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Spacious coastal property with stunning sea views, terrace and garden. Tranquil.

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Borth y Gest, Wales
  • Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Black Rock Sands
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Portmeirion Central Piazza
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Anglesey (VLY)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Double bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Double bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Twin bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Cloakroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spacious coastal property with stunning sea views, terrace and garden. Tranquil.

Sandbanks at Garth Hall – Coastal Retreat with Panoramic Sea Views

About This Space
Welcome to Sandbanks, an exclusive and private wing of the historic Garth Hall, nestled between the villages of Borth y Gest and Porthmadog in North Wales. This well-appointed retreat offers guests unparalleled tranquility, privacy, and breathtaking sea and mountain vistas from every room. Set within its own expansive gardens, Sandbanks provides an escape while being conveniently close to beaches, the renowned Snowdonia National Park and the Italianate village of Portmeirion.

The Space

Living Room:
Step into the sitting room, where high ceilings and full-length picture windows frame stunning panoramic views of the coastline and the majestic mountains. This light-filled space is furnished with a luxurious leather suite, providing a comfortable setting to relax, read, or enjoy entertainment on the Smart TV. The blend of classic architecture and modern amenities creates an inviting atmosphere for all guests.

Separate Dining Room:
Adjacent to the living area, the seperate dining room features a large table with seating for six, perfect for family meals or intimate dinners. The room's tasteful décor, ambient lighting and sea views enhance the dining experience

Kitchen:
The well-equipped kitchen caters to both novice cooks and culinary enthusiasts, offering:
• Electric oven and hob
• Microwave
• Air fryer
• Coffee machine
• Large fridge/freezer
• Dishwasher
• Comprehensive selection of cookware and utensils
Whether preparing a quick breakfast or a gourmet dinner, the kitchen's modern appliances and ample counter space make cooking a pleasure.

Bedrooms:
Sandbanks comfortably accommodates up to six guests across three bedrooms, each designed to provide a restful retreat:
• Master Bedroom: Features a king-size bed positioned facing floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing guests to awaken to uninterrupted coastal views. The room includes a spacious wardrobe, chest of drawers, and a dressing table, ensuring ample storage and convenience.
• Double Bedroom: Offers a comfortable double bed, complemented by tasteful décor and serene views of the gardens and sea, creating a peaceful ambiance for relaxation.
• Twin Bedroom: Furnished with two single beds, this room is ideal for children or friends, featuring cheerful décor and plenty of natural light.

Bathrooms:
The property includes multiple well-appointed facilities to cater to guests' needs:
• Main Bathroom: Equipped with a bathtub featuring a handheld shower attachment, WC, and basin, providing a space to unwind after a day of exploration.
• Separate Shower Room: Offers a modern shower, ensuring convenience for larger groups.
• Downstairs Cloakroom: Includes an additional WC and houses the washing machine, adding to the property's practicality.

Outdoor Spaces

Private Terrace and Garden:
Step outside to the expansive private terrace, where outdoor seating invites you to enjoy morning coffee or evening cocktails against the backdrop of the estuary and mountain vistas. The manicured gardens feature a large decking area, perfect for sunbathing or hosting a barbecue. The serene environment offers a perfect setting to relax and appreciate the natural beauty surrounding Sandbanks.

Amenities
To ensure a comfortable and enjoyable stay, Sandbanks provides:
• High-Speed Wi-Fi: Stay connected with reliable internet access throughout the property.
• Central Heating: Maintain a cozy atmosphere during cooler months.
• Smart TV: Access your favorite streaming services for entertainment.
• Private Parking: Ample space for up to three vehicles, offering convenience and security.
• Washing Machine: Located in the downstairs cloakroom for guest use.

Location and Nearby Attractions
Sandbanks' prime location provides easy access to a variety of attractions:
• Sandy beaches - a five minute walk
. Coastal paths - a five minute walk
. Borth y Gest: A 5-minute walk
• Porthmadog: A 10-minute walk to a bustling town offering shops, pubs, and restaurants, as well as the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways.
• Black Rock Sands: A 10-minute drive to a vast sandy beach where you can even drive onto the shore.
• Portmeirion: A 10-minute drive to the enchanting Italianate village, known for its unique architecture and gardens.
• Snowdonia National Park: Nearby, offering hiking, cycling, and breathtaking landscapes.
• Historic Castles: Explore the nearby Harlech, Criccieth, and Caernarfon Castles, each rich in history and offering stunning views.

Nearby - golf, tennis, leisure centre with indoor swimming pool, zip wire, mountain biking. boats

Property manager

Gwyn Jones
Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Porthmadog

Located in Porthmadog, this apartment is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eryri National Park and Yr Wyddfa. Travelling with kids? Consider Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, or check out an event or a game at The Ranges Motorsport Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking/biking trails.
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Borth y Gest, Wales

What's nearby

  • Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Black Rock Sands - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Portmeirion Central Piazza - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Harlech Castle - 16 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Portmeirion Sands - 23 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Porthmadog Station - 3 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 139 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Australia - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Black Rock Beach Club - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Allports Fish & Chip Shop - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cadwaladers - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chippy Dre - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious coastal property with stunning sea views, terrace and garden. Tranquil. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Spacious coastal property with stunning sea views, terrace and garden. Tranquil.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious coastal property with stunning sea views, terrace and garden. Tranquil.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious coastal property with stunning sea views, terrace and garden. Tranquil. located?

This family-friendly Porthmadog apartment building is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, Welsh Highland Heritage Railway and Black Rock Sands. Portmeirion Sands and Eryri National Park are also within 6 miles (10 km). Porthmadog Station is 26 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect base for exploring Snowdonia
We had a lovely time at the property. The views are amazing, the location was brilliant and the place was very comfy.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie F., Scotland, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Room with a view
Magnificent views and warm Welsh welcome. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Keith S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Peaceful
A lovely quiet stay with beautiful weather we were able to relax and enjoy
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark w.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VIEW FROM THE WINDOWS AMAZING
Fantastic stay ,so much to see and do on your doorstep, and could look at the ever changong view from the windows for ever.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Nick E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning views and location
A lovely property in a stunning location. Our break was hampered by the weather but the host was brilliant at helping with suggestions and quick to sort a couple of minor teething issues. Would recommend and will likely to return in the summer months
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views!
This is a lovely property in a great spot. The views from every room are amazing! Great to be able to see the Ffestiniog railway crossing the cob. Lots of walks from the door, including into Porthmadog. The outdoor area is lovely. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Gary N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barn revisited
A good sized property with stunning views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spectacular location and comfortable stay.
We really enjoyed staying here. The ever changing view was great. The property itself is light and colourful. Communication with the owner was friendly and helpful. We enjoyed kayaking locally, visiting Portmerion and climbing up Snowdon. Highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family expedition to Porthmadog
Great place in a great location. Ideally situated for visiting North Wales and has lots of amenities within walking distance. There are easily reachable local beaches in Borth y Gest and beyond. The views of the ever changing Glaslyn estuary and the surrounding hills are amazing. There is a large terrace facing the estuary and and an extensive enclosed lawned garden area. Host Gwyn was very helpful in telling us about places to visit and where to eat out.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cristina V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional location with a marvelous view
Beautiful old house with a magnificent garden and an outstanding view - we very much enjoyed our stay. Our host took extra care that we had everything we needed, answered quickly every question and provided several great hints on the location and the things one might want to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

sarah d., sleaford

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable Experience!
We absolutely loved staying here for 2 weeks, it was hard to leave at the end of our holiday. Gwyn, our host took great care of us and made sure that we were comfortable during our stay. We really enjoyed finding out about the history of the property and felt privileged to stay somewhere with the most incredible views over the bay. The apartment was large and gave us plenty of space for 4 adults and 1 child. The garden space was also great and we enjoyed sitting out while our son had a run around. Parking was also really handy and easily accommodated our campervan and a car with plenty of room to spare. The location is great for walking into Borth y Gest and Porthmadog. Our son loved crabbing off the harbour wall in Porthmadog which was only a 5 minute walk away. A short drive took us to Black Rock Sands which is one of our favourite beaches. We really hope to stay again next year and would recommend it to anyone looking to escape it all and enjoy what North Wales has to offer. Thank you so much Gwyn!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Ruth B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Good communication with property manager. Outstanding views from property as per the photos. Some issues re cleanliness. Manager said he would chase up. Quiet location. Would have been lovely property in its time. Still needs ongoing TLC.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great holiday
We thoroughly enjoyed our two weeks here. Absolutely wonderful views. Nice, spacious accommodation. Very pleasant host.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela W., Bushey

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Scenery at SandBanks
Our stay was for a week. It was so hard to draw your eyes from the beautiful sea view immediately from our apartment. The surrounding countryside was also stunning with many beautiful walks. Gwynne was a great host and was always pleased to help. Couldn't fault anything. Outstanding in all regards. Planning to come again. Kind Regards, Andy and Angela Williams
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Stunning
We had such a great time. The apartment is amazing and the views are just stunning. Gwyn was very helpful and responded to all questions in no time. We would love to come back some time next year. Many thanks for everything. Linn
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

About the host

Hosted by Gwyn Jones

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I was brought up in Snowdonia and came to love the outdoor life. I’ve lived in many other places since then, but came home when I bought Garth Hall. I loved the Hall’s history and its spectacular views.

I’ve travelled a great deal and have been looked after by so many good hosts, and now I relish looking after our guests. Should you need anything before, or during, your stay then I’m here to help. I know the area very well and would be happy to share this knowledge with you. But I also recognise that some guests value independence and privacy and I always respect that. I’m here if you need me and am invisible if you don’t.

Why they chose this property

The property is on the coast immediately above the bay. The beaches are within walking distance and the mountains are a short drive away. Portmeirion is directly across the bay as is Harlech castle.
There are lots of sporting opportunities - golf, mountain biking, gym, tennis, zip wires, boats etc etc.

What makes this property unique

The amazing views, the privacy, the location, its history.....and some of the people who lived here before me.

The property is spacious, well located, tranquil and has stunning sea views which you can enjoy from all the windows or from your private garden.

The Hall has been the home of Spooner the engineering architect of the Ffestiniog Railway (nearby).
Later it was the home of the renowned Shakespearian actress Dame Sybil Thorndike and leading actors of the day stayed here.

Lloyd George was a regular visitor during his pupilage under a previous owner Randall Casson.

Languages:

English

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