Self-Catering Y Beudy in Snowdonia

sarajbrown

August 2021

The area and views are breathtaking. Cricceth is just so beautiful. Amazing local beeches and national parks. YBeudy farm cottage in Cricceth however was a different story. We had to leave early due to being unwell. The property was not Covid safe at all. The property had not been cleaned at all. The beds and quilts stained with urine and I believe other body fluids. Two very flat hard pillows in one case. Human and dog hair along with food under the cushions on the sofa. The oven had old cooked food in it and under the edge of the hob was full of food and old grease. The en-suite bathroom floor tiles were broken the sink area was dirty and stained. No where to put shower gel etc other than the toilet or floor. And and flying ant infestation from under the floors every day. Dog poo in the garden. The floor underneath sofa and table chairs were rotten and the draws and kitchen cupboard alike. No washing machine, no tea towels. The doors to the garden were full of dirt and sticky hands. Dirty used tissues underneath the bed and old food wrappers behind bedside cabinets. There is no information in the property re heating. Appliances etc. This really was an unhappy experience. I am well travelled and do not have too high expectations. I believe this was the dirtiest place Iv stayed in the Uk. And was NOT Covid safe. The holiday owner showed no care in our concerns and did not respond to Sykes who advertise YBeudy in Cricceth. The home owner clearly does care about people renting his holiday let and is only in the business to make a buck. Shame

Mrs Evans

September 2020

Cottage was lovely, very modern and clean and cosy.. Host very easy to get hold of if needed. Only complaints are that it is more out in the sticks than descrided and tv and dvd player dont work. Would definitely recommend , is definitely worth the money.

Mr Hobbs

August 2020

Poor quality of fitments ,there was so many broke or damage items it had .... Poor quality of fitments ,there was so many broke or damage items it had obviously not been checked ( 4 weeks out of lockdown it should have been immaculate) broken grill in oven, damaged light and oven switches, broken toilet seat ,door and loo roll holder not up to sykes normal standard, certainly not worth the money

Mr Hobbs, August 2020

March 2020

Found Sykes to be very helpful in aiding us to organise last minute break away.. Agree with many of the reviews about Y Beudy which state that it could do with a little TLC to make it the beautiful place it could be. Main things to improve would be newer bedding, guidance on how to use the under floor heating, access to hoover, dust pan and brush etc, fresh coat of paint throughout including front door. We enjoyed the views out to the mountains - when sitting down unable to see the main road; good location to access the area; fab wood burner and appreciated the kindling and bag of logs left to use which warmed the lounge beautifully quickly.

Mrs Littleover, March 2020

December 2019

We were not keen on the underfloor heating,our feet would be too hot but it seemed necessary for heating the cottage.. The log burner was great .

Mrs Wilkinson, December 2019

October 2019

Y Beudy is in an easy to find location, just off a main road, but despite its proximity it’s very quiet.. The views across the mountains are stunning and with the weather constantly changing it’s fascinating to watch. The cottage itself is well equipped, with comfortable beds and two bathrooms. It’s a little chilly there in November, whilst the underfloor heating is good, it wasn’t the easiest to regulate. There is a log burning stove which gives off a lot of heat of cold nights. The mobile phone signal is quite poor and the internet connection is not reliable, but it’s nice to be away from the constant communications. Contacting the owner was simple and he was quick to respond to messages. The shops in Criccieth are close by down a narrow country lane. If heading to Criccieth it’s worth booking the restaurants in advance as they do seem to book up. If you like castles there are plenty within driving distance. An excellent base to explore that part of Wales from.

Mrs Murray

June 2019

Lovely cottage with brilliant lay out but very tired in need of a lot of tlc ..

Mr Taylor

May 2019

Great converted farm building with smart, spacious interior and good facilities.. Beautiful location with views towards Cwm Pennant. Exterior woodwork needs maintenance, as does garden. Wi-Fi not working although owner did try to fix it.

Mr Hunt

March 2019

We met the owner on arrival because the central heating underfloor heating had broken.. He organised engineers but even with 3 visits no one could repair there for we had no heat for the week. We got by with electric heaters and by keeping a log burner going constantly, at our own expences. We were surprised to find no welcome pack. The accommodation was clean but cobwebs up in the beams, dirty light shades, various missing light bulbs and a flush that was very hard to work. The owner kindly organised a shower chair for our disabled friend, but the shower kept running cool so was unable to benefit from it. It's a stunning property but needs some decorating and maintenance on the outside doors and garden fence.

Mr Robinson

February 2019

Nice location.. Cottage in need of some maintenance (paintwork, plaster chips, broken garden fence, tatty front door), and thorough clean. No logs available for log burner in February. Has potential, but currently not reflecting the above average cost paid to stay.

Mrs Foster

October 2018

Though the cottage felt cold on our arrival once the underfloor heating came on and we lit the wood burning stove it was very cosy.. The cottage was in an ideal location for exploring the coast and the countryside . Early morning walk along the country lane was perfect . We enjoyed the rural quiet location with sheep in the field for company, but Criccieth was easily reached for shopping ice cream and afternoon tea.

Ms Davies

September 2018

Great location with fabulous views.. The cottage was lovely it didn't get a 10 as it needs a few extras, an oven glove and tea towels would have been appreciated and as many cottages do a welcome pack would have put the icing on the cake. Otherwise it was fab.

Mr Shanahan

September 2018

The cottage was very nice and set in a beautiful location, close enough to the shops in Porthmadog to top up for food etc,lovely beaches that go on for miles.. Went to Llanberis to walk up Snowdonia, views where amazing. I would truly recommend this cottage, as it suited us perfectly.

Mr Stokes

August 2018

On arrival the cottage drive is covered in weeds .. .. the lawn needed cutting , there were weeds growing through the patio slabs which must have been there months. Inside the cottage there were cobs webs every where , broken kitchen chair ... in the lounge area there was a chair covered with stains with a loose cover thrown over it. Stains on the carpet in main bedroom, the doors to both bathrooms catch on the floor.... toilet seat loose main bathroom. Also plug in en-suite did not hold water no bulb in the bedroom lamp. Outside again the front door the stain was peeling off, And the shed in front of the cottage the stain is also peeling off badly ..... it’s first impressions as you arrive at the cottage one more thing there was a bath plug chain thrown on the floor outside the cottage and a child’s very large rubber just left on the floor. And not a smell of fresh disinfectant or air freshener anywhere on arrival.

Mrs Cowling

August 2018

It had amazing views, and was wonderful to stand outside at night just looking at all the stars you just don’t get to see in a town or city.. It was a lovely relaxing place.

Mr Robb

July 2018

Really peaceful location with superb views.. Ideally place for exploring the Lynn peninsula and the little railways of Wales. Facilities are great with the wet room shower so much more convenient to access than a normal bath. Looking forward to booking here again in the future.

Mr Achard

July 2018

Well appointed cottage in ideal location for the Lleyn Peninsula and Snowdonia.. Lovely views and comfortable.

Mrs Carpenter

July 2018

Holiday'd from 7-14 July 2018 - had a fantastic holiday! Accommodation was great and ideal for 4 adults sharing. Facilities in the cottage were superb. Views from the cottage are outstanding and the photos on the website don't do them justice!! Fortunate to have great weather for most of our stay and did a lot of local sight seeing. Criccieth is a beautiful little coastal town and a trip to Cadwaladers ice cream shop is a must, as is the Castle inn pub for a cracking burger!!

Mr Ford

May 2018

Good location and great scenery..

Mr Bartram

March 2018

We found the cottage very relaxing wth good views from the lounge and patio.. A good place to start to explore the locality.

Mrs Dyson

March 2018

Clean, cosy and comfortable.. Beautiful cottage in tranquil and beautiful surroundings.

Mr Barton

February 2018

The cottage is a lovely rural location with fantastic views across the hills and mountains! It's situated just off the main Caernarfon - Porth Madog road within easy driving distance to Porth madog which all the amenities needed. The underfloor heating, hot water and water pressure are all fantastic and the WiFi is adequate. The rear garden was a good size to enable my large dog, Newfoundland, to have a good frolic! Overall we would definitely return to this property. Many thanks

Mr Field

September 2017

Absolutely no problems with this cottage so we had a relaxed enjoyable week.. It is a perfect location for exploring the area and is in a safe quiet position thats easy to reach

Thecohencohens

August 2016

We stayed here for a week. The cottage is beautiful and the surroundings magnificent. With a good working kitchen it was easy to feel at home. Wifi was the only aspect that wasn't great- the owner provided a mobile hotspot but it wasn't the best signal. We would definitely stay here again.

Mrs Clarke

August 2011

A fantastic cottage in a beautiful location! Ideally placed for Snowdonia and the coast. A well renovated and furnished cottage with a friendly and helpful owner. We'd love to return and would highly recommend!

Mrs Aspinall

July 2011

Delightful clean cottage, very well prepared for our arrival. Very safe property for young children. Excellent location and good pub food at The Fleece. Good playground near interesting harbour and train station in Portmadoc.

Mr Holme

May 2011

A wonderfully well converted and appointed cottage; well equipped and in a stunning location. The cottage was well laid out for those with mobility problems with all rooms on the ground floor and an en-suite wet room. As we had my 85 year old father holidaying with us this was a big plus.

Mr Thomas

April 2011

There was beautiful scenery visible from the cottage and it was very quiet and peaceful.

Mrs Widmer

November 2010

Very, very, nice cottage. Very well situated. Quiet. We felt like really at home. We would recommend this cottage to anyone! Great!

Louise

November 2010

we had a lovely week at this cottage. It has been very well converted and is very modern and stylish. Probably the nicest cottage we've stayed at!

Mrs Wright

September 2010

The cottage was lovely - decorated and furnished to a high standard and the view of the mountains was beautiful. I'd recommend the cottage to anyone.

Mrs Holt

June 2010

Beautiful spot - not too isolated and very central to a number of visitor locations. Very comfortable, cosy and well-equipped accommodation.

Mr Wraight

June 2010

The location was superb with a wonderful vista of mountains. It was nice to be situated on a working farm and surrounded by sheep and their lambs.

Mr Clark

April 2010

Great property, great weather, great location.

The Bromleys

December 2009

A truely superb cottage. Very modern and stylish. Loved the under-floor heating in the cold weather! Very comfortable. Fantastic views of Snowdon etc. I'll be back

Cleo073

December 2009

A beautifully converted barn with long views over the attractive countryside. Great location for many of the sights and attractions of this part of Wales. Very helpful and friendly owner who didn't even mind that we were held up in traffic and arrived 1 hour late - with many apologies. I would recommend this property. Only small downside were the somewhat uncomfortable mattresses on the beds.

Banham family

December 2009

We had a fabulous week in this wonderful cottage. It is really well equipped, clean and cosy - just perfect for a family holiday. The views from the windows are stunning and it's in a great location for discovering North Wales. We certainly hope to return next year.

Mrs Banham

November 2009

Y Beudy us a beautiful holiday cottage in a stunning location. We had a wonderful week away and hope to return next year. An ideal base for the area.

Mr Perrins

October 2009

The views from the patio were stunning. A very quiet and relaxing situation. The property was value for money and we would definitely return again.

Ms Weatherhead

October 2009

Brilliant location, with fantastic views. Lots to do in the area. Lovely spacious property.

Mrs Hornsby

August 2009

This property was lovely and peaceful and the views were fantastic - a real place to get away from it all.

Mr Mrs Craven

August 2009

It's a perfect place to stay for everyone, young and old. Both Barns have been restored with a very personal touch. The views are fantastic, we have found our little bit of heaven.

Mr Mitchell

July 2009

Beautiful cottage in a lovely location, thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Mrs Millett

June 2009

Well appointed barn conversion. Beautiful views in a good location. Safe garden for young children.

Mrs Smart

June 2009

The location of the property was excellent with easy access to everything we wanted to do e.g. cycling, train rides, beaches, castles etc. which meant we never had to spend too long in the car - ideal with 2 young children. It was nice to have a garden from where we could enjoy the fantastic views across the countryside to the mountains. All in all, we had a really fab. holiday and just loved Wales! I think it's safe to say we would visit again!

Mr Mrs Stones

June 2009

Fantastic setting and really nicely furnished accommodation. Very clean beds and fluffy towels. Our two boys loved it (aged 3 and 6) inside and out - especially watching the tractor and finding sheep in the garden!

Mrs Gilchrist

May 2009

The setting, views, accommodation was just as described in the brochure which is sometimes not the case. The space was used very effectively and created a very comfortable and relaxing base to enjoy the countryside.

Miss Capron

April 2009

Excellent accommodation, lovely weather, lovely surroundings.

Mrs Saunders

February 2009

The accommodation was excellent. The cottage was in a perfect spot to explore Snowdonia National Park.

Mr Mrs Bromley

February 2009

The views were spectacular of the Snowdonia Mountain range. The underfloor heating was lovely to come home to, after a very cold day out walking in the snow.

Miss Brett

January 2009

The cottage was beautiful inside and out-very modern furnishings. Set in a wonderful location with fantastic scenery.

Mrs Hughes

November 2008

This property was first class. Everything about it was peaceful. We could not fault it.

Mrs Wyatt

November 2008

Friendly owners, excellent location, high spec accommodation and good facilities available. Under-floor heating perfect for winter. A lot of thought and attention has gone into the conversion. We plan to return and hopefully soon.

Mr Wakeman

November 2008

Beautifully converted with modern styling. Fantastic feeling of space yet very warm and cosy. The feeling of underfloor heating on bare feet after a cold days walking is a real winner! Stunning views from each room of snow capped mountains!

Mr Graves

October 2008

An excellent location for all types of holiday in North Wales. We enjoyed walking along sandy beaches and were able to do plenty of walking.

Mr Mrs Leonard

September 2008

The Barn conversion was absolutely fabulous - more like a 5-star hotel. The location and views were fabulous too.

Mrs Brown

July 2008

Good views from property. Peaceful. Good base for exploring steam trains in North Wales.