Self-Catering at Y Stabal | Holiday Cottages in Snowdonia

Holiday home
Set in a quaint, rural location on a 96-acre working farm, this semi-detached barn conversion is just three miles from the lovely town of Criccieth and five miles from picturesque Porthmadog. The spacious house can comfortably accommodate five people in stylish and modern surroundings. There is a wonderfully stylish kitchen, a cosy sitting room with woodburning stove and panoramic views of Snowdonia National Park. This comfortable and spacious holiday home is set in a central position for walking, cycling, watersports or fishing and is close to the beaches at nearby Criccieth, Morfa Bychan and the Llyn Peninsula.

Accomodation Details
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with Juliet balcony and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x single, 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. shared washing machine in utility. Sitting room with woodburner.

Area
Just five miles from pretty Porthmadog is the lovely seaside town of Criccieth - sometimes referred to as the 'pearl of Wales on the shores of Snowdonia'. This pretty settlement boasts a dramatic skyline due to its 13th Century castle perched majestically on a rocky outcrop with superb views over Tremadog Bay and the Snowdonia mountains. The area offers a host of activities and water sports enthusiasts will be delighted by the facilities available at the two pristine beaches. Inland, walkers and cyclists can enjoy of the beautiful Snowdonia National Park. As well as excellent sports facilities, the beaches provide great opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts to spot porpoises and are a picturesque backdrop for the town's many pubs, restaurants and tea-rooms. The area is also home to Portmeirion's wonderful Italianate gardens, the Ffestiniog railway in Porthmadog and the stunning castles at Harlech and Caernarfon.

Region
Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.

Amenities
Underfloor central heating with woodburner. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, shared washing machine in utility, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Bike storage (not lockable). Patio with furniture, BBQ and lawned area. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops, pubs and restaurants 3 miles. Beach 3 miles. Note: One double accessed from the bottom of the bed, unable to access from either side.

Dyer

August 2020

One of the toilets was blocked upon our arrival.. The shower in the en suite leaked into the lounge downstairs (not a lot but...) The beds weren't that comfortable - very creaky. Just felt like the whole place was beautiful in the pictures but just needed a little TLC to get it back up to scratch. However we would stay there again!

Mr Whalley

The cottage was in a beautiful area at the base of Snowdonia national park, and did have all the facilities which were advertised.. It did however let itself down in several areas. 2 out of the 3 beds were falling to pieces, as were some of the other items of furniture, and a deep clean of the whole cottage was in need. WiFi was advertised, and 5 years ago it wouldn't have been a big deal, but nowadays it's considered an absolute must. It was woefully inadequate for today's needs. Also because I couldn't find things to do on the internet due to poor connection, there wasn't any 'tourist information' in the cottage. Every other place I've stayed has had at least something there. Sykes have been terrible this time. No way of phoning the company at all, so I sent 5 emails before the holiday requesting several times to cancel due to the covid pandemic, and my financial situation being self employed. Sykes ignored every single one, but were quick to withdraw the money in full, despite what I had sent them, and then stated they only received my last email, and totally lacking in any empathy whatsoever. Also the feedback email was received immediately after the holiday. I have proof that I've sent each email, all to the same address. It's a poor business model, and disgusting behaviour for any company which I have used before. I won't be using Sykes ever again!!!!

Mr Adamou, September 2019

September 2019

My family and I stayed at Ymylch Bach cottages for a holiday in Snowdonia.. It was a nice size for a family of 4 adults, plus a toddler and a small dog. The views were great, especially the hills surrounding and the sheep in nearby fields. There were 3 toilets (1 downstairs) plus an ensuite shower and separate bathroom, so ideal for a small family. We did unfortunately have a few irritating issues. We had very little hot water and ended up with cold showers for all but 1 day of the holiday, and the owner was quite unresponsive when we contacted them. We also had to give the downstairs a clean as there were a lot of cobwebs and dust throughout. It's a shame as with some regular maintenance and TLC, I'd have happily given this a glowing review.

Mr Whalley, August 2020

Brilliant location and an excellent barn conversion.. Would definitively recommend.

Mr Shah, September 2019

June 2019

Cottage is great and in a lovely location.. Also great position apropos road links to the places you are likely to want to visit. It would have been nice if the owner had dropped in at some point just to say "Hello" It would have been nice if there were some soap and washing up liquid provided - you don't realise until later on that they are not there. Would recommend

Mrs Weir

September 2018

THIS COTTAGE WAS SHODDY, UNCOMFORTABLE AND DIRTY IN AREAS TO THE EXTENT THAT WE RETURNED HOME AFTER 3 NIGHTS AS OPPOSED TO 6 NIGHTS.. THERE WAS COBWEBS AND SPIDERS IN MANY AREAS OF THE COTTAGE THAT HAD OBVIOUSLEY BEEN THERE FOR A WHILE.THE PAINTWORK WAS MARKED AND DIRTY IN SOME OF THE ROOMS.THE WINDOW IN LOUNGE HAD A BROKEN HANDLE AND THERE WAS A GAP SO THAT IT LET IN A COLD DRAUGHT. THE MAIN BATHROOM HAD PAINT FALLEN FROM THE WALLS REVEALING BARE PLASTER. LIGHT BULBS IN SOME AREAS WERE NOT WORKING ALONG WITH THE MICROWAVE.THE DINING TABLE IS SCRATCHED EXCESSIVLY AND DEFINATLEY SEEN BETTER DAYS. THE SMALL FREEZER IS PLACED IN A DIRTY CUPBOARD IN THE LOUNGE AND WAS UNEVEN SO IT WOBBLED WHEN OPENING AND CLOSING. THERE IS NO WASHING MACHINE OR DRYER EVEN THOUGH THERE IS AMPLE SPACE IN DOWNSTAIRS TOILET.THE SOFA IN THE LOUNGE WAS UNCOMFORTABLE AND DIRTY. THE 2 DOUBLE BEDS WHERE VERY LOW IN HEIGHT AND OF POOR QUALITY AS WELL AS EXCEPTIONALLY UNCOMFORTABLE. ONE DOUBLE YOU CAN NOT WALK EITHER SIDE OF SO HAVE TO CLIMB ONTO IT TO GET IN FROM THE BOTTOM. THE HOT WATER WAS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY ON OUR ARRIVAL HOWEVER A REPAIR MAN ARRIVED ON OUR FIRST DAY THAT WE WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF SO DISRUPTED US FOR AT LEAST AN HOUR ( SURELY THIS COULD HAVE BEEN SORTED BEFORE OUR ARRIVAL IF THE LANDLORD WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM.) THE ONLY PLUS WE COULD COMMENT ON IS THE LOCATION PROVIDES WONDERFUL SCENERY. A VERY DISAPPOINTING EXPERIENCE !!!!

Mrs Jenkinson

July 2018

Absolutely fabulous location.. Great for exploring the beautiful countryside .Very relaxing.

Mr Brook

June 2018

We had a great time helped by wonderful weather.. The cottage is in a great location and suited us for space and facilities. The hot water system did not work well for us but we reported this to the owner. Overall clean and fine for us good kitchen. Thanks

Mr Mcevoy

February 2018

This is a lovely property in an excellent location.. There are loads of walks and cycleways from the property, there are supermarkets 5 mins away and its very convenient for Llanberis, Snowdon, Portmeirion etc etc. We had a very cold week in February but were were very 'toasty' in the property with the lovey wood burner and underfloor heating. I would book this property again.

Mr Thomas

August 2016

Routine maintenance checks by the owner/caretaker were not efficient.. Everywhere was very clean but many light bulbs were not working and the spares box contained none of the correct fittings (various) A note was left by us to this effect. One downstairs window had a broken catch, leaving the premises insecure. A Guests Welcome Booklet would be useful clarifying how to operate the heating and cooker, local recycling requirements, etc. A maintenance book for guests to update would be sensible because it is clear from the Visitors Book that previous guests' comments had not been acted upon in a timely manner. Despite the above negative comments, we were very pleased with everything else. Quality of furnishings was excellent, underfloor heating an excellent facility and the showers were great.

Mrs Knight

May 2016

A beautiful cottage in fabulous surroundings, I couldn't fault anything!

Miss Buckingham

The location of the property was fantastic and the views surrounding the property were amazing. The house was clean and tidy and I loved the fact that we were able to bring along our dog too. We will definitely be returning!

Mr Thomas, August 2016

The location of the property was fantastic and the views surrounding the property were amazing.. The house was clean and tidy and I loved the fact that we were able to bring along our dog too. We will definitely be returning!

Guest

September 2011

Great location for our holiday, close to mountains and coast. Superb facilities and very comfortable. Teenage children able to relax on their own in spacious bedrooms.

Sawyer Family

Mrs Knight, April 2016

Very well situated for exploring Snowdonia and Lleyn peninsula, close to the coast and shops/pubs within easy reach.. Very pleasant and peaceful location. Highly recommended for families or couples.

Mrs Sawyer

July 2011

Very well situated for exploring Snowdonia and Lleyn peninsula, close to the coast and shops/pubs within easy reach. Very pleasant and peaceful location. Highly recommended for families or couples.

Mrs Williams

May 2011

It was a fabulous time, the property was great and views spectacular! First time renting with Sykes and over all the experience was excellent!

Mr Pierrepoint

March 2011

The location was easily accessible yet quiet and remote. The cottage was very warm. The surrounding area was rugged and beautiful with lots of dramatic walks and quaint villages. We enjoyed the slate mines and major castles.

Mrs Williams, April 2011

February 2011

The location was easily accessible yet quiet and remote.. The cottage was very warm. The surrounding area was rugged and beautiful with lots of dramatic walks and quaint villages. We enjoyed the slate mines and major castles.

Mrs Navas

September 2010

A beautiful cottage in an amazing location. Fantastic views from the property. There was so much to do in this area of Wales you couldn't possibly do justice to it all in a week - beach, mountains, castles to name but a few things. We'll try to go back soon. Loved the holiday.

Mr Dooley

August 2010

The building and the location was excellent.

Mr Pierrepoint, February 2011

A beautiful cottage in an amazing location.. Fantastic views from the property. There was so much to do in this area of Wales you couldn't possibly do justice to it all in a week - beach, mountains, castles to name but a few things. We'll try to go back soon. Loved the holiday.

Mrs Navas, August 2010

July 2010

The building and the location was excellent..

Mr Bangs

June 2010

Beautiful location, very conveniently located for all North Wales finest attractions and in sight of Snowdon. High specification accommodation with friendly owner on hand.

Mrs Earll

Lovely modern cottage, loved the skylight windows and furnishings. Brilliant location for getting to Snowdon and the beaches.

Mr Bangs, May 2010

May 2010

Lovely modern cottage, loved the skylight windows and furnishings.. Brilliant location for getting to Snowdon and the beaches.

Mr Dooley, July 2010

Beautiful location, very conveniently located for all North Wales finest attractions and in sight of Snowdon.. High specification accommodation with friendly owner on hand.

Mr Efford

March 2010

Great property with stunning views and close to main road, giving easy access to whole area.

Mrs Earll, May 2010

February 2010

Great property with stunning views and close to main road, giving easy access to whole area..

Miss McNally

December 2009

Fantastic settings/views. Very private. Great location, close to all local areas and tourist attractions.

Visiting Grandfather

The cottage was in a good location particularly if you are a keen cyclist. It was in excellent order, well appointed,clean and fresh with good facilities for the family. The owners gave you a very good welcome and explained all the relevant details concerning the cottage.The only issue we had was the speed of vehicles coming past the cottage when visting the farm at the top of the drive. This meant we were not happy to let our two grandchildren play outside the cottage unsupervised for fear of vehicles speeding past the cottage.

Mr Efford, February 2010

Fantastic settings/views.. Very private. Great location, close to all local areas and tourist attractions.

Mrs Fish

October 2009

Everything was wonderful.

Miss McNally, December 2009

Everything was wonderful..

Mrs Bradbury

September 2009

Stunning views from all rooms, and an ideal base for exploring Snowdonia.

Mrs Dermody

August 2009

Fabulous location and views.

Mr Blackwood

Cottage is in a great location to see the whole area Snowdonia, Lleyn Peninisula, Harlech. Cottage was lovely and very spacious - ideal for six people and family holiday. We had a great time thank you

Mrs Bradbury, August 2009

Fabulous location and views..

Mrs Fish, October 2009

Stunning views from all rooms, and an ideal base for exploring Snowdonia..

Mrs Dermody, August 2009

Cottage is in a great location to see the whole area Snowdonia, Lleyn Peninisula, Harlech.. Cottage was lovely and very spacious - ideal for six people and family holiday. We had a great time thank you

Mr Brindle

July 2009

The cottage was a fantastic base from where we could enjoy our holiday.

Mr Reeves

The house was lovely and set in the most amazing area. Great view from the bedroom !! There was a huge amount to do, especially with 2 young boys to entertain. Really enjoyed the whole trip.

Mr Blackwood, August 2009

The house was lovely and set in the most amazing area.. Great view from the bedroom !! There was a huge amount to do, especially with 2 young boys to entertain. Really enjoyed the whole trip.

Mr Belk

June 2009

Beautiful location, lovely interior, very friendly welcome, extremely comfortable beds, great views and facilities. Overall a lovely cottage.

Mr Reeves, July 2009

The cottage was a fantastic base from where we could enjoy our holiday..

Mr Brindle, June 2009

May 2009

Beautiful location, lovely interior, very friendly welcome, extremely comfortable beds, great views and facilities.. Overall a lovely cottage.

Mr Mrs Audley

April 2009

The cottage was lovely and met all our requirements. It was in a beautiful location, convenient for visiting lots of interesting places and not too far from Portmadog. The owners were very pleasant and accommodating. The location was very quiet and peaceful.

Mr Belk, May 2009r

The cottage was lovely and met all our requirements.. It was in a beautiful location, convenient for visiting lots of interesting places and not too far from Portmadog. The owners were very pleasant and accommodating. The location was very quiet and peaceful.

Mrs Huxley

February 2009

The scenery from the cottage was outstanding, 360o of mountain views. The cottage was of a very good standard and very comfortable with plenty of space.

Mr & Mrs Audley, April 2009

The scenery from the cottage was outstanding, 360o of mountain views.. The cottage was of a very good standard and very comfortable with plenty of space.

Ms Hanson

September 2008

The setting was beautiful and the house just so cosy, the area interesting with lots to do and friendly, welcoming people.

Mrs Huxley, February 2009

August 2008

The setting was beautiful and the house just so cosy, the area interesting with lots to do and friendly, welcoming people..

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Y Stabal in Snowdonia, Gwynedd