Llety'r Bugail, DOLGELLAU

Rated 5/50 by NeilP19 on 13th October 2016

"As with the previous reviews, this accommodation and the hosts were great. From the quality of the accommodation, its cleanliness and the chocolate cake on arrival. A real home from home, we found nothing wanting when preparing diner, from bottle open to carving knife. We were a group of two couples and the location is ideal for many of the sites and places to visit in North Wales. For leisurely cycling we popped into town, (10 mins downhill walk), and hired bikes for a 9 miles cycle out to Barmouth on the flat Estuary trail. For diner we again walked down hill to town but you might want to think twice about the second helping of dessert before the up hill walk back."

Rated 5/50 by KP22051 on 5th July 2016

"Stayed at this house for a week with 2 friends on a fishing trip. Great start being welcomed with a greeting card and some lovely cakes ! The accommodation was just as described and spotlessly clean and tidy, all the equipment worked a treat and the beds were all very comfortable. One double bedroom has a good en-suite and the other two bedrooms can share the larger bathroom. We didn't enjoy the best of weather on our trip and we were soaked on all but one day...thankfully there was a good utility room downstairs which was entirely suitable for drying our gear ready for the next day. Always a good sign when my friends intend to go back with their wives !"

Rated 4/50 by JavaMo on 28th July 2013

"We visited the cottage as two elderly couples and were very pleased with the spacious rooms. We also were very happy with the two bathrooms, one for each couple. The ladies were very excited about the well equiped kitchen and all the accessoires in it. They like to cook and bake all kind of stuff and they have done their very best. The town centre is a few minutes away by car, but you also can walk to the centre; it is about 15 - 20 minutes. The return from the town centre is a bit harder as you must walk up along a hill, but for those who like to walk it is very well to do, especially if you did have your diner in town and you had a few drinks or glases of wine accompanying your meal. If it is a bit sunny, the terrace invites you to sit down and enjoy the surroundings with a nice drink at hand and a very well view at Cader Idris. An excellent place for exploring the North-West area of Wales."

Rated 4/50 by Retford on 17th May 2013

"Fabulous accommodation with quality furniture and bedding etc. Very comfortable beds. Excellent showers - hot and powerful ! Everything you could possibly need was provided. Lovely welcome pack from the owners Mr & Mrs Lewis, with sponge cake and Welsh cakes to go with a cuppa after a long journey. There were also fresh flowers which were a lovely touch. The one disappointment was that we booked this particular accommodation because the Sykes website said that access was "via 5 steps to the front door, or level access at the back". Unfortunately this wasn't the case, as you can't drive your car all the way up the quite steep slope to the back door access as it is too narrow. You have to park the car in front of the property at the bottom of the slope. You then have to walk up the slope which is at least as steep as a flight of stairs to even reach the steps which lead to the front entrance. This meant that my parents, in their late 80's with mobility problems, had to struggle up and down the steep (especially to them) slope and climb up the five steps to the front door. As there is no hand rail, we had to assist them every time. What a pity that the slope can't be widened to let the car go all the way to the top level (back door). If we had brought the wheelchair with us, it would have been almost impossible to use. I can't help thinking this issue could easily be solved and would be a Godsend to any others who book this property thinking it was suitable for wobbly elderly or disabled relatives !"

Rated 4/50 by Retford on 17th May 2013

"Fabulous accommodation with quality furniture and bedding etc. Very comfortable beds. Excellent showers - hot and powerful ! Everything you could possibly need was provided. Lovely welcome pack from the owners Mr & Mrs Lewis, with sponge cake and Welsh cakes to go with a cuppa after a long journey. There were also fresh flowers which were a lovely touch. The one disappointment was that we booked this particular accommodation because the Sykes website said that access was "via 5 steps to the front door, or level access at the back". Unfortunately this wasn't the case, as you can't drive your car all the way up the quite steep slope to the back door access as it is too narrow. You have to park the car in front of the property at the bottom of the slope. You then have to walk up the slope which is at least as steep as a flight of stairs to even reach the steps which lead to the front entrance. This meant that my parents, in their late 80's with mobility problems, had to struggle up and down the steep (especially to them) slope and climb up the five steps to the front door. As there is no hand rail, we had to assist them every time. What a pity that the slope can't be widened to let the car go all the way to the top level (back door). If we had brought the wheelchair with us, it would have been almost impossible to use. I can't help thinking this issue could easily be solved and would be a Godsend to any others who book this property thinking it was suitable for wobbly elderly or disabled relatives !"

Rated 5/50 by Dafydd Manton on 7th December 2012

"Llety'r Bugail is a fantastic property set right on the uplands above Dolgellau, with fabulous views over Cadair Idris and the mountain ranges. It was beautifully clean, well equipped and, more than anything else, dry! The North Welsh weather let us down for the first time ever, but since this was about our 40th trip, it is hardly indicative of what one can normally expect. The area was beautifully quiet, with few but very friendly neighbours, and there was enough wildlife to keep the most ardent of naturalists quiet for a goodly while. As a result of little or no light pollution, particularly late at night, the night skies were absolutely outstanding, and the provision of patio furniture enhanced the experience. There are plenty of shops nearby to assuage the hunger of all but the greediest of tourists, and the cottage is a great centre for exploring all of Gwynedd and beyond. We had a superb week, and greatly enjoyed what was provided. As an added bonus, the blackberry bushes were in full fruit, so the resultant pies/crumbles were a joy to behold, and something that the supermarket didn't supply. (Mind you, they did provide the custard!) All round, an excellent place to get away from the lunatic world we all live in, and recharge the addled brain."

Rated 5/50 by Ray Parsons on 5th December 2012

"Lovely Cottage on the edge of Dolgellau. Cottage well looked after and extremely well maintained - one of the best we've ever stayed in. All mod cons in a great setting with mountains right on the doorstep. Lots of places to visit locally and plently to do for families. Welcome tray on arrival had excellent cake!"

Rated 5/50 by Sevvy7 on 13th October 2012

Rated 5/50 by Sevvy7 on 13th October 2012

Rated 5/50 by A FlipKey Verified Reviewer on 13th September 2012

"We rented both properties for a family and friends holiday. They were both very well appointed and extremely clean. The view from the balcony and the quiet location more than made up for the long uphill walk after eating out (actually I'm lying, because one of my sons and I drove and didn't drink. The internal stairway was unlocked for us, making it easy to move between properties. The outside area under the balcony was ideal for tinkering with bikes, even in rainy weather. Talking of which, the only criticism was the lack of a tumble drier."

Rated 5/50 by A FlipKey Verified Reviewer on 16th September 2011

"Light and very spacious, well-appointed accommodation. Welcoming tray with home-made cake on arrival. We especially liked the pleasant balcony with table and seating accessed through the patio doors. There were only two of us, but the property is well-equipped for six."

Rated 5/50 by Sam S on 4th September 2011

"The welcome upon arrival was fantastic. We had homemade cake, fresh cut flowers, wine and welsh cakes waiting for us when we stepped through the door. The accommodation was excellent a real 5 star stay. The whole place was very clean and thoughtfully furnished and the kitchen stocked everything to could ever need. A real home from home and a great base to explore the fantastic Snowdonia area."

Rated 5/50 by Sam S on 4th September 2011

"The welcome upon arrival was fantastic. We had homemade cake, fresh cut flowers, wine and welsh cakes waiting for us when we stepped through the door. The accommodation was excellent a real 5 star stay. The whole place was very clean and thoughtfully furnished and the kitchen stocked everything to could ever need. A real home from home and a great base to explore the fantastic Snowdonia area."

Rated 5/50 by A FlipKey Verified Reviewer on 22nd August 2011

"A very well appointed property. with plenty of space in every room. everthing that you require whilst on holiday was supplied. An excellent property to stay in at all times"

Rated 5/50 by A FlipKey Verified Reviewer on 5th November 2010

"We ahd a lovely week here and will be comong back!The rooms are beautifully furnished and every last detail has been thought of."

Rated 5/50 by A FlipKey Verified Reviewer on 18th December 2009

"Excellent friendly service from Sykes Cottages. The home was easy to find and we loved the views from the front balcony. Everything inside was clean and modern and the layout was good. Although a short distance from the centre of the village, it was near a supermarket and garage. It was ideally situated for a walking and cycling holiday with the lovely trail along the Mawddach estuary nearby and the Coed-y-Brenin Forest within easy reach. I cannot really think of anything I disliked about it!"

Rated 5/50 by Fiddler on 2nd December 2009

"This cottage more than lived up to the brochure description. It is one of the very best cottages we have stayed in. All the equipment was perfect, including two superb bathroom/shower rooms. We were four adults and two children with ages from 5 to 73 and really enjoyed our holiday. The welcome pack, including home mad cake, wine, etc made us feel instantly at home and we would recommend it highly."