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Lovely harbour-side apartment with wonderful views
Beautiful ground floor apartment with fabulous views of Snowdonia and Glaslyn estuary. Garden is adjacent to Porthmadog Harbour. The sitting room looks directly onto the Harbour where you can watch the boats, trains, bird life and ever changing sea and sky. The property is on the Welsh Coastal Path. There is a free numbered parking space outside the apartment. It is in a very quiet spot, but also very close (walking distance) to shops, cafes and pubs and the Ffestiniog steam railway station.

Borth-y-Gest, quirky cottage close to coastal path
Hen Gegin is a recently renovated 18th century “out kitchen” to our main farmhouse. The cottage is ideal for a couple, is separate from our house and completely self contained with a space for parking right outside on our drive. The area is quiet and very beautiful with only a short walk to the beautiful beaches of Borth-y-Gest and Morfa Bychan. Situated between Snowdonia (Eryri) and the Llyn peninsula there is so much to explore in the area. EV charging available, please contact us for charges

Welsh holiday Home with sea and Mountain views
Relax and recharge in our bright two bedroom holiday home in Porthmadog with breathtaking sea, estuary and Mountain Views! Perfectly located just a short walk from the town centre, harbour, beaches and the famous Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland steam railways. Snowdonia National Park is only 10 minutes away and the beautiful Italian-style village of Portmeirion is close by. Enjoy stunning views from the balcony out towards Harlech castle and the mountains. A great base to explore North Wales.

Ara Cabin - Llain
Set on a family farm, the cabin is a peaceful luxurious retreat with spectacular views of Snowdonia and Cardigan Bay. Cattle graze in open pastures all around. The faint sound of the stream running in the distance that you can wonder down to through the ancient woodland. Enjoy views from Snowdon down the Welsh coast from a king size bed. The warm glow from the fire flickering on the pillow. The large rainfall shower and warmth underfoot from underfloor heating perfect on a cold evening.

Holiday let near Porthmadog, cosy all year round.
A newly renovated self contained holiday let with 2 bedrooms, 1 x double, 1 x king (will split into 2 x singles). Kitchen and spacious lounge/dining room. Bathroom with shower. Outside private decking area, and car parking spaces. Adjacent to Porthmadog Golf Club and only 10mins walk from Black Rock Sands beach. 2 miles from Porthmadog town centre with its scenic harbour, steam railway, and numerous shops and restaurants. Close to Portmeirion and the attractions of Snowdonia Nat. Park.

Harbour view 1 bedroom Porthmadog apartment
A cosy ground floor apartment with breathtaking views of the sea and harbour. Lovely views of boats coming and going and sea birds. If you're lucky you might see an otter or seal! Walking distance from Ffestiniog Steam Railway Station and Porthmadog centre, with its many cafes and shops. Beaches, castles, Portmeirion, Beddgelert and the wider Snowdonia National Park are all nearby. The apartment is perfect for a couple or a single traveller.

THE HEART OF SNOWDONIA BEACHES & MOUNTAINS
A warm and homely, holiday home in the heart of Snowdonia, Porthmadog is a picturesque sea side Town, only short stroll to all amenities, the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railways, which can be seen going past several times a day, Moelwyn is in a quiet area, only 3 min walk to shops, pubs, restaurants and harbour, only 5 min drive to beautiful beaches, car not essential, public transport 3 min walk away, Train links to London Euston etc,

Y Bwthyn Bach
Take it easy at this cosy getaway. A charming little cottage opposite the river Afon Erch with just a short walk to Glan y Don beach and marina. A beautiful spot with stunning views towards Snowdonia. Enjoy the stroll along a quiet stretch of sand approximately 3 miles long, described as one of the llyn peninsula's best kept secrets. A fabulous spot to explore the many treasures of the peninsula.

'Snowdon Wharf' - Cosy Hideaway
Modern, light, bright 'Upside down' house. High-speed wifi. Price reflects the magnificent, ever-changing estuary views. Facilities at the house are based on a couple sharing but there are bunks which can be made up. Balcony overlooks the Dwyryd Estuary and Ffestiniog railway. Porthmadog - something for everyone - mountain walks, seaside, shopping or a base for the Lleyn Peninsula.

Cosy quaint Cottage, Porthmadog
2 Bodawen lodge is a cosy cottage , set within easy walking distance of Porthmadog and Tremadog. And with good link to Beddgelert , Black rock beach , Criccieth and the Snowdonia national park. There is a children’s playground about 200 yards away across the road. 2 Bodwen can hold 4 guests and this is to include any infants or children.

Stylish cottage with magnificent sea views
Rated 5* by Visit Wales, a luxury 2 bedroomed detached holiday cottage with mesmerising sea views. The cottage has an elegant and cosy feel and is the perfect base to explore Borth-y-Gest and superb Snowdonia. From it’s elevated position the cottage enjoys unrivalled sea and mountain views and is nestled within ancient woodland.

Stunning Harbourview Apartment - Porthmadog!
A beautiful newly renovated top floor apartment,light & spacious with stunning harbour views. Walking distance to Porthmadog town & Borth y Gest and a short drive to Blackrock sands or Portmerion. The duplex apartment is set over two floors and benefits from stunning views over the Harbour stretching as far as Harlech castle.
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Quick stats about holiday rentals in Porthmadog
Total rentals
110 properties
Nightly prices starting at
£37 before taxes and fees
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5.8K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
90 properties are a good fit for families
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60 properties allow pets
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20 properties have a dedicated workspace
Your guide to Porthmadog
Welcome to Porthmadog
A tiny harbour town crisscrossed with narrow-gauge railways, Porthmadog is a pretty coastal hub in Snowdonia National Park. Two rivers, the Afon Glaslyn and Afon Dwyryd, meet in its striking square bay, formed by the building of the Cob, a Victorian dam and embankment. Cars and steam locomotives still roll by on top of it today. Three heritage train journeys begin here. The first is on the dramatic Ffestiniog Railway, travelling 13.5 miles from the harbour to the historic mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog. The second is on the Welsh Highland service to Caernarfon with its huge medieval fortress. The third, on the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway, is only a mile to Pen-y-Mount, but stops at a lovely visitor centre and museum at Gelert’s Farm Halt, with a miniature railway for kids if you haven’t had enough rail.
Lots of cafes, coffee shops, and restaurants pepper the high street, and there are also great beaches nearby. Porthmadog is also within 10 minutes’ drive of the striking towns of Criccieth and Portmeirion, and 15 from the castle town of Harlech.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Porthmadog
Porthmadog is often one of the hottest places in Wales in the summer, so no wonder it becomes busy. This is because of its harbour position, which protects it from any chilly northeastern winds, as well as sea breezes from Cardigan Bay. If you’re in town for the heritage trains, come to town between March and October, although check the railway websites for up-to-date departure details. Spring and autumn are also good seasons to come here if you’re up for adventurous walks in the national park. If you’re keen on exploring the lovely, surrounding towns by car or by train (the Cambrian Line has many stops on this part of the route) this will work all year round, but do remember your warmest coats and wet weather gear.
Top things to do in Porthmadog
The stunning rail journey to Caernarfon
If you can manage the time, take the 25-mile journey from Porthmadog Harbour to Caernarfon, passing through some of the most breathtaking landscapes in Wales. It stops at the pretty village of Beddgelert, famous for its folk tale about the faithful dog of the last prince of Wales, and runs along the dramatic Aberglaslyn Pass and the edge of the beautiful Llyn Cwellyn reservoir.
Black Rock Sands
In summer, you couldn’t get any better than Black Rock Sands, although the name is confusing. A broad, golden beach greets you here, with multicoloured rocks on the headland. You can bring your car straight onto the beach here, an atypical opportunity, which makes these sands popular with watersports lovers and motorboat fans. Families will also love the convenience and the amount of space here to spread out, as well as small caves and rockpools to explore, which emerge at low tide.
Portmeirion
Just across the harbour and only three miles away is this magical, Italianate-style village, built in the mid-20th century by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis. Based on the fishing village of Portofino, it’s an extraordinary place, with older structures incorporated into brightly coloured, flamboyant buildings.
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