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Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views!

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views!

Our cottage, with private parking and open fire with fuel, is located in Croesor, within the Snowdonia National Park between Cnicht (a pyramid shaped mountain popular with climbers and hikers) and the Moelwyn range of mountains. There are varied and stunning walks available straight from the front door! The seaside at Morfa Bwchan (Black Rock Sands) is a short drive away near Porthmadog, and boasts large stretches of beautiful yellow sands, set between the castles of Criccieth and Harlech. There is a local shop and cafe/restaurant in Llanfrothen, two miles away. The nearest big supermarkets (Tesco/Aldi/Lidl) are in Porthmadog, 8 miles from Croesor. There is often a cafe in the village, as well as at the Brondanw estate a mile from Croesor. The Brondanw estate, with its beautifully kept gardens was the family home of Clough Williams-Ellis, the famous architect of Portmeirion, 10 miles from the house.

Our living room is equiped with an open fire with fuel, two sofas, TV with Amazon Prime stick, DVD player, table with 5 comfy chairs, kitchen area with an oven and 4 hobs, microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment, kettle, toaster, washing machine and dishwasher. After a long day enjoying the mountains and beaches, enjoy the open fire while soaking in the panoramic views from the sofa!

Upstairs you will find the main double bedroom, The second bedroom with two single bunk beds, and a large bathroom with bath and shower. Down stairs there is an additional bedroom with a small double bed and TV.

The enclosed front garden is equipped with an Al fresco dining area, overlooking the Croesor valley and the Moelwyn mountain range.

The cottage situated in Croesor, near Porthmadog is well equiped for any family holiday and has been let for over 30 years. The property is available for rental all year. We recommend walking to Beddgelert, following the stream over Nantmoor, through the Eyri forest and along the world famous Aberglasslyn pass where you will find several pubs and restaurants. The pyramid shaped mount cincht(meaning Knight) and the Moelyn mountains. Have a short walk along the mountain river, where there are opportunities to play pooh sticks or just give the dogs a walk.

Hike up the Roman road, to catch the Ffestiniog steam railway at Tan y Bwlch station, where there is a gentle walk around the very scenic lake. You can also walk down to the Oakeley Arms through majestic trees and down the densely Forested track.

Property manager

Richard Porter-Williams

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Marina nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs kept downstairs out of bedrooms. Max 2 dogs.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Cottage Croesor-mountain Village Snowdonia National Park nr
Croesor-mountain Village Snowdonia National Park nr Porthmadog
Croesor-mountain Village Snowdonia National Park nr
Cottage Croesor-mountain Village Snowdonia National Park nr
Croesor-mountain Village Snowdonia National Park nr Porthmadog
Cottage Croesor-mountain Village Snowdonia National Park nr
Croesor-mountain Village Snowdonia National Park nr

About the neighborhood

Map
Porthmadog, Gwynedd

What's nearby

  • Portmeirion Central Piazza - 16 min drive
  • Watkin Path - 18 min drive
  • Llechwedd Slate Caverns - 19 min drive
  • Zip World Llechwedd - 20 min drive
  • Yr Wyddfa - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Penrhyndeudraeth Station - 11 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffi Gwynant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Chippy Dre - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Grapes Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Glaslyn Ices & Glandwr Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Castell Deudraeth Brasserie - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Aberglaslyn Pass and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Eryri National Park. Ceunant Llennyrch National Nature Reserve and Portmeirion Central Piazza are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
The quietest place I’ve ever stayed.
All previous reviews cover it really. The house has everything you need to have a great week, cook large meals if needed, heating more that sufficient to battle even minus temperatures outside, modern windows that open (something we’ve found old properties often don’t have) for summer months. It’s location at the end of 2 miles of single track (plenty of passing places) means no through traffic. One house and a farm beyond us meant the only vehicles we saw was delivery drivers. The quiet was just amazing.The minus for us was it seems they rely on the previous tenants heeding the instructions and hoovering before they leave. Someone before us obviously didn’t as when I came to do so the hoover revealed a lot of golden retriever like long hair in the lounge. Our dog has short hair. I spent almost an hour scrubbing away with the hoover but its suction was not as it should be (I have the same hoover and it’s much more powerful). So my only suggestion would be add a 40 cleaning fee to the booking and hire someone up to the task.That said, we will definitely book again. But maybe bring our own hoover.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas in Croesor
We had a lovely 4 night stay over Christmas in this cozy little cottage in a tranquil little village at the foot of Cnicht mountain. The fireplace was a delight, as were the lazy-boy sofas and the well equipped kitchen. The stairs were a bit of a challenge for my knees, but good training for hiking up in the hills and the valley. Plenty of walking opportunities from the village and the most incredible view of Cnicht and across to Snowdon, weather permitting!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

denise h.

Peace and tranquility
Plenty of local walks requiring no vehicle once you have arrived. If you're looking for peace and tranquility, this is perfect. Open fire, cosy lounge and central heating as back up. Beautiful views from front windows of mountains. Remember to keep gate closed as local sheep are free to roam. This is our second visit and we're still discovering new walks and places of interest. Nature at it's best!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
September stay.
Nice property and very nice location in a friendly village. Not the best of weather but it's nice to come back and sit by a cozy coal fire. I found it hard to get the hang of the TV but as we were out so much iplayer was sufficient if we really wanted the TV on. No other observations, we had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the cottage and the location
We had such a great week in Croesor. The cottage was lovely - very comfy beds, great shower and well stocked kitchen. We misread the info and thought we needed to take our own duvets/pillows etc but they were supplied! (You just need your own sheets, covers, pillow cases) We absolutely loved the area. Incredible views from the windows of the cottage including sheep and a horse in the field opposite. The valley is beautiful - my 2 young boys loved exploring the old quarry and hillsides around. Plas Brondanw and it's cafe just down the road is a must. We also enjoyed conquering Snowdon, Harlech beach, Criccieth and Caernarfon Castle. Could've easily stayed for 2 weeks! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

spencer k.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location for walking , property needs TLC
Location very good but property needs a good clean and some TLC. Strong smell of dog in the living area and hair on the carpets. Generally needs a spruce up and a lick of paint.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurence A.

Liked: Cleanliness
One of the best
A very comfortable week in a very beautiful place. Remote enough for us, we like the quiet and the nature, but a lot of things to do without going too far. The house is exactly as described and has a fantastic outlook at the front. Can't really fault it and will be going back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Peter F.

Beautiful scenery very remote
Nice cosy cottage very comfortable, we were lucky with the weather would not want to be there in bad weather as it is so remote and only reached by single track road.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
October Break
Lovely cosy cottage in a nice village and conveneint for climbing, woodland + lakeside walks or a trip to the beach. Plenty of heritage railways nearby and interesting Museums to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect mountain hideaway
We are return visitors and always enjoy our stay in this simple little terraced house. We like the quietness and remoteness of the spot, the mountain views, the open fires (when needed!) and the access to walks and the nearby countryside. The WiFi is not great, but for a peace and quiet this place is hard to beat. The cottage had all we needed for a great stay, but remember to bring toilet rolls!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lucian M. N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views and a nice affordable remote accommodation
The accomodation is a cozy little cottage where me and my family enjoyed lovely moments in the evenings by the fireplace. Ideal if you want to have a quiet retreat holiday. The views all around are unique and amazing, making for lots of walking opportunities. The nearby public pool was empty, however, less than half an hour away is Black Sands sandy beach, where kids enjoyed swimming and body boarding.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday in the mountains
Very well equipped cottage. Beautiful scenery. Very relaxing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

simon f.

good
thoroughly enjoyed it
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaymie M., Dunfermline

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
Cottage was lovely, clean, comfortable, needed some warming up on first night but after that was very comfy, WiFi not amazing, BUT it is in the middle of nowhere so no complaints! Cracking views, and the fire was lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

simon f.

good location
ideal for country stays in north wales
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fi O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Cottage
Reluctant to tell anyone about this perfect cottage, incase it’s all booked up when we want to return. Clean, comfy and well equipped, excellent location for walks and views of mountains and valleys. Short drive to Portmadog (Tesco, Lidl, Aldi) and Lleyn Peninsula.

10/10 Excellent

jen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sunny Snowdonia!
Nice cosy house and very friendly neighbours. Lovely views from the front windows and very nice walks on the doorstep. There's also the outdoor swimming pool 2 minutes down the road, filled from the mountain stream and very cold but invigorating! Easy to get to Porthmadog, down the coast to Barmouth or up to the Zip World attractions. We had very good, warm weather while we were there!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Francesca P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking Snowdonia
Wonderful walks - one to the abandoned quarry reminding us why Wales won its right to being a world heritage site. Very peaceful! Kids loved Black Rock Sands nearby
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Croesor
A beautiful place, a nice cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in the beautiful Croesor Valley
We had a wonderful stay. The cottage is well equipped and cosy. Kitchen very easy to find out way round with everything we needed. Fire was laid for us when we arrived and plenty of wood, coal etc - which was very handy as the weather was cold overnight and the house does benefit from the fire being lit. Toilet roll, cling film, dishwasher tablets all available in plentiful supply. No issues getting on the wifi, which is on the slow side - but you don't visit this part of the world to spend time on the Internet! Firestick a nice touch so we could watch stuff on catch-up. Friendly, helpful and quick responses to enquiries from property owner. Very friendly and welcoming neighbours, who were fascinating to talk to. We have visited Croesor before, but staying in this historic village for a week was wonderful. The views from the cottage are spectacular and you can be in the mountains within a few minutes walk. Would gladly recommend a stay here and we hope to be back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely peaceful cottage
Dear little cottage, very warm with the coal fire , plenty of coal & kindling left for us. Great views from sitting room & bedrooms. We had 2 dogs & the garden was enclosed & safe. Lovely walks from the door, along the valley or up into the mountains. Altogether a relaxing pleasant holiday.

10/10 Excellent

Bridget S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, cosy cottage
This little house was perfect for the three of us (two adults, one child), as we each had our own room. We loved the open fire and generous supply of coal/wood, as it grew chilly at times. The views from the cottage were stunning and it is a very peaceful and jaw-dropping location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jozef R., Birmingham

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking views with walks on your doorstep!
If you are looking for a remote Welsh village that is not over run with tourist, with incredible walks on your doorstep (I did the walk into Beddgelert and the walk up Cnicht), with also you have breathtaking views as soon as you open your front door (for those who are not into walking), also there is a bench outside to sit on to admire the views which are incredible in the morning and evening. The cottage has everything you could wish for during your stay with lovely neighbours. I enjoyed it that much I will be booking again to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2020

2/10 Terrible

Viktoria J.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointing
Heating fan in bathroom is terribly noisy. Absolut disaster! Rooms are tiny and there's serious issue about the cleaning. Surfaces are sticky and dirty. The old recliners of the living room are uncomfortable. We loved the fireplace in the house. All in all I would not recommend this letting to my friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

spencer k.

Nice cottage
Good setting for walking & visiting local attractions.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2019