The Captain's Penthouse | Porthmadog | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.1★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
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

47 Customer Review(s)

Andrew
August 2024

“The property has spectacular views and great location which is the only reason we scored so high.”

When we arrived the property was dirty, I’m not talking cobwebs and spiders as we expected this, as it’s so high up, but dirty sheets, brown stains on double and lots of hairs in twin. Double had been turned inside out to hide. Shower was dirty and with lots of black mould, the door of shower was off rollers on the one side when we arrived, we coax it slowly every time we wanted a shower and even then the door didn’t shut properly. 2 pairs of socks were found in property left from ...

When we arrived the property was dirty, I’m not talking cobwebs and spiders as we expected this, as it’s so high up, but dirty sheets, brown stains on double and lots of hairs in twin. Double had been turned inside out to hide. Shower was dirty and with lots of black mould, the door of shower was off rollers on the one side when we arrived, we coax it slowly every time we wanted a shower and even then the door didn’t shut properly. 2 pairs of socks were found in property left from previous guests. A lot of the crockery was chipped badly and just not enough for 6 people, we struggled with 4. dishwasher was great but economically not viable with the amount of crockery, would have had to put it on after every meal. No hoover in the property, which had we of taken our dog would have been a nightmare so we couldn’t clean. The trunk upstairs by window had had a milky drink spilt down the side of it and was very noticeable. 2bins one in kitchen and one in bathroom both had broken lids so open which encouraged flies. There is very limited space to cook or prepare food, but I had seen this in reviews so expected but didn’t realise quite how limited. It’s such a shame as apartment, furniture and fittings are of high quality but need some love and care, a lot of lights are not working in bathroom, sofas are lovely but dirty and cushions are dirty too. Upstairs by the big window, there is a used plaster in the corner, there were several moths and flys that had been swatted on the lovely window and left on the window. The blind in double has a squashed spider in it at the top. As I said we did have an amazing holiday due to location, we spent a lot more on takeout food than normal due to kitchen issues, and the cleanliness has left a bitter taste….this apartment does have the ability to be amazing!

- Andrew, August 2024

Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your recent stay. We are truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet your expectations, and we want to assure you that we are taking your comments very seriously. We wish you would have contacted us or the booking agent directly during your stay; the booking agent shares both the housekeeping’s number, property manager, and ourselves on the list of information on the confirmed booking as we want to know if you are not entirely satisfied during your stay. We have never received complaints regarding cleanliness or linen quality before, but we have immediately addressed this with our cleaning company to ensure it meets the highest standards. Their manager has personally overseen the review of the linen to guarantee that it provides the fresh and welcoming feel that we aim for. Regarding the chipped bowl you mentioned, we have removed it and replaced it. We also acknowledge that some lightbulbs needed replacement, and this has now been attended to. The shower screen you highlighted is already on order, and we are working to have it installed as soon as possible. Your feedback is invaluable in helping us maintain and improve the quality of our service. We sincerely hope you will give us another chance in the future to provide you with a perfect stay. Kind regards, Owner Property Owner
Mavis June 2024

“The parking was very difficult.”

As the access to the overflow side parking advertised was v difficult to navigate in and out of. The double bedroom in the attic area was blocked by a large stone beam. Impassable for some and dangerous for children. Should be classified as a 2 bedroom apartment not a 3.

- Mavis, June 2024
Amanda March 2024

“Fabulous apartment with the best view from both the bedroom and lounge.”

Pretty much 180 degree view, if not more. We’ve stayed on Snowdon Wharf many times and this property out-beats those as you get to watch the harbour, train station, see the fob and estuary Really spacious property with easy access, extremely comfy bed and great shower (after hubby cleaned the plug hole due to two razor covers preventing it draining). It didn’t spoil our stay at all but the property needs some teaspoons (there was just one) and a baking tray would be handy and a long handled sweeping brush too. Parking was not an issue at all. I’m just sorry I left some bread in the cupboard, I thought husband had emptied it…. we did leave everything else spotless and would definitely return.

- Amanda, March 2024
Neil December 2023

“The property has many plus points.”

The location and amazing view being the main ones. The bedrooms and living room were also comfortable, and the kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed. The massive bath was also lovely. Sadly, it was let down by its poor state or repair and general cleanliness when we arrived. Many of the maintenance issues that we found had been noted months earlier by previous guests and not fixed. The most worrying of these are some of the door handles. One of our party was trapped in a bedroom as the handle had come off the door. We booked this for a luxury Christmas break with family and paid a premium to do so. Unfortunately it would seem that the property owner has given up with trying to make it the luxury location as depicted on the listing. Additionally, when we emailed Sykes, they did nothing other than send us an email asking for feedback on 'how they sorted the issues' . They didn't sort anything, other than the property manager came round the night before we left and looked at the issues and informed us he would let the owner know again of the things that needed fixing.

- Neil, December 2023

We were sad to read your review. When you contacted Sykes during your stay, they contacted us, and we had the property manager call you and get in touch with the housekeeping as we received the message and visited you within 24 hours. The loose door handle was tightened, and we are very sorry it had become loose. Since then, we have replaced the door handle. In the regular maintenance routine, we replaced the dishwasher in January, and the washing machine will be replaced in February. We take our guest's comfort very seriously and always strive for our guests to have a great stay. Sykes contacted you again, and we thought you had a lovely stay after that. We are sorry that you feel that we didn't hear you. I'm glad you found the property very comfortable to sleep in and enjoyed the bath and the kitchen facilities. Property Owner
Nick July 2023

“Great stay, lovely views.”

Dishwasher didn't really work and pipes can get noise. We reported dishwasher and got immediate response but not sure if got fixed as we left next day.

- Nick, July 2023

Dear guest, Thank you for choosing the Captains Penthouse for your stay and for taking the time to write a review. We're delighted to hear that you had a great stay and enjoyed the lovely views. I agree, the view is remarkable to watch the clouds over the mountains, and how the estuary changes the landscape view with the tide. Hope you had a lovely cup of tea and watched the world go by from the top floor. My favourite part is when the steam train rolls into the harbour station. I apologize for the inconvenience you experienced with the dishwasher. Your comfort is our top priority, and I appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention so our property manager could go in and address it. We're grateful for your understanding and the prompt communication regarding these matters. It's feedback like yours that helps us improve and continue to provide the best experience for our guests. We hope these issues didn't mar your overall experience and that we'll have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future, ensuring a flawless stay. Warm regards, Elisabeth Property Owner
Helen June 2023

“Generally the property was maintained to a good standard apart from the shower.”

The shower fitting to the wall was loose and it was not possible to adjust the shower head fitment so the shower head was not able to be pointed in the direction required and would drop, meaning you sometimes had to hold the shower head while having a shower. There were also water leaks coming from under the shower basin.

- Helen, June 2023
Maggie March 2023

“Lovely penthouse.”

Fantastic location for visiting the local area and for Porthmadog town itself. Simply decorated in white and the furnishings are lovely and seaside touches. Very quirky living room in the loft space with amazing views of the snowdonia mountains and the harbour. Big bed is very comfortable, also with Fantastic views of the harbour and welsh mountains. BiG bath after a day out walking is just perfect. Would definitely recommend this to anyone who doesn't mind climbing lots of steps up to the entrance. We really LOVED it here.

- Maggie, March 2023
Valerie October 2022

“Great accommodation with fantastic views.”

Well equipped and clean. Personally I would have liked more preparation space in the kitchen area. My grandchildren loved the hammock. A couple of maintenance issues were a shelf in the fridge was broken and two door handles were of concern. The bathroom door handle/lock was very loose and also that of the lower bedroom. However having mentioned this it did not detract from our holiday, we just had to be careful. All in all a lovely place to to stay which was accessible to many local amenities.

- Valerie, October 2022
R September 2022

“On arrival the four of us were disappointed to have to share two tea bags and no milk - this felt very mean when compared to the welcome we have received at other Sykes properties.”

The blind cord in the back bedroom was broken, so the blind was continually down with no light coming in. Door handles both side of this room were so loose that people using this room were unwilling to shut the door and risk being locked inside. The door handle in the bathroom came off when someone was in the bathroom leaving them locked inside until rescued. Of the four lights in the dining area, one was flickering and another was not working. The dishwasher was awkward to use as one roller was missing off the storage rack on one side. The fridge also had a missing shelf and the freezer section badly needs defrosting. On a positive note, the view from this property is outstanding. We have previously stayed at other Sykes properties and we had expected better.

- R, September 2022

Thank you very much for your comments and for taking the time to let us know your thoughts. Customer feedback is very important to help us continually improve our standards. If we have received contact from you we would have been able to offer a resolve. We have since sent in our handyman to the property to attend to all the issues you have raised. A welcome pack ceased during Covid however is now going to resume. The dishwasher has been mentioned previously, unfortunately this was not checked closely, however the propeller has been fixed, our handyman is also going to check the wheel under the basket to ensure this does not happen again. I hope this did not spoil your stay too much and does not put you off from booking The Captain’s Penthouse again, we would like to thank you once again for providing your feedback, kind regards The Property Owner. Property Owner
Hayley July 2022

“Lovely apartment with the most amazing views!”

The views and location really make the stay. Couple of minor niggles during our stay - bath plug does not work, we had to wedge a knife in to get the bath to drain properly. - washing machine doesn’t have any instructions and I couldn’t get it to work at all. We downloaded instructions for the model but it still didn’t want to work. Maybe it’s us! - for the price we would have expected a welcome basket, their was nothing. Would have been nice to at least make a quick cup of tea before we headed out to get provisions. Every other house we’ve stayed in has had something. Parking can be tricky especially in the busy periods however we always managed to get parked either in front of the property or in the close by free car park. Absolutely loved the window in the lounge, sat for hours just watching the world go by and listening to all the sounds of the water. The views over to Snowdonia are breath taking. Lovely property and would definitely go back.

- Hayley, July 2022
Caroline May 2022

“We had a most enjoyable stay in this great apartment.”

One thing - the dishwasher worked satisfactorily but when we first used it we saw that one of the plastic rotors and two small parts were lying in the basket . We hope you can inform the owner / manager. The apartment was very comfortable and had fantastic views . It was in a good location with all necessary amenities in Porthmadog.

- Caroline, May 2022

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review, we are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We love this apartment, we stayed it in for two weeks before it was refurbished just to let the space speak to us on what was the way forward. We raised the floor on the top floor to get the view from the sofas. And what a view! It is always interesting. I also love the town, a little shop and coffee between the beautiful walks. Great to hear that you enjoyed the stay, and many thanks for giving us a note on the dishwasher - I've called my property manager this morning so we can have it sorted. Hope you come again. Property Owner
Linda March 2022

“Really enjoyed our stay ,it was very homely and comfortable, very well stocked ...”

Really enjoyed our stay ,it was very homely and comfortable, very well stocked with all items everything thought about, loved the views and the lounge area on the top floor totally chilling, my son and daughter particularly loving the hammock

- Linda, March 2022

That is so lovely to hear, we also love how the views keep changing with the tide in the port, steam train rolling in to town, it's just always something to look at. Thank you so much for your stay and hope you come again. Property Owner
Paul February 2022

“Had a great time at this property.”

Lovely views out of the windows of the harbour and mountains in the background. My son absolutely loved the hamock upstairs and spent pretty much the entire time in it. Good location for exploring the region. We had a couple of nice days out at Black Rock Sands which is less than 10 minutes drive. Nice walks along the coast too. The property itself is nicely appointed and had everything we needed. We didnt need the third bedroom on the top floor but it would be tricky to access for anyone with mobility issues as there is a large beam that needs to be stepped over. This is covered in the description I believe. We don't normally stay in the same place more than once but would consider coming back.

- Paul, February 2022

Thanks so much for your stay and your kind words. There is such a lovely walk along the beach, we love it too. Great for walking, and then finish the walk with a lovely cup of tea in the town. Try the Port cafe - they have the very best Lemon meringue pies. Property Owner
Struan February 2022

“Beautiful location and views from the flat.”

Well appointed. Would certainly stay here again.

- Struan, February 2022
Andrew December 2021

“Excellent accommodation the views over the harbour and amazing.”

Would definitely stay again.

- Andrew, December 2021

So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. We love the views too, it is just never boring and you can see for miles. Many thanks for your stay. My husband and I had one of our best New Year's Eves in Porthmadog when we first refurbished the apartment. Many thanks for your feedback. Property Owner
Andrew November 2021

“Excellent property but I think the concrete steps should have been highlighted greater, along with the wood beam which restricted the entrance to the upper bedroom.”

- Andrew, November 2021

So glad to hear you enjoyed your stay. Yes the Grade II Listed property doesn't have a lift so the external steps is how you reach the penthouse, but I would be very sad to hear that it would be a surprise with the images and description that says how many steps there are. I'm so glad that you still enjoyed your stay and thought the property was excellent and I hope you come again. Please do! Property Owner
Tina November 2021

“We enjoyed our stay in the lovely well equipped 'Captains Penthouse' would definitely go back, the views from the windows were fantastic.”

- Tina, November 2021
Linda September 2021

“Fab location and amazing views over the harbour to the mountains.”

Very well equipped kitchen and very comfortable bed. So much to see and do in the area, within walking distance, or a bus or train ride, or by car.

- Linda, September 2021
Sarah August 2021

“Amazing location & great to be in walking distance to town.”

Beautifully clean apartment. Few areas weren’t as expected - Stairs weren’t suitable for a puppy as open tred, fridge was tiny & didn’t work very well & single beds were not very comfortable.

- Sarah, August 2021
Donna July 2021

“THAT VIEW!!!”

You could literally just sit by that high floor window all holiday. All as seen with everything a larger family or 6 people would need. Stair and steps may be tricky for elderly or people with mobility issues. Locally you can go crabbing outside the door & shops, cafes, restaurants are 2 mins away.

- Donna, July 2021
Caitlin June 2021

“The flat was lovely.”

Great views, love the bifold windows and decking. Everything as you would expect. Only downside really was the texts, emails and expectations from Sykes re check out. Being out by 9am with a baby and a 4 year old was less than ideal, the morning was quite stressful. And paying what we did I’m not sure it’s appropriate to ask us to strip all the beds, clean everything etc. It sort of ruined our last day as the shadow of impending rush in the morning and Sykes’ emails and texts felt a bit much. There are a lot of steps too so it’s not an easy check out if you have a lot of stuff.

- Caitlin, June 2021
Joe June 2021

“Much needed break.”

In a lovely apartment with panoramic views across the harbour and mountains. great access to country and beach front walks. Ideal setting for exploring other parts of Wales. Would highly recommend.

- Joe, June 2021
Leah May 2021

“Had a lovely stay, really enjoyable and comfortable.”

The view is spectacular and the retractable window just adds to the experience. Had everything we needed in the apartment.

- Leah, May 2021
Ann September 2020

“A lovely apartment which has an amazing view of the harbour.”

Hammock good fun! However, the drainage to the shower is very slow and could do with looking at. Also a few more glasses would be helpful. There are a number of steps to the apartment (which keeps everyone fit) and a beam does cross the door opening to one of the bedrooms but this is mentioned in the property description.

- Ann, September 2020
Valerie August 2020

“Lovely apartment with spectacular views of Snowdonia.”

Ideal situation for all key places to visit in North Wales. Only down side were the steps . No problem for us but older and very young with a pram would be difficult

- Valerie, August 2020
Elizabeth February 2020

“Lovely warm and cosy accommodation, very clean and excellent central location with superb views.”

- Elizabeth, February 2020
Christopher September 2019

“Great location and we quickly got used to the steps and we are retired!”

The apartment was excellent and very comfortable. We were only 2 and the apartment sleeps 6. There is room for 6,but only one bathroom and toilet, which would be an issue for 6, particularly 6 adults. We had a brilliantly warm and sunny week, so the top floor window was used on a daily basis. Would recommend for this feature on its own. The location was great with all the facilities you needed within walking distance. Great location to explore the area.

- Christopher, September 2019
Belinda July 2019

“Beautiful apartment with all details mentioned clearly on the blurb.”

Lovely and clean, firm beds and powerful shower. Excellent base to explore North Wales and right on the coastal path. Felt privileged to stay here and definitely coming back.

- Belinda, July 2019
Gill July 2019

“Good apartment in excellent location However , Cleanliness isn't up to ...”

Good apartment in excellent location However , Cleanliness isn't up to scratch -Bathroom particularly Several loose door handles throughout - Needs a little TLC and minor repairs I cant remember if on description it details the access by many many steps - OK for us but needs to be notified

- Gill, July 2019

Many thanks for your feedback and we can confirm that all the issues that you have raise have now been rectified. The website does state - The apartment is accessed via 41 external stone steps Property Owner
Liz July 2019

“Very comfortable apartment, .”

Fabulous location. Will definately be returning !!

- Liz, July 2019
Richard May 2019

“Bedroom has beam blocking doorway.”

- Richard, May 2019
Julian April 2019

“Very nice apartment, in a good location, with views across the harbour.”

The only issue is with parking, which at busy times is difficult - only two allocated spaces for the whole block, so it's a free for all to park wherever you can.

- Julian, April 2019
Victoria March 2019

“Wow what a view!”

!! Stunning!!! You couldn't beat the location. Unfortunately however the apartment didn't match up to the view. To be a boutique apartment this has some way to go. Lacking in luxury touches and quality of fixtures and fittings need attention. We appreciate they have responded to criticism of previous visitors but there is still certain issues that need to be resolved and improved. Such as poor quality bathroom storage and toilet roll holder, only having one black rubbish bag and no dishwasher tablets. Hairdryer was supplied 3 days into stay. Bedding and towels are well worn and mattress protectors not clean but were when we left, due to us washing them. No vanity stool and really disappointed in welcome pack/facility book. However the beds were very comfortable. The upstairs is not a comfortable place to spend time and this room could really benefit with soft furnishings and some luxury to enjoy that great view. Currently it's hard, cold and uninviting. We are only pleased we payed an out of season price as this does not warrant what they charge in high season at all.

- Victoria, March 2019
Benjamin February 2019

“Nice weekend getaway.”

Location is fantastic although the steps are a bit of a challenge when loading and unloading for the weekend. Could do with better WIFI. Looks like they got a new provider but forgot to update the instructions to connect. Also advertised Apple TV however there was no remote control to be found. Also could do with a bit of maintenance. Loose plaster in the bathroom and a mismatched toilet seat made it seems like maintenance was a bit hap hazard. All in all it is a nice place for the winter discount rate. Kids loved the hammock.

- Benjamin, February 2019
Janice November 2018

“Few issues with the property which was listed as ‘boutique’; bed linen and towels marked/dirty, crockery (mugs) chipped, shower and bath both with draining problems, master bedroom window catches broken so had to be wedged shut with a teaspoon, all indoor candles require new batteries; all issues raised in previous reviews and in housekeepers notes and visitor book at the property; shame because the location is spot on and minimal housekeeping could really improve this apartment.”

- Janice, November 2018
Ayrton September 2018

“Currently on holiday in this apartment view and location is excellent the maintenance of the property is ridiculous and certainly not what I expected after staying here before.”

Shower continuously leeks Shower tray doesn’t drain maximum 3 mins in shower or it will overflow. Shower seals covered in mound. Bath doesn’t drain without manual assistance as draining mechanism no longer works. Toilet seat doesn’t fit. Window locks in the master bedroom are missing which means they don’t shut properly so a lot of outside noise (we used teaspoons to keep the window shut). Sound bar doesn’t work due to damaged sockets. Almost certain there is a leak upstairs as there is dripping noises downstairs and leak marks on the ceiling downstairs. Overall very disappointing we never expect perfection but several of these comments are in the feedback book and reviews owners obviously to lazy to fix but happy to take my money Sykes sought this lazy owner out.

- Ayrton, September 2018
Valerie September 2018

“The accommodation has a fantastic view of the harbour and this redeems it somewhat as there are many small issues with the property.”

There is no decent hanging facilities in the twin room and the door handle is loose. The lock on the bathroom door came off. The shower dripped constantly and the shower cannot be used on full as the tray fills up too quickly. The toilet seat is too small for the toilet. There are chipped mugs in the cupboard and the dishwasher was filthy. We were there for 2 nights ( 4 adults) and ate out. If we had been a bigger party, there would not have been enough room for our things or sufficient cooking equipment. I would not consider this a luxury flat. It does not represent good value for money in its present condition.

- Valerie, September 2018
Jane September 2018

“Whilst most expectations were met there are a couple things which need to be commented on.”

The WiFi was not working on arrival on 14th September and did not start to work until the Sunday morning 16th. The shower did not drain effectively and although both of these things had been put in the housekeeping notes and guest book on previous occasions, it appears that these problems had not been addressed. Overall the setting is lovely, with great views and within easy access of restaurants bars and shops. Would recommend.

- Jane, September 2018
Anne September 2018

“Nice position but very poor value for money Second visit to captains penthouse and unlikely to stay again.”

We fed back comments last year and none appear to have been acted on. The apartment is nice and is in a lovely position but it is not luxury as stated and priced. On arrival, one of the keys was broken. Had the cleaners not been at the property we would have been unable to gain access and as we later discovered the property manager and owner were away, they would not have been available to sort this out. The cleaners were really helpful and gave us their keys. Lots of niggly issues:- chipped paintwork, loose door handles, dripping shower, badly draining bath. There was a bad stain/mould in the bathroom from a previous or possibly current leak. As well as this the kitchen has exactly 6 of each item (sometimes fewer) and no serving dishes etc, so making and serving a meal for 6 is tricky . Most of the cups are chipped which is not only not luxury it is unhygienic. Poor quality bedding is very tired and stained, pillows uncomfortable and towels were old and rough. All of this can be seen as our opinion but we have stayed in “ luxury” places previously and the quality of everything was much better in them. We had no internet all week!!! This was very difficult for all of us and a couple of our party in particular who needed to work. We specifically booked a place that had WiFi. Having eventually gone through Sykes cottages the Property manager arranged a time to sort that and some other things out. We had to wait in and he arrived almost 3 hours late. He went away to get some new locks and we never saw him again. Furthermore the WiFi remained broken. Many of the points I’ve made here are also raised in the visitor and housekeepers books and go back many months. This suggests to us that either it is not being read at all or the customer feedback and concerns are being ignored......not great either way. We also tried to contact someone at the beginning of our stay to get the internet and locks etc sorted quickly, both the owner and property manager were unavailable!! In our opinion the owners need to upgrade this apartment, sort out the bits that are tired and broken, include much better quality equipment throughout and very definitely sort out the internet issues OR reduce the weekly rate .

- Anne, September 2018
Asif August 2018

“Great location with beautiful views.”

Wifi was intermittent and urgently needs to be upgraded.

- Asif, August 2018
Liz August 2018

“We loved the apartment - v.”

stylist. A shame that a few little things let it down - toilet seat is much too small for the toilet. Not enough crockery or cutlery as only 6 of some items meaning the dishwasher needed to go on every day which is a waste of energy for the owner vs small cost of providing extra crockery and cutlery.

- Liz, August 2018
Robert June 2018

“Perfect accommodation for a weekend break!”

Lovely apartment with fantastic view of the marina and hills. I would recommend it. Handy having things like ironing board and dishwasher tablets there too.

- Robert, June 2018
Linda June 2018

“The apartment is in a fantastic location, clean and ideal for a week's holiday, the listing wasn't quite right in the respect of it stated the nearest pub was a mile away when infact there is one to the left of the apartment in the square and the others are a very easy walk into the town.”

The drainage of the shower is inadequate as the shower tray fills with water and doesn't drain until the shower is switched off which makes it quite slippy when showering, not really ideal. The master bedroom could do with a small stool for the dressing table for doing hair/makeup etc.

- Linda, June 2018
Julie May 2018

“Beautiful apartment overlooking the Harbour, with fantastic views.”

Well placed for local shops, amenities and the steam train. Outstanding views of the countryside from the apartment with easy access to numerous attractions in North Wales, we loved our stay. Although the apartment sleeps 6, I would not recommend 6 adults as this would be a squeeze, also there are 43 steps to get in there, so a bit of a challenge for the infirm. We were a party of 4 adults which was fine. Highly recommended

- Julie, May 2018
Sarah April 2018

“We enjoyed our break in the Captain's Penthouse immensely.”

The apartment was exactly as described and the view from the upper living room is stunning. The rooms are all finished beautifully and all the facilities were in great working order. The description of how many steps to get to the apartment was very accurate and in fact seemed less when we actually arrived. We had a lovely welcome gift from the hosts which was much appreciated and did not want for anything. I would definitely recommend this apartment and would like to come back one day. Many thanks for a great stay!

- Sarah, April 2018
Graham November 2017

“Thus location is excellent no matter if you plan an active holiday such as walking, rock climbing, boating etc.”

Or you just want to relax and enjoy the scenery, walk into town to brows round the shops, and so fourth. It is worth booking this accommodation any time of year, (we booked November) because the accommodation is very comfortable indeed. Can't recommend the Captains Penthouse enough.

- Graham, November 2017
Georgina July 2017

“Our grandson left his favourite cuddly toy in the apartment.”

As soon as we realised this we contacted Sykes and Amy was empathetic and very helpful. The location of the apartment couldn't have been better. We could walk round the corner to a small beach where we were able to explore rock pools, which the grandchildren adored, or we could go further afield to the slate mines, Criccieth, Snowdonia etc. The fact that the steam railway departs from Porthmadog was an added bonus and we thoroughly enjoyed our journey to Blaneau Ffestiniog. The views from the living room were spectacular even on rainy days and the colours on the mountains were never the same on any two days. On the Saturday evening we had an added bonus of not one but two firework displays. Never found out what it was all about.

- Georgina, July 2017

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Summary

Over third and fourth floors: Three bedrooms: 1 x third floor king-size double, 1 x fourth floor double, 1 x third floor twin
Third floor bathroom with a double-ended bath, separate shower, basin and WC
Third floor open plan kitchen with dining area
Fourth floor sitting room with sea and mountain views and woodburning stove.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 4 x Smart TV , WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent, please bring own beach towels
Travel cot and highchair on request
Off road parking for 1 car in communal parking area on first come, first served basis
Additional roadside parking nearby on first come, first served basis
Use of shared decked area with table and chairs
no smoking
One well behaved Dog accepted (own basket and bowl must be provided)
Shops, pubs and restaurants 4 mins walk
Harbour/marina opposite
Beach 15 mins walk
Note: The apartment is accessed via 41 external stone steps; care should be taken at all times and may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
Note: The stairs inside the apartment are open tread so children should be supervised
Note: The fourth floor double bedroom has sloping ceilings and restricted head height, access requires stepping over a large beam
Note: Check-in 4pm.

The property

A beautiful third and fourth floor apartment, full of charm and character occupying an excellent position within this historic Grade II listed building, which dates back to the early 1800s and formed part of the original cobbled harbour in the town of Porthmadog.

This lovely boutique penthouse enjoys some superb and uninterrupted views over the picturesque Porthmadog harbour, encompassing the estuary, mountains and the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Steam Railways and will appeal to energetic couples, friends or a family who love the outdoors and want to be centrally located with the beach and many of the attractions the Snowdonia National Park has to offer.

Fully refurbished this apartment is well insulated to ensure a warm and cosy environment.

Accessed via 36 external stone steps this wonderful apartment is worth the climb and you will be rewarded once inside with some stunning views from most rooms and a stylish and tasteful interior with a fresh, nautical theme with one or two quirky attributes which compliment this wonderful holiday apartment.

The Penthouse has been lovingly refurbished by the owners and all your needs have been catered for to ensure you have a wonderful holiday and have some great memories to take away with you.

Arranged on one floor when you enter the apartment is a super modern and funky kitchen which extends to a light, bright dining area, wonderful for social gatherings or a sophisticated soirée.

The two well-appointed bedrooms, each have a TV and boast exposed stonework and the master has a king-size bed and stunning harbour views.

The family bathroom which services the whole apartment makes a real statement with 3D slate tiles, a double-ended bath, heated mirror to prevent fogging, and a separate shower cubicle.

Upstairs is a relaxing and welcoming sitting room with wonderful bespoke Chesterfield sofas, a warming woodburning stove and the hammock hanging from the beams allows you to lie down and gently sway reading a book.

Gaze out from the wonderful bi-fold dormer windows which open up the whole length of the room so you can take in the most magnificent view and enjoy the sea breeze on balmy summer evenings.

Just off the sitting room is the third bedroom accessed by stepping over one of the heavy oak roof timbers which forms the A frame of the apartments roof.

The apartment has direct access on to the decked courtyard which has some wonderful elevated views, there are sun loungers and a BBQ area for you to enjoy.

The apartment is superbly placed to enjoy the towns array of independent shops, galleries, restaurants, pubs and tea rooms.

There are some lovely walks and the gentle stroll up the road, which runs high behind the apartment, takes you to the pretty little village of Borth-y-Gest and along the coast to Black Rock Sands.

The children will love crabbing off the harbour wall, crazy golf in the park or for something completely different, why not try llama trekking?

Some of North Wales best attractions are within easy reach, the world famous Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland steam railways, and just a couple of miles away the Italianate village and gardens of Portmeirion.

Take a day to explore the historic castles at Criccieth, Harlech and Caernarfon or discover the Llyn Peninsula, the many watersports opportunities at Abersoch, and the quaint fishing village of Aberdaron.

This is a truly lovely apartment and provides a great base anytime of the year.

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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.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The property has spectacular views and great location which is the only reason we scored so high.”

“The parking was very difficult.”

“Fabulous apartment with the best view from both the bedroom and lounge.”

“The property has many plus points.”

“Great stay, lovely views.”

“Generally the property was maintained to a good standard apart from the shower.”

“Lovely penthouse.”

“Great accommodation with fantastic views.”

“On arrival the four of us were disappointed to have to share two tea bags and no milk - this felt very mean when compared to the welcome we have received at other Sykes properties.”

“Lovely apartment with the most amazing views!”

“We had a most enjoyable stay in this great apartment.”

“Really enjoyed our stay ,it was very homely and comfortable, very well stocked ...”

“Had a great time at this property.”

“Beautiful location and views from the flat.”

“Excellent accommodation the views over the harbour and amazing.”

“Excellent property but I think the concrete steps should have been highlighted greater, along with the wood beam which restricted the entrance to the upper bedroom.”

“We enjoyed our stay in the lovely well equipped 'Captains Penthouse' would definitely go back, the views from the windows were fantastic.”

“Fab location and amazing views over the harbour to the mountains.”

“Amazing location & great to be in walking distance to town.”

“THAT VIEW!!!”

“The flat was lovely.”

“Much needed break.”

“Had a lovely stay, really enjoyable and comfortable.”

“A lovely apartment which has an amazing view of the harbour.”

“Lovely apartment with spectacular views of Snowdonia.”

“Lovely warm and cosy accommodation, very clean and excellent central location with superb views.”

“Great location and we quickly got used to the steps and we are retired!”

“Beautiful apartment with all details mentioned clearly on the blurb.”

“Good apartment in excellent location However , Cleanliness isn't up to ...”

“Very comfortable apartment, .”

“Bedroom has beam blocking doorway.”

“Very nice apartment, in a good location, with views across the harbour.”

“Wow what a view!”

“Nice weekend getaway.”

“Currently on holiday in this apartment view and location is excellent the maintenance of the property is ridiculous and certainly not what I expected after staying here before.”

“The accommodation has a fantastic view of the harbour and this redeems it somewhat as there are many small issues with the property.”

“Whilst most expectations were met there are a couple things which need to be commented on.”

“Nice position but very poor value for money Second visit to captains penthouse and unlikely to stay again.”

“Great location with beautiful views.”

“We loved the apartment - v.”

“Perfect accommodation for a weekend break!”

“The apartment is in a fantastic location, clean and ideal for a week's holiday, the listing wasn't quite right in the respect of it stated the nearest pub was a mile away when infact there is one to the left of the apartment in the square and the others are a very easy walk into the town.”

“Beautiful apartment overlooking the Harbour, with fantastic views.”

“We enjoyed our break in the Captain's Penthouse immensely.”

“Thus location is excellent no matter if you plan an active holiday such as walking, rock climbing, boating etc.”

“Our grandson left his favourite cuddly toy in the apartment.”

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PORTHMADOG