Minafon | Llangollen | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.6★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

39 Customer Review(s)

Brenda
December 2024

“Lovely cottage only problem was 2 toilets were blocked and a bit of a smell”

- Brenda, December 2024
Michelle October 2024

“We stayed in this property from Monday-Friday.”

The accommodation is in a great location with scenic views and a short distance to the local town and supermarket. The property was well equipped, clean and comfortable, however there are some areas in which improvements could be made. * the element of the grill is not working * unpleasant damp odour in the downstairs bathroom * drainage issues, resulting in the shower tray not draining quickly enough * Handles on sauce pans need fixing (no screwdriver available to do this) * more games would have been welcome, 3 board games available, however “operation” did not work as had no batteries, “frustration” game broken, “pictionary” parts missing. * slats on the bottom bunk kept slipping out. * parking was tricky, our party had 2 cars and there are limited parking spaces (2x per property) a van parked in one of our spaces throughout the duration of the stay. * could not locate a mop bucket, or a floor mat for the shower overflow. Despite the above recommendations of areas to be addressed, we had a lovely comfortable stay and would recommend this property and return to this property for future breaks in this area. Thankyou

- Michelle, October 2024
Fiona August 2024

“All good, we enjoyed our stay - thank you”

- Fiona, August 2024
Mary June 2024

“Lovely cottage in great location - 5 mins from Llangollen high street/town centre.”

Has everything you need in well equipped kitchen with tea/coffee/biscuits and hand wash/dishwasher tab/and basic condiments. Recycling bins outside too. TV has good variety of channels. Bedrooms and furnishings decorated to high standard and extremely comfortable. Bathrooms and showers and en-suite fab. Only gripe would be none of the fans/extractors seemed to work in bathrooms - which would be easy to fix. Beware of the well marked drop/step in hallway. Want to stress what a lovely, hospitable place it was and we had a very comfortable short stay there. They have obviously spent a lot of money on high quality decor/furnishings. Highly recommend. Was only 10 minute walk to music event by the river. Be sure to visit the Corn Mill pub/restaurant which has a great menu and you can watch the canoeists take on the rapids! Slept very well - hard to get our 18 and 20 year olds up as bedrooms so comfy. Very close to Aldi and home bargains for quick shop. Parking to side of the cottage is good. Key instructions easy to follow for check in/check out. Thanks for a great relaxing stay!

- Mary, June 2024
Russell May 2024

“One or two little issues but nothing to spoil the holiday, would definitely go back again”

- Russell, May 2024
Amy May 2024

“Really lovely cottage with excellent facilities.”

Had a lovely long weekend and the location was great as our 4 teenagers were able to go over to the park and down to the river to entertain themselves, with a short pleasant walk into the town. The Wi-Fi was not working when we arrived, red light on the router box and asking for admin approval when we tried to connect. With no phone signal in the cottage it did mean that to look for places to go we had to go and sit in the car or to the park for data. This of course was a huge inconvenience to the teenagers who had to accept that their “snap scores” were ruined or get fresh air at the park to access their data, and a minor one for us parents, who spent our evenings conversing, playing cards and generally “torturing” the kids with games and family time. We had a lovely time, and whilst some guests might feel the Wi-Fi needs fixing, actually I’m not sure it does.

- Amy, May 2024

Hi, glad you had a nice stay at the cottages and apologies for the Wifi not working. It is working fine now, however if you stay again and want the quiet time you can always hide the code from the teenagers :) Thanks Property Owner
Sharon July 2023

“Lovely large cottage, well equipped, comfy beds with lovely quilts and bedding.”

Good location. Only issue was it is on a main road which we were aware of but having children with us we found the door locking system unsafe as it was just a catch to turn at an accessible height for little hands. Could be easily rectified with a high up bolt or a key lock. Stairs could do with a lick of paint but overall we loved it.

- Sharon, July 2023
Suzanne July 2023

“On entering the property I was initially concerned as the carpet was dirty, as was the paintwork,but the rest of the property is fine.”

The entrance really does let the property down. The cottage was well equipped for pleasant stay and was a good size for 5 of us. The property is literally on a very busy main road so great care was needed when entering or leaving due to having dogs with us,I dont think I would stay here with small children. The stairs are quiet steep and would not suit anybody with mobility problems . The property is centrally located,ashort walk into town,supermarket and parks,reaĺly no need to move the car if only staying local. We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay and would stay again if holidaying in this area .

- Suzanne, July 2023

Hi, apologies regarding the carpets we do have them professionally cleaned twice a year along with touching up the paint etc., it is quite tricky to do in July and August as we are usually booked back to back but they are hoovered thoroughly throughout each changeover. It is often a thing in Welsh villages where the houses are build close the road so yes we do advice that guests are careful. Really glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
John June 2023

“We had a lovely time.”

Only one negative. The temperature of shower in shower room was not adjustable. This is probably easily fixed. Just thought you should know.

- John, June 2023

Hi, glad you enjoyed your stay, following your stay we have changed the shower mixer as although it could be changed but was a bit tricky so the new one is much easier. Thanks Property Owner
Mark June 2023

“The property Minafon at Llangollen met our needs perfectly.”

Llangollen town centre is only a few minutes stroll and has an array of shops, pubs, cafes, and restaurants. The surrounding area is beautiful and is great for outdoor activities. Minafon is situated on a busy main road, which wasn’t an issue for us but may be for families with children. Generally the house was clean however the stair carpet and maybe lounge furniture could do with a clean. A lick of paint here and there especially on the stair walls is needed. The facilities in the house were great even though we didn’t use them all. There is parking at the side of the property and access to Minafon on our arrival was easy. Overall Minafon is great value and I would definitely use it again.

- Mark, June 2023
Nicholas June 2023

“Great location, fabulous facilities and very clean.”

It is right on a busy road so good to be aware of this and the parking is next door but involves reversing in on a busy corner. However, this did not affect the enjoyment of our holiday

- Nicholas, June 2023
Richard January 2023

“Lovely cottage.”

Everything you need and very clean plus everything on your doorstep. Park and shops over the road and only a two minute walk to the village centre.

- Richard, January 2023
Angie September 2022

“Lovely property with bonus parking and close to town and supermarket.”

Unfortunately we had problem with handover as it was obvious there had been a problem with the previous tenants. The cleaners had left washing in the machine, dish washer running and a mop and bucket of dirty water in the kitchen. The oven was also very dirty. We were unable to get into the downstairs bathroom as the lock was stuck, luckily our friends had a small tool box in the car and we were able to take door handles off the door and gain access but it did mean we couldn’t shut the door. We did speak to the owners who were very helpful and apologetic. The main knob on the fire in the lounge had also been broken off so this was unusable too. Apart from this we loved the cottage.

- Angie, September 2022
Lewis August 2022

“The general facilities and location of the property were ideal.”

However, we were extremely dissatisfied with the overall cleanliness of the property. The photographs were misleading, and upon our arrival, we found underwear under beds/behind bedside table, carpet stains, chewing gum on the toilet roll holder and hair balls.

- Lewis, August 2022

We thank you for your feedback, although sadly neither ourselves or Sykes were contacted at any time during your stay, so we were unaware of any issues or concerns you had. Had we known we would have attended the property with our cleaning contractor to address matters. Following each turnover our cleaners go through each room in detail and provide us with a timestamped video of the clean they have just carried out. Having reviewed the footage prior to your visit it would seem that is was cleaned to a high standard in line, with our previous reviews. We are naturally disappointed to learn that you didn’t enjoy your stay, and we have asked Sykes to contact you to discuss the matter further. Property Owner
Nichola July 2022

“An ideal location for visiting Llangollen and for the Eisteddfod.”

Although on a main road I chose the property for proximity to the Eisteddfod. The cottage is clean and tidy and despite some previous reviews suggesting the beds were uncomfortable we all found them very comfortable. The hallway/stairwell walls and carpets could benefit from stain removal as this is a high traffic area and some guests clearly don’t remove their shoes upon entry.

- Nichola, July 2022
Doug May 2022

“The property was a good size and very comfortable.”

Only a small hiccup was the bathroom being next to the lounge.

- Doug, May 2022
Sue April 2022

“Just spent a week at this lovely cottage.”

only niggle was the matress's my single bed was soft and it felt like sleeping on something wobbly....my sister said the same about the double...but hey after a few bevvies it was no problem....hope to stay there again....

- Sue, April 2022
Imogen March 2022

“This cottage and it's neighbouring terrace boast the most idyllic setting and views one could hope for, right on the river with hill panorama.”

Everything you need is within walking distance including cafés, restaurants and supermarket with small businesses to explore too. The accommodation is of a high standard and generous size but there is no garden. No problems for us though as we visited off season. Traffic noise is noticeable however and I would have been much more concerned about this had we visited in the summer with windows open. There were a few scruffy bits here and there. Toilet roll holders falling off the wall, a cracked bath and loose radiator casing. Cleanliness was mostly consistent except for a load of dirty water left in the bath. Oh, and do go prepared to visit Aldi when you arrive because toilet paper and dishwasher tablet will not see you through the first night. Overall a lovely base to explore north Wales from.

- Imogen, March 2022
Heidi November 2021

“Minafon was very impressive.”

Clean tidy and well equipped. Double bed extremely comfy. Location is brilliant. We missed our TV in bedroom but this isn't a must for most. The only minor concern...... . Shower too hot in upstairs walk in. Didn't know how to turn it down. Other than that shall definitely stay again. Thankyou so much for a pleasant comfy stay.

- Heidi, November 2021
Dawn October 2021

“Great cottage , fantastic location no garden but beautiful park straight across the road”

- Dawn, October 2021
Elizabeth September 2021

“We had a very enjoyable stay at Minafon, comfortable accomodation, great facilities and good parking.”

Location was wonderful just a quick 10 minute walk into town. We will definitely stay again.

- Elizabeth, September 2021
James September 2021

“Clean, well maintained property.”

Surprisingly quiet environment given the location. Would certainly consider staying here again.

- James, September 2021
Paul August 2021

“Great location”

- Paul, August 2021
Dave July 2021

“The cottage location is superb.”

It's a 2 minute walk to the river and a 5 minute stroll to the bridge in the middle of town. There is dedicated parking next to the cottage. The main road is quite busy with slow moving traffic but we couldn't hear it from inside the cottage. There are 3 bathrooms and lots of beds. My personal preference would be for a firmer mattress but I slept fine. The downstairs rooms are fairly small, it's an old building, but we all had enough space. The kitchen is well equipped and has a dishwasher and washing machine. We had contact with owners a couple of times and they are nice people. The price for our stay was really reasonable.We had a great holiday in Minafon in Llangollen and I recommend it for families.

- Dave, July 2021
Amy June 2021

“We enjoyed it that much we've already booked again”

- Amy, June 2021
Robert May 2021

“We had a fantastic family stay.”

Shops, children's play area and even the river for a bare foot paddle all minutes from the property. The owner is very friendly and helpful when needed.

- Robert, May 2021
Duncan September 2020

“Enjoyed the holiday a lot .”

i will definately look again next year.

- Duncan, September 2020
Tania September 2020

“Lovely walk along the river to town centre.”

Very family and dog friendly. Beautiful countryside.

- Tania, September 2020
Sam August 2020

“Lovely place and we would stay again”

- Sam, August 2020
Cheryl August 2020

“We felt that the description of the traffic noise as being "minimal" was somewhat misleading as the cottage was less than a metre from the A5 and, it being summer, we felt the need to keep the windows open.”

However the proximity of the cottage to the town centre via a Riverside walk was a real advantage for our family. We felt that the provision of 4 dishwasher tablets for our use was insufficient for a weeks stay in a cottage that accommodates up to 6 people. 7 tablets would be a more appropriate number. We enjoyed our stay very much and would be very happy to stay in the cottage again. Thank you

- Cheryl, August 2020
Daniel August 2020

“+ We really enjoyed our week at Minafon and would stay again.”

Great location with 3 bathrooms, spacious living areas and good sized bedrooms. Llangollen was beautiful and there are plenty of things to do to pass the time. - Check in time was changed only 2 days before arrival to an hour later which altered our plans last minute. There were at least 5 spiders in every room upon arrival which was more frustrating when the cleaning checklist in the kitchen had a tick next to the cleaning of high up areas. Communal outside bin was full upon arrival on Saturday and replaced on Thursday. Was full again when we deparred- it may be worth investing in a second communal bin. I would recommend and definitley stay again.

- Daniel, August 2020
Rachel August 2020

“Lovely little house, perfect location & the owner was always on hand to help if any issues.”

He went above and beyond to help us. Perfect family holiday. Have already recommended it to friends

- Rachel, August 2020
Aimee February 2020

“Brilliant location plenty of space for a family we had a wonderful Time”

- Aimee, February 2020
Charlotte October 2019

“Excellent location and lovely accommodation.”

Family of 2 adults 4 teenagers and a dog. Walking distance to all amenities even Aldi! Llangollen is a lovey place highly recommended.

- Charlotte, October 2019
Christina September 2019

“The cottage was beautifully presented, with good quality furnishings throughout.”

Great views of the river, short walk into town. Perfect base for restaurants shops and bars.We had a wonderful time at the cottage with our family of six adults and two babies , Would definitely recommend it ,and will be returning next year .

- Christina, September 2019
Steve August 2019

“First the good points; nicely situated near park, nicely decorated, has parking (though could do with some tarmac putting down), and freesat available was handy.”

Now the bad points; not clean! Upstairs had obviously not been hoovered (and no hoover provided), though bedding was clean. Downstairs was the worst. We had to sweep the floor 5 minutes after arrival, leaving it in one corner of the room as no dustpan provided, crisps from previous occupants still on floor and just under settee, dirty hand towel in bathroom, long hair in freezer drawer, dirty cuttlery, thick dust on skirting boards - it was quite gross. However, bathrooms were nice and clean, which was surprising due to the state of the rest of it. Seemed like the cleaner had given up after changing the beds and cleaning the bathrooms! Would have been perfect if only it had been completely clean.

- Steve, August 2019

Thank you very much for your feedback. We are sorry for the issues you experienced, please be assured this is not the normal expectation we have for our guests as previous feedback shows. Be assured all issues will be addressed and resolved and hope we will welcome you again. Many thanks Property Owner
Barbara August 2019

“The outside particularly the back entrance and car parking space was very mucky as we had a lot of rain and using mainly the back door to access the cottage due to it being on a main road we were treading dirt in most of the time.”

The accommodation itself was excellent.

- Barbara, August 2019
Gary March 2019

“Lovely place”

- Gary, March 2019
Tracy December 2018

“Beautifully decorated cottage in a perfect location for all amenities.”

It was a last minute booking and Sykes couldn’t have been more helpful! Highly recommend.

- Tracy, December 2018

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin, 1 x bunk room with en-suite basin and WC
First floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen. Sitting room
Dining room.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine/tumble dryer, dishwasher
TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel Cot, Highchair & Stairgate available upon request
Off-road parking
One well-behaved pet welcome, second on request
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 2 mins walk
Note: Several steps inside the cottage between rooms, may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
Note: Some road noise may be heard however this is generally minimal
Note: Entrance door opens up onto a small walkway by the road
Note: Care is required when entering or exiting the property as they are situated on a road there could be passing traffic
Note: This property does not allow cats.

The property

Minafon, welsh for by the river, is the first cottage in the row which has been converted into a holiday retreat in Llangollen, a town appreciated for its World Heritage status, canal, and idyllic countryside.

Positioned on a roadside setting, Minafon invites you inside to a small hallway, with a contemporary kitchen located to one side of the stairway, and a large dining room and separate beautiful lounge.

Down-lighters oversee the layout, and a wall-mounted TV, creating a lovely place to gather together when the day's events are over.

Discover a bathroom located on the ground floor with a shower above, as well l as a lovely walk-in shower room located upstairs and the bunk bed room which has its own WC and sink.

Three bedrooms are presented in a variety of styles, with somewhere for the whole family to relax, drawing in views towards the sunny park and flowing river.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 982607, and 982608, together they can sleep up to sixteen people.

Waterloo House

A group of three pleasant cottages sitting in a row located in Llangollen, taking a roadside position. Lovely views lean out towards the park and river nearby with Castell Dina Bran in the distance, a backdrop that can be admired from the comfort of your very own holiday home. Each retreat includes a well-equipped, modernised kitchen and a collection of appliances, so you can prepare those delicious meals at ease morning through to evening. The family bathrooms and shower rooms have been styled in a contemporary overtone, wrapped in a grey finish to compliment the cottages neutral theme. The sitting rooms are comfortable and inviting, your little haven to enjoy some quiet time after a sightseeing adventure. Whether you are coming together as a family, accompanying friends, or planning a romantic getaway, the interior provides somewhere for everyone to relax in style, with a choice of bedrooms available from master suites to twin set-ups, even ground floor sleeping arrangements for convenience or preference. Llangollen is a haven for shoppers looking for interesting and unusual gifts. There are a series of interesting walks in the town; the canal from the town to the Chain Bridge Hotel and Horseshoe Falls as an example. Another walk is Bishops Walk from the Bridge End Hotel side of the river bridge along the riverside past the old mill sluice gates and leet and the remains of the weir, then past views of St. Collens church over the river, and on to the Sarah Ponsonby Inn. A favourite walk is the town side of the bridge stroll along Dee Lane and Victoria Promenade to Riverside Walk. This passes by gardens with scenery of the steam trains, ducks, tennis courts, bowling green and children's play area. The National Trust properties of Chirk Castle and Erddig are within easy driving distance and the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, the highest in the world which is a World Heritage site and boasts breath taking views is just 5 miles away, while a day-long car trail can take you to visit six of the 'Seven Wonders of Wales'. Three lovely cottages to base your stay.

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About the location

LLANGOLLEN

Ruthin 15 miles; Chester 25 miles.

The beautiful Vale of Llangollen, with its dramatic mountain backdrop and boulder-strewn River Dee is the setting for this pretty tourist town, internationally famous for its Musical Eisteddfod. Explore the green valley by steam train or canal boat, or take an exhilarating walk up to Castell Dinas Brân, high above the town, in order to enjoy the breathtaking view. Llangollen offers a good range of pubs and restaurants, as well as many interesting shops. Keep entertained with an exhilarating trip whitewater rafting down the River Dee, followed by an adventurous Mountain Bike ride in Llandegla, or for a more leisurely experience, unwind with a relaxing afternoon in one of the local spas! The National Trust properties of Chirk Castle and Erddig are within easy driving distance, while a day-long car trail can take you to visit six of the ‘Seven Wonders of Wales’. Offa’s Dyke Path passes nearby and boasts pleasant walking along the crest of the Clwyd hills, plus the famous Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, a World Heritage Site, is 5 miles away, and Snowdonia is less than an hour’s drive.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely cottage only problem was 2 toilets were blocked and a bit of a smell”

“We stayed in this property from Monday-Friday.”

“All good, we enjoyed our stay - thank you”

“Lovely cottage in great location - 5 mins from Llangollen high street/town centre.”

“One or two little issues but nothing to spoil the holiday, would definitely go back again”

“Really lovely cottage with excellent facilities.”

“Lovely large cottage, well equipped, comfy beds with lovely quilts and bedding.”

“On entering the property I was initially concerned as the carpet was dirty, as was the paintwork,but the rest of the property is fine.”

“We had a lovely time.”

“The property Minafon at Llangollen met our needs perfectly.”

“Great location, fabulous facilities and very clean.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“Lovely property with bonus parking and close to town and supermarket.”

“The general facilities and location of the property were ideal.”

“An ideal location for visiting Llangollen and for the Eisteddfod.”

“The property was a good size and very comfortable.”

“Just spent a week at this lovely cottage.”

“This cottage and it's neighbouring terrace boast the most idyllic setting and views one could hope for, right on the river with hill panorama.”

“Minafon was very impressive.”

“Great cottage , fantastic location no garden but beautiful park straight across the road”

“We had a very enjoyable stay at Minafon, comfortable accomodation, great facilities and good parking.”

“Clean, well maintained property.”

“Great location”

“The cottage location is superb.”

“We enjoyed it that much we've already booked again”

“We had a fantastic family stay.”

“Enjoyed the holiday a lot .”

“Lovely walk along the river to town centre.”

“Lovely place and we would stay again”

“We felt that the description of the traffic noise as being "minimal" was somewhat misleading as the cottage was less than a metre from the A5 and, it being summer, we felt the need to keep the windows open.”

“+ We really enjoyed our week at Minafon and would stay again.”

“Lovely little house, perfect location & the owner was always on hand to help if any issues.”

“Brilliant location plenty of space for a family we had a wonderful Time”

“Excellent location and lovely accommodation.”

“The cottage was beautifully presented, with good quality furnishings throughout.”

“First the good points; nicely situated near park, nicely decorated, has parking (though could do with some tarmac putting down), and freesat available was handy.”

“The outside particularly the back entrance and car parking space was very mucky as we had a lot of rain and using mainly the back door to access the cottage due to it being on a main road we were treading dirt in most of the time.”