Ty Coch Maentwrog

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Ms Remmington
June 2019

“We had a lovely holiday at Ty Coch cottage and definitely intend on returning.”

It's in a beautiful location and the garden is stunning (but perfectly secure and able to hold in our somewhat energetic Labrador as well as our four year old daughter!). I couldn't fault any aspect as there was everything to hand that you may need during your stay and the touch of the little 'gift studio' so that you could purchase the owners ceramic giftware was a lovely added bonus. It's very conveniently located yet still manages to feel wonderfully secluded - I can't recommend enough! ...

It's in a beautiful location and the garden is stunning (but perfectly secure and able to hold in our somewhat energetic Labrador as well as our four year old daughter!). I couldn't fault any aspect as there was everything to hand that you may need during your stay and the touch of the little 'gift studio' so that you could purchase the owners ceramic giftware was a lovely added bonus. It's very conveniently located yet still manages to feel wonderfully secluded - I can't recommend enough! Many thanks
Mr Travis May 2019

“Ty Coch is a wonderful cottage which is welcoming, well equipped and comfortable.”

Also we found it spotlessly clean. The garden is absolutely magical! Great for relaxing in and for children to explore. The waterfall at the edge of the garden was lovely too. We would highly recommend this cottage
Mr Waite May 2019

“The setting for Ty Coch Maentwrog is very good, being within the Snowdonia National Park.”

Maentwrog is at the cross-roads of 2 main roads in North Wales, so access to other parts of the country is easy. There is a pub/hotel nearby that serves food of adequate quality; TripAdvisor feedback is variable. The track up to the cottage is sign-posted as a footpath, but it is obvious that it is used by vehicles. Before you go, use an on-line mapping service with a street-level view to determine where the track is and what its entrance looks like, or you could miss it. The property itself is clean, but be aware that all heating and hot water is controlled by an oil burning stove in the living room, and this must not be tampered with. Even in the summer this heater must be left on, so I imagine that the room could get very hot. Also be aware that there is a constant background smell of fuel oil in the room. If you like to cook when on holiday, the kitchen is fairly well appointed; I found a lack of saucepans to be irritating. For some reason, the owners have the microwave sitting on top of the fridge/freezer, which is far too high to be safe; we moved it to the work surface. For your entertainment, a male blackbird attacks the windows of the downstairs' rooms several times a day.

Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed the setting and location of the cottage. The track to the property is a designated footpath and also has an additional use of providing access to Ty Coch. We are mindful that the oil stove might be too hot in the summer, and it is switched off if the night time temperature is above 15 degrees centigrade. The house is then serviced by supplementary electric heaters, underfloor heating in the kitchen, a log burner and an immersion heater for hot water. On windy days, there might be an occasional smell of smoke from the oil burner, and unfortunately, this can't be helped. We are happy for guests to place the microwave wherever is convenient for them and we do provide five saucepans for guests' use. We wholeheartedly agree that the blackbird does provide some entertainment protecting his brood from his own reflection. Owner relations
H Hall

“Plenty of space for a family of 4 and dog to spread out and relax.”

Love the fires and heated floors. The garden is great for all to explore and has beautiful views. Close to lots of brilliant things to do.
Gerda

“A pleasant house, we realy felt at home.”

We liked to sit in the garden, and enjoyed the fireplace on rainy days. A good location for exploring Snowdonia.
“Absolutely perfect in every way.”

Fab location, very well equipped and a nice welcome pack on arrival.
Constance Miles

“Clean, tidy beautiful location.”

Well serviced with everything required
Jenny Newman

“A brilliant cottage, comfortable, warm and tastefully furnished, in a stunning location.”

The owners have thought of absolutely everything. We especially enjoyed the woodland walks just behind the house.
Gillian Heeley

“Perfect location, beautiful surroundings, well equipped.”

Like home from home, everything you could possibly need and more. This was our second visit to Ty Coch, can't wait to do it all again.
“Perfect location, everything you could possibly need and then some more!”
Tania Brand

“Beautiful cottage, we had a lovely holiday in Ty Coch.”

It was probably one of the best equipped holiday cottages we have stayed in, with everything we needed for our family of 5 and 1 dog! Owners were really helpful, even letting us know that the cottage was ready earlier than expected.
Michael Carne

“A real home from home.”

Beautiful cottage, fabulous location and brilliant communication from the owner
Val Willcox

“Amazing, comfortable and beautiful holiday cottage.”

Well thought out, really well equipped.
H Sandland

“Good property , only problem lock and locking gate continually, a bit fiddly”
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The property

What a delightful holiday cottage Ty Coch is!

Located in the stunning Snowdonia National Park, this pretty stone cottage certainly has kerb appeal.

Standing alone in an acre of gardens which are beautifully landscaped, the stream tinkles down alongside the house from the National Trust oak woodland past the cottage. Sitting in an area of designated special scientific interest, you can access the woodland from the grounds and the fields in front - perfect for relaxing days when you want to leave the car on the drive.

Once belonging to the head gardener for Plas Tan Y Bwlch, you can expect to see a variety of beautiful flowers around Ty Coch - including impressive azaleas and rhododendrons! "What a pretty cottage!

Plenty of parking, quiet location, close to a good pub, beautiful gardens....what more could you need?" Wander from the cottage to the Oakley Arms for a lovely lunch or evening meal, or head out to explore some of the beautiful walks on offer in and around Maentwrog.

There are so many attractions & things to do with a short drive including The Italianate Village of Portmeirion, steam trains galore or shopping on the High Street in Porthmadog. Just a short drive from Ty Coch is Harlech with its vast expanse of golden beaches and imposing castle.

A little further again to the picturesque village of Llanbedr, (you must visit the Victoria Pub), & Shell Island.

For a different day out, you might even fancy heading over to Barmouth for the day where you might catch the donkeys on the beach or take a spin on the waltzers.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x twin 1 x single, 1 x double ensuite
Ensuite shower, WC and basin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin
Cloakroom with WC
Kitchen with breakfast table
Sitting room with oil burning stove and dining area
Snug room with wood burning stove.
Central heating with oil stove, wood burning stove and underfloor heating in kitchen
Electric oven and hob, fridge freezer, washing machine, dryer, microwave, slow cooker
Freesat TV, DVD player, ipod dock, WiFi
High chair, travel cot (No linen)
Bed linen and towels provided
Off road parking for at least 3 cars
Pub and restaurant 0.3 miles
Shop 3.8 miles
NOTE Cottage has its own borehole, which is safe to drink but some guests prefer to bring their own bottled water.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

MAENTWROG

Tan y Bwlch 0.5 miles; Blaenau Ffestiniog 3 miles; Penrhyndeudraeth 4 miles; Porthmadog 7 miles.

Maentwrog is a village and community in the Welsh county of Gwynedd, lying in the Vale of Ffestiniog just below Blaenau Ffestiniog, within the Snowdonia National Park. The River Dwyryd runs alongside the village, on the periphery and adds to the picturesque environment. The village has its own highly regarded traditional inn, the Grapes Hotel, well known for its food and atmosphere and the Oakeley Arms is also nearby. The scenic area around Maentwrog has many public footpaths plus the beauty spot of Plas Tan Y Bwlch and the Ffestiniog Steam Railway are also within a few miles. Nearby Plas Tan y Bwlch, substantially rebuilt during the 19th century by the Oakeley family on the site of a first house probably built in the early 17th century, overlooks the village. Plas Tan y Bwlch has its own halt - Plas Halt - on the Ffestiniog Railway, and nearby Tan-y-Bwlch railway station is the railway's principal intermediate station. Maentwrog means Twrog's stone and according to legend, a giant known as Twrog hurled a boulder from the top of a hill down into the settlement, destroying a pagan altar. This stone is said to be the one located in St Twrog's Church courtyard. It is said that if one rubs this boulder one is fated to return to the village in the future. The village settlement expanded in the 19th century to house workers from local slate mines. Within the village community is the imposing Plas Tan y Bwlch, home of the Snowdonia National Park Study Centre and former residence of the Oakeley family. A superb base from which to discover the Snowdonia National Park and all of North Wales.

Note: The cottage has its own natural water supply from a borehole. This is perfectly safe to drink but some people may prefer to bring their own drinking water. The mobile phone signal is average. The best signal is by the kitchen window.

Maentwrog, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 1009077)

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“We had a lovely holiday at Ty Coch cottage and definitely intend on returning.”

“Ty Coch is a wonderful cottage which is welcoming, well equipped and comfortable.”

“The setting for Ty Coch Maentwrog is very good, being within the Snowdonia National Park.”

“Plenty of space for a family of 4 and dog to spread out and relax.”

“A pleasant house, we realy felt at home.”

“Absolutely perfect in every way.”

“Clean, tidy beautiful location.”

“A brilliant cottage, comfortable, warm and tastefully furnished, in a stunning location.”

“Perfect location, beautiful surroundings, well equipped.”

“Perfect location, everything you could possibly need and then some more!”

“Beautiful cottage, we had a lovely holiday in Ty Coch.”

“A real home from home.”

“Amazing, comfortable and beautiful holiday cottage.”

“Good property , only problem lock and locking gate continually, a bit fiddly”

The property

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MAENTWROG