Guests say
Gwelfor in Marloes offers a beautiful location with stunning coastal walks and beaches within walking distance. Guests appreciate the spacious and sunny rooms, especially the 'upside down' living space. The property is well-equipped for family holidays, though some guests suggest improvements in cleanliness and maintenance.
Several reviews mention issues with cleanliness, including dirty appliances and floors, suggesting a need for a deep clean. The recurring theme of cleanliness concerns has impacted the score significantly.
The property's location is highly praised for its proximity to beautiful beaches, coastal paths, and local amenities like pubs and shops, making it an ideal setting for a holiday retreat.
The property is described as cosy with lovely sunny rooms, though some guests noted issues with dampness and airflow in certain areas, as well as concerns with bathroom fixtures.
The property is well-equipped with a dishwasher, washing machine, and cooking pots. However, there are mentions of maintenance issues such as broken appliances and the need for more kitchenware, which affects the score.
While guests have suggested the option of a welcome food pack, there is no mention of gifts being provided or not, so it is not possible to score thoughtfulness based on the available reviews.
About this property
Nestled at the edge of the charming village of Marloes and set within the beautiful Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, this stylish detached upside-down house offers exceptional coastal views and high-quality accommodation for families and friends seeking a relaxing Welsh getaway. Finished and furnished to a high standard throughout, the property has been thoughtfully designed to make the most of its stunning surroundings. The first-floor open-plan living space enjoys panoramic countryside and sea views stretching from St Davids across to Solva and Newgale, creating the perfect setting to unwind after a day exploring the coast. The bright and spacious living area combines a well-equipped kitchen, dining area and comfortable sitting room with a cosy wood-burning stove, making it an ideal space for gathering together.
The kitchen features everything you need for a self-catering stay, including a double oven, induction hob, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Downstairs, the property offers four bedrooms sleeping up to eight guests, with a maximum occupancy of four adults and four children. The accommodation comprises a double bedroom with en-suite shower room, a second double bedroom and two twin bedrooms. A family bathroom and utility room are also located on the ground floor. Outside, guests can enjoy a decked patio area with outdoor dining furniture, perfect for al fresco meals while taking in the peaceful surroundings. The integral garage provides secure storage for bikes, surfboards and outdoor equipment, along with drying space for wetsuits and beach gear.
Marloes village offers a welcoming pub, The Lobster Pot is within easy reach. The spectacular Marloes Sands, renowned for its golden beach and dramatic scenery, is just a three-quarter-mile walk away. The coastal bus can be hailed directly outside the property, while Skomer Island boat trips depart from nearby Martins Haven, making this an excellent base for exploring Pembrokeshire's stunning coastline and wildlife.
Marloes is a small village on the Marloes Peninsula in Pembrokeshire, within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The village has a pub, The Lobster Pot, a small café and a village shop. The spectacular beaches and rocky coves around Marloes are well-known for many historic shipwrecks, caused by the treacherous seas surrounding Skokholm Island, just off the coast. Marloes Sands, a National Trust beach with spectacular geology is certainly worth a visit, as is Skomer Island, where you can take a boat trip to view its 6,000 pair of puffins and 120,000 pairs of Manx Shearwaters.
Accommodation
Living accommodation upstairs, bedrooms downstairs.
Four bedrooms.
1 x Ground floor double, en-suite shower room with separate shower, towel rail, basin & WC.
1 x Ground floor double.
2 x Ground floor twins.
Sleeps four adults and four children.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, towel rail, basin & WC.
Ground floor utility room.
First floor open plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area.
Integral garage
Ground source underfloor heating with wood burning stove.
Double oven, grill and induction hob, microwave, American style fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, DVD, iPod dock, WiFi, telephone use on honesty basis, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Electric Vehicles: This property does not have a charge point for electric vehicles and charging from within the property is prohibited.
Bed linen and towels included in rent (please bring your own beach towels).
Off road parking for three cars.
Storage for bikes and surfboards in garage, drying space for washing.
Patio with decking, large table and chairs.
One well-behaved pet welcome (additional charges apply).
Sorry, no smoking.
Property not suitable for children under 6 or the infirm, due to the oak and glass staircase.
Shop and pub 10 mins walk, coast 1.5 miles.
Please Note: Not suitable for more than 4 adults as twin rooms are small.
Nearby points of interest
- Blue Lagoon
Reviews (9)
-
Catherine
We really enjoyed the âupside downâ living which made the most of the wonderful views.
-
Thomas
Great for our family holiday with its position near lots of fabulous beaches. It would be nice to have an option of a welcome food pack, especially given late check in time as for fairly young children itâs unpack-dinner-bed that evening and difficult to fit shopping into our small car along with the holiday bags and buckets and spades. Too far to get out to supermarkets and back on arrival evening after unpacking the car, and village shop now shut down. An optional paid-for hamper would have made a big difference. Other suggestions include more mixing/serving bowls for the kitchen and at least a starter amount of kitchen roll (nothing to use as napkins etc). We found downstairs difficult to get air circulation going to enable clothes and towel drying. Found it felt a bit damp overall down there even in mid-August. The shower in main bathroom is not great (too narrow water flow) and the toilets in both give an alarming feeling that they are about to fall off the wall when you sit on them. Good storage in the bedrooms and lovely to have a proper utility room. It would be helpful to have the web/email info updated to be currently accurate - eg i read somewhere there would be no washing up liquid or other things which were in fact (very helpfully) provided. Overall we had a wonderful week, just providing a few points while I remember!
-
Rachele
Would be 5 stars if given a deep clean