Guests say
The Old Cornhill in Porthmadog is praised for its superb location with stunning harbour views and easy access to local amenities. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness, comfortable living spaces, and well-equipped kitchen. While some guests mention issues with low beds and worn furniture, the quick response to problems and the property's charm contribute to a positive experience overall.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Most guests found the apartment to be very clean and well-maintained, with only a few isolated incidents of cleanliness issues upon arrival which were promptly addressed. The overall high standard of cleanliness contributes positively to guest experiences.
The property's location is highly praised for its stunning views of the harbour and proximity to shops, restaurants, and attractions. It serves as an excellent base for exploring Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula, adding to the appeal for guests.
Guests generally find the apartment comfortable, with a well-equipped kitchen and a good shower. However, some guests report the beds being too low and the sofas uncomfortable, which affects the overall comfort level.
The apartment is appreciated for its well-appointed facilities, including a modern bathroom and secure parking. Some guests suggest improvements in furniture and mention minor maintenance issues, such as a problematic fridge door and a lack of cutlery, which slightly detract from the overall experience.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the host in the reviews, therefore it is not possible to assess this category. As such, the score is set to null.
About this property
The Old Cornhill is romantic retreat offering stunning views across the harbour of Porthmadog. Boasting a combination of quirky and retro inside, this holiday apartment is in a wonderful location to retreat to after a day of exploring this bustling coastal town. An open-plan living area can be found at the heart of the dwelling; spacious and bright with its white walls, it’s a lovely spot to spend your evenings with your loved one. Also within the living area you can find plush sofas accompanied by a TV with a bluetooth speaker, there’s no better way to prepare your favourite meals in the kitchen than with all your classic songs playing in the background. Prepare a romantic real to be enjoyed at the breakfast bar before retreating to the bedroom for some rest. The low-level double bed can be found along the hallway, home to fitted wardrobes with ample storage space, you won’t have to worry about packing too much. A short stroll takes you to shops, galleries, restaurants, bars, making the local area perfect for those wanting to be at the centre of the action. If you’re feeling active, take a longer walk along the Cob, with its glorious wildlife and flora and fauna which leads down to the sea, making an ideal spot for a day of sun-soaking at the beach. Jump on a steam train to discover more of the hidden gems of Wales, or take a trip to the picturesque tourist village of Portmeirion to experience true wonder. In reach of Snowdonia, the Llyn Peninsula and Anglesey, the property is positioned perfectly for walks, attractions, cycle routes, and activities galore. The Old Cornhill can be booked together with Refs. 1020437, together sleeping four people.
Porthmadog is a lively harbour town lying on the Glaslyn Estuary. Home to individual shops and eateries, and the Ffestiniog Railway, it provides plenty to explore for all ages and tastes. Known as the gateway to Snowdonia National Park you'll be sure to be surrounded by ample outdoor activities. In reach of Portmerion, Black Rock Sands, and The Lleyn Peninsula, Porthmadog makes the perfect base for exploring the wonders of North Wales and beyond.
Accommodation
All one floor.
One bedroom: 1 x double size.
Shower room with shower, basin, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, iron & ironing board, hairdryer, TV, Bluetooth speaker and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.09 miles
Reviews (28)
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Ruth
Whilst on holiday you do not like to have to wash the dishes by hand and having to put the dishwasher on after every meal must be expensive. The flat is noisy, from neighbours below above and to the side. Some of the speech and barking of the dog could be heard very clearly from below (as if in the same room at times in some locations).
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Richard
Couple of minor things prevented 5 stars - mainly the bed was a bit low down for our old bodies and not that comfy but I guess you cant please everyone with choice of mattress. The only other thing was the lock on the gates - it was a bike lock which was a bit of a pain having to remember the combination and fiddle about with when wanting to get in. Other than that would recommend as a great place to stay.
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Trevor
The address given for The Old Cornhill is No 6 (which is actually the number for the whole building. However, the Old Cornhill door has a Number 2 on it. But there are also two doors with Number 2 on them - OC and Cornhill Courtyard, which are sometimes let together as a single unit. You need to use the door at the back of the building, along the dank, rubbish strewn short alley way. There is however. a much easier way of locating the correct door. You are told to enter the courtyard and the OC entrance is round the back. Once in the courtyard, there are very clear nameplates next to each door, that identify The Old Cornhill and Cornhill Courtyard - that's what the location instructions should say. There are two key boxes â use the one on the left of the front door. And the 5 digit code you are given is incorrect as the key box has only 4 digits. You need to omit the 0 at the end of the number you are given. It seems to us that the apartment was renovated for holiday lets about 15 years ago and has been left to fall into decline ever since. The two sofas are saggy, shabby and uncomfortable and the cushion covers are stained. The mattress falls away at its edges as the edge springs have failed. There is a lot of black mould on the grout in the shower. The bathroom sink plug hole does not fit and your bowl of water will seep away whilst you are using it. The kitchen sink tap drips when on full cold. The front door is not very secure and better locks would be advisable. The windows are draughty and the wind whistles through them. The electrical items display stickers that state the last electrical test was in November 2022. There is an iron with a âfailed â do not useâ sticker on it. There is an airer that has a broken catch so you have to lean it up against something otherwise it falls over. The oven door doesnât close properly. The detergent drawer of the washing machine was full of black mould. The freezer is heavily frosted up and, as a result, we could only open one of the three drawers. The cooker hood filters smell strongly of grease. The kitchen is fairly well equipped but there are only 2 teaspoons and 2 mugs and a pair of tongs would be useful. One of the wine glasses was cracked. Many of the glasses have dishwasher burn. We could hear every footstep made by the users of the apartment above us and, from our bathroom, we could hear nearly every word said by the users of the apartment alongside. The listing says there is a patio or outdoor seating area. This takes the form of a few pieces of broken and dirty garden furniture against the wall in the courtyard where residents park and the bins are stored. The bins were overflowing and there was rubbish on the ground in the courtyard. One bin, in particular, was overflowing when we arrived and was only emptied a fortnight later just as we were leaving. The gateway to the courtyard is very narrow and the courtyard has room for 2 cars if they are parked well. The spaces outside the building, on the road, were always taken and so we parked in one of the 20 or so free-to-park spaces outside the Tafarn Pencei pub 50 yards along the road. We managed to get a space there every time we needed one. The listing states the apartment has a TV. Being 15 years old, it is not a smart TV and only offers the freeview channels, rather than what current day expectations of a TV would be. The remote control for the TV does not work (we changed the batteries and it still did not work) so you have to use the channel and sound buttons on the back of the TV to turn on, change channel and sound. The USB port on the side of the TV does not work. There is a blu-ray player but it and the TV do not âtalk to one anotherâ and so the blu-ray player is useless. We reported this to Sykes Cottages AKA Menai Holidays by phone on our second day (when they called us to reset the router as the lady downstairs had a problem with wi-fi) and did not receive a response for 5 days. They sent round a âtechnicianâ in our absence to fix another problem with downstairs' access, as well as ours, but our problems were not even looked at, let alone fixed. The downstairs issue was "fixed" by the expedient of taping a card to one of the plug switches saying "do not turn off" - which card could only be read if it was lifted up - it was not placed so you could easily read the instruction. We reported this to Sykes/Menai via the portal as it was a weekend and the phone lines were closed, but never heard from them again. It seems they were only interested in appeasing the complaints from the tenant in Cornhill Courtyard, rather than the problems we were experiencing. They even closed our call before we got back from our day out and could receive my feedback as to whether the issue had been resolved or not. As it was a Saturday, phoning hte office resulted in a "we are closed" message, hence notifying them via the official channel of the Portal.