Gelliwaen

Llanbedr, Gwynedd
Self-catering
+44 (0)7827 444070
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Per night
£139 - £297
Per week
£972 - £2082

6 beds

Bedroom

4 bedrooms

Sleeps

Sleeps 8

Children welcome
Babies welcome

A lovely 1650 Welsh longhouse, beamed and flagstoned with a verdant garden in a totally unspoilt spot in the Snowdonia National Park

Per night
£139 - £297
Per week
£972 - £2082

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£139 - £297 per night

£972 - £2082 per week

The Experience

From the road the cottage looks small but it is far from it. Whitewashed walls give a bright feel, comfy sofas surround a knockout wood-burner in the grand fireplace, there’s a desk for working, a separate dining area and lots of books, DVDs and games.

The kitchen, with a fresh modern feel, is just off the dining room so cooks will still feel part of the action and they’ll find all the kit they need plus plenty of prepping space. You’re left a plentiful welcome basket of tasty local things including Welsh biscuits and crisps and locally-made jams. Upstairs bedrooms are at separate ends of the cottage – all with organic cotton bed linen, Welsh blankets and views over the garden; one has a glimpse of the sea.

The sheltered natural garden has mature trees, uneven ground, hammocks and a fire bowl, the birdsong is joyous and as night falls the stars, and the bats, appear. This is a Dark Sky Area so on clear nights you’re in for a treat.

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We think you'll love

  • Long summer days in the garden listening to birdsong, eating outdoors, toasting marshmallows round the fire bowl
  • Being close to mountains for fabulous hiking and some superb beaches for picnics, rock pooling, swimming
  • Coming in winter for even more dramatic skies and weather, lighting the wood-burner, cooking, reading
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You should know

  • The bedrooms share one bathroom and one shower room – there's an extra loo downstairs
  • Sorry, no dogs
  • You park in the layby opposite the cottage – all yours

Essentials

  • EV charger
  • Self check-in
  • Swimming pool
  • Hot tub
  • Garden
  • Open fire / woodburner
  • Breakfast included
  • Breakfast available
  • Meals available
  • Vegetarian meals
  • Oven
  • Parking on premises
  • Free parking nearby
  • Accessible by public transport
  • WiFi
  • Television
  • Central heating
  • Limited mobility
  • Wheelchair access
  • Mobile reception
  • Hob
  • Barbecue
  • Paid parking nearby
  • Air conditioning
  • Relaxation areas
  • Washing machine
  • Tennis court
  • Microwave oven
  • No smoking
  • Credit cards
  • Working farm
  • Owner has pets
  • Electricity included
  • Dishwasher
  • Pets welcome

Family friendly

  • Baby monitor
  • Books and toys
  • Children welcome
  • Babies welcome
  • Stair gates
  • High chair
  • Fire guard
  • Cot available

Nearby

  • Pub/bar within 3 miles
  • Restaurant within 3 miles
  • Shop within 3 miles

Activities

  • Bikes available
  • Food courses
  • Kayaking
  • Other courses
  • Sailing
  • Surfing
  • Wild swimming

Pricing

Nightly price
from £139
Weekly price
from £972
Damage deposit
£100
1 House for 8
From £1396 beds4 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in
4pm
Check out
10am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 10% discount for single occupancy (use of only 1 bedroom).
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.

Reviews

Visiting this hidden gem of a property was a delight. Tucked away in the rural countryside it gives you peace and tranquillity but is within easy reach of so many activities including the gorgeous coastline, the list is endless. The owners have given so much thought into making this spacious but cosy cottage feel so welcoming and homely. Every comfort and convenience seemed to be thought of.
Inspected Nikki Sawday's Inspector

Cassie, Arkansas, USA

We had such a wonderful stay at this lovely house—it was everything we hoped it would be. The location was beautiful, and the house felt so special, it made for a fantastic hub for all of the places we wanted to explore, and we all looked forward to coming back to the super comfy beds. Not only was the house exactly as pictured, but so were the beautiful flowers that we loved looking at—if I could have somehow smuggled those hydrangea bushes home in my suitcase, I would have! I cannot think of anything that would have made our stay here better— I hope we make it back some day!


Jessica, Australia

Gelliwaen was the most wonderful cottage! It was spotlessly clean, so well-equipped, there were beautiful welcome gifts of Welsh food. Everything you could possibly want in the kitchen was there and more! The surrounding countryside and walks were amazing!


Amanda, London

We’ve had an awesome time in your beautiful cottage. We appreciated all the little touches – like the fire ready to be lit, and all the delicious goodies. There are so many walks, rivers, lakes and other things to do. We will definitely be back to swim in more of your gorgeous water spots!


Jonny & Jenny, London

What a beautiful place. We had a very special stay here. The accommodation is lovely, spacious and clean. Well appointed kitchen and communal areas. The incredible garden was the highlight.


Location

The neighbourhood

At the back of the garden there's a gate onto a mountain path – here you'll find the wild goats. The nearest village is Llandbedr (2.5 miles) where you'll find a little huddle of shops and two pubs. Harlech (20 mins) has the super Y Groser for Welsh cheese, wine, pastries and pies. Head to Barmouth for good fish and chips, catch a steam train, fish, climb, paddle board, visit historical sites.

Local points of interest from Emma Wakefield

  • Gelliwaen is in the heart of the 'wild and beautiful’ Rhinog mountains. From Cwm Bwchan and the Roman Steps (where wild goats roam) to the peaks of Rhinog Fach and Rhinog Fawr there are walks for everyone.
  • Benar Beach - a long stretch of unspoilt golden sand where you can swim with a view of the mountains is a short drive away. Morfa Bychan and Llandanwg are two more beautiful beaches close by.
  • 20 minutes away is the world heritage site of Harlech Castle. In the town you'll find lovely Welsh produce from Y Groser, textiles from Cae Du Designs, award-winning ice cream at Hufenfa'r Castell and the steepest street in the Northern Hemisphere.
  • Wild swimming; from the river two minutes from the front door, to the mountain lake in Cwm Bwchan to Llyn Hywel nestled amongst the peaks of Rhinog Fach to Nantcol Waterfalls, a short walk away there are so many stunning places to discover.
  • Ffestiniog Railway is the oldest independent railway company in the world. The steam train takes you on a 13½ mile journey from the harbour in Porthmadog to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog, climbing over 700 feet into the mountains.
  • Wander round Portmeirion - an Italianate village designed by Clough Williams-Ellis - who is reported to have designed and built the huge chimney and sun-room at Gelliwaen. You can also visit Clough Ellis's house, Plas Brondanw.