Minydon | Fairbourne | Friog | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.3★

6 Guests
4 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Seaside
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

59 Customer Review(s)

Margaret
October 2024

“This was our 5th stay at Minydon and as usual it was a lovely peaceful break.”

It wasn't quite as quiet as usual due to the film crew in the village filming a new series for Sky TV apparently. Over the years there have been many little improvements to the cottage,which is clean,warm and comfortable with a lovely welcome pack and many little extras. The beds are much better with the new mattresses,but could perhaps do with some new quilts.The kitchen had everything we needed,and the airfyer is especially useful. Minydon is in a good location for exploring that part of ...

It wasn't quite as quiet as usual due to the film crew in the village filming a new series for Sky TV apparently. Over the years there have been many little improvements to the cottage,which is clean,warm and comfortable with a lovely welcome pack and many little extras. The beds are much better with the new mattresses,but could perhaps do with some new quilts.The kitchen had everything we needed,and the airfyer is especially useful. Minydon is in a good location for exploring that part of Wales,with many local attractions within easy traveling distance. We enjoy the proximity to the beach which enables us and the dogs to walk for miles. There is a selection of DVD's and games in the cottage and a separate games room which to be honest we didn't use this year but it would be good to help entertain children in bad weather. The garden is lovely and sunny and with the addition of the new fencing is safe and secure for the dogs.Perhaps some pruning is required as the trees and pampas grass are beginning to spoil the lovely views of the hills. The only negative issues really are all the curtain rails could do with some attention and the exterior of the property is looking a bit sad especially the front door.

- Margaret, October 2024
Ann September 2024

“My 5th time back, The second night there was a storm and the electricity went off so I was in darkness ,there was no emergency battery lights but I did manage to find 2 small lights in other bedroom, being on my own at 77 I think some sort of emergency lighting would have been helpful.”

Also the ceiling lights in lounge are very white and stark a lampshade with softer bulb would be a good idea. And the key safe by front door is very hard to close .having said that ,I love the cottage and will be back again with my 2 dogs, a very peaceful location.

- Ann, September 2024

Sorry for the power cut, it's pretty rare but does happen in Fairbourne a few times per year. Thanks for your suggestions for a power cut kit, we have now added a new wall sticker called 'Emergency Torch' and on the nearby shelf, we have included a windup torch/radio and two battery-powered lanterns. That should give you some light and entertainment during an outage. For 2025, we plan to add emergency lighting in the hallway that will kick in for 3 hours when the mains power is detected to be out, and also looking to add an uninterrupted power supply unit in the living room to provide basic abilities to recharge phones and other devices. We have purchased a new key lockbox for 2025 and will be looking to see what arrangements we can make to create a soft-light sitting area when you don't need the 'big light' on :) Property Owner
Diane September 2024

“We have stayed in Minydon before, it's lovely to walk out the door and see the sea.”

The first impression of the property - the Front door is shoddy and the weatherboard broken. The porch is good for hanging up wet coats etc The living room feels dark and gloomy especially with the black beams and the large black hearth and black TV stand. The hearth is far too long to have a settee next to it, you have to be careful walking past especially if you're a little unsteady. The hearth could be reduced to the width of the Fire Surround it would give more space. The Dining area is great, roomy with lots of light whether eating food or playing games. The kitchen is well equipped,but the markings on the cooker have faded/rubbed off and we had to check in the book to see what they represented. The Air Fryer worked really well. It would be nice to have a dishwasher, as some of the plates etc were not too clean, the changeover of people is so large it would be much more hygienic. Under the sink is not too crowded maybe one could fit there.. Bathroom ok. Bedrooms were ok. The book left for information needs updating, the instructions for waste disposal needs a calendar as we put out the bins on the Wednesday evening but they weren't collected, is collection fortnightly? The heating was a bit hit and miss ie not coming on first thing or at night when you needed some heat, and some of the radiators had cold spots. It was a bit haphazard. The water was always hot whenever you needed it. Games room an asset! The garden was fine but maybe some shrubs could do with heavy pruning, especially as you first go on to garden. The Pampas leaves are like razor blades if young children are staying please be aware. Lovely views from Dining area whether it was sunny or rainy. Over all a lovely place to stay, just needs a little TLC

- Diane, September 2024

At the end of this season, we will be removing the front door and completely reconditioning it, with repairs, new primer and paint, and furniture, which should look like new in 2025. The darkness of the living room is a tricky one and the 3 lights we added last year are probably not enough. We will try a few more things for 2025, and thanks for suggesting reducing the hearth's width. We are glad you liked the dining area, we spent a few years getting that one right :) We are looking to add a slimline dishwasher in the location you suggested as it's an excellent idea for 2025. Added new waste disposal info in the welcome book, the collection in Fairbourne is every week for blue bins and 3 weeks for the non-recycled bin, but you can leave that parked and we will take care of that during the change-over. The central heating is programmed to be on all the time, controlled by the thermostat in the hallway, so pressing the UP key will increase the temperature of all radiators. We plan to replace the 3 older radiators for the 2025 season for more control. Thanks for all your feedback, just what we need to keep improving Min-Y-Don :) Property Owner
Samanth August 2024

“Unfortunatly we didnt enjoy the accommodation although a lovely welcome pack which was appreciated.”

There was a large cobweb in the bathroom and spiders in the kitchen. Rug and cushions in living room were very smelly.

- Samanth, August 2024

Thanks for your feedback, and very sorry you did not enjoy your stay. We try to anticipate as best we can and take action the moment we see ways to improve. We have replaced all the cushions in the living room with new ones and sanitized all the rugs in the cottage. We have sprayed anti-spider essences in all the corners of the kitchen and connecting rooms and instructed our cleaners to use dust rods in each room to remove any new cobwebs that may appear. I am glad you enjoyed the welcome pack, and again, we are very sorry we could not make your stay a happy one. Property Owner
David June 2024

“Our 3rd time visiting this lovely cottage.”

It’s beautiful inside and has everything you need. I love that it has a nice bath and shower. The gardens big amd the dogs loved it. There is also a pool table and games room to keep you entertained. Beach is literally over the road. It’s quiet and peaceful. Theres nice walks, sun, sea and sand. The sheep walking round the village made some lovely photos and the sunsets. See you next year

- David, June 2024
David June 2024

“This place is brilliant.”

Stayed a week with my 85 year old dad, my daughter and two German Shepards, loads of room, brilliant games room, beach across the road, pub, shops, chippy and train station just up the road, BBQ in garden, what more do you want. The place was really clean and well kept. Thanks to the owners and caretaker for everything, Will definitley book again.

- David, June 2024
Karen June 2024

“We loved this property.”

Very comfortable and cosy. Ideal location if you want a really quiet getaway and we found this perfect. Beautiful views. The only drawback is the beach is difficult to get onto although locals are trying to do something about it. We were left a lovely assortment pack of goodies which was well appreciated. I would definitely return when I can

- Karen, June 2024
Jane June 2024

“Very nice accomodation warm and comfortable and clean.”

Lovely garden at the back and right opposite the beach at front. This was our second stay at this property we enjoyed it very much.

- Jane, June 2024

Is there anything we can do next year to get all 5 stars :) P.s. Really glad you enjoyed your stay! Property Owner
Ellen May 2024

“Myself and the family had a lovely time the cottage was lovely nice location the ...”

Myself and the family had a lovely time the cottage was lovely nice location the garden was all fence of for the dog and grandson the games room was brilliant spent alot of time in there thank you for letting us stay x

- Ellen, May 2024
Maggie May 2024

“Our 3rd stay at Minydon and we loved it.”

Everything you need and lovely garden to relax in. We had one afternoon where the rain was quite biblical but staying in the cottage for the afternoon was comfortable and warm. Hope to be back next year

- Maggie, May 2024
Ann May 2024

“My 4th time back,Ifeel like i`m coming back to a home from home,and have booked to come back at end of September again,My 2 small dogs love the secure garden too.”

- Ann, May 2024

Do you have suggestions on how we can improve the accuracy of our listing for next year? Property Owner
Nicola February 2024

“2 radiators were not working but managed to fix with a screwdriver whilst there The oven shelves do not fit well and we felt we're dangerous The information on the recycling was confusing, the bin in the kitchen made us assume it was mixed recycling.”

This was not the case 2 curtain rails fell off and had to be fixed The TV was hit and miss and the aerial cable was badly damaged

- Nicola, February 2024
Denise October 2023

“Lovely place to stay, quite tight round the dining table but with a bit of re-jigging we managed to fit!”

Kids, and adults, loved the games room. Lovely village with a great pub, shop and chippy (chippy open weds-sat) but recommended.

- Denise, October 2023

Dining table now replaced so much more room to navigate. Also replaced dining area floor, now feels brighter and more spacious. Thanks for your visit! Property Owner
Jane September 2023

“Had a lovely week, weather not great but the cottage made up for that.”

Very spacious, comfortable with a secure garden for our dog Phoenix. Welcome packages for us and Phoenix. We are already looking to book another week. Thank you Jane, Neil and Phoenix

- Jane, September 2023
Mark September 2023

“I stopped at Minydon with my Elderly mom and Dog, I must say I was very ...”

I stopped at Minydon with my Elderly mom and Dog, I must say I was very disappointed yes it's all ground level aas adviced, but there's a number of large steps in and out of the property which didn't make things easy for her we found the property dark and dated to much furniture, carpets all need replacing and could do with decorating all over, there isn't a washer dryer as in advert, views was good and cottage in good position, garden good for dog

- Mark, September 2023

Thanks for leaving feedback. I can confirm it is just a washing machine, no dryer. Just completed decorating for 2024 now much brighter with new carpet and dining area floor. Also replaced large black chair with nicer recliner chair and added SkyTV. Advisory that both back and front have steps and not suitable for disabled access or those with limited mobility. Property Owner
Ann September 2023

“My 3rd time back,really peaceful and comfortable cottage everything provided.”

HHad a couple of issues wirh the tv but the caretaker was there in 5 minutes and showed me how to work the sky remote,then because of the storm i had no hot water,he was back and relit pilot light on boiler so again very happy everything was taken care of.Will be back again.

- Ann, September 2023

We have reconfigured so TV shows Sky right away and also replaced DVD player with newer model that is quieter and has more features. Our Oil boiler service in December discovered a small leak in a radiator pipe causing a pressure drop, now fixed for 2024. See you next year :) Property Owner
Paul August 2023

“Nice old bungalow suited us fine Just a few little niggles Front door lock needs replacing can something clicks shut on you Front inner door dose not open wide enough.”

Dinning area cramped space sujest bit smaller table hard to sit 6 adults around I can see some upgrades have been done still needs bit more Garden waisted needs getting at very overgrown . All in all no real complaints just feed back observations I would stay again

- Paul, August 2023

Thanks for the tips! Dining table now replaced and new dining area floor fitted so feels brighter and easier to move about. Also upgraded some other things such as added SkyTV and new DVD player. We are looking forward to some gardening in 2024 when the rain stops :) Property Owner
Paul June 2023

“We had a fabulous time at this cottage.”

The welcome pack was a really nice touch and the property was overall great. The only issue is that we couldn’t use the outside table and seats as they were covered with red spiders…maybe red mite…so that was a shame as the weather was good… The location is perfect for walks around Fairbourne and of course having the beach literally across the road is a total winner… We’d defo go again….

- Paul, June 2023

We said goodbye to the creepy crawlies, table now power washed and treated. Fingers crossed for a sunny 2024! Property Owner
Maggie May 2023

“Lovely cottage, lovely surroundings, 2nd time staying and will be back for a third.”

The only thing was the bed was a little bit uncomfortable but then it's what you get used to and mattresses are such a personal thing with comfort. Thank you for putting the fence up we were able to relax with dogs in the garden this time as being small dogs and terriers they could get through things before but now we could leave them off the lead. The only other thing to mention is the freezer, just make sure you shut the door properly as it can catch on the unit next to it and stops it shutting properly

- Maggie, May 2023

Freezer now replaced with a frost free model and swapped location with Fridge for better access. Glad you enjoyed your stay :) Property Owner
Eva April 2023

“The location of the bungalow is its greatest asset being a minute from the sea and with a backdrop of Snowdonia.”

The bungalow was clean and three of the bedrooms are light attractive rooms - the fourth's window overlooks the lean-to area and is a dark room. The kitchen is largely well equipped and overlooks the garden which is large and dog friendly with lots of seating. However, there is no bin in the kitchen - there is a dustbin in the lean-to area which reached by going down two steep steps. The mattress on the bed in the green bedroom really has reached the end of it's useful life ( I can't comment on the other beds / mattresses) and the furniture in the dining / living area is oversized and makes the space very cramped. There is a lovely view from the dining area but the lounge is dark , made worse by the very large black leather furniture. The only lighting is overhead with one uplighter which leans at a precarious angle. I found the room quite depressing in the evenings. Additional side lights would help enormously but there is no space for them. The front of the house needs some attention and tlc. The bungalow is best suited to four adults and two children and with some extra love and attention could be a perfect holiday home in a great location

- Eva, April 2023

Thanks for your feedback, sorted some of the issues for 2024. Two new bins in kitchen. Replaced dining table and dining area floor so easier to get around and feels much brighter. Redecorated with brighter colours and swapped out the large black chair with a recliner so feels roomier. New three spot ceiling light for more illumination and customisability. Also repainted exterior and refreshed some other areas such as the pixie cottage which now houses the beach equipment and outdoor games. Also added Sky TV and new DVD player for the evening's :) Property Owner
Helen April 2023

“We thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay in Minydon.”

A very comfortable well equipped bungalow with a safe garden for our dog. A perfect location...a stones throw from the beach with beautiful sunsets and views of Snowdonia from the garden. We would certainly like a return visit.

- Helen, April 2023
Iain March 2023

“Fantastic location 1min to the beach !”

dogs loved it,garden is not dog proof for small dogs ,as we have a large and small dog he managed to escape twice into next door,big dog was fine.Grateful we were let in early after travelling in the snow, so thanks for that.Kitchen well equipped with all that was needed.As people have commented shower not grate but good bath so not moaning.Lounge was fine , did think it could have had a door on as there was adraught from down corridor.Bed was a quite low bed for us but slept well.Didnt use games area but all was tidy and idea for a family fun night.Outside of building looked like it could do with a freshen up but its on the sea front and we didnt live outside.Out of season very limited things to do , we knew the area so were fine .And yes if we went back to that area we would stay there again :)

- Iain, March 2023
Tara January 2023

“Perfect stay thank you .”

Straight onto the beach . The property was warm and cosy . It was just what I needed .

- Tara, January 2023
Ann September 2022

“A very comfortable cottage with everything you needed ,and the extra wellcome goodies supplied were an added bonus including a little bag of goodies for the 2 dogs,a ball,treats, 2 poo bags,very appreciated.”

A very peaceful location.Would book again.

- Ann, September 2022
Denise September 2022

“A lovely well maintained property which is very well equipped.”

We had a lovely week here. The welcome pack was very much appreciated and the two dog loved their packs as well. They also enjoyed exploring the garden. Loved the games room. Would definately come and stay here again.

- Denise, September 2022
Lyn August 2022

“Very clean and well presented cottage in a great location with plenty to do in the area.”

The games room and beach equipment were a splendid bonus for our eight year old.

- Lyn, August 2022
Victoria August 2022

“The location is superb with mountain views from the garden and a walk across the road to the beach.”

The bedrooms and kitchen are spacious but living areas feels cramped because of oversized furniture for the space. The kitchen is extremely well equipped and everything has been thought of. The games room and extra play equipment in the utility room and dining room is a great addition and having laundry facilities is a real bonus. It is definitely set up for families with children in mind. The beds are comfortable and plenty of clean fluffy towels provided. The bath is a great size but the shower runs slowly in comparison to our power shower at home, although the soft water is lovely for the skin. The caretaker deals with any issues quickly, but we had to communicate via Sykes on one occasion because voicemail messages were left and not answered. We were very sad to leave and hope to be able to return next summer.

- Victoria, August 2022
Christine June 2022

“Anybody who had children and books this cottage would be made up.”

Pixie cottage was lovely and there is also a games room. The cottage itself was lovely and clean. The bedrooms were very spaceous and the kitchen had plenty of utensils and an airfryer. The garden is very big and the dogs enjoyed having a good run around. The beach is very close to you and the sunset pictures we got was fantastic. We would definately come back here again as it’s become our favourite cottage now.

- Christine, June 2022
John April 2022

“We had a brilliant stay here!”

The place was really clean and we loved the quirkyness of the property. Fab location with the beach/sea just outside and stunning views from the back. Perfect for families and dogs. The kids lived the games room. Thank you! Would live to visit again sometime.

- John, April 2022
Susan April 2022

“The house is a very short walk to the beach and there are several local walks.”

The lounge diner was fine for 4 adults but would be a bit small for more. The cottage was ideal for us, and the equipment was good. The garden was great for the dogs, secure and full of different paths they could follow. The cool room outside the kitchen was perfect for veg storage and feeding the dogs.

- Susan, April 2022
M March 2022

“Lovely Property in a great location.”

- M, March 2022
Lee March 2022

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

Bedrooms nice and clean with comfortable beds.The kitchen was kitted out with everything you’d need to prepare and cook your meals.close to the beach and the the local bistro an bar.overall great little cottage in a lovely picturesque little village.

- Lee, March 2022
Janice October 2021

“Good location and garden with fabulous views, welcome pack very generous.”

Downside was the bed uncomfortable and too low. Overall we had a fantastic holiday and the weather was brilliant.

- Janice, October 2021
Margaret October 2021

“Property in need of some general maintenance.”

The tiolet leaks, fencing not secure enough to prevent small dogs from getting out and the garden looks quite neglected, gates both need fixing, games room roof leaking. Cleaner in the property was disgusting and had to be replaced by very helpful caretaker. Double bed mattresses need replacing as they are so uncomfortable. Kitchen need a few more utensils, Pyrex bowls, colander, sieve etc. Location sells this property and apart from the uncomfortable beds, we love it so much there, beach is on the door step and so many other things to see and do locally if you want to explore. Great property for a pet friendly family holiday.

- Margaret, October 2021
Colin September 2021

“The garden is not dog freidly the fence requires mending.”

The 2 double beds are to low . The nighbour with the caravan moans about the parking . The toilet is leaking The good points are garden good for children games room excellent .House location excellent the house is compact but with everything you need

- Colin, September 2021
Helen August 2021

“This was our 3rd stay at Min-y-don and just had the most amazing holiday again.”

Loved all the extras and improvements. Feels like home and is always hard to leave. Our party has the full age range from 80 to 10 and a very active dog so all aspects catered for. Brilliant location in a super friendly little village. Very lucky with the weather but missed the wild Wales weather we usually get.....!!!! we crammed in so much picnics in the mountains, hiking to the blue lake, bonfire on the beach, swimming in the sea several times everyday and in the mountain streams, camping in the garden, pool and darts tournaments, boat rides, crabbing, dolphin watching, plane spotting on the mach loop, chocolate making at Corris craft village and so much more. We will definitely be back again soon.

- Helen, August 2021
Catherine August 2021

“The cottage was spotless, and the welcome pack very welcome!”

A great location for walking the dogs on the beach. The games room was fantastic, especially given the unseasonal weather we experienced. We loved the garden, but didn't get many opportunities to use it, again due to the weather. There were a few points which means I can't give a 5-star review. There was not enough kitchen equipment to cater for 6 people; there were only 5 'comfy' chairs in the living room, so not all of us could use them at the same time; and the window in the 'green' room was sealed shut & couldn't be opened. In terms of facilities in Fairbourne - can recommend the pizzas from 'Keebabalons' and the fish & chips from the chippy

- Catherine, August 2021
Anita June 2021

“One of the best located accommodation we have stopped in, just across the road from the sea.”

Property needs some updating and a better range of kitchen equipment needed for a self catering holiday. The most wonderful garden and views. Loved the play facilities in the "garage and pixie cottage ". Great location to access the area of Snowdonia.

- Anita, June 2021
Danuta June 2021

“Great location, so close to the sea - lovely.”

Fantastic garden ( great for our dog), lovely cottage very comfortable warm and cosy. Smaller than the pictures depict it. But we had fantastic holiday and lovely weather which helped make our stay more enjoyable.

- Danuta, June 2021
Gloria June 2021

“It really needs to be brought up to date very dated and dark Double beds are very low Found dirty towel under bed Kitchen lacks utensils.”

Stove top not keeping heat on rings rather annoying Garden was ok but a bit less nettle would been better

- Gloria, June 2021

Sorry to hear you did not enjoy your stay at Minydon, and thanks for letting me know about the dirty towel, I will instruct the cleaning staff to make sure they specifically check under all mattresses. I will also see if there is anything else I can add to the kitchen utensil draw. Thanks again for your feedback! Property Owner
Kyran May 2021

“With two small children to keep occupied the games room and the large garden were a major bonus when we weren't on the beach or walking.”

- Kyran, May 2021
Ruth May 2021

“The bungalow was charming with superb views from the garden and so close to the beach.”

We had lovely weather which helped make our stay extra enjoyable. The Delhi at the local convenience store is well worth a visit, amazing array of delicious food.

- Ruth, May 2021
Mark September 2020

“Fantastic location, great garden and games room, good kitchen, central heating keeps the cottage nice and warm, great views from the lounge diner onto the hills and mountains.”

Fairbourne beach is great when the tide is out with acres of sand but is a little tricky to get across the large pebbles to get to the sand. The cottage sleeps up to six people but there is only comfortable seating in the lounge for 5 people and that is with 3 people squashed onto a 3 seater sofa.TV needs to be larger and needs to be a smart TV as the aerial only picks up a limited number of freeview TV channels.

- Mark, September 2020
Diane September 2020

“The car parking in front of the garage is quite small, this is fine if you have a small car, the space opposite is roomy, if you have two big cars the Car Park on the front is good and for a small fee you can park there overnight.”

The Games Room is an asset and very welcome, my Grandson wants to go back just to use it again!. There's Bats flying around at night and Rabbits in the garden in the day, the seat overlooking the field is a very peaceful spot. Being so close to the sea is lovely, you could stand and listen and watch it anytime, you would need a torch at night to get on the path. The Sunsets are beautiful.

- Diane, September 2020
Julie September 2020

“Lovely cottage though smaller than the pictures depict it.”

Well situated for beach and walks. Friendly neighbour. Could do with maybe some mirrors and usable reading lights in bedroom. TV and remotes need updating, we could only watch channel 3. Kitchen a bit sparse. Otherwise, comfortable, warm and cosy. Very useful boot room to sort dogs after a long walk on the beach. Would go again.

- Julie, September 2020
Sam August 2020

“Before I start I have to say we all enjoyed our holiday and the location was great with enough amenities in walking distance and not be too busy a place.”

But there were issues that really shouldn't be there for the price paid. "green room" had broken window catch which was never repaired we were given an old rusty fan to use instead. Said room had crisp packets and lynx can under the bed and large collections of cobwebs in corners of the rooms. Septic tank kept blocking with normal t.p. and the guy to keep clearing it. Property could do with some money invested to fix games room roof and utility roof as both leak in plus a modern TV that could connect to netflix or hdmi USB connection so people could have more choice of entertainment on wet days.

- Sam, August 2020
Alison August 2020

“We had a problem with the toilet and it was sorted out immediately and whilst sorting out the toilet more seating was brought round to the outside of the cottage( very thoughtful) as we struggled with outdoor seating.”

The cottage was fantastic and the situation was brilliant. Lovely welcome gift on arrival we all loved our stay here and would book again.

- Alison, August 2020
Stephen August 2020

“Games room added bonus kept teenage boys happy , caretaker was on hand if needed .”

- Stephen, August 2020
Leona March 2020

“We loved our stay here .”

.. great location and spot on facilities. The welcome pack was a nice touch too. We appreciate the 'green' credentials and provision of appropriate cleaning materials etc. (We were slightly perplexed to find a sparrow in the kitchen twice when all the door and windows were closed .... no need to publish this bit but the caretaker may want to check the roof?)

- Leona, March 2020
Tracey February 2020

“The cottage was lovely and had everything we needed.”

Ideal for dogs and right on the beach.Lovely friendly local pub and a well stocked shop.Games room for our older kids,enclosed garden also made it ideal for our small one.

- Tracey, February 2020
Michael October 2019

“Porch light wasn’t working which was an inconvenience the evening we arrived ...”

Porch light wasn’t working which was an inconvenience the evening we arrived as there’s no outside light and unpacking was therefore more difficult than it needed to be Other than that a fantastic location Thanks for a great break

- Michael, October 2019
Catherine October 2019

“Had to contact Sykes with problem with the toilet and it was sorted immediately, ...”

Had to contact Sykes with problem with the toilet and it was sorted immediately, so very pleased with how this was dealt with

- Catherine, October 2019
Dawn September 2019

“Great place , top location for a dog friendly holiday , ferry to Barmouth was a ...”

Great place , top location for a dog friendly holiday , ferry to Barmouth was a saver , if you don,t fancy the drive , or the short cut across the bridge at penmaenpool saves a bit of time into Barmouth , also good response when we left a jacket in the wardrobe , forwarded to us within a few days , cheers

- Dawn, September 2019
Jane August 2019

“Had an amazing week at Minydon.”

From the very start with easy directions, 2 large parking areas right outside the property and the welcome/complimentary wine and tea and coffee. The bungalow is spacious clean quiet and homely. 2 large double rooms one with adjoining single room at the front of the property and nice and sunny. 1 smaller single at the back. Towels provided although you will need larger/beach towels. Lounge with dining area overlooking the garden and hills and mountains. Comfy sofa, TV, electric fire very cosy in an evening. Bathroom with shower over bath constant hot water so no arguing over the first shower. Lovely bright spacious kitchen. Fridge and separate freezer electric cooker and hob microwave. All necessary bits and pieces (knives not very sharp) and bbq outside. Small porch area at side of house with key safe which is great when off doing different things and only one key. Back entrance has a key as well though to a small area where you can leave wet sandy gear and garden/beach games. Swingball croquet kites bowls surf boards all got well used. The garden and outside space is fab. The main garden has a secret quiet area overlooking the mountains and village. With washing line picnic bench well maintained grass area and a patio area plenty of space and sunshine. A raised area with another picnic bench at the rear of the converted garage. The garage has been turned into a games room. Darts pool (1 yellow ball missing) table tennis even a little seating area. We used this slot for our 3 generation family games tournament had a brilliant time especially grandma who managed to hit the dart board on a couple of occasions. Minydon is just across from the blue flag beach. Single track road with occasional cars (it was bank holiday) and over the grass to the footpath and beach wall. To note it is very stoney and steep to get to the sand but a small pathway and steps have been created in the top section to help. The sand is clean and water clear. Even on its busiest day so much space. And most of the time only us. Plenty of wind on the last few days allowed us to do some body boarding which was great. The village is a very short walk away with two convenience stores pub butchers fish and chips green grocers etc. Lovely coffee at the miniature railway cafe. The train takes you to the point of the estuary where you can walk back along the road or beach or catch the small ferry boats to barmouth harbour. There is a mainline train to Birmingham and north to phwelli we used this to go to barmouth cost about £3 return takes 10 minutes parking in and around the station . You can walk back from barmouth or beyond across the viaduct £1 honesty toll and then along the estuary to fairbourne golf club and the village on the Maddawch trail it's about 4.5 miles but seats and fantastic views there is a train stop at maddawch about half way. We also walked up to the blue lake to note the lake entrance is blocked off but the walk takes about 30 minutes it's very steep in places and we took the short cut up what was a small waterfall due to overnight rain but the views of the lake from above and back towards snowdon were completely worth it. Takes snacks and drinks and sit up there to enjoy the views and peace. 2 of our party (50 and 9years) went pony taking at the stables just outside the village £25 for 1 hour ride along the estuary and absolutely loved it. Not enough time but would have done the beach ride if so. Also visited nearby Tywyn great beach and icecream plenty of parking. Can go on the train as station is 2 minutes from the beach although the drive has spectacular views. Barmouth for crabbing, best fish and chips sat watching sunset on beach and to die for icecream frappe at the little stone cafe in the town near the spar. Harlech for the castle and great cafe and steepest road in the world official. Cwm nantcol near llanbedr for paddling in the river and raft racing (made our own tiny ones out of driftwood from the beach) and lazy picnic/bbq - good facilities toilets showers hot drinks and icecream very busy though (we remember this from 40+ years ago when it was a hidden treasure of the area). Llanfair caverns for tea and cake and great views of shell island etc and good caverns to explore. Corris and king Arthur's labyrinth we actually only did the craft village but it was brilliant did chocolate and candle making fab shops and lovely people. Very clean good facilities reasonably priced and the best brownies ever in the cafe. Will return to do the labyrinth next year and the nearby Tallyn railway and lake. We also went to the beach at Dyffryn Arduway/talybont which is a great beach with sand dunes and where we normally stay but missed out as booked to late but will struggle to decide now as loved Minydon and Fairbourne. Will have to have 2 holidays...Hope you all enjoy it as much as we did. See you soon Minydon. Ps issue with no hot water/heating although didn't really need it was sorted out super quick and with the minimum of fuss really impressed thank you for the great service.

- Jane, August 2019
Gillian August 2019

“It was a lovely experience to stay in this sweet bungalow by Fairbourne beach, which was so close it was fantastic.”

There where plenty of bedrooms with very comfy beds and the kitchen was very clean. Outside there was a large garden overlooking farm land. The games room was great for children and adults! My boys had a super holiday, thank you.

- Gillian, August 2019
Christopher July 2019

“The cottage was comfortable and generally well equipped: the games room (pool, darts, table tennis) was especially well used and there is a large garden as well.”

Contrary to a previous comment, the wifi worked well and there was a dedicated parking space directly opposite (on a very quiet road). The beach (sandy at low tide) is quite literally over the road. The notes from the owners said they wanted us to feel welcome and we certainly did. Our family of five had an excellent week here and I would be happy to return.

- Christopher, July 2019
I July 2019

“Minydon at Fairbourne was a hidden treasure, what a beautiful spot and a great cottage by the beach.”

Perfect for our family of four, with teenagers, for enjoying walking, running and playing on the beach, coastal path and as a base to explore the area. 9 hole pitch and putt went down well, as did using coastal train service to visit Barmouth and walk along Harlech beach. Cottage was comfy and well equipped, except for a chopping board! Bbq in garden a bonus and back door access to room perfect for sandy gear. Not only was there a games room, but also extra games for the garden or beach. Wish we could have stayed longer!

- I, July 2019
Lee July 2019

“Had a fantastic time, great cottage and location.”

Cottage was also spotless and very clean and tidy,Fully equipped games room with real pub pool table and darts, so cool!"

- Lee, July 2019
David July 2019

“No WiFi at cottage Parking space very tight next to garage damaged car on wall.”

Great garden and views. Clean and tidy cottage.

- David, July 2019

Thank you for your comments. We apologise for the lack of information we gave to connect to the WiFi, showing only the code in the welcome book. We have now put a more detailed set of instructions at the front of the book. The main parking is opposite the cottage, on the beach side of the road, and signposted. The parking in front of the garage is only suitable for small cars. We will be removing the floor signage here to hopefully avoid this confusion in the future. Really glad you enjoyed your stay, and thanks for the clean-up at the end, much appreciated! We hope to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner

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Summary

All ground floor
Four bedrooms: 2 x double and 2 x single
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge, freezer, washering machine, air-fryer, Sky TV, DVD player and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for two cars
Lawned garden with furniture
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Check in time is 4pm
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 0.6 miles

The property

Nestled in the heart of the seaside village of Fairbourne, boasting some of the most magnificent views imaginable; Minydon showcases unspoilt rolling countryside to one side, and the golden beach to the other.

The property provides an exceptional base for those keen on visiting the thriving Welsh coastline, with easy access into the picturesque Snowdonia National Park.

Entering the property, you will be greeted to a wonderful open-plan sitting room, with a delightful feature stone wallpaper and plenty of leather sofas to relax and unwind into the evening.

Walk through to the modern kitchen, housing all the appliances you could need for a week-long stay in the countryside.

The property has four bedrooms resting on the ground floor, consisting of two doubles and two singles, with each bedroom boasting delightful wallpaper designs and stunning views from every room of the house to greet you of a morning.

The family bathroom provides an elegant bath, and shower over, so you can have a relaxing soak after a tiring day.

A mere stone's throw away is the beautiful, unspoilt Fairbourne beach, with lovely golden sands and clear waters, ideal for you and your little ones to enjoy a beachside holiday.

For those sporty types, travel towards Fairbourne Golf Club, take advantage of the country scenery and enjoy the 9 and 18-hole courses, something you and your children can experience together.

The coastline offers a chance to get involved with a variety of watersports opportunities, including fishing at the nearby Blue Lake.

Minydon is an excellent choice for friends and families looking to explore this coastal area of Wales.

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About the location

FAIRBOURNE

Dolgellau 9 miles; Barmouth 13 miles; Aberdovey 15 miles.

Fairbourne is a seaside village in the Snowdonia National Park, which nestles between the beautiful Cambrian Mountains and Barmouth Bay. This coastal village rests beside a huge sandy beach, perfect for family fun and watersports. It is also home to the Fairbourne nature reserve. The well-known town of Barmouth, with its pubs, restaurants and beautiful beach, is only ten minutes away by train, or why not take a leisurely walk over the well-known Victorian Barmouth Railway Bridge with stunning views of Mawddach Estuary. The whole region offers excellent walks, mountain biking and watersports, boasts a variety of wild flowers, and is home to many species of birds that flock to the area's sheltered beaches and rock pools. Discover Dolgellau and delightful Aberdovey, and visit the magnificent sights of medieval Harlech Castle, Portmeirion Italianate Village and the wonderful Snowdonia National Park, all within a short drive. With plenty to see and do, this is a fantastic year-round holiday location.

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Reviews & Ratings

“This was our 5th stay at Minydon and as usual it was a lovely peaceful break.”

“My 5th time back, The second night there was a storm and the electricity went off so I was in darkness ,there was no emergency battery lights but I did manage to find 2 small lights in other bedroom, being on my own at 77 I think some sort of emergency lighting would have been helpful.”

“We have stayed in Minydon before, it's lovely to walk out the door and see the sea.”

“Unfortunatly we didnt enjoy the accommodation although a lovely welcome pack which was appreciated.”

“Our 3rd time visiting this lovely cottage.”

“This place is brilliant.”

“We loved this property.”

“Very nice accomodation warm and comfortable and clean.”

“Myself and the family had a lovely time the cottage was lovely nice location the ...”

“Our 3rd stay at Minydon and we loved it.”

“My 4th time back,Ifeel like i`m coming back to a home from home,and have booked to come back at end of September again,My 2 small dogs love the secure garden too.”

“2 radiators were not working but managed to fix with a screwdriver whilst there The oven shelves do not fit well and we felt we're dangerous The information on the recycling was confusing, the bin in the kitchen made us assume it was mixed recycling.”

“Lovely place to stay, quite tight round the dining table but with a bit of re-jigging we managed to fit!”

“Had a lovely week, weather not great but the cottage made up for that.”

“I stopped at Minydon with my Elderly mom and Dog, I must say I was very ...”

“My 3rd time back,really peaceful and comfortable cottage everything provided.”

“Nice old bungalow suited us fine Just a few little niggles Front door lock needs replacing can something clicks shut on you Front inner door dose not open wide enough.”

“We had a fabulous time at this cottage.”

“Lovely cottage, lovely surroundings, 2nd time staying and will be back for a third.”

“The location of the bungalow is its greatest asset being a minute from the sea and with a backdrop of Snowdonia.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our week's stay in Minydon.”

“Fantastic location 1min to the beach !”

“Perfect stay thank you .”

“A very comfortable cottage with everything you needed ,and the extra wellcome goodies supplied were an added bonus including a little bag of goodies for the 2 dogs,a ball,treats, 2 poo bags,very appreciated.”

“A lovely well maintained property which is very well equipped.”

“Very clean and well presented cottage in a great location with plenty to do in the area.”

“The location is superb with mountain views from the garden and a walk across the road to the beach.”

“Anybody who had children and books this cottage would be made up.”

“We had a brilliant stay here!”

“The house is a very short walk to the beach and there are several local walks.”

“Lovely Property in a great location.”

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

“Good location and garden with fabulous views, welcome pack very generous.”

“Property in need of some general maintenance.”

“The garden is not dog freidly the fence requires mending.”

“This was our 3rd stay at Min-y-don and just had the most amazing holiday again.”

“The cottage was spotless, and the welcome pack very welcome!”

“One of the best located accommodation we have stopped in, just across the road from the sea.”

“Great location, so close to the sea - lovely.”

“It really needs to be brought up to date very dated and dark Double beds are very low Found dirty towel under bed Kitchen lacks utensils.”

“With two small children to keep occupied the games room and the large garden were a major bonus when we weren't on the beach or walking.”

“The bungalow was charming with superb views from the garden and so close to the beach.”

“Fantastic location, great garden and games room, good kitchen, central heating keeps the cottage nice and warm, great views from the lounge diner onto the hills and mountains.”

“The car parking in front of the garage is quite small, this is fine if you have a small car, the space opposite is roomy, if you have two big cars the Car Park on the front is good and for a small fee you can park there overnight.”

“Lovely cottage though smaller than the pictures depict it.”

“Before I start I have to say we all enjoyed our holiday and the location was great with enough amenities in walking distance and not be too busy a place.”

“We had a problem with the toilet and it was sorted out immediately and whilst sorting out the toilet more seating was brought round to the outside of the cottage( very thoughtful) as we struggled with outdoor seating.”

“Games room added bonus kept teenage boys happy , caretaker was on hand if needed .”

“We loved our stay here .”

“The cottage was lovely and had everything we needed.”

“Porch light wasn’t working which was an inconvenience the evening we arrived ...”

“Had to contact Sykes with problem with the toilet and it was sorted immediately, ...”

“Great place , top location for a dog friendly holiday , ferry to Barmouth was a ...”

“Had an amazing week at Minydon.”

“It was a lovely experience to stay in this sweet bungalow by Fairbourne beach, which was so close it was fantastic.”

“The cottage was comfortable and generally well equipped: the games room (pool, darts, table tennis) was especially well used and there is a large garden as well.”

“Minydon at Fairbourne was a hidden treasure, what a beautiful spot and a great cottage by the beach.”

“Had a fantastic time, great cottage and location.”

“No WiFi at cottage Parking space very tight next to garage damaged car on wall.”

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FAIRBOURNE