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Hilston

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Dyserth, North Wales & Snowdonia Show on map

4.6

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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  • lovely (6)
  • location (6)
  • cottage (5)
  • stay (4)
  • great (3)
  • comfortable (3)

8 Customer Reviews

  • "Perfect little cottage."

    Great location, beautiful garden with amazing views. Owner was very friendly and communicated well. Cottage is well equipped. Comfy beds.

    It is such a boost for us to receive such complimentary feedback. Was lovely chatting with you and sharing mutual interests. Thank you so much Property Owner

    Reviewed by Jillian5.0Oct 2024

  • "Very cozy and comfortable and in a nice location"

    Thank you for your positive feedback. Much appreciated. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0Sep 2024

  • "Lovely property nice location."

    Parking was an issue though. Ohh and I didn’t log out of Netflix if you could ask the homeowner to log me out please.

    Thanks for your kind review & for booking my UK home, Hilston. I’ll ask my cleaning company to log you out. I’m a tad too far away at the moment to do it - I live in Greece :) Property Owner

    Reviewed by Mark5.0Aug 2024

  • "Comfortable cottage."

    Everything that I needed. Lovely garden. I had a very relaxing stay. Only downside was not realising the cottage was in the middle of a steep hill with parking at top or bottom of the hill. I found it hard carrying luggage and shopping from the car.

    Thank you Cheryl for your review. It’s good to hear you had a very relaxing stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Cheryl5.0Sep 2023

  • "The property is in a lovely location and was perfect for us to explore North Wales with our two young children."

    The cottage itself is pretty and it was nice and clean as we arrived but we discovered just a few things that were missing/lacking in order to make our stay perfect. We had planned to cook our own meals for a couple of the nights we were there (specifically one pot meals as they’re easier for us as a family) however, there was nothing to actually do the cooking in - Pyrex dishes etc. The 2 frying pans that were available were both small and not big enough to cook for a family of 4 so we ended up with takeaways and wasting food. (Also, being particularly picky, no Prosecco or Pint glasses to enjoy a beverage.) Of an evening, the cottage got quite chilly but there was no option for us to put the heating on as this was automatic/we weren’t allowed to touch it and there was also no fuel for the fire for us to use - we ended up cuddled up under a blanket. On the first night we locked the back door and once we tried to open it in the morning, the lock was so stiff that we could not work it. For love nor money, that back door would not open. We tried every morning and night but to no avail until finally, on the morning of our departure, we managed to get it open with some kind of magic touch. This meant we had 3 full days with all of our rubbish in the kitchen, nowhere to dry our wet towels or washing and no use of the outdoor space which was a shame as this was one of the main reasons we booked the cottage as our 2 young children love playing outside. Overall a cosy cottage but it didn’t quite live up to expectations for us.

    Constructive feedback is something we welcome, helping us to improve our guest experience. Hilston provides a full set of saucepans plus stemmed wine glasses and large tumblers. It is unfortunate you didn’t find these a substitute for items you highlight as missing/lacking. This is our first year letting as a holiday cottage so we weren’t quite sure to what extent of required, rather than necessary, utensils and equipment our guests would use. Taking your comment on board we now supply a slow cooker plus Pyrex oven wear in the hope of offering a varied cooking solution to future guests. The heating is controlled via a Hive. As mentioned in the Welcome Information folder, ‘if using this manually please do not exceed 20 degrees as heating is electrically powered’. The hive is in position in the lounge and accessible to all for manual use should the need be. I sympathise with the frustration the back door lock must have caused you. Especially not being able to open it until you last day. All I can say is I do wish, during your stay, you had contacted me, or Sykes Cottages, to raise these issues. This would have given us the chance to rectify matters where we could, manage your expectations, plus most importantly the opportunity of making your stay a more comfortable and enjoyable one. Regards Gail Property Owner

    Reviewed by Katie3.4Aug 2023

  • "Great cottage."

    Excellent location. Comfy beds. Had a lovely weekend with family.

    Thank you so much for this great feedback. Such a reward to hear you and your family had a lovely time there Property Owner

    Reviewed by Peter5.0Aug 2023

  • "A lovely little cottage in an ideal location for walking and very close to the waterfall."

    We really appreciated the tea, coffee, sugar and milk left for us, other properties haven’t provided this and it was great to be able to make a cuppa on our arrival. Our taste must be very similar to the owner’s, as we loved the bee decor etc. We had everything that we needed for a comfortable stay, just a shame that the wet weather meant that we couldn’t spend as much time in the garden as we would’ve liked.

    Thank you for you kind words and positive feedback. So pleased you enjoyed Hilston and your time there. Oh and your reference to the Bee deco - love it! Best regards Gail Property Owner

    Reviewed by Rachel4.4Jul 2023

  • "Lovely stay."

    Recommend Hilston for couples.

    Reviewed by Natalie4.1May 2023

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room with woodburning stove
  • Electric heating with combi-boiler
  • Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, slimline dishwasher, washing machine
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • 1 small well-behaved dog allowed
  • Free public car park nearby
  • Split level garden with patio with furniture and lawn with decking, AstroTurf, and furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 miles, river 0.1 miles
  • Note: Steep stairs, please supervise children
  • Note: Low doorway into kitchen
  • Note: This property has external CCTV
  • Note: Low ceiling on staircase
  • Note: Due to steep stairs and split level garden, this property may not be suitable for those with mobility issues

The property

A beautiful stone-built cottage resting in the quaint town of Dyserth, Denbighshire, Hilston is a fantastic base for a family looking to explore the coast and countryside of Wales.

Be welcomed by this picturesque mid-terrace cottage, shrouded in colourful shrubs and with the sound of the waterfall in the background.

Enter into a homely sitting/dining room, ideal for warming yourself beside the woodburning stove, and the kitchen has plenty of amenities to assist with heart-warming meals.

There are two bedrooms within this property, including a double with storage and a twin, and a bathroom where you can shake the sand from your hair in the shower or enjoy a warm soak amongst the bubbles.

Outside, the garden is simply delightful, with a patio right outside the property, leading on to a raised garden outlined with flowering shrubs and sporting a turf and decking area with outdoor sofas, ideal or relaxing with a glass of your favourite beverage in an evening with views over the local scenery.

Right on your doorstep you will see the picturesque Rhaeadr Dyserth Waterfall. Not only can you step just outside to see this beautiful 70ft Waterfall, but you can even hear the calming sound of the water from the garden itself. There is a heritage trail that leads to breathtaking views from the very top.

If you love to explore, the original caves still remain from the mining days and are also accessible but remember to bring your torch! The falls and its entire surrounding location really are an area of outstanding natural beauty, whether you have 10 minutes spare to grab an ice-cream from the entrance and admire from afar, or if you want to fully explore everything the falls has to offer, you won't be disappointed . There are charming local pubs and places to grab some delicious food, as well as a convenience store with late night openings and butchers where you can stock up on the essentials. For scenic walks along the hillside and past the old quarry remains, The Dyserth to Prestatyn walk way passes through the centre of St. Melyd Golf Club.

A 9 hole course in the village of Meliden less than 2 miles away, and there is also a large golf course in Prestatyn where you can try out your skills.

Prestatyn sports a large sandy beach and many cafes and shops, walks through Coed Bell and from here you can find Rhyl beach and Talacre which also has a famous lighthouse.

Further from the property you can discover amazing wildlife at the Welsh Mountain Zoo, take the coastal path across Angel Bay and visit Llandudno with its famous pier, Little Orme and Big Orme walks, and of course, the Cable Car rides and ski and snowboard centre.

A day out at Conwy allows you to visit the fascinating Conwy Castle and the local RSPB nature reserve, and beyond here you can visit Anglesey.

All of this and more with a stay at the picturesque Hilston.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

DYSERTH

Prestatyn 4 miles.

Dyserth is close to the lovely North Wales coast, four miles from the seaside town of Prestatyn. This pretty little village was mentioned in the Domesday book of 1086 and has ancient castle ruins, a stunning waterfall with quaint tea rooms next to it, two pubs both serving food and the Parish church of St Bridget with superb stained glass windows. There is easy access to lovely local walks including Offa’s Dyke Path, Gop Hill, Allt Y Craig and Golden Grove, where you can enjoy the fantastic scenery and vistas of the local area. Prestatyn, whose Blue Flag beach provides miles of golden sand, is ideal for bathing, water sports and fishing. The perfect base for touring the beautiful Snowdonia National Park, the Clwydian Hill Range, Victorian Llandudno, the Welsh Mountain Zoo or historic Chester with its wonderful shops and architecture. A fantastic area from which to explore the local countryside and amenities on offer along this North Wales coastline.

Note: Steep stairs, please supervise children. Note: Low door into kitchen. Note: The garden gate opens directly onto the road Note: due to steep stairs and split level garden, this property is not suitable for those with mobility issues

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas