Guests say
Clifftop Carriage in ABERPORTH offers a tranquil and picturesque retreat with stunning sea views, often accompanied by dolphin sightings. Guests appreciate the cosy, well-equipped accommodation and its proximity to the beach and coastal paths. The property's privacy and tasteful decor are frequently praised, alongside the comfortable bedding and thoughtful touches like welcome gifts.
Most guests found the Clifftop Carriage to be clean and well-maintained, with several positive comments on its tidiness. However, a few mentioned areas that could benefit from deeper cleaning or attention, slightly affecting the overall impression.
The location is consistently lauded for its breathtaking sea views and proximity to local attractions. Guests enjoyed watching wildlife from the property and the easy access to coastal paths, contributing to a high rating.
The majority of guests found the Clifftop Carriage to be very comfortable, particularly highlighting the quality of the bed and the cosiness of the space. Some feedback suggested the sofa could be improved, but overall comfort levels were rated highly.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the property being described as well-equipped. However, some guests noted that certain aspects, such as the sofa and decor, are showing signs of wear and could be updated. Maintenance issues like underfloor heating were also mentioned.
Guests frequently mentioned and appreciated the thoughtful touches, such as welcome gifts of Welsh cakes, milk, and flowers. While these gestures are warmly received, it is noted that such offerings are subject to the owners' discretion and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This Edwardian railway carriage, on its clifftop site in Aberporth, really has the wow factor! It has been converted into stunning accommodation full of original charm, while hitting all the right notes on style and comfort. The main rooms all have wonderful views over the sea. On a clear day you can see as far away as North Wales.
There are regular sightings of resident bottlenose dolphins and seals from the carriage. It is also a great bird watching site, with oyster catchers, gannets, cormorants and kittiwakes, as well as kestrels and red kites, to be seen, so you may not want to venture out at all during your stay.
If you do go out, the carriage is just a short distance from the two sandy beaches of Aberporth, as well as the Ceredigion coast path, local pubs, village shops and eateries. New Quay, Tresaith, Llangrannog, Cwmtydu, Cardigan and Aberaeron are all nearby, as are the two beautiful National Trust beaches of Mwnt and Penbryn.
You will enjoy the comfort and style of this snug carriage, and take away with you the memories of the spectacular location.
Aberporth is a small town that sits on the southern edge of Cardigan Bay in Ceredigion, renowned for it's fabulous beaches that attract visitors, all year round. There are two beaches that sit between the rocky headlands of Trecregyn and Fathgarreg, separated by a smaller rocky outcrop. Uniquely, at low tide they interlink, but at high tide, they create individual beaches and create great rock pools for the children to play in and explore. Small boats, canoes, and kayaks can easily be launched from the north beach, while the south beach lends itself beautifully for a spot of sunbathing. Close to the beaches, there is a small seaside café, fish and chip shop, and a friendly pub serving good food and drinks. In the village itself, there is a range of shops and takeaway stores. Nestled directly on the famous Wales Coast Path, between the towns of Cardigan in the south, and Llangrannog and New Quay to the north, it is a great base for exploring this glorious stretch of coastline. Venture to Cardigan and discover the town’s many shops, tea rooms, restaurants, pubs, and bustling markets. Visit the nearby themed farm park, spot dolphins from the coastal path, or take a boat trip for the chance to see them up close! Aberporth is a great base for exploring this wonderful part of West Wales, with something to do for all the family.
Accommodation
One bedroom.
1 x King size double with freestanding bath.
Shower room with separate shower, basin & WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with wood burning stove (one basket of logs is supplied and more are available to buy locally).
Lobby/Utility room
Electric underfloor heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Sky TV including Sky Cinema, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Electric Vehicles: This property does not have a charge point for electric vehicles and charging from within the property is prohibited.
Bed linen included in rent, but please bring your own towels and tea towels.
Private sundeck with table and seating.
Secure, off road parking for one car and a boat.
Due to its cliff top location, this property it is unsuitable for children or infants - no exceptions.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop, pub and coast 5 mins walk
Reviews (42)
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Lisa
Spectacular view across bay from all rooms. All facilities provided. My only nag is the building work next door (which is not listed on the advert), which I know are outside of the owners control. Building work started quite early at 8:30 and lots of drilling and sawing. Also, work van parking restricted the room to move the car through the gate.
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Angela
Views were outstanding. The coast path is close by and although we didnât see any seals or dolphins from the carriage we did see seals from the path. The balcony area is private and we enjoyed sitting outside even in October. One thing to note is the driveway was very tight and we just about got our Kuga through the gate to the parking space for our car. There is also a new house being built right next door. Whilst we were there there was no noise from the site. The carriage is tastefully furnished and had everything you needed to prepare a meal. The bed and furnishings were comfortable and internet was good. It was clean but some utensils needed re washing and the bins had bin juice at the bottom. The shower was warm and had a good output. Itâs certainly one of the more private carriages in the area. Aberporth is a lovely place to stay and everyone we encountered was so helpful and friendly.
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Julie
Wonderful quirky accomm with everything you could want. Satellite TV went off each evening due to signal issues but Iâm not much of a TV watcher anyway! Views from the carriage were beautiful. Sitting on the sundeck watching sunsets and stargazing, and seeing the sunrise without having to get out of bed were amazing!