Bron Olau, Maentwrog
Bron Olau is a charming semi-detached cottage in the hamlet of Rhyd y Sarn halfway between Maentrwog and Blaenau Ffestiniog in North Wales. The cottage can sleep two people in one double bedroom. There is a bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. There is a kitchen, sitting room with a dining area and a woodburning stove. There is a spacious sun/boot room. Outside there is an enclosed front patio with furniture and a lawned garden with furniture. Two well behaved dogs are welcome and there is off road parking on a first come first served basis. Everything is within easy reach of this homely cottage Bron Olau, which can be enjoyed any time of the year.
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- Max. Occupancy 2
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1
- Changeover Saturday
- Pets Allowed
- Towels Provided
- Linen Provided
- Cooker
- Fridge
- Washing Machine
- Television
- Kettle
- Garden
- Enclosed Garden
- Log Burner
- Fishing Available
- Wifi
- Rural Location
Accommodation Details
One kingsize bedroom with Smart TV. Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove. Boot/Sun room.
Maentwrog 2.2 miles. This charming semi-detached cottage is neatly tucked away and nestled amongst some lovely woodland and scenery. Situated in an elevated position in a semi-rural location in the little hamlet, known as Rhyd y Sarn, which is almost half-way between the pretty little village of Maentrwog and the larger historic slate mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog. There is no vehicle access and parking is just 50 yards away in a layby. Ascend along a public footpath and this little hidden gem will be revealed. Bron Olau is the perfect romantic get away from it all retreat and is a great base for a couple from which to explore this beautiful part of North Wales and the Snowdonia National Park. Oozing charm and character, Bron Olau dates back some 200 years and boasts some wonderful features such as exposed stone, exposed beams, purlins, slate flooring and an impressive inglenook fireplace in the sitting room with a warming wood burning stove, ideal for a cosy evening in. A modern, well-appointed kitchen and bathroom will ensure you will enjoy all the comforts of home and a spacious sun room will allow you to offload your outdoor gear. The characterful king size bedroom boasts high ceilings and stripped wood floorboards. The garden is a lovely feature and is mature and well stocked with a wonderful woodland backdrop, various seating areas means you can sit and relax after a day walking in the mountains, enjoy the tranquil and peaceful setting with a glass of your favourite tipple and with very little light pollution, what a great way to end the day, star gazing long into the night. There is so much to do here; you will never have long enough to discover everything on offer. As well as some wonderful walks from the door, Blaenau Ffestiniog is fast becoming the adrenaline capital of Wales, offering a unique range of adventures, Zip World Titan and Caverns, Bounce Below and Llechwedd slate caverns, all worth a visit. For something a little more leisurely you can get the Ffestiniog narrow gauge steam railway to the lovely harbour town of Porthmadog, stay here to do a spot of shopping or you can hop on the Welsh Highland Railway across to Beddgelert and Caernarfon, with its majestic Medieval Castle. Just a short drive away you will discover miles and miles of sandy beaches and dunes. There is so much on offer to keep you busy in the Snowdonia National Park, you will just have to come back to fit it all in! Everything is within easy reach of this homely cottage which can be enjoyed any time of the year.
Maentwrog is a village and community in the Welsh county of Gwynedd, lying in the Vale of Ffestiniog just below Blaenau Ffestiniog, within the Snowdonia National Park. The River Dwyryd runs alongside the village. The village has its own highly regarded traditional inn, well known for its food and atmosphere and the Oakeley Arms is also nearby. The area around Maentwrog has many public footpaths.
Amenities & Facilities
Oil central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge & freezer and washing machine. 2 x Smart TVs with Freeview and Netflix, CD, WiFi, selection of books, games and CDs. Power, fuel and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking on first come, first served basis is in a near-by layby. Enclosed front patio with furniture and lawned garden with furniture. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops 3 miles, pub 2.2 miles. Note: There are four internal steps and a narrow and low doorway from the kitchen to the boot/sun room and bathroom. Note: The bedroom is open to the stairs. Note: The footpath leading to the cottage is approximately 25 yards long(please note there is a slight incline to the footpath leading to the property). Note: Whilst the garden is enclosed it is not secure, dogs must be supervised at all times as sheep are often roaming free in the woods. Note: Adults only, babes in arms welcome but not suitable for toddlers or children.
Location Details
Maentwrog is a village and community in the Welsh county of Gwynedd, lying in the Vale of Ffestiniog just below Blaenau Ffestiniog, within the Snowdonia National Park. The River Dwyryd runs alongside the village. The village has its own highly regarded traditional inn, well known for its food and atmosphere and the Oakeley Arms is also nearby. The area around Maentwrog has many public footpaths.
Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.
Reviews
Absolutely lovely cottage for two . If you love walking . Love Snowdonia this is for you. So clean . So warm . Log fire. Everything was so easy . Beautiful bedroom. We loved the fact it was so comfortable. Chairs to actually nap in! You will not be disappointed. Book it
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