Borth y Gest lies on the edge of river Glaslyn, to the south-west of Porthmadog and its Cob Embankment (NPRN 34165). It is overlooked by the rocky hill of Moel-y-Gest. Borth y Gest is characterised by neat rows of Victorian houses above a small bay where boats are moored.

T. Driver, RCAHMW, 29th April 2009.