Lovely cottage with magnificent sea views in Borth y Gest

Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
Interior
10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(51 Ratings)

Cottage in Porthmadog

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more

About this cottage rental

Rated 5* by Visit Wales, the cottage is a newly renovated luxury 2 bedroomed detached holiday cottage with mesmerising sea views. The cottage has an elegant and cosy feel and is the perfect base to explore Borth-y-Gest and superb Snowdonia.

From it’s elevated position the cottage enjoys unrivalled sea and mountain views and is nestled within ancient woodland.

ACCOMODATION

On the ground floor there is a sunny lounge with triple aspect windows and French doors leading onto the spacious decking area with magnificent uninterrupted views across Tremadog Bay. Tastefully furnished, including a log burning stove for cosy evenings in. There is a selection of games, books and of course TV and Wifi to keep you entertained.

The adjoining stylish kitchen/diner is comprehensively equipped with fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, toaster and all the crockery, cutlery, pots, pans you might need. Again French doors lead onto the decking area, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or dining al fresco whilst drinking in the breathtaking view.

Upstairs there are two double bedrooms:

Bedroom 1 is triple aspect enjoying both woodland and sea views, furnished with a sumptuous king size sleigh bed, luxurious duvet and linen, built in wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside tables. There is a large window seat and vanity unit with sink.

Bedroom 2 is a double aspect room with sea and garden views, again a sumptuous king size bed, luxurious duvet and linen, built in wardrobe, chest of drawers and bedside tables.

Family Bathroom with feature clawfoot cast iron bath, pedestal sink and WC.

Shower Room with WC, sink and shower.

To the front of the cottage is the large decking area from which to admire the wonderful sea views. The perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, lose yourself in your favourite book, whilst enjoying the wonderful panoramic views. During the evening, indulge yourself with your favourite tipple strike up the BBQ and star gaze to your heart's content. If you’re really lucky, you might even get a visit from our resident tawny owl.

To the rear of the house is an enclosed private secluded garden with wildlife pond, and beyond is the Parc y Borth nature reserve with it’s woodland walking paths and extensive bird life.

‘Kick back, relax, take time to ‘smell the sea and feel the sky, let your soul and spirit fly’

Be warned ... you are about to fall completely in love.


CHANGE OVER DAYS

Weekend Short Breaks (3 DAYS): Commence Fridays
Weekday Short Breaks (3 or 4 Days ): Commence Mondays
Weekly Bookings (7 Days): Commence Friday

ADDITIONAL NOTES

Tea, coffee, sugar, tea towels, dishcloths, iron and ironing board, dishwasher tablets, washing up and laundry liquid, bin bags, cleaning detergents, hand wash will be provided

A delicious Welcome Pack on arrival, and we’ll send you some tips from our favourite things to do and places to eat in the area to get you started.

Please note this is a Pet free and No smoking cottage

Gas & Electricity: included.

Heating: Gas central heating

ACCESS & PARKING
The cottage is located at the head of an unadopted track which leads from the main road (Borth Road). The track is approximately 20m in length to the base of the property. Accessed by approximately 40 steps the property is elevated and very private towering above the beautiful village of Borth y Gest. Vehicular access is allowed along the unadopted track for dropping off and pick-up only - parking is not permitted. Cars must return to the main road, Borth Road which is approximately 20m from the property boundary. Unrestricted parking is available on Borth Road.

SECURITY

A RING video doorbell is installed in the porch to monitor the area immediately outside the front door

RESTRICTIONS

Not suitable for Children under 12 years
No Wheelchair access

SURROUNDING AREA

The cottage is situated in the picturesque coastal village of Borth-y-gest with it’s colourful terraced houses, tearoom and restaurant. Nestled by the water this sheltered horseshoe bay is home to many small boats. The Llyn coastal path leads directly from the village where you can enjoy fabulous coastal walks with views to stunning Harlech Castle and discover hidden quiet bays and the expansive sandy beaches of Morfa Bychan and Black Rock Sands.

For the golf enthusiasts, Porthmadog Golf Club (2 miles) is located in a wonderful location on the Coastal Path.

The whole area is a heaven for wildlife and birds including oystercatchers, curlews, redshanks, great crested grebe, sandwich terns and the visiting osprey’s.

From the cottage you can also walk over the coastal path (approximately 15 minutes) to Porthmadog. A busy harbour town with a good range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants and pubs. Porthmadog is also a major hub for the narrow-gauge railway with no less than three lines, the ffestiniog, the shorter Welsh Highland heritage and the similarly named Welsh Highland all the way to Caernarfon.

It’s a short drive to Portmeirion, the italian style village designed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis and made famous by the series The Prisoner which was filmed here.

Harlech, Abersoch and Criccieth beaches are also only a short drive away.

Close by is the spectacular Snowdonia National Park (2 miles) which covers an area of 823 square miles. It offers wonderful walking, the highest mountain in wales, the largest lake and picturesque villages to explore Beddgelert (8 miles), Betws-y-Coed (24 miles)

Snowdonia National Park is a nature lovers paradise, it is full of spectacular walks and offers paths and trails for all abilities, world class mountain biking, white water rafting, mountaineering, Bear Grylls survival academy and Zip World, the longest and fastest zip line in Europe if you really want to get the adrenaline pumping!

Amenities

Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden

Map of Porthmadog

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(51 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Perfect property
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Clean and well presented. A nice welcome cake
10.0 / 10.0
May 2024
Beautiful, charming, cosy and classy cottage with amazing views. So comfortable with everything you could possibly need and a great nights sleep. Super clean; communication was great. The area is really lovely with great coastal walks discovering many hidden coves. Highly recommended and throughly deserves the 5 star rating.
10.0 / 10.0
May 2024
Very quiet beautiful village with incredible views The house is fabulous We had a wonderful time
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2023
I can only endorse all the other 5 star comments.
8.0 / 10.0
Sep 2023
Wonderful position with great views
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2023
Peaceful cottage, great location in Wales
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2023
Everything we needed for a restful long weekend.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Porthmadog?

The average price for a rental in Porthmadog is $182 per night. This rental is $179 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Lovely cottage with magnificent sea views in Borth y Gest. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Lovely cottage with magnificent sea views in Borth y Gest pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Lovely cottage with magnificent sea views in Borth y Gest?

We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, laundry, and balcony or patio.

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