Cefn-Yr-Efail

Rating
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes

Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Harris
September 2019

“Cefn Yr Efail was well equipped, comfortable and large enough to accommodate our party with plenty of room.”

We had a very relaxing holiday, in beautiful surroundings. We particularly enjoyed our view of the coast as we crested the hill on our way down to the main road. We visit Snowdonia every year and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Cefn Yr Efail.

We had a very relaxing holiday, in beautiful surroundings. We particularly enjoyed our view of the coast as we crested the hill on our way down to the main road. We visit Snowdonia every year and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Cefn Yr Efail.
Mr Pallister July 2019

“The ensuite would have benefitted from a light above the basin, a better place to store the spare WC rolls rather than the toilet brush.”

Soft close WC seats would have been good in both bathrooms give its description as luxury. The 3 extractor fans in the property didn't appear to work, unsure if they should have come on via the light switches. One of the electric sockets next to the bed in the main bedroom didn't work. 3 of the dining chairs had close legs, need tightening up. All of the above didn't spoil our holiday, they were minor details that weren't worth reporting during our stay. There were just the 4 of us staying so we all had plenty of room. Gwyn was a good bloke to have around and overall especially with the hot weather, we had a great family holiday.
Mrs Kanji July 2019

“An ideal spacious and well equipped family home for our 3-generation family holiday, set in lovely rural surroundings.”

Convenient for walks, mountains, beaches and Snowdonia area. Gwyn was very welcoming. We had a very enjoyable stay. The only problem we had was finding the house and had to rely on asking the locals as the directions were only given from the Caernarfon westerly direction, whereas we approached from the east through Porthmadog. It would be helpful if it advised you to take the Golan/Cwn Ystradllyn turning off from that direction on the A497 which does not require you to pass the woollen mill and is just before the row of of cottages on the right signed Cwn Ystradllyn then immediately on the left. If it mentioned whether the woollen mill was on the right or left of the road we could have worked it out. The first part of our feedback can be published but the directional information is for the owner. We told Gwyn about the poor directions and he said he had asked his son (the actual owner) to alter it, but he has not done do. It seems that we are by no means the first people to struggle with the lack of information on finding the house.
Miss Altay March 2019

“The cottage was exactly what we needed!”

It was comfortable and had everything we needed to relax - including a hot tub! We even got complementary fresh eggs! We loved our stay.
Mrs Gee February 2019

“Beautiful location,plenty of room,good facilities,friendly owner,even had fresh eggs on arrival,will definitely book this cottage again.”
Mr Brunskill January 2019

“The owner is a really nice man, makes you feel very welcome”
Mr Forster November 2018

“Cefn yr Efail is a lovely, comfortable , spacious converted barn and is an excellent base for a trip to all of Snowdonia (take a trip a mile down the road to Ynyspandy Slate Mill!”

Only one thing to be aware of is that one of the upstairs bedrooms is a through route to the other (though Gwyn, the caretaker did inform me of this beforehand). This is OK with family and friends but i had a group of people unfamiliar with each other so this 'middle' room isn't ideal. The beds are noticably inferior in this room too - it seems that it's the one the owners forgot! But overall a great place and would gladly go back. The complementary eggs on arrival are nice too.
Mrs Hoskin October 2018

“A wonderful week spent in Snowdonia for a special family celebration.”

Cefn-Yr-Efail proved to be the perfect holiday home for this occasion - well located, spacious, modern with a brilliant sociable kitchen / dining room that served as the central hub of the house. Easy to book and good ongoing communication regarding our booking - I would definitely recommend and again use Sykes and Cefn-Yr-Efail.
Mrs Harris September 2018

“Beautiful cottage with wonderful views.”

Cottage decorated to a high standard but could benefit from some rugs on the floors as makes it a little stark. Also was expecting linen which was provided to be changed during our stay as was for two weeks. Otherwise perfect.
Peter H September 2018

“Excellent”

Fantastic location and within easy reach of beaches, local pubs and attractions. We were met by Gwyn who is lovely and very welcoming, and the cottage itself was superbly laid out and although we were only a party of 4 I think even 8 here would find the place very generously sized. It is dog friendly and our collie was quite safely contained with the garden areas and could be left to look after himself with no concerns. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a great place to stay in the area and we will definitely be back.
Mr Keeling July 2018

“All though the property was good overall a lot of the pots /pans etc are badly in need of replacement, fridge in kitchen is old and not fit for food (ok for bottles/tins) and should be replaced, a lick of paint would do wonders, also worth pointing out to people that the mobile phone signal is really poor.”

Sky t.v signal very weak.
Mr Shepherd June 2018

“We had a lovely week.”

Gwyn, the owner, is a pleasant chap who was very welcoming and we appreciated the dozen newly laid free range eggs he left for us. The building is very spacious and had everything we needed. With a 2 year old in tow, the enclosed garden & decking area was great, he could be left to run with no worries of him escaping. The location is very quiet, the only noise was the occasional tractor and the views of the surrounding hills was superb. The weather certainly helped being hotter than usual for the week and this proved to be an ideal base from which to explore the many places of interest this area has to offer. All in all a good experience and would certainly recommend to anyone.
Jemma S May 2018

“Amazing wonderful beautiful-thanks gwyn!!”

We have sadly just returned from a week at this property,we did not want to leave and I still wish I was back there!! It is a beautiful big house in a stunning quiet location. Gwyn who looks after the property is a true gentlemen, he brought us fresh eggs on our arrival day and was on hand if ever we needed anything even extending his kindness to picking up me and the husband when we got stranded in bedgellert after a walk went wrong. The area is amazing, loads to do all around no matter what you want to do-we had 3 great days walking and spent then other 4 doing tourist things such as black rock sands, Harlech, bangor and criccieth and there is still plenty more we plan on returning to do. All in all we had a fantastic holiday and we very much plan on returning in the future. Highly recommend and once again thanks gwyn hope to see you again soon.
Mr Smedley March 2018

“Great value for money and a perfect location.”

We would recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay around the Snowdonia area. Great for both parties and families alike.
Mr Griffiths January 2018

“The actual building is really nice, however, 3 of the upstairs bedrooms have extremely restricted height, I'm 6ft 2 so don't expect to be jumping on pogo sticks in many rooms but the ceiling must be closer to 5ft 12 in the middle with a steep attic drop to both sides, leaving just a narrow 2 foot or so down the centre to walk.”

Walking upstairs caused creaking in the floorboards so badly that it woke people down in the downstairs bedroom. Walking was inevitable if you needed the loo as besides the one en-suite the other two upstairs rooms had to walk the full length of the building to get to the stairs to go down to the downstairs loo. The double bed upstairs in the end room had no cover on the mattress, luckily we had a blanket with us, I presume just an oversight on the cleaners behalf. The downstairs bath wouldn't get warm and when the nozzles shot out when they were switched on, so the bath was abandoned in favour of the shower. Overall the building is lovely, the guy who handled the key on arrival day was great, the location is great too. I figured for the price paid it was overpriced to say the arrival time was so late and the departure time so early, however we DID have the whole family there and the place wasn't cramped so not all bad by all means.
Mrs Thayer December 2017

“Just superb - the cottage was excellent and all eight of us and the dog had a fabulous time exploring the countryside, mountains and coastline near Porthmadog!”

Highly recommend to everyone.
u2bono4ever February 2017

“Beautiful peace of Wales”

/01/17.This is the third time we have stopped in this beautifully equipped barn/cottage For my husbands Birthday weekends. The Owners Father Gwyn is a true Gentleman brings you fresh eggs and some beautiful stories of the local area love chatting to him! The c;ottage/Barn is always clean on arrival to the highest of standards! with lots of added extras. Best nights sleep ever in this peaceful retreat just outside Porthmadog . Very spacious living room dinning area in fact spacious throughout! Best equipped kitchen in any Cottage /Barn rental we have ever stopped in throughout the U.K. Amazing utility room washer dryer another fridge /freezer iron ironing board.mop brush hoover . Comfortable and relaxing just what we needed nice winter break after the mad rush of Christmas. Off road parking. Safe enclosed garden area . Even our dog loves it here lots of country lane walks! Already booked for next year! Highly recommended so what you waiting for for get booking! Go for midnight walk and check out them star's!! Thank you & See you again next year! Kind Regards Chel
clairecooper1984 January 2017

“Absolutely perfect!”

We have stayed at this cottage now for the 3rd time it is a amazing place couldnt fault it. The views are beautiful and the owners father is lovely and very helpful we had a fantastic christmas there the house was very luxurious and spacious. We are very much looking forward to another christmas this year. Would recommend this highly to anyone was the perfect break just what we all needed
Graham A January 2017

“Perfect retreat”

Me and my family visited this barn, and it was just what we were after. Great location right near portmadog, criccieth but a in a nice secluded location in the hills offering a perfect retreat. It has everything you'll need in a holiday home and is presented to a high standard. The owners father lives opposite and is very welcoming, offering fresh eggs on arrival. A nice touch. We enjoyed our stay and will defiantly be returning as in my opinion there is no better base to explore North Wales.
Richard H March 2016

“Just what we needed”

What a great place to stay. Well laid out inside with plenty of space and a really good heating system. Lovely views to the North. Only a couple of miles to two great pubs and a good chip shop all at Tremadog. Gwyn gave us a warm welcome............and even supplied some eggs, thank you. Good place to stay for Porthmadog (Welsh Highland and Ffestiniog Railways), Ciccieth, Llyn Peninsula, Beddgelert and Snowdon. Would definitely stay again.
A FlipKey verified reviewer May 2013

“Perfect”

The house was amazing, the views were beautiful. We went with our children and their spouses it was the perfect getaway, nothing was too far away and you could do as much or as little as you wanted. The house was lovely and big so although there was eight of us it never seemed crowded. The caretaker was very friendly and helpful and just a couple of minutes in the car to Porthmadog for groceries, pub etc. Will be back.
A FlipKey verified reviewer April 2013

“Everything you could wish for”

Everything about this cottage was perfect. It was beautifully furnished and such a great size. We stayed here for a family get together with 8 adults. Kitchen and dining area very spacious and great for socialising. Utility room to wash and dry our hiking gear. A fabulous downstairs bathroom and a great living room with a huge TV. Lovely area outside - not warm enough for us to sit outside but can imagine how nice it would be in summer. I took so many things I simply didn't need so it was like being home from home. Very clean and tidy upon arrival. would definitely go again. Gwynn, the owners son was extremely friendly and informative. It was nice to see the photos of how the barn was developed.
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2012

“Warm, spacious, well equipped with a friendly host”

A warm "home from home" which was clean and welcoming on arrival. We arrived in the dark (mid October) and found the property easily after receiving good directions from the property owner. The house was warm and inviting with lots of space for four adults and two teenage children. We thoroughly enjoyed using the house as a base to explore mid Wales and found it very welcoming to return to after a long day out and about! The beds were clean and comfortable and the kitchen was equipped with all the usual items plus a few extras like a coffee maker. A short (10 mins approx) drive to Porthmadog provided a supermarket and lots of local businesses for food, gifts, local take aways and some interesting shops to browse through. Market day was Friday with approx 18 to 20 stalls. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Cefn-yr-efail and would recommend the property to anyone who has a larger party of travellers!
A FlipKey verified reviewer September 2012

“A fantastic getaway for a group of friends or larger family.”

We stayed at this house for a week with friends and children. We had typical welsh weather but this didn't seem to matter. We cooked, played games, snuggled up and watched films. Night times were so cosy. Once we'd put the kids to bed, we cracked open the wine, relaxed, chatted and popped the Pringles. One of the evenings we had a chinese takeaway from Portmafog town 5 minutes away. When the sun came out it was time to head to Black Rock sands with the buckets and spades. Harlech castle is 20 minutes away and Portmerion 10 minutes. Sometimes it was just nice to open the gate and walk up the quiet lanes outside the house. The views were beautiful, especially from the king sized bedroom. The kitchen is perfect for a larger group, it's modern and lush with a large table seating 6-8. We did our washing at the property so the suitcase was full of nice clean washing to take home. There is a double bedroom and a very large bathroom/shower/toilet on the ground floor should guests have disabilities.
A FlipKey verified reviewer March 2012

“Unbelievably relaxing holiday in a fantastic location. Great for”

This is a beautifully decorated and furnished large holiday home in a fantastic location. The help we got before arriving, and the welcome we received was excellent - there was a pint of milk waiting for us and the house was warm and welcoming. The younger members of the group really appreciated the huge t.v. and comfortable sofas,we loved the whirlpool bath. Lovely views all around, with good walking on the doorstep and if you're lucky with the weather, perfect for stargazing. Close to the beaches and attractions of North Wales including Portmeirion only 10 minutes drive away. We will definitely stay there again, there is so much more to see and do in the area and it's a great house to come home to after a busy day. As the building is old it did creak a bit during the night as it settled, but we think that this was because of the heating (we were there in January) and probably wouldn't be a problem in the summer.
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2011

“An outstanding holiday home!!!”

The six of us visited in October 2011. As soon as we opend the door we were all very suprised on how clean and modern the barn converion was. We later met the owner and found him to be very helpfull. I would not hesitate on reccommending this property to anyone! A+++ all the way!!!
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The property

Porthmadog 4 miles. A superb converted smithy in the hamlet of Golan near Porthmadog.

Decorated and furnished to a very high standard, the accommodation at this Porthmadog cottage is quality and contemporary, including oak and slate flooring, spacious rooms, a Jacuzzi bath, en-suite to the large master bedroom and a farmhouse kitchen, sure to become the heart of your holiday home during your stay.

The outside space at this Porthmadog cottage is wonderful for relaxing, with a lawn and sitting area with some lovely views over the fields towards the mountains.

The amenities of Porthmadog are a few miles away, and attractions within easy reach of this Porthmadog cottage include Italianate Portmeirion village, Snowdon and its surrounds and castles at Caernarfon, Conwy and Harlech, not to mention sandy beaches, superb walking and a variety of watersports.

A terrific Porthmadog cottage for a memorable stay.

Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double with doors to garden, 1 x spacious king-size double with views, Sky TV, DVD & en-suite shower, basin & WC, 1 x twin (sloping ceilings) leading to 1 x double (sloping ceilings)
Ground floor bathroom with Jacuzzi corner bath, shower cubicle, basin & WC
Farmhouse kitchen with breakfast bench & dining area with TV
Spacious sitting room with flame-effect electric fire.
Oil central heating with electric fire in sitting area
Electric oven & hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs, 2 with Sky, 2 x DVD players, WiFi, books/games/DVDs
Fuel & power inc. in rent
Bed linen & towels inc. in rent
Cot, highchair & stairgate
Off road parking for 4 cars
Garden with decking, gravelled area, lawned area, furniture, & mountain views
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shops & pubs 2.5 miles.

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About the location

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, where you can travel by steam through spectacular Snowdonia scenery, to Blaenau Ffestiniog. 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. An ideal location for the attractions of Snowdonia and the The Lleyn Peninsula.

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Golan near Porthmadog, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 4018)

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Features

“Cefn Yr Efail was well equipped, comfortable and large enough to accommodate our party with plenty of room.”

“The ensuite would have benefitted from a light above the basin, a better place to store the spare WC rolls rather than the toilet brush.”

“An ideal spacious and well equipped family home for our 3-generation family holiday, set in lovely rural surroundings.”

“The cottage was exactly what we needed!”

“Beautiful location,plenty of room,good facilities,friendly owner,even had fresh eggs on arrival,will definitely book this cottage again.”

“The owner is a really nice man, makes you feel very welcome”

“Cefn yr Efail is a lovely, comfortable , spacious converted barn and is an excellent base for a trip to all of Snowdonia (take a trip a mile down the road to Ynyspandy Slate Mill!”

“A wonderful week spent in Snowdonia for a special family celebration.”

“Beautiful cottage with wonderful views.”

“Excellent”

“We had a lovely week.”

“Amazing wonderful beautiful-thanks gwyn!!”

“Great value for money and a perfect location.”

“Just superb - the cottage was excellent and all eight of us and the dog had a fabulous time exploring the countryside, mountains and coastline near Porthmadog!”

“Beautiful peace of Wales”

“Absolutely perfect!”

“Perfect retreat”

“Just what we needed”

“Perfect”

“Everything you could wish for”

“Warm, spacious, well equipped with a friendly host”

“A fantastic getaway for a group of friends or larger family.”

“Unbelievably relaxing holiday in a fantastic location. Great for”

“An outstanding holiday home!!!”