Llawenfan

We had a great week at Llawenfan.

We were lucky to have spectacular weather so we could get out and about easily. We loved the location of Llawenfan- great for shops, cafes and restaurants in Criccieth but also very easy to travel around the Llyn peninsula- our first visit here. We gave the cottage 4 stars: the bed is so comfortable and the large shower room is lovely too. There is plenty of storage space in the bedroom and bathroom. We appreciated the good range of kitchen equipment and even made use of the washing machine! The parking permit was a useful bonus as well. 4 stars but not 5 as there are a few little cleaning and maintenance issues- the towel rail falls off, you can’t open the back door properly because of the blind, the additional kitchen shelf doesn’t come down easily, there is dust on the hanging kitchen equipment and round the large lampshades and the downstairs smelt strongly of dog on our arrival. These are minor points and would not stop us from recommending Llawenfan to others.

We have stayed at Llawenfan Criccieth at least once a year for the last six years.

Criccieth village has all you need from independent pubs, butcher, bakers and cafes, Beach and Castle. Plenty of walking from your doorstep. The property has all you need and is ideally situated for the village with free parking off site but no more than two minutes walk(make sure you read the instructions about parking in the long stay parking.) We will be returning next year if spared but please rethink the low lampshade that did so much damage to my head every time I stood up (I'm only five foot ten not a giant)

The cottage was beautiful, and I absolutely loved it there.

What I didn't like however, was the fact there was scaffolding up the side of the house and the workmen would turn up every day and start drilling at 9am. I wasn't told this before my visit and it felt like I had to go out during the day to get away from the noise, even if I didn't want to. I feel I should receive some money back for this, as it had a strong impact on the quality (quietness) of my stay.

I'm sorry but from start to finish we had a poor experience.

The problems started at unloading the car. We had to park on the opposite side of the busy main road and had to park halfway down the road to unload which was very inconvenient trying to get luggage etc across a busy main road a major way from the property. Once inside the property it wasn't the cleanest and there were a number of cobwebs and dirty spots. The sofa and chair were extremely uncomfortable. Although the property is advertised as pet friendly it is not as there is no outside space. I didn't appreciate putting 2 dogs on leads first thing in the morning and walking up a busy high street in my pjs so the dogs could relieve themselves

My wife and I really enjoyed our stay at this property in Criccieth.

Being on the high street had its advantages and disadvantages. Road noise in the morning could be loud so we ended up leaving the double glazing windows closed at the front. The pub over the road was only distracting on 2 nights. Inside the house the bedroom and bathroom were excellent and downstairs was well laid out an spacious. Nice to have a downstairs loo. Kitchen very good for a weeks stay. Our only gripe was that the TV is mounted too high so that watching a film for instance can be very uncomfortable on the neck. We would be very happy to stay here again.

Pros: The property was absolutely delightful.

Light, airy and comfortable. Although it is on the main road, the property is well insulated and there is very little road noise. The upstairs felt like a boutique hotel, while downstairs was comfortable, practical, beautifully decorated and had most of what we needed for a self catering stay. Proximity to town and beach was just as described. The high street had an array of food shops and boutique type shops. Lots of options for eating to suit all budgets - we recommend Dylan's on the beach for something special. Easy access via bus or train to Porthmadog for bigger shops and more typical seaside holiday town. A really great cottage and location. Cons: The parking permit was not there when we arrived. With no option but to pay for parking this cost us an additional £50 on our stay which we weren't expecting. This is not the fault of the host as it is up to the previous guests to return the permit when they leave, but it was a pain none the less as options for free parking are very limited in the summer season. A clothes airer for towels would be a handy addition.

We had a lovely holiday, cottage was just as we expected in a perfect location, we would definately book again.

Thank you.

Fantastic little cottage ideally placed to explore North Wales.

Convenient parking located two minutes away, however you are able to drop off your belongings by parking directly opposite. Yes there is an issue with the oven settings as mentioned in previous reviews, but this is easily rectified by using the user manual. Be sure to bring your own staples as there is no welcome pack, however this was never expected! The cottage beat my expectations and I would quite happily stay again if in the area.

We have just returned from our first stay at Llawenfan.

The accommodation suited our needs, as we self catering there was a good sized fridge freezer, washing machine and dryer, plenty of cutlery, plates and pans. Although the symbols on the controls on the oven were worn off we managed to follow instruction manual to use. As previous reviews it is a busy main road but we did not have issues with unloading and the parking permit was appreciated and car park nearby. The cottage is only a short walk to local beach and main food shopping can be found in Porthmadog. We would book this cottage again.

You failed to uphold my complaint despite the validity of it.

The response from the owner was worrying as she was unaware that a description I used about the outside seating area was hers. Apparently her husband met us and we failed to mention our complaint. Totally untrue. They would have investigated if aware despite a lady on reviews highlighting the sane complaints in September and patently have not rectified it My major problem is the parking.In your response denying my request for reimbursement you suggest that I should have left the engine running whilst we unloaded and that you wouldn’t expect Parking agents ( what about Police) to mind . Condoning and encouraging law breaking is something your Lawyers might be unhappy with. I am in the process of filling in forms with Barclaycard . I intend to take this matter as far as I’m able. Needless to say I’m disappointed with how you have dealt with my complaint and will be in touch with Trust Pilot and other interested parties in due course. Richard Crompton

We have just returned from a week at Llawenfan cottage.

The listing was fairly accurate and I am aware everyone's tastes differ. However,we found the cottage wasn't really comfortable for us. I will cover the good points first. The bathroom is nice and large and modern. Plenty of room to put your toiletries. The shower is a large walk in waterfall which is lovely. The bed was large and comfortable. T.V has a good selection of channels and options. The kitchen pans are of exceptional quality. Unfortunately the cottage smells strongly of dog, downstairs when you walk in. The sofa isn't very comfortable, and the velux windows in the kitchen are filthy. There was very little provided upon arrival. Hardly any hand wash left, no welcome pack, two small toilet rolls, no toiletries whatsoever, towels are small and thin. Only two dishwasher tabs for a week's stay. A blanket would be nice for using in colder months when sat downstairs. The pillows are very lumpy. The bathroom window does not open. Property is right opposite the pub on the main road and is very noisy, especially at the weekend. Cottage is also very dark. Parking was fine however, if a little inconvenient for unloading and loading the car. I will be paying more next time for a better equipped stay.

Great little property in the heart of Criccieth with everything you need.

The council will not collect the rubbish.

We spoke to the refuse men and they say the collection is a commercial one, but when they came they also refused to take the recycling bin, so it's still not emptied and is completely full. The oven controls have disappeared so it's impossible to work out what setting you need and what temperature the oven is at. Other people have said this too but it hasn't been fixed.

This is our third stay at this property this year for a short break.

Its a great little place, clean and tidy, has everything you need for a comfortable stay, and well placed for local shops and the beach. you dont have to go more than a few steps to take advantage of the wonderful views too. Couldnt ask for better in the area we love so much. Elaine and Bill

Beautiful place, well kept.

Not the cleanest, in terms of dust & cobwebs but that didn't make our stay any less enjoyable. Great location! Already planning our next trip in the Autumn

Great little property in a quaint little town , people are very friendly and welcoming .

Plenty of place to go visit in and around the area or short drives to various other places ! Only problem we had was the weather wasn’t good so we cut holiday short and left a day early (rained a lot ) shame as we loved it

Beautiful comfortable cottage , had everything we needed for our stay.

Lovely and clean , parking permit and added bonus. Perfect to explore Snowdonia would highly recommend.

A lovely little cottage!

It was just perfect for me and my Jack Russell dog. The bed was so comfortable, the bathroom is big and spacious with a huge walk-in shower area and the kitchen has everything you need. The property’s located on the main street through Criccieth but the effective double glazing keeps any traffic noise to a minimum (in fact I hardly noticed any at all). There are double yellow lines immediately outside the cottage BUT you can park on the opposite side of the road for loading and unloading your stuff for up to an hour Mon-Sat between 9am and 5pm (and for as long as you want outside of those hours). The parking pass which is provided for the town’s main car park is so handy, and the car park is literally just 4 minutes walk away through a cut-through alleyway. As someone who likes the freedom of self-catering but without the catering, well it’s just perfect! Just 20 yards to the left is Spice Bank Indian restaurant which does takeaways, Allports fish and chip shop is opposite as is the China Palace takeaway, and the Prince of Wales pub is just a bit further down the road - it’s very dog friendly and I ate here two different nights and I can say that the food is EXCELLENT! And if the urge for a quick pint grabs you at any time, the Bryn Hir Arms is right opposite - this pub is also dog friendly, there’s a large outdoor seating area for in the good weather like which I enjoyed on my stay but it doesn’t serve food. For a single traveller or a couple this property is just perfect if you’re looking for a base from which to explore the beautiful Llŷn Peninsula but with full facilities (shops, eating places etc) right on hand. I would definitely stay here again the next time I visit the area.

We really enjoyed our stay, its our second visit.

its a lovely little cottage, decorated well, with the bonus of having all the cleaning essentials you could need, a real plus. Maybe the Kitchen velux windows could do with a little clean but otherwise it was another perfect stay, centrally located and very cosy.

Wonderful property, and beautiful idyllic village.

Cosey for 2, excellent facilities, fantastic shower, and brilliant fireplace. All amenities are within a stones throw. Providing there's space, we'll more than likely be back the same take next year. Highly recommended.

Very cosy cottage in a great location for exploring Snowdonia and the coast around Criccieth.

Also handy for local pubs and restaurants. The bed was very comfortable and the shower was great. We loved the hot water tap for making drinks!

This is a lovely cottage.

It had everything we needed and was clean and well maintained. i would recommend it. my only nitpick for the cottage is there was only one cushion on the sofa. we fought over it at night! Finally, we got a parking ticket on the basis of it not being properly displayed when it clearly was. left me feeling they target people with these passes assuming theyre holiday makers. we didnt want to use it after that. however the cottage was wonderful and we would come again.

Thanks for a great stay in your very nice cottage.

Very clean and bigger than expected.Excellent shower,comfy bed and liked the hot tap.The parking permit is a massive bonus aswell.

Lovely cottage very near to all facilities, pub, takeaway.

Restaurants. Only one suggestion fit hand rail in great walk in shower.

Very very welcoming, warm well appointed cottage.

Only downside is the lack of parking next to the cottage for unloading/loading but nothing you can do about that. However free parking is only a short walk away. Very lovely would definitely recommend and return.

Absolutely lovely little property.

Lovely big room, kitchen, table and chairs and nice spacious bedroom with large en suite. All white goods supplied, cutlery, plates ...literally had everything that we needed, and the town has takeaways, local stores, butchers and everything else within a 2 minute walk, and a pub literally across the road. Beach is a 5 minute walk away, and a lovely little castle 5 minutes from that. Other big supermarkets within a 10-15 min drive. Cannot recommend highly enough, and we've already spoken about coming back next year :)

This is a cosy little cottage with everything in it for a comfortable stay.

We will definitely book again. Thank you

What a little cracker of a holiday cottage.

You don't feel like it's a one bedroom cottage, it's more like a tardis. Slept well on the comfy bed, loved the shower. The kitchen is well appointed and the hot tap may is something I thought I didn't need but now I want one. Clean and bright and perfect to explore Cricceth and the surrounds. Well worth a visit.

Beautiful cosy cottage in the heart of Criccieth.

The cottage had everything that we needed and is beautifully finished. All amenities are within walking distance from the cottage and beaches are a short walk. Pretty grassed areas just around the corner from the cottage to walk the dogs as there is no garden. The only thing I would suggest is maybe taking your own bath sheets as the towels provided are very small and I like to wrap myself up in my towel when I get out of the shower. Also the provision of a retractable stairgate would help with keeping dogs downstairs. Thoroughly enjoyed our break and will definitely stay at the cottage again. I could quite easily live in it.

Excellent stay in a beautiful cottage located in the centre of the town.

Shops, pubs and restaurants all around, and the cottage is in a prime position to explore the Llyn Peninsula and surrounding Snowdonia areas. The cottage itself was very cosy and had everything you need for a self catering break. Parking is not available outside the cottage, however a permit is provided for local parking, and there is often additional availability on the high street and side roads. The food was very good everywhere we ate, and the local people were very pleasant and helpful.

We had a perfect long weekend here and would highly recommend.

Had everything we needed for a comfortable get away (a home from home). Great location right in the centre of everything. Whilst parking was offsite it was close enough and to be honest we didn't need to use the car for the duration of our stay. Highly recommend.

Excellent stay cottage beautiful and very cosy Would gladly book again

The place grew on us and yes I see why others mentioned cosy.

The place is very well situated and car parking was ok. We enjoyed our stay despite the rain beating a very loud drumming on the glass skylight in the kitchen this happened only when it rained due to the broken gutter pipe above the kitchen, All normal facilities are provided and it was an enjoyable stay.

We loved the interior design of the cottage.

Cosy and comfortable with easy access to the town.

This was our second visit to Llawenfan and it was as comfortable and clean as we remembered.

Will definitely be booking again

Loovely cottage in a loovely little village by the sea with pubs and restaurants close by, cottage was great,clean and well equipped, i would definitely return and recomend.

We absolutely loved the property.

A location as central as is possible, literally opposite a pub, log burner, a surprisingly spacious bathroom, and very comfortable, everything we could have asked for. There was one slight drawback that the upstairs bedroom reply suffered from the traffic noise from the road outside, which did impact even heavy sleepers. I believe the window is double glazed but if more could be done to reduce that noise that would make it perfect!

Lovely cottage, very comfortable bed, loved the log burner.

Plenty of choice for food places we enjoyed the Prince of Wales home cooking after a long walk.

Overall, great.

Upstairs especially nice and great bed and shower. Kitchen and bathroom floors could have been cleaner. Sofa and lounge smell a bit of dog - maybe to be expected as dogs mentioned in listing, but might be fixable. Could leave out a few dishwasher tabs for visitors Providing logs for first night would be nice too.

Lovely little cottage in a lovely little village.

The cottage is comfortable and well equipped and I really liked the decor. We couldn't get the oven to work which is a bit of a nightmare when on a self catering holiday, but that's down to the complicated instructions and us clearly not grasping them opposed to the oven not actually working (I pessume?) Book restaurants in advance, we didn't as we didn't appreciate how busy they would be at the end of October, which was a bit of a nightmare considering we couldn't get the oven to work! I would definitely recommend this lovely little cottage though, it's situated perfectly for various areas of North Wales being within a 45 minute to 1 hour drive away.

Lovely cottage and location.

very well appointed cottage, no problems.

Really nice property which has everything you need for a comfortable stay.

The location is in a lovely area. There was an issue with the parking pass that was provided but the owners sorted this immediately . A property we are likely to stay at again and will recommend to family and friends.

Beautiful cottage in a really good location.

Clean, well equipped and comfortable. Parking was the only issue, though this is a minor niggle. The parking pass was missing however the car park wasn’t very close so it didn’t bother us. We could always find a space just around the corner. Highly recommended, Criccieth is beautiful and a good location for exploring

Fabulous cottage and would recommend it to others.

Very comfortable and all amenities were well thought out. Thankyou

The cottage had so many cobwebs and spiders when you opened the doors you broke the web !

I do not know when it was lasted cleaned but they did not do a very good job. The bed was so hard we had to go out and buy a mattress topper just to get some sleep. The TV in the front room is nearly on the ceiling so you have to try and lay on the sofa to watch it. Over all not a good stay and would not return to this cottage which is a shame because the rest of the cottage was lovely.

Lovely cottage, really handy for beach, shops and parking.

Had everything that is needed for a comfortable stay

we had a lovely holiday, place very clean and tidy,comfortable bed , home from home accommodation, the only thing that did not work was the kettle but it would not stop us from choosing the property again should we find time to revisit criccieth again.

mr&mrs burgoyne from shopshire.

If you have a dog you need to be aware that the property has no area that you can let them out to.

Nearest grass area is around the corner and uphill.