Stepping Stones | Llanbedrog | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.3★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

27 Customer Review(s)

Bernadette
September 2023

“I love this cottage, very well equipped, clean, cozy, home from home in a beautiful location.”

Very safe, enclosed garden for the dog. This has been my third stay and will certainly book again :)

Very safe, enclosed garden for the dog. This has been my third stay and will certainly book again :)

- Bernadette, September 2023

Thank you so much Bernadette for your kind comments. So glad you enjoyed your stay at Stepping Stones 1 Kind Regards Joan Property Owner
Elizabeth August 2023

“Great place to stay, lovely location by the beach with lots of great walks.”

It had everything we needed and we had a comfortable stay.

- Elizabeth, August 2023
William July 2023

“An enjoyable stay in this comfortable and well-equipped bungalow, conveniently situated for the beach in a quiet location.”

3 minor points: the garden is dog-secure, but not really for small, adventurous types, who will find a way out! Secondly, a key for the lock on the porch door would be useful and provide a bit more in the way of security. And finally, the full address, should you want to arrange a grocery delivery, is 'no. 1 Stepping Stones...', rather than simply 'Stepping Stones..' Overall, would certainly recommend and would stay again should we return to Llanbedrog.

- William, July 2023
Trevor May 2023

“Good location in the village for quiet, access to the beach & amenities, warm, light & airy accommodation.”

Stepping stones had been superficially cleaned for our visit. There were traces of dried food on a saucer, animal hair, dust & 'bits' on the floors, the RH bottom corner of the French doors to the back garden was filthy. The standard of decorating was very poor, the shower fitting had been crudely carried out, pipework boxing was missing behind the wc pan, the seat in the wc was of a poor quality & too loose to use & most of the walls were marked & door frames chipped to some degree. We have previously booked accommodation in the village through Abersoch Quality Homes, with which we were completely happy. Although we enjoyed our stay this time, it has to be said that on balance our accommodation proved to be adequate rather than pleasurable.

- Trevor, May 2023
Paul March 2023

“Great property very comfortable and clean brilliant enclosed garden,Abersoch ...”

Great property very comfortable and clean brilliant enclosed garden,Abersoch area is considered by many to be among the most beautiful areas in the UK holiday home prices can be astronomical here , Stepping Stones is fantastic value and would highly recommend,many thanks Paul

- Paul, March 2023
Paul November 2022

“Great property close to beach,with easy access to village shop pub and petrol ...”

Great property close to beach,with easy access to village shop pub and petrol station,and being close to main coastal road Abersoch and Pwllheli only minutes away,would highly recommend,many thanks Paul

- Paul, November 2022
Andrew October 2022

“We had initially booked as we needed the 3rd bedroom for our student offspring who decided, the following day, that he wouldn't be joining us.”

All that aside, from the moment we walked through the door it just felt like a home from home. Everything we needed, 2 minutes away from fabulous walks, the beach and the art gallery. We wouldn't hesitate to stay here again with or without an indescisive son. The dog also loved it. A big thank you to our hosts.

- Andrew, October 2022

Thank you so much for your kind comments, so glad you enjoyed your stay at Stepping Stones. As we had very recently refurbished the kitchen, although we had checked everything, your family were the first visitors to (test drive it) so hope everything was ok Regards Joan Willott Property Owner
Martyn October 2022

“This property is set in an ideal quiet location close to Llanbedrog beach.”

Ideal for dog walking and close to the excellent Llanbedrog Beach Bar. The property itself is clean, comfortable beds. The patio with table and chairs is super to enjoy a drink outside. The enclosed garden is perfect for anyone who takes a dog. Wifi now installed, plus TV and DVD player providing for all your entertainment requirements.

- Martyn, October 2022
Gemma August 2022

“Beautiful cottage in a fantastic location.”

Having the beach on our door step was amazing.

- Gemma, August 2022
Julie August 2022

“My children are very tall teenagers so the bunk beds were no good for us really and they had to share a room, which is not ideal.”

The double bed feels quite small, I found it fine but my husband is very tall too so having the wooden footend gave less space. However, the location is wonderful and the cottage is very sweet with a lovely garden, the open plan kitchen/diner/ living is pleasant for family meals etc so overall I would recommend it 100%. We had a great time. Thanks.

- Julie, August 2022
Ina July 2022

“This is our 3rd stay in this lovely cottage .”

Perfect location for exploring the north wales . Having breakfast at beach bar with beautiful views every morning was the bonus. Just 5 minutes walk from the house .

- Ina, July 2022
Susan May 2022

“We had a lovely week in Stepping Stones , ideally located , lovely back garden.”

Close to a beautiful beach.

- Susan, May 2022
Lynne March 2022

“Location of cottage is ideal, but lack of cleanliness and the basic facilities lets this cottage down.”

When we arrived the kitchen, living/dining room were filthy. We had to thoroughly clean and disinfect the kitchen before we could use it, grit all over work tops, sink, floor. Plates had dried in food left on, glasses had lipstick stains - all plates, cutlery had to be washed before we could use them. No Covid cleaning/ protocol undertaken in this cottage. Living room - floor and skirting boards full of hairs and grit, cobwebs all over nest of tables, so again we had to clean there too. Strange smell coming from bathroom, again needed cleaning. Bedrooms surprisingly were ok, considering the rest of the place but we did bring our bedding and towels. Storage heaters not the best, thankfully it wasn’t that cold, no heater in bathroom. No Wi-Fi, which could be a good thing for some people, good phone signal required staying here. I would stay here again if cottage was modernised, needs new kitchen, better heating, Wi-Fi and definitely thoroughly cleaned after each visit.

- Lynne, March 2022
Martyn September 2021

“We would recommend that anyone staying in this cottage or anywhere nearby that the Aqua Beach bar is well worth visiting.”

The quality of food was very good and exceptionally good value. In a location suitable for anyone who enjoys a sea view.

- Martyn, September 2021
Sarah September 2021

“The location of this cottage was fantastic for us.”

Walking distance to a lovely beach, the shop and a pub. Its in a really nice area and the cottage has everything we needed. Would definitely recommend and would stay here again. We travelled with 2 young children and they loved every minute of it.

- Sarah, September 2021
Ceris August 2021

“The pros of stepping stones 1 - location.”

This place is in an amazing spot and could be incredible! 2 - it was available. We couldn’t get anything else near to abersoch and it was cheap! The cons: 1 - the smell. The whole house smelt really bad - mouldy, damp and musty. One bedroom in particular smelt so badly we couldn’t use it during our stay (back bedroom nearest the bathroom) it smelt like something had died in there. As there is no heating in the property apart from storage heaters which don’t appear to work. All the bed linen, towels and soft furnishings smelt really damp and the bathroom towels didn’t dry from day-to-day so we had to go out and buy some as we were only provided one set for the week. The smell in the bedrooms was so bad it was not conducive to a good nights sleep at all. 2 - cleanliness. There were cobwebs in the corners of every room, the floors were filthy and the kitchen cupboards and utensils were all sticky and grubby. The kitchen cupboards smelt so bad we had to keep zoflora soaked kitchen roll in them to enable us to use them without gagging. 3 - upkeep. This has obviously been a well used home but the general state of the furnishings is poor. In particular the bedroom furniture is really shabby and the kitchen cupboards are all falling apart. 4 - connectivity. We knew there was no WiFi and that was fine. However there is also no phone signal so it makes booking any activities, arranging any meet ups with friends or just generally checking opening times or directions etc impossible. To use any mobile device you have to walk up the road - not ideal when trying to book rainy day activities in the pouring rain! Also not great with kids. We would happily pay double/ triple to stay in this place if it was modernised, clean and heated. Such a shame as has so much potential. Our booking experience with Sykes was really good though - just the property that has let this down.

- Ceris, August 2021
John July 2021

“The cottage was in a great location that meant easy access to the beach and many walks.”

Kitchen could do with an upgrade and bathroom had no heating which would be a struggle in the winter. Nice cottage and comfy bed. Secure garden for dog which is great.

- John, July 2021
Ina July 2021

“Location of the house is fantastic with beach , beach Bar , pub & shop all within walking distance.”

Beach dog friendly all year. Highly recommend

- Ina, July 2021
Linda April 2021

“Stepping Stones is a semi detached bungalow the property is easy to find and sits on a quiet, private road.”

Entry is straightforward through keybox system. The property is in an excellent location,the reason we booked it. We could see from the photos it wasn't the most up to date modern property but that was acceptable to us when booked 20 months ago. On gaining entry the property smelt, we had to open all windows and spray deodrant around, it put us off unpacking as we didn't want our clothes to take on the smell. There were quite a few cobwebs around the property too. Covid cleaning? The said smell got worse and we figured it was the drainage as was really rather strong in the bathroom on the first night. We kept the sink and bath plugs in, toilet lids down and doors shut also opening windows when we were in property. The owner did send someone who confirmed a soil pipe was cracked in the single toilet. All plumbers were busy so the issue wasn't rectified that week. A handy man came to put some tape round the toilet soil pipe but it wasn't the one that was causing the issue. Another plumber visited and said it was the bathroom toilet. It baffled me how the cleaner couldn't smell this as it was obvious to us as we entered the property. The hoover also smelt a great deal. On the Wednesday morning the two huge gas bottles ran out which supply the main gas fire,no more could be delivered until Friday.A portable heater was available in the property that was effective though. There are storage heaters too. Poor phone signal made it more difficult to contact the owner. Might be worth the owner investing in wifi as it may limit the market to who will rent the property, families with teenagers etc. As I say lovely location and fairly well equipped property but I feel the owner needs to keep it up to date, maintained and cleaned thoroughly all round. The owner did keep us up to date with the movements of plumbers,handy men and cleaners and we left the key every day for the property to be accessed so the owner could try to get the problems resolved. We were compensated for our inconvenience. Thankfully we were out most of the time as the weather was beautiful.

- Linda, April 2021

Many thanks for your feedback, we did everything we possibly could to rectify the issue you had raised and hope you can appreciate that the cracked pipe was outside our control. We appreciate that you would have preferred to have wifi but as we do not advertise wifi, and so would expect that guests are aware of this property does not offer this when making their booking. Sykes Cottages have also attempted to contact you by phone and email regarding your stay but regrettably have not had a response from you as yet. Property Owner
Sue September 2020

“It was our third visit to Stepping Stones and although we had to take our holiday later in the year than originally planned we had the best time.”

The bungalow is in the perfect place for us and our dog. So near to the beach and beach bar and also the local pub. Plenty of walks and lots of other beaches to visit. We will be going again.

- Sue, September 2020
Annette September 2020

“The location is perfect for accessing great walks along the cliff tops, driving out to other lovely destinations such as Aberdaron and its only a short walk to the nearest pub the Glyn y Weddw where the staff and food are lovely.”

The property catered for our needs with enough space that we weren't falling over each other and a lovely little garden.

- Annette, September 2020
Hazel August 2020

“We chose this cottage because of its fantastic location and We had been looking forward to our holiday for over 12 months.”

Due to Covid -19 we were not able to enter the property until after 5pm. This was to allow for extra cleaning inline with government guidelines. However when we arrived it was obvious that the extra cleaning was just a tick box exercise. The floors weren’t clean and there was bits of food in the kitchen cupboards. The kitchen is antiquated to say the least and has been repaired a few times. The hoover smelt dreadful, it was obvious the bag hadn’t been emptied for a long time. The water from mopping the floors was so dirty, it was depressing. This was our holiday and we felt like our money was taken under false pretences. We came home on the Wednesday since it actually rained in one of the bedrooms! I did speak with the owner via the phone to ask how to work the washing machine. I explained that the property was dirty and she spoke to the cleaner. She offered a £40 refund for the cleaning. I did send her photos of the affected bedroom and she thanked me and said that she could now get that problem sorted. I have never complained about anything like this before, but I feel so strongly about this and really let down.

- Hazel, August 2020
Rachel July 2020

“Fantastic base and chosen so we could walk to the beach.”

Wouldnt hesitate to book again.

- Rachel, July 2020
Sue September 2019

“It’s the second time we have stayed in this cottage.”

It is just perfect as it’s an easy walk to the beach shops and pub. The most important thing is it’s dog friendly. There isn’t any WiFi and other signals are hit and miss but it’s not necessarily a bad thing and it means you have to nip to the pub. The only downside from no WiFi is you cannot easily check on nearby attractions, opening/closing times etc. Will definitely be go back.

- Sue, September 2019
Bernadette August 2019

“Beautiful cottage in beautiful location.”

Very clean too and well equipped - My son was highly amused when he saw I’d taken my own iron and mini-board as well as my vacuum cleaner! Great to permit dogs, after all they deserve a holiday too. I WILL DEFINITELY BE BOOKING WITH YOU AGAIN FOR NEXT YEAR :) Many thanks:)

- Bernadette, August 2019
Sue May 2019

“Excellent location, maybe for the future a dishwasher could be incorporated into the property.”

- Sue, May 2019
Mary April 2019

“A lovely property which was in a perfect setting, close to beach, café, pubs and shops.”

A lovely homely place to stay with all the comforts. Very clean with everything you would need provided. Would stay there again.

- Mary, April 2019

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Summary

Bungalow
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x adult bunks
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Separate WC
Kitchen
Lounge/diner with gas fire
Outdoor patio table and chairs.
Electric central heating with gas fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen inc. in rent
Travel cot & Highchair available on request
Private parking
Lawned garden to the front
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 5 mins walk
Please note : From January 2023, towels will not be included

The property

Stepping Stones is a semi-detached bungalow resting in the village of Llanbedrog in Gwynedd.

Hosting three bedrooms; two doubles, and a bunk room, along with a bathroom and cloakroom, this property can sleep up to six people.

Inside you will also find a kitchen and a lounge/diner with a gas fire.

To the outside, is private parking and a lawned garden to the front of the cottage.

Located in a pleasant setting with plenty to keep you occupied nearby, Stepping Stones is a heart-warming retreat in a delightful part of Wales.

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About the location

LLANBEDROG

Abersoch 3 miles; Pwllheli 4 miles.

The coastal village of Llanbedrog is situated on the Llyn Peninsula and makes a wonderful base for exploring this beautiful part of North Wales. The village offers two pubs, both serving food. There are lots of nearby sandy beaches, remote bays and numerous walks. Sailing, fishing, pony trekking and golf are all available locally, and the Snowdonia National Park is within easy reach. Just a scenic drive away is the picturesque town of Pwllheli, home to a stunning sandy beach and marvellous views, as well as a regular market which has been running since the 14th century and is popular amongst tourists and locals for its eclectic mix of art and craftworks, along with a smaller local produce market on Sundays.

Please note : From January 2023, towels will not be included.

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Reviews & Ratings

“I love this cottage, very well equipped, clean, cozy, home from home in a beautiful location.”

“Great place to stay, lovely location by the beach with lots of great walks.”

“An enjoyable stay in this comfortable and well-equipped bungalow, conveniently situated for the beach in a quiet location.”

“Good location in the village for quiet, access to the beach & amenities, warm, light & airy accommodation.”

“Great property very comfortable and clean brilliant enclosed garden,Abersoch ...”

“Great property close to beach,with easy access to village shop pub and petrol ...”

“We had initially booked as we needed the 3rd bedroom for our student offspring who decided, the following day, that he wouldn't be joining us.”

“This property is set in an ideal quiet location close to Llanbedrog beach.”

“Beautiful cottage in a fantastic location.”

“My children are very tall teenagers so the bunk beds were no good for us really and they had to share a room, which is not ideal.”

“This is our 3rd stay in this lovely cottage .”

“We had a lovely week in Stepping Stones , ideally located , lovely back garden.”

“Location of cottage is ideal, but lack of cleanliness and the basic facilities lets this cottage down.”

“We would recommend that anyone staying in this cottage or anywhere nearby that the Aqua Beach bar is well worth visiting.”

“The location of this cottage was fantastic for us.”

“The pros of stepping stones 1 - location.”

“The cottage was in a great location that meant easy access to the beach and many walks.”

“Location of the house is fantastic with beach , beach Bar , pub & shop all within walking distance.”

“Stepping Stones is a semi detached bungalow the property is easy to find and sits on a quiet, private road.”

“It was our third visit to Stepping Stones and although we had to take our holiday later in the year than originally planned we had the best time.”

“The location is perfect for accessing great walks along the cliff tops, driving out to other lovely destinations such as Aberdaron and its only a short walk to the nearest pub the Glyn y Weddw where the staff and food are lovely.”

“We chose this cottage because of its fantastic location and We had been looking forward to our holiday for over 12 months.”

“Fantastic base and chosen so we could walk to the beach.”

“It’s the second time we have stayed in this cottage.”

“Beautiful cottage in beautiful location.”

“Excellent location, maybe for the future a dishwasher could be incorporated into the property.”

“A lovely property which was in a perfect setting, close to beach, café, pubs and shops.”

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The property

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About the location

LLANBEDROG