Guests say
Penlan cottage in Caernarfon, North Wales & Snowdonia, is cherished for its perfect location, offering stunning views and proximity to local attractions. Guests appreciate its cleanliness, cosy atmosphere, and well-equipped kitchen. While some mention minor maintenance issues and a lack of modern comforts like Wi-Fi, the cottage's charm and the area's natural beauty make for a delightful stay.
The majority of guests found Penlan cottage to be clean and tidy, contributing to a pleasant stay. However, a few guests noted that the cleaning seemed rushed or that the garden appeared untended, slightly affecting the overall impression.
The cottage's location is highly praised for its beautiful surroundings, proximity to the village, and access to outdoor activities. The serene setting and lovely views contribute to a peaceful and enjoyable holiday experience.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable overall, but some have raised concerns about the quality of the mattresses and seating arrangements. The heating system received mixed reviews, with some finding it inadequate during colder periods.
The cottage is appreciated for its well-equipped kitchen and essential amenities. However, several guests mentioned the need for maintenance, such as replacing heaters and improving the Wi-Fi and mobile phone coverage, which are currently lacking.
While guests have not specifically mentioned gifts, they have appreciated the historical charm and nostalgic elements of the cottage. The absence of reviews referencing gifts or special touches from the hosts means a score cannot be provided in this category.
About this property
Beddgelert 0.3 miles.
A charming, detached Beddgelert cottage, set in quiet woodland in an elevated position above the picturesque village of Beddgelert in the Snowdonia National Park. This Beddgelert cottage is affectionately known as Rupert Bear's Cottage in memory of the author and illustrator of the Rupert Bear stories, who lived there from 1956 to 1986. He gained his inspiration from the local countryside and wrote the Rupert Bear stories from here for many years. This secluded Beddgelert cottage has two bedrooms, a sitting/dining room, and a well-equipped kitchen area, both with exposed wooden beams. The gardens and woodland surrounding this Beddgelert holiday home provide peace and tranquillity, yet the cottage is only a 5-minute stroll into the centre of Beddgelert. There are miles of walking tracks around, some starting from outside the door of this Beddgelert cottage. Further afield are the beaches of Porthmadog, Italianate Portmeirion, castles at Caernarfon, Conwy and Harlech and the coastline of the Llyn Peninsula. A fantastic Beddgelert cottage, in a great location at any time of the year.
Lying at the foot of Mount Snowdon, Beddgelert is situated in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. A busy village, it is centred around the Afon Glaslyn river, just a short walk from the Aberglaslyn Pass. The Welsh Highland Steam Railway passes through Beddgelert on its way from Porthmadog to Caernarfon.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x adult bunks with additional pull-out bed.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin & WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area & electric woodburner-effect stove.
Electric storage heaters with electric stove in sitting room.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV/DVD, books/DVDs.
Electricity included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 1 car and additional parking at the bottom of the cul de sac on a first come, first served basis.
Garden with patio to rear, grass & woodland all around, furniture, mountain & woodland views.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops & pubs 5 mins walk.
Note: Max 4 adults.
Note: Check in time 4pm, check out is 11am.
Nearby points of interest
- National Slate Museum
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- Caernarfon Castle
- Snowdonia National Park
Reviews (81)
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David
very good indeed.
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Christine
My only small criticism is that it would have been nice to have seating at the back of the cottage to make the most of the amazing views
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Craig
The view across the valley was a joy to wake up to and the adventures began right outside the front door.