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Great views, great location, great value for money. I stayed here with my wife, kids and some friends and we all Had a great stay.
This is the second time my family adi have stayed here. It is an absolute gem of a place. It is comfortable and cosy and has everything you can think of. Including amazing views in the front and beautiful countryside in the back. It is in an amazing spot to use as a base everything is reached quickly. Thank you to the owner as it allows my growing family to have some amazing family time! Loved it.
Lovely spacious well equipped property in a great location in Barmouth. Had a lovely holiday here and will definitely return.
This was our second time at the house and it did not disappoint. The surroundings were amazing and we explored the nearest peak to see views for miles. The children loved rafting in bodyboards down the river and exploring the copper mines. We visited some attractions such as the Cysyllte aqueduct which was spectacular, some of the wonderful castles and Bodnant gardens was beautiful. Dafydd and Manon are so lovely and we enjoyed a few little chats with Dafydd who provided us with information and maps which helped us explore further. The house is cosy with everything we needed and we enjoyed...more
A very enjoyable stay over the New Year period in this comfortable and well equipped property. It was fantastic to experience the area and visit the beach during the winter period. The owners kindly left some lovely treats including a bottle of Prosecco which we enjoyed whilst sitting in the sunshine on the beach on New Year's Day. We look forward to staying again sometime soon.
The accommodation was excellent and having the two flats ideal for our family. Daughters, partners and baby upstairs and we were downstairs with mum. Gwen is an amazing host. Very helpful and nothing was too much trouble. The garden is lovely and great seeing the trains go past each day. We will definitely return.
The fact that this was our 33rd stay says it all! The wonderful view is ever changing yet always the same.
Zig Zag Cottage is the perfect place for families who want to get into the mountains or to the beach- perfectly located. The cottage itself has a great living space- we had two families with 4 children under 6 and we never felt like we were falling over each other. The cottage was immaculate, comfortable beds and games provided. The kitchen was well equipped and the garden great for dogs. I would suggest for guests to bring hand towels for the bathrooms as well as towels for washing and also hand soap Ian my provided so make sure you back some. Only thing I would change is if the accommodation...more
A cosy clean and comfortable cottage set in a very quiet village. The only problem we had, was that the garden was not enclosed so we were not able to let our dog run around unsupervised.
We were a family of 9 spending a very pleasant week in the old farmhouse. Everything we needed was provided and the house felt comfortable and relaxing. The railway station was on our doorstep when we wanted a break from driving and there were lovely walks in the area.
Nice traditional cottage in a pleasant part of Wales, not really suitable for those with mobility issues as the stairs are steep and the bathroom is downstairs. Comfortably furnished and the bed was very comfortable. Centrally located for Snowdonia and the surrounding area. Julie was very helpful and we appreciated the goodies.
We have been visiting Treetops at the end of October since 2019. 2020 did not happen, however we had our booking transferred to the same week in 2021. Location is ideal. The living room is really cosy. The new stairs to the decking makes it much easily to unload the car, instead of using the front door. We will be back in 2024. Well done Gwen and the whole team.
We had a comfortable stay. The bungalow has a beautiful view and is generally very clean and comfortable. We had very rainy, windy weather for most of our stay so couldn't use the garden areas. The surrounding area is very beautiful to explore. The welcome basket was appreciated.
This place was ideal for us, modern and spacious . It was very well equipped. Location is perfect for North Wales exploration. Walking distance to caernarfon. I would love to stay here again.
Returned to Sandcastles and it did not disappoint. Standards in every department where as high as ever. It’s truly a home from home and we all love it! Yes we’ll be back!
Another great holiday in outstanding accommodation and a magical location, can’t wait to come back in July
Lovely accomodation in a good location with spectacular views from the lounge overlooking the harbour. Very quiet. Home from home and spacious as there were only 2 of us. Would certainl;y come again even though we don't live too far away. Very well equipped. The only items we missed were a teapot and a clock. Excellent place to stay.
This is a very cosy mid-terrace property in Tanygrisiau. We stayed as a family with two teenage sons and they loved it. It is in an ideal location for strolling in to Blaenau Ffestiniog and riding the railway and Zip World. It's a short drive to Porthmadog and Port Merrion or you can take the steam train from the village station into Porthmadog and on to Caernarfon. The cottage sits in the shadow of the Moelwyn Hills and there is some fantastic trails and treks into the hills from the village. The walk up to the top of the Stwlan Dam, which forms part of the Ffestiniog Hydro Electric power sta...more
Had a relaxing break in this wonderfully restored modern cottage. Everything had been well thought of. Had no issues at all. Would love to come back.
Excellent stay in Snowdonia. Good customer service, cottage was lovely, only regret, not long enough . Thanks
Lovely relaxing holiday in a wonderful location. Did very little apart from enjoy the view over the estuary.
A nice property in a brilliant position. However certain appliances iin the kitchen need to be looked at.The icebox in the fridge doesn't shut properly as the handle seems to have been broken off. This makes the top shelf in the fridge wet and unable to be used. Also the settings for the oven have worn off the dial and there were no instructions.
We have stayed in this flat many times before. Whilst perhaps not the most luxurious property it has many features that suit us ageing visitors. Easy walking distance to the Ffestiniog Railway Station, the Harbour and the High Street with it's many shops and several good places to eat. The flat is all on one level and if sharing with friends the two main bedrooms are spaced well apart. Car parking is just outside of the property door and Gwen from STS Holidays can be easily contacted should you need help.
Our second stay here & it did not disappoint. Lovely welcome bottle of fizz & treats for the dogs. Thank you
Beautiful little cottage in Bedgellert backing onto the river in a very convenient spot for anyone wanting to walk inThe National park. Owners were super helpful, as were the staff in the local shop, and nothing seemed too much bother. Set in Beautiful surroundings with the mountains all around. Really enjoyed our stay and I would highly recommend.
This cottage is in a beautiful location and the village was quiet in March. It rained all the time we were there, but tha didn't matter at all. The only slight niggle was that the 'how to have a bath' information did not actually work in that you couldn't boost the temperature of the hot water. The information pack needs to be updated.
The cottage was roomy and very comfortable. The location was stunning, with a large garden and wonderful views.
the most amazing views and house to spend a relaxing week in rhe llyn peninsula. Thank you so much! We will be back!
Our family of two adults and two children aged 10 and 13 really enjoyed our stay at Waterfall Cottage. The cottage has been sympathetically modernised, keeping an old fashioned feel whilst offering excellent facilities and being very well equipped. Even though the weather during our stay was a bit rubbish it didn't matter. The hot tub was a great place to chill out in the rain as was the summer house high up in the garden, which offered dramatic mountain views whatever the weather. The garden is very steep and those with young children or mobility issues would probably find accessing the s...more
Port View Apartment was the perfect base to enjoy the restful harbour at Porthmadog from our comfortable armchairs. Occasionally we left our apartment to enjoy interesting shopping, three heritage railways and amazing views in every direction - all within a few minutes walk. This was our 10th year on holiday at Porthmadog as we simply can not find anywhere better!
Loveley relaxing holiday. Stayed at Sailing Home many times over 50 years with different owners. Best position on Snowdon Wharf. Get the bi-fold doors open and relax on sun trap balcony
The cottage was comfortable and spacious - plenty of room for our family of five including two enormous teenagers! It is generally well equipped and had all we needed for a few days in Wales. The thing that makes it truly amazing is the location. The views are stunning - when the cloud clears you can see the peak of Snowdon. It is very close to two of the paths up Snowdon, including the relatively easy Snowdon Ranger Path. The proximity to easier walks in Beddgelert Forest was great for days we didn't want to get in the car. The cottage was very good value. My criticisms are minor: some of the...more
Very nice apartment but totally unsuitable for a disabled person. This was our own fault as we didn't ask enough questions. This a new situation for us and we learnt a lot from the experience. We would like to come back next year but will have to find a more suitable apartment.
Cottage was perfect! We’ve stayed here 3 times now. Clean and warm over New Year & in centre of village
We really enjoyed staying in this property. The location and view from the apartment is amazing. It is very well equipped (kitchen, games, puzzles, books, information and instructions). Certain things are a bit dated but clean nevertheless, although toilet door was rather mucky when we checked in. We reported this to the office and they offered to get the cleaner to come and fix it. The semi outdoor areas suffer from damp unfortunately - a bit unsightly but ok. The beds and pillows are very soft unfortunately and my body and neck/shoulder didn't like it much. Location wise it is very centre to...more
Nice location overlooking the marina although Porthmadog itself seemed a little 'bleak' with quite a few closed up shops which I guess is similar to most high streets these days especially once summer trade is over. The property was pleasant enough and very clean but if you like a hard mattress and a hairdryer this is not the place for you. We will look at booking again though as we loved the surrounding beaches for our dog to run on although I will remember to pack my hairdryer.
What a beautiful little property with a fabulous view over the harbour. We booked for 4 nights and this had everything we needed for a lovely stay! Ideal location and would definately stay again!
The accommodation was clean and comfortable and very accessible. will book again. Minor suggestion: Bushes in the front garden need trimming down as they mask the wonderful view over the harbour Provision of bedding and linen very welcome
Good location and well equipped kitchen. However 2 very small sofas, not really suitable for 4 adults. Only 2 outside chairs as well. Double bed comfy but singles a bit creaky. Small TV for the size of the room. Possibly ideal for 2 adults and 2 children.
Plastic disposable cups in Bath room not glass or China as slate floors. Even some of the basics salt pepper etc, on hand when you get there. Having used other holiday companies they provide tea coffee milk bread butter condiments cheese and sweet biscuits .you have paid for them in the price but when get there you have something. Just a suggestion ,I am sure some will disagree , but after travelling its nice to get there unload chill before you need to shop.
We regularly book this apartment. The reason is it`s dog friendly, the view is amazing in all weathers, it`s comfortable, the location for up or down the coast is good, it`s clean and it has a parking space. We were looking to book it again in October but someone has beaten us to the week, we`ll have to see if we can get down later in the year.
We have just returned home from a fantastic stay at stars and clouds cottage. The host, Roger was more than helpful. The cottage was spacious and comfortable and had everything we needed. The hot tub was fabulous and the views were amazing! We would definitely recommend a stay here!
We visited Llandanwg with two young grandchildren and the cottage was perfect for our needs with the minor issues of a very weak hot water pressure in the kitchen and a very inconsistent shower temperature which meant we could not allow the children to use it. The owner did very kindly warn us of this prior to our visit however, and also very considerately warned us that some building work next door might be a noise concern. This was no problem however as we were fully occupied elsewhere with the many beaches, cafes and walks which can be so easily accessed from the cottage. We would happily ...more
We came for a last minute 3 night getaway on 2nd Jan till Friday 5th & was very impressed with our stay & the accommodation was lovely. Was very cosy & comfortable & well equipped with all you needed. We all slept well & was very comfortable. Even the dog felt at home & loved the outside space. The shower was good but the bathroom was a bit small & water literally got everywhere when showering so you had to mop it all down afterwards. We did have a little leak too under the sink but we informed the company about it & it didn't affect our stay. We will definitely try come back again in the war...more
Great Location, Very well presented, Comfortable, Fantastic views, Very relaxing watching the weather coming in from the sea.
We enjoyed a rather wet week in North Wales this year. We enjoy this flat as its location is superb, overlooking the constantly changing estuary. Ffestiniog railway is always fun, even though the benefits for life members have been annoyingly reduced unilaterally. Weather could have been better this year, but a visit to Bodnant Gardens was memorable. The flat is compact but provides all the necessary facilities, and is comfortable. Recommended.
We were very grateful to be able to secure this apartment at short notice in Easter for a much needed break. It exceeded our expectations on every level. It is very roomy with two bathrooms (en suite is huge) and was spotlessly clean. Kitchen well equipped and a pleasure to cook in. The location is superb, being close to town and the harbour (albeit up and down 84 steps to town!) And en route to the beaches at Borth y Gest - ideal for us as with our dog. And the view is spectacular. I loved being able to sit in the floor to ceiling window with the sun streaming in in the morning. The apartment...more
Lovely cottage, great location, loved the Steam train at bottom of garden, good value for money, highly recommend
This was a second visit to this property as we loved it the first time round. When we arrived the patio door was unlocked. The apartment was spotless clean and thank you for the welcome biscuits. I have three observations which I did advise but never received a response. 1 we could not keep the heating on in the bedroom at night because the heater made a continual banging noise as if there was air in the system. 2 black out blinds are needed due to external lighting and the morning sun woke us extremely early. 3 we always leave accommodation clean and tidy as we found it. What I foun...more
We had an amazing stay at Dros y Dwr, the apartment was great, it was spotlessly clean, decorated to a high standard, very comformatable and had everything that we needed for our 8 night stay. The view from the living area and balcony is second to none, the location is perfect for walking in to porthmadog which has cafes, restaurants and shops. You can walk further to lots of other lovely spots, or drive out to all the great things close by. Absolutely loved our stay and will be back!!
Ideal location & parking in the street was no problem. Coming in from a walk and still being able to enjoy the view of the bay, even in the rain, was great. The kitchen is well stocked but the washing machine didn't work. I have reported this, so the owners are now aware. We would definitely recommend The Quatrterdeck and look forward to returning again soon.
Fabulous location. Great to be able to view trains as they cross the cob. Flat well equipped and warm and comfortable. Had a good holiday.
The cottage is in a perfect spot to explore this beautiful and peaceful part of Wales. The owner kindly provided tea, coffee, sugar, milk and Welsh cakes which is thoughtful and most welcome. The cottage was clean and well presented. The garden was perfect for our dogs, sadly the weather didn’t allow us the chance to enjoy it more. The owner was really friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend and look to return.
Thanks for a great stay. Great location and lovely property. Few bits to make you aware of: The front room had been cleaned but not under the table or sofa, which we did. The property has Netflix but you need an account. Might be worth referencing that in the detail. The person I spoke to when I booked was excellent. First class. I had a call when shopping with kids late Friday re the recycling. I appreciate the person I spoke to didn’t want to talk to me at 6pm before the weekend but getting hung up on was not ideal to finish our holiday experience… Wish you all the best...more
In spite of a mixed week of changeable Autumn weather, every day was a joy at Harbour Escape. With a mix of steam trains, tides, mountains and wildfowl to observe from the apartment window we found it difficult to find a reason to go out. The facilities were clean and comfortable and provided everything we needed - with one exception! After a week of struggling with the TV satellite system, we still only achieved a couple of channels which cut out every so often. We did however come away more rested having watched less TV!
The cottage was lovely and well equipped. A file containing details of the cottage and local amenities would have been useful. The location is fabulous!
Not the standard that we have had at other properties on this complex. Overall cleanliness could have been better. Kitchen area should have been checked better as crumbs on floor & soon pot's and pan's needed washing before using. This being said it was a comfortable week.
We stayed at Garth Cottage during Easter 2024. Communication from the owner was excellent prior to our arrival with an excellent welcome pack sent on email. Thanks to the detailed directions we found the property without any problems. The cottage is well appointed with good sized rooms which are comfortable. The property over looks the harbour, with views of the steam railway beyond, together with the mountains. There are many thoughtful touches such as good quality maps, well appointed drying room and barbeque on the terrace. Kitchen has all you could need (and more) for cooking on ...more
Just returned from another lovely week at this beautiful cottage in its amazing quiet location. Gorgeous walks straight from the front door - if you are after a peaceful break in nature we thoroughly recommend this special place. Becky & Rog
My husband and I wanted a property with waterfront views for one week to recharge our batteries. This duplex has superb views of Porthmadog harbour . Being an end property you get views from every window. The duplex had everything you need. It was warm and you could get extra boost from the fire in the living room . Cooker was easy to use . Hot water for showers just needed 10 minutes to heat upon. I wasn’t sure what I needed to take , and was very pleased with starter pack dishwasher tablets , washing up liquid and tea towels . (There was also full washing up liquid on the sink) UHT milk in t...more
Cottage was in a lovely position, on the side of a flowing river. Great views from the kitchen and terrace. It was comfortable and well equipped but could do with some candles and torches. The electricity went off twice in a storm but we couldn’t find anything to light up the house. Luckily it wasn’t for long. We found the stairs quite steep but manageable. Lovely chairs in the back room to sit and relax watching the river with a coffee or glass of wine. The village of Beddgelert is only a short stroll away. Lots of walks along the river on paths to enjoy.
You can't fault the view and location. If the owner was to update the furnishings and decor. Very musty old smell to the place. Crockery was dirty and had to wash everything before use. Chipped glasses and scratched pans. I wouldnt use them. In between the sofa was filthy, the sofa itself was also really dirty as and the cushions need to go. The bed and bedding was clean and bathroom acceptable. Hot water went 2 days before end of stay, This did not effect shower so did not bother to report until end of stay. It did us ok for the week but to bring me back things need to be prestine. You ha...more
Great little barn in very secluded location surrounded by nature. The barn is a great escape for a couple. It is in a Welsh rainforest nature reserve. Lots of birds on the doorstep and we saw a fox hunting in the meadow outside. And an osprey passed overhead too. The track to the barn was fine for a standard two wheel drive car/van if you take it slow. It's not that rough. Amazing place.
This is a really beautifully situated cottage which would benefit from the installation of a shower.
The location was spectacular. We enjoyed sitting on the picnic table with our coffee every morning. The fasicilites in the home were great to have. Good having the utility to dry off dogs and keep our wet sand clothes . Unfortunately the cleanliness of the house was a little below our other experiences when on vacation. Overall it was ok. Thank you
Heated blanket double bed very pleasant. Radiators appeared to be ‘locked’ seasonal? so, chilly. !!!
Nice cosy little apartment, had everything that you need. It was all about the view. Definitely will be booking again!
Lovely cosy property, great location with excellent views. We thought that the little added extras of tea, coffee and Welsh cakes was a very welcoming and thoughtful gesture.
Loved the property, had great character and plenty of room for 13 of us. I would recommend that the owners look at providing fans in the height of the season due to the rooms being very hot, and although a hoover is in the property to keep tidy a mop and bucket would be useful too. (Maybe there was one but we couldn't locate it) The pool was fantastic a good size that could accommodate a large family, much fun was had here. A wonderful holiday with lots of laughter. The property was just ideal and at a reasonable price. I would look at returning in the future with my family.
Great flat, close to amenities. As with all the flats on SSW they need regular maintenance and this one could do with some attention. Doesn’t deflect from the great views and it was super warm. A fab few days.
This is a gorgeous cottage that has been decorated to a high standard. It has everything you need for a few days away with a picturesque garden that has its very own stream. The games room was a hit for my teenagers with a pool table and dart board which entertained them for hours. The only negative is the parking, there is one very tiny space at the side of the house - which did not accommodate our large car. The cottage is on a very busy road so you can hear the traffic noise but this did not spoil our weekend stay. I would highly recommend a stay here.
This was the second time at this cottage. Today l booked again for next year. Such a lovely location. The cottage is cosy, and in a quiet location on the edge of the village. We had a wonderful sunny week. The staff at STS Holidays were very helpful too.
A quiet well appointed 2 bed apartment, amazing views, comfortable and warm, quiet location in central Porthmadog. Beds are comfy, kitchen well appointed. Bathroom could do with an update as well no internet as yet. EE mobile network seems the best overall signal getting 5g indoors and over 140MBps, so if you are coming with kids who need internet to keep them happy if it is raining all week then that is the best network to be on. I was told I would get a message with the key code for the key safe, but that never arrived, and the keys were just left in the unlocked key safe, so something to ...more
We had a lovely time at Green Cottage, despite it being a very blustery weekend in North Wales! The kids loved their bunk beds and the grown ups found their beds very comfy too. It was the perfect size for our family of 7 (4 adults, 2 children plus a baby) and well equipped. The best part was the location, which was fabulous! Just a stones throw to the beachfront, a gorgeous cafe, coastal walks and picture perfect 360 degree views.
When we arrived we were struck with how lovely it looked however on inspection there was obvious signs of poor cleanliness dust behind the table in the kitchen and behind the draws in the lounge area bathroom showed signs of neglect as did the garden area at the front Having said that kitchen lovely the site was beautiful the beds were very comfortable we just felt it had an air of neglect which is a shame as Glan Gwna is such a beautiful place
Would have been really great to be able use the fire place as we found the downstairs quite cold. The water was also turned off when we arrived and we couldn't find it in the instructions. We did look around and luckily found the outdoor tap to turn it on. If we could have used the fire place or the house would have been warmer our whole stay would have been much more cosier and nicer.
I stayed for a few days with my young son. He said it was the most comfortable bed he had ever slept in. Mine was comfortable too. The flat has everything you need and is in a great location - easy walk into town or the beach. It is very small so might not be great for 4 adults, but was just right for us. We were there for the steam trains, which are just round the corner and there are lots of things to do nearby. My only complaint was all the knives are blunt - so bring your own and the information folder in the flat could do with updating. It was a very restful stay and nice to be in the t...more
Nice property and location but really poor standard of furniture and fittings throughout, lots of maintenance issues not addressed (raised by others) and hard floors simply not properly cleaned. The property did not come close to justify the weekly rental charge.