Guests say
Penrallt Cottage is highly praised for its spaciousness, stunning views, and peaceful surroundings. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable living spaces, and the added bonus of a beautiful raised decking area. The property serves as an excellent base for exploring local attractions, with many guests expressing a desire to return. The owners are frequently mentioned for their friendliness and helpfulness.
The cottage is consistently described as clean and tidy, with only minor mentions of cobwebs and a dirty door. The overall impression is of a well-maintained property.
The location is celebrated for its stunning views over the Menai Straits and its proximity to local amenities and attractions. Some guests mention the rough track leading to the cottage and the steep incline to the village as minor drawbacks.
Guests find the cottage spacious and the living areas comfortable. However, there are comments about hard beds and uncomfortable bunk bed mattresses, suggesting room for improvement in this area.
The property is well-equipped with a good range of kitchen items and a utility room. Criticisms include temperamental showers, difficulty with locking doors, and the need for a tumble dryer. The lack of a visitors' book and local leaflets due to COVID-19 is noted.
While guests mention the owners' friendliness and helpfulness, there are no specific references to gifts or special thoughtful touches that could be guaranteed for future guests. Therefore, a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
A detached stone-built conversion of a former farm building, in a fantastic hillside location on the outskirts of the marina village of Y Felinheli, just 5 miles from Caernarfon. Overlooking the beautiful Menai Straits and Isle of Anglesey beyond, Penrallt Cottage is decorated and furnished in a pleasing combination of traditional and contemporary styles. The patio area is perfect for relaxing, dining alfresco and enjoying the spectacular view. A cycle path runs just 2 minutes from the property, while within a mile is the Plas Menai National Watersports Centre, with indoor swimming pool. This wonderful location offers stunning sandy beaches, cascading rivers and waterfalls. Discover famous castles, mountain railways, the Snowdonia National Park, beautiful Llyn Peninsula and the Isle of Anglesey, all within travelling distance. Note: This property is adjacent to Ref. 3779, and together they accommodate 8.
Formerly known as Port Dinorwic, Y Felinheli is situated on the beautiful Menai Straits between the historic town of Caernarfon and the cathedral city of Bangor. This lovely harbour town is home to a small, established yachting marina with an interesting lock, which allows boats to enter or leave before cruising down the Straits to the open sea. There is also a wide selection of amenities in the village as well as pubs, restaurants, shops and a hotel, whilst just two miles away is an award-winning five-star restaurant for something a little more special. The landscape of this pretty region is incredibly diverse and offers the stunning mountain of Snowdonia, the beautiful Lleyn Peninsula, and the sandy beaches of the Isle of Anglesey â all of which are within easy driving distance.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Three bedrooms: 2 x doubles, 1 x adult bunks.
Bathroom with bath with hand shower, basin and WC.
Shower room with large shower, basin and WC.
Modern fitted kitchen with dining area.
Utility room.
Sitting room with cast iron gas stove.
Central heating with cast iron gas stove.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, widescreen TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Patio area with garden furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops, pubs and restaurants 5 mins downhill walk.
Note: Part of this walk is across fields and is not recommended for the infirm.
Alternative route along road takes 10 minutes.
Reviews (41)
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Alison
Rooms were spacious and comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with equipment, though oven was tricky as controls had lost labels and struggled to get it very hot. Terrace was lovely to sit at and the glass edge helped keep us out of the wind. Stunning views!
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Patricia
The property was reasonably clean but had cobwebs and the glazed door from the living room was dirty. The most annoying was the hot water ,and trying to get a shower of a reasonable temperature .There must be something wrong with the boiler ,as this problem cannot just be us .I left a phone message on the first morning I am still waiting for an answer.
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John
Shower was a bit temperamental, one minute scolding hot and then 5 minutes later nothing but tepid heat. Internet connection dropped out quite a few times and wasn't sufficiently stable for using Amazon Prime TV. For basic internet on our phones/laptops it was fine once connected. We were pleased with the range of kitchen items, especially pots & pans. We cooked most evenings for 5 people and found the kitchen area & facilities were excellent. We were happy with our accommodation and thought it was excellent value for money compared with previous accommodation we have hired in North Wales & Anglesey (this was our fourth holiday cottage in the area in the ten years). I would recommend to others for these reasons: 1 - location is perfect for travel into Anglesey, quickly into Snowdon area, also beaches & castles of North Wales. Everything in less than an hour's drive. Fantastic range of supermarkets in Bangor within 10-minute drive, plus Drive through fast food when you don't want to cook. 2 - layout of house was great, and ideal for small family + grandparents. Nice kitchen/diner area. 3 - peace & quiet, and safe play area for kids in front of the house. 4 - pub & food within 5-minute walk (albeit steep uphill walk home!) 5 - represents fair value for money Shower was a bit temperamental, one minute too hot and then 5 minutes later nothing but tepid heat. Internet connection dropped out a few times. For basic internet on our phones & laptops it was fine once connected.