Guests say
Island View is a spacious cottage with breathtaking views, appreciated for its peacefulness and suitability for dogs. Guests enjoyed the local village, beaches, and garden, with some taking delight in the proximity to the beach and local amenities. The property offers a home-from-home experience, though some guests noted issues with maintenance and cleanliness.
Cleanliness received mixed reviews, with some guests finding the property spacious and clean, while others reported issues such as a dirty washing machine, mould, and crumbs on the toaster, indicating room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for its incredible views, peaceful surroundings, and proximity to the beach and local village, making it a desirable destination for a relaxing holiday.
Comfort is generally well-regarded, with guests finding the property spacious and the garden enjoyable. However, some concerns were raised about draughtiness and bed sizes, slightly diminishing the overall comfort level.
Facilities and maintenance have been a point of contention, with guests enjoying the views and garden but expressing dissatisfaction with aspects such as an electric fire instead of an open fire, and issues with cleanliness and maintenance of appliances.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owner, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
An extremely comfortable, warm bungalow offering complete peace and relaxation in pristine surroundings. Breathtaking sea views from every possible angle. Less than a mile from Aberdaron with award-winning beaches, restaurants and coastal path.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and WiFi included. Initial logs for open fire included. Large lawned garden with garden furniture. No smoking.. Calming pale interiors pervade throughout this coastal getaway - creating a sense of calm and comfort all year round, with glorious beaches and the Llyn Coastal Path less than a mile away. A warm home from home with a light and airy living room take advantage of the open fire, should you want to spend a lazy day with a book in the cooler months. Restful nights are promised in the immaculate three well-appointed bedrooms, which all enjoy uninterrupted and far reaching sea views. The modern kitchen is well equipped with everything needed to cook up a homemade meal. The dining table is an ideal gathering place for family breakfasts with fresh croissants from the bakery. The views from the garden are breathtakingly beautiful incorporating the Gull Islands off the coast of Aberdaron, perfect for a sundowner at the end of a fun-filled day.
Aberdaron Spar has a butchers shop within, selling local cuts for your barbecue. If you prefer seafood, try the crab cakes from the local fish bar. There is a delightful bakery, with an outdoor seating area as well as a wide variety of takeaway savoury and sweet treats for your day on the beach. There are several top-notch eating places in the village, two pubs and a newsagents/off license. An ice cream parlour and gift shop are just off the beach. Between March and October you can enjoy the Bardsey Island boat trip, the 12 seater leaves from Porth Meudwy, a short drive from Aberdaron. You can expect to spot Seals, Porpoises and a fabulous diversity of seabirds during the journey. You’ll also get to spend 4hrs doing your own this on this magical, mystical Island. The headland at the tip on the Llyn Peninsula, Uwch Mynydd is not to be missed, enjoy coastal walking at its very best, superb views of Bardsey Island to the west and mountains of Snowdonia to the east. 10 miles from Abersoch and 12 miles from Morfa Nefyn, day trips are easy if you fancy a change of scene. A local minibus runs in the summer months, ferrying people from one coastal village to another for a minimal fee, a great way to enjoy the landscape without having to watch the road, it also affords you the option of having a pub lunch and drink at one of the top ten beach bars in the world.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (9)
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Confirmed Guest
I was very disappointed when we arrived with the cleanliness for example there were crumbs all over the toaster. The open fire was hidden by an electric fire. We found this out after reading another review. There was no starter pack of fuel, no coal bucket and no way of removing the ashes. The cottage was extremely draughty and had no 'welcoming feel'. The living room door would not stay closed and kept 'blowing open' with the draught.The porch smelled awful.We asked for a bulb for the living room lamp but none was supplied. We tried to report that the dishwasher leaked badly but the telephone call was 'disconnected' so we decided not to use it following all the reviews saying how unhelpful the owner was.
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Confirmed Guest
We thought the house was perfectly fine but we were very disappointed with the service and quality from the owner.We arrived to instructions that said you can only eat in the kitchen. Not a friendly welcome to the cottage sign, I found it quite rude.As we were unpacking the freezer milk shelf broke off and narrowly missed our 2 year old. After inspecting and talking to the owner, it had clearly been broken previously and a bodged fix put in place as it was 'expensive to replace'. The freezer drawers also needed cleaning as they were covered in iced grime and stank of fish, the owner didn't offer to take over when he was in the house and we had showed him. The rest of the house was clean.It does have an open fire but it's hidden behind an electric fire which you have to move - this is fine but a simple note to explain would have been good. But there were no logs or starter kit and when asking the owner he refused to rectify.Everything and I mean everything was switched off. We had to go round the house turning radiators on, turning the emersion heater on, plug in lamps and extension leads. I get something's are switched off like the oven, but not everything. It took quite a while.All in all, it's a nice house with nice views and with a little bit of proper management and not trying to save pennies it would be a gem. The owner has ruined it.We put in a complaint and cottages.com said the owner hadn't responded - wasn't that surprised.
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Richard Eggby
what i nice place and the view are breth takeing we will book again