Guests say
Cwm Pennant is a property that offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, with a convenient location close to the beach and local amenities. Guests have enjoyed the garden, the hot tub, and the property's suitability as a base to explore Wales. While some guests found the property clean and tidy, others noted maintenance and cleanliness issues that impacted their stay.
Reviews on cleanliness are mixed, with some guests satisfied and others reporting unclean conditions upon arrival, including rubbish issues and a dirty hot tub. The inconsistency in cleanliness experiences has led to a below-average score.
The property's location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, local shops, and as a base for exploring Wales. The convenience and scenic setting contribute to a high score in this category.
Guests have found the beds comfortable and the property welcoming. However, some reviews mention issues with facilities that could affect comfort, such as a cold property upon arrival and a lack of certain amenities.
Facilities and maintenance issues are a common theme, with reports of hazardous kitchen flooring, plumbing problems, and hot tub maintenance concerns. These recurring issues have resulted in a low score for this category.
There is insufficient information regarding the presence of thoughtful gestures or gifts from the host, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Boasting a fabulous location on the glorious coast of North Wales in Gronant, Flintshire is Cwm Pennant. This fabulous, detached bungalow is the perfect choice for families or friends looking to explore all North Wales has to offer, it benefits from a spacious and contemporary, open-plan living space completed by three sumptuous bedrooms, off-road parking and an enclosed garden as well as an unbeatable location paces away from the beach. After a day full of exploration, make your way inside and locate the open-plan living space home to a plush corner sofa which you can unwind on in front of the Smart TV. Later, head into the fully-equipped kitchen where you can whip you delicious meals that the whole family can enjoy around the dining table; after dinner, step outside to indulge in a soothing soak in the bubbling hot, an idyllic place to watch as the sun sets over Gronant. When stars appear overhead, travel back inside to wash off the day’s adventures in the bathroom before sloping off to sleep in one of three bedrooms; there is a king-size with handy en-suite, a twin and a triple bunk room. Local amenities including a convenience store lie paces away from the property, ideal for stocking up on essentials. Guests can also enjoy a well-earned break from the kitchen with delicious meals at pubs like The Bells of St Marys or The Point Bar and Restaurant in Talacre. Take advantage of Cwm Pennant’s location on the coast; take a short walk down to the shores of the dog-friendly Gronant Dunes or the breath-taking shores of Talacre Beach which houses the iconic Point of Ayr Lighthouse; both perfect places to watch the sun set. If you'd rather venture inland, explore a myriad of winding walking and hiking routes through the Welsh countryside, hike to the tranquil Rhaeadr Dyserth or tackle Moel Famau or Moel Hiraddug for picturesque panoramas over the Welsh Countryside. Make unforgettable memories at Cwn Pennant.
Gronant, a quaint village on Flintshire's coast not far from Prestatyn, is a picture-perfect seaside retreat. Three miles of dog-friendly sandy beaches, a nature reserve, and a golf course sit alongside the rare Gronant Dunes, a declared Local Natural Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest. The village also features a general store, a charming café, and a few takeaways. Nearby popular coastal destinations like Prestatyn, Rhyl, and Towyn provide typical seaside amusements, water sports, and attractive walking and cycling trails along the coast for the whole family. Historic sites, like as the 8th-century Offa's Dyke Walk, a Roman bath house, and the Clwydian Hill Range are all easily accessible from Gronant, making it a fantastic home base for exploring the rest of Wales.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin, 1 x double bunk.
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave 60/40 fridge/freezer and washing machine.
Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars with further, free roadside parking.
Enclosed rear garden with patio, furniture and hot tub.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles and beach 0.4 miles.
Note: There is a step up into the property, please take care.
Note: There are two steps down into the en-suite shower room, please take care
Reviews (18)
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Sharron
Only disappointment is the Sykes customer service. Our hot tub had dirty water and temperature remained at 22c and would not increase to 40c which is too cold, especially in October. I did contact the owner a few times (as advertised for any problems), but they never responded to my calls or messages. I also contacted Sykes a few times who promised they would return my call but never did. Sykes falsely advertised their customer service is 24 hour, 7 days a week available as this is not so. Nobody answered phones over weekend (we arrived on Saturday) neither did anyone reply to my phone calls, which they promised. I feel very disappointed as we were looking forward to using the hot tub
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Jamie
For the price we got exactly what was described, great location nice and spacious and generally clean, a little disappointing that the light on the hot tub still did not work after all the comments about this but that was not the end of the world, location is fantastic with everything you need within proximity, we will go back again
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Michelle
Good location, comfy bed and mostly clean throughout but a few things need attention in the cottage. In the on-suit bathroom the rainfall shower needs secured to the wall, the showerhead won't fit in the bracket properly so you have to hold it throughout your shower. After turning off the shower water constantly leaked with a loud dribbling sound. The toilet seat was loose and within a day of arrival there was a smell of damp which got stronger through the duration of our two week stay. Theres nowhere to do hair and makeup with a plug and mirror. The bins and refuge instructions are not clear or up to date. Even though theres a washer & hot tub there is nowhere to dry anything a rotary dryer in the garden or even a clothes horse would be helpful. There is no iron or ironing board in the cottage, we had to buy these to use. There was no hoover, there was a brush and a dustpan & brush which was great for the hard floor but there was a shaggy rug in the sitting room that we couldn't vacuum for two whole weeks which made us wonder if it ever got vacuumed. The back door out to the garden opens outward onto a small step which is not much bigger than the swing of the door but is over a foot high from the patio, the steps down are behind the open door so you have to close it before you can move. There is no handrail round this high step making it hazardous for the elderly, children or anyone with mobility issues. The hot tub has no lights and could also do with a good deep clean. While we were there two men turned up looking for the owner as they had noticed the car there, my husband had to show his driving licence to prove who he was and we were asked to show our booking confirmation, they then left us a sealed letter for the attention of the owner which obviously we left there. Overall we enjoyed our holiday as we made the best of it but this cottage could be absolutely perfect with just a bit of care.