Gwel Afon

About this property

Criccieth 1.7 miles. Perched in the charming village of Llanystumdwy near Criccieth, is this superb ground-floor accomodation, Gwel Afon. Enjoying a wonderful location along the banks of the River Dwyfor, which can be heard from your very own private front garden, and within easy reach of Snowdonia National Park, Gwel Afon is the ideal dwelling for a family of four. Be greeted by two off-road parking spaces and a front patio with furniture, the perfect spot for savouring your morning coffee. Step into the open-plan living space, where you can look forward to gathering your loved ones on the plush leather corner sofa to enjoy a family favourite on the Smart TV. Rustle up tasty dishes in the well-equipped kitchen, ready to enjoy at the dining table for four or alfresco in the garden with the tranquil soundtrack of the river. After a day of exploring, you will find two well-appointed bedrooms, double with en-suite shower room, and a bunk room, ideal for the little ones to snuggle up in. From your new accommodation, you can enjoy leisurely strolls along the river, delve into history at the Amgueddfa Lloyd George Museum, or refuel at the welcoming Tafarn Y Plu pub set within a Grade II listed building. Continue onto Criccieth, where you can stock up on essentials at the petrol station, visit the fascinating Castell Criccieth with sweeping sea views, spend a day on the golden sands of two beautiful beaches, or tuck-in to fresh seafood at Dylan’s. From here you can easily access Porthmadog, home to the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway, an excellent golf club and the Black Rock Llamas. Your new accommodation is ideally located for walkers and cyclists with exceptional walks nearby, including the renowned North Wales Coastal Footpath, as well as the Snowdonia National Park, where you can tackle the famous Snowdon Peak. All this and more awaits at Gwel Afon.

Llanystumdwy is a lovely Welsh-speaking community situated between Chwilog and Morfa Bychan. The community is well-known as being the location of the National Writer’s Centre for Wales, and offers a fair selection of attractions, including the Amgueddfa Lloyd George Museum, walks along the Afon Dwyfor, and the Rabbit Farm. Dining options include the friendly Tafarn Y Plu, where you can experience local ales and hearty pub meals in a classic inn set within a Grade II listed structure. Just outside of the town lies Criccieth, where you will find a well-stocked petrol station for picking up essentials, the spectacular Criccieth Castle, Traeth Criccieth, Marine Beach, and the eateries of Swn-y-mor, Poachers Restaurant and Idris Café. Continue onto Porthmadog, where you may experience the wonders of the Welsh Highland Heritage Railway, the Maritime Museum, and Porthmadog Park.

Accommodation

Ground-floor accomodation.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x bunk.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area

Gas central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box.

Smart TV, Echo speaker, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and travel cot available on request.

Off-road parking for 2 cars.

Front garden with patio and furniture.

Sorry no smoking.

Shop 1.5 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 1.7 miles.

Note: This property sleeps four but is a maximum of 2 adults.

Note: There is a step up to the en-suite shower room, please take care.

Note: The bunk room is accessed via the double room.

Note: The owners live on-site.

Note: One small well-behaved dog allowed for a supplement of £20.