Hafod Cae Maen

Portmeirion, Gwynedd
Self-catering
+44 (0)7525 487295
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Per night
£175 - £733
Per week
£1345 - £3445

8 beds

Bedroom

4 bedrooms

Sleeps

Sleeps 8

Children welcome
Pets welcome
Babies welcome

An Edwardian villa with stunning views, polished floors, cosy fires and child-friendly garden a short walk from lovely Portmeirion

Per night
£175 - £733
Per week
£1345 - £3445

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£175 - £733 per night

£1345 - £3445 per week

The Experience

You approach from the back, down the bumpy track, over the cattle grid… but the glory of this handsome villa is the front and the view. Overlooking the Dwyryd estuary and rolling Welsh hills you’re a ten-minute wander into the Italianate fantasy village of Portmeirion where you’ll find restaurants, cafés and a deserted beach.

The estate is covered in subtropical woodlands and the house’s terraced gardens, part-overrun, are heaven for children to hide-and-seek in. Adults have long lawns and a barbecue for al fresco dining. Inside is comfortable: Edwardian windows and polished oak floors, wood-burners in fireplaces, book-filled shelves. Toys, games and DVDs invite children to settle in, there’s a panelled library with an open fire and calming bedrooms. The master room opens onto a balcony with views over the estuary.

A generous hamper filled with lovely local stuff waits in the kitchen. The best of North Wales is at your feet: Black Rock Sands beach is a 15-minute drive, Porthmadog a 20-minute stroll, Snowdonia not much further.

Hafod Cae Maen - Gallery

We think you'll love

  • Admiring the wonderful views from the terrace
  • Unwinding in the library by the fire
  • Strolling into Portmeirion
Hafod Cae Maen - Gallery

You should know

  • Dogs are welcome downstairs - not in the bedrooms
  • The four bedrooms share a bathroom and a separate shower room
  • The track won't suit sports cars

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 £175
Weekly price
from £1345
Damage deposit
£500
1 House for 8
From £1758 beds4 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 4pm
Check out
By 10am
Other details
Short breaks available. Pets welcome (downstairs only).
Closed
Never.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.

Reviews

The terraced garden would be a joy to sit in with its views across the estuary to the mountains.The thought of being lucky enough to spot an osprey could keep me there for hours. Then, to be able to walk back through the french windows into the cosy and welcoming sitting room or Library, would be a perfect way to unwind. Home from home, but in an Edwardian style with a warm, contemporary twist.
Inspected Karen Sawday's Inspector

Kate, Southport

Thank you for an amazing week. The house felt like staying in your own home,so welcoming & comfortable. Thank you Paul for being so helpful. We will definitely be back.


Yvonne, Garstang

What a complete and utter joy it has been to immerse ourselves in the history and picturesque location of this truly beautiful property. The secure garden allowed both a bouncy dog and toddler to run off their energy, explore and thrive. The apple tree was a big hit and the views of rainbows over the bay brightened the rainy days. A huge thank you to Paul and Clare for facilitating a fantastic holiday with such a warm welcome in a unique location.


Kate, Liverpool

It's the loveliest, loveliest house. As soon as you get through the gate (after driving past Bertrand Russell's house) you can feel your blood pressure lower and the cares of the world start to drift away. Walking out onto the lawn overlooking the estuary and the mountains is absolutely magical! The house is absolutely delightful - Paul and Claire have kept to the ethos of the Arts and Crafts movement, and everything is both beautiful and useful. And yes, the bedding is that special, and the beds are that comfy. Aspirational and inspirational. Didn't want to leave. And the dog loved it too. xx


Jenny, Wirral

We very much appreciated the wonderful Welcome Hamper and flowers. The house has been perfect in every way and catered brilliantly for five adult adults and a dog. We had need for nothing. Hafod Cae Maen is in a peaceful setting with fantastic views and walks from the door. In conclusion we could not have wished for any more and we thank you for your hospitality. We hope to come back in the near future to explore more of this area.


Location

The neighbourhood

Set on its own peninsula reaching into the estuary, this fantastical collection of colourful buildings with an Italian influence was masterminded by Welsh architect Sir Clough Williams-Ellis. Today the buildings are all heritage listed and the site is a conservation area. There are stretches of quiet sandy beaches to discover, Porthmadog has a popular indoor swimming centre and Snowdonia is close.

Local points of interest from Paul de Thierry

  • A ten minute walk through woods to Portmeirion village. A truly unique place where there is plenty to look at and lovely woodland walks. Also two good restaurants and a fantastic ice-cream shop!
  • Take a picnic and walk through the sub-tropical woodlands of Portmeirion to a deserted beach.
  • Beddgelert, Harlech and Capel Curig are within easy reach and wonderful places to visit
  • Boston Lodge halt for the Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland narrow-gauge steam railways is ten minutes by footpath. Steam enthusiasts can also book to go on Snowdon Mountain Railway.
  • Ideal base for walking in the Snowdonia National Park and visiting stunning local beaches including Harlech and Morfa Nevyn.
  • Adrenaline junkies can experience an extreme zip wire ride or bounce on a gigantic underground trampoline at Llechwedd Slate Caverns while their non-adrenaline junkie friends visit the historic slate mines!

Introducing

Paul de Thierry

As a child, Paul de Thierry visited his grandfather who lived beside the local steam railway. He fell in love with the area and the villa and is now lucky enough to own it. He is delighted to be able to share this special place with others.