Guests say
Is Y Graig is a well-equipped, cosy cottage with comfortable beds and a great location for exploring Snowdonia. Guests appreciate the property's charm, the open fire, and the picturesque village setting. While some maintenance issues are noted, particularly with the bathrooms, the cottage's overall appeal and the owner's care are evident.
The cottage has received mixed feedback on cleanliness. One guest mentioned an unfortunate incident with a soiled bed, and another noted spiders in the bathroom. However, there are no widespread complaints, suggesting these may be isolated issues.
The location is highly praised for its beauty and convenience, offering easy access to local walks and amenities in the heart of Snowdonia, with on-street parking available.
Guests find the beds very comfortable and the cottage roomy for adults. However, some have mentioned issues with light ingress in one bedroom and a preference for different types of amenities like chopping boards.
The cottage is well-equipped, but several guests have reported maintenance issues with the bathrooms and kitchen appliances. Suggestions for improvements include better water pressure and modernisation.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate the level of thoughtfulness. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Is Y Graig is a charming detached house resting in the town of Beddgelert, Gwynedd, with many amenities and attractions throughout the local area, making this an ideal base for friends and families looking to explore Gwynedd and the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Enter into this delightful abode and discover a characterful sitting room with the added bonus of a woodburning stove to warm your feet beside after a long day of exploring. When mealtimes call, the kitchen/diner caters to your culinary needs as you cook up a storm and indulge in a hearty meal, as the utility takes care of your muddy clothes. On the ground floor you will find the first of the bedrooms, a double, as well as a ground-floor bathroom. Threaded with wooden beams, three further bedrooms can be found on the first floor, including a king-size, double, and family room with double and single, serviced by a bathroom.. Beddgelert is a lovely starting point for your stay, offering everything you would need for a self-catered stay, including a variety of restaurants where you can savour delectable food and toast to any special occasion. There's also a local shop where you can pick up materials for a homemade supper. A few more attractions that benefit the village include Gelert's Grave, which tells an unusual story and has lovely walking pathways; you can also easily access the National Trust Nature Reserve, which leads to Dinas Emrys, a trekking area, and the amazing Sygun Copper Mine. Nestled inside the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, there are hiking trails and scenic areas wherever you look. If you're up for an adventurous stroll, Mount Snowdon is well worth a visit, offering incredible views from its peak. Travel to the royal town of Caernarfon via the Welsh Highland Steam Railway and spend the day enjoying golfing, the stunning Victoria Dock, and a fortress and castle that are listed as World Heritage Sites. Take a trip across the Menai Bridge to the Isle of Anglesey, where you will discover a wealth of historical sites, gorgeous beaches, and breathtaking landscapes, or just stay put and enjoy the magic of your cottage while taking in the splendour of the National Park.
The picturesque village of Beddgelert lies in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park at the foot of Mount Snowdon. Beddgelert is a bustling village with arts and craft shops, tea rooms, welcoming pubs, including Saracens Head and the Royal Goat, and restaurants, centred around the Afon Glaslyn river. A leisurely stroll along the river will take you to the Aberglaslyn Pass, one of North Wales’s most famous beauty spots. The Welsh Highland Steam Railway passes through the village on its journey from Porthmadog to Caernarfon. Beddgelert is famed for its monument to the Welsh Prince Llewelyn's dog, whom the Prince killed thinking it had attacked and killed his son, only to discover afterwards it had been defending his son from a savage wolf attack. From here, you can easily access Porthmadog, home to a Maritime Museum, the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway, the Black Rock Llamas, and Porthmadog Golf Club, as well as Borth y Gest, where you can hike along the Beach Path, spend a day at the beach, and dine at the popular Black Rock Beach Club with stunning sea views, onwards to the Llyn Peninsula and beyond, this is an ideal location for a Welsh holiday.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x family room with double and single bed, 1 x ground-floor double with TV.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, separate basin, and separate WC.
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, L'Or pod coffee machine (Nespresso compatible).
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent - please note fuel for the woodburner is not included.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Roadside unrestricted parking.
Enclosed patio with charcoal barbecue and furniture.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop, pub, and river 0.1 miles.
Note: The downstairs bedroom has additional high level windows (not overlooked) with no light blocking cover.
Note: The TV in ground floor bedroom is currently Prime Video only.
Note: There are some low doorways, please mind your head.
This property has a 3 night minimum stay
Nearby points of interest
- National Slate Museum
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- Caernarfon Castle
- Snowdonia National Park
Reviews (11)
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Martin
The consumables such as toilet paper, hand wash, washing up liquid etc were not sufficient and we ended up buying extra. Some consumables were not available at all which would be generally expected,such as a few pods for the coffee machine, a few washing tablets for the washing machine and a pint of milk in the fridge would have been most welcome to make a hot drink on arrival. On balance the king-size bed was lovely and comfortable and the bedroom nice and dark making it a good night's sleep. The location of the cottage was great providing easy access to lot's of walks and local amenities.
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Frederick
The property suited us extremely well and we would love to return Itâs exactly as we expected and our expectations were quite high We had a little trouble with accessing TV stations and generally used I player ( could be operator error) Also couldnât figure out washing machine to spin -only for waterproofs ( no manual ) Ingresses or light in downstairs bedroom not an issue in late September All in all a very positive experience Owner very accessible and friendly Highly recommend
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Jeremy
Location tho is excilent.