Guests say
Hendre Wylan is a well-regarded cottage in Barmouth, praised for its spaciousness, stunning sea views, and comfortable furnishings. Guests appreciate the property's proximity to the beach and local amenities, as well as the friendly and helpful owners. While some minor issues with cleanliness and maintenance are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many guests enjoying the ample space and recommending the property for a relaxing retreat.
Most guests found the property to be clean, with particular mention of spotless bedding. However, a few guests noted areas where cleanliness could be improved, such as stray hairs and dust in the toilets, and stains hidden under rugs.
The location is highly praised for its fantastic sea views and proximity to the beach and local attractions. Guests enjoyed nearby dining options and the ease of access to outdoor activities, contributing to a high score for location.
Guests consistently mention the comfort of the beds and furniture, as well as the spaciousness of the property. The presence of a games room and ample outdoor space added to the comfort level, although some guests suggested additional showers for convenience.
The property is well-equipped with a large kitchen and dining area, and guests appreciated the upgrades in bedding and crockery. However, some guests noted a lack of cooking equipment for larger groups, and issues with the log burner and oven, suggesting room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
While guests have expressed gratitude towards the owners for their helpfulness, there is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews provided. Therefore, a score cannot be given for thoughtfulness, and it is important to note that any gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
This detached holiday home is in a slightly elevated position on the outskirts of Llanaber, near Barmouth and commands spectacular sea views over the Cambrian Bay coastline. Bright, spacious and clean living rooms and large bedrooms, combined with a brilliant coastal location make this cottage the perfect family getaway. Hendre Wylan boasts a well presented interior with soft fabrics and neutral décor in whites, creams, blues and greys, all befitting for a seaside holiday, with sea views enjoyed for most rooms. The sitting room has an amazing sea view, where on those warm summer evenings you can open up the patio doors to enjoy the fresh sea air. A second sitting room/games room is bound to be a favourite with children, a large TV with games console, a selection of games, board games and DVDs are sure to help the adults have a quiet 10 minutes after a hectic day of sightseeing and building sand castles! The kitchen with dining area is a great space to enjoy family meals together. The dining area has a large solid wood dining table with matching chairs and the kitchen is sleek, well-appointed and modern ensuring the cook of the family is happy and content. Finally, on the ground floor, a convenient utility room and cloakroom. On the first floor, there are five beautifully furnished and individually styled bedrooms upstairs, with the master boasting the addition of an en-suite shower room. The family bathroom has a bath with shower over as well as a toilet and basin. There’s plenty of outside seating at Hendre Wylan, at the rear there is a small rear garden but it’s at the front you'll spend most of your time, either on the raised patio area or front facing lawn, taking in the sea air and views, watching the sun ark across the sky dipping over the horizon, the perfect ending to a busy day. The popular seaside town of Barmouth is a couple of miles to the south, just about walking distance if you fancy stretching your legs one evening. There are plenty of pubs and restaurants to choose from in the town as well as the usual selection of seaside shops and attractions. There are naturally lots of walks in the area, many of which can be accessed right from the cottage. Circular routes such as the Panorama Walk and the Precipice Walk are a short drive away as are the higher peaks of Cader Idris, the Rhinog Mountains and of course, Mount Snowdon. This welcoming Llanaber cottage is an excellent base from which to enjoy this renowned coastline and fabulous surrounding countryside, which is famous for its hill and coastal walks, wonderful beaches, water sports, golf, the medieval castle at Harlech and the beautiful Snowdonia mountains. A lovely cottage, perfect for an all year round family holiday.
The village of Llanaber resting between Barmouth town and the World Heritage Site of Harlech is surrounded by the breath-taking views of the Snowdonia National Park. It also overlooks the Cardigan Bay and the Llyn Peninsula beyond. The area is known for its beaches, fishing, golf, walking, sailing, cycling, mountain biking and horse riding and has ready access to mountains of Snowdonia.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x super king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with sea views and en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC, 1 x super king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with sea views, 2 x king-size with sea views, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Utility.
Kitchen with dining area.
Second sitting room/TV room.
Sitting room with sea views.
Oil central heating.
Electric cooker and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.
2 x Smart TV's with Freeview, DVD player, games console, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
All power, fuel included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent (please bring own beach towels).
Travel cot (no bedding) and high chair available.
Private parking for 4 cars.
Bike storage.
Large garden and patio with furniture and BBQ.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, downstairs only and not in bedrooms (please bring own dog beds, blankets and towels).
Sorry, no smoking.
Barmouth with all amenities 2 miles.
Beach 15 mins walk.
NOTE: A £250 security deposit will be pre-authorised on your card when payment is made.
This will be released in full after a post departure inspection (usually within 5 working days).
Note: No stag/hen or similar parties.Note: The charging of electric vehicles is not permissible at the property without prior arrangement from the owner.
Please note that the sitting room woodburner is no longer in place and the advert pictures will be updated as soon as possible.
Nearby points of interest
- Snowdonia National Park
- Aberdyfi Beach
- Centre for Alternative Technology
Reviews (19)
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Christine
The location is great with wonderful views from almost every room. The only issue we had was the unpleasant smell from the kitchen sink and the basin in the family bathroom was partially blocked. Hopefully these two problems can be quickly sorted.
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Susan
Comfortable beds & good sized bedrooms the twin being the most bijoux. There are other dwellings around the property & possibly campsite access road outside. We did not investigate so can't be sure but there were a lot of camper vans going past (slowly).. One previous review states difficult to find but Google maps came up trumps. If arriving late I suggest you take enough supplies for breakfast, milk and basic condiments.. There were tea bags & some coffee. Co-op in Barmouth is open 7-10pm and 11-3pm Sundays, pick something up on the way through if coming from the south. Good base for exploring Eryri National Park. Not much traffic noise from the main Barmouth to Harlech road or the little coastal train. Would stay again.
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Jean
Perfect for a large family group. The view from the front patio was beautiful, perfect for the lively Wales sunsets. Plenty big enough for our family of 10 and the playroom was a big bonus allowing the adults a bit of personal space