Penygroes 1.3 miles. Dowlais is a pet-friendly, conventional cottage situated in the rural outskirts of Llanllyfni, Gwynedd. This family-friendly property boasts gorgeous countryside views, electric fire, and enclosed garden – with private driveway parking for one car, Dowlais is idyllic for a family and two polite pets on a peaceful escape to Gwynedd. Step into your new haven after a scenic stroll up Snowdon’s famous landscape. Shake off your shoes to toast your toes by an electric fire in the sitting room as you relax into the sofa with a film on the TV. Whip up a delicious dinner in the kitchen/diner, with help from an electric oven, induction hob, microwave, and fridge with ice box, then tuck in at an intimate dining table for three. When the sun follows you home, why not dine alfresco in the enclosed garden as your pups play on the lawn? When evening approaches, wash off the day in a shower room, before jumping into a king-size or single bed in the family bedroom and drifting off to window-framed country views of tomorrow’s adventures. For a peaceful getaway in Gwynedd, book a stay at Dowlais. Note: This property can be booked with Ref 1168960, together sleeping up to 10 guests.

The lovely quiet village of Penygroes is situated around six miles from the historic castle town of Caernarfon, bordering the Snowdonia National Park with beautiful scenic walks and mountain views easily accessible. A good selection of shops, cafes and pubs are available in the village and the wider local area is full of restaurants and activities such as golfing, swimming, tennis, surfing and horse riding to name but a few. Plas Dinas Country House is also nearby, which is home to some great history as well as The Gun Room restaurant. The beaches on Anglesey and the Llyn Peninsula can be reached in about half an hour, while the beach at Dinas Dinlle is just a 10-minute drive away. Nearby, Caernarfon is home to Caernarfon Castle, which is well worth a visit, with further shops and cafes available, as well as steam train trips. Portmeirion is also a short distance away, featured in the TV series ‘The Prisoner’. Just 8 miles away is the Welsh Heritage centre which has a licensed cafe at Nant Nwrtheyrn with magnificent sea views from it's decked dining area. Beddgelert is a very attractive village, surrounded by the beautiful Snowdonia National Park, with a fabulous arts and craft shop, and several pubs. Well worth a visit if you are in the area.

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