This superb property, set in the middle of the popular town of Betws-y-Coed is spread over three floors and has a good sized garden with views across the river. With the many mountain walks and cycle tracks in the area, there is plenty to do. Along with the many shops and restaurants there are also golf courses and riding schools locally as well as kayaking and climbing. With many places of interest close by, you can visit the National Trust properties at Bodnant Gardens or the Castle of Conwy as well as Victorian Llandudno. Snowdon itself is close by where you can choose to walk up or get the train to the top from Llanberis. Shop 200 yards, pub 100 yards and restaurant 120 yards.

Use of a nearby leisure centre (3 miles) with pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room and multi-gym.

Dylasau Cottage is detached, set down a quiet, woodland, country lane, at the top of a gently terraced garden. About a mile away are many fine waterfalls, including the Conwy Falls and the Machno Falls (near the mountain-ringed village of Penmachno). Nearby are the 14 peaks of Snowdon, golf, good horse riding and fishing to enjoy whilst there is a delightful farm trail on the owner’s farm close by. Reputedly the best rock climbing in the world is available near to Capel Curig, in addition to canoeing and skiing. The nearby village of Betws-y-Coed, the gateway to Snowdonia, has much to offer, including the fabulous, family-friendly treetop nets at Zip World Fforest. A short drive takes you to Blaenau Ffestiniog which offers adrenaline junkies the options of trying Europe’s longest zip lines, or Bounce Below, where you can bounce on trampoline nets in an old slate cavern. If this is too much, then the famous Ffestiniog Railway takes you on a spectacular journey to the coastal town of Porthmadog. Horse riding nearby. Ideal for golf. Shops at Betws-y-Coed, 3 miles.

This romantic, warm and cosy detached 1830 farm cottage nestles in the stunning Lledr Valley on a 42 acre working farm. Renovated and furnished to a good standard, the property has a kitchen extension, beamed bedroom and electric effect wood burner making it an ideal holiday getaway, winter or summer. Its secluded pretty stone patio boasts views of river walks and rolling pastures as far as Moel Siobod. There are wonderful walks and rides directly from the doorstep, with Betws-y-Coed 2 miles. You can take a relaxing journey on the Ffestiniog steam railway, or try your hand at trampolining deep underground at Bounce Below. Or why not experience the thrills of the world’s largest zip wire zone, or the UK’s first railed coaster at Zip World? Snowdonia, Bodnant Gardens, Conwy Castle, Portmeirion and the sandy beaches of Llandudno and Porthmadog are all within 20 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

This lovely conversion of a Welsh stone barn is located in a quiet and peaceful area of the Snowdonia National Park at the head of Llyn Geirionydd. The water supply at the Swn Yr Afon is from a stream, but it’s safe to drink as it is filtered and then passes through a UV bulb. It has stunning views of the lake, 50 yards away, through the picture windows. The delightful lounge has a warming wood burner whilst there is a pleasant outside area for al fresco dining. Walks are available from the door through the pretty Gwydir Forest, and fishing is available at the nearby Llyn Crafnant (permits required). Betws-y-Coed, the gateway to Snowdonia, is just a few minutes drive away and offers riverside walks and the fantastic, family-friendly treetop nets at Zip World Fforest. Visit Bounce Below, an old slate cavern which has been transformed into an underground playground like no other! Make your way down the cave on the mine train and play on trampolining nets or slide down a 60ft super slide! Nearby in Llanrwst, visit the historic Gwydir Castle, a fortified manor house, or visit the fabulous Surf Snowdonia, the world’s first artificial surfing lake. Historic Conwy with its Edward I castle and town walls, and Victorian Llandudno are both within easy reach.

This lovely conversion of a Welsh stone barn is located in a quiet and peaceful area of the Snowdonia National Park at the head of Llyn Geirionydd. The water supply at the Swn Yr Afon is from a stream, but it’s safe to drink as it is filtered and then passes through a UV bulb. It has stunning views of the watersports lake, 50 yards away, through the picture windows. The delightful lounge has a warming wood burner whilst there is a pleasant outside area for al fresco dining. Walks are available from the door through the pretty Gwydir Forest, and fishing is available at the nearby Llyn Crafnant (permits required). Betws-y-Coed, the gateway to Snowdonia, is just a few minutes drive away and offers riverside walks and the fantastic, family-friendly treetop nets at Zip World Fforest. Visit Bounce Below, an old slate cavern which has been transformed into an underground playground like no other! Make your way down the cave on the mine train and play on trampolining nets or slide down a 60ft super slide! Nearby in Llanrwst, visit the historic Gwydir Castle, a fortified manor house, or visit the fabulous Surf Snowdonia, the world’s first artificial surfing lake. Historic Conwy with its Edward I castle and town walls, and Victorian Llandudno are both within easy reach.

This family-friendly, detached holiday home sits in Hen Efail, Tyn-y-groes near Conwy, Gwynedd. Hot tub. Off-road parking. Enclosed garden. Smart TV. Woodburning stove. Ground-floor living. Pet-free. Llandudno 7.3 miles; Betws-y-Coed 11.8 miles.

What a superb view! Outdoor living comes into its own at Bryn Hyfryd, with bi-folding doors opening out from the dining area onto the spacious, outside decking area, which enjoys superb views over the Conwy Valley to the mountain ranges of Snowdonia. Accessed by a rough track, this detached cottage with its own hot tub, has a large decked area where you can enjoy al fresco dining, whilst watching the surfing activity in the distance at Surf Snowdonia, which is on the other side of the valley! For cosy nights in, there are two delightful living rooms, both with wood burners and TVs. Upstairs, are three beautifully presented bedrooms all overlooking the Conwy Valley.

It is only a short drive through the pretty country lanes to the glorious National Trust gardens at Bodnant, where you can enjoy a stroll round 80 acres of stunning floral abundance, visit the craft units, or enjoy a cream tea in the tea room. Plus, you can pick up some local delicacies at the Bodnant Welsh Food Centre which is well worth a visit. From here, the historic town of Conwy is just a short drive, with its mighty Edward I castle and almost complete town walls just waiting to be explored. In the pretty town centre with its cobbled High Street, you can visit the historic town’s houses of Aberconwy House (National Trust) and Plas Mawr (Cadw). Stroll along the quayside, visit the smallest house in the UK, or take a boat trip out into the estuary.

Llandudno is also nearby and offers full shopping facilities, together with the Venue Cymru Theatre which has a variety of touring shows and concerts all year round. Llandudno also has the Great Orme, a 679ft rocky headland which juts out into the Irish Sea, offering a country park, the historic cable-operated Great Orme Tramway, and the longest cable car ride in the UK, from Happy Valley gardens to the summit. Surf dudes will love Surf Snowdonia, which you can see from Bryn Hyfryd, and it offers the first inland surfing lagoon in the world. The market town of Llanrwst is close by, with the leafy Gwydyr Forest and the pretty tourist village of Betws-y-Coed being within easy reach. Kids will love the tree top nets at Zip World Fforest in Betws-y-Coed, which now includes the amazing Fforest Coaster, whilst Zip World in Blaenau Ffestiniog has the largest zip wire zone in the world, great fun! Beach 9½ miles. Shop 5 miles, pub ½ mile and restaurant 2 miles.

Superbly located in a quiet spot, Bryn Boda has views out over the rolling countryside and is set on a working sheep and beef farm. This detached house also offers a spacious patio for dining al fresco or to watch the evening sun whilst relaxing with a glass of wine. There are walks straight from the door, whilst the nearby town of Denbigh offers full facilities and historic Denbigh Castle to explore. Nearby are the glistening waters of Llyn Brenig, which offers cycling, walking and fishing in a lovely forest setting. The pretty town of Ruthin is also well worth a visit, with lovely individual shops and cafés tumbling down the streets from St Peter’s Square, whilst Ruthin Gaol provides a fascinating insight into life behind bars in the Victorian era.
The stunning drive over the Denbigh Moors, with the mountains of Snowdonia beckoning temptingly in the distance, leads you to Betws-y-Coed. The town is known as the ‘Gateway to Snowdonia’ and offers the amazing Zip World Fforest where you can whiz along on the Fforest Coaster, which is like tobogganing on rails! The Victorian seaside resort of Llandudno is also within easy reach, as is the historic city of Chester, just over the English border. Beach 15 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 5 miles.

This delightful, rural detached cottage is located on a quiet working farm, perched in the hills of the Snowdonia National Park near Betws-y-Coed, this makes a wonderful place for a holiday. There is a spacious living/dining room with a warming wood burner for cosy nights in, and a good sized garden for relaxing in with a glass of wine. With walks from the door, it’s only a few minutes drive to the pretty ‘alpine’ village of Betws-y-Coed, with its range of individual shops, nestled in the Gwydyr Forest. Families will love the Zipworld Fforest tree top nets, or you can venture to Blaenau Ffestiniog, home of the largest zip wire zone in the world, and the famous Ffestiniog Railway. In the other direction, just beyond the market town of Llanrwst, is Surf Snowdonia, the world’s first artificial surfing lagoon – worth popping in for a coffee to watch the surfing action! Further afield is historic Conwy with its majestic Edward I castle (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), and the Victorian seaside resort of Llandudno offering the Great Orme and a whole host of family activities, from tramway and cable car rides, to the wonderful Venue Cymru theatre. Shop and restaurant 3 miles, pub 2 miles.

Tyddyn Eli lies on a working farm just on the outskirts of the little village of Llangwm, deep in the rolling hills of Hiraethog country between Betws-y-Coed and Corwen. This detached property was a farmhouse for many years but has now been beautifully restored offering an ideal holiday location for all the family. There is a well-equipped kitchen and a good sized living/dining room with a warming wood burner, ideal for curling up with a glass or two of wine on chilly evenings. There is also a sitting room for if the children in your party want to do something else, and a lovely hot tub outside on the courtyard, ideal for relaxing in after a busy day exploring the local area. There are walks from the door too, so make sure you bring your walking boots.

Just a few miles away is an award-winning farm shop at Rhug featuring a wide range of delicious Welsh produce in their shop and bistro, whilst a further selection of eateries is available in the nearby town of Bala. Here you will find Llyn Tegid, the Welsh name for Bala Lake, which is the largest natural lake in Wales. To the west lies the pretty village of Betws-y-Coed, the Gateway to Snowdonia. There are more outdoor shops here than you can shake a stick at, plus the amazing Zip World Fforest where you can experience several different adrenaline experiences, including the exciting Fforest Coaster and the ever-so-slightly-terrifying Plummet!

The Snowdonia National Park naturally has stunning scenery including Snowdon itself, which at 3,560ft is the highest mountain in Wales and England. To the east of Tyddyn Eli lies the town of Corwen. Hop on board a delightfully restored steam train for a nostalgic journey along the Dee Valley to Llangollen, home of the International Musical Eisteddfod. Here you will find horse drawn boats on the Llangollen Canal, whilst a short distance further is Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, one of the Seven Wonders of Wales, which carries the canal over the valley. Shop, pub and restaurant 3 miles.

Guests will fall in love with The Barn at Gelli Newydd, its setting but also the wonderful design and finish, crafted with the finest materials and maintaining the ambience of a luxury Welsh Barn. Beautiful local Welsh larch cladding and natural stone encapsulate a slick and welcoming barn perched high on a hillside above Trefriw, between Conwy and Betws-y-Coed. The Shaker Kitchen Company kitchen is the focal point of a fabulous house, with open plan living and capacious living/dining room, the ideal focal point for friends and family to gather, here we have the perfect setting to enjoy views across the stunning Conwy valley below. The luxuriously appointed downstairs bedroom makes this suitable for different generations and can be set up as Superking or singles on request - meaning ultimate flexibility for your party. Welcoming 3 dogs with enclosed rear garden, this is a place for families and friends to gather and holiday in fantastic surroundings. There are two good pubs, a café, and restaurant, all within walking distance (approx. 15 mins down the hill and slightly longer on the way back up!). The Finnish wood fired hot tub is the perfect place to relax & enjoy a glass of bubbly under the stars.
This is a charming, unspoilt part of beautiful North Wales is a region rich in outdoor action and adventure, from the world’s first inland surfing lagoon-Surf Snowdonia, zip wires at Zip World, high ropes, and cavern trampolines, to the many forest walks, mountain bike trails, hills, lakes and rivers for which the area is rightly famous for. People travel from all over Europe to have a go on Zip World - booking is vital. Join scenic footpaths straight from your doorstep, go onwards and upwards from the cottage and you’ll come to two lovely, little-visited lakes, Llyn Geirionydd and Llyn Crafnant. Trefriw has a vibrant heart, so expect a friendly welcome at the post office/shop, the award-winning butchers, the fantastic working woollen mill, in the two pubs, and in the brasserie and local café. Trefriw is blessed with two of the most spectacular lakes (Geirionydd and Crafnant). Both lakes lie in the most stunning surroundings and offer different facilities. Geirionydd offers watersports for everyone (paddle and powerboating) whilst Crafnant is a much more peaceful environment. The community lead project Trefriw Trails has 8 waymarked trails which are suited to all ages and abilities for walking and cycling.
This property can be booked with The Farmhouse (ref QC1739) and The Bothy (ref QC1740) to accommodate up to 15 guests.