Guests say
No 1 Railway Cottages in Betws-y-Coed is highly praised for its cosy atmosphere, excellent central location, and thoughtful touches from the owners. Guests appreciate the proximity to shops, cafes, and the railway, as well as the comfortable and well-equipped interior. Many mention the cottage as a perfect base for exploring North Wales. While a few guests noted minor maintenance issues and occasional noise from trains, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many planning to return.
Most guests found the cottage spotlessly clean and well-presented, with only a few mentioning areas needing a deeper clean or attention to dust and damp. The majority of reviews highlight high standards of cleanliness.
The location is universally praised for its convenience to the village centre, railway, and local attractions. Some mention train noise, but most see it as adding to the charm rather than a drawback.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, warm, and spacious, with several positive comments about the beds and living areas. However, a few reviews mention soft or tired mattresses and sofas, which affected sleep for some.
The cottage is described as well-equipped with everything needed for a pleasant stay, including private parking and a patio. Some minor issues were noted, such as occasional maintenance needs (e.g., shower, mattresses, WiFi), but these did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as fresh flowers, milk, and Welsh cakes on arrival. While these gestures are frequently mentioned, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A cosy end-terrace cottage just moments from the amenities of the popular village of Betws-y-Coed in the heart of the beautiful Snowdonia National Park. This cottage has been decorated and furnished with care and attention to offer well-equipped, quality accommodation in a superb location for all Betws-y-Coed has to offer. There is a spacious living area with doors to the patio, ideal for an evening drink, three comfortable bedrooms and even a separate lawned garden, just a few yards away. The village amenities are a few minutes' walk, including shops, pubs and tea rooms, while the Tree Top Adventure High Ropes Course is within walking distance. The pretty market town of Llanrwst is 4 miles away and offers a leisure centre with swimming pool. Just a few minutes north is the Marin Mountain Bike Trail, while the whole area is superb for walking and climbing. The coast, mountains, NT properties and much more can all be reached from this cottage, which makes a superb base all year round.
The ever-popular village of Betws-y-Coed sits in the heart of the stunning Snowdonia National Park, and offers visitors a selection of craft and outdoor shops, as well as cafes and restaurants. The village is also home to the Woodland High Rope Activity Centre, and even has its own railway station with a museum, miniature railway, shop and restaurant. The nearby River Conwy is well known for the quality of its fishing and also hides river pools, frothing waterfalls and bridges that are many hundreds of years old. In addition to the stunning countryside that surrounds Betws-Y-Coed, there are a number of National Trust properties just a short drive away.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with breakfast bar.
Utility with WC.
Dining table is extendable.
Sitting room with electric woodburner-effect stove, dining area and doors to patio.
Gas central heating with electric stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, Smart TV with basic Sky, radio/CD, WiFi, selection of books, games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Lockable bike shed.
Terraced patio with furniture overlooking railway, lawned garden (50 yards from cottage).
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 1 min walk, pub 3 mins walk.
Note: The railway runs adjacent to this cottage, with approximately 6 trains per day passing in both directions.
Note: Please contact us to confirm any short break bookings for summer weeks
Nearby points of interest
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- National Slate Museum
- Welsh Mountain Zoo
Reviews (43)
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Sharon
Cottage itself brilliant base for trains to Llandudno, and bus stop just outside , if your into trains you are quite close to the railway line but as its only two units that go up and down the line not a noise problem . The cottage has everything you need to have a great stay, on entry there is WC a washing machine wash basin into the living room has couple of sofas , tv , wifi that worked well ,in the kitchen the equipment worked faultlessly . Upstairs bedrooms were all ok but as I like to sleep on a super hard bed the mattress was a touch soft for my taste . The bathroom is a good size and has a bath/shower again all worked as it should . The outside area was nice with table and chairs ,wildlife seen out there squirrels , birds, rabbits, heard owls too. So taking price into account must say you cant go wrong with this cottage , will definitely want to book this one again in the future.
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Andrew
Larger TV and internet needs looking at as buffering on TV perhaps better location not a big problem just keep children happy overall good property for price very good location parking a big bonus used train to get about really enjoyed our stay welcome pack apriciated thank you
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Chris
Bed linen and towels were immaculate. Cottage and its surroundings are in a beautiful location, love the trains going by. Grateful for the help we received with the DVD player Highly recommend, will be returning!