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This semi detached cottage is located in an elevated position above Harlech and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.2 Groes Newydd is a semi detached cottage in the hamlet of Llandecwyn just 5 miles from Harlech in North Wales. The cottage sleeps four people and has one double bedroom, one twin room and a family bathroom. Also in the cottage is a fitted kitchen with an AGA and a sitting room with a woodburner. Outside is off road parking for two cars and shared use of an enclosed garden with outdoor furniture. Set in an elevated position with stunning views, 2 Groes Newydd is a superb holiday cottage for walkers and families. Note: This property is currently up for sale.
Amenities: Oil central heating with woodburning stove in sitting room. Rangemaster cooker, microwave, fridge, washing...This semi detached cottage is located in an elevated position above Harlech and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.2 Groes Newydd is a semi detached cottage in the hamlet of Llandecwyn just 5 miles from Harlech in North Wales. The cottage sleeps four people and has one double bedroom, one twin room and a family bathroom. Also in the cottage is a fitted kitchen with an AGA and a sitting room with a woodburner. Outside is off road parking for two cars and shared use of an enclosed garden with outdoor furniture. Set in an elevated position with stunning views, 2 Groes Newydd is a superb holiday cottage for walkers and families. Note: This property is currently up for sale.
Amenities: Oil central heating with woodburning stove in sitting room. Rangemaster cooker, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, radio, WiFi with superfast fiber broadband, selection of games, beach games and equipment. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Stairgate on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Large enclosed garden (shared with holiday home next door) with furniture. Two dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2.1 miles, pub 1 mile. Note: Terraced garden has unfenced drop, children to be supervised. Note: the last mile or so up to the cottage is on a narrow country road with passing places. Note: Children over two only, no infants. Note: Lake fishing available nearby, requiring a licence and a permit which can be bought locally in Penrhyndeudraeth.
Note: This property is currently up for sale.
Region: Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.
Town: The scattered countryside hamlet of Llandecwyn is set in the middle of beautiful scenery, with mountains, lakes, hills and farmland all around. There is mountain biking and good walking from the hamlet, and the Snowdonia National Park awaits. The coastal town of Harlech, with its sandy beach, imposing castle and championship golf course, is only 7.5 miles away.
This cottage was absolutely FILTHY which was apparent the moment we walked through the door. (The caretakers Neil and Christine should be ashamed!!)
The two internal doormats were covered in dog hairs which drew us to look up the stairs directly infront and that carpet was also covered in dog hairs. Infact, the carpets were just a mass of dog hairs throughout the entire cottage as were the curtains at dog height.
The sofa also had a fair few and the two armchairs were so tired looking we didn't venture near. The lounge just stank of dogs the entire holiday.
The worktop was filthy along with the compulsory dog hairs. Dog hairs even on top of the toaster and the oven gloves were dirty and covered in dog hairs.
The kitchen cupboards were filthy both inside and underneath. All the glasses and crockery had a sticky dirty feel so much so that the glasses had stuck to the cupboard shelf. Thankfully there was a dishwasher!!
The whole cottage just had a feeling of dirt, grime and dog hairs and was desperately in need of a deep clean.
The downstairs smoke alarm was not working and the hair dryer electrical safety sticker was not up to date.
There were water marks in the carpet by the toilet and the bath in the bathroom as the shower screen did not fit properly. There are also watermarks in the walls and the ceilings in both bedrooms where there had obviously been various escapes of water.
The downstairs TV made an intermittent buzzing noise which was very annoying and the microwave made a terrible noise - Personally not sure that was safe so kept it turned off at the wall between uses.
A very very tired cottage that is in need of a very very deep clean.
I spoke to Neil half-way through our holiday as he came to clean the windows. He seemed very surprised that I thought the cottage was filthy and assured me they had spent a great deal of time hoovering through but it had been left very “DOGGY”. He then mentioned that I didn't have a dog – What has that got to do with anything! However this cottage was left it was up to him to get it up to the correct standard ready for the next guests.
Neil said that they needed to get the Rug Doctors out but needed a free week to allow the carpets to dry. When I asked him when this would be he didn't answer.
This property was booked through Sykes Cottages. I contacted them on my return and a 50% refund was agreed upon as they could not dispute the photos taken of the property.
They promised the property would be brought up to the required standards as the property was due to be vacant for a week after the following weeks rental.
This was one holiday rental where I could have walked back out of the property the moment I walked in but unfortunately we arrived early evening on Good Friday. What a shame as the view over the estuary was beautiful and it was quite clear that this property had started out as a great holiday rental but hadn't really been cleaned since.
Visited March 2016
Written 5 May 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Intrepid traveller! -:- Woburn Sands
Fully recommended!
Set in a beautiful location! If you don't mind the narrow access lane and the steep hill this ticks all the boxes. The stunning view is something to savour!
Visited June 2013
Written 21 August 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Philip S
Kenilworth, United Kingdom17 contributions
Nice, but needed airing
This cottage is great if you enjoy the fresh air and walking. My partner and I and our dog loved the way we could start our walks from the front door of the cottage. This Easter it was bitterly cold in Snowdonia and the snow was still covering low lying hills as well as the peaks of the mountains. But that made it all the more beautiful.We were lucky in that although the weather was cold, it was dry.
The cottage was well equipped, but our first evening there was quite a cold one. The wood for the wood stove was too damp to burn and the cottage would have benefited from someone airing the cottage,switching on the central heating prior to our arrival and putting a feather duster round to get rid of a few cobwebs. However, once we warmed the place up it was comfortable, the kids appreciated the wifi and the kitchen was kept warm by the Aga. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and loved the surrounding countryside. We found two or three nice pubs for food and drink, but one last observation. The local economy is in a bad way. Many of the pubs and restaurants are closing or a bit run down; public transport is virtually none existent, prices in the local shops are much higher than in the towns and despite it being Easter, there seemed to be very few people visiting the area.
Visited March 2013
Written 6 June 2013. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Susan -:- Dunfermline
relaxing break, cottage with fabulous views with wonderful woodl
We had a lovely time at the cottage, we loved learning how to use an aga ! Not too difficult to get right with the local welsh lamb from the local butcher.
Perfect location to enjoy lazy nights in at the log burner, with a good book (loads to thumb through on the cottage bookcase)
Cottage was really homely, beds were wonderfully clean and comfortable, great for lazy long lies waking up to views of sunshine over the bay.
We took our dog, there are plenty of pretty walks in the woodlands all around the cottage.
Visited October 2012
Written 12 November 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Fred -:- Birmingham
Groes Newydd
Could do with more kitchenware to help with cooking/ food preparation.
Bed a bit too hard.
Visited June 2012
Written 13 September 2012. This review is the subjective opinion of an individual traveller and not of Tripadvisor LLC nor of its partners. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Thank you for your review and we are so sorry that you were disappointed with some aspects of this delightful property. We have had superb reviews from other customers and have not received any other negative feedback since we started representing this property in May. The owner is disappointed that you found the mattress to be too hard however the comfort of a bed is, of course, very subjective.
Written 13 September 2012. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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What this rental offers
Wi-fi and internet
Wi-fi
Parking
Parking available
Indoor amenities
Internet access
Outdoor amenities
Private yard
Kitchen and dining
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Kettle
Nearby
Golf course (within 15 min walk)
Countryside area
Things to do
Fishing spots available
Watersports
Bathroom and laundry
Linens provided
Towels provided
Washer
Location info
Kid friendly
Scenic views
Ocean views
Waterfront views
Entertainment
Television
Map
Getting there
Manchester Intl Airport
127.6 km
Anglesey Airport
49.7 km
Restaurants
Castle Cottage Inn, Pattra's Restaurant & The Aviation Bar
7.4 km
Y Sgwar
7.2 km
Y Gwyllt Snowdonia Cafe
7.4 km
The Eating Gorilla
2.5 km
Attractions
Black Rock Llamas
7.1 km • Equestrian Trails
Harlech Castle
7.4 km • Castles
PanIQ Rooms
6.2 km • Escape Games
Chwarel Hen Llanfair Slate Caverns
7.6 km • Caverns & Caves
Activities nearby
Fishing spots availableGolf course (within 15 min walk)Watersports
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