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Ysgubor Cae'r Blaidd (The Haybarn)

Ffestiniog, near Blaenau Ffestiniog, North Wales
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A superb cottage retreat in the heart of Snowdonia with glorious mountain views
  • Extensive grounds bordered by a stream and close to a waterfall
  • Beautifully furnished in a contemporary style, and with underfloor heating

Overview
Property code: OC-BOW172

Nestled in the heart of Snowdonia, Ysgubor Cae'r Blaidd offers a beautiful retreat and an excellent base from which to explore this legendary National Park and its wide range of attractions. Surrounded by mountains, castles and forests, plenty of culture and heritage, beautiful lakes and many golden beaches, this really is the ideal get-away for your family reunion or group get-together. The minute you arrive at the barn, it will become your home. It's stunning interiors, extensive grounds and awe-inspiring mountain views will be yours to enjoy.

This detached cottage is located on the outskirts of Llanffestiniog, less than a mile from the village pub/restaurant and within 3 miles of Blaenau Ffestiniog with its amazing attractions. This includes Zip World Titan and Bounce Below's underground trampolines, Antur Stiniog mountain biking and Ffestiniog steam train that takes you to Porthmadog and the coast, less than 10 miles away. You also have Brailsford Way (cycling) and the Slate Trail walk on your doorstep. Other local attractions include Portmeirion's enchanting Italianate style village, the National White Water Centre near Bala, Zip World Forest in Betws y Coed, Royal St David's Golf Club at Harlech and so much more.

You can walk in any direction from the barn as you are amidst ever changing landscape with undulating hills, valleys and rugged mountains. There is also a beautiful waterfall just a two minute walk from the property. Ysgubor Cae'r Blaidd is a truly inspirational setting for your next Snowdonia holiday.

Ground Floor

  • Welcome Hallway: With underfloor heating, leading to an open plan living area, starting with the kitchen...
  • Kitchen Area: Well-equipped kitchen space with spectacular mountain views. Includes an electric range oven, dishwasher, large fridge freezer, wine cooler, microwave and coffee machine.
  • Dining Area: Large dining table seating up to 12. A large feature wall map to inspire the explorers amongst you.
  • Lounge Area: Welcoming lounge with sofas and chairs for up to 12 people. Sit back and relax with throws and blankets in front of the log burner, or enjoy the Snowdonia scenery through a large sliding door that opens onto the garden patio. Freeview TV and a large bookcase filled to the brim with books, games, maps, and plenty of suggestions of what to see and do.
  • Bedroom 1: King size bed (can be made into 2'6'' twin beds) and underfloor heating.
  • Bedroom 2: King size bed (can be made into 2'6'' twin beds).
  • Shower Room: Large shower, vanity sink and heated towel rail.
  • Toilet / Utility: Toilet, sink and vanity unit. Utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer.

Upstairs

  • Bedroom 3: Super king bed (can be made into full sized, 3' twin beds) and en-suite shower room. With a double sofa bed, this bedroom can also be made into a family room for 4 (1 adult or 2 children), at extra cost - to be requested at time of booking. Garden and mountain views. En-suite: shower, toilet and towel rail.
  • Bedroom 4: Super king bed (can be made into full sized, 3' twin beds) and ensuite bathroom. This room can also be made into a family room for 4 (1 adult or 2 children), by utilising the double sofa bed at extra cost - to be requested at time of booking. Garden and mountain views, along with large windows overlooking the lounge. En-suite: large double ended bath, sink and vanity unit, toilet and towel rail.

Garden

  • With beautiful mountain views, the cottage boasts a very large, enclosed garden to the front elevation of the property, with a stream and ponds at the furthest reach of the garden boundary.
  • Very large patio with seating and dining furniture provided. Fire pit and stone built charcoal BBQ - one bag of charcoal also provided.
  • Garage with secure bike storage.

Additional Information

  • Bed linen, hand and bath towels: Provided
  • Central heating and electricity: Included.
  • Logs: Initial supply of logs and coal provided. Additional bags for sale.
  • WiFi is provided through a 4G router so may provide limited bandwidth
  • Pets: Up to 2 well behaved dogs welcome. Will need to be at least 1 year old, vaccinated and flee treated. Dog hamper provided.
  • No smoking inside the property please
  • Water: Mains water supply
  • Parking: Large private drive with ample parking for 4 cars.
  • 4 bedrooms – 2 zip-and-link king that can be made into twin 2′6″ beds, 2 zip-and-link super-king that can be made into twin 3′ beds, and 2 sofa beds - at extra cost - to be requested at time of booking.
  • Sleeps 8+4 children o'r 2 adults(at extra cost - to be requested at time of booking.)
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 shower room, 1 en-suite shower and WC, 1 en-suite with double-ended bath and WC, 1 WC in utility room
  • Electric range oven, dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, microwave, wine cooler and coffee machine
  • Utility room with sink, washer/dryer and WC
  • Welcome pack
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate provided
  • Wood burner with a starter pack of logs and coal with additional bags for sale
  • 2 TVs
  • WiFi is provided through a 4G router so may provide limited bandwidth
  • Up to 2 well-behaved dogs are welcome, must be at least 1 year old, be vaccinated and have had flea treatment. Dog hamper provided.
  • Large, enclosed garden with stream and ponds at the far boundary, large patio with seating, fire pit and stone-built BBQ, with a starter pack of charcoal
  • Private parking
  • Garage with secure bike storage
  • Shop and pub within 1 mile
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 09:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Courtney Galvin

This property is personally managed by Courtney.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Linda 12th April 2026

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Fantastic setting and so close to all the attractions House had everything you need for a perfect holiday Highly recommend

Reviewed by Lianne 18th March 2026

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We just had a lovely weeks stay and the cottage was the perfect place to relax after a days walking. The cottage was very clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. We would definitely return for another holiday here.

Reviewed by Kate 13th January 2026

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Beautiful location topped off with snow. Magical and miraculous. Beautiful family holiday home. Thoroughly enjoyed. Fire was a treat. Board games, places to go - everything was thought of. Location was perfect for places to visit. Neighbours cleared the drive of snow with their tractor very friendly. Perfect stay which was more magical due to snow.Read more Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 4th January 2026

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Reviewed by Philip 4th December 2025

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Reviewed by Marvia 22nd November 2025

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Reviewed by Helen 27th September 2025

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Beautiful place, views lovely and star gazing quite an experience, especially the shooting star!! Lovely, comfortable home.

Reviewed by Elaine 16th September 2025

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Beautiful comfortable cottage recommend no complaints . Magnificent views.

Reviewed by Tracey 12th September 2025

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Reviewed by Mary 3rd September 2025

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The Haybarn is such a lovely holiday home in a fantastic location with outstanding views. We were a family of 7 adults and a tiny dog and we all had a fantastic time. The house is beautifully positioned for sightseeing in the area including an excellent local walk past the waterfall just down the road. The kitchen was very well equipped for familRead morey meals and the lounge had more than enough games to keep the whole family entertained. Our little dog also loved the huge garden. Wendy and Paul were fantastic to deal with when we had a query and it was lovely to find chocolates and prosecco on our arrival. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 11th August 2025

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A spacious well equipped and beautifully furnished property with great bathrooms and stunning views which suited our 3 generations very well (2 grandparents, with 2 sets of parents, two children, one infant and a dog) It was lovely to be welcomed with chocolates and Prosecco, and we and the children appreciated very much all the well-stocked games Read morecupboards. There was plenty of useful information and maps about walks and places to visit, and a mini-library of books for adults and children was a welcome touch. The spacious dining table was great for eating and games together. We really enjoyed the fire pit, with the wood provided, outside one evening. All in all it was spacious yet cosy and comfortable, and the alway- hot water plentiful and greatly appreciated. Hide

Reviewed by Denise 4th August 2025

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What an amazing house with breath taking views. Beautifully furnished with a very well equipped kitchen. We took my mother-in-law, who depends on walking aids to get around, for her 90th birthday. The house was just perfect for her with having a downstairs shower room/toilet and bedroom with no steps, all on one level. I managed to find a company tRead morehat hired out an All-Terrain wheelchair so I got one delivered to the house for our weeks stay. The owners of the property were very accommodating in taking delivery of this for us on our day of arrival. The welcome pack was a lovely touch to receive after a very long journey too. With the location being so central to lots of beautiful walks and places to visit we will definitely coming back. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 7th July 2025

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The owners have thought of everything that you need for your holiday. Spacious rooms and lovely garden set in a lovely location

Reviewed by Suzanne 1st June 2025

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The Haybarn is a fantastic place to stay. The house is warm, cosy and comfortable. It contains everything you might need during your stay including kitchen equipment, books to read and games to play. The location is second to none. The views from the living room windows are fantastic. The garden is large and the perfect place to enjoy the views if Read morethe weather is kind to you. The perfect place to stay to enjoy the sites of Snowdonia. Hide

Reviewed by Denise 7th May 2025

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A stunning spacious conversion absolutely suited to larger or sharing families. Clean, tidy and well equipped with plenty of space for all. Fantastic views and easy access for zip world and the mountains. Would definitely return, Wendy was a great help recommending a local pub and booking for us to eat as a family Thankyou

Reviewed by Sara 29th April 2025

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We had a lovely stay at the cottage. It was very clean and in a beautiful setting. It was equipped with everything necessary for our stay. We would recommend it to others!

Reviewed by John 6th April 2025

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Spent a very pleasant short break in this nice property, which benefits from great views. Fairly well equipped although contrary to information on website only has one smallish tv. Not too sure if I would categorise this as luxury accommodation but it is very nice and I would be happy to stay here again. Plenty to see and do in a short distance aRead morend as such has much going for it. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 24th February 2025

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A gorgeous property set in beautiful gardens and surroundings. Perfect for a multi generational holiday. Great location for easy access to loads of activities. We all had a great time at Zip World. A really well equipped house. The books and games are a nice addition. The house has been beautifully accessorised and feels like a home.

Reviewed by Shaun 27th September 2024

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The cottage is lovely with lovely views.

Reviewed by Jenny 27th August 2024

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We had a wonderful time at The Haybarn, everything and more that we wanted and wished for. The beds are huge and very comfortable, as was the bedroom itself. The shower were waterfall style, easy to use and perfect temperature. Every bit of equipment that you could think of was available, high chair, stair gate, books, leaflets and guides, washing Read moremachine and dryer, full kitchen, (we cooked a lot and a variety of meals) plates, dishes, glasses, fire pit, bbq, lovely range cooker. The location is perfect, with even better views, easy to find. Could get a good 4 or 5 cars on the driveway. The garden is delightful, very large grass area, and patio as well has being highly secure for dogs and children. Hide

Reviewed by Mike 6th August 2024

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The haybarn, what a beautiful house with the most spectacular view! We throughly enjoyed our stay there, the house had everything we could possibly want and more. Wouldnt hesitate to come back again! Thankyou

Reviewed by Koen 22nd July 2024

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The Haybarn is a really great place to stay - I can highly recommend it whether you like some peace and quiet in Snowdonia or as the perfect spot for an active holiday. The view from the terrace is really stunning, and although remote, amenities are only a short drive away. The house is well-equipped and comfortable, and the owners left loads of inRead moreformation about the area as well as walks nearby. I'd be happy to return! Hide

Reviewed by Julie 11th July 2024

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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay with the family. Plenty of space for six adults and two small children, adding in two more adults for a couple of nights. Appreciated child gates, high chair, and cot! Quick response to questions, grocery store quick drive, and restaurant recommendations spot on! Lovely stay. Would highly recommend.

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.