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Betws Bach

Betws Bach

4.8
out of 5
Ratings from 20 reviews
95% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.9
Comfort
4.8
Condition
4.7
Location
4.8
Value
4.8
Customer
Service
4.9

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The historic Betws Bach Farmhouse full of Old World Charm & Architectural Interest, dating back to 1675. Quality 5 STAR accommodation verified by Visit Wales. Accommodation for up to 7 people (+ 1 extra person, with the provision of a quality folding bed on request). 3 Double bedrooms, 1 Single. 1 shower room. 1 bathroom (with shower over bath). Kitchen - diner. Lounge. Snooker Lounge.

nice cottage but few issues

Review submitted on Wed, 16 Sep 2020
2.0
out of 5
Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
2.0
Condition
1.0
Location
2.0
Value
1.0
Customer
Service
3.0
well start with cottage looks fab from outside nice large garden for our nice small yorkies. as u enter cottage its very nice spacious but we few faults with it me and wife had main room in attic looks fab but 2 big let downs as u go up 2nd flight stairs there no mind ur head sign as u have to bend very awkwardly to get up onto the floor 2nd fault is the room by the windows had WOODLICE loads of them and every day n night i was picking them up and flushing down loo told the owner whom said she knew about them but did not sort out so looks as if it been going on for few years or months u can clearly see where they come from a massive 6ft long gap in the wall which needs filling also loads cobwebs and spiders so rooms clearly not been cleaned properly. other issue was we was not told of electric being turned off for 1 day until i saw paperwork and asked her about it and then 2 days(48hrs) without any heating at all and also no instructions on how to use washer dryer so we had to dry on radiators but had to rewash as no heating for 2 days also wifi i useless as main box is in part the house next door not in house ur staying so very poor so main box should be moved to main part ur staying. but as for space in each room they are fabulous sizes nice pool/snooker table with incomplete balls but could still play pool/snooker and other games and very nice detailed cottage inside with old beams etc would we rent this cottage again i'm afraid no and do no reckonmend unless all been sorted im not sure why they are not as they make so much money from renting out they could sort issues . but as there 3 other properties which are a lot newer we would try them out .



Anwen replied 11 days ago
Thank you for your review and all comments have been taken on board. The limited headroom on the stair way to the top floor is mentioned in the description on our website and also there's a photo of the stairway showing the old beam across the top. Sadly you didn't see and read these before arrival. We apologise that a problem occurred with woodlice appearing from underneath the old oak beam that goes into the 3 foot thick stone wall on the top floor. We dealt with the problem as soon as you notified us. Wood lice are harmless and are not a health hazard. Very old Listed Buildings can have problems of this nature from time to time. The electricity was turned off by the electricity supplier so that they could work on the lines in the area. We could do nothing to prevent this from happening and we did leave the letter from the supplier on the hall stand so that you could see it for yourself. The snooker table is 3/4 size and on professional advise, it is provided, short of 5 balls. We were told that this way, a better game can be had. The Wi Fi is not high speed fibre because we are in a rural location and the connection can drop from time to time, but most people find that what we have is adequate. We look forward to see you return to one of our cottages, and as you say, one that is not quite as old as Betws Bach, which goes back a long way to 1675.

Week stay 8th-15 th August

Review submitted on Sat, 29 Aug 2020
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
4.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We spent a lovely week at Betws Bach. The house was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. The large garden has stunning scenery including views of Snowden, and a lovely patio where we enjoyed barbecuing and alfresco eating.

Thank you to the lovely Anwen for her warm welcome and assistance.



Enjoyable family holiday

Review submitted on Wed, 12 Aug 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have holidayed in this area for more than 30 years and we had a wonderful 3 weeks stay in Betws Bach cottage. When we arrived Mrs Jones (Anwen) popped by just to check that everything was OK and to ask if we needed anything else. We enjoyed chatting to both Mr and Mrs Jones as they were extremely friendly and nothing was too much trouble for them.
It is in a lovely location, very peaceful and quite with just the gentle sound of the river Dwyfach and the birds singing in the background – very tranquil. The views from the front patio of the countryside and mountains are stunning with Snowdon in one direction and Cader Idris in the other.
The cottage is full of character, very comfortable, clean and well equipped for all your needs. The kitchen diner is spacious and has everything that you need when preparing meals.
It points out on the website that the second-floor bedroom which is quite stunning, with A framed beams, is reached by a staircase with limited headroom, but you soon get used to negotiating it.
It is a great base for enjoying the lovely beaches of Criccieth and Pwllheli and the many walks around the surrounding area of Snowdonia. Also, we enjoyed visiting Newborough Forest on Anglesey.
The fishing on the Dwyfach that was accessed just beyond the garden was enjoyed by my husband (a keen fisherman) and grandchildren. The snooker room was a real bonus and we enjoyed several snooker tournaments especially during the evenings and the few wet days we had.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Betws Bach for a lovely family holiday with lots of attractions and outdoor activities.




Betws Bach

Review submitted on Wed, 26 Feb 2020
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We arrived amid storm Dennis to be greeted at Betws Bach with the log burner roaring away & a pint of milk in the fridge so we could all have a brew, followed by a quick visit from Anwen to make sure we were OK - greatly appreciated.
Oozing with character, Betws Bach is well equipt, warm, comfortable & cosy, but still has plenty of room for larger parties. The snooker table was great for all the family to play.
It is an ideal base for exploring the Snowdonia National Park & the Llyn Peninsula - mountains & beautiful beaches within easy reach.
It is a quiet, peaceful location yet only a short drive from Criccieth.
Perfect - Thank you Anwen



Lovely place for couples break away

Review submitted on Fri, 29 Nov 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A fabulous time was had by all 6 of us in a charming cottage. Much time was spent either staring into the flames of the log burner, playing snooker or just chilling with a book in the lounge. All agreed another, longer visit would be good!



Amazing return visit

Review submitted on Fri, 25 Oct 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This is our 5th year of coming to Betws Bach and it is a home away from home - we love it here! The cottage has everything you could need and the location is beautiful. Would highly recommend.



Holidays everyone should try...

Review submitted on Wed, 11 Sep 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Staying in any one of Rhos Cottages is always a good experience...this time Beth’s Bach was my choice..lovely location ,stunning views, inside everything you need from comfortable furnishings to a well equipped kitchen. Any queries or problems are dellt with immediately..highly recommended.



Great accommodation & views

Review submitted on Thu, 05 Sep 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A very comfortable base for our family holiday, age range 15 to 85! Well equipped & generous accommodation in stunning surroundings. The snooker table was a very popular pastime in the evenings and the BBQ patio area was well used. Great to see the cattle & sheep free to roam in the fields adjacent.

The only area identified for improvement would be the Wi-fi - a mixed blessing though!

The owner was very pleasant to deal with.



Our holiday staying in Betws Bach. most enjoyable fo

Review submitted on Sat, 31 Aug 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We all enjoyed our stay at Betws Bach. The farmhouse was in a great position with wonderful views over countryside and mountains. It was a great base.
Our age range was 8weeks to 70 years and it suited everyone.
The house was very clean and well provided. The owners were very friendly and helpful.



Lovely cottage in very peaceful position with amazing views

Review submitted on Wed, 07 Aug 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We enjoyed our stay at Betws Bach immensely. We chose the cottage for several reason. Firstly because dogs are allowed. There was plenty of space outside for our dog to potter around, and lots of nice walks and beaches in the vicinity. The second reason we choose it was for its proximity to Snowdon which we climbed while we were on holiday. We were also taken in by the snooker table, which we used a lot, especially on the one afternoon when it poured with rain. The beds are very comfortable, the kitchen well stocked and the whole house has lots of character and is very beautiful. I would like to point out that if you are planning on using the internet a lot whilst on holiday the signal is poor and WiFi also very weak - a good excuse to not do any work or check emails! Also, as it says on the website, there is limited headroom in the top floor due to the low beams, but once you get used to that it's fine. It was so quiet and peaceful, and to wake up and sit on the patio with a cup of tea and amazing views across to Snowdonia was wonderful.



Very peaceful but accessible situation

Review submitted on Wed, 17 Jul 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Spacious house with bags of character surrounded by beautiful countryside. Lots of land around the house so great for dogs. You walk or cycle out straight onto quiet lanes and paths.
Clean and well kept with the only issue being weak wifi.
An enjoyable holiday.




A wonderful stay. Perfect Location

Review submitted on Sat, 06 Jul 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Had a wonderful time in wales. Came down for 2 days to climb snowdon. The cottage was lovely, great location, clean, warm, lots of original features, beams, etc. Furniture and beds very comfy. Kitchen had all the necessities. WiFi was useful too. Great bbq area with a charcoal bbq and views onto fields and snowdon in a distance. Only took us 20 minutes to drive to the Pyg path in the morning. Not a soul nearby! Seven of us had a wonderful time. Thank you!



A beautiful cottage with plenty of character

Review submitted on Sun, 16 Jun 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a fabulous week at this lovely C17 Welsh farmhouse. I loved the history of the place. The house is very comfortable with everything you need and four generations of our family from 85 to 4 months had a very relaxing week. The views are fabulous, Snowdon in one direction and Cader Idris in the other. It was lovely to meet Anwen who was very helpful. I could go on and on, it really was a lovely house.



Excellent family Easter break

Review submitted on Tue, 30 Apr 2019
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We were very impressed with the property. It had everything we needed as well as having lots of character. Beautiful quiet location with great views of mountains. The added bonus of the snooker table went down well with the children. The location was great, we were able to enjoy Snowdonia and all its activities as well as exploring the lovely coastline of the LLyn peninsula. Would definitely return.



warm character cottage with special atmosphere

Review submitted on Wed, 09 Jan 2019
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed four nights over Christmas and we felt very welcome from first step in by warm character atmosphere and fire already made in stove. It is very well equipped cottage with lovely owner ready to help. Just pack and go...




Outstanding Cottage

Review submitted on Thu, 15 Nov 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This cottage is outstanding. It is full of character and old charm, but also has all the mod cons to make it a home from home.

The whole cottage is very clean. The beds are very comfy, with top quality linen.

The kitchen is very clean and top quality. All cutlery, crockery and utensils are provided. There’s a dishwasher and washer/dryer. The fridge/freezer is a great size. A great pleasure to cook for the family. Cleaning up is no problem with the dishwasher.

The living room is very comfy and warm. The snooker room is a real bonus. Great for snooker or just as a second living room. There is also a couch, TV and fireplace in there.

The outside grounds are very pretty. Great large garden for the kids to run around. There’s picnic tables outside so you can have a brew and watch the kids. The kids would always enjoy cows or sheep coming into the field behind the garden. The views from the garden are great. Beautiful countryside. Also, plenty of space to park your car.

Would definitely visit again.



Amazing

Review submitted on Fri, 02 Nov 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We love this cottage - this is our 5th visit and it never disappoints - it’s a beautiful location and feels like a home away from home. We will be back next year!



Immaculately presents cottage, well equipped, tranquil location

Review submitted on Thu, 03 May 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Have stayed at Rhos cottages several times over the years and have never been disappointed. The cottages are immaculately presented, very comfortable and equipped with everything you could possibly need for your stay. The rustic charm of the cottages and the tranquil location provide a very relaxing break and nothing was too trouble for the owner.

We used Betws Bach for a family get together catering for ages from mid twenties to nearly 80 and all loved it. The younger end loved the pool room and the older end loved siting by the log fire. Our poochie loved the massive garden and spent many a happy hour chasing one of three footballs he found in the bushes!

The cottages are a little isolated therefore a car is really a necessity with the town around 3 mles away and a range of supermarkets towards Porthmadog (7 miles away) or Carnarvon (7 miles the other way). Criccieth beach is glorious and has a large dog friendly section which our pooch loved. There's good walking and lots of attractions nearby to keep you occupied should you want to venture out. The adventurous should look up Zipworld and the more sedate might enjoy a chop choo trip up mount snowden or on the narrow gauge to Ffestiniog. There's so much to choose from in this beautiful area.

If I could make one suggestion, it would be to possibly make a couple of bicycles available at extra cost. Hiring locally was almost impossible and ultimately rejected as it was very,,very expensive (£80 for the week) and as some of our party didn't drive it meant they were at the mercy of the driver to get out and about.



new year in wales

Review submitted on Sat, 06 Jan 2018
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
so we thought we would do something different this time for new year as we had guests from Australia and a friend had stayed at Betws Bach and recommended it to us.
we arrived at the cottage and unpacked the cars and shortly after we was met by Anwen (owner) who asked us if there was anything we needed and she told us if there was anything that we could just give her a call.
the cottage is set in a beautiful part of Wales with some outstanding views and is not too far from the local village which we visited.
there is also a circular walk which takes about 90 min to complete.
the cottage itself is beautiful with wooden beams and log burners the beds are very comfortable there is everything you need in the kitchen washing machine,dishwasher,fridge, etc.
I cold go on and on but that's boring just book it and see for yourself.



Lovely cottage in a stunning location

Review submitted on Sun, 31 Dec 2017
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Thanks a million to Anwen for a wonderful stay in your lovely cottage. Loved the wood burning stoves. And loved the kids learning snooker.



Anwen replied more than 1 year ago
Thank you for taking time to do a review on your stay at Betws Bach. It was lovely to have you and the family stay at the farmhouse and to know that all went well and that the children enjoyed the snooker table. Hope you'll return one day to explore more on our beautiful area - Snowdonia.