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Hen Dy Craig Yr Ronwy

Capel Celyn near Bala, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 1048495)

4.7

Menai Holiday Cottages rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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30 Customer Review(s)

  • Janet

    “This was a really lovely property with everything you could possibly need and more.”

    We loved the welcome pack too which was really appreciated! The hot tub after a long days walking was fantastic. It was an awesome place to stay! We loved this holiday and would definitely return. **********END OF MY REVIEW********* ** Please do not include the following in any review being posted: Small things for property owner that could have been improved: 1) The bath towels were way too small and did not even cover your modesty when wrapped around you. Bigger towels are ...

    We loved the welcome pack too which was really appreciated! The hot tub after a long days walking was fantastic. It was an awesome place to stay! We loved this holiday and would definitely return. **********END OF MY REVIEW********* ** Please do not include the following in any review being posted: Small things for property owner that could have been improved: 1) The bath towels were way too small and did not even cover your modesty when wrapped around you. Bigger towels are definitely needed! 2) The two upstairs bathrooms struggled to drain water away when using sink / shower. We did report this whilst we were there, but it didn’t really improve during our stay. 3) The bedroom door with steps down to the hot tub could not be used properly as the handle kept falling off on the inside. The bottom of the door had to be pushed from the outside to be shut properly. 4) The lighting in the bathroom above the kitchen was not bright enough. Higher wattage bulbs were definitely required. 5) Some sort of shelter for bike storage would have been brilliant. Our bikes were left outside the property.

    - Janet, June 2025

    Thank you for the lovely feedback, it is always appreciated when guests take the time to leave a review and mention the little extras that we leave for guests - the welcome pack, complimentary bathroom toiletries etc; We look forward to your next visit. We do ask guests to tell is how we can make improvements to enhance future guest experience, and thank you for the points you raised. 1) We will purchase larger bath towels and have them in place as soon as possible. 2) Our maintenance man responded to your report and attended the house to resolve the issue; but ultimately it needed a full clearing of the sink waste unit - this has now been completed. 3) We were not aware of any issues with the door and we will aim to have this resolved at next change over, if a new door is required then this will be done as soon as possible. 4} Bathroom lighting ; We think possibly a previous guest may have changed the bulb and put the wrong one in as we were not aware of poor lighting in the bathroom. 5} At the back of the house you will have seen a concrete pad, this is in preparation for a secure outbuilding to store bikes, kayaks etc; As we are within the Snowdonia National Park planning permission is required for any structure to be erected. Property Owner

Summary

  • Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 2 x double with TVs
  • 2 x bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Utility
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Snug with woodburning stove
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Smart TV and WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Front patio with hot tub
  • Please bring your own towels for the hot tub
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 7.6 miles
  • Note: Two dogs are welcome but must remain downstairs
  • Note: There are lots of internal steps, please take care
  • Note: The property is accessed by a farm track

The property

Nestled in a rural location, encompassed by the tranquillity of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, in Capel Celyn near Bala, Gwynedd is Hen Dy Craig Yr Ronwy.

This idyllic, stone-built cottage benefits from a fabulous location within the adventure-filled national park, breath-taking views over Afon Tryweryn, a charming interior adorned with characterful features and four well-appointed bedrooms; the perfect choice for families and friends looking to explore the wonders of North Wales.

Cross the threshold into your new home-from-home and step straight into the welcoming sitting room where you can unwind in front of the gentle warmth of the woodburning stove.

Later, head into the kitchen/diner where you can help rustle up a hearty meal for the full family that can be enjoyed around the dining table.

After dinner, step outside to the private patio where you can savour evening drinks or jump in the hot tub for a soothing soak while you admire the spectacular views of the lake below.

When the evening draws to a close, freshen up in either of the bathrooms or ground-floor shower room before heading upstairs to choose between two king-size or two doubles with TVs.

Venture to the nearby village of Bala where you can stock up on all of your self-catering essentials at the local store or simply enjoy a much needed break from the kitchen with a delicious meal out at The White Lion, Plas Coch Hotel and the Plas Yn Dre, or if you fancy a specific cuisine, try Cwrt for Italian or Bala Spice for Indian.

Bala is also the perfect spot for outdoor enthusiasts thanks to its setting on the banks of Bala Lake, where the daring among you can take to the water on kayaks, paddle boards or canoes; a truly unique and memorable way to admire the breath-taking views across the lake.

Conveniently stooped between two mountains, Arenig Fawr and Arenig Fach, the cottage also makes an ideal base for keen walkers and hikers to explore the picture-perfect scenery.

The National White Water Centre also lies nearby and offers thrill seekers a chance to take on the white rapids with white water rafting training available.

Walking, cycling and hiking routes are also in abundance offering stunning attractions of views at their end, visit Pistyll y Cain Waterfall, Blaenau Ffestiniog Waterfalls or even try to summit Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) itself!

Adventure awaits at Hen Dy Craig Yr Ronwy!

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

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About the location

BALA

Corwen 11 miles; Dolgellau 18 miles; Llangollen 22 miles; Betws-y-Coed 29 miles.

The bustling market town of Bala lies within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park and is located at the head of Llyn Tegid, Bala’s famous lake, which is the largest natural lake in Wales and home to a unique fish called the Gwyniad, a relic of the Ice Age. Renowned as a centre for great watersports including fishing, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and whitewater rafting, Bala is also the headquarters of the narrow gauge Bala Lake Railway. The town itself is steeped in history and has a range of interesting shops, inns and restaurants, and an historical Town Walk. Surrounded by the wonderful Berwyn Mountains on one side and the beautiful Snowdonia Mountain Range on the other, this is a mecca for climbing, walking, mountain biking and many other outdoor activities. An ideal location for touring all of North and Mid Wales including the stunning Cambrian Bay Coast with the six-mile long Harlech Beach, overlooked by its majestic medieval castle. A truly wonderful part of Wales catering for all interests.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas