Hafod Y Mor | Criccieth | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.8★

10 Guests
4 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

33 Customer Review(s)

Richard
September 2024

“A fabulous house with an amazing view.”

Thoroughly enjoyed our family get together and the house had everything we needed. We know North Wales well and this is the best house we have stayed in.

Thoroughly enjoyed our family get together and the house had everything we needed. We know North Wales well and this is the best house we have stayed in.

- Richard, September 2024
Michael August 2024

“Beautiful location overlooking castle & beach.”

Our 2nd stay &, again, very impressed with the house and contents. House very warm (a good thing!) but it would be useful to have summer weight bed quilts.

- Michael, August 2024
Nicholas August 2024

“Excellent and spacious but could have done with more cupboards and hanging for clothes in the family bedroom.”

Great views. Easy access.

- Nicholas, August 2024
Alyson May 2024

“Fantastic property, completely surpassed our expectations.”

Great location for easy access to Criccieth. Hope to be able to book again in the future

- Alyson, May 2024
James December 2023

“We had a fantastic week over Christmas at the lovely house.”

The facilities and amenities on whole were top class, as was the location to local restaurants and the pub. However with 4 teenagers, the internet was not very good, and for a large house that sleeps 10, we did expect this to be better. I would say it is most suited to 8 adults and 2 children. We had a lovely time over all and would recommend to others .

- James, December 2023
Kay October 2023

“The WOW factor of this property is obviously the superb views and huge skies, where you can watch the sunrise and sunset from the same spot.”

The house suited our family, aged 7 to 77, and was in a great location. The negative was the poor WiFi, (non existent downstairs) which meant having to go out to send work emails.

- Kay, October 2023
Sally July 2023

“The house is well designed to make the most of the incredible views come rain or shine and at every time of the day.”

There was plenty of room for 8 adults and a dog to spread out or spend time together. We enjoyed the games, table football and table tennis which gave us plenty to do in the evenings. The house is in easy reach of the beach, town and everything that this beautiful part of Wales has to offer. This is one of the best holiday houses we've stayed in and we'd gladly come back.

- Sally, July 2023
Sarah July 2023

“A beautiful place to stay as a large family.”

Superior interior design and comfort. Fantastic location

- Sarah, July 2023
Robert June 2023

“Was everthing we wanted from our break friends over from New Zealand and we all thought views were spectacular”

- Robert, June 2023
Darren May 2023

“Beautiful house in a stunning location.”

Views are to die for. House was spotlessly clean and every need catered for. We will be back soon. In fact it was so good, we stayed another night - thank you to the owners for agreeing to our request. Lots of super design features in this house too. Swinging chairs, rotor blade stair rail, built in wireless speakers … the list goes on. Wildlife and birds to the rear of the property absolutely stunning too. Thanks for a fab holiday.

- Darren, May 2023
Claire April 2023

“Our family had a wonderful week at Hafod y Mor.”

The house had everything we needed for a great stay and all generations could occupy themselves during the stormy weather we unfortunately had. However, the view from the windows across the sea made the weather all the more bearable and it’s true to say it, enjoyable. Just a few things could make the stay even better: a larger cheese grater; clearer instructions on which outdoor recycling bins contain what as many council instructions vary and we were unsure of local ones. We will definitely be back!

- Claire, April 2023
Gary February 2023

“A fantastic property with, perhaps, the most spectacular views of sunrise & sunset in Wales.”

It was a superb place for our family get together. The owners have provided 'attention to detail' in all aspects & should be applauded.

- Gary, February 2023
Nathan December 2022

“Property was lovely, spotlessly clean and lightly decorated for Christmas.”

The most important showpiece of this property is the huge glass door in the living room/kitchen. You can spend hours just watching the bay. First day in and we had the delight to watch a red kite immediately outside the front! The appliances are high quality and the included washing up liquid/soap was a nice touch. So often cottages just leave one dishwasher tablet or a tiny amount of soap meaning you have to run to the shops. Three very minor points for us: - It took us 15 minutes to open the front door on arrival. The lock is very stiff and the trick is to pull the door and turn the key. Probably due to the prevailing wind battering the front of the property in inclement weather. Yes, I did panic when I couldn't get in as it was the 23rd December. - The main glass door in the living room wouldn't close properly. Consequently it was a little drafty upstairs in the gale force winds we had. I think the door lock bar needs re-seating. - Better information about the bins would be good. We were unclear what could be recycled and where it should be placed and if we were meant to put the bins out on a certain day. Hopefully we did it right.

- Nathan, December 2022
Louise December 2022

“A very beautiful holiday home.”

The views are breathtaking. Kitchen is very well equipped and I have never cooked or washed up with such spectacular views. Our only issue was the noise of the building works on a daily basis which I do realise is outside the owners control but did spoil a perfect week.

- Louise, December 2022
Louise November 2022

“Absolutely outstanding property, we will definitely be returning!”

- Louise, November 2022
Peter June 2022

“Despite pretty bad weather we had a great time in Criccieth, in part because of this excellent house.”

Spacious, well prepared, comfortable and equipped to a high standard. It's a short walk to Dylan's a good local restaurant, though be aware, it's an uphill return. A couple of minor repairs needed but and double rather than Queen sized beds but overall, one of the best houses we have rented in the UK.

- Peter, June 2022
David June 2022

“Superb accommodation, great position overlooking the beach with fantastic pation furniture.”

All the facilities were of very high quality.

- David, June 2022
Rebecca April 2022

“Fabulous holiday home!”

The view is amazing, so much to look at, didn’t want to leave the house! Pure luxury from the bedding to all the appliances! Our party ranged from 10-74 and there was something for everyone to enjoy. We especially enjoyed using the fire pit whilst taking in the view of the Castle!

- Rebecca, April 2022
Emma March 2022

“Just back from a weeks stay at Hafod Y Mor!”

Wow what can I say. The property, absolutely beautiful and the views are stunning. Every window you look out there is a beautiful view to admire. Totally felt relaxed from the moment we walked in. The facilities at the property are brilliant and it has everything you need for a comfortable stay. If you’re thinking of booking then don’t hesitate! The perfect break for couples or families! We will be back 100%. Thank you.

- Emma, March 2022
Lisa December 2021

“Amazing spot loved the views, a very calming stay, accommodation was spotless the whole experience was perfect.”

- Lisa, December 2021
Tara November 2021

“Amazing place, didnt want to leave!”

- Tara, November 2021
Elise October 2021

“Well, what a stunning view and excellent location.”

I stayed here in October with my family and close friends and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The weather was a bit hit and miss but we didn't mind as we enjoyed the house and the wonderful views. Beautiful property with excellent facilities, comfortable, clean and a view from every window !. We will definitely book to stay here again. My only gripe , and it is a very small one , would be the lack of storage in the bedrooms. It would have been nice to have had set of draws and a bedside table instead of a tiny shelf. I would highly recommend this property , suitable for anytime of the year!

- Elise, October 2021
Neil October 2021

“We had a fantastic week away at the property with family.”

The views from the house are amazing. All the facilities were excellent. As stated on a previous review there was an issue with the dish washer but this was resolved very early on in our stay and repaired. We found that the kitchen contained everything that you could possible need. The bedrooms were clean and comfortable and the whole layout of the house is excellent. The football table proved very popular. The dining table comfortably seats 10 people which is ideal for the size of the house. We would love to come back and stay again.

- Neil, October 2021
Nerys October 2021

“This amazing property is of high spec with the most fantastic views, location is a massive bonus.”

It sits right at the top of Criccieth, so a fair hill to climb, but you don't get views like that from sitting in a valley! We would have loved to have had a hot tub, but that is the ONLY negative point we can make. Of course upon booking the property we knew there wasnt one, but due to the position of Hafod Y Mor I can only imagine how amazing it would be to sit in a hot tub and watch that view. Fantastic place, thank you and I think all of us want to return in the future.

- Nerys, October 2021
Yvonne October 2021

“Our expectations were met by the fantastic view from the property but our stay was not very comfortable.”

We reported a problem with the dishwasher on first use but it took a long time to get some action. We found a large piece of glass and a clogged filter in the dishwasher left by previous users presumably causing the problem. Not a lot of fun to wash by hand all week. The glasses and crockery were mismatched and there was no chopping board or bin for food rubbish. The bathrooms are very small and the dining table too big and bean bags in the bedrooms very odd! The coffee pot still had old coffee grounds from the previous occupier.I also think the bedding needs to be renewed. The contact details for the housekeeper had been hidden in a drawer under toys for some reason!

- Yvonne, October 2021

Thank you for your review and feedback - we are happy to deal with each point raised in turn. We're sorry you experienced a problem with our dishwasher which is a high end double Fisher and Paykel unit (allowing some redundancy should one of the drawers have a technical fault). Our housekeeper did come straight up and have a look at it for you and we asked a local handy man to come up the next day to also see if it was fault that could be easily resolved. Unfortunately it wasn't and the F n P engineer was immediately booked to come out at their earliest appointment. Our glasses and crockery have received exceptionally heavy use this summer and whilst fit for purpose we do replenish and replace as required. There are 6 chopping boards in the draw next to the cutlery draw. There is a food waste bin under the kitchen sink. There is a family bathroom with bath in bed 1 and a large ensuite in bed 4. The ensuite's in Bedrooms 2 and 3 are compact as per the constraints of the property layout and shown in the photographs on the property details website. The dining table has to accommodate 10 as that is our house capacity. The bean bags are in each of the downstairs bedrooms are for guests to take out through their respective patio doors should they wish to take in the views and relax in the sunshine. Our housekeeping team work exceptionally hard to ensure the house is cleaned and presented perfectly. We apologise on their behalf that the coffee pot had been missed and not been cleaned on this occasion as this clearly isn't an acceptable standard. The bed linen is hotel grade and replaced regularly. Our visitor Information booklet left out with our complimentary guest arrival gifts gives all relevant contact details on page 1 and of course you can contact who ever you booked with who will facilitate dealing with any issues. We hope this answers your points raised and thank you again for visiting Hafod y Mor. Property Owner
Michael September 2021

“Modern "upside down" house with everything you could want & fine attention to small details.”

Spectacular views over the bay & Criccieth.

- Michael, September 2021
Adam August 2021

“Our holiday at Hafod Y Mor, Criccieth was 5*+!”

The best holiday house we have stayed in. Absolutely the best views! The location, a short walk to the beach was perfect. The house was stunning with a great kitchen and living area with views to die for. Cannot give the owners enough praise for creating this beautiful holiday house! Thank you for sharing it with us!

- Adam, August 2021
Laura July 2021

“Fabulous location and views.”

Criccieth is a hidden jewel. We will definitely be back again.

- Laura, July 2021
Kate May 2021

“The accommodation was excellent, of a very high standard, in a fabulous location and exceptionally clean and well-equipped.”

However, the staircases (inside and out) are not easily traversable for the mildly infirm/inebriated, in particular, the fabulous banister on the inside stairway is not 'graspable'. The recycling and rubbish collection instructions were incomprehensible (to us!) and no spare bags were provided - we ended up taking our kitchen waste home in bags we purchased.

- Kate, May 2021
Julie May 2021

“Hafod Y Mor is an exceptional property, a really luxurious home from home.”

The views from the property are pretty spectacular no matter what the weather. Would highly recommend this property.

- Julie, May 2021
Nikki September 2020

“Fabulous cottage, location.”

Views.... Just wow! Worth the price tag for the view alone!!

- Nikki, September 2020
Robert September 2020

“Superbly appointed house all fixtures and fittings are of the highest standard.”

The kitchen and utensils are of the highest quality. The best equipped house we have rented with magnificent views we would certainly return.

- Robert, September 2020
Rachel August 2020

“A brilliant cottage- well equipped, perfect location, amazing view.”

- Rachel, August 2020

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Summary

Reverse level accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor family room with double and children's double bed bunk with en-suite bathroom with shower over, basin and WC, 2 x ground floor doubles with en-suite shower room, basin and WC and 1 x first-floor double with en-suite shower room, basin and WC
First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC
Utility room
Large open-plan living space with kitchen, sitting/dining area and snug
Gas central heating
Electric double oven and microwave, gas hob, American style fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, double dishwasher, wine cooler, Nespresso coffee machine, waffle machine, Popcorn maker, two Smart TVs, integrated sound system, table football, WiFi
Fuel and power included in rent
Bed linen and towels included in rent
Please bring your own Beach towels
Feather bedding
High chair and travel cot (no linen provided)
Off-road parking for six cars
Large patio with choice of seating and steps down to a fire pit with benches, Rear patio and lawn space
Pet-friendly
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub within 0.5 miles

The property

Enjoying an impressive elevated position overlooking the town of Criccieth and Cardigan Bay, this incredible property offers luxury holiday accommodation within easy reach of many places of interest, like the wonderful beaches of the Llyn Peninsula and Snowdonia National Park.

This stunning home-from-home is perfectly suited to a group or family of ten.

Step through the front door onto the polished concrete floor of the hallway to discover the reverse level accommodation, with three of the four bedrooms located on the ground floor.

Choose from either two doubles, or a family bedroom with a double and a children’s double bunk bed built into the wall, which is reached via a quirky stainless steel ladder.

All the bedrooms feature en-suite bathrooms, so you can wake up to the elegant and stylish décor and take just a few steps to enjoy a hot shower before you begin your day.

Continue exploring this wonderful property by heading up the stairs, with it’s fabulous feature wall and unique handrail made from a helicopter blade.

Floor-to-ceiling windows provide a gorgeous backdrop to the open-plan living space, where quality furnishings and lavish accessories create a tranquil space to unwind in after a day’s adventures.

The superb German built kitchen, so stylish and well designed, is amply equipped with all the professional grade appliances you could ever need to cook a hearty breakfast, prepare picnics, or serve up a show-stopping evening meal.

After your meal, rest on the huge corner sofa to watch a film on the Smart TV, or listen to some music on the fabulous integrated sound system whilst the kids play table football in the adjoining snug.

The final bedroom rests on this floor, a double room with an en-suite shower room, which has the benefit of glass doors leading out to the rear patio, so you can enjoy one last quiet moment of evening sun.

Criccieth has all your food and shopping essentials, as well as, some excellent restaurants to give everyone a night off from cooking.

Why not enjoy an evening at Dylan’s, a beach front restaurant specialising in seafood with a 1930s Art Deco theme?

Beaches, watersports and coastal walks aplenty await you all along the Cardigan Bay and Llyn Peninsula coastline, whilst heading east will bring you to the Snowdonia National Park.

It provides the best terrain for thrill-seekers, whether it’s climbing, cycling, walking or mountain biking, and where those who love the outdoors can come alive and challenge themselves.

Hafod Y Mor makes for a wonderful place to bring your loved ones for a coastal break in luxury accommodation.

Note: This house has a good housekeeping bond of £1,000
Note: The house has a strict ‘no parties’ rule and the house is not available for use as a party venue.
Note: CCTV security camera overlooks the car park.
Note: No stair gate

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £1000.

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About the location

CRICCIETH

Porthmadog 5 miles; Portmeirion 8 miles; Abersoch 15 miles.

Often described as the 'Pearl of Wales on the shores of Snowdonia’, this delightful seaside town is situated just 5 miles from Porthmadog. The town’s 13th century castle perches majestically on a rocky outcrop, dominating the skyline and offering superb views of Tremadog Bay and the Snowdonia mountains. Watersports enthusiasts will be delighted by the two beaches, whilst walkers and bikers are spoilt for choice by the proximity of the beautiful Snowdonia National Park. Stroll along the beaches, watch porpoises playing in the surf, or relax in the various pubs, restaurants and tea rooms, sampling the famous Cadwalader’s ice cream. Further afield, attractions such as Portmeirion’s wonderful Italianate gardens, the Ffestiniog railway in Porthmadog, Harlech Castle, Caernarfon Castle and the beautiful beaches and renowned golf courses of the Llyn Peninsula are all within an easy drive.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews & Ratings

“A fabulous house with an amazing view.”

“Beautiful location overlooking castle & beach.”

“Excellent and spacious but could have done with more cupboards and hanging for clothes in the family bedroom.”

“Fantastic property, completely surpassed our expectations.”

“We had a fantastic week over Christmas at the lovely house.”

“The WOW factor of this property is obviously the superb views and huge skies, where you can watch the sunrise and sunset from the same spot.”

“The house is well designed to make the most of the incredible views come rain or shine and at every time of the day.”

“A beautiful place to stay as a large family.”

“Was everthing we wanted from our break friends over from New Zealand and we all thought views were spectacular”

“Beautiful house in a stunning location.”

“Our family had a wonderful week at Hafod y Mor.”

“A fantastic property with, perhaps, the most spectacular views of sunrise & sunset in Wales.”

“Property was lovely, spotlessly clean and lightly decorated for Christmas.”

“A very beautiful holiday home.”

“Absolutely outstanding property, we will definitely be returning!”

“Despite pretty bad weather we had a great time in Criccieth, in part because of this excellent house.”

“Superb accommodation, great position overlooking the beach with fantastic pation furniture.”

“Fabulous holiday home!”

“Just back from a weeks stay at Hafod Y Mor!”

“Amazing spot loved the views, a very calming stay, accommodation was spotless the whole experience was perfect.”

“Amazing place, didnt want to leave!”

“Well, what a stunning view and excellent location.”

“We had a fantastic week away at the property with family.”

“This amazing property is of high spec with the most fantastic views, location is a massive bonus.”

“Our expectations were met by the fantastic view from the property but our stay was not very comfortable.”

“Modern "upside down" house with everything you could want & fine attention to small details.”

“Our holiday at Hafod Y Mor, Criccieth was 5*+!”

“Fabulous location and views.”

“The accommodation was excellent, of a very high standard, in a fabulous location and exceptionally clean and well-equipped.”

“Hafod Y Mor is an exceptional property, a really luxurious home from home.”

“Fabulous cottage, location.”

“Superbly appointed house all fixtures and fittings are of the highest standard.”

“A brilliant cottage- well equipped, perfect location, amazing view.”

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The property

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About the location

CRICCIETH