House in Porthmadog
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
Garth Cottage offers accommodations in Porthmadog, 29 miles from Bangor Cathedral. The property is around 3 miles from Portmeirion, 18 miles from Snowdon, and 22 miles from Snowdon Mountain Railway.
Amenities at Garth Cottage
Free WiFi/internet
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
WiFi/Internet
Beach access
Garden
Map of Porthmadog
Ratings and reviews
100% verified reviews8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
A lovely little cottage with stunning views across the harbour and out to the mountains. Centrally located, a short walk from the town centre and you can see the steam engines coming in and out of the station!
The house had everything we needed and was well equipped for a short or longer stay. You can tell it's a very much loved family holiday home, which the owners still use. They've thought of everything that a visitor may need, so feels very much like you're staying in someone's home, rather than a typical short stay accommodation venue.
Parking and access was a little problematic on the street. But there is long term paid parking a short walk from the house.
We did have an issue with a faulty smoke alarm and had to resort to taking it down and removing the batteries. We did receive a new unit the very next day while we were out. But it was let on the coffee table and I had to hang it back in the myself.
The fridge was also on its way out and we had to run it on the lowest setting just to make sure things stay cold.
Although it's much loved, it's starting to show it's age and could do with some refreshing in a few areas.
8 / 10Excellent·Sep 2025
Perfect location for a relaxing holiday. Short walk to shops and restaurants, gorgeous views of steam train, the Welsh hills and of the harbour. Car drive or a coastal walk to beautiful beaches and more stunning views. The cottage had everything you need, kitchen facilities were good, air fryer, coffee machine, dishwasher. Lovely shower and big bath to relax in after a day of walking. Plenty of books and board games to keep you busy on a quiet evening in.
WiFi slow at times, dvd player wasn't working.
9 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
We loved Garth Cottage! It is in a perfect location for exploring Porthmadog and Borth-y-Gest. Cosy living room, well kitted out kitchen dining room, comfy beds and beautiful views across the harbour towards Snowdonia. Easy to access the town for food shopping or takeaway, plenty of places close by to eat and great for walking our dog. Fantastic to watch the steam trains come and go at Ffestiniog Railway from the cottage's front terrace. We hope to have a return visit.
The ONLY downside was the leaking outside guttering. We stayed at Garth Cottage during a very wet week of non stop rain. The guttering above the kitchen skylight needs fixing as it overflowed and pounded on to the window. It was very loud!
9 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2025
Views amazing, great location. Well equipped kitchen, (Nespresso machine was great!) both rooms had comfortable beds. Lovely to have outside space with particularly great views from there.
Steps down to front door would be challenging but we were careful. WiFi not too good in second bedroom but not an issue for us.
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"Watching sunrise over Snowdonia was worth getting up early for every day. The elevated from garden gives you uninterrupted views over town to the mountains. You can also watch the little trains as the..."
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