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Ffermdy Bach
Exterior detail
Pretty bedroom with king size bed and cotton bed linen
Pretty bedroom with mix of old and new
A collection of books on a shelf.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry room
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Porthmadog, WLS
  • Place, Black Rock Sands
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Y Ganolfan Arts Centre
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Eryri National Park
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage Close To The Coastal Path and Beaches Of Borth Y Gest & Morfa Bychan

Ffermdy Bach (little farmhouse) is a self contained one bedroom cottage adjoining ourtraditional farmhouse. With its own entrance and large private garden it is the perfect getaway for a couple. Situated between the villages of Borth y Gest and Morfa Bychan, the beach path is only a few minutes walk away leading down to the sandy beaches of Borth y Gest. Black Rock Sands is a 15 minute walk away, you can even walk all the way to Criccieth along the mile long sandy beach. There is a pub, the Black Rock Beach Club in nearby Morfa Bychan (20 minutes walk) or a 15 minute walk takes you into Borth y Gest with its bistro and cafe.
A fantastic base for exploring Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula, other nearby attractions include Porthmadog (1.5miles) with its famous Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways, Portmeirion (4 miles) and the towns and castles of Criccieth and Harlech just a short drive away.
The cottage has one comfortable bedroom with some antique furniture and cotton bed linen on the new king size bed. All pillows and duvet are feather filled. There is room for a cot (not provided) if you have a young baby.

The upstairs shower room(no bath) has a heated towel rail and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels. Soap and shower gel provided.

We have recently fitted a new fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher. All kitchen utensils are provided as are basic supplies of tea, coffee, cooking oil, salt and pepper,washing up liquid, tea towels etc

The sitting room is cosy with a log burner with free supply of logs. There are books, maps and information as well as a few board games.

There is a dining area with table and chairs and the smart TV has Netflix and iplayer.

There is a seating area in the large private garden and a fire pit where you can burn logs at no extra charge from our log store. You will see rabbits and squirels in the garden and there are many interesting birds including owls and buzzards.

In June, July and August we only accept bookings for 7 nights with arrival on a Friday.

We have an EV charging point for electric vehicles, please contact us for rates

Sorry no dogs allowed





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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

May bring own travel cot, no extra bed

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Events

No events allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights

Please wash up or load the dishwasher

Please leave door key on counter top

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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Property # 8166507
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Porthmadog

Located in Porthmadog, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Mermaid Spa and Aberglaslyn Pass are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Y Ganolfan Arts Centre and Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways. Welsh Highland Heritage Railway and Glaslyn Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking.
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Porthmadog, WLS

What's nearby

  • Black Rock Sands - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Y Ganolfan Arts Centre - 15 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways - 17 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Eryri National Park - 24 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Harlech Castle - 44 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Porthmadog Station - 5 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Australia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Golden Fleece Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Allports Fish And Chips - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Town Hall - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking at Cottage Close To The Coastal Path and Beaches Of Borth Y Gest & Morfa Bychan?

On-site parking is available at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage Close To The Coastal Path and Beaches Of Borth Y Gest & Morfa Bychan?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage Close To The Coastal Path and Beaches Of Borth Y Gest & Morfa Bychan on 14 August 2026 start from NZ$246, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Cottage Close To The Coastal Path and Beaches Of Borth Y Gest & Morfa Bychan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage Close To The Coastal Path and Beaches Of Borth Y Gest & Morfa Bychan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage Close To The Coastal Path and Beaches Of Borth Y Gest & Morfa Bychan located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Black Rock Sands, Y Ganolfan Arts Centre and Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways. Glaslyn Leisure Centre and Welsh Highland Heritage Railway are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rich S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and well equipped cottage in a great location! Perfect for exploring Snowdonia. The space was comfortable and peaceful. Use of laundry facilities was a bonus. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

beverley t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was an amazing cottage. Excellent location. So peaceful. Everything was clean and everything we needed was there.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

We had a fantastic stay. Location was lovely. Accommodation was excellent with great facilities

We will definitely go back !
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks so much Paul, you had the best weather for your stay! Hopefully we’ll see you again on another trip. Best wishes Branwen and Paul
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cute cottage. Very clean with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Super comfy bed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marion L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was really well designed and set out. Everything we needed, well equiped kitchen, comfy furniture and bed, all nicely decorated with pretty tiles in bathroom and living room adding a nice, individual touch. Would be v happy to stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Allan U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great well equipped cottage in a very peaceful location in walking distance of the beach and local village which has excellent cafes & restaurants. Cottage had a well equipped kitchen with everything we needed. Check in was seamless A great base for exploring the local area such as Portmeirion and the Ffestiniog railway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Simon K.

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

Peaceful and nice

Nice place, good for walks along estuary, Peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

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

Lovely little cottage in beautiful area

Very pretty cottage which is very clean and well equipped. Short walking distance to beaches, short car journey to lots of places to visit and shops cafés and restaurants. We will definitely visit again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Frank J.

Perfect holiday getaway

The cottage is lovely and very well equipped, we were very comfortable . Perfect location for exploring this part of Wales. I would recommend this cottage without hesitation. We had a fantastic holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
We're so glad you had a relaxing holiday and got out and about so much, there is plenty to see and do in the area isn't there? We hope to see you here again one day. Branwen and Paul
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Weekend in Borth y Gest

We had a lovely weekend in an area we have never visited before, the cottage is cosy and well equipped, perfect for two. Branwen is a great host and we had everything we needed for a relaxing break, we look forward to returning in the near future.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Tip top

Tip top in every way
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martijn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was extremely cozy and comfortable. Everything you need for a good stay was there. Clean and lovingly decorated. The hostess was very attentive and responds very quickly and friendly to questions. Also very pleasant was the possibility to charge the car at the cottage. In short, highly recommended for your pleasant stay in Porthmadog!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol K.

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

A delightful cottage in a great location

We were impressed with prior information and instructions in the cottage. The cottage is attached to the main farmhouse but private access and pretty secluded garden. Fabulous location in a beautiful part of Wales
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quiet and cosy

Very comfortable and cosy. Very clean. Very quiet! And very good to get around. Thank you for the nice stay. Susa and Tom from Germany
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you, Susa and Tom for your kind words, we're glad you had a good stay and enjoyed the area and the walking, you certainly made the most of your time here!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

A very warm, cosy retreat in a stunning location

This is a really cosy, warm cottage, situated just a short walk from a lovely beach. We were made to feel very welcome straight away and the fresh flowers, milk and welsh cakes were a lovely welcoming touch. The cottage has everything you need and plenty of maps and guidebooks to help you make the most of your stay, whatever the weather. Perfectly located for exploring Snowdonia and the Llyn peninsula... we will definitely look to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thanks so much for your lovely review and we're happy that you enjoyed your stay in Ffermdy Bach. We hope to see you here you again when the festival returns!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

What a Gem

Having read the reports on the HomeAway website this certainly lived up to all of our expectations, very well equipped and thoughtfully furnished, we had a most relaxing and restful time when not walking the coastal paths, dropping of at most of the coves nearby. The weather was rather mixed but did not prevent us enjoying the llyn Peninsula with the wonderful NT beaches and properties. Thank you for our stay and look forward to returning. We highly recommend this property. Alan & Hilary
Stayed 6 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you for your kind review Alan and Hilary. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and that you managed to visit a lot of National Trust properties in the area, there are many to see within an hour's drive. We hope to see you again some day! Branwen and Paul
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan R.

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

perfect

Everything written in the discription is like it is written!!! Arriving there feels like comeing home. From the beginning of beeing there You feel welcome. The area around is beauttiful, the beaches, Port y Guest with this wonderfull Restaurant, Railway, Walking and the help of Brenwan and her husband. Thank You both for this wonderful days. And don´t forget: booking there means having good weather alle days. Thank You from Augsburg, Germany, Birgit and Stefan
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Thank you Stefan and Birgit, it was a pleasure having you here for 2 weeks of sunshine! I'm glad you recommend The Moorings in Borth y Gest, a lovely walk along the coastal path to a small bistro with sea views. I've promised you a proper Welsh lesson on your return trip so we hope to see you again! All the best Branwen and Paul
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect, couldn’t have asked for more, thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer w.

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

Lovely relaxing break

We really enjoyed our stay in the cottage . The cottage was immaculate well equipped and cosy at the same time . Location was great with lovely walks nearby . We especially enjoyed seeing the rabbits and the lovely birds that visited the garden including a pair of thrushes . Thank you Branwen and Paul
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Lovely cottage, comfortable well equipped and spotlessly clean

We enjoyed our stay at Morfa Bychan. The cottage was comfortable and very clean. A great spot for exploring the magical Llyn peninsular. Branwen was an attentive host and responded immediately to our requests.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

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

Just perfect !

A beautiful cottage. Well equipped with everything you would need. Branwen the owner has made it so comfy and cosy with lots of finishing touches . There is plenty of room upstairs and downstairs and the kitchen and bathroom are modern and bright. Look out for the rabbits and the squirrels in the garden and you will also hear the owls. We had lovely and relaxing stay....just wished we had booked a longer stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

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

Ideal Porthmadog base

Lovely property in a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryn D.

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

Quite and relaxing

Excellent location, easy access on to coastal path, just what we needed for a relaxing break
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

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

A wonderful cottage in a beautiful location

The cottage and garden were even nicer and a bit bigger than the photographs and reviews suggested. It was near many beautiful walks through woods and along sandy paths to stunningly beautiful and deserted sandy coves, or to Borth y Gest with a bistro and cafe. (They do get very busy and The Moorings was booked up well ahead, so we didn't eat there. Very handy shop in the village for most supplies and a fish and chip shop too. The weather was quite wet and sometimes cool when we were there (in August) but it really didn't matter, lots of good books and outdoors many beautiful beaches, mountains, small towns and castles to visit. Branwen was there if needed and replied promptly to texts but respected out space and left us to enjoy our holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Lovely holiday cottage

Had a wonderful week away in the cottage staying as a small family with our 7 month old. The cottage was in a great location and facilities were just what we needed. Enjoyed the outside space in the nice weather.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Branwen Bell

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The cottage, Ffermdy Bach, is a self-contained part of our house, which is a traditional Welsh farmhouse.

We moved here in 1996 and now our daughters have left home we decided to make the most of our extra space!

The cottage has its own entrance and garden so you have your privacy and can come and go as you please.

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