Bywyd Da (232 Cae Du)

4.7★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

19 Customer Review(s)

Janet

“Rang sykes to enquire if there was a freezer in the kitchen as we were celebrating two birthday s ,told just an under counter fridge.”

There was a freezer in the garage which was great ,being 7 of us Freezer should be listed on the information when booking. .Water went cold,rang agents and it was dealt with very quickly.

There was a freezer in the garage which was great ,being 7 of us Freezer should be listed on the information when booking. .Water went cold,rang agents and it was dealt with very quickly.

- Janet

Thank you for your review. As you quite rightly say, there is an under counter size freezer in the garage with an additional fridge too. We are sorry to hear you received incorrect information and will make sure this will be rectified on the website. We are very happy to hear the hot water was dealt with so quickly with minimum inconvenience. Thanks again. Property Owner
Philip

“Thanks everything perfect”

- Philip

Thank you so much for your feedback, Mr Rymer. We are delighted you enjoyed your stay again and would, of course, welcome you back anytime. Property Owner
Joanne

“We had a lovely stay.”

The house was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed as a family of 5! We will definitely stay again.

- Joanne

Thank you for such a wonderful review. We would love to welcome you back to Bywyd Da soon Property Owner
Kim

“This property was everything we asked for and more .”

. there were 4 generations of our family on this 4 day break and it ticked every box for all .. the communal space was the perfect space for us to spend our feet up time together .. the sofa was so comfortable and the added bonus of blankets made it really cosy .. sadly the weather wasn’t on our side so eating outside ( fabulous space ) or coffee /drinks on the balcony weren’t an option The house was immaculately clean and everything had been thought of for our stay We have been coming to Abersoch for 55 years and always had our own caravan this was the first time we have stayed in accommodation there The location is perfect Great house great location .. fingers crossed better weather next time The Smiths

- Kim

Thank you so much for your wonderful review, it is truly appreciated and we are so pleased you liked our new sofa! You sound like true Abersoch fans and we would love to welcome you back anytime. Property Owner
Ian

“A lovely place to stay in a great location.”

Very clean and well maintained. Fully intend to stay again soon.

- Ian

Many thanks for such a wonderful review, Mr Crewe, we do appreciate the time you have spent in reviewing our property and are delighted you had such a lovely time. We would love to welcome you back very soon! Property Owner
Richard

“Great house.”

Loved short distance to the town. 4 friends just wanted a chilled few days and it delivered. Thank you.

- Richard

Thank you for your great feedback., we really appreciate it and are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Gwenann

“We had a lovely stay at Bywyd Da!”

The cottage was spacious, comfortable and spotlessly clean. Fab location. We will definitely book again. Thank you :)

- Gwenann

Thank you so much for your feedback, Mrs Jones. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and would love to welcome you back anytime. Property Owner
Philip

“Clean and comfortable with everything we needed for our stay back again next year”

- Philip

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review we do appreciate it. . We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and looking forward to your return next year. Thanks again. Property Owner
Jonathan

“We were very happy Nicely decorated and well presented property in a great location Thank you”

- Jonathan

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are delighted to hear you have enjoyed our home in Abersoch and we would love to welcome you back anytime. Property Owner
Emma

“What a place!”

Had a lovely week in this beautiful property, perfect location and great facilities. Would recommend to stay here and will definitely be returning and hopefully the weather will be as perfect! Thanks

- Emma

Thank you for such a lovely review. So pleased to hear you’ve had a wonderful time and we would love to welcome you back to Abersoch, anytime. Property Owner
Jude

“Great communication before we travelled - nothing was too much trouble, even down to checking what coffee machine the house had!”

The property is beautifully decorated and clean, this was an initially a concern to me as so many holiday lets aren’t - but this was spotless. It also had comfy beds & nice bedding. The ability to book a 3 night stay was a huge benefit to us too as many properties want a 5 or 7 night minimum stay in school holidays which doesn’t work for us anymore with older children. It was also well priced for a 3 night stay. We will definitely book again. Thankyou

- Jude

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and would be delighted to welcome you back again. Property Owner
Marie

“A lovely and attractive property.”

Crockery, cutlery and equipment was very well provided although I was disappointed with the condition of the non stick frying pans and baking dishes. I suspect that they had been previously ill treated but I was put off from using them. I couldn’t find a potato peeler! There is no heating on the upper floor but although the weather was cold and wet we were never cold. However, it was not easy to dry towels as there is no heated towel rail. We made a makeshift rack in the airing cupboard using the loose rails that were there! The bed on the top floor was a bit strange as it had two mattresses which kept sliding. We also found the 15 Tog quilt very warm. I think people need to be aware that the ceiling in this room slopes rather a lot on one side of the bed. I am only 5ft 1 inch tall but had to bend over almost double to get into bed or get clothing from the bedside drawers and this problem was exacerbated by the thickness of the mattress. We think an extractor in the bathroom on the upper floor would be really good. Freeing up a cupboard in the kitchen for dry food would be a good idea. Perhaps glasses could be stored in the bookcase/cupboard in the dining area. The fire extinguisher and blanket should really be fixed to the wall for easy access in the event of a fire. Despite my comments above, we did enjoy our stay at the property and would definitely consider staying again when visiting relatives. It is conveniently situated for walking into Abersoch. Unfortunately the weather was not on our side to do that.

- Marie
Margaret

“Extra shower over bath would be useful Ridiculously bizarre numbering system on the estate!”

Please put house number on outside of house. Stress need for own towels. Kitchen floor was not soundproofed so downstairs bedroom was noisy Light switch in shower room was in a bad spot. Lots of good facilities and very clean. Thank you

- Margaret

Hello, thank you for kindly leaving us a review. We agree with you, it would indeed be useful to have an additional shower over the bath in the upstairs bathroom. As the summer season is now over, we will be in a better position to look into having one installed. Yes, you are absolutely right! The house numbers on Cae Du can be so confusing and we do have a number displayed clearly on the front of the house, unfortunately, the week before your arrival date we had a beautiful new balcony fitted and the number had been taken down for the works to take place. Please accept our sincere apologies for any inconvenience this has caused you. We shall certainly reinstall the number for the benefit of future guests. We do hope you enjoyed the new balcony and were able to enjoy some late summer sunshine on there. It does state quite clearly on the website that although all bed linens are included, towels are not, please accept our apologies if you didn’t notice that. We are so very pleased to hear you found our property to be very clean and full of good facilities - we aim to give our guests the best possible holiday we can in Bywyd Da. Thank you again for your kind review and we would love to welcome you back anytime. will Property Owner
Victoria

“A cottage sleeping 8 should have 8 comfy seats in lounge.”

Also a second shower would be better. Very well stocked kitchen

- Victoria

***** UPDATE Another shower has been installed in the upstairs bathroom. Thank you so much for your feedback, it’s always so welcome from our guests. There are in fact 14 seats in the lounge area in total, we are so sorry you found them inadequate. We agree with you that a second shower would be useful in the upstairs bathroom, it would be a welcome addition to the bath, that some guests prefer. We are currently looking into having one installed. We are happy to hear you were pleased with the kitchen equipment, we have tried so hard to stock it well for the comfort of our guests. Thank you again for your comments and we would love to welcome you back to our lovely home any time. Property Owner
Mrs C Brown

“We spent a lovely few days at Bywyd Da which is in a great location, short walk to centre of Abersoch, even nearer to the beach and to a small Food shop.”

Loved the open plan living space, perfect for everyone to be together. Very comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen and an overall cosy feel.

- Mrs C Brown
Debra

“The heating and hot water was not on when we arrived.”

Apparently the cleaners should have ensures it was ready. It took a couple of hours to get it going after phone calls between us, Sykes and the owner. There was no info pack at the house which would have helped. The shower was very small and didn’t frown very well. The garage light did not work. The house was lovely- styled very well and easy access to the village.

- Debra

Hello. Thank you for your review. Please accept our sincere apologies for the heating and hot water issues you encountered upon your arrival and we were so happy we were able to rectify it within a couple of hours for you. We agree about the info pack, we were not aware there wasn’t one available, but one will be accessible to our guests in the future. Thank you so much for bringing this to our attention. The light bulb going out in the garage was unfortunate but has been replaced. Thank you again for letting us know about it. We are so pleased to hear you loved the style of our house, it was chosen with a lot of love and care. We agree with you, the location is wonderful, within a short walking distance to the beautiful beach and wonderful village of Abersoch. We would love to see you again, enjoying our lovely property in Abersoch. Property Owner
Agha Amjad

“Best holiday and very nice and clean cottage me and my all family very happy we come back again this place”

- Agha Amjad

Thank you so very much for your kind feedback. We would love to welcome you back, anytime. Property Owner
Suzanne and Jason, Sale Cheshire

“We had a fantastic week, the house was comfortable and perfectly equipped for all our needs.”

With just a short walk from the beach and town it was an ideal get away for our family. The outside area was an added bonus with the girls enjoying eating breakfast, lunch and tea in the sunshine. We definitely would recommend it to our friends and would be happy to visit again. Thank you

- Suzanne and Jason, Sale Cheshire
Mrs Baxendale

“Bywyd Da is simply stunning with every attention to detail that you could wish for.”

The owners have thought of everything you may need on holiday. The location is perfect, a short walk down to the beach and the towns' amenities, its charming. Even if you don't fancy a wander to the beach, the back garden is a sun trap with excellent garden furniture, perfect for a chilled out afternoon and evening. All in all, a beautiful holiday home in a beautiful location. Our family has stayed here 3 times and will definitely be revisiting this year. 10/10

- Mrs Baxendale

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Summary

Reverse-level accommodation
Over three floors
Four bedrooms: 2 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x second-floor twin
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Second-floor bathroom with bath, shower, basin and WC
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, sitting area and balcony
External utility
Electric storage heaters
Electric oven and hob, microwave, Nespresso Citiz, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher
Under counter freezer and an additional fridge in the garage
TV with Freeview and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 3 cars
Enclosed rear garden with patio, gravelled area and furniture
Balcony with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.5 miles and beach 0.6 miles
Note: There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £200
Note: Towels are NOT provided

The property

Bywyd Da, which means 'Good Life' in Welsh, is a fantastic semi-detached holiday property in Abersoch.

Bywyd Da is a perfect base for a family or group of eight's coastal holiday, since it is located in the calm Cae Du estate, just a short walk from Abersoch's High Street and beaches.

After parking in one of the three off-road spaces, walk inside to find two elegant ground-floor king-size rooms, one with warm tones and seaside furnishings and the other with a roomy interior; both rooms have lots of storage.

The ground-floor bedrooms share a modern shower room with a large walk-in shower and contemporary tiling.

Climb the stairs to see a lovely open-plan living area with rustic exposed beams that match the contemporary fixtures.

The sitting area has leather seats for you and your loved ones to relax on while watching your favourite show on the wall-mounted TV; the sitting area also extends out to a sunny balcony with additional chairs for you to relax on while soaking up the sunlight.

The kitchen is a show-stopper, with high-gloss cabinets housing integrated appliances such as a convenient built-in microwave, washing machine, and tumble dryer.

A great dining space is located just behind the kitchen, with cream, leather chairs for you to relax in while enjoying a delicious dinner and a bottle of wine.

Ascend the stairs once more to find two more bedrooms, the first of which is a double with soothing blues and greens throughout, and the second of which is a lovely twin room ideal for the kids; both rooms have skylights and share access to a fantastic bathroom with a bath and illuminated mirror, allowing you to get ready in style.

The back garden is a work of art that has been designed with tranquilly in mind; not only does it have manicured landscaping, but it also features sun loungers and outdoor seats for you to enjoy.

Wander into the village and stock up on necessities at the well-stocked SPAR, before enjoying a local brew at The Vaynol and heading down to the beautiful beaches that surround the village; why not stop for a game of golf at the golf club?

Spend the day in Llanbedrog, where you can visit Plas Glyn y Weddw, an outstanding art gallery and café, and catch a movie at the open-air theatre during the summer months; the hamlet also has a variety of eateries and a popular beach to explore.

Enjoy a day trip to Pwllheli, where sports enthusiasts may visit the town's Leisure Centre, which has a pool, tennis courts, and children's activities; visit the charming Oriel Y Mor art museum; and then relax on Traeth Glan-y-Don or Traeth Marian-y-De.

With the wonderful fortress of Castell Criccieth, the heritage centre of Nant Gwrtheyrn, and the thrilling Glasfryn Parc all just a short drive away, there is enough to see in this region of Wales.

Bywyd Da will help you create unforgettable moments with your loved ones.

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

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About the location

ABERSOCH

Pwllheli 6 miles.

The attractive harbour village of Abersoch is situated on the Llyn Peninsula in a region of Wales renowned for its outstanding scenery and varied walking. The village, situated between two glorious bays, is one of the most popular sailing venues in North Wales and important sailing regattas are held there throughout the summer months. Numerous shops cater for the tourist as well as pubs, restaurants and cafes. There are also opportunities for golfers as there is a course just outside the village and horse riding facilities are also available nearby. Watersports enthusiasts are also well catered for, particularly windsurfing, water skiing and dinghy sailing, not to mention renowned surfing at Port Neigwl (Hell’s Mouth). The long, sandy Abersoch Main Beach is probably the most popular beach in the area. There is a wonderful selection of beaches in the surrounding area of the Llyn Peninsula, including the beautiful and often quiet Porth Ceriad, with it's high cliffs, and sandy Porth Oer ("Whistling Sands"). Most of the coastline is owned by the National Trust and there are many remote bays, sandy beaches and cliffs, as well as wildlife havens like Bardsey Island to explore.

Note: Towels and bath mat sets are NOT provided
NOTE Sofa by Patio doors foot rest mechanism might get stuck, preference dont use at moment

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Reviews & Ratings

“Rang sykes to enquire if there was a freezer in the kitchen as we were celebrating two birthday s ,told just an under counter fridge.”

“Thanks everything perfect”

“We had a lovely stay.”

“This property was everything we asked for and more .”

“A lovely place to stay in a great location.”

“Great house.”

“We had a lovely stay at Bywyd Da!”

“Clean and comfortable with everything we needed for our stay back again next year”

“We were very happy Nicely decorated and well presented property in a great location Thank you”

“What a place!”

“Great communication before we travelled - nothing was too much trouble, even down to checking what coffee machine the house had!”

“A lovely and attractive property.”

“Extra shower over bath would be useful Ridiculously bizarre numbering system on the estate!”

“A cottage sleeping 8 should have 8 comfy seats in lounge.”

“We spent a lovely few days at Bywyd Da which is in a great location, short walk to centre of Abersoch, even nearer to the beach and to a small Food shop.”

“The heating and hot water was not on when we arrived.”

“Best holiday and very nice and clean cottage me and my all family very happy we come back again this place”

“We had a fantastic week, the house was comfortable and perfectly equipped for all our needs.”

“Bywyd Da is simply stunning with every attention to detail that you could wish for.”

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About the location

ABERSOCH