Railway Cottage

4.3★

Good

Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Seaside
Near a shop < 1 mile
Near a pub < 1 mile

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

37 Customer Review(s)

“The WiFi trial worked well.”

Had a comfortable stay. Nice cottage feel however the property needs maintenance. Peeling wallpaper and damp

Had a comfortable stay. Nice cottage feel however the property needs maintenance. Peeling wallpaper and damp Could do with another separate toilet.

- Saieeda, September 2021
Margaret September 2021

“The cottage was fine, BUT the driveway to it was appalling.”

The cottage is situated at the end of a shared private driveway and this was mainly a gravel track with some very deep craters and ruts, some of which grounded the car out, which was made even worse when they filled with water,as it was then impossible to pick out the shallow ones. Non of this was helped when Welsh water turned up one day ( un-announced),to fit a water meter to the property ( water turned off, and hole dug effectively cutting off all access for us.) When they left, the drive was even worse! If you have a 4x4 then fine , normal car , take great care , sports car , forget it and park at the main road end.

- Margaret, September 2021
Sonya June 2021

“The cottage was bigger than expected and the beds incredibly confortable.”

We loved the location; a bit out of Fairbourne with two small lovely gardens back and front. Our 3 year old loved watching the regular trains go past at the bottom of the garden. The only bug bears we had was the lack of dishes for cooking. There were loads of pots and pans but no pie or lasagne dishes. A mixing bowl and some more wine glasses would be great too. Also the check in and out times were a bit early and late (in at 5pm and out at 9am) so you only get 6 days. I dont think any cottage will take 9 hours to clean, even during COVID. Kindly the owner offered for us to check in a bit early but it wasnt possible to check out later. The complimentary wine, bread and milk was a lovely touch. Thank you.

- Sonya, June 2021
Simon May 2021

“Lovely cottage, very well equipped.”

The area is very peaceful with just a 10 minute walk to the beach. There is a train line at the rear of the cottage but the train passes very infrequently & didn’t really bother us. Overall I would definitely recommend this cottage.

- Simon, May 2021
Harriet April 2021

“Not quite sure if I'm reviewing Sykes or the actual cottage here!”

I had a bad experience with Sykes as they cancelled a previous booking with ten days notice and informed me by an automatically generated email, without explanation or information on what was happening with the money I had paid. I had to call them but couldn't get through but they did return my call. Still, I thought they handled the situation extremely poorly. As for Railway Cottage (the alternative booking we made), it was fab! Communication with the owners was excellent and I wouldn't hesitate to book again. I don't think the pictures on the website do the cottage justice as we found the whole place to be bigger and brighter than is shown online. Excellent facilities, great location and no problems at all with anything. The gardens front and back were a real bonus and the beds were very comfortable. The owners are obviously renewing things bit by bit (brand new kitchen, I think) but we loved it as is.

- Harriet, April 2021
Arthur September 2020

“Nice cottage, car parking was a bit tight”

- Arthur, September 2020
Carol September 2020

“The owner was very helpful when I phoned him about the keycode.”

We were able to borrow a cot, high chair and stair gate at the property without extra charge. Usually we have found that these items are costly extras. The property was very clean and tidy and they have made it as safe as possible during the present climate leaving extra cleaning products for our use. They also left us a bottle of wine, some bread and milk on our arrival.

- Carol, September 2020
Julie September 2020

“Loved the cottage, it was clean and comfortable with everything we needed.”

Good location. It was very quiet which we loved. The trains didn't bother us as they ran infrequently. Loved watching the birds and chickens wandering about. The cockerel was a nice alarm clock. The welcome pack was a pleasant surprise and the owners were very helpful when I contacted them with a couple of queries. We had a relaxing week with plenty of walks and I would recommend this cottage

- Julie, September 2020
Andrew August 2020

“A really well equipped cottage which is spacious and easily accommodated 5 adults.”

great location for exploring Snowdonia and surrounding area. the beach is lovely and very close but would recommend driving the very short distance, especially if you have young children as the walk is initially along a main road with no footpath

- Andrew, August 2020
Margo August 2020

“This charming cottage provided a comfortable, private and clean space for our family of 5 adults on a week's 'staycation' in the first week of August this summer.”

Set away from the main road, it was quiet yet close enough to the beach in Fairbourne for short local walks and longer walks and cycling to Barmouth located on the other side of the estuary. The back garden provided ideal shelter to enjoy the late afternoon sunshine. We had real feeling of being at the seaside and close to countryside and the breathtaking scenery around us. Communication with the owners was excellent and we felt very welcome. One thing to bear in mind - there is no public footpath to access Fairbourne on foot through the fields as there is a train track that runs behind the Railway Cottage (the very few trains that pass during the day did not disturb our peace whatsoever). So if walking to Fairbourne, this involves a very short walk of approx 150 m along the edge of the main road until the turning off to Fairbourne and the paved path is reached. By car, it takes a couple of minutes and there is free parking around Fairbourne.

- Margo, August 2020
Mary August 2019

“Although this was great location, the cottage itself was a disappointment.”

Garden neglected, when entering gate often had to sidestep chicken poo. Inside there are several areas with black mould, bathroom floor didn’t feel completely safe. Peeling wallpaper, chipped crockery, cleanliness left a lot to be desired. There was no floor brush or vacuum cleaner. While I enjoyed my holiday, I would not book there again.

- Mary, August 2019
Jayne July 2019

“Railway cottage is comfortable and nicely located but lacks care and attention.”

I was attracted by the gardens but both front and back were neglected. We were greeted with dog excrement at the side of the path, which appeared quite fresh. There were brambles growing out of bushes a very full dustbin which looked as though it had not been emptied for a long time and had the wrong rubbish in it. This smelt and was attracting flies.The sheds at the side of the garden were full and quite honestly could be a fire hazard. The kitchen is well past it's sell by date, with a very old fridge and cooker. Sadly there is not ice box in the fridge and we were looking forward to having a few nice iced drinks, which wa straight out of the window. The cooker plugs in to a dual socket Just above the rear hot plate. It is not a protected cable and I don't think it is safe. A number of light bulbs need replacing and the light at the foot of the stairs does n

- Jayne, July 2019
Tracey April 2019

“The cottage was lovely and spacious, warm and homely.”

The facilities were excellent and the cottage provided everything anyone might need. We would definitely book again in the future.

- Tracey, April 2019
John July 2018

“Only one complaint and that is the inaccurate information about the internet.”

Yes there is access to the internet but only if you pay for each device to have access. At £30 for over two weeks per device it is excessive.

- John, July 2018
Susan July 2018

“On arriving at the cottage, the outside area at the front looked dismal , there were chickens roaming about .”

... the chickens themselves not a problem but the chickens mess up the garden path was a problem .....sitting outside would not have been pleasant ...however there was another outside space at the back of the cottage that was pleasant .the inside of the cottage was lovely ..bedding was immaculate and fresh overall cottage interior lovely outside just needs an overall

- Susan, July 2018
Margaret May 2018

“The outside was a let down as not clean and tidy the beds were uncomfortable no freezer does not mention in the ads there is a train very near and the neighbors have chickens etc as my friend is allergic.”

- Margaret, May 2018
Kent February 2018

“We've had a great stay at No 2 Railway Cottages, a clean, well equiped home with plenty of room for us 4 (2 adult & 2 children).”

The veiws are ace. The house has a great heating system and additional wood burner. I'd recommend it to anyone we will defiantly be coming back . The owners Mike & Amy where very helpful to us also. Some reviews stated concerns about car parking we had no such problem there is a driveway at the front of the house that belongs to the house .. no worries there .. 10/10

- Kent, February 2018
Pam September 2017

“Nice cottage, very clean, but the outside parking & gardens let the cottage down.”

- Pam, September 2017
Peter September 2015

“The Cottage is a proper 'home from home' in a lovely setting.”

It is fitted out to a high standard and was very clean and comfortable. Will definitely return in years to come.

- Peter, September 2015
Gordon September 2015

“The cottage had everything we needed and the garden was lovely to sit in in the evening sun.”

There was lots to do in the nearby area. The miniature railway in the village was lovely and the train/ferry to Barmouth made for a good day out. There was lots of lovely walks such as blue lake and railway bridge to Barmouth. We would definitely book the cottage again.

- Gordon, September 2015
Ivor May 2015

“The cottage just felt like home, have been there several times and enjoyed going there each time.”

- Ivor, May 2015
Nigel October 2013

“Surprisingly spacious, and would be comfortable for a group of five.”

- Nigel, October 2013
Julian August 2013

“Lovely, well presented terraced cottage in a fantastic location.”

The cottage seemed to have everything we needed, even down to DVDs to watch and games to play in the evening. Fairbourne, the nearest village, has a main line railway station, a miniature steam railway, a lovely beach, and the best value for money fish and chip shop. We had a lovely week, and felt very at home in the cottage.

- Julian, August 2013
Robert June 2013

“The cottage was very homely and had everything needed for a self catering property.”

The garden was perfect for sitting out in in the evening. We loved the chickens. The cottage was suitably located so that everything we wanted to visit was not too far away. Despite being warned about Wales' wet weather we had a fantastic week of sunshine. We were impressed with the milk and bread etc which was there when we arrived. There was plenty of information about Fairbourne and the local amenities. A perfect holiday home for grown ups or families. Thanks.

- Robert, June 2013
Jeffrey May 2013

“The cottage was excellent, very clean and nice touches such as a bottle of wine, biscuit,s milk and tea and coffee were already there for us.”

We all enjoyed our stay there.

- Jeffrey, May 2013
Alan April 2013

“Cottage was to an excellent standard, location within easy reach of great beaches, would recommend to anyone.”

- Alan, April 2013
David October 2012

“Wonderful cottage and lovely arrival.”

Found cake tins in the cupboard, amazing, next time I'll be prepared to make a cake.

- David, October 2012
Rosemarie October 2012

“Convenient access to public transport.”

The property itself was comfortable, warm and very well equipped. Also there was sufficient cleaning materials and equipment to allow us to leave the cottage how we found it. The welcome pack was a lovely touch.

- Rosemarie, October 2012
Michael September 2012

“The Cottage was lovely, well decorated, warm and welcoming and there was a welcome of essentials.”

The bed linen and towels were clean and of very good quality. We had a nice, peaceful week.

- Michael, September 2012
Claire August 2012

“Quality furnishings, comfy beds, milk, bread and wine on arrival, cleaning at the end of our first week.”

Digital radios and video recorder were great. Decent selection of books.

- Claire, August 2012
Clayre August 2012

“Great location and fantastically equipped cottage.”

- Clayre, August 2012
Hazel June 2012

“The amount of games and books left in the property are excellent for families.”

- Hazel, June 2012
Gill June 2012

“The accommodation was lovely with plenty of living space and decent size bedrooms.”

The welcome provisions were very good too. A short walk to the beach and lots of walks nearby to explore, or even a train service up or down the coast meant the car hardly moved from the parking space.

- Gill, June 2012
Julie March 2012

“A well appointed cottage with a good garden in a good location.”

- Julie, March 2012
Steven July 2011

“Railway Cottage is a lovely, well equipped property in a beautiful setting.”

- Steven, July 2011
Marion May 2011

“The location was good, lots of lovely walks and the shops provided everything in Fairbourne.”

Stunning scenery, very warm and a very comfortable cottage. All amenities provided for. Bottle of wine, milk and bread on arrival. Also, sugar, coffee and tea. Extremely nice welcome. We were very happy all round and wouldn't hesitate to return or recommend.

- Marion, May 2011
Nicola February 2011

“The finishing touches always make a difference, we received milk and bread on our arrival, plastic plates and bowls so we didn't have to worry about the children breaking the crockery, washing up liquid and hand soap.”

These little things make an excellent property become a superlative one. Excellent value for a spacious property. The Location was very accessible for the whole of Snowdonia, but if you didn't want to travel far there are some excellent places right on your doorstop.

- Nicola, February 2011

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The property

A charming, 18th century stone-built, mid-terrace Fairbourne cottage, nestling on the edge of this seaside village, which lies between the scenic Cambrian Mountains and Barmouth Bay in the Snowdonia National Park.

This quality cottage is decorated and furnished to a high standard and has been renovated to create modern, well-equipped cottage accommodation, with an ideal combination of original features and contemporary furnishings.

The amenities of Fairbourne are a 10-minute walk away, as are the two-mile long sandy beach, a nature reserve and the renowned Fairbourne narrow gauge railway.

The area is renowned for its fantastic climbing, surfing, mountain biking, watersports and wildlife.

Explore the towns of Dolgellau, Barmouth and Aberdovey, which are all within easy reach.

A perfect cottage holiday base, at any time of the year.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x double, 1 x single
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room with woodburner
Sitting room with electric coal-effect fire.
Oil central heating with woodburner and electric fire
Electric double oven with hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with FreeSat, DVD
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent, please bring own beach towels
Cot, highchair and stairgate
Off road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed front and rear patio gardens with furniture and BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 10 mins walk
Beach 15 mins walk
Note: There is a small covered pond in the front garden
Note: The cottage is located on an A road, care to be taken at all times.

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About the location

FAIRBOURNE

Dolgellau 9 miles; Barmouth 13 miles; Aberdovey 15 miles.

Fairbourne is a seaside village in the Snowdonia National Park, which nestles between the beautiful Cambrian Mountains and Barmouth Bay. This coastal village rests beside a huge sandy beach, perfect for family fun and watersports. It is also home to the Fairbourne nature reserve. The well-known town of Barmouth, with its pubs, restaurants and beautiful beach, is only ten minutes away by train, or why not take a leisurely walk over the well-known Victorian Barmouth Railway Bridge with stunning views of Mawddach Estuary. The whole region offers excellent walks, mountain biking and watersports, boasts a variety of wild flowers, and is home to many species of birds that flock to the area's sheltered beaches and rock pools. Discover Dolgellau and delightful Aberdovey, and visit the magnificent sights of medieval Harlech Castle, Portmeirion Italianate Village and the wonderful Snowdonia National Park, all within a short drive. With plenty to see and do, this is a fantastic year-round holiday location.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The WiFi trial worked well.”

“The cottage was fine, BUT the driveway to it was appalling.”

“The cottage was bigger than expected and the beds incredibly confortable.”

“Lovely cottage, very well equipped.”

“Not quite sure if I'm reviewing Sykes or the actual cottage here!”

“Nice cottage, car parking was a bit tight”

“The owner was very helpful when I phoned him about the keycode.”

“Loved the cottage, it was clean and comfortable with everything we needed.”

“A really well equipped cottage which is spacious and easily accommodated 5 adults.”

“This charming cottage provided a comfortable, private and clean space for our family of 5 adults on a week's 'staycation' in the first week of August this summer.”

“Although this was great location, the cottage itself was a disappointment.”

“Railway cottage is comfortable and nicely located but lacks care and attention.”

“The cottage was lovely and spacious, warm and homely.”

“Only one complaint and that is the inaccurate information about the internet.”

“On arriving at the cottage, the outside area at the front looked dismal , there were chickens roaming about .”

“The outside was a let down as not clean and tidy the beds were uncomfortable no freezer does not mention in the ads there is a train very near and the neighbors have chickens etc as my friend is allergic.”

“We've had a great stay at No 2 Railway Cottages, a clean, well equiped home with plenty of room for us 4 (2 adult & 2 children).”

“Nice cottage, very clean, but the outside parking & gardens let the cottage down.”

“The Cottage is a proper 'home from home' in a lovely setting.”

“The cottage had everything we needed and the garden was lovely to sit in in the evening sun.”

“The cottage just felt like home, have been there several times and enjoyed going there each time.”

“Surprisingly spacious, and would be comfortable for a group of five.”

“Lovely, well presented terraced cottage in a fantastic location.”

“The cottage was very homely and had everything needed for a self catering property.”

“The cottage was excellent, very clean and nice touches such as a bottle of wine, biscuit,s milk and tea and coffee were already there for us.”

“Cottage was to an excellent standard, location within easy reach of great beaches, would recommend to anyone.”

“Wonderful cottage and lovely arrival.”

“Convenient access to public transport.”

“The Cottage was lovely, well decorated, warm and welcoming and there was a welcome of essentials.”

“Quality furnishings, comfy beds, milk, bread and wine on arrival, cleaning at the end of our first week.”

“Great location and fantastically equipped cottage.”

“The amount of games and books left in the property are excellent for families.”

“The accommodation was lovely with plenty of living space and decent size bedrooms.”

“A well appointed cottage with a good garden in a good location.”

“Railway Cottage is a lovely, well equipped property in a beautiful setting.”

“The location was good, lots of lovely walks and the shops provided everything in Fairbourne.”

“The finishing touches always make a difference, we received milk and bread on our arrival, plastic plates and bowls so we didn't have to worry about the children breaking the crockery, washing up liquid and hand soap.”