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Secluded Cottage in Heart of the Snowdonia National Park

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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HAFOD COTTAGE is nestled in 30 acres of privately owned woodland, offering a secluded retreat amidst nature. With its wooden and slate floors, large wood burning stove, and private garden with outdoor seating area, the cottage exudes warmth and character.

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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

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3 bedroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Secluded Cottage in Heart of the Snowdonia National Park

HAFOD COTTAGE is a large stone cottage nestled in 30 acres of privately owned woodland in the hills above Maentwrog. The cottage has been sympathetically renovated and furnished. It has wooden and slate floors throughout, and a large wood burning stove in the main living area (heats radiators and hot water). It is surrounded by a large area of private garden with a table and benches for eating outside. ACCESS: the cottage is 3/4 mile from the road along a track which is in places steep, narrow and rough. It is passable to all cars (except low slung sports models) and not suitable for unconfident drivers. The railway crossing limits width/length of vehicles to standard transit van measurements. PLEASE CONTACT us if you drive a camper van as it might be too wide or long for the crossing. There are steps down to the cottage.

The cottage is powered by both mains electricity and wind and solar, it is important not to leave lights on unnecessarily. Hot water is heated by electric immersion (switch above the dolls house on the landing) or when you use the wood burning stove.

The surrounding land overlooks the Vale of Ffestiniog, one of the most beautiful and best preserved wooded valleys in Britain. It is an excellent area for walking, bird watching, mountain bike riding and swimming. A swimming lake and Plas Halt request stop of the Ffestiniog Railway are both within easy walking distance.
The picturesque village of Maentwrog with two good pubs is two miles away. The cottage's location 10 miles from the sandy beaches of Harlech to the south, and 10 miles from Snowdon to the north makes it an ideal base for exploring Snowdonia.

DOG OWNERS: we welcome two dogs at Hafod cottage - please bring bedding, towels and make sure your dog does not go on any furniture. IMPORTANT: Your dog must not be left in the cottage unattended.

WOODLAND PASTURE scheme with a few of cows grazing our 30 acres of land is starting in 2020. The hope is to create a more diverse habitat for wildlife at Hafod. You may meet cows on the track. The cottage and parking area is fenced to keep cows out - please keep the gates closed.

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Please put recycling in blue tubs and only put rub
Cottage must be left clean and tidy. Vacuum clea
Some lights are powered by wind/solar - please do

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: please bring bedding and towels

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Secluded Cottage in Heart of the Snowdonia National Park Cottage

About the area

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Blaenau Ffestiniog, WLS

What's nearby

  • Eryri National Park - 12 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Llechwedd Slate Caverns - 18 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways - 18 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Portmeirion Central Piazza - 19 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Portmeirion Sands - 19 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Penrhyndeudraeth Station - 10 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeside cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Allports Fish And Chips - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪On The Lake Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Australia - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪DeNiros Cafe Blaenau Ffestiniog - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Cottage in Heart of the Snowdonia National Park pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Secluded Cottage in Heart of the Snowdonia National Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Cottage in Heart of the Snowdonia National Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Cottage in Heart of the Snowdonia National Park located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Ceunant Llennyrch National Nature Reserve, Eryri National Park and Cae Bryn Coed. Portmeirion Sands and Llyn y Cefn are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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