Bryn Gwynedd

We have stayed at Bryn Gwynedd twice now and have enjoyed a great stay both times.

The size and layout of the accommodation is superb, the open plan kitchen and diner with the doors opening onto the front garden is a real plus. The size of the garden is fabulous, particularly at the front where the views are beautiful and a real sun spot, as well as being secure which, having a dog, was ideal. I do agree with some other guest comments about the back garden, which does need some tlc and a working washing line would be an advantage. A house with parking so close to the town centre is also a huge plus and one of the main reasons we have returned to the property. It is also very peaceful and quiet. Yes the bathroom is small and maybe a sliding door might ease access in and out but it wasn’t a deal breaker for us. There are a couple of areas of upkeep that need addressing which are perhaps no more than you might expect with a rental property. Some of the wall paper has started to come away in the main bedroom and the shower needs a good clean and resealing. The property had been redecorated since our last visit and there was new garden furniture. The beds are also very comfortable. The owner was also very response when we didn’t get the check in details through. We had a wonderful week and look forward to a return visit next year.

We stayed same time last year and enjoyed our stay once again.

The location is great for us in Conwy. The accommodation is also good plus with being dog friendly is definitely a bonus so thankyou! We noticed the towels and bathmats had seen better days (lots of bleach marks) and perhaps some more mugs would be useful as there was only 3 but otherwise plenty of everything else was provided. The garden area has such potential but it was November so it didn't worry us too much as we didn't sit outside amidst storm Claudia! Hope these comments are useful and hope we're allowed to stay again in the future!!

Bryn Gwynedd was a great place to stay for location.

Situated just outside the castle walls with only a few minutes walk into the town. It was a good size with 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms & 3 toilets. The kitchen/dining area & lounge were lovely & homely. However, there were a few niggles that disappointed us during our stay. Usually rental kitchens in my experience are left with a few essentials to see you through the first day or 2. However, there was only washing up liquid there which previous guests had obviously left. There wasn’t even a bin bag in the kitchen bin! Also there was no welcome gift with the usual milk tea bags butter etc which I thought was pretty standard these days. The downstairs bathroom would benefit from a mirror & hooks on the door & a waste paper bin in the bedroom would be useful. It was also impossible to keep the floor dry whilst showering in the downstairs bathroom as the shower screen was not long enough to stop the water from spraying out. Also I feel that the changeover cleaning had been a bit rushed. Our quilt cover hadn’t even been fastened up which literally took me 30 seconds to do! Outside, the garden was fine but needed a good tidy up. Thankfully we didn’t want to use it at the time of year we were there. I don’t want to come across as too negative because the there were positives too as I mentioned earlier, but I feel if these few things were addressed, the property would be much more inviting & comfortable & it could be a 5 star rating as opposed to a 3 star!

Really nice house and a great location to Conwy.

Loved the log burner on the front room and that we could take Marley with us our dog. The house could do with some TLC it is in need of a repaint in the kitchen and dining room. The carpet gripper in the front bedroom needs seeing to a sticking up. Garden and drive did not reflect the pictures on the website. I had to park my car on the road as the drive is so tight. Also couldn’t use the front door to exit the property and the kitchen door to the downstairs shower room needs attention as it sticks. Liked the dining room where we could sit and eat breakfast and look out at the view from the bi fold doors.

Lovely property very close to the town with all of its amenities.

3 good sized double bedrooms and a lovely comfortable lounge. Large, fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Plenty of parking although can be tricky reversing into the main road. Highly recommended

Fantastic house and location.

Great outdoor space at the front (we didn’t use the back). Good kitchen and dining area too. Toilet upstairs is tiny and difficult to get into (maybe change door to open outwards). Toilet seat in larger bathroom downstairs needs fixing. And suggest a mirror in there. Beds really comfortable. Owner easy to contact with the few small queries we raised. Lots of food delivery places nearby (we had tandoori junction and it was delicious). Lots to see very close to the house. Some people might struggle with the steep drive. Overall we loved it, thank you.

It is a big house in a good location.

However various maintenance issues need to be dealt with. As previously mentioned in other reviews the toilet seat downstairs was still loose. The garden furniture at the rear of the property is dangerous and needs repairing/replacing. It would have been helpful to have had a welcome pack booklet/folder with local information/recycling/wifi codes as with previous Sykes accommodation. It was very helpful to have access to the garage to store our bicycles.

Perfect location and well equipped home, comfortable and clean.

Our only request for a next visit would be a small amount of cleaning equipment left for use, counter cleaner, toilet cleaner, a couple of washing machine tabs, and sun loungers, we had a glorious week but didn’t have garden furniture for relaxing in the sun.

Overall property is OK, but for the price there was a few issues.

One toilet seat very loose. Not enough glasses( only 2 tumbles) Broken tin opener Outside the lawns needed mowing and some of garden furniture was in need of repair.

Our second day at Bryn Gwynedd saw near gale force winds and heavy rain all day, so the big smart TVs in the dining area and living room were a real boon.

With only occasional minor adjustments to the thermostat, the house stayed toasty warm in a chilly February too. Another boon was being only a short walk from the centre of Conwy with its shops, restaurants and picturesque waterfront. My partner found negotiating the car up and down the steep driveway at the house a bit of a challenge but managed OK with a bit of arm-waving from me. All in all, we very much enjoyed our stay.

Well positioned , nicely furnished and cleaned to a high standard , only minor niggle, no instruction book which most rentals have , this has been mentioned in previous reviews , the recycling boxes were all absolutely rammed full on arrival but no where did it list when we needed to wheel them down to the road, so they stayed full all week , but otherwise we enjoyed our stay and would return again

We had a lovely holiday in Bryn Gwynedd.

Having lived in Conwy before I knew the location was just perfect for a stroll into Conwy town or a walk up Conwy mountain. With the location being perfect for us, the fact that the house was spot on, really made our time away memorable and truly enjoyable. Thankyou so much for allowing our dogs to stay in such luxury too! We'd love to revisit in the future.

Had a very good stay in Conwy .

Bad points garden could do with tidy up 1st floor shower room black mould outside of shower cubicle on floor and pink mould over a large surface of tile grout inside cubicle Bath room window handle hanging off and window frame very dirty because you can not shut it!

We had a great week in Conwy.

Bryn Gwynedd is a fabulous house in a great location just 5 minutes walk to Conwy. Having off road parking for both cars was great too. Would definitely recommend this property.

The kitchen facilities were excellent.

Plenty of room in the oven and fridge and there were enough pans and utensils. The lounge was comfortable for 6 people as was the dining table although it was a bit wobbly. Instructions for things like the tvs would have been useful and saved us having to contact the owner. The location was good although we hadn’t realised it was such a steep hill. With one infirm elderly person in our party we had to drive down into the town. Not the owner’s fault, more our lack of research. The downstairs shower drenched the floor and could probably do with a curtain at the end. The upstairs toilet was very tight, you have to squeeze around the door to get in/out. If the door opened out it would be easier to use. These were minor annoyances though. The beds were comfy, there was plenty of space and it was very tastefully furnished. The owner responded quickly to any queries and was really easy and friendly to deal with.

Beautifully furnished and decorated property with everything you could need for a relaxing and enjoyable holiday.

Immaculately clean and everything provided for a self catering stay. The lovely front garden provided a sunny place to sit and enjoy breakfast , there is also a nice enclosed rear garden though we tended to sit at the front more. The 3 double bedrooms were spacious and beds were very comfortable. Short and pleasant walk into the town centre with plenty of eateries, shops , harbour and castle. Would recommend Edwards Deli / Butcher in the town centre for fresh sandwiches, pies and other delicious food. For eating out we enjoyed The Mulberry at Conwy Marina, lovely food and nice outside seating area, dog friendly too. Good transport links to Llandudno, Anglesey and Snowdonia. The only negative would be the upstairs toilet/ shower room which was quite difficult to get in and out of due to the compact space available to open and close the door and think some people may struggle with this. In its defence there are 2 more toilets downstairs and another shower, not quite as convenient though in the night. Overall I would definitely recommend this excellent holiday home for its comfort, location and facilities and would certainly book again if returning to the area. Our thanks to the owner for a lovely holiday !

Bryn Gwynedd is a lovely property and is perfectly located, only a 5 minutes walk into the centre of Conwy and has the added bonus of plenty of parking space on the driveway.

The property is well equipped with everything you will need for a relaxing break. We had a fantastic, peaceful holiday here and loved sitting out on the front patio taking in the views. It's an ideal base for exploring North Wales. Highly recommended.

Very comfortable place to stay and in a excellent location.

We enjoyed our stay but were very disappointed with some elements.

There were two broken toilet seats, which I’m sure had been reported by other guests. The shower downstairs flooded the first time I had a shower. I didn’t notice to begin with which meant the water ran under the door. I took out the plug, which was quite stuck and didn’t come out easily. It did drain eventually. I had to dry the floors with towels. I suffer from arthritis and the bending didn’t help my back, apart from spoiling the experience. The shower upstairs was dirty and unfit for use. The shower room is very small and is difficult to get in and out of. Both TVs in the bedrooms were broken neither had remote controls, disappointing obviously. The outside areas and the gardens were in need of a good clean. Gardens overgrown and full of weeds, a shame as they could have been lovely to relax in and enjoy. The garden furniture, again was dirty and unfit for use. Two things really upset us. When we arrived and were looking around, carrying in our luggage the owner was in the room. This is unacceptable, he should have waited until we were organised and then knocked on the door and explained what he was doing. He said he was mending a lamp, but he didn’t therefore we only had one small lamp in the lounge which was dark without the ceiling light on. He could have brought another lamp the next door. One morning I was on my own in the property, there was a knock on the door. I was reluctant to answer the door, but the knocking persisted so I walked around the back. A man, claiming to be a gardener, said that the owner had sent him to look round the garden with a view to doing some work. This was not an appropriate time for him to come, obviously not the gardener’s fault. Some pots and pans were dirty, a small thing but unacceptable when the holiday maker is sent two messages as to how to leave the property, pots clean etc! The property looks very welcoming and is well equipped. Beds were comfortable with lovely linen on. There were plenty of towels. One aspect worried me, there are no blinds or curtains in the kitchen, which is very overlooked and in the dining room. Had I been on my own I would have been reluctant to go in these areas after dark.

Such a fantastic place to have whilst staying in Conwy.

There was 5 of us in total along with a one year old and dog and the house made it so easy to wind down, relax and enjoy the time together. The whole place was very clean and tidy, all the appliances were high spec and the bedrooms were a great size with comfy beds. The bifold doors which open out from the kitchen onto the patio made it perfect to enjoy nice weather and socialise together. Having a secure garden at the back as well as the front was extremely convenient for the dog and the same can be said for a driveway that fits up to three cars on. Would 100% stay here again

The v steep drive way could be mentioned in the details.

Quite awkward with a large vehicle.The bathrooms have already been mentioned by previous guests, we found the bath rather difficult to manage was a case of style over substance. The beds were very comfortable as was the lounge furniture. Could have done with instructions re the TV.

Very good location.

The house was warm, clean and well presented. As mentioned in previous reviews the upstairs toilet needs to have the door opening outwards. One of the trip switches tripped and as there is no information pack at the house, the fuse box wasn’t located. The owner is making ongoing improvements.

Great location and the property was clean and well presented.

I do sympathise with previous comments on size of upstairs toilet/shower. Not ideal if you need to get up in the night !!! A door opening out would be a vast improvement. During our stay neither of the heated towel rails worked upstairs and the fan in the downstairs shower room wouldn’t switch off. There were a lot of statement pieces of lighting and furnishings but the lighting was too harsh in the lounge of an evening. Could definitely do with some lamps to soften the lighting. We use the kitchen a lot when we are away and found it a little light on utensils etc. It needs a vegetable strainer, some bowls to use in the microwave, some oven dishes and a broom/dustpan and brush. I also thought it was unusual not to have a ‘information’ file with instructions etc. I have been self catering for well over 20 years and this is the first property not to have one.

Lovely house but not impressed with the toilets.

Both are very small and not easy to get in and out of .The shower room and toilet is very small if you are on the large side you wouldn't be able to get in and out of the shower room .no toilet in the upstairs bathroom were the bath is .Downstairs toilet is also very small fitted under the stairs .The utility room isn't finished it would be much better if a decent shower room and toilet are fitted here and the under stairs toilet turned into the utility room with stacking washer dryer .Also one of the bedrooms has a very small double bed .its a tight squeeze to get passed the bottom of the bed because the dressing table almost touches the bottom of the bed. so you can't use the bottom drawers won't open bed in the way .All the rest of the house is lovely and well done .would we stay here again probably not because of the toilets. Its a shame because its so close to walk into shops pubs and restaurants of conway.

This property is absolutely fab had all we needed for a comfy stay on a very quiet road with views will defo be returning

Loved the property, was super clean and comfortable.

Had all the equipment that was needed for the perfect stay. Simon was really helpful and we would love to return to Conwy at some point.

The holiday home had been completed to a very high standard.

The kitchen had everything necessary & the lounge furniture was exceptionally comfortable. All the bedrooms were very a generous size and again comfortable. The only difficulty I found was the shower was a very tight space. I have had major abdominal surgery and no longer have the same flexibility. It would have been much easier if the door opened outwards onto the landing.

Lovely place to stay not good for disabled as steep drive in and could do with a sliding door on shower room .

Close to all amenities and beautiful views fabulous decor

My sister and I had a lovely week at Bryn Gwynedd.

The house was very comfortable. Especially the beds. Bed linen and furnishings of high standard. Well equipped kitchen. One of the best we've stayed at. One thing that was missing from the inside of the house was a bin. Reading previous reviews, lack of a bin seem to be a common theme. It certainly didnt spoil our stay but would have helped.Overall our experience was very good. A beautiful house close to the town. Thank you Simon. Penny Gorman and Jan Ryder.

The house itself is lovely and the sofas,bedding, cutlery etc were were stylish, it’s probably getting to the end of season so don’t want to be to critical but it needs just tidying up a bit, we missed having a bin in the kitchen or bathroom.

there were a few cobwebs about and spiders, maybe the cleaner needs more time but overall we loved the house and location, didn’t sit outside much but the garden furniture needs replacing or fixing and garden tidying up before summer but with its location and overall comfort and space it was great value for money and I’d recommend it

Found the cottage well worth staying at, well placed to get around the area one or two small things that would make it better most places we have stayed at try to provide informaion on places to go but found very little to help it was ok for us I know wales very well , Found bin very hade to keep up with as not used to it and takes a little time to carry out other wise had a good time and would come back again.

The property was amazing in every way.

There was nothing that they didn't cater for. The level of detail on everything was to a very high standard. Perfect property and a perfect location.