About this property
Caernarfon 3 miles.
A charming detached cottage set in quiet countryside in an elevated position above Caernarfon Bay on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park. This Caernarfon cottage is set within seven acres of meadows and pasture which you are welcome to explore, with the owner's house nearby. At the end of the sweeping drive is Tryfan Junction railway station, where you can join the train on the narrow gauge railway as it steams through stunning countryside between Caernarfon and Porthmadog. This delightful Caernarfon cottage has two bedrooms, both with sloping ceilings, a cosy sitting room and a fitted kitchen with dining table. There are exposed stone walls and beams throughout, adding character and charm to this 18th century Caernarfon cottage. The surrounding gardens and countryside provide peace and tranquillity, with an abundance of wildlife. The picnic table offers an ideal location to enjoy alfresco dining and mesmerising sunsets. There are miles of walking and cycling tracks around this Caernarfon cottage, and a Slate Trail that starts at the bottom of the drive. Snowdonia Riding Stables is nearby which offers pony trekking and for keen walkers, the mountains of Snowdonia are easily accessible, some even on foot. Caernarfon and the beaches along the Menai Straits are just a 15-minute drive away, or you can jump on a train to Porthmadog with its Blue Flag beaches and harbour and spend an afternoon browsing the shops there. The castles of Caernarfon, Conwy and Harlech are all within easy driving distance, as too are the fantastic beaches and coastline of the Llyn Peninsula and Anglesey. This is a fantastic, tranquil Caernarfon cottage in a great location for a family holiday or romantic getaway at any time of the year.
Caernarfon is one of the most historical towns in the United Kingdom: there are few others who can claim to have been continually inhabited since Stone Age times. Evidence of its history is most evident in the famous Caernarfon Castle, which began its construction in 1283 as a fortress, a seat of government and a home for royalty. The town itself is the site of many events and festivals throughout the year, such as the UK Strong Man Competition, the Caernarfon Festival and meetings of the North Wales Automobile Club. The Welsh Highland Railway offers trips through the region, where you can begin to fully appreciate the splendour of the region and you can take a boat out on a fishing trip from the local harbour. The town itself is well-served by restaurants and shops and its close proximity to the local beaches offer the chance to get the best of coast and country.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms with sloping ceilings: 1 x double, 1 x twin (distant sea views).
Ground floor bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Well-equipped kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room.
Electric panel heaters.
Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer in rear porch, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi.
Electricity included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Please bring own beach towels.
Cot, highchair and stairgate by arrangement.
Ample off road parking.
Lockable storage available for bikes, canoes etc.
Open grass garden with coastal views, furniture and BBQ.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1 mile, pub 2 miles.
Note: Limited head height in parts of both bedrooms.
Nearby points of interest
- Caernarfon Castle
- Penrhyn Castle
- National Slate Museum
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
Reviews (29)
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Suzanne
Very nice location to enable a complete getaway Easy distance to historical locations which we were visiting Very quiet and tranquil
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Tim
The owner (Louise) was extremely helpful and did everything possible to make sure we were happy. The cottage itself is very well looked after and equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location is excellent, with plenty to explore within driving distance as well as lots of walks in the immediate area. The Welsh Highland Railway has a stop at the bottom of the drive, but be warned that it is very expensive so make sure your phone the booking office to check prices before you board the train.
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Laura
It is in the middle of nowhere safe and secure, surrounded by stunning scenery but still within and easy car ride of Anglesey, Caernarfon, Llanberis and other places of interest in the area. The space has really been maximised well and was more than adequate for us for the week. The bedrooms are spacious even with the sloping ceilings, the stair gate was in place as we requested, the bathroom space has been used so efficiently and it was great to have a separate bath and shower with young kids, kitchen has every pot, pan and utensil youâd have at home with is a rarity in a holiday cottage, living room is nice and comfortable and the utility space at the back with the washer drier was a god send for us for the kids beach wear! Everywhere was clean and comfortable and even with the wet Welsh weather we were blessed with at times, the cottage was warm and comfortable. The welcome pack provided is detailed and appreciated- itâs lovely to get a bit of history of the cottage and the local area. Louise, the owner, is just next door and came to check in with us on our first day to make sure everything was ok, which we really appreciated and when we had a couple of questions during the week she responded quickly to texts - again much appreciated! Other than that we only saw her down in the horses field from the window; I read in an earlier review that the owner being next door gave a lack of privacy, I have to say we did not feel that at all, she was completely unobtrusive. She did come to say bye as we were leaving and check everything had been ok, again friendly and appreciated- thank you Louise! My girls loved that they could see the sea from their bedroom window and that they could see the horses and goats whilst sitting eating their breakfast - the goats in particular provided them with a few laughs! Highly recommended and we canât wait to come back :)