Hafod-y-Gors

A lovely homely feeling to this property apart from the spectacular views.

The property is very well maintained and everything is well thought out. It's very well equipped and to my husband's delight it even has a teapot! The area is so friendly and the railway is just a short walk it's worth going on the train for the scenery. It was my second visit and we shall return for sure.

I think the best indication of how much we love staying here (and it's clear from the visitors' book that so many people do) is that we booked to come again in November while we were still here.

Hafod-y-Gors was already a welcoming, comfy and clean place to stay, but the additions just elevate it further: from the new floors and blinds in the conservatories (I NEED those blinds) to the flash new toaster in the kitchen. (And there's an amazing Henry Hoover which I got to use as we like to leave it as spotless as when we arrived.) Fairbourne is a gem of a village, too. The neighbours are unfailingly friendly without being over-whelming and we indulged in amazing kebabs from the Food Station and great fish and chips from the chippy. See you in November!!

A very enjoyable stay at Hafod-y-gors.

Lovely to wake up after a comfortable night's sleep to see the view across the fields to the mountains. The rear conservatory was great for having breakfast with the morning sunshine. Handy to have the beach, shops and a chippy near by, and easy access to nearby towns and attractions.

Perfect stay in a clean comfortable house.

Location good for shops, walks and scenery, especially from the rear conservatory. Enclosed garden so perfect for letting dogs out. Garden furniture meant sitting outside was a pleasure. Kitchen well equipped for those evenings eating at home and cooking breakfast. Couldnt fault anything.

This was our second stay at No.

52. Having thoroughly enjoyed our first visit in 2024 not only did we book for November 2025, but we have already booked for 2026! Just as we did last time, we felt immediately at home when we arrived. It is smart, clean, warm and comfortable and, vital in November, a cosy place to return to after a bracing trip out. The views from the bedrooms are to be envied! Imagine waking up to those every day. Fairbourne itself has everything you could need; the sea; the views; the shop and food choices, plus the road and rail links - it's a 5 minute walk to the station and the shops. So to say we're eagerly looking forward to our third visit next year is something of an understatement. It was a privilige to stay somewhere that is just like a home from home.

We had a lovely 4 nights here we aim to return.

A delightful place to have a relaxing break.

On arrival found everything was well prepared and spotlessly clean. For a holiday let, It was refreshingly unusual to find that there was comfortable furniture to sit in too ! Some heating in the bedrooms and a little more hot water capacity would be nice. A washing machine would also be a welcome addition given the shocking cost and facilities of the Fairbourne launderette!! Overall little else to complain about, and would be very happy to return again.

A comfortable and welcoming holiday home in a pleasant location.

The view from the comfortable seating in the rear conservatory is stunning, leading to much time spent in there. The full facilities to hand in Hafod y Gors make for a most enjoyable stay.

The accommodation was lovely and clean and everything you need for a self catering holiday and cosy with lovely views

Our third time in Fairbourne, which we love!

Our first time in this bungalow; but it was comfy and cosy! Loved the little conservatory at the back overlooking the bay to Barmouth; perfect for reading, watching the horses and sheep and the weather! Bungalow had two double bedrooms and comfy sofas for the rainy days! Kitchen is well equipped with fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Hope to return.

This it the second time I have been to this property and I can find no fault.

There is an addition of a decking area which helps not to tread any dirt into the property and is a very cosy place to sit to enjoy breakfast. The milk and eggs are a very welcoming gift. I wont hesitate to re book for next year.

A very comfortable property with all the facilities one would expect.

Milk, eggs, tea, coffee and sugar provided; very helpful on arrival. An eclectic collection of cds and books! Although it did not affect our holiday some redecoration and repair is in order to bring this property up to a full 5 stars.

Always a lovely stay in this bright clean homely bungalow.

The new decking and plants in the garden make for a very relaxing place to sit Julia is a star she keeps it spotless We shall definitely be back again

Lovely home from home and my third stay here.

i think that speaks for itself. Everything clean and tidy on arrival. The decking and patio set round the back a great new addition. Will be booking soon for 2026. If not sooner.

We really enjoyed out stay!

The place is well placed in Fairbourne, not too far to walk to the beach or the shops, nicely in the middle. For its small size it had so much space and had everything we could possibly need. The kitchen was very well stocked, one of the best we have stayed in for cooking equipment and we loved that they managed to fit a dishwasher in. The dining room in the front conservatory/porch was lovely to sit in the sun and have dinner in the evenings or play games. The lounge was comfy, sofa and chairs perfect for a comfortable evening watching films. The bathroom was very nice, looks recently refurbished. Good shower strength which is a walk in and a separate bath. We are always on the look out for places with walk in showers for my grandparents so will be brining them here for that. The super king bed was wonderful comfy, soft and we slept like a dream. We didn't use the double bed room but lots of storage. The real winning element of this place is the views. We spent so much time with tea in bed in the morning watching the sun rise with the horses, sheep, cows, birds and pheasants roaming about. Breakfast in the back conservatory or in the back garden made this place a definite one we will come back to. The dog loved it too, very grateful to be able to let her out in the garden and not worry. It's not a 5 star, plush, cottage but it's comfy, clean, well stocked and cracking views. Will be back!

Absolutely loved the property, from the views to how it had everything and more that we needed ,nothing was left out including the eggs and milk left for us plus a few things like salt, vinegar and all the tea and coffee,woukd highly recommend this holiday home.

To be honest I don't want anyone else to know how fantastic this place was.

I think it's the first time we have been on holiday and not have to run out to buy dishcloths, toilet paper, etc, etc and if I did I found out there was an amazing mini mart up the road (the best hummus and tomatos I have tasted in ages). It was so clean. Honestly the superlatives just go on. Big comfortable bed, settee, wifi, bath, heating, towels etc, etc. The only thing I am going to take next time is some chicken wire to fence off the ditch at the bottom of the garden (we have Houdini dogs) So, no please don't go there, leave it for me and mine!!!!!

We return to this property several times a year,it is spotlessly clean and the views are superb, fairbourne is a quiet and relaxing place to have a holiday and the locals are very friendly

The property is lovely and we enjoyed our stay.

The area is very nice and we were surprised with the filming days but it was lovely watching the filming being done.

Hafod-y-Gors has to be one of the nicest places we've stayed.

We felt at home from the moment we stepped through the door (and after a drive that was at times a bit stressful, that was a huge help to us.) It is comfortable, warm, smart, clean and welcoming and if we could have smuggled the bathroom home in the car there's a good chance we would have done. The eggs and milk that were left for us was a lovely touch, too. The dog settled in right away, and to us that's the sign that somewhere feels like home. So, thanks for the opportunity to stay. All being well, this time was the only the first time.

Outstanding views from the property.

Very comfortable and spotless. Ideally placed in the village for facilities and road and rail links.

A very comfortable and clean bungalow.

Lovely garden space to relax in with a great view. All your essentials are provided and in good working order. Thankyou.

Lovely clean house with a great view and good access to beach and village.

New suite was an improvement. Had a great stay. Only suggestion would be a new mattress in the bedroom on the left as the existing one is poor.

Lovely place lovely people can’t wait to go back

Lovely time experienced in comfortable accommodation that suited our needs down to a tee.

Stunning views from the back conservatory with most of our spare time in there. Did not watch TV once as the view looking out of the conservatory was more entertaining. The car was parked up the whole trip and when not walking used the train to go up and down the coast. Will certainly return as I love Fairbourne with its peace and tranquility unlike Barmouth.

The property was absolutely spotlessly clean and very well presented.

The bungalow is very comfortable and well equipped. The views from the bedrooms and the rear conservatory are just stunning no matter what time of the day. Only a short walk to the village shops and pub. Seafront and beach also only a short walk so ideally located.

Brilliant location Bungalow was bright and airy Well stocked with essentials Comfortable and clean

Cleanliness and comfort were faultless.

Kitchen well equipped. Bathroom very new and shower was lush. Views from the rear of the bungalow were fabulous. Handy for lots of walks, close to the beach and near enough to roads to make any car journey easy. One suggestion. Im not good with log ons and passwords. Might be useful to mention bringing passwords for netflix etc to future visitors. Apart from that - perfect

A lovely cosy bungalow which was spotless and so peaceful.

A great base with a short walk to the beach, shops and pub. Had everything we needed for a short stay. The beds were comfortable and the shower red hot. The kitchen was well equipped with milk and eggs on arrival which was a nice touch. We loved it and have booked again for August :) Suggestions: Small chest freezer in the front porch.The little freezer compartment has limited space which could be a problem for longer stays. Addition of an air fryer or slow cooker would be welcomed as the oven took an age to heat up and must cost a fortune to do basic meal.

Very nice stay but dishwasher wasn't plumbed in.

As I've arthritis, a dishwasher is important to me. Also lack of a decent fridge freezer. Kitchen really needs a bit of redesign. Also chairs not particularly comfy... gave me. So maybe a rethink on chairs. More comfy in back conservatory. All in all nevertheless I enjoyed my stay and would return

One of the best views ever!

The bungalow was really clean and the milk and eggs were a perfect touch. (I do think your sofa legs might need looking at though, not sure if they're just wonky or on their way out) It was really nice to have access to the cleaning products so we could keep clean and tidy. Was cosy, comfy beds, comfy sofa and chairs. It has a really welcoming feel...just loved it and we'll definitely return.

Very good value for money property Outstanding view of Barmouth from back of bungalow

Exceptionally clean, fully equipped, set in a quiet road only 10 minutes walk to the beach, friendly neibours, would recommend Hafod Y Gors.

Sykes cottages booking system very straight forward, no problems at all,

Very nice property, comfortable and restful.

There are a few things that need attention, but the owner is aware of these, they are only minor things. We do hope to return in the new year, we will see how things go at home.

Lovely little house by the sea.

Every thing you need in this little cosy house. Enclosed back garden overlooking the mountains was amazing witha morning brew. Eggs and milk on arrival was a nice touch, after a drive you don't have to worry about milk for a nice cup of tea. Will be looking at my calendar to book my next stay.

Lovely peaceful with beautiful scenery.

Well equipped and very clean. Friendly local people.

What an absolute little gem of a property.

We took a last minute break so we got this property for a steal, so I didn’t have high expectations, but I wasn’t really expecting such a well appointed home. When I read the other reviews they said this place has everything you need, they really weren’t lying. There’s coffee and tea and condiments and all the crockery and cutlery and utensils you could ever need (a knife sharpener would be a bonus) so no need to bring anything. There was even foil and cling film and Tupperware to use. They supply you with loo rolls and kitchen towels and tea towels and bath towels, everything you could ever need. There’s blankets to snuggle up on the sofa with and even board games for those rainy nights. I bought an os map with me and decided to leave it there for the next occupiers to use. The place suited mum and I as it had two adult bedrooms (rather than a double and a bunk room) and we were both very comfortable. I read some comments about the bathroom being a little dated, so I was pleasantly surprised to find a brand new refurbished suite! I don’t know how the owners managed to fit everything they did in that small room without it feeling cramped, but they did! The only thing that would have been handy is some hooks on the doors and maybe a suction hook for the shower screen for the hanging of towels. Also, could the owners put a squeegee in the bathroom to use after your shower. We like to use one after every shower to avoid water staining and makes it easier to clean on the last day (we hope we left it as clean as we found it ☺️) A couple of tips: 1. We found the hot water a little tricky to work using the timer, but because the shower is electric, you only need it on for a short while to have enough for the washing up or a bath so it’s better just to turn it on with the switch and off straight after to avoid wasting electricity. 2. Make an effort to go to the little Fairbourne railway on your first day and add the gift aid option when asked, which gives you unlimited travel on it for a year (just go to the booth each time to register your travel and don’t lose your original ticket). We used it four times to either shorten the journey across to Barmouth or to shorten the return. And it was just a pleasant experience to ride it, so why not! We ended up not using our car for the whole week as we could get everywhere we wanted via foot/boat/train (big and small). 3. The shop in the town really has everything and was better stocked than most village stores I’ve been to and the breakfast at the little chippy was just the ticket to set you up for the day. 4. Penrhyn bar and grill is a great little village pub with a real community feel. We went on three occasions and it was always bustling and friendly (we met an amazing and huge dog called idris with the most amazing eyes!) 5. Get a heads up of the tide times and plan your [dog] walks accordingly as there really is no sandy aread for about 1-2 hours before high tide and 1-2 hours after. 6. If you fancy something a bit different or fancy for dinner, try foxglove restaurant in Barmouth. It’s fully vegan (I’m not!) but the food was exquisite. You get a set ‘5 course’ meal prepared by Luke which uses the most fresh and wonderful ingredients. I’ve never seen or tasted anything like it before. It’s all locally sourced (where possible), foraged and organic produce so it’s ethical, which makes you feel a bit smug. It wasn’t the most filling food and it is expensive, but what an experience! And they welcome dogs like family friends so it’s a real must for adventurous animal lovers! We got the train back at 21:46 after a cocktail at a pub called The Tilman which I also highly recommend. Everyone we met was so friendly and everyone loved our two dogs. I would definitely consider coming back here again!

Nice and quiet, own garden and a wonderful view on the back.

The winter garden on the back is particular nice. Kitchen and bath are clean but got old.

We had such a lovely holiday at Hafod-y-Gors.

The weather was the very best ever, and we have been coming to Fairbourne and Barmouth too many years to remember. We loved this compact bungalow. Immaculately clean and well presented. Comfy beds. Lovely big enclosed garden for our Whippet. Yes the bathroom hasnt been refurbished yet, but it is clean and functional, and the shower was fine for me and Ive got long hair which takes a while to wash and rinse. Please owners, if you do reniew the bathroom can you keep the bath please, and just put a shower over? I was cold one evening after swimming and a lovely bath warmed me up! We loved your bungalow so much we have booked it for next summer!! Thanks.

Very comfortable and clean.

Enjoyed our stay. Only downside was the shower was quite poor.

An excellent property extremely clean and fully equipped with everything we could want.

The garden was lovely and very safe for our dogs. The little conservatory at the back was a lovely place to sit and watch the sun set. We were very pleased and enjoyed our stay. Would recommend this property

Fantastic.

beautiful scenery. quiet. Friendly neighbours. Horses in field at back of property, lovely to watch. Everything you need.

First of all thanks to the owner for making the garden secure !

.There is now fencing and a gate at the side which gives peace of mind. The property was comfortable although sofa could do with replacing as it has dropped on the right side. Beds were brilliant !! we both slept well. Neighbours were friendly as were the people in the village and to top that a fantastic beach.

The property was very comfortable (especially the beds!

). The kitchen was very well equipped. Sadly the weather was rubbish but I think that's out of your control.

Perfectly situated with stunning views over mountains and Mawddach Estuary.

Very comfortable and well kitted out holiday let. Owner was incredibly helpful and flexible when I needed to stay on longer. Would definitely recommend!

The back garden needs making secure dogs can easily wonder away Also the front conservatory was leaking.

The bungalow was too small for 4 adults, and not secure for dogs.

The lounge was very small, and furniture not comfortable.Also on an estate of similar properties, picture does not show this. Toilet flush was damaged too. After a week near Bala at Tryweryn cottage we were disappointed. Fairbourne is very sadly run down and neglected. We feel the bungalow is overpriced and will not return to the property or the village.

We had a comfortable, peaceful stay at Hafod y Gors with our two dogs.

The place was spotless. We were even lucky with some good weather for a few days, with lots of great places to see. The views from the bungalow are absolutely stunning. We loved sitting in the rear conservatory, so peaceful. The only thing that would have made our stay excellent and relaxed would have been to have the garden fully enclosed, with a side gate and stock fencing at the bottom of the garden to prevent dogs from going into the ditch. A broom would be good to sweep up grass cuttings in the conservatory. Overall we had a great time and would like to return there soon.

the property was very clean and mostly comfy not too keen on the very hard sofa in the lounge, but the one in the conservatory was excellent and with great views its where we were most of the time when we were in.

The property was has been updated and is in good order the only disappointment was the shower. There was everything required for an excellent week personally I would have preferred a washer rather than a dish washer which we never used. Great to have eggs and milk left for us to use. Great area, the shops are good as is the chip shop and pub, very quiet and everyone was very friendly. Super base for walking or visiting and the backdrop of the mountains was amazing.

It was very clean so no complaints there specially with pets allowed.

The property could do with some updating specially the shower and the boiler . The grass was cut but the clippings were not collected making impossible to use the garden or let the dogs out as they were covered in bits . It is a very natural area with birds and sheep’s frequently visiting the property

As mentioned by other visitors, the garden is not secure and the long grass at the back made picking up after the dog difficult Apart from these minor points we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

The bungalow was very homely and very well equipped.

It was spotlessly clean, small but felt bigger especially with the two conservatories. The large bed was very comfortable and had a view of horses grazing over the estuary. We could hear a pin drop - it’s so peaceful. The ten minute walk to the beach was well worth it, large and virtually empty. There is a shop, chippy and pub within walking distance and friendly neighbours. The walk over to Barmouth and ferry ride back was great. We had a relaxing few days and would return.

The Bungalow was very comfortable and well equipped.

Beautiful views from the rear conservatory. The property is listed as dog friendly but would benefit from the rear side access being secure as it is open at present. This allowed wandering sheep and a dog to use the back garden. All in all a nice property to holiday in and a great location for the area.

This property does what it was supposed to do.

Dogs - adults and children even - can not currently be contained within the garden. I'm sure guests would prefer to know that.

A fabulous bungalow in a great location & fabulous views , with everything you need for a relaxing break.

A great base to explore to coast and countryside. Handy to have local facilities ie shop baker and butchers and of course the chippy only a short walk away. Information re bin day would be useful and what to recycle. Need to ensure Hot tap in bathroom Is turned off. A great break ... Maggie & Len Birmingham

Lovely cosy cottage.

Quiet area. Easy to walk to beach, pub and shop, curry take out and chippy. No washing machine but launderette very near,again walkable. Had a super stay here . looking out at the mountains truly breathtaking!

We have been really blessed in managing to spend a week at Hanford-y-Gors and would happily stayed longer.

The house has just been refurbished so everything is brand new. The two conservatories are a bonus, with amazing views from most windows; including horses, sheep and cattle grazing beyond the garden. The furniture and beds were very comfortable and the house was warm and cosy. The kitchen was well equipped, new and very clean. Our only issue was the hot tap on the bathroom sink, which was difficult to turn off, a very minor point. In terms of future developments, a guide to the property, mentioning key points such as waste collection arrangements, heating controls, local doctors or health centre contact numbers etc would be useful and beneficial to guests. Parking was easy, with plenty of space to park in the bays opposite the property. The local area is stunning, we would recommend this property to anyone who likes walking, as there is an abundance of walking routes either from Fairbourne or a short drive or train ride away. The Talyllyn and Fairbourne railways are both worth a visit. The Penrhyn Grill on Beach Road and the Fish and Chip shop by the railway station both offer great food at a reasonable price. We have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending this property and wish the Owners well in this exciting venture.