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Ty Capel Carmel

Dolgellau, Snowdonia & The Llyn Peninsula

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  • Special OfferEarly Bird offer - 10% discount between 7th June and 25th July
  • Special OfferUp to 15% off Special Offer Discount - selected dates

You can book this property from:

  • £569 per week
  • £81 per night
  • 3 Star
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

Features

Beds & bedrooms

  • Bed linen provided
  • 1 double bed
  • 3 single beds

Appliances

  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer

Bathrooms

  • 2 WCs
  • Towels provided
  • Bath
  • Shower

Accessibility

  • Ground floor WC

Families

  • Family friendly
  • Highchair

Special Features

  • WiFi
  • Open fire or woodburner
  • Countryside views

Nearby activities

  • Walking
  • Cycling

Outdoors

  • Garden or courtyard
  • Enclosed garden or courtyard
  • Outdoor storage
  • Private parking
  • Secure bicycle storage
  • Rural location

How far to ...?

  • Beach 15 miles
  • Pub 5 miles
  • Shop 5 miles

Important - please note

House Rules

  • Mobile phone signal varies, depending on provider
  • Check in: 16:00
  • Check out: 10:00

Read the full Access Statement for this property.

Access Statement

This property was built as a chapel house in the 1830s and converted in 1978/9. The original building is constructed with 3 foot thick walls both internally and externally giving deep set windows and substantial doorways. All original external features remain following conversion as required by planning authorities and determined by the house. On the opposite side of the road that passes immediately in front of the house there is adequate parking. To the front and right side of the house there are gravel paths leading from the gate to the front door and to the back door. In general these are 115cm wide but narrow in places at the sides of the house to about 60cm. There is pedestrian access to the left side of the house and to the wood store. The front door (85cm wide) opens inwards into a small hallway (122 by 137cm) and through a 70 cm wide doorway into the kitchen. Another doorway takes you into the living area. The kitchen connects to the rear of the building and cloakroom including a toilet. Toward the rear of this area is a 70cm wide doorway into the dining room and another 70cm on into a study/bed area, all on the same level as the kitchen and entrance. The second doorway from the hall opens to 3 wide stairs leading up to the main open plan living area. This is the body of the original chapel. The space is divided into three levels. From this level there are open tread wooden stairs with handrails up to the bedrooms and bathroom and, 3 stairs down, to the level of the dining room and study/bed area and on into the kitchen. The upper level is partly open plan over the dining room and study/bed area and through the thick stone walls leads to a twin bedroom and the bathroom. The upper gallery is divided by heavy curtains into two sleeping areas: one double and one single. Each bed has a bedside light and table. The bathroom is fitted with bath and shower over, WC, washbasin and large heated towel rail. The whole chapel house is traditionally decorated in white throughout, well lit with wall lights, standard lamps and table lights. The rear wall of the chapel remains the original stonework, making a feature in both the dining room and study/bed area. The living space has a central wood burning stove, TV with full remote control and teletext. The downstairs power points are at 45cm above the floor and the light switches are at around 130cm. The upstairs power points are around 80cm from the floor and the light switches are at around 130cm. Whilst there is room to circulate freely through the property, the small front hall and the multilevel living does not lend itself to wheelchair access.

Description

Ty Capel Carmel is a detached, converted stone chapel house situated in a remote and beautiful position high in the hills 5 miles north east of Dolgellau, with stunning panoramic views over the Arran and Cadair Idris mountain ranges.

The property is unique and full of character, making it an ideal getaway for anyone wishing for a tranquil escape from the bustle of everyday life. You’ll find many charming quirks, such as the original chapel pulpit, thick stone walls, wood burning stove and traditional Welsh blankets, giving the house a cosy, welcoming feel. Whilst retaining this rustic feel, the house also benefits from modern conveniences including central heating and Wi-Fi.

The accommodation is somewhat unusual, having been converted from the main chapel and the minister’s house adjoining it. The double and single bedrooms are open-plan on a mezzanine level, with curtains for privacy. The twin bedroom is separate and enclosed. The house has several changes of level and short flights of stairs (please be aware there are open stairs which may be tricky with crawlers or toddlers). Recent improvements include a new bathroom, new beds, carpets and curtains throughout.

Children will love exploring in the stream outside and nearby beaches. Guests of all ages will enjoy watching the wildlife from the windows using the binoculars provided, and the feeling of being truly surrounded by nature. Relaxing by the fire after a long walk is a great feeling!

The property is Entrance: into a small hallway.

Living Room: the main part of the chapel, incorporating the original pulpit; large centrally-positioned wood burning stove in impressive stone surround, Freesat TV, DVD player, mini hi-fi system and WiFi. From the living room, four wooden steps lead down, either side of the central fireplace, to the snug and the dining room.

Snug: with sofa, extensive collection of books and games.

Dining Room: with dining table, chairs and other antique furniture. Through to the ground floor of the original house to:

Kitchen: with electric cooker, microwave, Belfast sink, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and a small breakfast table and chairs. Ample crockery, utensils, pots & pans.

Cloakroom: with WC and basin.

From the living room, a flight of open tread wooden stairs leads up to the galleried bedroom area overlooking the main room. The two bedrooms areas are screened off by curtains.

Bedroom 1: with double bed.

Bedroom 2: with single bed.

Access through to the first floor of the original house:

Bedroom 3: with twin beds.

Bathroom: traditional roll top bath with hand shower attachment, WC and basin.

Outside: Small sun-trap garden with garden furniture. Lock-up shed available for storing bikes. The cottage faces wonderful views of the stream tumbling downhill and the mountains beyond.

Parking: gated and fenced private parking area adjacent to the cottage, for 2-3 cars, plus ample space opposite the house.

Excellent walking from the door and deer in the nearby forest. 7 miles to Coed-y-Brenin mountain biking centre. Barmouth 13 miles away with shops, pubs, cafes, and beach. Range of attractions at Machynlleth (18 miles) such as Corris Craft Centre, Corris Mine Explorers, Centre for Alternative Technology, and King Arthur's Labyrinth.  Fairbourne Steam Railway 14 miles.

This property has natural Welsh water from a private supply, tested regularly and passed as safe for drinking.

Electricity and central heating included. One basket of logs supplied.

Bed linen and towels provided.

High chair available.

We welcome up to 2 dogs. 

Please note that mobile phone signal varies depending on provider - wi-fi calling available

The house is located on a remote mountain road and guests visiting in winter should be well prepared for snowy road conditions and check the forecast carefully before travelling. If you have any concerns please get in touch before travelling. 

Reviews

Perfect property for a remote location holiday, beautifully equipped and laid out. Comfy beds and sofas and a great base for outdoor activities even though that is not why we went. Wear to collapse and escape .

Mrs D,

Location

The Local Area 

The house is situated in an exceptionally quiet area high in the hills just outside the village of Llanfachreth, where barely any cars pass and your neighbours are mostly cattle, sheep and alpaca! The views from the house are breathtaking, taking in the Arran and Cadair Idris ranges.

The location is beautifully peaceful and untouched, a nature lover’s paradise, with your own stretch of stream and hillside to enjoy. It also serves as a great base to explore the wider area, which really does have something for everyone  

Walking: You're unlikely to visit North Wales without taking a few walks and you'll find yourself spoilt for choice in this area. There are some lovely walks to be enjoyed directly from the doorstep, without even getting in the car. Just a short drive away are also the stunning Torrent Walk and Precipice Walk, both very popular.  The Mawddach Trail is also a wonderful family walk or bike, taking you along the estuary all the way from Dolgellau to Barmouth - with a great pub en route at Penmaenpool. For a more challenging hike Cadair Idris is the one - a little smaller than Snowdon but equally wonderful and a lot less crowded. Click here for some more great walks.

Biking: The nearby Coed Y Brenin Forest Park is a mountain biking (and running) paradise, and can be accessed by experienced bikers directly from the house. The park has something for everyone, including numerous dedicated trails for a range of abilities (on bike or by foot), bike hire, visitor centre, cafe and playground. A little further down the road towards Machynlleth is Dyfi Bike Park, built by British mountain biking champion Dan Atherton, which offers some serious downhill action and another good cafe. 

The Mach Loop: Ty Capel Carmel is situated just off what is known as the 'Mach Loop’: a sequence of valleys regularly used by the RAF for low level flight training. Enthusiasts take to the hills to watch military aircraft fly incredibly low, some of which can be seen flying directly over the house to enter the loop.

Towns: For your rest days, the nearby town - Dolgellau (pronounced dol-GETH-lie) - is a pretty, traditional Welsh town with groceries, pubs, cafes and shops. TH Roberts café in the old ironmongers building - complete with original fixtures - serves some of the best cakes in the area, plus a mean Welsh Rarebit. It's the ideal place to refuel after walking. Machynlleth (pronounced mer-HUN-cliff) is also a delight to visit, with its Museum of Modern Art and independent shops and cafes.

Beaches: Not far along the coast the traditional seaside town of Barmouth has miles of wonderful sandy beaches and all the amenities you'd expect, including pubs, arcades, donkey rides, fish and chips, ice cream parlours and shops. Catch the miniature steam train at Fairbourne to enjoy its beautiful beach at the end of your journey. Harlech to the North offers a more wild and rugged beach, plus its imposing castle to visit.

Zip world: For some serious fun there are several Zip World centres nearby, offering adventures such as zip wire safaris, underground trampolines and the UK's only alpine rollercoaster.

Local amenities: The nearest supermarkets are the Eurospar and Co-op in Dolgellau, both relatively small but with a good selection of groceries. Additionally, both Morrisons and Asda deliver to the house if you want to get organised in advance. (Be sure to add a note for the delivery driver saying to come up from Dolgellau via Llanfachreth, otherwise they tend to get lost!)

 

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  • Sun: 10am - 8pm
  • Bank Holidays: 10am - 6pm
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