Guests say
Horseshoe Cottage is highly praised for its beautiful location, cleanliness, and welcoming hosts. Guests enjoyed the well-equipped facilities, including a hot tub and large garden, and appreciated the property's proximity to beaches and towns. The cottage's comfort and thoughtful touches, such as a welcome bottle of Prosecco, contributed to memorable stays, although some guests noted the mattresses could be improved.
The cottage received consistent commendations for its cleanliness, with guests describing it as immaculate and well-maintained. The provision of fresh towels and the clean state of bathrooms and bedrooms contributed to the high score.
The location is celebrated for its scenic views and proximity to local attractions, including beaches and the town of Abersoch. The rural setting provided a peaceful atmosphere, although the walk to the beach and town was noted to be a bit lengthy for some.
Overall, guests found the cottage comfortable, with special mentions of the open-plan layout and enclosed garden. However, there were some remarks about the firmness of mattresses and creaking floorboards, which suggests room for improvement in this area.
The facilities, especially the hot tub, were a highlight for many guests. The well-stocked kitchen and outdoor amenities were appreciated. However, there were minor issues with maintenance, such as an unclean BBQ and suggestions for additional equipment like fans.
While guests mentioned thoughtful gestures like a welcome bottle of Prosecco and the opportunity to feed animals, there is not enough consistent information across reviews to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such gestures are appreciated but not guaranteed.
About this property
This beautifully appointed detached barn conversion is located in the grounds of the owner's own 16th century home, complete with their herd of alpacas and surrounded by lovely countryside. It rests on the outskirts of the picturesque hamlet of Llangian, less than two miles from the seaside village of Abersoch with its wonderful sandy beaches. This stunning property is perfect for friends and family holidays and is the ideal base for exploring the area. Horseshoe Cottage is finished to a high standard throughout with many fine quality features including light oak woodwork, ledge and brace doors and engineered oak flooring. The sense of space is immediately apparent when you enter the beautiful open-plan living accommodation with double height ceiling and stylish lighting. Sit and relax and watch your favourite family movie and on those chillier evenings the warming woodburner is a great addition. The kitchen area is well-equipped and has granite worktops and an island unit, the chef in the family will just love it! And the dining area provides a comfortable and relaxed informal setting to enjoy a family meal. The cottage has five bedrooms, two benefit from en-suite facilities, whilst the remaining three are serviced by a master bathroom and a shower room. If that’s not enough, outside is a lovely lawned garden area with lovely countryside scenery and a large decked area provides seating where you can sit and enjoy a drink and dine alfresco, and for the ultimate indulgence the hot tub is the perfect place to relax and unwind, or perhaps stargaze into the unspoilt night sky, reminisce and re-live memories of the day's events. And for something completely different the owners have a small herd of alpacas and will be happy to arrange some alpaca trekking for a separate charge during your stay, the children will love it! The hamlet of Llangian is nestled at the foot of a steep hill below Mynytho, about a mile from the beach at Porth Neigwl (Hell's Mouth). The popular tourist resort of Abersoch is less than two miles away, yet Llangian retains it's peaceful atmosphere. With Abersoch being so close, you are ideally situated to enjoy the Llyn Peninsula's miles of scenic coastline, excellent cycling and walks from the door. There is sea and coarse fishing with boat trips to Bardsey Island and day trips into Snowdonia National Park. Just six miles away is the market town of Pwllheli, which offers more shops, pubs, restaurants, a marina and two beaches. Also within easy reach is the town of Criccieth with its castle and beach, and beyond that the famous Portmeirion village and gardens which are well worth a visit, along with the numerous delights of the Snowdonia National Park which can all be easily reached. Horseshoe Cottage provides the perfect base for a family holiday or short break all-year-round.
The harbour village of Abersoch is situated on the Llyn Peninsula. The village, a popular sailing venue, offers three beaches, as well as shops, pubs, restaurants and cafes. Most of the coastline is owned by the National Trust and there are remote bays, sandy beaches and cliffs to explore, plus the towns of Pwllheli and Criccieth are nearby, and within driving distance are the Snowdonia National Park and Anglesey.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x family room with a double and single bed and en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC.
2 x ground floor doubles, 1 x ground floor twin with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC.
1 x ground floor bunk room.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area (seats 8 plus 2 on beanbags) with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating and woodburning stove.
Electric double oven/grill and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer.
6 x Smart TV's with Freeview, DVD player, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVD's.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent, please bring own beach and hot tub towels.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Parking for 4 cars.
Private and enclosed garden with lawn area, decking with furniture and hot tub.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, not in bedrooms (please bring own dog beds, blankets and towels).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops, restaurants and beach 2 miles, pub 20 mins walk.
Note: First floor family bedroom is open to staircase.
Note: Children must be supervised at all times when using the hot tub.
Note: No hen/stag parties, or similar.
Note: Dogs must be kept on leads at all times when outside the garden area, which is enclosed.
Please note: Property accommodates Friday and Monday arrival days only
Reviews (50)
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Amy
Owners were lovely- gave us some animal food to feed the animals on the farm, and we requested to bring 3 dogs which they were fine with. lovely walk into Abersoch takes around half an hour. Hot tub was clean and always hot, will definitely be visiting again.
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Gillian
The beds were super comfy and everyone enjoyed the hot tub. The kids loved feeding the animals and stroking the horses. We made a lot of beautiful family memories.
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Evelyn
We had a fantastic time, the house was clean and plenty of room to facilitate 11 people. We would definitely book there again in the near future. Also it was great having the availability of the hot tub, especially with the surrounding country side and in a relaxing atmosphere.