Guests say
This cottage offers stunning views and a peaceful location ideal for exploring Snowdonia and North Wales. Guests appreciate the cosy atmosphere, well-equipped kitchen, and dog-friendly features. The property is praised for its tranquil setting and proximity to local attractions. Some reviews mention areas for improvement, such as cleanliness, maintenance, and outdoor upkeep, but overall, visitors enjoy a comfortable and memorable stay in a beautiful rural setting.
Many guests found the cottage clean and tidy on arrival, but several reviews mention issues such as cobwebs, mould, unclean kitchen utensils, and occasional unpleasant odours. While some guests were satisfied, others felt a deeper clean was needed, especially in the kitchen and bathrooms.
The location is consistently praised for its beautiful views, peaceful atmosphere, and easy access to Snowdonia and local attractions. Guests love the rural setting and proximity to walks, villages, and scenic spots.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy, warm, and comfortable, especially with the wood burner and spacious layout. Some noted issues with damp, cold downstairs, and small bedrooms, but most enjoyed a restful stay.
The cottage is well-equipped with kitchen essentials and a wood burner, but several guests noted missing or non-functional items (e.g., washing machine, microwave, dishwasher, TV, WiFi). Maintenance issues such as faulty appliances, damp, and garden upkeep were also mentioned.
Some guests appreciated helpful communication from the owner or cleaner and the provision of books and games. However, there were no mentions of welcome gifts or special touches, and several guests suggested the addition of an information pack or starter supplies. Please note that gifts or extras are not guaranteed.
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, selection of games and books.
Fuel and power and wifi 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.
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.
Reviews (39)
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Amy
Good overall. Parking was a real issue because its on the road and you have to carry everything to the property. Kettle needs replacing, thick brown residue built, we didn't use it and had to boil water on the hob. But overall a good value for money
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Lucinda
This one has potential, but the attention to detail is far less than the others Iâve stayed in for the same price. The dishwasher didnât work, the oven, even though we pressed the switch on the wall did not heat up and only three hobs worked. The wall in the smaller of the rooms was wet to touch after the rain. A real shame as the location, as ever is wonderful. With a little bit more love and attention to detail this could be a sweet place to stay.
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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.