Guests say
Minffordd is a well-located cottage in Bala, appreciated for its proximity to shops, restaurants, and the lake. Guests have enjoyed the property's layout and amenities, finding it suitable for their needs. However, some have noted areas for improvement, particularly in maintenance and cleanliness.
Reviews indicate that while the property is not dirty, it has been described as neglected in certain areas, with specific mentions of filthy windows and a dirty yard. Some guests found the property clean and tidy, but the negative comments suggest room for improvement.
The property's location is highly praised for its convenience to Bala's high street, shops, and the lake. However, some guests have noted issues with parking and noise from nearby establishments, which slightly detracts from the overall positive feedback on location.
Guests have found the property comfortable and cosy, with adequate seating and bedding. However, some reviews mention worn-out sofas and uncomfortable beds in some rooms, indicating a mixed experience regarding comfort.
The cottage offers a range of amenities, but guests have reported issues with maintenance, such as blocked sinks and a lack of hot water. The kitchen equipment has been criticised for being inadequate or dirty, and some outdoor facilities were not usable.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owner towards the guests. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
A magnificent, stone-built end-terrace cottage in the heart of Bala in North Wales. With open plan living and set in such a bustling, exciting location, this cottage is perfect for small families or groups. A walk in through the big oak front door welcomes you straight into the contemporary living diner, the perfect family room complete with a TV, comfortable seating and a woodburning stove under a magnificent stone lintel. The well-equipped kitchen completes the downstairs, it has everything you need along with granite worktops and stylish tiled walls. The first floor reveals two modern, up-to-date bedrooms decorated with cool greys and whites and plenty of storage in large wooden furnishings. The family bathroom finishes off the first floor, decorated majestically with an impressive double shower. Up one more set of stairs greets you with the perfect kids bedroom. A twin room with rustic exposed beams, a low vaulted roof and a velux window showing you the beautiful Bala. Number 24 on Arenig Street has a rear garden, a courtyard with modern furniture, a barbecue and a fully functioning outdoor toilet. Bala itself is a fascinating town, and this cottage right in the heart of it. It is a real outdoors town, well-known for its watersports on Bala Lake, mountain biking and walking. Bala is within the Snowdonia National Park, home to the glorious mountain range visible for miles. Popular places such as Dolegllau, Llangollen and Betws-y-Coed sit just short drives away. An impressive cottage in a bustling town in North Wales.
The town of Bala lies within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park and is located at the head of Llyn Tegid, Balas famous lake, which is the largest natural lake in Wales and home to a unique fish called the Gwyniad, a relic of the Ice Age. Renowned for great watersports including fishing, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and whitewater rafting, Bala is also the headquarters of the narrow gauge Bala Lake Railway. The town itself is steeped in history and has a range of interesting shops, inns and restaurants, and an historical Town Walk. Surrounded by the wonderful Berwyn Mountains on one side and the beautiful Snowdonia Mountain Range on the other, this is a mecca for climbing, walking, mountain biking and many other outdoor activities.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x second floor twin, 1 x twin.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Outdoor WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Free parking available in public car park up road.
Courtyard to rear with furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub and shop 2 mins walk.
Reviews (28)
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Leone
There pubs, shops, cafes, lovely walking trails. People are very friendly. Property is nicely positioned and compact. We chose it because we needed three bedrooms. Property maintenance team was very responsive and attended to everything very promptly. It is obvious that the house is being used often as it does look a little tired, wood burner didnât seem to work but it was not a problem. We wanted it for drying up as it was quite damp outside. All in all we had a lovely stay and did a lot of activities.
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Mark
The shower drain was clogged and walls very dirty. The owner was quick to fix the drain, so happy about that. The toilet cisten button popped out every use. On cleaning the floor on leaving I found that under the couch someone had spilt liquid which had been there awhile and quite dirty behind couches, not attended too in awhile. The main bed was ok but the others had springs that pushed into your back, very uncomfortable. Outside could be made to look so nice but a messy area.
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Mark
Homely and well-equipped to be able to cater your stay. The property was clean, tidy and has an abundance of movies to choose from (which is great for rainy days). It is in a brilliant location for evening drinks, restaurants and local amenities, as well as a great situation for those who are visiting places in wider Wales. We would definitely stay again :) Our only issue was parking as the listing states parking in the pub carpark next door which they refuted, but we did manage to find spaces in residential areas (where we could be considerate) no more than 5-10 mins walk.