Guests say
Gwyrfai Cottage is praised for its prime location, ideal for exploring and enjoying the beauty of the surrounding areas. Guests find it a warm and welcoming retreat, with a secure garden and amenities that cater to both comfort and convenience. While there are mentions of a need for improved cleanliness and maintenance, the overall experience is deemed enjoyable and relaxing, with special appreciation for the thoughtful touches provided for pets.
The cottage received mixed feedback on cleanliness. While no specific praises were mentioned, one guest noted the need for a deep clean, mentioning a mouldy shower curtain. This suggests room for improvement.
The location is highly commended, with guests appreciating the ease of visiting beautiful places and the joy of watching steam trains. It is considered a highlight of the cottage.
Comfort is generally well-received, with the cottage described as warm and welcoming. However, one guest suggested upgrading the mattress for better sleep quality.
Facilities are appreciated for being well-equipped, but there are concerns about maintenance, such as a dodgy cooker switch and lack of instructions. Overall, facilities meet guests' needs but could benefit from attention to detail.
Guests are pleased with the thoughtful touches, like treats for a Labrador, enhancing their stay. However, it should be noted that such gestures are not guaranteed and may vary.
About this property
Enjoy plenty of exhilarating activities close to this cottage, including Zip World, with its 500ft-high zip line offering magnificent views..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Sky, TV, Bluray Player, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Conservatory.
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate. Doggy extras.. Small enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. This charming, mid-terrace cottage is perfectly located on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park. The cottage boasts a conservatory opening out onto a fully enclosed garden that overlooks the narrow gauge Welsh Highland Steam Railway, as it makes its way from the historic town of Caernarfon deep into the stunning mountain scenery of Snowdonia. The train stops a short walk from the cottage, and sits alongside an award-winning local brewery pub. Pets are welcome in the property, and a large dog crate can also be made available.
A host of visitor attractions are close by, including magnificent Caernarfon Castle and the exhilarating Zip World, well known for its 500ft-high zip line and mile-long rides with panoramic views of the coastline and quarry. Also within easy reach is the university town of Bangor, with National Trust Penrhyn Castle, and a wealth of golden sandy beaches both on the island of Anglesey and the Lleyn Peninsula. The area is perfect for walkers, with many local walking paths close by, including the Snowdon Ranger Path, a few minutes’ drive away, that takes you to the summit of Snowdon. Beach 8 miles. Shop 1 mile, pub ½ mile and restaurant 5 miles.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- National Slate Museum
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- Caernarfon Castle
- Penrhyn Castle
Reviews (7)
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Martha
The perfect accommodation for dog lovers, the house has everything you could posibly need for dogs. I loved the attention to detail like the dog water bottle and doggy high viz jacket. The cottage feels really cosy and is very well equipped. The location was perfect for us for mountain hiking.
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage was perfectly located to be able to visit many beautiful places with ease. It was a welcome place to return to at the end of each day, and made our holiday enjoyable and relaxing. We even got to wave at the train as it went by!
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely place to stay, this cottage has everything you could possibly need and more.A great place for bird watching and if you like steam trains you're in for a real treat.