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Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views!

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A tranquil outdoor pool area with a stone pathway, a wooden bench, and a picnic table.
A wooden bridge leading to a house with a number 11 sign.
A two-story house with a stone facade, a red door, and a car parked in front.
A wooden picnic table with benches, a window, a door, and a stone wall.
A living room with red armchairs, a stone fireplace, a television, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Eryri National Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Dryer
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Porthmadog, Gwynedd
  • Place, Eryri National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Caernarfon Castle
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Mach Loop
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Penrhyndeudraeth

Located in Penrhyndeudraeth, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways and Lloyd George Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Y Ganolfan Arts Centre and Glaslyn Leisure Centre. Welsh Highland Heritage Railway and Zip World Llechwedd are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and mountain climbing.
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Porthmadog, Gwynedd

What's nearby

  • Eryri National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Harlech Castle - 31 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Caernarfon Castle - 51 min drive - 42.3 km
  • Mach Loop - 54 min drive - 54.2 km
  • Barmouth Beach - 60 min drive - 57.1 km

Getting around

  • Penrhyndeudraeth Station - 11 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 152 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffi Gwynant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪The Australia - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Prince Llewellyn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Allports Fish And Chips - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Castle Deudraeth - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in Croesor. Snowdonian mountain retreat. Fast internet with vista views! located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Aberglaslyn Pass and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Eryri National Park. Ceunant Llennyrch National Nature Reserve and Portmeirion Gardens are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 86 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very well located property which provided an excellent base for our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful surroundings and views. Kitchen very well equipped (but microwave instructions would have been useful). Magical open fireplace with excellent coal supplies.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Archival

8/10 Good

Beautiful cottage in good location. Had a great stay for Christmas

Lovely little cottage and well equipped for holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Dear Visitors, We are pleased you enjoyed your holiday at the cottage in the Welsh mountains, it's so wonderful to be in a snug home and travel back in time to an old fashioned Christmas, roasting chestnuts on an open fire, singing Carols and walking in a winter wonderland in the silent rugged countryside.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip to Snowdonia

We had an excellent stay at this property. It is in a fantastic location and the property itself was ideal for us.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cosy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I’ve been visiting this cottage for over 20 years. It’s always excellent. I will be back
Cozy
Happy dog, happy dog dad!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday in the mountains

Very well equipped cottage. Beautiful scenery. Very relaxing holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Small and cosy but very comfortable with good views, friendly neighbours and plenty to do in area

Cottage was clean, comfortable and well equipped. Cosy and homely.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Dear Holiday Guests, We are happy the cottage and the surrounding countryside suited your holiday requirements and you loved your stay. We are hopeful that you will visit us again. Kind Regards Sheila Porter-Williams
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Croesor Cottage - Y Bwythwyn Gynn

Amazingly well-equipped and in an idyllic location, pretty central to all the main North Wales Resorts. Very tranquil and restful. A hidden gem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Dear Guest, Thank you for your very highly praised review. We aim to give holiday visitors the very best experience we can offer in a beautiful part of the U.K. The accommodation is the linchpin of the holiday experience and we have put considerable effort into making visitors feel comfortable and welcome. Kind Regards Sheila Porter-Williams
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic holiday here, so much so we stayed an extra night. The cottage is in the countryside lovely and quiet with everything you need a short drive away. Theres a village cafe in walking distance, but we missed this sadly thinking it was the tea rooms on the way in, so don't miss it, opening days are Thurs to Sun as is the local pub, with a beer garden with great views!The cottage is a comfortable home from home with all you need and the small fenced garden at the front was great for the dog. We didnt use the back yard which was no issue at all.Beds were comfy and footrest couches a nice touch and views from the garden and bedroom were beautiful! The village has a football pitch and local pool, if youre brave enough, it was chilly but really fun. Local residents were welcoming and rhe neighbours were lovely too.Great walks right our of the cottage including Cnicht which Peter climbed and so many places to choose from just 20-30 minutes away, we chose Black Rock Sands and Llandanwg beaches, both fantastic, visited the next town down for shopping and a pint abd takeaway and had breakfast at the Lakeside Cafe near the famous Hydro Power Station. So much more to see and do cant wait to come back! Thank you Richard what a lovely place you have xx
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful scenery very remote

Nice cosy cottage very comfortable, we were lucky with the weather would not want to be there in bad weather as it is so remote and only reached by single track road.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One of the best

A very comfortable week in a very beautiful place. Remote enough for us, we like the quiet and the nature, but a lot of things to do without going too far. The house is exactly as described and has a fantastic outlook at the front. Can't really fault it and will be going back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect mountain hideaway

We are return visitors and always enjoy our stay in this simple little terraced house. We like the quietness and remoteness of the spot, the mountain views, the open fires (when needed!) and the access to walks and the nearby countryside. The WiFi is not great, but for a peace and quiet this place is hard to beat. The cottage had all we needed for a great stay, but remember to bring toilet rolls!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2022
Hi Bridget, Thank you very much for your review. I am glad you enjoyed your holiday at the cottage and I am pleased you are returning next year. You will be glad to know, as of today, we have installed FTTP super fast broadband (110Mb/s), so you will have no issues streaming from multiple devices etc on your next visit. We do provide loo roll, so apologies if this wasn't replenished. If you ever run short there should be spares in the big bathroom cupboard. Thanks again, Richard
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed stay

The cottage needs updating and brightning up. Very dark. Need some money spending on it
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in Croesor

We had a lovely 4 night stay over Christmas in this cozy little cottage in a tranquil little village at the foot of Cnicht mountain. The fireplace was a delight, as were the lazy-boy sofas and the well equipped kitchen. The stairs were a bit of a challenge for my knees, but good training for hiking up in the hills and the valley. Plenty of walking opportunities from the village and the most incredible view of Cnicht and across to Snowdon, weather permitting!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Porthmadog, Creosor stay.

The cosy cottage/property was in everyway as we would have wished. Spotlessly clean with everything to hand. A lovely drive to a very peaceful location and yet very near to places to visit. In all a great retreat if needed. Thank you . Janet Austin. and Helen Lesser.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thank you very much for your review. It is always nice to here when someone enjoys their visit. I hope you can return in the future. Best Regards, Sheila Porter-Williams
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Good location for walking , property needs TLC

Location very good but property needs a good clean and some TLC. Strong smell of dog in the living area and hair on the carpets. Generally needs a spruce up and a lick of paint.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2023
Hi Spencer, I have given the caretaker your feedback. I am sorry there was an issue during your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and tranquility

Plenty of local walks requiring no vehicle once you have arrived. If you're looking for peace and tranquility, this is perfect. Open fire, cosy lounge and central heating as back up. Beautiful views from front windows of mountains. Remember to keep gate closed as local sheep are free to roam. This is our second visit and we're still discovering new walks and places of interest. Nature at it's best!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

September stay.

Nice property and very nice location in a friendly village. Not the best of weather but it's nice to come back and sit by a cozy coal fire. I found it hard to get the hang of the TV but as we were out so much iplayer was sufficient if we really wanted the TV on. No other observations, we had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We loved the cottage and the location

We had such a great week in Croesor. The cottage was lovely - very comfy beds, great shower and well stocked kitchen. We misread the info and thought we needed to take our own duvets/pillows etc but they were supplied! (You just need your own sheets, covers, pillow cases) We absolutely loved the area. Incredible views from the windows of the cottage including sheep and a horse in the field opposite. The valley is beautiful - my 2 young boys loved exploring the old quarry and hillsides around. Plas Brondanw and it's cafe just down the road is a must. We also enjoyed conquering Snowdon, Harlech beach, Criccieth and Caernarfon Castle. Could've easily stayed for 2 weeks! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The quietest place I’ve ever stayed.

All previous reviews cover it really. The house has everything you need to have a great week, cook large meals if needed, heating more that sufficient to battle even minus temperatures outside, modern windows that open (something we’ve found old properties often don’t have) for summer months. It’s location at the end of 2 miles of single track (plenty of passing places) means no through traffic. One house and a farm beyond us meant the only vehicles we saw was delivery drivers. The quiet was just amazing.The minus for us was it seems they rely on the previous tenants heeding the instructions and hoovering before they leave. Someone before us obviously didn’t as when I came to do so the hoover revealed a lot of golden retriever like long hair in the lounge. Our dog has short hair. I spent almost an hour scrubbing away with the hoover but its suction was not as it should be (I have the same hoover and it’s much more powerful). So my only suggestion would be add a 40 cleaning fee to the booking and hire someone up to the task.That said, we will definitely book again. But maybe bring our own hoover.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The cottage is beautifully located in a rural secluded village with amazing views. Is easy to find (as long as you watch for the crossroads). The accommodation is as described with comfy beds and sofa. Kitchen is very well equipped (dishwasher instructions would have helped) and appreciated the range of pots, pans and utensils. The front garden is delightful and the pup enjoyed laying in the sun or standing at the gate bemused by the sheep in the field opposite. The open fire was a real pleasure and such a treat after a day on the footpaths. But heating and hot water facilities were up to date and functional.For such a rural location it is well placed for trips out to the beach (both Harlech and Black Rock Sands), Beddgelert and Porthmadog (has the local Tesco superstore - be warned do not do click and collect) only 20 minutes away. Even places further afield were easy to get to, Caernarvon castle and boat trips, and the myriad of steam railways, plus access to most of the Snowdon paths.The walking from the village is rewarding and spectacular - only sorry that we missed the local café.Only criticism is that we never found a way to the village pool! As it appears on the place description it would have been nice if we could have.Host Richard easily contactable and responded in no time at all.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

October Break

Lovely cosy cottage in a nice village and conveneint for climbing, woodland + lakeside walks or a trip to the beach. Plenty of heritage railways nearby and interesting Museums to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views and a nice affordable remote accommodation

The accomodation is a cozy little cottage where me and my family enjoyed lovely moments in the evenings by the fireplace. Ideal if you want to have a quiet retreat holiday. The views all around are unique and amazing, making for lots of walking opportunities. The nearby public pool was empty, however, less than half an hour away is Black Sands sandy beach, where kids enjoyed swimming and body boarding.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

good

thoroughly enjoyed it
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
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