Guests say
Min Y Don is a well-loved cottage in Conwy, praised for its warm, comfortable atmosphere and convenient location close to the town and a rock pool beach. Guests appreciate the high-standard refurbishment, the views of the castle, and the enclosed garden. While some minor maintenance issues and cleanliness points were raised, the overall experience is one of a homely and stylish retreat ideal for exploring North Wales.
The property generally meets expectations for cleanliness, but some guests noted areas for improvement such as dust, biscuit crumbs, and cup marks. These instances suggest occasional oversights rather than a consistent issue.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Conwy Town, the beach, and views of the castle. The only drawback mentioned is the challenge of on-street parking, which is mitigated by a nearby pay and display car park.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with a warm and homely feel, well-furnished rooms, and a cosy log burner. However, some guests mentioned the beds being too warm due to memory foam mattresses.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped house and reliable Wi-Fi. Points were deducted for reported maintenance issues such as broken blinds and a dishwasher not functioning optimally.
There is insufficient information to assess thoughtfulness as there are no mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate the owners' consideration for guests' experiences.
About this property
Enjoying an elevated position with views of Conwy Castle walls in Gyffin near Conwy is this impeccable, semi-detached cottage of Min Y Don. Welcoming a family of six, Min Y Don is a fantastic base from which to explore this wonderful part of Wales, being within reach of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park and the coast. On-street parking greets you on arrival, (there is also a car park nearby), before making your way up the steps (those with limited mobility may struggle ) and into your fabulous home-from-home. Head to the sitting room, a space enjoying the warm glow of the gas fire and a sumptuous, blue colour scheme throughout, and is where you can be entertained by a Smart TV whilst you unwind on the plush seating available. Progress to the living/dining room, a tastefully decorated spot to unwind with a good book on one of the armchairs or settle down for a family meal at the dining table, all the while being warmed by the crackling woodburning stove. The kitchen is just off from here and boasts attractive, shaker-style fittings with ample appliances that will please any budding chef, including a dishwasher. Behind the property lies the utility room, where you can keep your holiday wardrobe fresh, thanks to its washing machine and tumble dryer. At the end of the day, venture upstairs to find three beautifully designed bedrooms, two of which enjoy king-size beds with ample storage and original, feature fireplaces. The last bedroom is a twin with comfy memory foam matrices the room enjoys homely floral accents! The bedrooms share access to a fabulous bathroom, a white suite featuring the quirky touch of mosaic flooring, as well as boasting a separate bath and walk-in shower. Be sure to make the most of the lovely garden, a space enjoying lawned areas that are perfect for your furry friends to stretch their legs on, as well as a patio area, where you can enjoy alfresco dining with views of Conwy Castle. Embark on a short walk just 3 minutes into Conwy, a town that is steeped in history, which can be learnt of during a tour of the Castle, before enjoying a game of golf at the local club or basking in the sun at the local beach. For more fun by the coast, venture to Llandudno, where a promenade boasting access to sea views, restaurants and entertainments can be found, as well as access to a marvellous pier and The Great Orme Country Park. Head into Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park and spend the day in Betws-y-Coed, a picturesque village boasting access to the Conwy Valley Railway Museum, the exhilarating Zip World Forest and the Ty'nn Llwyn Walking Trail. The delights of Rhos-on-Sea, Colwyn Bay and Abergele aren't far and all offer fantastic days out by the seaside, be sure to check them out! There is so much fun to be had at Min Y Don.
A historic Welsh town on the coast, Conwy is steeped in history. Conwy Castle is the perfect place to feel the romance of Medieval Wales, while The Smallest House In Great Britain gives you a glimpse into what life was like in Victorian times. Nature-lovers will find rspb Conwy's National Nature Reserve irresistible, filled with seabirds, squirrels and other animals. Explore Wales' ancient past or spend a day exploring the seaside.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove.
Sitting room with gas fire.
External utility
Gas central heating with woodburning stove and gas fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer.
Smart TV, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and DVDs.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel Cot, linen NOT included On-street parking.
Enclosed multi-level back garden with lawned areas, patio, fire pit, barbecue and furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome but to remain downstairs, (hence stairgate).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.6 miles, beach 2.2 miles.
Note: There are steps leading up to the entrance and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility, and steps in the garden, please take care.
Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
There is a good housekeeping bond of £300
Nearby points of interest
- Welsh Mountain Zoo
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- Great Orme Country Park
- Penrhyn Castle
Reviews (10)
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Maxine
It was clean and homely but there are a few things that need addressing. The dishwasher didn't wash properly. Might need cleaning, salt and rinse aid. One of the blinds in the front room did not work so one blind was down all the time. The memory foam beds are not great if you get hot at night. If you had normal mattresses you can put more or less blankets on but can't change the matress. Lastly the sheets on the double beds were old and had bits on them which is really itchy for someone with eczema.
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Tom
There were a couple of maintenance points to make you aware of, if you're not already. One of the blinds in the living room was broken (missing the cord to draw them), and the dining room blind cord was also broken so kept on coming off. It might have been from a previous guest, but the back bedroom smelled of stale cigarettes.
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Lauren
The house is beautifully decorated with real flair and style whilst maintaining a very cosy, homely feel. We enjoyed sitting round the log burner with a cup of tea and relaxing in the living room with views of the castle. The house is ideally located for exploring Conwy (2 min walk and you are in the ancient castle walls) and the local area. Conwy Morfa beach is lovely for a dog walk. Just two small things to consider providing to make the stay perfect: dishwasher tabs and firelighters.