Preswylfa

4.1★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

12 Customer Review(s)

Siobhan
September 2024

“Really cosy cottage.”

... much appreciated after a stunning local hike.

... much appreciated after a stunning local hike.

- Siobhan, September 2024

Thanks Siobhan. So glad you had a lovely stay in Preswylfa and got to enjoy the beautiful area. Property Owner
Glynis September 2024

“Nice cottage tv difficult to deal with front door sticks but we enjoyed our week”

- Glynis, September 2024

Thanks Glynis, glad to hear you had a great week in Preswylfa. We’ve added a few more instructions about how to use the Amazon fire tv to our guide book. Property Owner
Chris June 2024

“A lovely and deceptively spacious mid terraced cottage.”

Perfectly situated to explore Snowdonia. Bed was very comfortable, loved the garden with seating at the front and the back garden to enjoy the sunshine.

- Chris, June 2024

Thanks Chris , so glad you enjoyed Preswylfa and it’s lovely views and beautiful Snowdonia . Property Owner
Paige January 2024

“The house has lots of potential with a lovely kitchen that has all amenities, beds that were nice and comfy and duvets were a high enough tog that you stayed warm at night, but sadly for us it wasn’t a practical place to stay for 5 nights and I would not recommend staying here in the winter.”

Understandably, staying during a storm is going to create challenges - there were a couple of leaks in the house which we lived with and the internet was down for a day and a half with no signal in the house (there’s only so many monopoly games you can play). The house also only has electric heaters, and with it being minus temperatures outside it took 3 days to get the house reasonably warm. It’s also a very breezy house with a draft blowing throughout the majority of rooms and frustratingly the door to the living room does not have a handle and therefore would blow open every few minutes even with bits of furniture barricading the door. This meant it was really difficult to keep the only enclosed room warm. The front door is also not very practical for winter, it’s just an internal glass door with storm doors protecting it, again, didn’t do much for keeping the storm out. Again, lots of potential but sadly our stay wasn’t as enjoyable as we hoped.

- Paige, January 2024
Veronica September 2023

“The view was lovely, as were the neighbours.”

The cottage was comfortable and had most of what we needed. We were warned about the bathroom, but I didn’t like the floor which got quite wet when using the shower and the water didn’t drain from the shower tray which left you standing in dirty water. Yuck. A better mop would help. Overall we were happy with our stay.

- Veronica, September 2023

Hi so glad you enjoyed the cottage and your stay in lovely Snowdonia , new mop provided, hope to welcome you back . Property Owner
Francine August 2023

“We are a family of four (2 children aged 14 and 11) and we loved the cottage.”

Very cosy and comfortable. The kitchen is very well equipped, we cooked several times during the week and had everything we needed. Loved playing the games in the cottage as well as flicking though the books left there. Great that you can watch your own streaming services on the TV for a cosy night in. The location is great and the views are outstanding. We loved the community run pub in the village too and the neighbours are super friendly and helpful. The only thing I would have liked to be different would be the ability to move the twin beds further apart from one another.

- Francine, August 2023
Daniel August 2023

“The property is comfortable till you need a shower we got there it was filthy ...”

The property is comfortable till you need a shower we got there it was filthy dirty then the oven that’s another level not usable dirty is not the right word it happens t be we got to the property a bit earlier then expected and actually saw the cleaners going in the maximum time they were in there was 35 minutes not enough time to clean a house I do not recommend anyone going there

- Daniel, August 2023
Irene June 2023

“The property was lovely, comfy and had all the appliances and kitchen stuff you could want.”

Would have liked some instructions on using oven, microwave and w/machine. Would have been good to have had a couple of comfy chairs and an umbrella for the garden. None the less we had a wonderful week and the cottage was perfect for all the places we visited.

- Irene, June 2023
Angela March 2023

“This is a lovely cottage in a very quiet location (rush hour seemed to be a couple of sheep walking past in the morning), and a great location for visiting other areas.”

Nothing is too far away. The cottage is fully equipped with all the basics you might need and more! We didn't use the open fire as there was only a couple of logs provided and we couldn't find anywhere easily to buy more while we were out but the cottage is nice and warm from the electric heating anyway, especially if you close the lounge door while you're relaxing in the evening. The bathroom is quite small and it's a bit tight to manoeuvre so may not be suited to anyone with mobility issues, but it is clean and nicely maintained. It was the perfect place for a break for two adults. I'm not sure it would be very well suited for small children as the stairs are quite tricky and the bathroom is downstairs but I'm sure older children would manage just fine. We would happily book this cottage again.

- Angela, March 2023

Pleased to hear you had a great stay at Preswylfa Angela. We would love to have you back. Property Owner
Nick October 2022

“Couple of little touch’s from previously using Sykes Cottages which would be a nice addition at Preswylfa.”

Tea, coffee, milk and bread left for each guest Bigger towels One lot of wood and kindling made available for fire Overall all a lovely place and well situated for Zipworld, Portmerion and Portmadog which are all worth a visit, hence the good ratings.

- Nick, October 2022

Thank you for your kind review Nick. Glad to hear Preswylfa was lovely and that you enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. Property Owner
Emily October 2022

“What a beautifully renovated clean, cosy, well equipped old miner's cottage.”

Fabulous location (with lovely neighbours both sides) and spoilt for choice with activities and stunning views around every corner. This stunning property has everything you need and more. The most comfortable bed I've slept in too (and I rarely sleep well away from home). Would definitely return. Thanks to the owners for creating such a stunning holiday let!

- Emily, October 2022

Thank you for the amazing review Emily. So glad to hear you had a lovely time and enjoyed all that Preswylfa has to offer. We would love to have you back. Property Owner
Sandra September 2022

“This is a lovely well-equipped cottage with lots of nice touches like fleecy blankets and good books.”

The only think missing was a hairdryer. The owners have gone to a lot of trouble to equip it nicely. Our only concerns about the cottage were the very steep stairs, which felt quite dangerous when popping down half-asleep in the night to visit the bathroom & I wondered if a rope banister might make them more secure? Also, to make the stairs safer we left a light on downstairs overnight but that meant the bedroom was too bright, so maybe a curtain or blind could be added for the stained glass window?

- Sandra, September 2022

Thank you Sandra for the feedback, very glad to hear you had a lovely stay in our cottage and liked the little touches we have added throughout. Further to your comments about the stairs , we have included a note in our property description just so guests are aware. Hannah Property Owner

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be a twin on request), 1 x king-size
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room with open fire
Electric central heating with open fire
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher
Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Roadside parking
Front courtyard with furniture, rear multi-level garden with lawn, patio, and furniture
Sorry, no smoking
One well behaved dog allowed
Please note: Dog must be kept downstairs at all times
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.6 miles
Note: Children must be supervised in the garden
Note: The stairs are steep and narrow - children must be supervised
Note: There are steps throughout the interior and exterior of the property

The property

Nestled in Ffestiniog, a countryside village in Gwynedd, is this double fronted, charming cottage, Preswylfa.

Set in Snowdonia National Park, encircled by popular walking trails and nature-filled attractions, whilst completed with original features, a well-equipped kitchen, and a peaceful rear garden, the cottage welcomes four guests, suitable for those seeking an outdoor adventure.

Prepare home cooked meals in the kitchen, before gathering around the dining table, or relaxing in the sitting room, in front of the Smart TV, both featuring beamed ceilings and homely interiors.

Upstairs you'll arrive at well-positioned bedrooms, offering flexible sleeping arrangements, serviced by a ground-floor shower room.

Heading outside, enjoy the tranquillity of your multi-level suntrap, before venturing through the back gate, joining some of the most recommended hiking areas.

Within the village itself you'll find several restaurants and shops to benefit from, including the favoured Y Manod pub, and The Bridge Cafe.

Zip World Llechwedd is also nearby, featuring titan 2 zip line, set at 1,400 feet high, and a deep mine tour, submerged 500 feet underground, perfect for thrill-seekers, whilst Cwmorthin Waterfall and Cwm Cynfal Viewpoint are musts for breath-taking views.

Travelling towards Porthmadog, enjoy a tour around the Maritime Museum, feel at one with nature at Morfa Bychan Nature Reserve, or head to Black Rock Llamas for a guided trek.

If you love the outdoors, opt for a stroll around Rhaeadr Ewynnol Swallow Falls Waterfall, embark on a trip around Tyn Llwyn Walking Trail, or set off on one of many paths through the National Park, whether you're a novice or an avid hiker.

Enjoy Gwynedd by making Preswylfa your home.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

FFESTINIOG

Porthmadog 12 miles; Betws-y-Coed 12.4 miles; Llanberis 28.6 miles

A community resting Gwynedd, Wales, Ffestiniog is charming base for those wishing to explore the Snowdonia National Park. Made up of the settlements of Llaan Ffestiniog and Blaenau Ffestiniog, the community offers a wide range of amenities catering to a variety of tastes. Best known for its railway, running over a 40-mile route to experience the beauty of the North of Wales up close, there's plenty of scenery to explore in the area too. The community benefits from a scatter of shops, varying from local stores, to big name brands, predominantly in Blaenau Ffestiniog, a historic mining town with a bustling centre, here you can find a plethora of eateries and places to drink too, making it a great stop for a celebratory meal followed by a glass of fizz. In easy reach you can also find the Zip World Slate Caverns and Bounce Below, boasting slate mine history and spectacular views, here you can take to skies on a zip wire, get lost in a whole new world of the caverns, or bounce into adventure in the caves; there's a plethora of excitement to explore. Choose to embark on a journey like never before by climbing to the peak of Mount Snowdon, or head to Portmeirion, an Italianate village boasting beautiful architecture, exotic gardens, sandy beaches and more. Head to Porthmadog and discover its rich maritime history and picturesque harbour, or venture over to the Holy Island to find even more history and ferry trips over to Ireland! Surrounded by so much excitement, the community of Ffestiniog is a perfect base in Wales at any time of year.

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

Ffestiniog, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 1104301)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Really cosy cottage.”

“Nice cottage tv difficult to deal with front door sticks but we enjoyed our week”

“A lovely and deceptively spacious mid terraced cottage.”

“The house has lots of potential with a lovely kitchen that has all amenities, beds that were nice and comfy and duvets were a high enough tog that you stayed warm at night, but sadly for us it wasn’t a practical place to stay for 5 nights and I would not recommend staying here in the winter.”

“The view was lovely, as were the neighbours.”

“We are a family of four (2 children aged 14 and 11) and we loved the cottage.”

“The property is comfortable till you need a shower we got there it was filthy ...”

“The property was lovely, comfy and had all the appliances and kitchen stuff you could want.”

“This is a lovely cottage in a very quiet location (rush hour seemed to be a couple of sheep walking past in the morning), and a great location for visiting other areas.”

“Couple of little touch’s from previously using Sykes Cottages which would be a nice addition at Preswylfa.”

“What a beautifully renovated clean, cosy, well equipped old miner's cottage.”

“This is a lovely well-equipped cottage with lots of nice touches like fleecy blankets and good books.”

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The property

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About the location

FFESTINIOG