Isfryn

Rating
Sleeps 22
Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 7
Pets Yes

Features

Sauna
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Wi-fi

Reviews & Ratings

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* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

13 Customer Review(s)

“Fabulous location in gorgeous town and great property size, but needs some TLC.”

Tired decor and many things not functioning (TV restricted to 3 channels, light bulbs blown, curtains falling from poles) Kitchen not suitable for catering for large groups and disproportionate in size to the amount of bedrooms. Would benefit from a little investment (which would justify an increase in rent) - lots of potential! Beds however very comfy and bathrooms look fairly new. Should add a few pictures of outdoor space and gorgeous sunset views from raised garden terrace - a definite easy ...

Tired decor and many things not functioning (TV restricted to 3 channels, light bulbs blown, curtains falling from poles) Kitchen not suitable for catering for large groups and disproportionate in size to the amount of bedrooms. Would benefit from a little investment (which would justify an increase in rent) - lots of potential! Beds however very comfy and bathrooms look fairly new. Should add a few pictures of outdoor space and gorgeous sunset views from raised garden terrace - a definite easy sell. Car parking tricky but free at marina if you get lucky with a spot, or £4 a day at the estuary car park. Situated in the perfect spot for exploring northern Wales which is full of things to do, places to visit and stunning scenery, regardless of weather.

- Mrs Davies, October 2019
“We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Isfryn with our friends and children.”

The house was a fantastic size (it's like the tardis!). We had a lovely afternoon sat in the sun on the terrace until we watched the sunset - the photos on the Sykes website don't really show the terrace so it was a nice surprise to find this outdoor space. In the evening, all 20 of us sat round the enormous dining table to have a meal. Caernarfon is an interesting town, with the fantastic Castle, quirky shops and loads of places to eat and drink. We'll definitely be back! The owners were also really helpful when we'd realised we'd left something at the property.

- Mrs Smithies, October 2019
“I found it very disappointing that a property in that condition was on your list of properties to let as it was actually a health hazard.”

My wife and I stayed in another property as did other members of our group. My daughters only stayed because it was to late to find anywhere else as there was 22of us and some had small children. We were treated very poorly and compensation offered was an insult to stay in this disgusting property (isfryn) we all paid to stay on a caravan site rather than stay another night.

- Mr Thompson, September 2019
“Although this house is advertised as basic, for £2000 we still expected clean and this was grubby!”

the upstairs toilet did not flush without my husband removing the top and fiddling with it! the shower in the room with the sauna leaked through to the living room and we have this on video! the tvs did not work and we called out mrs wilson who was very nice and got them going but it did not always work. the fridge door did not close properly so food was cool not cold and milk went off. the router was at least 20 years old so wifi did not always work. lots of lights without bulbs. generally not very clean. one chair cushion on a green couch was shredded at the back as if it had been chewed by an animal. pillows in one room were old, yellow and lumpy. the glass kitchen door looked as if it had been chewed by a n animal that was kept in a kitchen. carpets dirty so that our feet were black when walking about. no general waste bin.we would not go back and the only positive was the position as the sea view was lovely. first family holiday with all of us for many years so disappointing.

- Mr Wiles, August 2019
“We had a great time, the property was well equipped everything worked the beds were comfy.”

As we had 4 young children with us we were happy that it was ‘lived in’ and did not have to worry about kids touching things. There were puzzles games etc supplied and the place was clean and a brilliant location so we couldn’t have asked for more.

- Mrs Daniels, April 2019
“The house was great and pretty much exactly as described.”

A couple of things to consider if you’re going to stay here: This house is right in the middle of town and is great for getting out on foot. We had a relatively easy time parking three cars on the street over the week. The WiFi only supports a certain number of devices so there’s no way all guests can be on it at once and it only really works downstairs. The heating was on a timer and came on at very peculiar times with no instructions as to how to adjust it. The instructions for recycling and bins were very unclear and as a result we ended up making several trips to the bottle bank and even taking a load of recycling home with us. We had a great time here and will definitely consider going again but it won’t be for you if you’re expecting ‘all mod cons’.

- Mr Fennell, February 2019
“Great location for a family holiday.”

House well equipped. Dishwasher not working when arrived but fixed by Thursday. Fridge needs replacing not working correctly food all wet. House was always lovely and warm when returning from a day out. Home great forca large family with children you don’t feel you can’t touch anything. Would go again. Hosts responded quickly if a problemn

- Ms Teal, November 2018
“Fifteen of us rented this cottage for 3 nights.”

The first thing we found was poor kerb appeal, weeds, windows needed some repair and the first thing that met us when we walked in was a musty smell. Seeing as the house had recently been occupied 6th-13th July there's no reason it should have smelled musty. As the days went on the smell never went and we realised it was the soft furnishings and carpets that must have emitted the odour. Outside the back door was rubbish in bags which had been torn open by seagulls. There was a blue bin which we worked out was for recycling and not nearly large enough for a house of that size. In the alleyway where a green bin was kept stank to high heaven, the bin bags had been torn open and rotting food everywhere. A pair of socks was found in a bedroom drawer, and a box of 4 stale (June 10) apple tarts were found in another. I found a miniature empty bottle of whiskey under the radiator in our room. I phoned the owner and had to leave a voicemail. They never returned my call. We found the house wasn't very clean. Most of the bedding had yellow stains. The unkempt back garden was full of weeds including dead plants, mess everywhere and the BBQ could not be used as it was unclean and rusty. I think I'll leave it at that. None of us would ever recommend this house to anyone. On the plus side there were lots of toilet rolls. And we loved the location.

- Johnson, July 2018
“Isfryn provided us with an excellent base for a family holiday.”

16 of us managed to stay, without being under each others feet. The location was excellent for a short stroll into the town centre. The only real issue was parking, or the lack of, especially if you arrive after 7pm. There is limited free parking, in front of the property, & on the small mariner car park, a short walk away. There is a larger car park in the other direction, where you can leave your car overnight, but you cannot enter this car park after 7pm. Other than this, it was a brilliant place to stay. The roof terrace proved to be good as a viewing platform for the sea and the birds. The owners were very pleasant, when providing information about gaining entry to the property, and providing parking information.

- Mrs Venables, June 2018
“This is a fantastic house with lots of space and lots of beds.”

It is clean and tidy but a little dated. We were a party of 16 who stayed at the house over Christmas and the large table is fantastic for seating everyone. We have also stayed in this house over bonfire night and the mezzanine floor in the garden is great for watching the fireworks and enjoying the views of the straights. The house is well placed for walks into town and is only a short drive from the mountains and Anglesey. This is a great house for the price paid. Dont go expecting luxury go expecting clean and tidy. Some updating would be beneficial but that would also be reflected in the price. There could do with a floor plan to help bookers understand the diversity of the house. It sleeps a lot of people but sharing is likely. There are four double rooms but one is very small with the bed pushed up against the wall so is quite claustrophobic. One is a straight double tucked away and shares the bathroom with the sauna which is a great addition. There is also a jacuzzi bath but the hot water supply means the hot water has run out before the bath is full or there is not enough for two baths in a close space of time. The other three doubles and the room with 5 singles in are all en suite but the showers need a bit of attention to improve the water supply / temperature stability. All in all a great basic house that takes large groups for a reasonable price.

- Mrs Badley, December 2017
“Great Family House”

Plenty of space for everyone. Great views of the Manai straits from from the wall and some bedrooms. Handy for the town and harbour areas. Dog friendly

- David P, October 2016
“Excellent accommodation, very well equipped & central to town”

We stayed here for a week in August with 3 other families. In total there was 20 in our group ranging from 7 to 55 yrs old. Everyone was catered for - playstations for the younger as well as free WIFI for the teenagers. There were televisions in most room. The kids had great fun in the Jacuzzi and the adults enjoyed the Shauna. Overall the house was very well equipped. The house itself is a little dated but suited fine to the rough and tumble of all the age groups. The bedroom were very comfortable. Lovely small garden out the back with a large BBQ. As the previous person said there was a fantastic view from the back wall. Would highly recommend staying here. We will definately return.

- Fitzmurph, August 2013
“Holiday success”

We couldn't go to our original choice cottage due to the property being unavailable close to our holiday date. Sykes cottages were fantastic at offering an alternative, giving us time to consider and change our arrangeements and helping us, making the significant disappointment and problems much easier. The owner was clearly very understanding and that was our experience once there. The house suited our needs, the 'balcony' had a fabulous view and was used even in March. Sauna was enjoyed by the younger members of the party. The beds were particularly comfortable, views from upper rooms stunning, nearness of shops, cafe's pubs etc excellebt. the morning walks to the nearby swing park exercised the dog and kept the toddler happy. Kitchen very well equipped. Our only issue was the weight of the self closing doors (obviously fire regs) caused the older members of the party problems and presented an interesting challenge to the catering members of our large group when transporting food/cutlery/drinks etc from kitchen to dining room. loads to recommend it and very accurately described. We would all book with Sykes again. Also, we felt it was well priced and we had value for money.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, May 2010
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The property

This Grade II listed Georgian townhouse (c.1823), stands in an attractive cobbled street 400 yards from Caernarfon town square.

Isfryn offers bright and spacious accommodation in a traditional style.

Boasting a majestic dining table seating 20, large sauna and whirlpool bath, Isfryn is ideally suited to groups of family or friends!

A particular feature of the patio is the raised viewing platform, which provides access to its own section of the 13th century town walls and commands stunning sea views over the Straits, towards Anglesey.

Summary

Seven bedrooms: First floor: 1 x family room with double, single with pull-out stacker bed and en-suite (shower, basin & WC), 1 x family room with double & single bed with en-suite (shower, basin & WC), 1 x double with en-suite (sauna with walk-in shower, basin & WC), 1 x double with basin
Second floor: 1 x family room with 3 single beds, one with pull-out stacker bed & room off with single bed & en-suite (shower, basin & WC), 1 x family room with double & single bed with additional pull-out stacker bed, walk through dressing room & en-suite (shower, basin & WC), 1 x adult bunk with basin
First floor bathroom with whirlpool bath, WC & basin
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin & WC
Well-equipped kitchen
Dining room with hostess trolley & mini-fridge
Large sitting room (seats 12) with folding breakfast table & entry to kitchen
Second sitting room (seats 9) with sofa bed.
Electric storage heaters
Large 4 oven & 6-ring electric cooking range, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview in sitting rooms, 5 x TV/DVD in bedrooms (no reception, for DVD use only)
DVD player, video, stereo/CD player, WiFi
Fuel & power inc. in rent
Bed linen inc. in rent
Cot, highchair and stairgates available
Small enclosed sitting area with patio, BBQ & raised, decked viewing area
Limited roadside parking, small free car park 200 yards away and a further pay and display car park (free overnight parking) 500 yards away
2 well-behaved pets welcome
Shops/pubs & sea front 2 mins walk
Note: One of the double rooms has a bed that's accessed from one side only
Note: Check-in time is 5PM

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About the location

CAERNARFON

Llanberis 8 miles; Bangor 9 miles.

Caernarfon (county town of Gwynedd) has much historic and cultural importance in North Wales. It is a popular tourist spot with its impressive 13th Century castle, well preserved town walls and delightful water front. During the season there are guided tours of the castle and special events including historic pageants. There is also a station for the Welsh Highland Railway, which passes through dramatic scenery, the village of Beddgelert and onto Porthmadog. Fishing trips are available from the harbour and another attraction within walking distance of the town centre is Segontium, a Roman fort and museum, housing many important finds. Caernarfon offers a wide selection of shops and places to eat and is close to the lovely beaches of the Isle of Anglesey and the Lleyn Peninsula as well as the mountains and rivers of Snowdonia, including the renowned mountaineering town of Llanberis at the foot of Mount Snowdon.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Fabulous location in gorgeous town and great property size, but needs some TLC.”

“We celebrated our wedding anniversary at Isfryn with our friends and children.”

“I found it very disappointing that a property in that condition was on your list of properties to let as it was actually a health hazard.”

“Although this house is advertised as basic, for £2000 we still expected clean and this was grubby!”

“We had a great time, the property was well equipped everything worked the beds were comfy.”

“The house was great and pretty much exactly as described.”

“Great location for a family holiday.”

“Fifteen of us rented this cottage for 3 nights.”

“Isfryn provided us with an excellent base for a family holiday.”

“This is a fantastic house with lots of space and lots of beds.”

“Great Family House”

“Excellent accommodation, very well equipped & central to town”

“Holiday success”