A lovingly renovated cottage in a fabulous location, nestled in mountains, in Capel Curig, right in the heart of Eryri - the Snowdonia National Park. Footpaths will take you from the door up the popular mountain of Moel Siabod or over to the lakes of Crafnant and Geirionydd, whilst a regular bus service, with bus stop right outside the cottage, will take you the short distance to the foot of Yr Wyddfa - Snowdon, for paths up to the summit of the highest mountain in England and Wales. The cottage is well set up for outdoor activities with a large utility room for outdoor kit, a washing machine and a cosy wood burning stove in the sitting room. There is a popular outdoor clothing/gear shop a few yards away, and just down the road. t the National Outdoor Centre, Plas Y Brenin, where you can take part in the many courses and taster days they have to offer or just visit the lively bar and ski slope.
The Cottage: is a white painted terraced cottage with a paved seating area and open grassed area to the front. Central heating.
Entrance: guests are encouraged to use the back door and enter through the spacious utility room where boots shoes and outdoor clothing can be kept. Alternatively, the front door leads into the sitting room.
Sitting Room: has two comfortable sofas, side tables and a wood burning stove in the traditional welsh fireplace with its impressive local slate lintel. There is practical wood style flooring with a rug over, Smart TV/DVD/ CD player/WiFi, games and books.
Kitchen and Dining Room: the spacious kitchen/diner is a lovely light filled room with wooden style flooring and part tiled walls. The modern fitted kitchen is well equipped, with plenty of storage, and includes an integrated electric oven and ceramic hob with extractor fan, a dishwasher and fridge. A door leads to the utility room and cloakroom. The dining area has a wooden table and chairs for six.
Utility Room: has a door to the rear. This room houses the washing machine and freezer, there is also an additional sink and storage cabinets and door leading to the ground floor cloakroom with WC and basin.
Bedroom 1: has a king-sized bed and rural views down the valley.
Bedroom 2: has twin beds and views to the rear.
Shower Room: the first-floor shower room has a good-sized modern shower enclosure, WC and basin. Cloakroom with WC and basin on the ground floor.
Outside: to the front is a paved area with bench and table and chairs, a great place to sit and admire the views whilst watching the world go by. Beyond that is an open grassed area, ideal for ball games! Restricted parking for one vehicle only to the rear of the property- not guaranteed; unrestricted parking in the nearby lane or public car park.
The popular village of Betws-y-Coed is 6 miles away with shops, restaurants, bars and a bakery. This is a lively spot throughout the year and popular with walkers and mountain bikers. There are superb mountain bike trails in the nearby Gwydir forest and further afield at Penmachno. The Swallow Falls waterfall is popular and worth a visit, even better after rain! Bethesda, 9 miles away, is home to Zip World Velocity zip wire. The coast is a short drive away for visits to the popular beaches and villages on Anglesey. Llanberis is 11 miles away from where you can take the train up Snowdon or along the lake, hire boats and canoes or swim in the clean waters of Padarn lake. Take an underground tour at Electric Mountain or visit the fascinating, free, National Slate Museum and Quarry man's hospital museum.
One dog welcome at £30, £25 per short break; sorry, no cats
Electricity and heating included (initial logs supplied)
Bed linen and towels included
No smoking inside please