Guests say
Bay View - Vista Marina is a well-received apartment in Criccieth, praised for its stunning sea views, spaciousness, and unique charm. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings, well-equipped kitchen, and artistic touches. While there are some concerns about maintenance and cleanliness, the location and overall experience are highly regarded, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the apartment to be clean and well-maintained, though there were isolated reports of uncleanliness, such as a musty smell in one bedroom and some areas needing a more thorough clean. The majority of reviews, however, reflect a satisfactory level of cleanliness.
The apartment's location is consistently praised for its superb seafront position, easy access to local amenities, and as a great base for exploring North Wales. The proximity to the beach and town, along with the stunning views, make the location highly desirable.
Guests find the apartment comfortable, with cosy sofas, comfortable beds, and a homely feel. Some minor issues were mentioned, such as a smell of smoke affecting comfort for those with children, but overall, the apartment is considered a relaxing retreat.
The facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable furnishings. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as broken blinds, windows that wouldn't open, and a DVD player not working, suggesting room for improvement.
While guests mention receiving a bottle of fizz as a gesture for an inconvenience, there are not enough references to consistent thoughtful touches or gifts to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such gestures are appreciated but not guaranteed.
About this property
Bay View . Vista Marina, is located on the second floor of The Big Pink House, Vista Marina, 30 Marine Terrace. overlooking the bay in Criccieth on the Llyn Peninsula. Staying here, you’re just a few minutes’ walk along the promenade to Criccieth’s town centre which has a mix of great restaurants, independent shops and brilliant ice cream!
Enter via the lobby on the ground floor and climb the grand staircase to the second floor. The sitting room has unrestricted sea views and makes the most of these with chairs situated in the traditional Victorian bay window. The sitting room is comfortable - if you can drag your gaze away from the sea views, there is a wall-hung TV with Freesat.
There’s a well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, electric cooker & hob with extractor fan, microwave, gas central heating and a fridge freezer with 2 drawers.
The decadent master bedroom boasts a superking bed, wall hung smart TV and en-suite with heater, large shower, sink & loo. However, the real gem in this room is the roll top bath in the bay window, from which you can have a long, relaxing soak and take in the views over Cardigan Bay towards Harlech Castle and Barmouth.
There is also a bright bedroom with twin beds and a cosy bedroom with double bed.
You’ll find a cloakroom with a loo and sink! The main family bathroom has sink, loo, heated towel rail and bath with shower over.
There is an external separate communal utility room on the ground floor with a shared washing machine.
Being a second-floor holiday apartment, there is no garden, but you’re just opposite the beach! There is one car parking space in the courtyard and also parking available on the street. Security Cameras monitor the external areas of the property, we have a ring doorbell which covers the main entrance. There are no cameras within the apartments.
Often described as the 'Pearl of Wales on the shores of Snowdonia’, this delightful seaside town is situated just 5 miles from Porthmadog. The town’s 13th century castle perches majestically on a rocky outcrop, dominating the skyline and offering superb views of Tremadog Bay and the Snowdonia mountains. Watersports enthusiasts will be delighted by the two beaches, whilst walkers and bikers are spoilt for choice by the proximity of the beautiful Snowdonia National Park. Stroll along the beaches, watch porpoises playing in the surf, or relax in the various pubs, restaurants and tea rooms, sampling the famous Cadwalader’s ice cream. Further afield, attractions such as Portmeirion’s wonderful Italianate gardens, the Ffestiniog railway in Porthmadog, Harlech Castle, Caernarfon Castle and the beautiful beaches and renowned golf courses of the Llyn Peninsula are all within an easy drive.
EPC Rating: Band CAccommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x superking, 1 x twin, 1 x double.
1 x cloakroom with a loo, sink and a 'singing fish'! Family bathroom with sink, loo, heated towel rail and bath with shower over.
1 x ensuite with heater, large shower, sink & loo.
1 x slipper bath in superking room.
Kitchen with dishwasher, electric cooker & hob with extractor fan, microwave, gas central heating and a fridge freezer.
Sitting room with a wall hung TV with Freesat.
Wifi.
Linen and towels included in rent.
Sea views.
Dishwasher, electric cooker & hob with extractor fan, microwave, gas central heating and a fridge freezer.
TV with Freesat, DVD player.
EV charging.
Short walk to amenities.
Note: use of shared washing machine in communal laundry room.
Small communal area available to side of property to enjoy cup of tea or glass of wine.
Note: Minimum of a 3 night stay
Reviews (39)
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Karen
Very comfortable and well equipped. Decor a little tired in places. Would recommend.
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Brenda
Clean and well equipped. We have now stayed three times and love it. Even when the weather is unfavourable the apartment is a pleasure to be in.
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Stephanie
If you love vitamin sea and mountains this is the place.