5 Star House in Criccieth. Sea Views. 1 minute from beach. Sleeps 8

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Front terrace great place to watch the dolphins

Your view from the private front terrace. watching the dolphins

The Hub with breakfast bar and wood burning stove for cosy winter evenings

Overview
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4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Explore the area

Criccieth, Wales

Criccieth Castle
‪2 min walk‬
Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways
‪9 min drive‬
Black Rock Sands
‪16 min drive‬
Anglesey (VLY)
‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Toilet 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Ardro is situated with a stunning south facing aspect overlooking the sea cliff in Criccieth. The house has three floors and all rooms are packed with style and character. The dining room and lounge have the original wood floors combined with well chosen antiques with modern touches. These rooms and the master bedroom all overlook the sea and mountains. The large kitchen is open plan, has a lovely wood burning stove, and is perfect for family get-together. All four bedrooms are tastefully decorated, comfortable, and ready to provide a wonderful nights sleep. The front terrace is the ideal place to be sitting with your morning coffee watching the dolphins or in the evening with your wine while marveling at the views and sunsets over the Llyn Penninsula. At the rear of the property is a lovely courtyard with lots of potted plants and outdoor furniture; a real sun trap and perfect for al-fresco dining. And as the day draws to an end you can listen to the rolling waves that will gently send you to sleep. In short - here is everything you need for a wonderful getaway. Please note you will be charged a service fee by Owners direct

Property manager

Jane Pinnington

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Sorry no pets

Important information

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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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Criccieth

Located in Criccieth, this holiday home is in the mountains and near the beach. Lloyd George Museum and Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Criccieth Castle and Gelert's Grave. Travelling with kids? Consider Welsh Highland Heritage Railway and Glasfryn Parc. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain climbing.

Criccieth, Wales

What's nearby

Criccieth Castle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
Portmeirion Central Piazza - 15 min drive - 13.2 km
Black Rock Sands - 16 min drive - 8.5 km
Harlech Castle - 22 min drive - 23.5 km

Getting around

Criccieth Station - 6 min walk
Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

‪Black Rock Beach Club - ‬14 min drive
‪Dylans Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
‪Chippy Dre - ‬7 min drive
‪Siop Coffi T.H - ‬8 min drive
‪Mash and Barrel - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Star House in Criccieth. Sea Views. 1 minute from beach. Sleeps 8 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 Star House in Criccieth. Sea Views. 1 minute from beach. Sleeps 8?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Star House in Criccieth. Sea Views. 1 minute from beach. Sleeps 8?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 Star House in Criccieth. Sea Views. 1 minute from beach. Sleeps 8 located?

This family-friendly Criccieth holiday home is located by the ocean, within 3 mi (5 km) of Criccieth Castle, Lloyd George Museum and Black Rock Sands. Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways and Welsh Highland Heritage Railway are also within 6 miles (10 km). Criccieth Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

30 March 2025

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

Marine Terrace

Property well looked after, comfortable, plenty of room and activities for children, bathrooms very clean and roomy.Views brilliant, close to all amenities and access to walks and beach, perfect for families.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

7 April 2024

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

Janet and family

The whole family found the stay comfortable and relaxing. Everything was supplied for a carefree stay. The location was vey good. Would certainly recommend and hope to return in the future. Thanks for a wonderful break.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith B., Martha’s Vineyard, Ma USA

21 October 2023

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

Wales Stay

I picked Criccieth because I knew it a little and have friends that live in the area, but was very pleasantly surprised with what it had to offer, (great fish and chip shop, coffee and ice cream places) My son wanted to cycle in the Llyn peninsula and I wanted to sight see such things as Portmeirion, so an excellent location. The house itself very well situated next to the castle overlooking Cardigan Bay. Very well appointed house with everything you need. If we get a chance we will be back.

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anjalee P.

21 July 2023

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

Amazing Break

We had a wonderful trip and the house was amazing. Jane is extremely hospitable and made sure we have everything we need. We had a lovely trip

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher B.

17 July 2023

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

Great Stay

Excellent house, Great location. Can't fault it in anyway

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

11 June 2023

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

Well definitely be returning!

When we arrived, we were wowed by the views from the front of the property. There is an amazing view of both the sea and the castle. Then we went inside of the property and insrantly felt at home. The house and back garden have so many quirky and individual touches that made it feel special; we loved all of the different artwork throughout the property. Everything that we could possibly need was right there for us. We had the best weekend and will definitely book for a return visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 April 2023

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

A Magical Experience

If you are traveling with a decent sized group and want to create lasting memories, this is the perfect house in an ideal location to explore Northern Wales. The house is situated in the charming town of Criccieth. You literally can see the castle and the ocean from almost every room in the house. Parking is super convenient and you can walk the entire town in 20 mins. You won't meet finer more welcoming people than those that reside in Criccieth. While the town is small, there are plenty of quality pubs, restaurants, and shops to keep you satisfied. We had one of the best Indian meals at the Spice Bank. There are numerous fun destinations to please all age groups that are within 30 mins to an hour away and Criccieth is a perfect central location to hit them all. The house is warm and inviting with plenty of space and has everything you need. The hosts are very kind in helping in any way they can.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

5 March 2023

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

Would book again in a heartbeat

Wonderful spacious house in a great location, with every room having character. Fully equipped beyond the property description and depiction of photos. We spent a week here with family of varying ages, all who want to return. All our self-inflicted issues were promptly and positively responded to by the owner who clearly cares for the enjoyment of her guests.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry D.

4 January 2023

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

Beautiful House.

I could write a book on how wonderful this house is. Spotlessly clean. Great views. Perfect location and a wonderful, attentive host.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vaughan & Barbara P.

2 January 2023

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

Perfect accommodation for family Christmas

We had a wonderful family Christmas at Ardro. There were 6 of us ranging in age from 27 to 99, it was perfect for all our needs and beautifully decorated for Christmas. The house overlooks the sea, with spectacular views to wake up to. The kitchen is very well equipped with a lovely warming log fire, the sitting room, oh so comfortable with more than enough room for us all and the dinning room a great size for our family meals. We loved the town of Criccieth, and enjoyed daily walks along the beaches. Communication with Jane was easy, with any questions we had, answered promptly. For families looking to stay in this area, we would highly recommend this property.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

28 October 2022

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

Fabulous town house for all the family

Wonderful location on the cliff top with great views of the sea.

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Trevor B.

15 August 2022

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

Excellent base for a family seaside holiday

The house was great, and the owner went the xtra mile to ensure we had a wonderful time

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

15 July 2022

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

Perfect location!

Beautiful location with lots nearby. Perfect home base for exploring Snowdonia's many walks and hikes. Lovely views of the sea from every window on the front of the house. Loved listening to the sound of the waves as we were lulled off to sleep every night! Would definitely stay again if ever in North Wales!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

ANN W., UK

27 May 2022

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

Overall Opinion

We enjoyed our stay one or two areas resulted in a overall 4*. The grill and oven in need of a clean. Some of the bath towels were a bit thin. Otherwise a nice property with a good location.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonas S.

15 May 2022

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

Great location, close to the beach.

Good information about all kinds of tvings before our visit and great communication during our stay in Criccieth.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

30 October 2021

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

Very nice property

Very nice property, accommodation over 3 floors, and multiple bathrooms. Really well equipped house, with living room on middle floor so you can enjoy the views with privacy. The top floor bedroom and adjoining bathroom is superb. Highly recommend.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sophie G.

18 August 2021

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

Family get together

The property was lovely, had everything we needed and really felt like a home from home. Lounge on the first floor for relaxed evening but also relaxing views downstairs for a quiet moment.

10/10 Excellent

Ellen R., London

9 August 2020

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

Lovely stay in Criccieth

We stayed here as a family of five and it was lovely. Really good location on the sea front and a short stroll to the restaurants and high street. We can recommend the Castle fish and chips and Cadwaladers ice-cream! Jane, the owner, was really helpful and responsive to our queries. They have clearly spent time making the property clean and sanitised. There are hand sanitiser dispensers by the entrances to the house. A really good base for an activity filled week, from hiking in the mountains to Segway in the forest or just sitting watching the dolphins and relaxing.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

31 July 2020

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

Lovely house, with beautiful views across the bay and castle. Very peaceful and restful break.

Very good. Well equipped, plenty of space for a group. Lots of home touches and interesting decorations.

10/10 Excellent

richard e.

15 October 2019

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

Wonderful three night stay in Criccieth

We 6 loved this property! It's perfectly situated overlooking the beach and is an easy walk to all that Criccieth offers. The house itself was clean and comfy, and as is often the case was even nicer than the photos showed. Communication with Jane was a breeze, and I'd highly recommend this home for your stay in Criccieth.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD D.

2 August 2019

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

Wonderful Ardro

Fabulous house, they’ve really thought of everything with the small details like binoculars for dolphin watching, amazing location, perfect for big families (we have 4 children). Highly recommended!

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

17 April 2019

Jewel in the crown

8 of us stayed here in a lovely comfortable house in an amazing location, well stocked inside and out. Lots to do and see with lovely little pubs and restaurants in which to eat and drink. Communication with the owner was easy and answered all our questions. Hoping to make it an annual event

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lark H., Houston, Texas USA

6 October 2017

Wonderful house in a great location!

We were two couples and the house was perfect. The master suite looks over the sea and the castle--a perfect place to sleep, relax or have coffee. Plenty of bathrooms, closets, a large sitting room looking over the sea and a kitchen with everything we needed! We had a lovely week! Jane was very helpful, leaving excellent restaurant suggestions. The town is charming and easy to navigate. Everyone in our party was fit so the 3 story layout suited us just fine. I wouldn't recommend the house for anyone who has trouble with stairs, however. With the kitchen and dining on the ground floor and sitting room and 2 bedrooms & shower/bath on the first floor (American 2nd), the stairs might be a problem. We loved our week here and highly recommend the house to active adults and families!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cath Maybury

18 September 2017

Unbeatable location, great house

We were given a warm welcome and shown around the house, and there was a lovely selection of treats left for us too. The house is clean and well maintained, and stocked with everything you need. The owners use it regularly for family get-togethers so it feels homely. The location is perfect - right next to the beach, just a little elevated. Also next to the castle and the town. You can walk to a surprisingly well- stocked garage for grocery requirements, and there are supermarkets a short drive away. We were even treated to the magical sight of dolphins one evening, swimming very close to the shore for around 15 minutes or more. The house has several pairs of binoculars, but really the view is just beautiful without them. Wifi was good throughout the house. A perfect holiday home for our two families (4 adults, children 15,14,12,11). Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

22 August 2017

Beautiful House over looking the sea

We hired this house for 7 friends to holiday in Wales - and it was perfect. Such a great base for exploring the local area. The house itself is so beautifully presented and very well stocked with everything you could need for a holiday!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

About the host

Hosted by Jane Pinnington

I live in Cheshire with my husband Mark. We have 8 children between us and a scruffy little dog called kitty. Mark works as a lecturer at Liverpool university and I am a support worker for the elderly with Dementia. Mark and I are big Harley Davidson fans and when we are not enjoying our house in Criccieth we are enjoying ride outs with our pals on the bike.

Why they chose this property

Our families have always holidayed in Criccieth; our parents, and us as parents with our children. Mark & I married here in Criccieth, and when Ardro came up for sale, we knew it was the home for us. Mark's parents honeymooned 3 doors away from Ardro in 1947. Criccieth and it's way of life is in our blood. If your still in any doubt please check out our reviews.

What makes this property unique

We benefit from the peace & tranquillity that comes with being by the sea in a town that has essentially remained unchanged for decades. Walking (or just sitting) on the beach replenishes the soul. Fishing from the beach or just net fishing from the rock pools while dolphin watching cannot be beaten.

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English

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Toilet 1

Toilet 2

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