Guests say
Royal Oak Farm Cottage is highly praised for its peaceful yet central location in Betws-y-Coed, offering guests privacy while being just a short walk from the village amenities. Guests consistently mention the warm and welcoming hosts, comfortable accommodation, and thoughtful touches that make for a relaxing stay. The cottage is well-equipped and ideal for couples seeking a cosy retreat with easy access to beautiful walks and local attractions. While a few guests noted minor issues with dampness and dated décor, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many planning to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, with several specifically praising its cleanliness. However, a small number of reviews mentioned issues such as a musty smell, dampness, and some areas not being as clean as expected, which slightly lowers the score.
The location is universally praised as perfect—quiet, secluded, and yet only a short walk from the centre of Betws-y-Coed and its amenities. Guests appreciate the easy access to walks, attractions, and public transport.
Guests frequently mention the cottage as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with particular praise for the bed. A few minor comments about the sofa and cold wardrobe space were noted, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The cottage is generally described as well-equipped, with good kitchen and laundry facilities. Some guests found the kitchen and bathroom a bit small or dated, and a few mentioned maintenance issues like dampness or a musty smell, but most found everything needed for a pleasant stay.
Many guests appreciated the thoughtful welcome gifts such as scones, cream, jam, and milk, as well as the friendly and helpful hosts. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A cosy stone-built cottage tucked away in a peaceful courtyard position, yet only 5 minutes' walk from the centre of Betws-y-Coed with its shops, pubs and restaurants. Tastefully restored by the owners to offer accommodation of a high standard, Royal Oak Farm Cottage provides a wonderful holiday retreat. The owners live in the nearby farmhouse and personally welcome visitors. A superb base for exploring Snowdonia at any time of year!
Betws-Y-Coed is known as the ‘Gateway to Snowdonia'. Situated in a tranquil and picturesque valley in the Snowdonia National Park, Betws-Y-Coed has served as inspiration for artists since Victorian times, when much of the village was built. However, there is evidence of early Neolithic settlements and it is possible to explore the Neolithic Burial Chamber at Capel Garmon. In fact, the immediate vicinity has been home to the Romans, Anglo-Saxons and Celts and evidence of their tribes, villages and fortresses are to be found throughout the region. The village itself is well served by outdoor activity shops and you can sample traditional Welsh fare such as Welsh rarebit, Glamorgan sausages and bara brith in the inns and pubs that feed walkers and visitors throughout the calendar.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One double bedroom with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Cosy beamed living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area electric fire.
Electric radiators and electric fire in sitting room.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, TV, DVD, WiFi.
All fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Ample off road parking.
Slate patio/sitting area with garden furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops and pubs 5 mins.
Nearby points of interest
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- National Slate Museum
- Welsh Mountain Zoo
Reviews (57)
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Sandra
It was lovely watching all of the birds enjoying the feeder just outside of the door. Everything we needed was provided. Have already booked for next year.
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Andrew
Comfy bed and well equipped kitchen lots of to do within a few mins from the town. And on a good bus route. Their is even ev charging points a couple of minutes away I would highly recommend this little cottage. And the owner is so friendly and helpful
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David
Cottage was well equipped, very quiet even though you are so close to the village. We enjoyed the bird life on the feeder right outside the front door so many different species