Dog-friendly Gwynedd

Bursting with character, this cosy and beautifully furnished quarryman’s cottage, with tree and decorations for Christmas bookings, sits on the fringes of Blaenau Ffestiniog, home of Welsh slate and the famous railway that winds its way to Porthmadog harbour, 12 miles. Boasting its own summerhouse incorporating a hot tub and sauna in a garden with views to the Manod mountains, the cottage is centrally located for exploring the Snowdonia National Park. Shops and restaurants 1 mile, pub ½ mile.

This delightful mid-terraced holiday cottage, situated on the outskirts of town, dates from the 18th century and features a warming woodburner, a small terraced garden with a barbecue and great views of the surrounding mountains. There is quiet on road parking adjacent to the property. The former slate quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog is rich in heritage, with the famous Ffestiniog Steam Railway providing a spectacular journey down to the coast at Porthmadog. There are several fantastic attractions, including the Stiniog downhill bike trails, Bounce Below, where you can trampoline underground in a slate cavern, and Zip World Titan, where you can go down ziplines. Black Rock Sands and the Italianate village of Portmeirion are within easy reach; whilst in the other direction are Betws-y-Coed and the Conwy Valley. Beach 9 miles. Shop and restaurant 1 mile, pub ½ mile.

Featuring a double size Jacuzzi bath for two, this ground floor holiday apartment (the owner lives above), is in the historic former slate capital of Wales, Blaenau Ffestiniog. It is within earshot of the little steam engines on the Ffestiniog Railway as they twist and turn on the spectacular journey down to the coast at Porthmadog. Fast becoming an adrenaline junkie’s paradise, Blaenau Ffestinog offers fabulous activities such as Bounce Below where you can bounce on trampoline nets deep underground in an old slate cavern the size of St Paul’s Cathedral, Zipworld Titan where you can try out Europe’s largest zip wire zone, and the Stiniog Downhill Bike Trails – bring your own mountain bike! Surrounded by the Snowdonia National Park, there are some lovely walks from the door, with pretty Betws-y-Coed and Swallow Falls, and the peaceful Llyn Peninsula, both a short car journey away. Shop, pub and restaurant 1/4 mile.

This lovely quirky property is wedge-shaped, built in the angle of two terraced properties so is wider at the front than the back. There is still plenty of space inside though, and the property is beautifully presented with an open-plan living space, exposed slate walls and a modern kitchen for preparing delicious meals. Upstairs there is a large main bedroom, off which there’s a door to the smaller single bedroom.
The village of Ffestiniog (not to be confused with its larger neighbour the town of Blaenau Ffestiniog) is surrounded by the beautiful countryside of the Snowdonia National Park. There is a lovely pub just two minutes’ walk away serving delicious bar meals, whilst a wide selection of eateries are available just a few minutes’ drive away. Nearby, the former slate capital of the world, Blaenau Ffestiniog, is home to Zip World where you can experience the worlds’ largest zip wire zone as you zoom high over an old slate quarry. You can also go deep underground at Bounce Below and try out the nets and slides deep in an old slate cavern the size of St Paul’s Cathedral! You will hear the little steam trains of the famous Ffestiniog Railway as they bustle down the line on the spectacular journey to the coast at Porthmadog. Here you will find the enormous sandy beach at Black Rock Sands, don’t forget to take your bucket and spade, and nearby is the lovely Italianate village of Portmeirion. Beach 8½ miles. Shop and pub 300 yards, restaurant 5 miles.

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Mountain View is a two story cottage set in the heart of the town. This end-terrace cottage comes complete with a spacious open plan living and dining area, alongside a modern kitchen with modern conveniences, the perfect space to cook up a hearty feast in the kitchen. Why not try baking traditional Welsh cakes for your exploration provisions?
Comfortably sleeping four, the master bedroom is spacious and the second bedroom cosy and snug. Each bedroom features quality bedding and mattresses for a great night’s sleep, just what you need after busy days walking and cycling the Welsh valleys.
Within the town is a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, great for stocking up on all your amenities. If cooking is not on the agenda, there is a great selection of take-away restaurants and some pubs serving good food.
With so much to do on the doorstep, Blaenau Ffestiniog is sure to impress. Walking and cycling routes surround you, so don your walking boots and oil your wheels to really soak up the natural beauty. Couples will enjoy a day trip and exhilarating off-road tour of the award winning Llechwedd. Your tour will take you deep beneath the mountains of Snowdonia and will reveal the historic story of the world as we know it. Adrenalin junkies and thrill seekers are sure to be kept happy, with Zip World in the Snowdonia National Park just short drive away. Guests can choose from rock climbing, treetop nets, gravity defying zip lines, forest coasting and caving. Young adrenalin seekers are well catered for too, so great for all the family. However you choose to spend your time, Mountain View will be sure to impress. Beach 15 miles. Shop, pub and restaurant 10 yards.

The interior fixtures and furnishings are of an exceptional standard, to ensure you have a fabulous relaxing stay in this charming character cottage that dates from the 1850’s. You and your furry friends will both be treated to a welcome pack. The rear enclosed garden is perfect for children and dogs. It is an ideal space to relax at the end of the day and enjoy a barbecue on the Kamado grill. Nestled in Ffestiniog, a charming countryside village, within the Snowdonia National Park, you’ll be in an ideal spot to explore the area from.
Nearby you’ll find Blaenau Ffestiniog a historic mining town, best known for being the slate capital of the world, having recently been awarded the acclaimed United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization World Heritage Site. The area is a mecca for any outdoor enthusiasts, with bike trails, climbing, kayaking, and walking routes in abundance. Only a few minutes away is Llechwedd Slate Caverns/Zip World; a great day out for the kids and adults alike. You’re only a short drive from Betws Y Coed, known as the gateway to the Snowdonia National Park. Also, within easy reach is Porthmadog; home to the Welsh Highland Railway and the famous Black Rock Sands, and Harlech is also only a short drive away, also a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization World Heritage Site, with its imposing castle and simply stunning beaches it is well worth a visit. You will certainly not be short of sights to see and places to visit in this diverse area.