Gwelfor

The cottage looked very good in the pictures online, but was a bit dated, not very clean, towels smelt damp, main bathroom had mould in corner of ceiling and dead flies in the light fitting and overall a bit disappointing.

Lack of towels and winter bedding still being used. It was in a very good area though and easy to get around.

Great location, in a quiet place but not far from shops and places to eat.

Only 5 minutes walk to the beach. Ideal holiday home for a large family with plenty of room. Clean and tidy with everything we needed. Friendly and helpful owner, many thanks for accommodating our late booking.

Lovely cottage in an excellent location for exploring North Wales.

Had everything we needed to make a great week away, would definitely recommend it. Thank you very much, we would love to return!

This was our first stay at Gwelfor, and our first visit to Wales for many years.

We chose Gwelfor because of the location, as we wanted to visit Portmerion, Harlech Castle and book a trip on the Ffestiniog steam train, to celebrate a big birthday! The owner Calvin contacted us by phone a few days before our arrival date and he was so helpful with ideas of things to do, and he sent us a link with restaurant recommendations. Gwelfor was very easy to find, and the house was immaculate and spotlessly clean when we arrived. The milk, tea and delicious Welsh cakes were a lovely thought. Having 2 lounges was a first for us, and having a freezer, dishwasher and washing machine and tumble dryer was great. We would recommend shopping at Lidl in Porthmadog. The highlight for us was having a gorgeous beach, Samson Bay, to walk to, only 15 minutes walk from Gwelfor. The views from this small beach are so scenic, and the Wales coastal walk takes you to Black Rock Sands one way and Borth y Gest, up some steep steps, the other way. The one disappointment was not being able to sit outside in the courtyard and enjoy the garden and countryside, as we had showers each day, and it was very windy. Thanks very much Calvin

We enjoyed our stay at Gwelfor.

The property is very spacious and overlooks the golf course. It was very peaceful and just a 10 minute walk to a lovely sandy beach and the Wales Coastal Path. Everything we needed was included at the property and it was nice to be provided with a welcome pack of tea, milk and Welsh cakes. It was also nice to have use of a dishwasher and washing machine (dishwasher tablets were also included). We would have no hesitation in staying here again.

Gwelfor was one of the best cottages we have stayed in, especially as we were there for a golfing event .

The cottage is right next to the first tee and 18th green. We were also blessed with fantastic weather for most of the week. There are many walks direct from the door, and places like Barmouth and Abersoch only a half hours drive. Communication with the owner, Calvin was excellent. He contacted us after our arrival to ensure that everything was alright with the cottage. We wouldn't hesitate to stay at Gwelfor again and will definitely be back.

This was our second visit to Gwelfor and we were delighted with all the house and gardens had to offer .

Having two lounge area was ideal for our family group of 8 people as a nice quiet space especially in the evenings was welcome. All bedrooms are a nice size and 2 bathrooms plus a downstairs toilet was great . The garden provides so much room to play and we all loved it. There is so much for families to do in and around Porthmadog. Owners are kind and helpful nothing was too much trouble and communication was great. We will be back in the future .

We were a group of friends with ages between 12 and 84.

The cottage certainly met our needs. It was very well equipped with ample space for all. Great to wander to the nearest beaches for walks. We especially liked Sampson’s Bay. Near to lots of activities. The youngsters especially enjoyed the forest coaster and go karting. The more senior of the group loved Portmeirion. Would definitely recommend this property and the area. Thank you.

Gwelfor is a large holiday cottage which sleeps and can accomodate 8 persons.

Unfortunately my husband and me were only 2 as our friends had to pull out at the last minute. I did find the house too large for us two but nevertheless we were comfortable and had a great time. Thank you to the owner for the welcome pack, tea/coffee, milk and Welsh cakes. Watching the golfers was also entertaining.

I would definitely recommend Gwelfor.

It met all my expectations. Situated in a perfect location with easy access to the beaches and woodland walks. 10 minutes walk to the local shop and fish and chip shop ( also recommended ! ). It is peaceful, cosy and welcoming, and everything you could need is provided. Communication with the owner was very good. The area itself is stunning- sandy beaches, and beautiful woodlands and mountains. There is plenty to do- would recommend the Llama trek which is just a few minutes away- and there are plenty of lovely restaurants and cafes in the area. It was the perfect base for our holiday and we would all happily come back again. Highly recommended

We loved our stay.

Perfect for a 3 generation family - space to be together but also space for 5 mins quiet in the very comfy chairs and sofas. The children (big and small) enjoyed watching the golfers from the windows. They also really enjoyed the toy/ book box (thank you). We have to say that the kitchen was the best equipped we have ever experienced - and we have experienced a few! There is everything you could need and more besides and we never ran out of crockery or cutlery. Fabulous location with easy access to a beautiful, safe cove or walking routes. Calvin (the owner) talked us through everything before arrival which was refreshing, helpful and appreciated. He was very responsive during our stay to a minor technical hitch, which was sorted quickly. Great stay despite the somewhat dodgy weather :-)

Lovely property.

Spacious and well equipped.

Amazing cottage, perfect location, wonderfully helpful and communicative owners!

From booking to the call from the owner the night before with helpful and useful advice on directions, what there is to see and do in the area, where to eat to a wonderful family holiday with our four foster children who are extremely difficult to cater for due to a range of challenging disabilities. All six of us had a wonderful time and we will definitely book again!

Great communication from Calvin.

We found the location to be ideal just a 5 minute drive from the centre of Portmadog. The property was very spacious and accurate as described. Very clean with all amenities required for our short stay.

Great property, wonderful location, facilities as described and beautifully presented.

Gwelfor is a lovely place to stay in a super location.

The house accommodated 8 of us very comfortably with ample space. The house is clean, bright and very well equipped. We would definitely stay again. Thank you.

Well equipped cottage with plenty of utensils, and place settings so you didn't have to run the dishwasher before every meal.

Great layout so all of our 3 generation family could have their own space if needed. Good location lovely beaches even in a wet December.

This is a great place for a family holiday.

The location, only 10 minutes walk from a beautiful beach, is excellent. The house is roomy, comfortable and well-equipped and the owner was helpful, friendly and went out of his way to facilitate a VERY last minute booking.

We had a wonderful 2 weeks even though it rained quite a bit.

The cottage was comfortable and cosy with plenty of room for us all. One of the best things was being so close to the sea. We enjoyed walking down to the beach through the golf course and over the dunes.

Wonderful location for young children - safe garden to run around in and easy short distance to a beautiful beach.

Property was spacious and very serviceable. Lots to do around here - beaches, mountains, castles and trains.

We loved the house and the area.

What a great location easy walking distance to a beautiful beach and delightful views. Lots to do in the area need to return to do so more. The house was well equipped and suited all of us children and adults. Nice neighbours. Great patio area for BBQ evenings. The house was as clean as I hoped it would be with all the equipment to maintain it. The owner was very helpful. Would go again and recommend to any body both the house and Sykes holidays. They made the whole process easy and trouble free.

What a wonderful holiday we had with our grandchildren .

The house was everything we could have wished for , spotlessly clean nice bedding and comfy beds and very well equipped kitchen , we were short of nothing . The outside space was perfect for family lots of space to eat and play . The boys spend the majority of the week outside and we had all our meals outside as the weather was beautiful. The area around the house was great for us as two of our family love a game of golf and the rest of us love the beach and swimming in the sea. We will be returning and will be recommending to all our friends .

Lovely house, perfect for an extended family to have a holiday together.

The garden is very big, we had a good game of rounders on there, it also has a large patio area with table and chairs, which we took advantage of in the sunny weather. We had a great time, thank you.

Well equipped kitchen, plenty of living space, and a great patio which we were able to use every day.

Lovely outlook across the golf course. Easy walk to the beach, and a bar, shop and fish and chip shop within 10 minutes walk.

Great house and location perfect.

Short walk to beach and new beach club bar/restaurant. 2 minute drive into Porthmadog itself. House has everything you would need with large patio and great enclosed garden, large enough for any outdoor games. Would definitely recommend.

We had an excellent holiday based at Gwelfor.

It's a lovely house with very comfortable sofas and beds. The bedding and towels were best quality and beautifully clean and fresh. The kitchen is well stocked and the bathrooms have good efficient showers. Gwelfor was also an excellent base for exploring the beaches within walking distance and plenty of beautiful places to visit by car. We would love to come back here again. The owners were very helpful and recommended lots of outings to chose from. I would just mention that for anyone with mobility problems you need to be aware that the stairs are rather steep.

After a shaky start we had a lovely week.

It's a great house and would be fantastic in summer with its big garden and short walk to the beautiful beach, which was still nice in the winter. I had best mention the bad points though. We had to contact the owner by phone to ask how to turn on the heating. He has to do it remotely, so if the thermostat won't go above 7 degrees that's what you have to do and hope he's not away on business like he was when we tried to contact him about the key. The upstairs of the property never really got warm even by the end of our stay. The kitchen was clean on the surface, but inside the cupboards and drawers needed a good clean before we could use them and the inside of the freezer was mouldy; it must have been turned off at some point over the winter and I think someone must have burst a bottle of wine in it because it looks like there is frozen wine in the bottom. The grill pan was dirty and had a old food on it from a previous occupant. We couldn't work the grill (that could be my fault) but there were plenty of frying pan alternatives. Finally, the built in fridge doesn't get cold enough for food so the welcome milk soon had to be thrown out. It looks like other people have had this problem because the worn thermostat control looks like there have been plenty of attempts to make it colder. There is another fridge though, so use that one for food and the other for making drinks slightly chilled. Other than that the kitchen was very well equipped and we really did have a good time!

Delightful house .

Spacious,well equipped, comfortable. Huge garden. Great location, ideal for families

Fantastic position in a beautiful area we had a lovely get together of four friends.

We all thoroughly enjoyed our week.

Stayed here numerous times, and the house is excellent.

The only negative was the amount of Daddy Long Legs, but that was down to the time of year

Lovely family holiday, fabulous position walking distance to beautiful beach.

Gwelfor was a perfect base with all amenities to hand. Owner very helpful and knowledgable. Would certainly recommend

The cottage facilities were fantastic and the proximity to the beach was a real bonus especially during the hottest week in July.

It doesn’t specify but there are actually two fridges in the kitchen if anyone was worried about fitting in a food delivery for the week

lovely location and comfortable house

The cottage was really comforatble and well equipped.

It was big enough for all of us and the outside space was inviting and well furnished. A lovely beach was just a short walk away. It really made for a wonderful holiday.

Ideal property for our 3 generation group, with lots of space.

Photos do not do justice to the garden, which is large and ideal for children to run about. The new patio and garden table and chairs are a real bonus. The property is well equipped and comfortable; The location is good, 5 to 10 minutes walk from a sandy beach and close to lots of places to visit.

It is a delightful, well equipped, comfortable cottage in a beautiful location, just a short walk from a beach with stunning views.

The newly paved patio, with lovely new furniture, is a relaxing area for meals outside or just chilling! The owner is extremely helpful, offering suggestions of places to eat and visit. We would definitely recommend it.

The owners were very helpful before our stay and gave us a wonderful holiday.

The spacious house overlooking the golf course was even better than the pictures indicated with a large garden and patio area and everything we could possibly need inside the house. It was well located for the coast and Snowdonia and a 5 minute walk to either the lovely, secluded beach through the dunes and golf course or along the road to the village shop and fish and chip shop, with Porthmadog nearby for Tesco, Lidl and Aldi.

Communication with the cottage owner was excellent.

Was very helpful and well beyond what we would normally expect in terms of making us feel comfortable, and letting us know about local amenities and attractions. The location was awesome too. The house itself was a good size and well laid out. The one thing (that the owner acknowledged) that we felt could be improved was the lack of recycling facilities for our waste. The best summary would to be say we would stay here again and recommend it to others.

Every thing about this cottage was perfect in every way even the owner when he came round was very pleasant and informative .

It was a bit strange having to book every thing before you could go anywhere due to Covid 19 but at the end of the day the cottage made up for it, being 10 mins walk from the beach and also the fish & chip shop . We will defiantly going back it was outstanding .

During thus period of Covid-19 both Sykes and the property owner have taken extra steps to ensure safety and peace if mind.

Thank you

We were aarty of 7 including 3 young teenagers.

All ages felt the cottage was very suitable and well equipped. The younger members of the party were particularly impressed by the good wifi and Sky Sports. There were lots of little touches that were appreciated e.g. 2 fridges, plenty of cutlery, 2 TVs. The closeness to Samson Bay was a real plus.

The house and garden were exactly like the pictures on the Sykes website.

Our party was a mix of 2 families, but there was ample space and we loved the garden. The owner was quick to solve a slight problem we had with a wasp nest! And was available immediately. The neighbours were also friendly and helpful. We loved that the house was neat and tidy, large, and not too "modern". Gwelfor is a great place to stay, the area is beautiful. The short walk to the sandy beach is pleasant and the views are spectacular. We are considering booking for next year.

This is a perfect house for an extended family group.

It’s location is perfect, and almost everything has been thought about for enhancing a holiday stay, ( a pair of oven gloves would be welcome!) Even in poor weather it suited us very well indeed, but a summer stay with the proximity of the beach would be superb. Thank you for sharing this home.

Wonderful house ideal for large family or couple of families.

Location short walk to the beach is perfect

Well equipped and comfortable cottage, well located for Porthmadoc town centre and main roads.

The cottage is situated in a quiet location on the edge of a golf course and it is only a few minutes walk down a footpath to the quiet, unspoilt beach at Sampson’s bay or a longer walk across the golf course to Black Rock Sands.

A lovely, spacious cottage, plenty of room for two adults and four children.

A clean, well equipped property, only really missing a hairdryer, but with little touches such as foil, cling film, kitchen roll and soap by every sink a very welcoming home for a week. Only downsides from our point of view are the wifi was very unpredictable, a bit of a let down for the teenagers, and there was nowhere to recycle on site.

Fabulous location, we’ll definitely go back.

Cottage was lovely, comfortable and big enough for all of us. We loved it and had a great holiday

This house was well situated near Black Rock Sands, Portmadog, giving good access to the Llyn peninsula and Snowdonia.

It was very quiet and excellent facilities for our enlarged family who were meeting for our Ruby Wedding celebration. We enjoyed good weather and had 2 outside Barbecues which were fun and comfortable with the outside furniture. Having flown from various places we were unable to bring much so a few more basic food commodities and perhaps picnic items would have been really helpful. However I would recommend this house as a base for a great family holiday.

The heating system was a bit if a problem.

We think it may have had an airlock because sometimes the radiators would come on and sometimes only the odd one. The last evening was colder than our other nights but we had no heating or hot water. There are signs everywhere asking you not to touch the system so we didn't. We left a note to this effect when we left. The smaller double bedroom could have done with a chest of draws to put away smaller items as we had to leave those in the suitcase which meant delving through everything each time. There was nowhere else to put them. Only one bedroom had a wardrobe, the others had open hanging rails. Could have done with towel rails in the shower room instead of one very small heated rail. Overall a great place for a holiday in a lovely quiet location and we enjoyed our staying the cottage. Apart from the above it was superbly appointed and clean. So much to see and do as well for all the family.

Stunning house, stunning location, ideally situated for exploring North West Wales.

Highly recommend.

The house was well equipped and the extra bottle of bubbly along with the Welsh cakes left by the owners was a very nice touch.

Located in such a peaceful location with Samson's Bay beach only a few minutes walk down the lane. The section of coastal path round to Porthmadog was a stunning with fantastic views of the Moelwyn's & across to Harlech. Such a nice place will definitely be going back!

Lovely holiday as usual at Gwelfor, great location, appreciated new kitchen equipment, towels, new central heating.

Perfect for children,

A lovely big spacious property.

The large grassy garden is ideal for holiday play activities. The public footpath to the beach is suffering from the effects of erosion, making it awkward for pushchairs.

Lovely welcome pack on our arrival (tea, coffee, milk and a packet of Welsh cakes).

Very well equipped cottage. Sky tv and wi-fi was greatly appreciated. Plenty of room for 8 people. Great location.

Excellent holiday home with position by beach a great selling feature.

The house and setting exceed the pictures on the booking site.

The location snd facilities provided were beyond are expectation.

This made for a wonderfull holiday for the whole family.

Wonderful location.

Love Samson's Bay, near enough to walk to even with small children. Cottage lovely, but some cobwebs left in bedrooms and bathrooms, and a smell of damp in a couple of rooms and kitchen cupboards. Good cooker, washing machine and tumble drier - very useful. Nice to have Sky package and Wifi. Good showers and plenty of hot water. Lovely garden and ample parking space. Good communication with the owner, very helpful regarding activities in the area. I would have appreciated some basics provided on arrival as an immediate trip to the supermarket was essential after a long journey with little ones. We were mostly lucky with the weather and had a fantastic week. We would definitely consider returning to this property.