Captain's Rest | Criccieth | Criccieth Castle | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.9★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

40 Customer Review(s)

Nikki Estelle
July 2024

“Absolutely LOVED staying at Captain’s Rest.”

We had an amazing week. The house is beautiful, decorated as an ‘ode to a beach house’ without it being over the top. The house is clean and airy and spacious. The top lounge was our favourite room, we watched glassy seas, choppy seas, sunsets as well as the puffing pig porpoises from that amazing window. To be able to step out of the front door and simply cross the road to the beach is the stuff holidays are made of. Fish and chips and ice cream two minutes away, Dylan’s restaurant a 10 ...

We had an amazing week. The house is beautiful, decorated as an ‘ode to a beach house’ without it being over the top. The house is clean and airy and spacious. The top lounge was our favourite room, we watched glassy seas, choppy seas, sunsets as well as the puffing pig porpoises from that amazing window. To be able to step out of the front door and simply cross the road to the beach is the stuff holidays are made of. Fish and chips and ice cream two minutes away, Dylan’s restaurant a 10 minute walk as well as pitch and putt and the high street also 10 mins away. The only downside was that we couldn’t get the Wii to work, which our two girls were disappointed about as they don’t have one at home! Other than that, we had such a great week and would definitely go back.

- Nikki Estelle, July 2024
Kevin June 2024

“5th visit to this lovely house in a lovely location It is beautifully furnished ...”

5th visit to this lovely house in a lovely location It is beautifully furnished and cared for and always spotlessly clean We have seen upgrades and improvements over the years we have visited which all add to the enjoyment New kitchen with bigger fridge is a real bonus Have already booked for 2025

- Kevin, June 2024

Thank you for the lovely feedback. We have more improvements planned for later this year! Look forward to welcoming you back in 2025! Lucy Property Owner
Robert May 2024

“We loved Captains Rest, we visit Criccieth often, but its the first time we have stayed here.”

Very comfortable well equipped property with stunning views especially from the 3rd floor lounge, views absolute stunning and so very calming. The House was like "Home from Home" as everything you needed was there. We did not want to leave it was so relaxing. Lots of things to do in Criccieth including the Castle which is right on the doorstep. We also visited Harlech and Caernarfon too. We even managed to sit on the beach a few times we found the property very convenient with the beach just across the road. The coastal path is a really nice walk too. We even did the train ride this time from Porthmadoc to Beddgelert, such stunning scenery. Lots of nice eateries in the area including Dylans and Caerwylan and The Fish n Chip shop on the High Street was really good! Hope to visit this property again in the future if they can fit us in!

- Robert, May 2024

Thank you for the lovely feedback. Property Owner
Michael May 2024

“Our 2nd stay here !”

A superior and most relaxing place to stay !

- Michael, May 2024

Thank you for the lovely feedback. Property Owner
Joseph March 2024

“Absolutely beautiful, stunning view.”

Everything you could need in the property. Lovely and clean, towels and bed linen included. Have stayed in lots of properties around Wales and this has been the best so far. Even better that we could bring our beloved dog. Spent most of our time in the lovely roof room. Heaven.

- Joseph, March 2024

Thank you for the lovely feedback. Glad you enjoyed it. Property Owner
Linda October 2023

“House is beautiful and location is excellent.”

Views from front of house are stunning and being able to hear the sea is so relaxing. Top lounge was our favourite place to relax even having to climb steep stairs to get there.

- Linda, October 2023
Ruth September 2023

“Lovely clean property, with fabulous view from the top lounge.”

Decorated tastefully and certainly gives the wow factor. Only negative is that it isn't really suitable for elderly guests as the stairs are quite steep, especially the set up to the top lounge and bedroom. My 80 year old Dad only went up there once and as he felt unsafe, it limited our use of the lounge and the fabulous views. Everything else was fabulous

- Ruth, September 2023
Stella April 2023

“Wonderful house and very near to all amenities.”

Great views, couldnt be better. Only small problem were the towels, I would recommend to take ones own.

- Stella, April 2023
Alison March 2023

“We have stayed in captains rest 3 times now and we still love it .”

The house is beautiful , comfortable , lovely location with spectacular views . I love that you can hear the sea to go to sleep . The house is beautifully decorated , well equipped with everything you need . I’m sure we will be back again . Thankyou , Alison .

- Alison, March 2023

Thank you for the lovely feedback. Property Owner
Margaret October 2022

“This is our 2nd time of staying in this lovely house, views can’t be beaten!”

My only grievance is, it seems ridiculous not to be able to gain access until 6pm and leave by 9am, I know everyone blames covid, but beds are already stripped and no one can take 9 hours to clean.

- Margaret, October 2022
Luan June 2022

“Our second time staying here, the only place I've ever really relaxed.”

That beautiful view and gorgeous interior can't be beaten. Love the new kitchen! Might be our last time as next year we would need a charging point for an electric car

- Luan, June 2022
Jean June 2022

“We had the most enjoyable stay at Captain's Rest.”

The facilities and comfort in the house are excellent, so much so I'm about to book again for next year. The only draw back for some visitors would be the stairs to the top lounge, not a problem for me but perhaps for others. This is one of the best holiday homes we've stayed in.

- Jean, June 2022
Tom June 2022

“Stunning position spotlessly clean a perfect place for our first family holiday ...”

Stunning position spotlessly clean a perfect place for our first family holiday with our Two grandchildren Much prefer the Friday to Friday booking Would seriously look at booking again A big thank you to the owners for allowing other family’s to enjoy the property Many thanks Tom, Jan, Clare, Andrew, Tash & The 2 Boys Luca & baby Noah Harding

- Tom, June 2022
Alison May 2022

“The property was fabulous, and as described.”

Well equipped, clean and very comfortable. Check in was easy - the keys were in a key safe. The only negative was the check in and out times - we weren't allowed in until 6pm on the Friday, and had to be out by 9.30am on the Monday. As it was we had a very long journey each way so didn't affect us too much, but would have been frustrating (and we wouldn't have booked the property) if we'd had less of a journey to make. But otherwise, a wonderful break.

- Alison, May 2022
Alison April 2022

“Thank you so much for sharing your gorgeous house .”

Beautifully decorated , comfy beds , comfy sofas , real home from home with everything we could possibly need . The views From the house are fantastic especially from the top floor . I loved going to sleep and waking up to the sound of the sea . Also the house is in a perfect spot for exploring Snowdonia and the lyn peninsula. I really didn’t want to leave to come home . We will definitely be back . Thankyou .

- Alison, April 2022
Rosina March 2022

“Super holiday house everything you ever need ideally placed for seeing that Part of Wales.”

- Rosina, March 2022
Lisa October 2021

“An absolutely amazing holiday house.”

Exceptionally well maintained with every kitchen item / utensil you could need. Extra thought put into this house to make it so lovely for a holiday stay….. blankets, soft towels, fantastic quality pillows. The only criticism we could have was the WIFI. It was poor and sometimes unavailable.

- Lisa, October 2021
Christina October 2021

“A home from home with a view to die for!”

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- Christina, October 2021
Kevin October 2021

“This is our third visit to Captains Rest and we have already booked for next year.”

Recommendation enough. Couple of very, very minor niggles ( leaky kettle) but we know the house well and love it particularly the location but mostly because the unbroken sea views

- Kevin, October 2021
Marie September 2021

“The location and premises was super.”

However great disappointment regarding arrival time being from 18.00 hrs, and will not accept the covid reason what so ever, shame on you. Also to request the clients to stripped the beds upon leaving, yet again Sykes stating due to covid reason, shame on you

- Marie, September 2021
Lynn September 2021

“Beautiful house, lots of thoughtful touches.”

Everything you need for your holiday is there, including iron, hairdryer, garden chairs and much more. The views are amazing. Will definitely be back.

- Lynn, September 2021
David August 2021

“Lovely property.”

Ideal for a family, and a great setting. Emma, the local contact, was extremely helpful.

- David, August 2021
Susan June 2021

“Everything was fine.”

Very clean.Comfy beds.Could do with some guidance on TV.Perhaps a TV where you can record. Great views from windows.Our second visit .Hope to return.

- Susan, June 2021
Adrian June 2021

“This was our second visit to the house and it was just as good, things had been updated even from 18 months ago.”

Perfectly positioned in a lovely town, great views, very clean, furnished in a pretty high spec way, all making an excellent stay. Thank you.

- Adrian, June 2021
Claire May 2021

“House was immaculate and very clean.”

Amazing views. We would definitely stay again.

- Claire, May 2021
Sue May 2021

“We loved the Captain's Rest.”

It's a beautiful home with everything provided that you need while away from your own home. The one draw back I could see would be the lack of outdoor space in the summer months. You can walk across the road to the beach but the beach right in front of the house isn't dog friendly so you'd have to walk a little way down the street to get to the dog friendly beach. It would have been nice to be able to sit outside at the house or on a balcony but alas there wasn't either space. All in all, we absolutely loved the space though and walking up and down three flights to stairs many times a day kept us fit. The views from all the sea-facing windows are amazing but particularly the third floor massive window looking down at the sea and beach. Great for people watching in the evening!

- Sue, May 2021
Kevin October 2020

“This is the second year we visited Captains Rest , it says enough that we have ...”

This is the second year we visited Captains Rest , it says enough that we have already re- booked for 2021 Excellent accomodation

- Kevin, October 2020
Ann October 2019

“The captains rest was beautiful ‘ it was every we needed”

- Ann, October 2019
Kevin October 2019

““So nice we booked it twice “ we have already booked it for next year.”

The house is lovely was nicely decorated and spotlessly clean. The furnishings are high and and looked brand new Spacious yet homely on three levels it is a really calm house in a location just below the castle. However by far the best feature is the view. The house fronts the sea separated only by a road and stands high above a pebble beach. The house’s main bedroom overlooks this but on the third floor is a further sitting area with a panoramic picture window overlooking the same south facing view. Wonderful, even during the wind and rain you can spend hours just watching the sea crash ashore We liked it a lot Worth noting that there are quite a few stairs in the house and those to the top floor are quite steep but that is a tiny quibble

- Kevin, October 2019
Samantha July 2019

“We really enjoyed our stay at Captain’s Rest.”

We were a family of 6, four adults and two children and we was very comfortable. The house was lovely and clean and very spacious. The furnishings and decor was lovely. Despite being the summer holidays we were able to park two cars outside with no issues. The kitchen was well equipped and clean and we cooked there most nights. We also enjoyed a BBQ on the beach. The only small downside was the WIFI only worked if you sat at the dining table, there was a signal booster extension which we connected to, but although the signal was good from it, we were not able to use the internet from it. Overall we had an amazing time, and I have recommended already to family and friends. We definitely want to come back again! The weather was good, it was easy to access north Wales and there was plenty to do in Criccieth. We even saw dolphins right outside the house. Couldn’t believe how close to the shore they came

- Samantha, July 2019
Daniell June 2019

“A beautiful property, extremely comfortable and very well equipped.”

Fabulous views over Criccieth beach and castle. Great location for all amenities.

- Daniell, June 2019
Kim May 2019

“We booked the whole house but not all the beds were made, the kitchen and utensils were not clean.”

There was no welcome pack and no toilet paper at all. White hand towels were all stained. The ground floor has a strong smell of damp, the lady next door confirmed that hers was as bad but there is no mention of this is the particulars. Despite several phone calls and requests that someone from Menai or Sykes view the property, whether we were in or out, no one did except to leave a cake on the doorstep. We were offered a maximum refund of £55 which was grudgingly accepted, After years of self catering abroad and at home this is the first time we have had to complain.

- Kim, May 2019

Thank you for your review we appreciate your feedback and take all comments very seriously. I am sorry you did not feel Menai Holidays did enough to help you. Sadly our offer to send the housekeeper back was declined. We inspect all of our cottages to ensure they meet our standards. Property Owner
Christine Brown Nov 2018

“Well appointed property, modern,comfortable with excellent facilities, in superb location.”

Pity you can't pre-book the weather!

- Christine Brown, Nov 2018
Glyn Pryce Aug 2018

“Everything WAS CLEAN AND TIDY.”

nO cAMERA TAKEN , FORGOT !!!

- Glyn Pryce, Aug 2018
Susan Williams Jul 2018

“A very comfortable cottage.”

Clean,spacious and well equipped.Comfy beds and great showers.Views from the cottage wonderful.A great base for discovering the Lyn peninsula.

- Susan Williams, Jul 2018
Nov 2017

“Beautiful cottage.”

Fantastic location and views.

- , Nov 2017
Alison Evans Oct 2017

“Superb coastal house with a homely feel.”

We stayed at the end of the holiday season by which time the house looked a little jaded with walls scuffed and in need of a lick of paint and freshen up. A lot of cobwebs around light fittings & dirty bedroom doors. Not the standard of cleanliness I have come to expect from 'Menai' from several other bookings. Absolutely no other complaints as the house is in a fabulous location stocked with all a family needs for a great holiday.

- Alison Evans, Oct 2017
Oct 2017

“Loved the house and location, very high standard.”

- , Oct 2017
Celia Harvey Oct 2017

“The house was absolutely beautiful and we would love to go again.”

Good location

- Celia Harvey, Oct 2017
Jul 2016

“The location of the property, Captain's Rest, was amazing with wonderful views from the 2nd floor large picture window, as well as being very close to all the amenities and attractions in Criccieth.”

- , Jul 2016

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x twin, 2 x doubles
1 x bathroom with large walk in shower, loo, wash hand basin, underfloor heating
1 x bathroom with shower, loo and wash hand basin
First sitting room with sea views, gas log burner effect stove, TV
Second sitting room with sea views
Kitchen and dining room with Rangemaster cooker, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, fridge freezer, dining area.
Sea views, gas log burner effect stove, TV
Rangemaster cooker, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, fridge freezer
Wifi
1 dog welcome
Nintendo Wii with games
High chair, travel cot, 2 stairgates
Amenities and the beach in easy walking distance
Note: there are no bathrooms on the ground floor or the second floor
Note: small courtyard at the back and a small area to sit and enjoy the sun at the front to enjoy sea views

The property

Captain's Rest is a wonderful, tastefully decorated seaside holiday house, ideal for families who want to be as close to the beach as possible!

Situated over three floors, this sea front house is spacious & comfortable with the most fabulous sea views from both sitting rooms.

You can step straight out from the front door, across the promenade and onto the beach overlooked by the magnificent castle.

"This fabulous house on the seafront in Criccieth is spacious, stylish and we think has the wow factor!

Just a short stroll to the shops, restaurants, cafes, beach and castle - the perfect location for a great family holiday!" There are some lovely restaurants in Criccieth, try the Tir A Mor, or newly opened and much revered Dylans - be sure to book well in advance!

Cadwaladers ice cream and the best fish n chip shop on the Llyn Peninsula are less than a two minute walk away - well worth a visit!

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

CRICCIETH

Porthmadog 5 miles; Portmeirion 8 miles; Abersoch 15 miles.

Often described as the 'Pearl of Wales on the shores of Snowdonia’, this delightful seaside town is situated just 5 miles from Porthmadog. The town’s 13th century castle perches majestically on a rocky outcrop, dominating the skyline and offering superb views of Tremadog Bay and the Snowdonia mountains. Watersports enthusiasts will be delighted by the two beaches, whilst walkers and bikers are spoilt for choice by the proximity of the beautiful Snowdonia National Park. Stroll along the beaches, watch porpoises playing in the surf, or relax in the various pubs, restaurants and tea rooms, sampling the famous Cadwalader’s ice cream. Further afield, attractions such as Portmeirion’s wonderful Italianate gardens, the Ffestiniog railway in Porthmadog, Harlech Castle, Caernarfon Castle and the beautiful beaches and renowned golf courses of the Llyn Peninsula are all within an easy drive.

Note: As of 2025 towels will not be provided
Note: small courtyard at the back and a small area to sit and enjoy the sun at the front
Note: There are no bathrooms on the ground floor or the second floor.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Absolutely LOVED staying at Captain’s Rest.”

“5th visit to this lovely house in a lovely location It is beautifully furnished ...”

“We loved Captains Rest, we visit Criccieth often, but its the first time we have stayed here.”

“Our 2nd stay here !”

“Absolutely beautiful, stunning view.”

“House is beautiful and location is excellent.”

“Lovely clean property, with fabulous view from the top lounge.”

“Wonderful house and very near to all amenities.”

“We have stayed in captains rest 3 times now and we still love it .”

“This is our 2nd time of staying in this lovely house, views can’t be beaten!”

“Our second time staying here, the only place I've ever really relaxed.”

“We had the most enjoyable stay at Captain's Rest.”

“Stunning position spotlessly clean a perfect place for our first family holiday ...”

“The property was fabulous, and as described.”

“Thank you so much for sharing your gorgeous house .”

“Super holiday house everything you ever need ideally placed for seeing that Part of Wales.”

“An absolutely amazing holiday house.”

“A home from home with a view to die for!”

“This is our third visit to Captains Rest and we have already booked for next year.”

“The location and premises was super.”

“Beautiful house, lots of thoughtful touches.”

“Lovely property.”

“Everything was fine.”

“This was our second visit to the house and it was just as good, things had been updated even from 18 months ago.”

“House was immaculate and very clean.”

“We loved the Captain's Rest.”

“This is the second year we visited Captains Rest , it says enough that we have ...”

“The captains rest was beautiful ‘ it was every we needed”

““So nice we booked it twice “ we have already booked it for next year.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at Captain’s Rest.”

“A beautiful property, extremely comfortable and very well equipped.”

“We booked the whole house but not all the beds were made, the kitchen and utensils were not clean.”

“Well appointed property, modern,comfortable with excellent facilities, in superb location.”

“Everything WAS CLEAN AND TIDY.”

“A very comfortable cottage.”

“Beautiful cottage.”

“Superb coastal house with a homely feel.”

“Loved the house and location, very high standard.”

“The house was absolutely beautiful and we would love to go again.”

“The location of the property, Captain's Rest, was amazing with wonderful views from the 2nd floor large picture window, as well as being very close to all the amenities and attractions in Criccieth.”

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CRICCIETH