Snaptrip says
Glan y Gors cottage in Caernarfon offers a comfortable stay with stunning views and a good location for walking and family activities. The property has a well-equipped kitchen and the owner is responsive and accommodating. Some guests appreciated the welcome pack and festive decorations during their Christmas stay.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Several reviews mention issues with cleanliness, including dust, grime, and a musty smell. Some guests felt the need to clean upon arrival. However, not all reviews were negative, indicating inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is frequently praised for its stunning views and proximity to walking areas. It is described as a good base for exploring North Wales and Snowdonia, although some guests suggested better directions could be provided.
Guests found the cottage warm and the fire a plus in the evenings. However, some furniture was reported as 'well-worn' or uncomfortable, and there were comments about beds being too soft or low.
The property is well-equipped, with a good kitchen and ample parking. However, there are reports of maintenance issues such as a leaking shower and concerns about electrical setups. Some facilities, like the BBQ area, were not usable.
Guests mentioned a welcome pack and festive decorations, which were appreciated. However, as these are personal touches that may not be consistently provided, they should not be expected with every stay.
About this property
Llanberis 5 miles.
A traditional, stone-built semi-detached cottage, situated in a peaceful and elevated position in the scattered village of Dinorwic, on a mountain opposite Snowdon. Spacious and well equipped, the cottage is ideal for large parties with a roomy kitchen/diner and three bathrooms. There are ground floor facilities and widened doors which are suitable for less able guests and wheelchair users - please phone for further information. The accommodation is finished to a high standard and includes an inglenook fireplace in the sitting room with cosy woodburning stove. There is an attractive, enclosed terraced garden, withgarden furniture and BBQ - perfect for a relaxed family break. Pretty Llanberis with its scenic pass and excellent walking is 5 miles away by car (2 miles on foot), and Anglesey, with its many sandy beaches, is only half an hour's drive. An excellent retreat at any time of the year.
Llanberis is dwarfed by the imposing Mount Snowdon; the highest mountain in England and Wales. Many walkers and climbers are drawn by the challenge of Snowdon, but it is also possible to experience the views from the summit by taking the Snowdon Mountain Railway. Llanberis is located in the Snowdonia National Park and offers other attractions for those interested in unspoilt scenery, abundant wildlife and the variety of activities offered by the great outdoors. For a more relaxed approach, Llanberis is well-served by restaurants, pubs and shops and there are a number of tourist attractions within a short drive, such as Caernarfon Castle and National trust properties at Penrhyn and Plas Newydd.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 2 x twin (one on ground floor), 2 x family rooms with double and single bed (one with four poster).
Ground floor shower room with walk/wheel-in shower, basin and raised WC with grab rails.
Two first floor bathrooms with bath with shower over, basin and WC (one with whirlpool bath).
Due to the new Government legislation regarding the Rule of 6 the prices for this property have been reduced in order to accommodate smaller groups of up to 6.
Large, well equipped fitted kitchen with dining area.
Large, comfortable sitting room with woodburning stove and large bed settee.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, video, CD/music centre, WiFi.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Cot, highchair and stairgate on request.
Ample off road parking (5 plus cars).
Enclosed terraced garden with garden furniture and BBQ.
Three well-behaved pets welcome.
Shop and pub 15 mins walk (Deiniolen).
Nearby points of interest
- National Slate Museum
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- Penrhyn Castle
- Caernarfon Castle
Reviews (24)
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Jemma
The sofas were dirty and smelled. The foot stool was broken. The kitchen was dirty especially the fridge and cutlery drawer. The toilet seat upstairs was broken making it uncomfortable to sit on. The bedding in the cot had a blood stain on it. When stripping the beds on departure the quilts and pillows were stained. There was numerous extension cables left on the floor which we felt was a safety hazard, especially with young children around. A number of our party have left with bites on their bodies. The property needs a good clean and to be fully maintained before let to the public.
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Lynnet
However, the house was dusty and grubby, the kitchen especially, with crumbs on the worktop and grease in the grill pan. I felt I needed to wash all utensils and pans before use. The sitting room is shabby, with inadequate lighting so impossible to read in the evening. The shower chair (which wasn't there on arrival as promised but was swiftly brought round) had tyres that were rotting and crumbling off in large chunks. The bedrooms were OK, though we noticed bare wiring in one of the ceiling lights. This was fixed promptly. The accessible bedroom, on the ground floor, smelt damp, and the drawers had a strange smell, as if they had not been aired for ages. The loo seat in the bathroom we used was cracked in two places, making it quite uncomfortable to sit on. The garden is overgrown, and the ramp & steps down to the overlong grass quite restricted by plants. Gutters were broken, and the lift at the front of the property has clearly not been working for many years. The shaving light in the accessible bathroom flashed on and off, so was effectively unusable. The instructions were out of date, and user manuals were either non-existent or hiding on the top of the kitchen units. When we arrived, there was one small hand towel for each of us, and we had to ferret around to find bath towels, which we eventually did behind the sofa, slightly damp. Sadly, the whole place felt uncared for and very poorly maintained.
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Jacqueline
Most of the furniture is not fit for purpose, it is old, well worn and smelly. The kitchen is especially dirty with thick grime around the fridge. A curtain hanging from the sink unit hides further dirt. Cutlery drawer dirty. Sticky kitchen floor. The hearth carpet infront of the fire has curled up edges - a dangerous trip hazard. 3 settees, all smell and all are uncomfortable. The matching cushions need binning, disgusting. The area in front of the property is concreted and worn. The owner hadn't bothered to cut the grass area for us. The 4 poster bed is just that, a bed with 4 posts, no curtains. Carpets throughout are very worn and stained in some areas. Bed linen was clean but very old and worn. Plastic toilet seat so worn that the plastic bits it sits on are protruding through the seat. The disabled room on the ground floor has a curtain in the doorway- next to an external door. I've holidayed in cottages for many, many years and by far, this property is the dirtiest, most uncared for property that I have ever rented. I think the owners must be laughing at renters as they obviously don't care about the service user. I didn't speak directly to the owner. My 92 year old dad was with us and said he didn't want to cause a fuss.