Guests say
Guests have enjoyed the stunning views and peaceful setting of the cottage, finding it a cosy and idyllic base for exploring North Wales. The property's cleanliness and maintenance have received mixed feedback, with some guests noting areas for improvement. The lack of certain amenities such as WiFi and a washing machine has been mentioned, but the charm of the location and the warmth of the property management seem to compensate for these shortcomings.
The property's cleanliness has been noted as generally good by some guests, but others have reported issues such as cobwebs, unclean kitchen utensils, and mould. These inconsistencies suggest room for improvement in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised for its beautiful views and proximity to North Wales attractions. The peaceful village setting and stunning scenery contribute to a positive experience, although some guests found the property a bit challenging to locate initially.
The cottage is described as cosy and warm, with a wood burner adding to the comfort. However, some guests have mentioned issues with insulation and heating, and the comfort of the outdoor seating area has been critiqued due to overgrown vegetation and obstructed views.
Facilities are adequate with a well-equipped kitchen and modern bathroom, but guests have noted the absence of a washing machine and WiFi. Some electrical appliances are reported to be outdated or malfunctioning, indicating a need for updates and repairs.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches provided by the property owner in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess the thoughtfulness in terms of gifts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
This delightful, stone-built terraced cottage is located up a hill, just a 5-minute walk from the centre of the village of Penmachno in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. Offering pleasant, homely accommodation, this Penmachno cottage opens into an oak beamed sitting room with a multi-fuel stove set in a stone and slate hearth. The large kitchen is fully fitted with a generous amount of storage space and the dining area provides a place where you can sit and dine whilst looking out on the superb mountain views. Upstairs in this Penmachno cottage, you will find two bedrooms consisting of a double bedroom, which overlooks the front garden, another double plus a single bed to the rear boasting stunning views. There is an enclosed front patio and three steps which lead to a lawned area with seating. To the rear the enclosed patio affords views across fields and is an ideal place to sit and relax whilst barbecuing and watching the sun go down on another perfect day. The popular town of Betws-y-Coed is nearby, which has a selection of pubs, shops and cafes, whilst the whole area is ideal for walking and cycling. A lovely Penmachno cottage from which to enjoy an excellent family holiday.
Penmachno is a small village situated in the Snowdonia National Park, just 4 miles from the popular town of Betws-y-Coed. The whole area is perfect for walking, cycling, and climbing. Betws-y-Coed has shops, pubs and tearooms, plus the waterfalls and river pools are well worth a visit. Explore the National Park, whilst further afield is North Wales' Heritage Coastlines.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with dressing room, 1 x double and 1 x single bed.
Bathroom with walk in shower, basin and WC.
Fitted kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room (seats 5) with multi-fuel stove.
LPG central heating with multi-fuel stove in sitting room.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV, DVD, selection of games and books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and two stairgates.
Roadside parking.
Bike storage(bikes to be kept in open shed area) .
Front lawned area with patio and furniture.
Rear enclosed patio with furniture and BBQ.
Two well-behaved pets welcome with a supplement of £10 per pet.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins drive.
Note: This property is accessed via a front communal path.
Note: This property sleeps a maximum of 4 people.
Nearby points of interest
- Snowdonia National Park
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- National Slate Museum
Reviews (37)
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Jan
Everything you needed and very comfy and clean. no wifi but no signal either so cant use own data, except near window in back bedroom n in back garden at fence. Would defo stay again. Would say tho sort out small window in big bedroom, and treat the damp that is creeping up wall close to window before it becomes a big problem. Maybe put up some Voile at kitchen window n doors to close of an evening make it look more warmer when it goes darker. Give the little patio area an up lift and clean chairs off as at present you wouldnt want to use them. Not inviting at all.
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Julie
Upstairs the bedroom was comfortable and the shower fantastic. Unfortunately we were very disappointed with the general upkeep of the cottage though and lack of maintenance especially to the outdoor areas. It felt very basic and not homely or cosy.
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Beth
We had a small dog with us and if she hadn't been old she would have been under the fence in the back garden as there is big gaps at the bottom, perhaps chicken wire would be a good thing to try. Also the front garden the hedge and trees were very over grown, and they brushed against our faces when going through the gate. Also there was a lot of mould on the skirting boards in the front bedroom closest to the window. One of the windows in the back bedroom was held together with black tape which was worrying when it got warm as we didn't feel safe opening it. The rest of the cottage was amazing and very homely. If these issues are dealt with we would love to know as we'd love to book it again for another time :)