Guests say
Tawelfan is a spacious holiday cottage in Llwyngwril, appreciated for its proximity to the beach and suitability for large family groups. Guests have praised the property's cleanliness, ample communal areas, and the convenience of having amenities and attractions nearby. While some guests noted a lack of 'niceties' and issues with maintenance, the overall experience has been positive, with special mentions of the property's potential and the hosts' responsiveness.
The property is generally well-kept and clean, as noted by several guests. However, one review mentioned a family of woodlice, which slightly impacts the score.
The location is highly praised for being close to the beach and local attractions, with stunning views and a peaceful environment suitable for families.
The property is considered comfortable with spacious rooms and a cozy living area. However, some guests found the kitchen cramped and the ground floor twin room a bit small.
Facilities are adequate with a well-equipped kitchen and children's toys. However, there were several maintenance issues reported, such as a broken washing machine and plumbing problems, which affect the score.
While guests appreciated the hosts' responsiveness and local recommendations, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would fall under this category, hence the score is set to null.
About this property
Tawelfan, is in the picturesque village of Llwyngwril in North Wales. This delightful semi-detached property offers stunning sea views and is just a stone's throw away from the beach. With a woodburning stove, this charming accommodation is perfect for family, friends, and big groups looking to relax and unwind in a tranquil coastal setting. Set across three floors, you will find seven beautifully presented bedrooms, offering a variety of sleeping arrangements to suit all guests. The ground floor has a super king size bedroom, with sea views, as well as a twin room; there is the option of a wet room with shower, with a separate cloakroom with toilet and basin making the facilities accessible for those who can’t always go upstairs. The first floor boasts a super king size room along with a king size bedroom also with sea views and a twin room. Finishing off the bedrooms on the second floor there are two additional twin rooms, providing ample space for a peaceful night's rest. Freshen up in the well-appointed bathroom with a luxurious bath and overhead shower or choose the convenience of the shower room with a walk-in shower. Additional cloakrooms can also be found on the first and second floors so making for 4 toilets in the home. The heart of the home lies in the kitchen, where you can whip up delicious meals to enjoy in the dining room or soak up the sea views from the conservatory, maybe partake of the games supplied including table football. Outside, the enclosed gardens front and rear along with a private 4 car driveway provide ample space for outdoor activities and secure parking.
Locally, Hendre Hall can be found just 0.4 miles away hosting a farm shop and a café/bar. In addition to Hendre Hall, there is a pub and a shop in the village half a mile away to stock up on the essentials and imbibe in a glass of something cold and refreshing.
Venture out to the charming market town of Dolgellau, just a scenic 11-mile drive away, where you can explore the bustling streets filled with local shops, pubs, and eateries. For a day at the beach, head to the seaside town of Tywyn, only 10 miles from Tawelfan, where you can enjoy a relaxing day by the sea or visit the historic Aberdovey just 12 miles away for beautiful views and waterfront dining options. Whether you choose to relax by the coast or explore the nearby towns, Tawelfan is the perfect base for a memorable stay in North Wales.
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The pretty village of Llwyngwril rests quietly at the edge of the River Gwril, nestling between the splendour of the Snowdonia Mountains and the stunning golden beaches of the Cardigan Bay coastline. With its 16th century church, pleasant pub and picturesque riverside setting, it offers excellent walks and boasts a variety of wild flowers and many species of birds that flock to the area’s sheltered beaches and rock pools. Take a trip on the narrow gauge railway from the nearby beautiful sandy beach at Fairbourne, to the sweeping sand dunes at Barmouth. Discover the renowned towns of Tywyn, Dolgellau and Aberdovey, and visit the magnificent sights of medieval Harlech Castle and the Snowdonia National Park, all within a short drive. With plenty to see and do, this is a fantastic holiday location for all the family.
Accommodation
Over three storeys.
Seven bedrooms: 1 x ground floor super king bedroom, 1 x ground floor twin bedroom, 1 x first floor super king, 1 x king size and 1 x twin bedroom.
2 x second floor twin bedrooms.
Bathroom with bath and shower over, basin and WC.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Wet room with walk-in shower.
Kitchen.
Dining room to seat all guests.
Conservatory/games room.
Cloakroom with WC and basin on all 3 floors.
Large sitting room with TV and woodburning stove
Electric central heating.
Range cooker with the oven and additional hob, microwave, kettle, coffee maker, toaster, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, fussball table, wood for log burner, clothes drying rack, first aid kit.
1 x TV.
Wood burning stove.
Wi-Fi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private driveway with parking for 4 cars.
Enclosed gardens.
Sorry, no smoking.
Two well behaved dogs welcome.
Shop and pub 0.5 miles.
There is a gardener maintaining the property.
Garden benches.
Nearby points of interest
- Centre for Alternative Technology
Reviews (6)
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Robert
We had an amazing stay at this holiday let with our family, spanning three generations! The house had space for everyone. The beds were comfortable and the downstairs bedrooms and shower made it great for our family members that could not go up stairs easily. The communal areas were perfect for spending quality time together, the large living room was perfect and cozy with the log burner. The kitchen was fully equipped, making it easy to prepare family meals, and the large dining table meant we could all sit together, which was a real highlight. Everything was very clean. The location was ideal. Being right opposite the beach, café/bar and childrenâs play ground was a big bonus. The views are stunning, such a beautiful area to explore. It is close to activities for the younger ones, but also peaceful enough for us to unwind. We visited Barmouth and walked along the pedestrian bridge and took a train ride to PorthMadog that was free for our Welsh relatives with their bus pass! We also visited Aberdovey and the Talyllyn Railway in Tywyn which were great trips. Communication with the hosts was excellent. They provided clear instructions for check-in, and were quick to respond to any questions we had. We really appreciated the local recommendations and thoughtful touches, like amenities in the kitchen and bathrooms, they went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. We canât wait to return for our next family holiday!
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Anna
The property is well-kept and clean, very spacious, has all the amenities we could think of. The facility is located very close to the beach, which is an additional advantage for families with children. Definitely worth recommending.
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Caroline
The location was great, lovely village - even though the pub has sadly closed down. Great to have a station which gives access up and down the coast. The house was clean, lovely dining room with a table to fit us all round comfortably and a really good big living room. Beds were comfortable and bedrooms generally good although the ground floor twin room was a bit cramped. Good selection of childrens toys and the table football was a big hit! However, there were some negatives. Firstly no instructions/arrival pack for how anything worked, no information about the village, buses, trains, amenities etc. This is REALLY important. We had no information about rubbish collection, recycling - no spare bin bags or recycling bags were provided - how the heating, wifi or TV etc. worked. An OS map of the area would be really useful. Secondly the washing machine was broken which was a BIG negative, especially as we had a baby and three young children with us and only two tea towels and one hand towel in each bathroom were provided for a whole week! This needs to be fixed urgently. Similarly there should have been soap/handwash in each bathroom. A catch/chain to hold the drive gate open is a must as it just swings shut meaning anyone on their own could not drive out. The hot water in the bedroom on the first floor didn't work. Hooks are needed in the downstairs toilet for those of us who were sleeping on the ground floor to hang up towels. Having to put them on the floor was not great! A mirror above the sink in there would be useful too. The hot water was ferociously hot which was dangerous with small children. Mixer taps would make it safer. The top bathroom needs a blind, and seems to have a family of woodlice living in it! The kitchen is cramped for a house sleeping up to 16 people. Plenty of crockery and cutlery but a better pan selection would have been useful. Maybe some better use could be made of the dead space between the kitchen and the living room? Some helpful suggestions - Kitchen: A larder freezer would be much better than the chest freezer. The fridge was inadequate for the number of people and seems very wet. Anything with a cardboard wrapper got sodden. No pans for the induction hob so it was not usable. The LED panel on the microwave doesn't work and no instructions so no idea how to make it do anything. No dishbrushes, cleaning cloths etc. Door handles on the doors would be useful! Finally, the fire alarm went off at about 7.40am on the last morning! Is this a scheduled weekly test or a wake up call to get us all out?? Or just a fault? Whichever, information about it is needed. Overall we enjoyed our stay and it has the potential to be a great house with a little more attention to detail.