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Melin Bach

Porthmadog, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 1007874)

4.9★

Menai Holiday Cottages rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Broadband / WiFi

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32 Customer Review(s)

  • Manjit

    “We went to the cottage for the week and the minute we walked through the front door it felt like home, it was very clean and comfortable.”

    The views out of every window in the cottage was breath taking, the walks and scenic views was amazing and so relaxing. The only downside was the mattress which was a little uncomfortable for my back but that won’t stop me going back there Paul and Caroline were lovely and very helpful and just left us to it. I will definately be going back there for sure.

    The views out of every window in the cottage was breath taking, the walks and scenic views was amazing and so relaxing. The only downside was the mattress which was a little uncomfortable for my back but that won’t stop me going back there Paul and Caroline were lovely and very helpful and just left us to it. I will definately be going back there for sure.

    - Manjit, February 2025
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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with sloping ceilings, 1 x ground-floor bunk
  • Ground-floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen with dining area
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove.
  • Gas central heating, radiators and woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice-box, washing machine, Smart TV with FreeSat, a selection of books, games and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Off-road parking for one car
  • Rear patio with furniture
  • One well-behaved dog welcome (downstairs only and not in bedrooms, please bring own dog beds, blankets and towels)
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 6.8 miles, pub 5.5 miles
  • Note: Due to the location of the property, there is no mobile signal, however the internet network will support WiFi calling
  • Note: Home deliveries are available with Tesco
  • Note: Private water supply which is tested annually
  • Note: There is an internal step down to kitchen, shower room and 3 steps to bunk room
  • Note: Arrival is 4pm
  • Note: Property can be booked with Ref 1007875 and 1007868, together they can sleep 10 guests
  • Note:this property is not suitable for more than two adults
  • Note: the property only accepts a minimum breaks of 3 nights.

The property

Porthmadog 8 miles.

An idyllic, stone-built barn conversion enjoying a rural position within the majestic land of the Snowdonia National Park.

This tranquil space has been designed to offer a memorable getaway for a family seeking to explore all of the delights that this location has to offer, as well as the bustling seaside town of Porthmadog resting close by.

Be welcomed into this real home from home by the sitting room, where the charm and character of the property is truly highlighted by the exposed brick walls, the exposed beams and the original workings from when the property was a barn can still be found.

Within the sitting room you will find a warming woodburning stove which offers comfort during a winter’s evening as well as plush sofas to ensure a tranquil setting after an action-packed day.

Moving through the property, you will find a well-equipped kitchen/diner, where home-cooked meals can be enjoyed with the entire family gathered around.

The interior is complete by two well-presented bedrooms, comprising of a king-size double bedroom with slopping ceilings and a charming ground-floor bunk bedroom which is perfect for any younger guests.

Note: Property can be booked with Ref 1007875 and 1007868, together they can sleep 10 guests.

Plas Y Pennant Holiday Cottages

Porthmadog 8 miles. Relax and enjoy the peace, tranquility and ambiance of these three wonderful holiday cottages. Located in a rural and remote location nestled within the beautiful hillside scenery of Cwm Pennant, considered to be one of the most beautiful valleys in North Wales. This delightful courtyard of cottages are situated right next to the owners own home, set in 16 acres of gardens, paddocks and gentle sloping mature pastureland, making an idyllic setting for any countryside retreat. Full of charm and character, every cottage offers a unique holiday experience, whilst each with two bedrooms, a family shower room and a woodburning stove. Each of the cottages also come with their very own private patio with outdoor seating, so you can delight in the unspoilt countryside views as you bask in the sunshine on a warm summer's day. The nearest pub is The Goat, serving tasty home-made food, located approximately 1 mile along the A487 in Glandwyfach, with the nearest shop a few more miles away in Tremadog. The harbour town of Porthmadog is eight miles away and offers an array of independent shops, pubs, eating establishments, tea rooms and the Ffestiniog Railway, where you can travel through Snowdonia, savouring a romantic journey via steam engine, to Blaenau Ffestiniog, or jump aboard the Welsh Highland steam railway to Caernarfon. The vast sandy beach of Black Rock Sands and the sand and shingle beach at Criccieth, with its 13th century castle is also nearby, offering a superb coastal location, with fine restaurants. You can also pay a visit to the pretty, Italianate village of Portmeirion and explore the wonders of Snowdonia National Park, home to the tallest mountain in Wales. While the entire Cardigan Bay, Llyn Peninsula, Snowdonia National Park and the Isle of Anglesey are all within easy reach. A fabulous opportunity not to be missed - The ideal base for readers, writers, artists, walkers and nature lovers all year round.

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About the location

PORTHMADOG

Harlech 5 miles; Caernarfon 19 miles.

The bustling harbour town of Porthmadog lies on the Glaslyn Estuary and enjoys a stunning setting. The gateway to the Snowdonia National Park, Porthmadog is full of individual shops and restaurants, and home to the Ffestiniog Railway and the Welsh Highland railway where you can travel by steam through spectacular Snowdonia scenery, to Blaenau Ffestiniog or Caerforn . The pretty village of Borth Y Gest, with its cliffs and coves, is a short walk or drive from the town. The well known and unique Italianate village of Portmeirion is just down the coast. Situated on a rugged clifftop on its own private peninsula, Portmeirion, famous as the location of the TV show The Prisoner and the final episode of Cold Feet, is surrounded by miles of sandy beaches and woodlands. The area also boasts castles at Criccieth and Harlech, and superb unspoilt beaches such as Black Rock Sands, where the sands stretch as far as the eye can see. Also within reach is the famous Zip World Slate Caverns and Bounce Below where you can get involved with a variety of activities including the thrilling zip wires and underground caverns to explore; there is something here to suit the whole family. An ideal location for the attractions of Snowdonia and the The Lleyn Peninsula.

Note: the property only accepts a minimum breaks of 3 nights
Please Note Due to recent storm damage the property temporarily has no Wifi and struggles with phone reception.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Christmas