Morfin
- 6 guests
- 3 beds
- 2 bathrooms
- Pet Friendly
Description
Morfin is a very comfy holiday house, with gorgeous views towards Moel y Gest. Once the home of former Prime Minister David Lloyd George, who lived at Morfin from the age of 16 for ten years. As a solicitor he had his first office in what is now the dining room!
Enjoy the views of the sea and Moel y Gest from the bay window in the relaxed sitting room, where you will find comfy chairs, plenty of books and a good selection of CDs, and a TV with DVD player. The sitting room opens into the dining room with a glass topped table and chairs, and French windows open into the small but sweet garden. There is a step up to the long galley kitchen with electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge with ice box and microwave. Next door the utility room has a washing machine and dishwasher and a door out to the garden. There are three bedrooms, all with a small TV. The double room has lovely calm colours and the most wonderful view across the bay to Moel y Gest and the hills beyond. The twin room has 2'6" beds which are suitable for children.
The comfy little chair on the landing is just the place to sit and daydream, or spend an hour or two reading some of the interesting collection books on David Lloyd George, the only Welsh Prime Minister and 1st Earl of Dwyfor!
There are two steps down to the bathroom with bath, separate shower, loo and wash hand basin. Go upstairs again to another lovely double bedroom, with even more magnificent views. Tucked away is a very neat little wet room with loo and wash hand basin. Outside, there is a small pretty terraced garden with table and chairs. Although the garden is enclosed, it isn't dog proof and young children should also be supervised. Within a short walk from Morfin you can enjoy Criccieth's interesting individual shops, galleries, good restaurants and cafes. One of the best fish and chip shops in North Wales is just up the road, as is the famous Cadwalader's Ice Cream shop. Morfin is peaceful, calm and relaxing, with soft colours and interesting bits and bobs. I love the lamp in the dining room and the David Lloyd George corner on the landing where you can sit and admire the view or quietly read a book.
A comfy house in a delightful Victorian seaside town.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Pet Friendly
- Near Pub / Shop
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Pet Friendly
- Near Pub / Shop
- Smoke Free
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
We stayed at Morfin this past week.
We found the property to be very good value for money. It is situated in a perfect location with amazing views of the bay. The lovely owner met us on arrival to give us the keys and give us a quick explanation of how everything worked. The property itself was homely and comfortable. We found the beds particularly comfortable and the house also has a tv in each bedroom. All the essential amenities are provided and everything was in good working order. The kitchen was well stocked with all the necessary utensils. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this property and will most certainly book it again for our visit next year.
How very kind of you to write such a lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay . Mr Michael Hurle is delighted to be described as “ the lovely owner” and will dine out on this for many months to come. We do hope that you will return in 2027.
Morfin is a fantastic house in a wonderful location!
We loved staying centrally in Criccieth - it is a special place of ours and being able to walk from our front door to some of our favourite spots was fab. We recommend Cadwaladers ice cream, Idris Cafe for cakes, Lifeboat practice launch on Thursday evenings, walking out west along the coast path to the Estuary, mini golf/football/park near the castle, and of course the main beach. The house is very light and sunny, and spacious for a family. The views from the front 2 bedrooms are amazing, and there is plenty of on-street parking nearby, so this was never an issue, even in August. We would definitely stay here again.
Thank you for taking the time to write a positive review. We are so pleased that you found so much to do nearby. Criccieth is a special place for us too .
Lovely clean property in a fantastic location
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are pleased that you found the house clean .
Lovely house in a beautiful location, from the moment we walked through the door we felt at home.
The house is so peaceful and the owners have gone to a lot of trouble tonensure everything is catered for. We loved the books and the beds are super comfortable. Only slight negative (and I'm struggling to find anything at all really) the garden was really over grown, making it difficult to enjoy, we would have loved to sit out there in the gorgeous weather we had.
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay, despite the untidy garden. Thank you for bringing to our attention the luxuriant growth. We have cut back the yellow flowering bush by the back door, chopped back the cotoneaster and trimmed the lavatera , which was encroaching around the table.. We are reluctant to destroy the ferns, as they are a legacy from when Lloyd-George lived here. They were one of his favourite plants.
A lovely house, with everything we could want and more, in a beautiful location.
Friendly hosts who accommodated our late arrival with no fuss. Will definitely be booking again in future.
Thank you for your kind comments. We do hope that you will be able to return to Morfin.
We return to Morfin every year, sometimes twice!
It is a home away from home, very comfortable and welcoming. The situation of the house, close to the sea, just below the castle and combined with the views are perfect. Also an ideal place for wild swimming all through the year, very short walk and calm seas. Very dog friendly.
How very kind of you to take time to write such a positive review. We love coming to Morfin ourselves and are happy to share with you.
We had a lovely stay at Morfin.
The property was extremely well equipped with literally everything we needed plus more. It was warm, cozy and very comfortable and literally minutes from either the beach or town centre. The owners had really gone the extra mile & we felt very welcome, including our dogs. We would definitely recommend this property & would stay again if visiting the area.
So pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Morfin. We love staying there too especially out of season when you can sit upstairs and watch the waves crashing . Thank you for your lovely comments.
Morfin is a brilliant property with supportive owners.
It was perfect for a restful break a very close to Criccieth beach. This was our 3rd visit to this property and it's dog friendly too and we hope to come again. Very highly recommended in a beautiful and friendly place
Thank you once again for your lovely comments and for leaving Morfin so clean and tidy. Did you enjoy the rare sight of Cricvieth in the snow?
We had a lovely stay in Morfin.
The accommodation is just perfect and we felt at home as soon as we walked in the door. We were welcomed by the owner who is very friendly and helpful - and very thoughtful welcome treats which were very much appreciated. All we can say is just PERFECT and we will return.
How very kind of you to give Morfin a perfect review. We are so pleased that you found everything you needed. Thank you for your booking for 2026. We look forward to welcoming you again and many thanks for leaving the house in a pristine state.
A lovely peaceful place to stay, with beautiful views of the sea.
Very dog friendly with plenty space and close to local butcher, baker, shoe shop and antiques. Easy to park on the road. We stay every year and will certainly return. Thank you for sharing Morfin.
How very kind of you to write such a lovely review. We hope you continue to enjoy time spent at Morfin,
We loved this historic ,quaint, charming and soulful property in a great location.
Well stocked with everything we required as a family of 4. Stunning views. Thank you.
Thank you for your lovely comments. We are happy that you found everything you needed . We love your description especially the “ soulful” comment.
We had a wonderful week at Morfin.
The location was absolutely perfect, close to the beach and shops, restaurants. Thank you for the welcome bits - fruit and sweets for the grandchildren was a lovely gesture. Worth noting that the shower on the top floor is wet room, all worked well however was a little tricky using facilities post shower as took a while for the floor to dry.
Thank you for your comments. Sorry that you were inconvenienced by the wet, wet room. We will investigate the possibility of a drainage problem.
This is the second time I have been to this property and myself and friends love it.
It feels like it wraps its arms around you and makes you feel loved and cared for and we can't praise it enough. One of our friends came on holiday knowing that her husband was in palative care, but her family felt it best she take this holiday and sadly he passed while we were there, but she said that being in Morfin and Criccieth helped give her peace and she continued on with her holiday. My husband was a bit poorly too that week and as his carer and the main carer for my friend I was a bit flustered the morning we left and the 3 of us a tiny bit late vacating the property so were still there when the owner arrived and a I felt very bad about all that had happened. He didn't know what had happened for us that week but he kindness itself and I want to thank him again for this. Have booked Morfin again as it holds a special place in our hearts
We appreciate your lovely comments . Criccieth is a very special place for us too. It is both calming and at the same time invigorating. We are sorry to learn of your sad news , but happy to know that you and your friends found some comfort at Morfin.
We had a lovely stay at Morfin.
It’s in a perfect location in Criccieth with beautiful views of the sea! It was such a well equipped holiday home which ensured a comfortable stay. We would definitely like to return!
What a lovely surprise when I opened my inbox this morning. Thank you so much for your kind comments. It was a pleasure to meet you and your dog . We hope that you may return one day.
Second time we have been there - fabulous location, wonderful hosts and had everything we needed - definitely recommend
Thank you so much for your positive comments. Hope you enjoyed swimming in the sea.
We have stayed at this property several times and we love it!
It is warm, comfortable, beautifully clean and well maintained, plus it is in the perfect location: 2 doors from both Cadwalladers ice cream shop and the best fish and chips! Lovely views from the windows of the sea and the castle from the top floor bedroom skylight, plus from the garden too. I am sure we will be back again :)
Thank you so much for you lovely comments.
Only real issue was that the oven didn't work.
Thank you for your feedback. Apologies re the oven, which you told us about on Monday evening. We did try to get an electrician to sort it out on Tuesday, but he failed to turn up. The hob and grill were working and also the microwave so we hope you managed to avoid starvation.
Comfortable and well appointed house in a good and convenient location.
Good view across the harbour. Thoughtful welcoming supplies from very obliging owners.
Thank you for your positive comments. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay in Morfin.
Morfin was a delightful home to be in for a few days, I particularly enjoyed sitting at the stone table at the top of the garden with a coffee and book.
The house was 100% equipped with all that you would need, clean, comfortable and relaxing to sleep, eat and just be in. Perfect location. Incredible selection of reading matter, everything well thought out. Already planning my next visit, thank you Jane and Mike for letting us stay.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. I love sitting in the garden or “jungle” as it was described by a previous guest. I love gardens where the plants do their own thing. We hope that you will return to read a little more of our eclectic reading material. Jane & Mike
Enjoyed our stay at Morfin wonderful views.
Weather was warm and sunny apart from last day. Dogs enjoyed their trips to the Beach.
Thank you for your positive feedback. Did you enjoy your trips to the beach too? We are so pleased that you experienced Criccieth in sunshine .
The house is so comfortable and beautifully situated with amazing views.
It was our third stay and we will certainly come back.
Thank you for your kind comments. We are so pleased that you continue to enjoy the views and beautiful Criccieth.
Our stay was good in this very dog friendly house
Thank you for taking the time to give us some feedback.
Although not promoted as a disabled friendly property, I decided to book it anyway because it looked eminently suitable for my needs.
It is a delightful house with very comfortable seating everywhere and very well equipped in the kitchen and utility room. The sea views through the picture windows from the two double bedrooms are stunning, especially at sunrise and sunset. However the climb from middle floor to the top floor en-suite is not suitable for the infirm. Everywhere is very clean (except the dust and cobwebs found behind the chest of drawers when pushing the the two singles together to create a third double) Also, the back garden was disappointing in that it could be a very pleasant sitting area but everything was overgrown, making access difficult and annoying. Despite the negative points, I do recommend this property for its comfort and proximity to the beach and promenade.
Thank you for your constructive comments. The garden is untidy and once the season is over the overgrown shrubs will be cut back.
We all felt that the kitchen was well equipped for cooking etc, and nice to have a dish washer, the rooms were fine and had everything we needed, however the whole place could do with a really deep clean, the fridge, drawers, rug in the front room, ledges, skirting boards, floors, under the beds etc.
were all dirty, and the whole place looks dated, such a shame really as the place has so much potential. We were also very disappointed at the state of the garden or should I call it "the jungle" it wasn't fit for use at all, again a real shame. We all felt that due to these problems it was overpriced.
Thank you for your review. The first part was most complimentary and then came the sting in the tail. Neither ourselves nor Sykes received any complaints from you during your stay and Mr Hurle even met you on your day of departure, It therefore came as a shock to receive this review. On your arrival I invited you to look around to check that Morfin was suitable accommodation for your party of three, one of whom had mobility issues. Your reply of “I’m going nowhere”led me to believe that you were happy to stay, although you were a little peeved at having to park 50 yards away . It was August Bank Holiday and no spaces nearer. Your comments about cleanliness are outrageous. Having had a complaint about dust on the dado rail several years ago , I now take photos of sections of the house about an hour before guests are due to arrive.I have photos of the rug,flooring, sink, basin, bath…taken on August 25th at 15.15. No dust to be seen. In order to look under the beds you would need to crawl on hands and knees for one bed and you would need to move the others as they are divans. I know the weather that week was poor , but did you not have anything better to do during your holiday than hunting for dust?As for value for money, the price is set by Sykes.August is prime holiday time. Your comment re the garden being a jungle is in the realms of hyperbole. The garden is untidy but usable. There are two seating areas for reading relaxing, eating and drinking and space for drying your washing. If you wanted more space for football, tennis, barbecues etc then I suggest using the beach a mere minutes walk away.I sympathise that the weather was bad and that Morfin was not to your liking. Perhaps you should have let us know immediately? You had ample time when you arrived, during your week and when you met Mr Hurle on day of departure.
Fantastic property, great location, lovely owners!
We really enjoyed our stay at Morfin, loved the central location and views, the kids loved being on the beach and we enjoyed exploring the area (and taste testing all the cakes in the cafes). The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen is well stocked, and the little garden is such a sweet addition to the holiday. We had plenty of room for all of us (6) to sit comfortably and enjoy some family time. The house is well stocked with some great books, movies, and has really good WiFi coverage. There are some amazing days out in the area for the kids and we enjoyed a trip to Zip World, lots of castles, and beaches. Highly recommend Morfin; thank you for giving us a great location to make some amazing family memories.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We also appreciated your letter and the need for a larger frying pan. Constructive comments are always welcome.
Great location, garden unkempt, cleanliness poor,bedding worn out,overall poor level of decoration, I'm sure that it would not take much to bring up to scratch but the rating of 4star at present is not warranted
Thank you for taking the time to write your review.What a pity you did not alert us immediately to the defects of Morfin. Thank you for leaving a disgusting mess in the outside food waste bin . There are biodegradable bags into which food waste should be placed before going into the outside bin. Instructions for waste disposal are clearly stated in the information folder. Thank you for allowing your dogs upstairs, and I suspect on the beds, as I found a multitude of dog hairs on the bedding. Thank you for putting an uncovered duvet and a covered duvet in the bath with the damp towels. The bedding is almost new and I have taken photos of all bedding used during your stay for future reference should you wish to take your complaint further. I agree the garden is untidy , the main reason being that July was a very wet month.As for the comment about 4 stars. These are calculated from the marks awarded from guests . Your very low mark seems at odds with the majority of our guests and has a hint of malice.
The house was just lovely and exactly as described.
The little welcome pack of supplies was a lovely touch and gratefully received. The beds were very comfortable and the living area was great. The kitchen was a little narrow for more than one person at a time but that wasn’t a major problem. We could have done with a bigger fridge with five of us there for five days but we managed. The location of the house was excellent with stunning views of the beach and an easy walk down there in the morning. Lovely property all round and we had an excellent stay.
Thank you so much for your positive feedback. Yes the kitchen is narrow and the space for a large fridge is not available ,but as you note , it is manageable. I hope the weather was kind to you and that you were tempted to try both the Cariad gelato and Cadwaladers ice cream.
Comfortable and well equipped house in an excellent position.
Although no dedicated parking this was not a problem as nearby ‘on street ‘ parking was always available ( this might be different at a busier time ).
Thank you for taking time to review Morfin. Your kind words, however, belie the marks given for accuracy of listing, cleanliness and comfort. Sykes/ Menai are responsible for the listing. In what way are they inaccurate? As for cleanliness it would be helpful to know exactly what was unclean in order for us to put it right.
A lovely clean, bright and well-equipped house to stay in with beautiful views.
The owners are very attentive and friendly. We hadn't realised that steep stairs and no downstairs loo would be tricky for us older ones! Also we had to overflow into another bedroom because the double bed was not king size, but it was fantastic to be in Criccieth again after many decades and find very little has changed.
Thank you for your feedback. Sorry about the steep stairs and lack of WC on the ground floor. Mr Hurle did offer to find you alternative accommodation . He gave you ample time to see the double bed, steep stairs and lack of downstairs W.C. On his return to check that you were happy with the accommodation you answered in the affirmative. What more could we have done to make your experience better?
Very well stocked cottage in an ideal position.
The property was very clean and welcoming with a few extras from the owner such as a cake and fruit. Really lovely touches thank you. My family and the dog thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Parking can be somewhat challenging though.
Thank you for taking the time to give us such positive feedback. We note that we failed to get 100% due to losing marks on accuracy of listing. We have no influence over this ,as it is devised by Sykes Cottages/ Menai. Could you tell us the discrepancy so that we can take this up with Sykes? So pleased you enjoyed your stay .
Had such a lovely welcome by the owner to this lovely, comfy, well equipped property.
It has stunning views of the bay and a perfect location for the beach, Cadwaladers Ice cream ( the best
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. I enjoyed meeting you , especially your beautiful dog. You certainly had a mixed bag of weather during the week, but you seem to have appreciated the charms of Criccieth whatever the weather.
A lovely, welcoming cottage, very clean and comfortable.
We loved watching the waves crashing against the seawall from the upstairs bedrooms and seeing the beautiful illuminated castle at night from the back garden. The cottage is very close to everything in the pretty town of Criccieth, and a visit to Cadwaladers at the end of the street is a must. Everything we needed was provided and more besides . We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Morphin and would definitely stay again. .
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. We do hope you will be able to stay again and once more appreciate the delights of Criccieth.
Fabulous house, excellent location, parking outside.
Would definitely recommend
Thank you so much for your kind comments. I hope you found the heating instructions helpful. Sorry we were unable to meet and greet .
A really beautiful place to stay.
View of the castle at night from the upstairs is wonderful. Perfect place for an early morning stroll on the beach. All the locals were extremely friendly. Great base for exploring this part of Wales.
Thank you for finding the time for your positive feedback We are pleased that you enjoyed your time in Criccieth despite the wet weather. Thank you for reminding us about the illuminated Criccieth Castle.
Lovely place to stay.
Plenty of room for a family and pets. Kitchen well equipped with comfortable lounge. Handy for beach and castle will definitely be back.
Thank you for your lovely comments. We hope that you will be able to return to explore the unique delights of Criccieth.
Another lovely stay at Morfin.
Great views, convenient location and the goodies much appreciated. Thank you
Thank you for your positive comments. So pleased you enjoyed you second visit. I looked in all the cupboards but did not find any KitKats this time!
property was excellent , well maintained but the garden could do with a tidy up ,well situated for amenities , the view from the top room was spectacular highly recommend this property
Thank you for your kind comments. The untidy garden will be tidied at the end of the season. We hope that the rampant honeysuckle and clematis did not detract too much from the enjoyment of your holiday.
Morfin was in a great location and was very comfortable for the week for ourselves, my father and our two whippets.
The owners were we're responsive, helpful and friendly. We had everything we needed and where able to use the heating when required when the weather became a little chilly in the evening. Criccieth is a great place with lovely beach walk, ice-cream, fish and chips and Dylans boardwalk on a sunny day is so lovely. The top floor carpet and bed coverings had some large dog hairs and could benefit from a good hoovering but we appreciate that this is a dog friendly house. This didn't detract from our holiday at all. It's just a housekeeping comment and easily addressed. Thanks for our stay, we had such a lovely time and would recommend Morfin.
Thank you for taking the time to write your feedback. We are glad you found the house comfortable . Apologies for the dog hairs. Guests are expected not to allow dogs on beds but…….We do hoover on changeover day but obviously not enough on this occasion.
Lovely house , well situated for amenities and the views across the bay were excellent.
Nice to see the castle from the top floor which was illuminated at night. Plenty of crockery, cutlery etc as well as cleaning materials. Have booked again for September.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay and that you will be returning in September.
Happy.
Pleased. Would go again.
Thank you for your succinct and positive comments.
An excellent property very well equipped and situated in the perfect spot for the beach, pubs,shops etc.
One small thing - though listed as dog friendly and indeed it was inside, the external space was a bit limited. However, the beach was just outside and George and Bernard had a great time!
Thank you for your kind comments. Our dog enjoys the beach too.
The cottage was perfect.
Great location, close to all amenities especially the ice cream shop/cafe! The owners Mike and Jilll were lovely in every respect, informative prior to the visit, helpful at the time we collected the keys and generous in what they did to accommodate our needs.
Thank you so much for the positive feedback. It was a surprise to discover that one of your group was the brother of the man from whom we bought the house. I hope he approved of the changes.
We had a lovely week at Morfin, and thought the house was so charming and welcoming.
The living room is particularly attractive and cosy, and all the bedrooms are very comfortable with good quality mattresses. The top room has magnificent views over sea and mountains, and is fitted out to a wonderfully high spec, including its wet room ensuite. The kitchen is well equipped and cheerful. As a dog owner I did wonder before the holiday where I could find a grassy place for my dog, but was happy to find a grassy alleyway at the end of the garden which my dog was happy to use. The house is ideally located for getting to the beach and the castle, and there was a really good vegan cafe just a few steps away, plus an excellent fish and chip shop. It's well situated too for visiting the Lleyn Peninsula, Snowdonia and the Rhinogs. We would love to return. The house has such a lovely welcoming feel!
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. It is refreshing to communicate with someone who appreciates Morfin, a comfortable well equipped Victorian house with stunning views and a connection to Lloyd George. We are delighted that you felt the welcoming vibe and would like to return.
Lovely well appointed property with lots of thoughtful extras.
Excellent location with beautiful views and a stone’s throw from the beach. I loved the little wild flower garden which was magical in the afternoon/evening sun.
Lovely cottage, excellent location near the centre of criccieth and the beach.
The photos on line make the house look slightly better than it is in real life - very clever photography!!! But all in all a lovely place and a lovely mini break
Your support page for Covid was really helpful.
It helped keep my anxieties at bay and be confident I would get to the holiday in the end. We loved the house, the top room is a bit hot so the fan in there was very helpful. The back bedroom disappointed our daughter intitially because she said it was like a grandma bedroom. It’s the one room that would benefit an upgrade. Although she grew to love it so not sure it’s urgent. The owners were really helpful and especially kind as I walked off with their keys. The house is in a perfect situation with the ice cream shop at the end of the road and the chippy round the corner. They have been a godsend during outdoor only dining.
Perfect location, extremely well appointed property which was very well equipped ensuring we had everything we needed.
We were particularly appreciative of being welcomed and shown round by the owner. All in all the perfect holiday. We will definitely be returning
This was the 4th time we have stayed in Morfin and we loved it just as much as ever.
The house is homely and comfortable, well equipped and in a really great location close to the Castle, beach, Cadwalladers ice cream shop and the chip shop - what more could you ask for? Only small problem can be the parking, even with it being low season and parking allowed on both sides of the street, it was sometimes necessary to leave the car away from the house but it wasn’t a major problem.
Great location
Great having two bathrooms but a few little things need sorting out.
Bara Brith, milk and Owners contact were all nice touches.
Excellent location.
Yard was not totally secure for our dog but the cottage itself was comfortable, clean and very well equipped. Lovely cottage for 5 people and a dog, plenty of space for us all. Close to local amenities.
The property lived up to expectations and the owner was very helpful.
The location was perfect for exploring the Llyn Peninsular.
The house had everything we needed.
Fantastic views across the bay from the front bedrooms. Spacious for my family and dog. Great location- 5mins walk to the beach and a couple of lovely cafes. Chippy around the corner and a great ice cream parlour a few doors away. Will definitely be going again.
John the owner welcomed us to the home and was more than happy to give us tips on the local area.
The home had everything we needed, was a lovely size and so well placed for exploring the local area. We spent a long weekend, parked on the Friday and didn't move the car again until Monday because we just loved the local walks. Felt truly relaxed upon return. Can't wait to go back.
Would definitely book through Menai Holidays again and recommend to friends and family.
The space was quite restricted.
The washing line was not generous enough for a family's washing, and several things in the house were out of order.
Very good amenities, clean throughout, great place to come back to relax after a day out.
Well equipped kitchen.
Comfy bedding. Lovely bathrooms and towels. Great location.
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150
Smoking
Not permitted
Property notes
Note: Although garden is enclosed it is not dog proof for small dogs as gaps between gates quite big and the wall is low
Note: Infants to be included in party numbers (max 6)
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
16:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1008931
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome