Guests say
Annest Cottage offers a fabulous location for exploring North Wales, with easy access to Snowdon and nearby attractions. Guests have appreciated the property's setting and the warm welcome provided by thoughtful touches such as Welsh biscuits and jams. While some guests have reported issues with cleanliness and maintenance, recent reviews suggest improvements have been made.
Cleanliness has been a significant concern, with multiple reports of inadequate cleaning, unflushed toilets, and dusty surfaces. However, a recent review indicates that a new cleaning company has addressed these issues, suggesting some improvement.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to walking trails, Snowdon, and other attractions. The ease of parking and the scenic river walk from the cottage are notable positives. However, concerns about road safety have been mentioned.
Guests have found the beds comfortable and the cottage warm, with a lovely log burner adding to the cosiness. Some guests felt the property layout was awkward and the kitchen under-equipped for a family.
Facilities and maintenance issues have been highlighted, including water supply problems, lack of essential items, and broken appliances. The need for more kitchen equipment and a washing machine has been suggested to enhance the stay.
Welcoming touches like tea, coffee, sugar, milk, and Welsh biscuits have been appreciated, although there have been inconsistencies with the provision of these items. It's important to note that such gifts, while offered, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Boasting astonishing views of the Nant Ffrancon Valley and its mountains is this gorgeous cottage, Annest, Perfect for a family getaway right on the corner of Snowdonia National Park. The large gravel driveway is shared with the property next door, with ample parking space overlooking the lush countryside landscape. Rustle up a tasty home-cooked meal for you and your family in the well-equipped kitchen area, fitted with a oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and a dishwasher. Resting behind is an intimate dining table with room for all the family, here you can relish in quality time over a fantastic meal at breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The sitting area welcomes you with a snug wood burning stove sat in front of traditional stone walling, as well as two sofas and a TV for a perfect family evening, one of the sofas even pulls out into a delightful sofa bed. Rest your head in one of the lovely bedrooms, all decorated with beautiful blue specs and each boasting their own unique view of the surrounding mountains, this cottage holds a double, a twin, and a single room. Start your day the right way with a glorious morning shower in the family bathroom, you can also make use of the cloakroom downstairs to avoid morning queues. On a sunny day, make sure to find your way outside to the enclosed garden, where you can sit on the decking as you sip on your morning coffee, or enjoy your lunch on the wooden picnic bench. Annest is a fabulous cottage, mixing traditional features with contemporary fittings, alongside sensational views of the surrounding valley. Note: This property can be booked with Ref.1053805, together they can sleep 12 people.
Sitting next to the River Ogwen is the quaint town of Bethesda, a former slate quarrying town which boasts a range of shops, pubs, and stunning landscapes of the Snowdonia National Park. Zip World rests beside large mountains and hills, home to Europe's longest and fastest zip line, as well as mountain karting and tree-top nets. Walking and cycling trails can be found nearby at Capel Curig, Llanberis, Cwm Idwal, whilst the tourist attractions of Snowdon Mountain Railway and the National Slate Museum are popular. There are many seaside and coastal towns/villages a short drive away including Caernarfon, Anglesey and Beaumaris. Bethesda is a great location to explore countryside landscapes, coastal resorts, and vibrant cities.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x single.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with sofa bed and woodburning stove
Calor gas central heating and woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
TV, and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for three cars.
Shared rear garden with patio, decking and seating.
No smoking.
Shop and pub 1.7 miles.
Note: If you require the sofa beds these are on request only.Note: two well behaved pets allowed downstairs.
Please note: water supply is from a local stream; please be mindful of use in dry seasons.
Nearby points of interest
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- National Slate Museum
- Penrhyn Castle
- Caernarfon Castle
- Great Orme Country Park
Reviews (8)
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Joseph
.. And toilet lights where not working and nothing was done to make it work
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Alex
When we arrived the key stuck in the door and so we could not lock the front door and had to use the back entrance throughout our stay. . The drive at the front of the cottage leads directly onto the A5 just after a bend. The speed limit on the road is 60mph. There was a mirror opposite that changed direction when the wind blew. While we were there, the people staying in the next-door cottage were involved in a crash coming out of the drive. We decided always to turn left, even if we wanted to go right. We were also terrified of the dog or the toddler going outside and so the 4-year-old had cabin fever. . When we arrived our toddler's bed was full of dog hairs and the sheet covered in dirty dog paw-prints. . There was rubbish in the inside bin. .The toilet hadn't been flushed .There was no outside bin for general rubbish, only for recycling . The kitchen was poorly stocked eg only one cereal bowl We're not really fussy people but the property was way below expectations
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Karen
Would definitely stay again .