Garreg Ddu is a highly praised cottage, consistently described as cosy, comfortable, and well-equipped. Guests are delighted by the thoughtful touches from the host, Caroline, and the property's cleanliness and convenient location for exploring North Wales. The cottage's authentic charm and modern amenities contribute to a home-from-home experience that many guests are eager to repeat.
Reviewers consistently mention the cottage's spotless condition and high standard of maintenance, indicating exceptional cleanliness throughout the property.
The property's location is frequently praised for its convenience to local attractions and natural beauty, making it an ideal base for exploring Snowdonia and surrounding areas.
Guests highlight the comfortable beds, cosy log burner, and welcoming atmosphere, suggesting a high level of comfort that enhances the overall experience.
The cottage is described as well-equipped and beautifully furnished, with a well-provisioned kitchen and excellent shower facilities, indicating top-notch facilities and maintenance.
Numerous reviews express gratitude for the thoughtful extras provided by the host, such as welcome packs and treats. While these are greatly appreciated, it is noted that such gestures are at the host's discretion and may vary.
This superb, mid-terrace cottage is situated in the centre of the historic slate mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog, in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. This stone cottage provides a wonderful base for exploring the area with its cycle trails, mountain, forest and coastal walks, lakes, rivers and waterfalls. It's the perfect base for couples, friends or a small family who love the outdoors and nature.Sympathetically refurbished and renovated to an excellent standard, this wonderful cottage is lovingly maintained and well-presented with attention to detail. There is so much charm and character here with exposed stonework throughout and inglenook fireplaces. Contemporary features such as tall radiators, oak doors and a beautiful oak and glass balustrade staircase, all combine with a modern kitchen and bathroom. Original slate floors and atmospheric lighting with an industrial twist conjure up a reminder of a bygone era, so typical of this area. The interior creates a wonderful ambience and a relaxing atmosphere. A spacious and inviting living area welcomes you, with comfy seating for everyone. A wonderful inglenook fireplace houses a lovely wood burning stove, perfect for those chilly evenings, relaxing after the day's activities. A well-appointed dining area is great for both a romantic meal or family breakfast. The modern kitchen is fully fitted with a range of integrated appliances and is pleasingly equipped. The shower room is also conveniently located on the ground floor close to the back door, and has a double walk in shower cubicle with drencher head shower, basin and toilet. Upstairs there are two stylish bedrooms, the main bedroom boasting a king-size bed with a pleasant outlook over rooftops towards the craggy mountain scenery. The smaller, second bedroom has a double bed. Both beds have deep, luxurious mattresses and quality cotton bed linen. There is also a small cloakroom with toilet and wash basin for convenience. The front of the cottage enjoys a sunny aspect. A lovely enclosed patio with garden furniture and planters, provides an ideal spot to enjoy the afternoon/evening sunshine. A secure gate to the rear yard provides direct access from a road, and a locked shed within the yard provides ideal storage for bikes and other outdoor equipment. There is also an outdoor tap at the rear of the property. Just across from the cottage is Cellb, which is situated in the old county police station and courthouse, this is a small screen cinema which seats 50 people. A short stroll from the cottage and you are in the town centre, offering a variety of shops, tea rooms, pubs and eateries. The famous Ffestiniog-Porthmadog Steam Railway starts its journey less than a 10 minute walk away, and for the more adventurous of you there is ZipWorld Titan, Zip Caverns and Bounce Below. The area is also very popular with mountain bikers, Antur Stiniog downhills trails are just 5 minutes away in the car. Within a 15 minute drive are the famous Coed-y-Brenin and Betws-y-Coed mountain bike trails. The coastal towns of Harlech and Criccieth, with their medieval castles, wonderful sandy beaches and hidden coves, and the Italianate village and gardens of Portmeirion are all within a 30 minute drive. For nature lovers, the immediate area also boosts a diverse selection of Britain's finest National Nature Reserves and protected sites. With Snowdonia on the doorstep, and Anglesey and the Llyn Peninsula within easy reach, this is a perfect base for all to enjoy, whatever the time of year.
The historic slate town of Blaenau Ffestiniog is situated in a superb, central position for exploring the Snowdonia National Park, and has a good selection of amenities. The main local attractions include the slate mines where visitors can take fascinating underground trips to see mining as it was done in days gone by - and the famous narrow gauge Ffestiniog mountain railway which runs for 13 miles through the Snowdonia National Park to the harbour town of Porthmadog. Many glorious local beaches, suitable for children, are within easy driving distance.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double.
Ground floor shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC.
First floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with woodburning stove and dining area.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Smart TV with Freeview and Netflix, DVD player, WiFi, DVD's selection of books and games.
All fuel and power included in rent.
One complimentary basket of fuel for the wood burning stove.
Bed linen & towels included in rent.
Roadside parking and additional layby available on a first come, first served basis.
Front patio with seating, enclosed rear yard.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (downstairs only), additional dogs by prior arrangement.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops, pubs and restaurants 1 min walk.
Please contact the owner prior to your arrival for use of the shed.
Note: Minimum stay of 3 nights.
Ian
The property was spotless and excellently maintained throughout. The kitchen was well equipped with everything needed for a self catered stay. A nice touch was the Welcome Pack We met Caroline(Property Owner) on arrival who gave us a warm welcome. The property is ideally situated to visit many of the Snowdonia National Park attractions We will certainly return when we next visit North Wales
Sylvia
The accommodation was fabulous and the owner thought of everything to made our stay perfect, cannot recommend this too highly. The location was spot on to visit surrounding areaâs and close to some beautiful beaches. Definitely would return.
Denise
Having just retired this was the perfect getaway, we loved the exposed slate walls, inviting wood burner (not needed on this visit) and the enclosed garden for the dog. The beds are comfy with top end bedding and towels provided. Thank you for the welcome tray and treats. The cottage is an ideal base to explore the beautiful Welsh mountains, valleys and scenery where we met friendly walkers and lots of other dogs on our days out. You are never far from the coastline either so something for everyone. Thank you Caroline!
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