Pen Y Graig
Description
This delightful semi-detached cottage is true to its name, Pen y Graig which translates ‘Head of the Rock’ is a quirky character filled cottage that enjoys an elevated situation in the village of Talysarn, in the slate quarrying and stunningly scenic Nantlle Valley, just on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park.
The cottage is accessed via a sloping pathway and 23 steps from the roadside, it’s a bit of a climb but you will be rewarded with stunning views of the surrounding countryside making this lovely cottage a great base for a couple, two friends or a small family.
The cottage, set next to the owners' home, has been successfully refurbished to a good standard throughout with a well-appointed interior and a very homely feel.
The sitting room has exposed beams and is a wonderful place to relax and unwind after a busy day out and about exploring.
It is ideally placed with patio doors and seating to enjoy those amazing views, benefitting from a southerly aspect, with natural light just flooding in.
The cosy dining area provides an intimate atmosphere to enjoy a meal together, prepared in the well-equipped kitchen.
Upstairs, two bedrooms are nicely appointed with the double bedroom enjoying some fantastic countryside views, making breakfast in bed a real treat.
Both bedrooms are serviced by a well-appointed, modern shower room.
Outside your lovely holiday cottage is a seating area which catches the sun all day long and provides wonderful views and at the rear there is a lovely garden area accessed by some steps with a further seating area, offering peace and quiet while you enjoy a glass of something chilled.
The area surrounding Pen y Graig is a haven for walkers and wildlife lovers.
The cottage is located close to the Dorothea Quarry where there are some wonderful walks and hidden lakes deep within, whilst the stunningly beautiful Llyn Nantlle Uchaf and Nantlle Valley are easily accessible too.
Pant Du Vineyard and Orchard is less than a mile away and well worth a visit.
Perhaps pick up a couple of bottles of Welsh wine to enjoy later.
The beautiful Dinas Dinlle Blue Flag beach, offering a sloping shoreline, sand dunes and rock pools is just five miles away, and the historic, medieval walled town of Caernarfon, dominated by its majestic mediaeval castle and boasting an array of shops and restaurants, is only eight miles away.
Alternatively, Llanberis, the starting points for many routes up Mount Snowdon, is also within easy reach, making sure you will be spoilt for choice for great days out.
With the rugged beauty of Wales’s lush green hills, rocky peaks and sandy shores just waiting to be discovered, this sweet cottage provides relaxing holiday accommodation and offers a great base for a break away at any time of the year.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Garden / Patio
- Pet Friendly
- Near Pub / Shop
- Smoke Free
- Wifi
- Garden / Patio
- Pet Friendly
- Near Pub / Shop
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
What guests are saying
Absolutely perfect accommodation.
Such a beautiful and peaceful area, we slept so well. The cottage is really cosy and has everything you could need. Perfectly placed to explore Snowdon, Llanberis, Portmerion, Angelsey etc. Gwyn was very friendly and helpful and on hand if needed.
Lovely little cottage ideally situated for exploring Snowdonia national park.
No issues at all throughout our stay, we already miss waking up to those views. If I was to be really picky I would say the oven hob takes an age to heat up, (I’m used to a gas hob!) but when it does it’s very efficient, and the lack of a washing machine might be a slight inconvenience if it was a longer stay, but that is really just nit picking.
Decent base, but needs some deep cleaning and maintenance.
The property was okay as a base for our trip and provided all the basic facilities, but it really needs a deep spring clean. The cobwebs everywhere were noticeable, and the oven was in such a state that we wouldn't use it. There weren't enough kitchen utensils to cook anything anyway. If you are looking to unwind with a movie after a long day of walking, be aware that there is no Smart TV (no Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc.). We also couldn't connect to the Wi-Fi at all; the handwritten code provided kept giving us an error message. The bed was very uncomfortable - the mattress and pillows definitely need an upgrade as we really struggled to sleep. It has potential, but needs attention.
Good to know
House Rules
Smoking
Not permitted
Property notes
One well behaved dog welcome, but they must not be allowed on the furniture or upstairs.
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 10:00
Property ref
948269
Parking
Road Side
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome