Guests say
The property boasts an excellent location with easy access to local amenities, pubs, restaurants, and coastal walks. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen and the provision of towels and pillows. However, some concerns were raised about cleanliness, maintenance issues such as a leaking roof, and the provision of essentials like washing up liquid and soap.
Reviews indicate issues with cleanliness, including rubbish in the yard, dirty bedding, and a microwave that hadn't been cleaned. However, one review mentioned the cottage being clean, suggesting inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to local attractions, pubs, restaurants, and the heritage railway, making it an ideal spot for exploring Porthmadog and the surrounding area.
The property is described as warm and comfortable, particularly for a winter break. However, there are negative comments about a mouldy bathroom and a lack of bath mat, which could affect overall comfort.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and sufficient towels and pillows. However, maintenance issues like a leaking roof and the absence of some basic provisions have been noted.
Some guests noted the provision of a kitchen pack with washing up liquid and wash tabs, which indicates thoughtfulness. However, this was not consistent across reviews, and no gifts were mentioned, so the score reflects the mixed feedback.
About this property
Siop Da Da is a charming, well-positioned home nestled in the heart of Porthmadog, Gwynedd. Perfectly located near a beach and local amenities, Siop Da Da offers a pet-friendly, characterful dwelling for a group of five guests, set in a prime position to explore both the coast and the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Park up to the roadside or take advantage of the sought-after, off-road parking space to the rear of the property, before stepping indoors, firstly reaching the homely living/dining room, complete with original beams overhead, a feature, stone fireplace, and plenty of seating to sink into after a day of adventure. The kitchen provides the perfect place to cook up a storm, whilst the rest of your family set the dining table, or make up the patio furniture, ready to gather and enjoy an alfresco affair; end the evening with a chilled glass of wine in hand, cosying up around the Smart TV. Head up the stairs to discover two well-appointed bedrooms; a king-size and a family room, featuring a double and single bed for convenience. On this floor, there’s also a bathroom with a bath and shower over, whilst a handy cloakroom and utility rest on the ground floor. Stay local and explore the coastal town of Porthmadog, with plenty of shops, eateries, and pubs to visit, including Tafarn Pencei for some traditional fare, before heading to the beach for a stroll or the chance to try your hand at some watersports; the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways is also a popular, local attraction with families, worth adding to your itinerary. The nearby town of Harlech is a must-see, with its castle perched atop a rocky outcrop, and its historic port, or perhaps venture to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Caernarfon with its magnificent castle and historic town walls. There’s something for everyone to explore in this part of Gwynedd, with the national park within driving distance, filled with lofty peaks and beautiful landscapes, worth exploring no matter the weather. Enjoy the best of North Wales at Siop Da Da.
The bustling harbour town of Porthmadog lies on the Glaslyn Estuary and enjoys a stunning setting. The gateway to the Snowdonia National Park, Porthmadog is full of individual shops and restaurants, and home to the Ffestiniog Railway and the Welsh Highland railway where you can travel by steam through spectacular Snowdonia scenery, to Blaenau Ffestiniog or Caerforn . The pretty village of Borth Y Gest, with its cliffs and coves, is a short walk or drive from the town. The well known and unique Italianate village of Portmeirion is just down the coast. Situated on a rugged clifftop on its own private peninsula, Portmeirion, famous as the location of the TV show The Prisoner and the final episode of Cold Feet, is surrounded by miles of sandy beaches and woodlands. The area also boasts castles at Criccieth and Harlech, and superb unspoilt beaches such as Black Rock Sands, where the sands stretch as far as the eye can see. Also within reach is the famous Zip World Slate Caverns and Bounce Below where you can get involved with a variety of activities including the thrilling zip wires and underground caverns to explore; there is something here to suit the whole family. An ideal location for the attractions of Snowdonia and the The Lleyn Peninsula.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x family room with double and single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.
Cloakroom with basin, WC, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Smart TV, WiFi, selection of games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car to the rear, with roadside parking to the front.
Enclosed rear patio with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome at a supplement of £20 per dog.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop, pub, and Porthmadog Harbour 0.1 miles, beach 1 mile
Nearby points of interest
- Snowdonia National Park
- National Slate Museum
Reviews (8)
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Diane
Cottage warm and comfortable for our winter break and will look to return in the new year. Backyard desperately needs a update,allthough not to relevent during the winter months,would put the finishing touch needed for thr perfect location in the centre of Port.
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Jamie
We have now returned from our stay and are extremely dissatisfied with the misleading and inaccurate portrayal of the property; Frustrating the property photographs show the log burner but it doesn't provide any wood and is potentially not a real burner at all? This should be made clear. The bathroom is in really poor condition with major mould issues and spurting shower that is leaking . Needs attention and appears not being cleaned properly as mould flying off whenever water from shower hits it. Slippery tiled floor and no bath mat provided is dangerous. Really disappointed with quality of property. General theme of stingy provisions left- small and tired towels, not a single dishwasher tablet, not enough washing up liquid, toilet paper or hand soap for 24 hours. The parking was made impossible to access due to the bushes that hadnât been trimmed. We are still waiting on our refund for the dog that was an error as we didnât have a dog with us. We contacted you about this ahead of our visit. We would also request a partial refund on the booking overall due to the poor state and quality of the property and was not as advertised in pictures or description. I eagerly await your response. Regards, Jamie Trigg
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Nicola
Sarah the caretaker was fantastic and helpful when we had a problem with Smart TV ....user problem not the TV. The only problem we had was we were unable to park outside so used the rear entrance to courtyard, we managed to park inside however the rear gates were falling apart due to age and hard to lock.