Snaptrip says
Glan William is a well-received cottage in North Wales, praised for its cleanliness, stylish furnishings, and well-equipped amenities. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches by the owners and the property's convenient location for exploring Snowdonia. Despite minor suggestions for improvements and a temporary issue with the local pub, the cottage's charm and comfort have led to repeat visits and high recommendations.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The cottage is consistently described as immaculately clean, with multiple reviews highlighting its spotless condition. This suggests a high standard of cleanliness maintained by the owners.
The location is frequently praised for its beauty and convenience for exploring the surrounding area, including Snowdonia. The proximity to a train station and walks from the cottage are appreciated, although the temporary closure of the local pub was noted.
The cottage is generally regarded as comfortable, with a special mention of a comfortable bed. However, one review mentioned an uncomfortable double bed, which slightly lowers the score.
Facilities are well-regarded, with the cottage being described as well-equipped and luxurious. The mention of steep stairs without handrails on both sides indicates a potential area for improvement in safety features.
Guests have noted the thoughtful gestures of the owners, such as a welcome bundle and kitchen essentials. While these gifts are warmly received, it is important to note that such personal touches, although likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Glan William, a terrace holiday home and perfect blend of character and contemporary, in the charming village of Dolwyddelan, Conwy. Convenient roadside parking is available and the nearby village amenities will provide you with everything you need during your stay, while inside, a wealth of home comforts makes a self-catering stay a breeze. Enter Glan William and be welcomed by a homely atmosphere; step into the open-plan living space, where you can settle down in the sitting area and warm yourself up in front of the woodburning stove or cook up a delicious feast in the kitchen and enjoy it at the dining table for four. When you’re ready to retire for the night, two bedrooms are available; the double is perfectly appointed, and the twin bedroom is ideal for children or adults sharing. After a long day, the bathroom with its bath and walk-in shower, invites you to unwind with a long soak, or a quick freshen up before heading back out for a pub dinner. Completing the interior is a utility room, providing a useful space for refreshing your holiday essentials. In the mornings when you wake, savour your coffee at the breakfast bar with seating for three guests, or head outside to the courtyard for a cuppa in the fresh air. Take a step outside and explore the village of Dolwyddelan, where you can experience a host of local attractions, from the medieval Dolwyddelan Castle to the stunning Wrysgan Slate Quarry. If you’re looking for a day of outdoor adventure, you could explore the nearby Eyri (Snowdonia) National Park where you can take part in activities such as hiking and climbing or take a trip to the quaint market town of Betws-y-Coed, surrounded by the beauty of the Yr Wyddfa (Snowdonia) Foothills. Further afield, there’s the beautiful slate village of Blaenau Ffestiniog with its unique attractions, including the famous Llechwedd Slate Caverns. Head to the nearby coastal town of Porthmadog for beach days and a variety of shops and eateries. Glan William provides the perfect opportunity to explore the best of North Wales and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Situated in the beautiful Lledr Valley at the foot of Moel Siabod in the Snowdonia National Park, just 6 miles from the popular tourist centre of Betws-y-Coed, the pretty village of Dolwyddelan is an ideal location from which to explore the whole of this spectacular mountain region. The village has a church dating to around 1500, whilst on the outskirts of the village is the 13th century Dolwyddelan Castle, which boasts magnificent views from its battlements. There are numerous walks in the mountains and the Gwydyr Forest and the railway line along the valley makes it possible to combine a walk one way with a return by train. The Afon Lledr is noted for sea trout and salmon fishing, and visiting golfers are welcome at the 9-hole course at Betws-y-Coed. Dolwyddelan village has a late-opening general store and two pubs serving bar meals, whilst within 8 miles, Betws-y-Coed, Blaenau Ffestiniog and Llanrwst offer a wide range of amenities.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Utility.
Downstairs WC and shower room
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
TV and WiFi.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking available.
Rear courtyard.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile
Nearby points of interest
- National Slate Museum
- Zip World Penrhyn Quarry
- Snowdonia National Park
Reviews (11)
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Ian
It was situated in very picturesque countryside near to a railway station & shop with good road links. The village pub is undergoing a complete refurbishment, so is not open at present, which was disappointing. The only complaint we have is that the double bed was extremely uncomfortable! This is such an important part of a holiday & would certainly influence our decision to return.
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Derek
We really enjoyed our stay here and we cannot think of anything that we would wish to complain about. Would stay again in a flash, but as we are in the process of selling our house and moving, we are unsure of when that may be!
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Maria
The cottage is renovated to a high spec, very cosy, well-equipped and has ample room for parking in front. The shower room on the ground floor is an extra plus, in our case allowing one bathroom per couple. We were very lucky with the weather (so the locals kept telling us;-) and we made good use of the lovely patio with fold-away doors to the kitchen. The cottage lies on the way to the village school, so the double room gets some noise in the morning. Alas, the local pub Y Gwydyr was temporarily closed for renovation, but that was about the only drawback of our stay. Room for improvement? The only thing we can think of is the addition of a hairdryer..;-)