Sleeps: 3

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 1

Grade: 3

Free Wifi

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Description

STS Grade 3+
A single storey modern cottage near the waterside on Oakley Wharf, Porthmadog, with views of the Glaslyn valley and Snowdonia. It has been decorated and furnished to a very comfortable standard with most modern conveniences installed. Oakley Wharf is a 10 min walk from the High Street. Using the footpath to Borth y Gest, which starts near the cottage, it will take 10 mins to reach the beach. Porthmadog is popular because of its compactness and being so close to both the sea and the mountains. Guests love the three different train attractions. Short walk to the shops and restaurants and leisure centre. Just around the corner is the little Ffestiniog Steam train station when you can enjoy a slow sedate train ride up the Snowdonia Valley. This is a good central location for a holiday property in North Wales.

2 BEDROOMS: 1 Double bedroom and 1 bedroom with single bed. Bed linen and towels are provided.
SHOWER ROOM: Walk in shower and WC.
KITCHEN: Modern and fitted with gas hob, eye-level gas oven, microwave, fridge and freezer. Patio doors to the patio with furniture and views. There is no barrier to the harbour wall.
LOUNGE: Flame effect gas fire, digital TV & WiFi with estuary views.
PARKING: 1 space. EV Charging point available by arrangment with the Property Owner (free of charge).
HEATING: Gas central heating.
ELECTRICITY & GAS: Included. PLEASE NOTE that electricity is included only for the facilities provided at the property.
PETS: Maximum 2 small pets.
LINEN: Yes (cot linen not included)
TOWELS: Yes
COT: Can be provided. If required, please call the owner to double check the spec and bedding provided in advance of your stay.
WiFi: Yes
EXTRA: Use of automatic washer and tumble dryer. Unsuitable for children under 7 years old as there is no harbour wall. This is a no smoking cottage.

Guest Comments:
NS (October 2023):
Excellent "Our 25th year!. The fact that this was our 33rd stay says it all! The wonderful view is ever changing yet always the same"
TS (October 2023): 4.8 STARS "Need a relaxing peaceful break then come here. Near to lots of things to explore beaches,waterfalls. An ever changing view of the tidal estuary with an added bonus of seeing the steam trains. 10 out 10"
TD (May 2023): Excellent "Quiet and peaceful with a wonderful outlook. A lovely, restful place to stay with a superb view of the mountains and busy river. 5 mins' walk to everything. Comfortable, cosy, well-equipped accommodation with a patio to sit on and watch the boats and trains. Adjacent to a ship chandlers which adds to the interest with friendly staff going about their work. Not an intrusion on your stay. We have every intention of going there again"
MHP (October 2022): Excellent"My husband and i had a lovely week at Oakley Cottage .It is in a lovely quiet area and has superb views.We hope to visit again as we loved it"
GG (June 2022): Excellent "Views to die for, a real home from home. The cottage was well set out, well equipped and spacious. The patio was lovely to sit out on and the dogs were very content to watch the seagulls and flop in the sun. We watched boats going and out, trains go up and down and had a good chat with the boatyard lads who were very friendly. Definitely a return visit next year!"
IA (April 2022): 4.8 STARS "A relaxing week watching trains and tide. After a challenging winter we arrived at Porthmadog in need of a relaxing spring break. The owner of Oakley Cottage had taken great care to make sure we had everything necessary to make this happen. The well-equipped kitchen, large free-view TV and good internet connection ensured our week of watching the tide and viewing the distant steam trains got off to a good start. We found the cottage conveniently placed for the high street in Porthmadog, yet far enough out of town to enjoy the tranquillity we needed​"
Miss M (July, 2019): Excellent "Very relaxing holiday, peaceful place with a gorgeous view and very pleasant hosts. Thank you."
Mr M (July, 2019): Excellent "Ideal spot. Enjoyed sitting on patio watching the boat and trains Every facility we needed in cottage. Comfortable beds Have already booked for next year!."
Mrs M (June, 2019): Excellent "Perfect cottage. Location, well equipped, clean. Helpful owners nearby but they didn't interfere at all."
Mr M (May, 2019): Excellent "Well equipped,clean,friendly owners,great views."
Mr S (Apr, 2019): Excellent "Been coming for 21 years. That should say how much we like it."
Mr B (Mar, 2019): Good "This cottage doesn't look much from outside but has a fantastic view from the rear of the cottage. Ideal for a couple and a dog, it is comfortable and has all mod cons."
Mr S (Oct, 2018): Excellent "Had great week at Oakley cottage, despite some rather inclement weather. The cottage was beautiful and had everything required for a stay away from home, with beautiful views out over the estuary and in to the mountains. Porthmadog, although quiet still had plenty to offer, and it was relatively easy to get around both by car and bus. Will definitely be returning."
Mr & Mrs D (Sep, 2017): "I am just going to endorse all the things that have been said about the cottage - excellent!"

Visit Wales Comments (November, 2012):
"This single storey property backs onto the harbour and has lovely views from the terrace."
Overall Quality Percentage: 62%

A single storey cottage of high standards where you walk straight in (one step) with well lit street lighting outside as well as its own outdoor light and own car parking space right outside the front door.

All rooms are on same level making it easy access via one step onto patio area (via large glass patio door) ramps can be easily provided where you can sit outside looking over the estuary and Snowdonia mountains. Table and chairs are provided for paved patio as well as a parasol. Flower tubs.

Sitting Room: The sitting room has a colour remote control TV & Freeview with most channels available. Video, radio and cassette player. A gas flame effect fire in lounge and gas central heating.

Kitchen: gas cooker with eye level grill, fridge, freezer, microwave. Fire and blanket extinguishers.

Bedrooms: Two bedrooms. Master bedroom comprises of one double bed with overhead bedside lights, centre light. Large fitted wardrobe with dressing table.

Patio: There is a step. There is no barrier to the harbour wall.

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Reviews

Norma Slinn
2023-10-21

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The fact that this was our 33rd stay says it all! The wonderful view is ever changing yet always the same.

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Tracey Seaton
2023-10-06

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An ever changing view of the tidal estuary with an added bonus of seeing the steam trains. 10 out 10

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Trevor Dally
2023-06-04

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A lovely, restful place to stay with a superb view of the mountains and busy river. 5 mins' walk to everything. Comfortable, cosy, well-equipped accommodation with a patio to sit on and watch the boats and trains. Adjacent to a ship chandlers which adds to the interest with friendly staff going about their work. Not an intrusion on your stay. We have every intention of going there again.

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Marian H Pulford
2022-10-16

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My husband and i had a lovely week at Oakley Cottage .It is in a lovely quiet area and has superb views.We hope to visit again as we loved it.

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G Green
2022-06-09

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The cottage was well set out, well equipped and spacious. The patio was lovely to sit out on and the dogs were very content to watch the seagulls and flop in the sun. We watched boats going and out, trains go up and down and had a good chat with the boatyard lads who were very friendly. Definitely a return visit next year!

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Guest
2022-04-22

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After a challenging winter we arrived at Porthmadog in need of a relaxing spring break. The owner of Oakley Cottage had taken great care to make sure we had everything necessary to make this happen. The well-equipped kitchen, large free-view TV and good internet connection ensured our week of watching the tide and viewing the distant steam trains got off to a good start. We found the cottage conveniently placed for the high street in Porthmadog, yet far enough out of town to enjoy the tranquillity we needed.

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Average