Guests say
Bwthyn Bach Gwyn is a well-equipped cottage praised for its excellent location, offering easy access to local attractions and amenities. Guests have enjoyed the hot tub, trampoline, and the property's suitability for families. The cottage's decor and the thoughtfulness of the owners in providing a well-stocked kitchen and entertainment options are also commended.
Cleanliness has been a recurring concern among guests, with several mentioning the need for a more thorough cleaning, particularly under furniture and in the bathrooms. However, some guests found the property to be clean upon arrival.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its proximity to beaches, castles, and other attractions, making it an excellent base for exploring North Wales & Snowdonia.
The comfort of the cottage receives mixed reviews. While many find the property cosy and the beds comfortable, some guests mention issues with mattresses and suggest the addition of wardrobes in bedrooms.
Facilities like the hot tub and trampoline are highlights, but maintenance issues such as heating problems, shower leaks, and lighting concerns have been noted. The well-equipped kitchen is a positive aspect.
While guests appreciate the well-stocked kitchen and entertainment options, there is insufficient information regarding gifts to provide a score. It should be noted that while some guests mention a lack of a welcome pack, such amenities are subject to change and not guaranteed.
About this property
Nestled in the perfect position for exploring the very best of both the coast and countryside of Wales, Bwthyn Bach Gwyn can be found sitting in the charming village of Penrhyndeudraeth, on the fringes of the wondrous Eryri National Park (Snowdonia). Boasting easy access to the coast too, this contemporary cottage is a fantastic base for a fun-filled family escape all-year-round. Be welcomed in to a large hallway housing dining seating, where you can settle down for the evening with a refreshing beverage in hand relishing the company of your loved ones, before unwinding for the evening in the adjoining sitting room, a bioethanol fireplace taking centre stage creating a homely aura as you catch up with your favourite shows on the Smart TV. Find the kitchen a step up from the dining area, its beautiful grey units and wooden work surfaces housing an array of handy appliances to assist in your self-catered mealtimes, while a wide range of tempting eateries can be found in easy reach of the cottage too. Also on the ground floor you can find both a convenient utility room and a shower room too, with a spacious and stylish walk-in shower making a lovely space to refresh for the day, as well as the property offering the option of a double bed being placed on the ground floor too, perfect for those less able. Move up to the first floor to find three more sleeping spots made up of a king-size room with its very own TV, a double with a truckle bed beneath making a great choice for those with a little one, a a final double, each room flaunting elegance and contemporary charm, as well as ample storage space for your personal belongings. The family bedroom also benefits from direct access to the multi-level garden, where a hot tub awaits you to unwind in the warm waters after a day of adventure, while stairs lead you down to a lawn hosting a trampoline, sure to be a delight with the little ones of the group. Set out to explore the local area by foot, with the village of Penrhyndeudraeth offering a range of wonderful amenities including a variety of restaurants where you can celebrate in style over a delicious dining experience, as well as a scatter of shops so you can pick up fresh ingredients for your homemade family favourite meals, not forgetting there being a Post Office too so you can send a postcard to those loved ones back home. Explore the area from a different view via the e Ffestiniog Railway, taking you across 40 miles of the luscious landscapes of the Eryri National Park (Snowdonia), it makes a great choice for those seeking a more leisurely way to see the wonders of the area, while those seeking outdoor adventure will delight at the ample walking and cycling routes within the National Park, with many mountain peaks to tackle too offering rewarding views well-worth the ramble. Spend a day within the nearby Italianate village of Portmeirion, home to four quaint shops where you can pick up the perfect souvenir including No. 6 Shop selling Portmeirion Pottery and confectioneries and The Prisoner Shop selling keepsakes from the famed series filmed here, an Italian style gelateria, award-winning restaurants, awe-inspiring architecture and a sandy beach, it makes a fantastic day out for all ages. The harbour town of Porthmadog also lies close by, an extremely scenic spot for a day trip where you can learn more about the rich history of the area in its Maritime Museum, as well as embark on another journey along the Ffestiniog Railway to the slate town of Blaenau Ffestiniog, "the town that roofed the world". With so much adventure on its doorstep, choose Bwthyn Bach Gwyn for an action-packed escape to Wales.
Note: There is an additional charge of £200 to use the hot tub. Please contact our office on +441244345700 if you would like to book the hot tub.
Penrhyndeudraeth is a bustling village resting within the countryside of Wales, hosting a good range of shops and restaurants, as well as a Post Office and railway station taking you along the Ffestiniog Railway, boasting all you could want and more on a self-catered trip. The Italianate village of Portmeirion also lies within close reach, home to unique architecture and award-winning restaurants, while Porthmadog and Blaenau Ffestiniog as well-worth exploring too.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV and trundle bed, 1 x king-size with trundle beneath (zip/link, can be a twin on request) 1 x double.
Please note one of the trundle beds is only suitable for a child, but the property does also have a double sofa bed.
Please note this property can accept a maximum of 6 adults and 2 children or teenagers.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room with bioethanol fire and double sofa bed.
Modern electric underfloor heating downstairs and radiators upstairs and bioethanol fire.
Electric range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
2 X TV with freesat, Smart TV, and 4G WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Multi-level garden with enclosed lawn and patio with furniture, hot tub and trampoline.
Please note the hot tub may not be ready on arrival day due to the hot tub being cleaned and re-filled for each new booking (charge applies).
Two well-behaved pets welcome, if more please cont act customer support.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.5 miles.
Note: There is a step up into the kitchen, please take care.
Please note this property can accept a maximum of 6 adults and 2 children or teenagers.
Please be advised: If you would like the use of the hot tub during your stay, there will be a charge of £200, please tick the box to include this during your booking or contact our office.
Please note:guests are required to take their own towels for use in the hot tub.
Please note: this property as of September 2024 is under new management.
Reviews (40)
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Sylvia
Luckily we decided not to let our dogs out into the garden without their leads on as twice we had people come into the garden gate and leave it open without any prior warning. The first was someone mowing the lawn and the second was someone doing hot tub maintenance. Considering we didn't pay to use the hot tub, we felt this should have been done another time. As other reviewers have mentioned the property was not particularly clean. There was dust and cobwebs everywhere and we found tissues and crumbs underneath the furniture when we did a quick 'dog check' upon arrival. There was also a lot of maintenance that is needed, for example, there appeared to be two holes in the wall behind the dining table. Rather than fixing it, multiple plasters (the medical kind) had been stuck over the holes instead which looked bizarre. On a positive note, the location was beautiful, and the local area had lots of things for us to do during our stay.
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Julie
It was well equipped with plenty of crockery, cutlery, pots, pans and utensils. The bed I slept in wasn't the most comfortable, but I'm not a great sleeper, so didn't expect to enjoy a week of full night's sleep. The hot tub was a lovely addition and was enjoyed every evening. The downside was the property wasn't very clean. The two little ones were very excited and spent the first hours running up and down the space downstairs and when we came to bath them their feet were very dirty, so we ensured they kept their crocs on.
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John
All of the above have frequently been complained about in other guests' reviews. The roof terrace is not as advertised pictorially, on Sykes website; no cushions for seats; owner did say previous guests had left cushions in the open air, and not put them back, so the owner had removed them, a number of years ago. So, unable to sit on wet seats on roof terrace. Decking on roof terrace when wet is slippy, so signs may need to be posted on the terrace. We have a bioethanol fire, and were surprised to find water had been put in channel for fuel, and a large bell jar with water was next to fire . Perplexed about that