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Caereinion

Harlech, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 1159808)

Customer rating

4.2★

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  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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11 Customer Review(s)

  • Jason

    “We stayed at Caereinion for a week in early November and overall had a lovely time.”

    The house itself is truly beautiful. The driveway is large enough for an SUV and easy to get onto once you get used to the steep hill—personally, I found reversing on much easier. When you enter the property, you step straight into the main living room, which is tastefully furnished and immediately cozy and inviting. The large open fireplace with its impressive log burner is a real centrepiece, and what we believe is an old bread oven built into the side adds even more charm. The exposed ...

    The house itself is truly beautiful. The driveway is large enough for an SUV and easy to get onto once you get used to the steep hill—personally, I found reversing on much easier. When you enter the property, you step straight into the main living room, which is tastefully furnished and immediately cozy and inviting. The large open fireplace with its impressive log burner is a real centrepiece, and what we believe is an old bread oven built into the side adds even more charm. The exposed wooden beams give the room heaps of character; you really do feel like you’re in a warm, historic cottage. The three sofas offer plenty of extremely comfortable seating for a family. The lounge does get quite dark during the day due to the small window—this is made worse if a car is parked outside, as it blocks most of the natural light. That said, in the evenings the darkness actually adds to the cosy atmosphere, especially with the fire going. There’s also a smart TV for streaming. The Wi-Fi is very basic, topping out at around 16 Mbps down and 0.5 Mbps up, which made video calls tricky. Streaming was generally fine. Given that Harlech has full-fibre available, an upgrade here would be a great improvement. Just off the lounge is a spacious downstairs shower room shared with the downstairs bedroom. There was a slight damp smell, but with the exposed stonework and old fireplace in there, it wasn’t unexpected. A small courtyard leads from the lounge to a set of steps up to the upper-tier garden. This is also where you’ll find the large utility room with the washing machine. Upstairs is a wonderfully large kitchen with a generous family dining table. It’s well equipped with everything you need to cook a proper meal, with a good selection of crockery, utensils, and pans. There’s no air fryer, which is unusual for a rental nowadays, but there is a Nespresso machine and a box of Starbucks pods provided. The welcome pack was a lovely touch and included the coffee pods, Borders biscuits (my favourite!), a bottle of red wine, and milk in the fridge. A door from the kitchen leads to a fully enclosed, well-kept garden—perfect for our two small dogs. There are two seating areas, including one with sun loungers. Sadly, the weather was largely awful during our stay, so we didn’t get to enjoy the garden as much as we’d have liked, but the views were still fantastic. You can see the sea in the distance, look out over lower Harlech, and best of all, enjoy a stunning view of Harlech Castle—especially beautiful when illuminated at night. Upstairs there are three twin bedrooms (no double beds). Two are a good size and one is more of a box room. The two larger rooms have charming exposed stonework, adding to their character. Unfortunately, the beds were the biggest downside of our stay. We found the mattresses extremely uncomfortable—thin, springy, and what we jokingly referred to as “caravan mattresses.” After a poor first night’s sleep we tried all the beds, but they were all the same. This really surprised us, as everything else about the property is so thoughtfully done. In our opinion, upgrading the mattresses is something the owners should urgently prioritise. The upstairs bathroom is spacious and features a lovely deep freestanding bath. Overall, the property was very clean, with just a little mould around the silicone in the shower, which is an easy fix. One thing we really appreciated was how warm the cottage was—the central heating worked brilliantly, and despite very cold weather, we were never chilly. Hot water was plentiful as well. We would love to return to Caereinion. It’s a beautiful, comfortable cottage, that oozes character, in a wondaful location - Harlech is beautiful with a perfect beach on your doorstep, a quaint village with local shops and restaurants all within a few mins walk. Once the mattresses are replaced, it will be close to perfect. We’ll definitely keep an eye on the listing for updates and hope to return soon.

    - Jason, November 2025
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Summary

  • Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor twin with Jack-and-Jill access to shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 3 x twin
  • Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • First-floor kitchen/diner
  • External Utility
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Oil central heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee maker and hair dryer
  • Smart TV, selection of books and games, WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, barbecue, plus garden terrace
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 0.1 miles, beach 1.1 miles
  • Note: Avoid the steep road below the house by car in wet weather
  • Note: Young children need to be supervised due to steps

The property

Caereinion is a charming, four-bedroom cottage resting in the beautiful seaside town of Harlech, Gwynedd.

With close proximity to amenities, a large sandy beach, and golf course, this property is the perfect hideaway for a family holiday.

Set in an elevated position with views of Eryri (Snowdonia), and hosting original features with exposed brickwork and beams, a wood-burning stove and slate flooring.

Located near a great selection of shops, restaurants, and attractions, as well as off-road parking, this property is a fantastic base.

Enter the sitting room, a relaxing space furnished with a smart TV, three sofas, and an inglenook fireplace.

Venture to the first floor to find the kitchen/diner, well-equipped with an electric oven, a gas hob, a microwave, a dishwasher, a fridge/freezer, a coffee maker, and a dining area with seating for eight.

If the sun is shining, make use of the enclosed garden with a terrace area to marvel at the views of the castle; unwind on the furniture and make use of the barbecue for a treat.

As day draws to night, retire inside the cottage, where on the first floor is a twin bedroom with Jack-and-Jill access to the shower room and on the first floor are three more light and airy twin bedrooms.

In the morning, prepare for the day ahead in the bathroom to relax your muscles in the freestanding tub or opt for a rinse in the shower.

The historic town of Harlech is home to a medieval fortress to learn about the past, Harlech Castle, which also offers incredible views of the local scenery.

The Royal St. David's Golf Club is ideal for golf enthusiasts, and for a day at the seaside, venture down to the Sand Beaches for a day besides the sea.

The town offers a pub, convenience store, and a selection of independent stores selling local goods, including home-made chocolate and ice cream.

There are also plenty of activities throughout the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park to keep you busy, including hiking, cycling, and golfing.

Visit the town of Porthmadog, home to the Maritime Museum, which tells the story of the town's rich maritime history and close-by is Portmeirion, an Italian-style village built by an eccentric Welshman in the early 1900s.

For a much-needed getaway to Gwynedd, consider Caereinion.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.

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About the location

HARLECH

Barmouth 11 miles; Porthmadog 10 miles.

Situated in a magnificent position between the mountains and the sea, the delightful small town of Harlech is dominated by its majestic 13th century castle. Harlech Castle is recognised as the most impressive of all those built in North Wales by Edward I and has World Heritage status. The town is very popular with golfers, who come to enjoy the famous Royal St. Davids course, whilst the beautiful sandy beach is wonderful for family fun and long walks. Harlech offers an excellent variety of amenities including some good quality restaurants, whilst the whole of the Snowdonia National Park, together with the sandy beaches of Cardigan Bay, are all within easy reach.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
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