Snaptrip says
Pen-y-Craig cottage is appreciated for its peaceful village location, with several guests enjoying the local pub and scenic walks. The property offers a warm, homely atmosphere with modern conveniences, and the secure garden is a plus for dog owners. While some guests have returned multiple times, indicating satisfaction, there are mentions of maintenance issues and a need for more comfortable lounge seating.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews indicate a mix of experiences regarding cleanliness. Some guests found the cottage spotless, while others reported dust, dirty dishes, and old food. The inconsistency leads to a slightly above average score.
The cottage's location in a peaceful village with proximity to a local pub and scenic walks is highly praised. However, some guests noted difficulty in finding the property and parking challenges.
Guests love the comfortable beds and bathrooms, but several reviews suggest that the lounge seating is uncomfortable. The mixed feedback on comfort results in a score above average.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as broken appliances and the need for better kitchen equipment. The presence of modern conveniences is noted, but the maintenance concerns affect the score.
There is insufficient information to accurately score thoughtfulness. While some guests were disappointed by the lack of a welcome pack, others did not mention this aspect, and there is no consistent reference to gifts or extra touches.
About this property
Prestatyn 2 miles. Pen-y-Craig is a delightful detached house residing in the small village of Gwaenysgor, nestled in the tranquil North Wales countryside, situated within the Clwydian Hill Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set over two floors and sleeping up to four guests, Pen-y-Craig is the ideal tourist base for a family looking to see all North Wales has to offer, whilst providing a homely setting to return to after a day of exploring. Arriving at the property, you will find two off-road car parking spaces just at the end of the lane that leads towards the house. After unloading your bags, step into the welcoming living room, with plush seating, a TV for those family film nights with a bucket of popcorn, all to be enjoyed in front of the warming multi-fuel stove. Rustle up tasty home-cooked meal in the well-equipped kitchen, which has everything the designated chef will need, including a handy dishwasher so cleaning will be a breeze! Gather around the dining table and open a bottle of fizz to toast to a wonderful holiday with your family. Guests will benefit from a convenient ground-floor shower room where freshening up has never been easier, along with a useful washer/dryer for any sandy clothes after a day at the beach. When sleep calls, guests can climb the staircase and retire to one of two bedrooms, the first being a generous double with an en-suite bathroom, where you can enjoy a soak with your favourite book before climbing into bed, along with a double which has plenty of storage for belongings. Outside, you can enjoy your morning coffee on the lovely picnic table under the electric awning, whilst the children enjoy playing. After a long day of exploring why not skip the cooking and treat the family to a stroll into the small village of Gwaenysgor for a delicious meal at The Eagle and Child Inn, which is just a short walk from Pen-y-Craig and ideally located for joining the Offa’s Dyke National Trail! The village resides on the side of a hill in the peaceful North Wales countryside and sits within the Clwydian Hill Range Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. For incomparable views, visit the Gwaenysgor car park and step out of your car to panoramic views overlooking the town of Pretstayn, the lush countryside and the coast. Pack up your buckets and spades and head to Prestatyn for a day at the beach, where the children can enjoy sandy beaches, amusements, watersports and a variety of scenic walks. For those who have brought their clubs along, Prestatyn is home to four golf clubs where you can brush up on your game. If you can tear yourself away, you will find the fantastic Welsh Mountain Zoo just a short drive away in Colwyn Bay, or the seaside town of Llandudno with its Victorian pier and promenade and theatre with a variety of performances available. Walkers will be in their element when visiting the picturesque lakes of Llyn Brenig and Llyn Alwen, scenic reservoirs where you can expect magnificent views and the perfect photo opportunities before a well-earned cup of tea at the Brenig café at the end. Make Pen-y-Craig your family getaway to North Wales and enjoy memories that will last a lifetime.
Resting on the lovely North Wales coast is the charming seaside resort of Prestatyn. Offering four miles of golden sandy beaches, the town is ideal for families, walkers, cyclists and tourists at any point through the year. There is also a good selection of shops, pubs, restaurants and cafés within the town with access to the starting point of the famous 8th century Offa's Dyke Pathway. Nearby, the Clwydian Hill Range offers unbeatable views and plenty more walking paths to discover.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x double.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with multi-fuel stove
Electric central heating with multi-fuel stove.
Electric oven and hob, combi microwave and oven, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Fuel for fire is provided with an honesty box.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Garden with patio and furniture.
One well behaved pet welcome.
Sorry no smoking.
Shop 1.4 miles, pub 0.2 miles.
Note: There are gentle steps leading down from the path to the property, take care.
Note: There is a split landing with two sets of steps leading to each bedroom, please take care
Nearby points of interest
- The Roman Bath House
- Gronant Dunes Beach
- Welsh Mountain Zoo
Reviews (30)
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John
Beding stained hoover stank when swiched on we would have gone back the next morning had it not been we came to visit annes sister in GRONANT the stairs were steep had to go down like a crab only one hahd rail however area was nice regards john
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Brian
Perfect wee holiday cottage. Beautiful, safe, secure garden for the dogs. Xx
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Susan
Ideal for for a much needed holiday break Good base for sight seeing Very clean and comfortable. Two good size bathrooms and bedrooms. Information folder very informative. Wy fi code available but unable to connect . this wasn't a problem to us as the Eagle and Child pub is just about 100 yards from the cottage and we just connected to there Wi fi. The pub run by Clint and Sue is very welcoming. Good food and selection of drinks available. Local taxi service use when going into Prestatyn on a evening as we didn't like driving up the steep hill in the dark. Great holiday would definitely book the Pen -y - Craig cottage on any further visits to Prestatyn.