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Yr Hen Dy Capel

Blaenau Ffestiniog, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 1015532)

4.7

Menai Holiday Cottages rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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44 Customer Review(s)

  • Donald

    “I stay in the area every 2 months and I’m from this area with family going back generations!”

    I dislike giving negative reviews and only had 2 other stays out of over 30 + cottages here with average reviews otherwise I often return to most cottages. I feel I have to list things to make it clear to ensure they are addressed for future visitors without sounding petty. Very disappointing with lack of basic utensils such as no veg peeler, no whisk, no spatula, a side had broken off handle, broken bottle opener, 2 frying pans both burnt, some crockery a bit worn and especially dinner ...

    I dislike giving negative reviews and only had 2 other stays out of over 30 + cottages here with average reviews otherwise I often return to most cottages. I feel I have to list things to make it clear to ensure they are addressed for future visitors without sounding petty. Very disappointing with lack of basic utensils such as no veg peeler, no whisk, no spatula, a side had broken off handle, broken bottle opener, 2 frying pans both burnt, some crockery a bit worn and especially dinner plates. Lack of oven proof dishes(only 1 large lasagna dish) nothing else! Other broken items - mirror taped up in bedroom, frustrating with kitchen bin lid broken. We have never stay anywhere where there is such a lack of ‘basic’ facilities and don’t expect too much in a starter pack for fire but this was very poor! One ‘hand towel’ for two persons for 7 days! Freezer iced up and really needed a proper clean and defrosting. Fridge very small inside and broken light so difficult to see dial as temperature very temperamental and no battery in torch when I tried to use it to cede fridge dial. Think the fridge is so old needs replacing. Damp smell everywhere evidence on skirtings some ceilings and base cupboards in kitchen showing black mould from damp inc plaster coming off walls by front hall etc. Not great for asthma sufferers like myself. This is not condensation this requires damp proofing as many old cottages do and have been damp proofed over the years. Cleanliness needs a bit of attention with dust in places and more so in bedside cabinets and lamps just felt a bit grubby in places. Finishing on a more positive note the shower pressure is great and good some rooms with cosy living room, furnished quite nicely in bedrooms, bed a bit small for a double. Parking we managed outside the house quite well. I regularly stay in Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llan Ffestiniog, Tanygrisiau and other areas close by, on the whole, Hen ty Capel is too disappointing to return too. Needs a little attention and added extras to make it worthy of a good review.

    - Donald, September 2024

    Thank you for your comments. The towels were indeed a regrettable cleaning company oversight, we are very sorry about this and we would have resolved this straightaway if we had known at the time. The mirror tape is actually the manuacturer factory tape which seals the rear of the mirror; this type of backing and manufacturer tape is standard on the rear of this type of mirror. The kitchen bin did have a temporary repair and I can confirm it has now been replaced. Apologies if the freezer had too much ice, this can take time to defrost properly and so is not always possible on a changeover but was due to be done at the end of this season, apologies for any inconvenience. The fridge light has now been sorted and the fridge is fully operational again. To my knowledge, the skirting boards and kitchen cupboards were fine when I last visited and there was no odour. We have not received any other guest concerns about this but will of course have those areas checked. The frying pans while they do show usage due to the property being in use so often due to its popularity, are both definitely clean and functional. The sieve is a style that does not have a handle, but we would of course have provided a vegetable peeler and a new bottle opener if we had known, as we pride ourselves on how well equipped the property is, as seen by several other guest reviews this year. We do give a contact number out pre arrival to guests in case they need any help or have any queries and Sykes also have several contact avenues for guests including email, web message, Whatsapp and also a dedicated telephone line for guests at any of their portfolio of properties who may need help during their stay, but unfortunately neither Sykes nor myself were aware you had any issues until you sent your feedback through approximately a month after you had checked out. We are sorry we were not given the opportunity to help you during your stay as we would have done so immediately. Property Owner

Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double & 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • First floor snug with Smart TV, games console and bean bags
  • Kitchen/diner with electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • 43” 4K Smart TV in siting room plus BluRay/DVD player and Sky basic entertainment package (movies and sports not included)
  • Enclosed front patio with furniture and terrace garden to the rear with furniture
  • The property also has gas central heating
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.5 miles, pubs 1 mile in Blaenau Ffestiniog
  • Note: Rear garden isn't secure so please supervise pets and children
  • Roadside parking on a first-come, first-served basis (plus further parking 100 yards from the property)
  • Please note: Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at this property as cables would cross a public foot path and road, charging points available locally
  • Please note for Smart TV app usage eg Netflix, iplayer etc, guests need their own account to log in and please do remember to log back out before checkout

The property

Settled at the centre of the town of Blaenau Ffestiniog is this charming end-of-terrace cottage, Yr Hen Dy Capel. Boasting a marvellous base for four guests to explore the Snowdonia National Park, you’re sure to find excitement around every corner of this area of Wales. Walk past your private enclosed patio area and through the front door to be greeted by a homely spot to spend your holiday.

Step into the sitting room and take a seat into the plush sofa, lighting up the woodburning stove for that extra bit of warmth in the winter months, this room makes a great spot to spend a relaxing evening when you’re not exploring the delights of the local town.

To the other side of the property is the contemporary-styled kitchen/diner, here you can prepare tasty treats using the supplied essentials, enjoy a family game night around the dining table, and toast to a wonderful holiday.

On the first floor are the two bright and airy bedrooms, featuring a double and a twin room.

To the rear of the dwelling is a raised garden area where you can enjoy your morning coffee and the fresh countryside breeze.

The immediate location of the property is great for those seeking an action-packed break, with the town playing host to a variety of shops and eateries, historic landmarks, and the renowned Zip World Slate Caverns (half a mile away - the longest zip line in Europe), there’s plenty of adventure to discover on your doorstep.

Choose to explore the delights of the Snowdonia National Park up close and take the trek to the summit to be greeted by extraordinary landscapes like no other.

Within reach by a scenic car journey you can find Portmeirion, an attractive Italianate village boasting character and charm, it’s well-worth a visit as well as Criccieth and Harlech Castles and various beautiful beaches.

With access to the picturesque harbour of Porthmadog too, Yr Hen Dy Capel is a wonderful base for exploring both the coast and countryside of North Wales.

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About the location

BLAENAU FFESTINIOG

Porthmadog 11 miles.

The fascinating old slate town of Blaenau Ffestiniog is situated in a superb position for exploring the Snowdonia National Park. There is a good selection of shops, pubs and places to eat. The main local attractions include Zip World Slate caverns, the longest zip line in Europe and fastest in the world, this is a great underground adventure. The slate mines now hold the prestigious status of a world heritage site, awarded by UNESCO and visitors can take enthralling underground trips there to see mining as it was done in days gone by. The famous narrow gauge Ffestiniog mountain railway also runs for 13 miles through the Snowdonia National Park to the harbour town of Porthmadog. Nearby is Portmeirion village, famous for its architecture and the film set of the cult TV series The Prisoner, plus local beaches, suitable for children, are within easy driving distance.

Please note: Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at this property as cables would cross a public foot path and road. Charging points available locally.
Note: Rear garden isn't secure so pets and children to be supervised please

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas