Guests say
Siop Da Da in Porthmadog offers a superb location with easy access to local amenities, pubs, restaurants, and coastal walks. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen and the provision of essentials for a comfortable stay. While some guests encountered issues with cleanliness and maintenance, the responsive caretaker and the property's charm seem to compensate for these inconveniences.
Cleanliness has been a concern for some guests, with reports of rubbish in the yard, a dirty microwave, and unemptied bins. However, the property was described as clean in another review, indicating inconsistency in this area.
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.
Comfort is generally well-regarded with mentions of ample towels and pillows. However, there were comments about a short duvet cover and a sofa covered in dog hair, suggesting room for improvement.
Facilities are adequate with a well-equipped kitchen, but there are issues with maintenance such as a leaking roof and problematic rear gates. Some essentials were missing, like washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets.
Thoughtfulness is evident with guests noting the provision of towels, pillows, and a kitchen pack. While gifts are not guaranteed, the attention to guest needs is apparent.
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 (6)
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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.
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Celia
Plenty of towels, pillows etc, even down to a kitchen pack with washing up liquid, wash tabs etc, Would visit again.
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Maria
Managed to park outside near the cottage (parking at the property is impossible unless you have very, I mean very small car). Kitchen well equipped, but important things were missing - no washing up liquid or sponge. No tablets for dishwasher neither. No hand soap in whole cottage. Bedroom ok. But duvet cover for very short for king-size bed. Water - good pressure and hot temperature. Cottage clean. Only bad thing was sofa cover - absolutely cover in dogs hair. But nothing we couldn't deal with vacuum cleaner ourselves.