Cottage in North Wales

About this property

Two properties, a farmhouse and barn, offer spacious accommodation for friends, family, and the dog, to retreat to unspoilt countryside in Eryri/Snowdonia National Park. Set in 690 acres of private land with a stream, lake, woodlands and a mountain to explore. The property is perfect for enjoying scenic walks, cycling, swimming as well as more challenging outdoor pursuits such as climbing and hiking. It s located 1 mile from Dinas Mawddwy, which has a pub and a shop. Within 15 miles visit historic Dolgellau, Machynlleth with its weekly market and Centre of Alternative Technology, and Barmouth boasting a wide sandy beach and traditional seaside activities. This is a truly unique location with so much to see and do. Perfectly tailored for family and friends, these two charming properties are brimming with character and have ample space for socialising together. The barn, awarded sensitive conservation of a building by the Campaign for the Preservation of Rural Wales, acts as a hub for all those special times you ll be spending together. Walk into the lounge/kitchen/diner with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams complete with a dining table with enough seating for your entire party. The contemporary kitchen has been designed as a sociable space with all the equipment you need and lovely views from the window over the grounds. After dinner, the table is perfect to play board games or settle down on the comfortable sofas, catch up on each other s news and select a book or DVD from the library. Remember to bring your laptop as there is not a TV. When ready for bed there are two bedrooms to choose from, the double four poster along the corridor, or the quirky double up in the attic bedroom with sloping roof. There is also a spacious, stylish bathroom downstairs. Adjacent to this property is the delightful farmhouse with feature stone whitewashed walls, period features and cosy rooms. Relax in the lounge with open fire and comfortable sofas, the dining room is perfect for a smaller gatherings alongside the separate galley traditional kitchen to rustle up a meal. Up the wooden stairs there is the double four poster bedroom, a double bedroom and two single beds on the large landing. Every room has lovely views to wake up to. Enjoy a leisurely start to your day relaxing in the bathroom prior to heading over to the barn for a hearty breakfast with everyone planning your day s activities. Explore the 690 acres of private grounds with patio areas near the barn and house with table, chairs and charcoal BBQ. Walk over the stream into the woodlands, enjoy the tree swing, waterfalls and a mountain with the highest lake in Wales at the summit! Light the fire pit to make the most of the evenings and stargazing. The old bakehouse is a dry store for your bicycles Need to know: 4 bedrooms 1 four poster double and 1 double, 1 further four poster double, 1 double and 2 single beds on the landing in adjacent property. 2 bathrooms 1 bathroom with bath and WC, and 1 bathroom with bath and WC in adjacent property. 2 kitchens electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. In adjacent property electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and washing machine. Travel cot and highchair available. 1 open fire, logs provided. Grounds of 690 acres, stream, lake, woodlands and mountain. Paved patios with table, chairs, charcoal BBQ and fire pit. Ample private parking at the property. Bike store. Pub and shop 1 mile, beach 15 miles. Please note accommodation is made up of two properties. Please note you will need a cross a ford to reach the property which is not suitable for sports car.

Accommodation

Waterside views, Internet access, Fishing onsite / nearby, Family friendly, Quirky, Cottage, Yes, Yes, Yes, Yes