Guests say
Cwtsh Cragen in New Quay is praised for its excellent location near the beach and town, with comfortable accommodations and friendly neighbours. Guests appreciate the thoughtful welcome touches and the property's cleanliness, though some noted areas for improvement in maintenance and noise levels.
Most guests found the property clean and well-presented, with only a few remarks about the need for a deeper clean and attention to certain areas. The majority of comments reflect a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is highly commended for its proximity to the beach and town centre, with easy access to coastal paths and stunning views. It's considered ideal for a car-free holiday and beach access.
Guests generally found the property comfortable, with good-sized bedrooms and a cosy atmosphere. Some issues were raised about noise from neighbours and the need for better shower facilities, slightly affecting the comfort score.
The property is equipped with necessary appliances and furniture, though some guests mentioned the lack of smaller saucepans, a bottle opener, and a washing machine. Maintenance issues like the shower condition and a non-working freezer were noted.
Guests were touched by the welcome packs and personal greetings, indicating a high level of thoughtfulness from the hosts. However, it's important to note that such gestures, while appreciated, may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Positioned just a pebble's throw from the dog-friendly beach, with views across Cardigan Bay, along the west coast of Wales, is Cwtsh Cragen. Take a boat trip to catch glimpses of the dolphins inhabiting the bay, weather permitting, as birds fly overhead. This dog-friendly ground-floor apartment is styled with a contemporary feel throughout, ideal for couples or for a family of four, plus their two canine companions, looking to escape everyday life and indulge a relaxing seaside escape. Step straight into the well-equipped kitchen/diner, which boasts a wonderful outlook from the front window to the blue horizon beyond. There is a nicely appointed kitchen with all the appliances you could need to whip up delicious meals for your loved ones, ready to enjoy over a celebratory bottle of fizz. Next, the lounge offers a relaxing space to curl up in front of the TV before retiring to the bright double bedroom, displaying a coastal theme, or a charming twin bedroom, both of which offer plenty of storage for your belongings. The bathroom plays host to a bath with shower over, with a slate grey, tiled finish, perfect for relaxing soaks or freshening up after hiking along the Ceredigion Coastal Path. Outside you have your very own allocated parking space and a shared, open lawn area at the front overlooking the water. Stroll to the beach along the path leading from the cottage and bask on golden sands with a cool sea breeze. Tide dependent, you can walk right into the town from the beach to find a variety of shops, tea rooms and pubs serving delicious food and drinks. Don't forget to take your camera for the perfect snapshot of some rare wildlife. You can try many water sports in season and there are plenty of walking and cycling routes in the area. Aberaeron is a thriving harbour town close by, with more amenities and scenery to explore and Devil's Bridge Falls, a renowned attraction in Mid-Wales. Make the most of the relaxing atmosphere, beautiful beaches and nature trails and secure your stay at Cwtsh Cragen.
It's simple to see why this gorgeous seaside town is one of the most popular year-round vacation destinations when you take a stroll down the seafront and take in the stunning vistas. With a wide variety of stores and eateries to choose from and boat cruises to take to see the unusual creatures that call this sheltered harbour home, there's no shortage of things to do while you're here. What about sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, and powerboats with expert instruction for the more adventurous members of your group? Many of Dylan Thomas' most renowned compositions, including "Quite Early One Morning," were penned at New Quay, and the town has designated a "Dylan Thomas Trail." Aberaeron, a vibrant Georgian port town with multi-colored houses and a wide variety of restaurants and inns, is just seven miles distant. The Devil's Bridge area of Wales is famed for its three bridges, narrow gauge steam railway, and flowing waterfalls, making it one of the most beautiful places in the world to visit. It's the ideal location for year-round vacations.
Accommodation
Ground-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner/sitting room
Electric heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Iron & ironing board provided.
Hairdryer provided.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Shared communal gardens with seating.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.4 miles, beach 0.2 miles.
Please note: This property is in a residential area.
Reviews (22)
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Terence
This is our second time at this property, our first stay was in May 2022 when we were the very first guests. After two and a half years we expected some signs of wear and tear but no, the property was still in immaculate condition, spotlessly clean and all appliances and fixtures still looked as good as new. The property contains everything you would expect or need of an holiday rental and is an absolute credit to Claire and her staff. We would definitely recommend Cwtsh Cragen and hope to be visiting again next spring. We have been visiting New Quay for nearly sixty years, now in our eighties this is the first time we have stayed at this time of year. Still a fantastic place, much quieter than usual, but most amenities still open. Absolutely love it and hope to be able to visit for many more years!!!
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Sally
! Great location, right at the beach, with lovely view of New Quay. The apartment was well equipped. Thank you for the thoughtful touches, such as milk, teabags & waffles on arrival! We also enjoyed some of the games & jigsaws! The property is quite compact for a family of 4 and dog, but felt a significant upgrade on the caravan site, where we normally stay. We had read comments about dogs not being able to run free on shared lawn immediately outside apartment, but this was not an issue. There was a lovely area the other side of hedge where our dog could be off lead & then the coastal path and beach are also just beyond the lawn.
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Karl
Really lovely interior. Very comfy & cosy beds. It was nice of the owner to message me, that if we needed anything or had any questions, but they had provided everything we needed and more. We were blown away with the picturesque short walk to the beach. We will definitely be returning for another holiday.