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Betws -y- Coed, Snowdonia and North Wales
Gilar House is a dog friendly holiday cottage.
This unique 17th century property with contemporary twist is nestled in 500 acres of mountainous farmland with ancient woodlands, lakes and unrivalled views from the tops. Close to Betws y Coed, this farmhouse is an idyllic spot for friends and family to relax, enjoy activities and discover the best in North Wales. It is near Pentrefoelas, close to Betws y Coed the gateway to Snowdonia National Park, where the River Conwy meets its three tributaries, and boasts outdoor activities, craft, shops, galleries, pubs and historic bridges over rivers and streams. Discover waterfalls, river pools and hilltop lakes alongside majestic mountains and dense woodland. Enjoy walking, climbing, cycling, canoeing, kayaking and fishing in breathtaking scenery. Climb Snowdon s Summit, visit Bala Lake, Surf Snowdonia, ZipWorld and Go Below for adventures. Take a trip to Conwy Castle, Ruthin Gaol and the National Trust s Bodnant Gardens. An all year round destination for an active or relaxing holiday. As featured in 'The Times', this stylish part Tudor, part Elizabethan farmhouse, offers exceptional interiors, marrying old with new this is a real historic treat with twists and turns exuding period charm with oak panelled rooms, plaster armorial shields, feature fireplaces, exposed beams, stone and wooden floors, steep and quirky staircases and even the original beam door lock from the 1600s. Perch on the oak seat in the porch, take off your boots and enter the oak panelled hallway. To your left is the spacious lounge with impressive stone fireplace, where you can relax on the comfortable sofas, light the fire, listen to music or watch a film on the Smart TV. From the slate flag floor hallway, take a step down to the bespoke, galley kitchen with all the equipment you need to rustle up a meal, including electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. If you decide to stay in after supper, you can gather round the refectory table in the dining room, light the fire in the huge open fireplace, peruse the local maps and plan your adventures or enjoy a game of cards. The ground floor bathroom has a roll top bath with shower over and WC. On the first floor you can relax in the freestanding bath or take an invigorating shower in the large monsoon shower cubicle. There is also a WC. Further along the corridor you will discover the luxurious bedrooms with antique furniture, historic tapestries, oak panelling, uneven floors and historic clues to times gone by. The master bedroom with exposed beams and fine late 16th century ceiling offers a gigantic four poster, super king size bed, whilst next door is a superb double bedroom with lovely views. At the end of the corridor is the spacious king size bedroom with en suite shower room and WC. Back towards the bathroom and up the narrow, steep staircase to the attic room, you will find the charming twin bedroom. Outside and along the cobbled garden path, you ll find the beautiful 1623 gatehouse, which offers the unique opportunity to sleep in one of the last remaining gatehouses in Wales. This fifth bedroom has two comfy single beds, oak window seats and an impressive feature fireplace. All bedrooms have splendid views across the grounds towards the rolling countryside. The outdoor space at this property is equally sublime where you have 500 acres to explore across the working sheep farm which includes ancient woodlands, Garn Prys Mountain, lakes and an enclosed, walled garden accessed from the porch. The walled garden is perfect for al fresco dining with its covered BBQ area, patio and fire pit. There is also a large dining table and chairs, also under cover for those warmer nights where you might fancy dining in the evening air. Or you could choose to take a blanket and enjoy a picnic on the lawn. Relish the wind on your face, enjoy walks around the working farm and soak up the history of this unique house.
5 bedrooms 1 four poster, super king size, 1 king size, 1 double, 2 twins 1 in the outside gatehouse. 3 bathrooms 1 ground floor bathroom with roll top bath and shower over and WC, 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle and WC, 1 en suite shower with WC (there are no bathroom facilities in the gatehouse). Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. Extra under counter fridge and separate wine fridge in dining room. Outside utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer. 2 open fires (logs included). Smart TV & DVD in lounge. Walled garden with seating, charcoal BBQ in covered patio area with fire pit; lawned area. Ample private parking. Beach 18 miles, shop 3 miles and pub within walking distance. Please note, dogs are to stay on the ground floor hard floored areas only. Heated dog kennels available outside. Covered bike store and outside tap. Please note, the staircases are steep and uneven so may be unsuitable for some guests, especially infants and small children. The property is on a working sheep farm please expect to experience the sights and smells of such. Caretakers available on site, but privacy is assured.
Short breaks may still be available.
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