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Quirky cottage for two near coastal footpath at Borth y Gest

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Rear view of Hen Gegin with views of Moel y Gest in the background
Snowy views of Snowdonia from Borth y Gest beach
Welcome to Hen Gegin!
The kitchen has everything you need if you want to cook rather than go out
The beautiful sandy beaches of Borth y Gest

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 212 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Porthmadog, WLS
  • Black Rock Sands
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Portmeirion Central Piazza
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Anglesey (VLY)
    ‪67 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Quirky cottage for two near coastal footpath at Borth y Gest

A beautifully renovated cottage close to the coastal path and villages of Borth y Gest and Morfa Bychan. The cottage dates from the 1700's and used to be the out kitchen to the farmhouse where the owners live.

The cottage has been lovingly restored and updated to provide a high level of comfort and style.

Steps lead down to the cottage which has a stable door. The ground floor of the cottage is open plan and comprises the kitchen and sitting area. It is small and cosy and perfect for a couple.
The cottage has a fully fitted kitchen with microwave and electric cooker. The kitchen area has a small breakfast bar and stools. The room opens out into the sitting area which has a comfy sofa, TV and small table.
The original inglenook fireplace with bread oven has been preserved and now has a wood burning stove with a supply of logs for colder evenings.
The separate bathroom has an electric shower, basin and WC.

Rising from the sitting area is an oak and glass staircase which leads up to the mezzanine bedroom which is simply furnished with a king size low bed with cotton bedlinen and feather duvet and pillows. As the bedroom is in the eaves of the cottage there is limited headroom as the ceiling is sloping.

Outside the cottage is a small garden with seating area and a fire pit. You are welcome to help yourself to logs at no charge from our log store.and a parking space for your vehicle.

Sorry no pets allowed.

There is another 2 person cottage at the property which adjoins the Farmhouse. Please contact us for availability if you wish to come with friends.

5 minutes walk from the cottage is the Welsh coastal path so you can walk to the pretty village of Borth y Gest (15 mins) which has a bistro and cafe and further along to the harbourside town of Porthmadog (30 mins). Walking in the other direction you can walk along the mile long sandy beach (Black Rock Sands) 15 mins where there is a pub, the Black Rock Beach Club and even onto the town of Cricieth with its fascinating castle (1hr).

A fantastic base for exploring the mountains of Snowdonia and the beaches of 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 the castles of Criccieth, Caernarfon and Harlech just a short drive away.

In June, July and August we only accept 7 day bookings with changeover on a Friday.

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

Property manager

Branwen Bell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

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Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Bring own travel cot for a baby, no space for bed
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please let us know as soon as possible if there have been any breakages during your stay. These may be charged for.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Porthmadog

Located in Porthmadog, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eryri National Park and Yr Wyddfa. Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways and Welsh Highland Heritage Railway are also worth visiting. Sailing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and cycling nearby.
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Porthmadog, WLS

What's nearby

  • Black Rock Sands - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Portmeirion Central Piazza - 10 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Harlech Castle - 18 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Portmeirion Sands - 26 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Porthmadog Station - 5 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Australia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Black Rock Beach Club - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Allports Fish & Chip Shop - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cadwaladers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chippy Dre - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quirky cottage for two near coastal footpath at Borth y Gest pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Quirky cottage for two near coastal footpath at Borth y Gest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quirky cottage for two near coastal footpath at Borth y Gest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Quirky cottage for two near coastal footpath at Borth y Gest located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Black Rock Sands and within 3 miles (5 km) of Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways and Welsh Highland Heritage Railway. Eryri National Park and Portmeirion Central Piazza are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sophia Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in amazing location
We had an amazing stay and thoroughly enjoyed every minute in one of the prettiest areas of Wales.We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint and cosy
Stunning little cottage - perfect for our 3 night break. Great location with easy access to coastal path and stunning beaches from the door. Lovely and warm with everything we needed - appreciated the remote control blinds on the ceiling velux windows helping towards a good nights sleep with just the sound of the owls (and rain on the roof - it is Wales!) We hope to return
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
Perfect cottage in an incredible area of Wales. We had such a lovely time and are definitely going to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break away
This is the second time we’ve stayed at this cottage. We love the location / area - plenty of amazing walks - stunning scenery. The cottage is well equipped and perfect for our little ‘get away’ - we will certainly come back again - in fact we plan on making it an annual event
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
Lovely quiet location, well equipped, very comfy
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulrich G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Cosy nest
Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little bit of Welsh heaven
Wonderfully restored 17th century Cegin that has everything you could possibly need for a relaxed peaceful break. The coastal footpaths are a delight to explore, through woodland to stunning beaches and much more ... Other delights are not far away if you feel the need, take your time and enjoy the unspoilt.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place to stay
We really enjoyed our stay in this little cottage. The area is a great one to explore and Branwen and Paul were perfect hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kieron J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If only I'd stayed longer!
My four night stay was blessed with amazing weather but even without that I regret not staying longer. There is so much to do in this wonderful corner of Wales and the cottage was the perfect retreat after a long day. It was cosy yet spacious and had everything I needed for my stay. The proximity of the beach was an added bonus - watching the sunsets there was mesmerizing. Highly, highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday weekend
Fabulous place to stay, wonderful property in beautiful surroundings, we loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy cottage
We've had a wonderful week, gorgeous comfortable cottage with everything we needed. Beautiful beaches only a short walk away along the coastal path. Enjoyed trips to Pwllheli, Cricceith, Portmeirion, Porthmadog and a lovely trip on a steam train on Welsh Highlands railway to Ffestiniog, fantastic. Very helpful host, clean, cosy and comfortable cottage, would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Cottage was very clean and had everything needed for a break away. Nice and quiet. Within short driving distance of nearest amenities. Would recommend if looking for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Anna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tiny near perfect beach.
Fully modern,clean,all conveniences.only downside,rather overlooked.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reviews Don't Lie....
This quirky cottage is exactly as advertised - it was a pleasure to stay, had everything we needed. Easy nearby walks, great base for exploring and a cosy welcome after a soggy day.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully appointed and very comfortable.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Modern and clean with excellent facilities and plenty of charm. We enjoyed the outside seating area. Excellent wi fi. A fantastic trip on the Snowdonia Mountain Railway. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming cottage in good location
Although compact the cottage is well designed to meet all needs. The bed is very comfortable which helped to give us a restful stay. We loved being able to get to sandy beaches so easily.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
A beautiful cottage. Perfect for a quiet break. Great location for coastal walks and sight seeing. A home from home. Recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Von L.

Superb
A beautifully presented cottage, really clean and comfortable and well equipped. It was so handy for all amenities, ideal for a couple. Would highly recommend this cottage
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Wonderful week away! Thank you for everything
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful escape
Wonderful quirky cottage in a superb location. The interior is beautiful, the cottage is well equipped for every comfort. Absolutely perfect for our needs. As promised, the host totally respected our privacy, but were there if needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Minibreak
Lovely slightly different property. Perfect location for exploring the area. Walks to the beaches from the cottage. Ownershad thought of everything. Definitely recommended. Electric car charger a bonus.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic A., Radnor, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Utterly enchanting is a gross understatement!
I’m English, wife American who wanted to experience Portmeirion so chose this cottage and couldn’t have been happier! The conversion to a modern getaway whilst reflecting its history is incredibly done!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Wales
Spent a week at Branwen & Paul’s amazing cottage. Communication between me and Branwen prior to and during our stay was perfect. Beautiful setting. Beautiful location. Close to many major attractions, such as Caernarfon and Harlech Castles, Welsh Highland and Snowdon Railways, Portmeirion, countless gorgeous, quiet, unspoilt beaches. Coastal walks. Excellent places for eating out. Never a dull moment. Thank you for a truly memorable stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill F., Santa Margarita, California, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning & Comfortable Cortage
We enjoyed our visit to this beautiful part of Wales. The cottage was very clean, cozy and comfortable and we made many of our meals in. Having a laundry facility available close by was very helpful as well! The walks right out the door of the cottage we’re magnificent. The communication with the owners was prompt and easy. We cannot say enough good things about our stay at Hen Gegin! We hope to come back again some day!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Hen Gegin is incredibly quaint but at the same time is totally equipped with all mod cons. A brilliant bathroom with walk in shower, a nice comfy big warm bed, well equipped usable kitchen area all topped off with the fireplace and sitting area with everything kitted out with good quality furniture and fittings. It is very close to the main house but nevertheless is still very private. It is around 15 minutes walking to the nearest beach and they are all beautifully picturesque. The area is very quiet at this time of the year (Halloween) with the closest pub being closed so Hen Gegin needed to be our base and entertainment venue. It excelled at doing this.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Branwen Bell

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We are a couple in our fifties who decided to go into the holiday cottage business when our daughters left home. After the success of our other property, Ffermdy Bach we decided to renovate our outbuilding which we started in 2017. We have finished this year (2018) and look forward to welcoming guests.

Why they chose this property

The location is what sets this property apart. If you love to walk down to the beach in 5 minutes and enjoy the beauty of Wales you'll love Hen Gegin. It's the combination of sea and mountains that makes our area so special, with so much to explore and enjoy.

What makes this property unique

Hen Gegin is the original out kitchen to the main Farmhouse and the property was once lived in by Dafydd y Garreg Wen (1711-1741) a renowned Welsh composer and harpist. The beautiful coastal farmland was sold in the 1960's.

Languages:

English

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