The Bothy at Coch Hir

Caernarfon, Gwynedd
Self-catering
+44 (0)1286 870314
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Per night
£85 - £105
Per week
£595 - £735

1 bed

Bedroom

1 bedroom

Sleeps

Sleeps 2

Climb Snowdon - or take the train. Swim, cycle, visit Nat Trust houses. A deliciously quirky retreat for 2 (and babe-in-arms) near Anglesey

Per night
£85 - £105
Per week
£595 - £735

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£85 - £105 per night

£595 - £735 per week

The Experience

Denise’s Bothy is a one-off: chock a block with interesting stuff and infused with her warmth and creativity. Solid, small and simple it hunkers happily on its hillside overlooking golden green fields to Anglesey (a 15-minute drive) with the mountains of Snowdonia standing sentry behind. You can climb the largest mountain in Wales – Snowdon – from Llanberis (two miles away) or lazy loafs can take the train! There’s heaps of other outdoorsy things to do: kayaking, paddle boarding, white water rafting; or potter round a National Trust spot – Plas Newydd or Bodnant Gardens are lovely. Head home to get cosy by the wood-burner, fix supper in the narrow kitchen then up to the low raftered mezzanine to sleep deeply in a chunky bed (made by Denise) covered with a nostalgic patchwork quilt. Quirky and characterful: find rope and branch handrails, lime plaster walls and rugged larch floors. Pots of colourful flowers border the lawn, animals mooch about, the scent of herbs wafts through the kitchen window. A rural retreat for a laid-back couple (if you’re looking for mod cons and manicured perfection you won’t find it here) between the mountains and the sea.

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 £85
Weekly price
from £595
1 Cottage for 2
From £851 bed1 bedroom

Information

Booking information

Check in
From 3pm
Check out
By 11am
Other details
Minimum stay: 3 nights. 2 nights at weekends.
Closed
Rarely.
No smoking
Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Owner has pets
Animals living on the property
Meals
Restaurants 2 miles away.

Reviews

Russell, Shrewsbury

A beautiful location in a delightful bothy with plenty of character, including a locally made cherry wood worktop in the kitchen with modern touches such as underfloor heating in the bathroom. Within pleasant walking distance in sight of Snowdon to shops and a pub that serves excellent food. On the edge of the new World Heritage Site.


Sarah, Letchworth

I loved my stay here. It provided a much needed haven in beautiful North Wales. The Bothy was great, and has clearly renovated with love and care, it provided all my needs and Denise is a welcoming and considerate host. The location was perfect - Coch Hir is lovely and it’s easy to get to beaches, towns, mountains etc from there. I hope to stay again.


Lise, London

I had the most wonderful stay at Denise's bothy. It's in an incredibly beautiful spot away from it all, with amazing views of the sunset each evening. It was so cosy, especially with the wood burner on each night, and has everything you need to get away from it all. Denise was also the perfect host and gave me lots of ideas for walks in the area. Can't wait to come back!


Helen, Malvern

What a charming place and a pleasure to stay in a tastefully restored stone building. Great attention to detail to make us feel welcome and comfortable. We liked the locally sourced textiles and craft items too. A glorious sunset from the kitchen window.


Julie, Hertfordshire

The Bothy was the perfect stay for a bit of rare April sunshine and a cosy evening in by the fire. The views are beautiful and there are some lovely walks nearby. Denise made us feel very welcome as did her husband Nick, Shanti the dog and, of course, Smudge the cat who made himself at home in front of the fire in the evening. We’d love to come back and explore more of the area!


Location

The neighbourhood

Local points of interest from Denise Longley

  • Snowdon rising up from nearby Llanberis for walking, or taking the mountain railway to enjoy breathtaking views on a clear day. Lake railway and high ropes course, slate museum and woodland walks in the Padarn Park. Outdoor shops, cafes and restaurants.
  • Exciting zip wire experience reaching speeds up to 100mph in Bethesda, mountain walking and climbing in the Glyderau and Carneddau. Surf Snowdonia Adventure Centre in Conwy valley and many other Adventure Activities within reach
  • Magnificent castle built by Edward I in the World Heritage town of Caerrnarfon. The Welsh Highland Railway also starts from the town. Enjoy the views over to Anglesey as you walk round the castle walls and explore lovely little streets and shops.
  • National Trust properties within easy reach - Penrhyn Castle near Bangor, Plas Newydd in Anglesey, on the banks of the Menai Straights Famous Bodnant Gardens in the Conwy Valley.
  • Beautiful beaches and coastal walks on the Isle of Anglesey. The Victorian town of Llandudno 30 minutes away has two beaches, a dry ski slope, cable car and other points of interest on the Great Orme.
  • Pony trekking in Waunfawr,(15 mins away) and also on Anglesey. Safe traffic free cycling or walking along 30 miles of recreational routes along disused railway lines.