eat as you watch the boats come and go. The beach at Penmaenmawr is made up of a mix of sand and shingle and is an easy walk away from the apartment, with kayaking, canoeing and windsurfing popular here. As well as the city of Bangor, the seaside resort of Llandudno and plenty more stunning scenery down the Conwy valley, The Top Flat makes a perfect base for a couple's adventure to North Wales.
Enjoying a delightful position on the North Wales coastline between Bangor and Conwy is the village of Penmaenmawr, home to a lovely stretch of beach as well as its own museum, Penmaenmawr Museum. There are several shops and pubs to enjoy, whilst the nearby historic town of Conwy boasts a host of attractions including Conwy Castle and the Smallest House in Great Britain, as well as being within reach of the stunning Snowdonia National Park.
Accommodation
All on the second floor.
One king-size bedroom.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Kitchen.
Living room/diner
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with Freeview and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for one car.
Sorry, no pets and smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.5 miles, beach 0.3 miles.
Note: Accommodation not suitable for young children as it is a top floor flat.
Note: There is a building site next door and there may be some noise during the day
Note - Check in day must be a Friday
Nearby points of interest
- Great Orme Country Park
- Welsh Mountain Zoo
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- National Slate Museum
- Penrhyn Castle
Reviews (38)
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John
Location was excellent for accessing the beautiful surrounding area. The flat met all of our needs and was spacious and generally well maintained The noise from the roads on either side wasn't an issue with windows closed due to being September Nice welcome pack. Parking was OK and not an issue We would definitely return to explore more
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Ruby
There's a knife sharpening thingy but past a certain point of bluntness, you can't sharpen knives that way. (We were ok because we always take our own - long experience of holiday homes!). A tray for carrying stuff between kitchen and sitting room would be handy. Re the oven instructions - we had a panicky few moments hunting for some means of lighting the oven before we found the gas lighter . A bit more info would be helpful. The noise from the road between the sea and the flat wasn't a problem because we didn't need to open the windows. We've only given 4 stars for accuracy because though we knew about the stairs, we didn't know about the steep slope to the parking spot and we were a little concerned about our vehicle (and us!) making it back up!
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Alison
We had booked this for 3 days expecting a relaxing break but left after just 1 hour during which I called Sykes to complain about being misled by their property description and therefore mis-sold the property as the location was not at all like the photos or listing description. The lounge & kitchen overlooked the A55 aka North Wales Expressway⦠a very busy road all hours of the day and night. The listing showed a photo of what looked like a coastal road with a single car on it which was not a true reflection of the road. Whilst we were there there was a constant flow of HGVs, coaches and cars on it creating massive amounts of noise. Likewise the bedroom overlooked a 40mph road feeding onto the A55 which was also very busy while we were there (4pm ish), it was advertised as a âa tranquil space to wind down inâ but wasnât with the busy road noise. The listing advised of noise from building work nearby which would not have been an issue as we are normally out sightseeing during the day. What we expected was a restful night but this would not have been possible in my opinion due to the constant traffic. It was described as outstanding, offering a restful break, romantic, which clearly it was not. We didnât stay. Unlikely to book with Sykes again as their customer care team is not at all customer orientated. Told by the call handler I should have booked a different property as there were others available when I booked. Not sure where the customer care is in that comment.