Guests say
Pen Dinas is a cosy and comfortable cottage in Bangor, praised for its ideal location and homely feel. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, powerful shower, and the convenience of having parking. The property serves as a great base for exploring North Wales, with easy access to local amenities and attractions.
The cottage's cleanliness has received mixed reviews. Some guests found it to be in need of a deep clean, with specific mentions of dust and stains, while others considered it clean and peaceful. The cleanliness aspect seems to vary between stays.
The location is highly regarded for its quietness, proximity to local shops, restaurants, and attractions in North Wales. It is described as ideally situated and a great base for visiting the surrounding area.
Most guests found the cottage comfortable and cosy, with a homely atmosphere. However, some noted issues with the stairs and a need for minor improvements to enhance the overall comfort.
Facilities are generally appreciated, especially the well-equipped kitchen and good Wi-Fi. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as problems with hot water, heating, and the vacuum cleaner, which suggest room for improvement.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, therefore it is not possible to assess the thoughtfulness category.
About this property
Bangor 1.5 miles. Resting in the small village of Minffordd, near to the bustling city of Bangor, is this mid-terrace cottage, Pen Dinas. Set over three floors, Pen Dinas is a charming and homely setting for your next North Wales adventure, within easy reach of the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park and the Isle of Anglesey. A sought-after off-road parking spot on the drive greets you on arrival, along with a neat, enclosed front garden before you step into the handy porch to leave any coats and shoes. Relax in the sitting room after a busy day and light the open fire for extra warmth as you gather with your group to watch a film on the TV with a DVD player. Travel down the slate stairs to the lower ground floor to find the lovely kitchen/diner, with all the essential appliances you need to rustle up your favourite home-cooked meals, along with a handy washing machine! Back on the ground floor; discover one of three bedrooms, a double with attractive pine furniture to store your things in, along with the bathroom, which boasts a bath and overhead shower. Travel up to the first floor to find another double bedroom and a bunk room, with the latter being perfect for children and boasting a TV with a PlayStation. Minffordd is just a stone's throw away from the vibrant city of Bangor which overlooks the Menai Strait; you can look forward to strolling along Bangor Promenade and venturing out along Garth Pier for lovely views over the water and out to Anglesey. Enjoy the excellent choice of pubs and restaurants in Bangor, along with supermarkets and shops, as well as a lively night scene in this university town. Bangor is also home to its own array of history to be discovered at Cadeirlan Bangor Cathedral and Gwynedd Museum & Art Gallery, both worth a visit for history enthusiasts. On sunny days, head to the Isle of Anglesey to find a fabulous selection of beaches at Benllech, Beaumaris and Newborough to name a few, as well as the Anglesey Sea Zoo, Foel Farm Park and Anglesey Model Village & Café. Embark on some epic walks in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park with mountains such as Glyder Fawr, Carnedd Llewelyn and Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) itself all boasting excellent walking routes with views from the top that make it all worth it. Head to the town of Llanberis resting at the foot of Snowdon and visit the Electric Mountain hydro power station, take a trip on the Llanberis Lake Railway or take the leisurely route up Snowdon to the summit via the Snowdon Mountain Railway, which leaves from Llanberis station. For a fantastic trip to North Wales choose Pen Dinas.
Resting on the North Wales coastline is the university town of Bangor. Offering a bustling atmosphere with a great range of shops, pubs and restaurants, Bangor is a fantastic base for an exciting stay in North Wales. With the town overlooking the Menai Strait, Bangor is within easy reach of the Isle of Anglesey where pristine beaches and beautiful woodland awaits, as well as being perfectly positioned for day trips into the wonderful Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x ground-floor double, 1 x bunk bed with TV and PlayStation.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Lower-ground-floor kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with open fire Wi-fi
Oil central heating with open fire.
Electric cooker and hob, microwave, coffee pod machine, fridge, freezer, washing machine, 2 x TVs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private parking for one car.
Enclosed front garden with lawn and picnic bench, and rear enclosed courtyard.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.6 miles.
Note: The slate staircase leading to the lower ground floor is quite steep, please take care.
Note: There are two steps within the ground floor from the sitting room towards the bathroom.
Note: The bed in the first-floor double bedroom can only be accessed from one side, please consider this when booking
Nearby points of interest
- Penrhyn Castle
- Caernarfon Castle
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- National Slate Museum
- Great Orme Country Park
Reviews (18)
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Karen
The cottage had everything we needed, and more, to make our stay very comfortable.
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Madeline
The thermostat didn't work, the shower was cold, there were no towels (I had to use the dog towel after a cold shower), I couldn't unlock the door from the inside, 3 in 1 coffee sachets from the pound shop are not acceptable in this price bracket and whilst I appreciate that the cottage is trying to be traditional it needs modernising. I usually prefer to state the positives, but as mentioned above, the facilities of this cottage do not sit in line with the price and what others in the same price bracket offer.
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Antonius
The cottage, although in the country side outside bangor, has no good walks nearby, is far from facilities and offers nothing special