Guests say
Bwthyn Bach Gwyn is a beautifully decorated cottage in North Wales, appreciated for its great location and amenities like a hot tub and trampoline. While some guests have raised concerns about cleanliness and maintenance, others have praised the property's well-equipped kitchen and comfortable setting. The property's location is ideal for exploring local attractions and enjoying outdoor activities.
Guests have reported issues with cleanliness, including dust, cobwebs, and a general lack of thorough cleaning. Some have mentioned the property was spotless upon arrival, indicating inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The cottage is highly praised for its location, offering easy access to local amenities, beaches, and attractions, making it a great base for exploring the area.
The property is generally considered comfortable, though some guests have noted issues with mattresses and sleeping arrangements, particularly for larger groups.
Facilities like the hot tub are well-received, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as leaks and heating problems. The lack of consistent Wi-Fi and outdoor lighting has also been noted.
While some guests have mentioned a lack of welcome packs and other expected amenities, there is not enough consistent information about thoughtful touches or gifts to provide a score.
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.hot
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, Trampoline.
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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, Hot tub is not available between November and April, 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 (41)
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Clare
The property met all our needs so we booked it. As our stay was approaching, we read the reviews and became quite concerned at the reported lack of cleanliness. We messaged the owners before we came to see if we should bring our own cleaning products to tackle this issue, but we were advised that the property had recently been taken over by new management so we shouldnât need to bring any cleaning products. They were right. The property was spotless when we arrived and was very well equipped with everything that we needed for our stay, even the dogs were catered for. The house is absolutely beautiful and is in a great location. We would definitely return and recommend this property to others. The only downside was that some members of our group found their mattress to be uncomfortable, but we recognise that this is subjective and other visitors may feel differently. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and it seems that positive changes have been made since some of the previous negative reviews regarding the cleanliness.
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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.