About this property
Resting on the edge of the breath-taking Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, in the wonderful village of Dyffryn Ardudwy, you will find 1 Borthwen Cottages. Ideally situated just a stone's throw away from the coast, this striking character cottage makes the perfect base for a family adventure to North Wales. Step inside this attractive abode and be welcomed into a lovely country kitchen, styled with pretty shaker style cabinets and all the essential appliances such as an impressive electric oven and hob, where you can whip up a hearty home-cooked breakfast to be enjoyed at the charming kitchen table. Gather in the dining room to delight in a more formal group dinner as you feast upon a mouth-watering meal, courtesy of the chef of the group. Afterwards, retire to the warmth of the snug, indulging in a tasty digestif as you stay nice and toasty from the heat of the multi-fuel stove, resting peacefully within the impressive exposed stone fireplace. Cosy up to your loved ones as you settle on the sofa in the sophisticated sitting room and delight in a movie on the flat-screen TV, or curl up into one of the more traditional armchairs and lose yourself in the captivating narrative of a new and exciting book. Venture across the hallway to discover a convenient cloakroom housing a WC, as well as a chic and airy bathroom featuring both a spacious bath with an overhead rainfall shower, perfect for a quiet night indoors as you pamper yourself with a relaxing soak in the tub. Climb the staircase up to the first floor and be greeted by three homely bedrooms, including a king-size, a double and a single, each of which has been decorated with traditional furnishings. Those staying in the stunning king-size will be impressed by the well-hidden walk-in wardrobe, where you can take your time to select your outfit for the day's activities. Make the most of warmer climates as you sit out on the patio, refreshing beverage in hand, or tuck-in to lunch alfresco with a beautifully prepared picnic out on the lawn. Grab your walking boots and head for the doors, as you travel deeper into this magnificent National Park and embark on a scenic hike to the summit of the famous Mount Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Be well rewarded with stupendous views of the countryside, before descending down to the picture-perfect village of Llanberis, home to a number of well-established restaurants overlooking the glistening waters of Llyn Padarn. Spend the day in the former mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog, where you can experience an outdoor adventure like never before, as you swing through imposing slate mines at Zip World. Closer to home lies the soft white sands of Benar Beach, a great place to start an exhilarating hike along the incredible Wales Coast Path, heading North towards the seaside resort of Harlech for a tour of the grand ruins of Harlech Castle. Be sure to stay at 1 Borthwen Cottages for an unforgettable visit to North Wales.
Dyffryn Ardudwy is an charming and traditional Welsh village that can be found resting on the coast in the idyllic Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. Home to a welcoming local pub and a handy convenience store selling all of the house hold essentials, this luscious setting offers the perfect base for a relaxing retreat to the north of Wales. Spend your days basking in the sunshine as you wander along the soft white sands of the local beach, or challenge yourself to a thrilling walk up the imposing Yr Wyddfa (Mount Snowdon), well worth the effort for the stupendous views you'll see along the way!
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Snug with multi-fuel stove
Oil fired central heating with multi-fuel stove.
Electric oven and hob, fridge.
TV and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking available for three cars.
Enclosed back garden with patio and lawn.
One well behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles; pub 1.1 miles; beach 1.5 miles.
Note: Three small internal steps on the ground floor, please be cautious.Note: Pets are not allowed upstairs.
Note: Fire in the dining room is for display purposes only.
Please note: property doesn't have a washing machine, tumble drier or a freezer.
Reviews (7)
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Joanna
It was immaculately clean on our arrival, and really comfortable and quiet. The beds were super-comfortable and the shutters made the rooms really dark, so we all slept really well. The gardens are beautifully maintained and enclosed, so we knew the dog was safe. The gardener came on Friday mornings quite early. There was plenty of hot water and a waterfall shower (bring a shower cap!) over a lovely, deep bath. The lack of washing machine and tumble dryer caused no issues - we stayed for 2 weeks and used the launderette in Barmouth (1 hour to wash and dry clothes for whole family, just take a ten pound note!). The only thing I would ask for is a bin in the bathroom and toilet and more cutlery/crockery, plus some more/bigger cooking pans for those feeding 3 hungry teenagers! The cottage is in a stunning part of Wales, with easy access to beautiful walks and a well-stocked shop very nearby (the meat here was amazing). We loved walking through the woods to the beach (turn left out of the house and left through the woods, then right when you get to the road) to watch the sun set. The ancient burial mound is worth a visit too, as is Zip World, only a 40 minute drive away, and Barmouth and Harlech are only 10 minutes away (Harlech has an amazing ice-cream shop!). Our kids also enjoyed a couple of hours at the amusement arcade at the nearby caravan park. We will definitely return and can thoroughly recommend the cottage and the surrounding area.
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Joanne
Walking distance to everything we needed, beach, shop, play area, football pitch!! We took my mother (late 70s) and 6 yr old grandson. So house was just what we needed. Will be recommending to all!!!
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Heidi
It was quite dusty in some areas, especially the shelving for the leaflets, the white fireplace and tele area and old cobwebs around in the property. The fridge could have been cleaner and was blinking on and off. The bread bin had crumbs etc inside. One towel I used for my hair was full of bugs or something and felt quite hairy itself-but the others were fine. It would have been nice to have the welcome pack mentioned in the pink folder but we didnât. It would have been nice to be able to open the bathroom window and have a blind up for privacy. We had problems not being able to open certain windows or for some having no means to prop them open. It would have been nice to have some washing up liquid-we left the one we bought. There is space for a washing machine and dryer and, with a countertop, a table top freezer could be there too. Had the feeling it was a financial choice not to do so rather than a lack of space. Noticed it is for sale, perhaps that is why, perhaps attention to detail is no longer a priority.