Traditional Slate Cottage
for hire in
Beautiful
Blaenau Ffestiniog!
Set in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, Blaenau Ffestiniog is a small but beautiful mountainside town.
Surrounded by stunning scenery, hiking trails, waterfalls and gorges this former slate mining community is steeped in history. So whether you just want to relax by the fire or get out and enjoy the fresh mountain air, there is plenty to do for young and old!
This lovely traditional slate cottage has many traditional features mixed with modern comforts.
There is a large kitchen/diner which is fully equipped with all crockery and utensils. Cooker, microwave, fridge and washing machine.
There are two reception rooms. The reading room has a traditional inglenook fireplace for cosy nights by the fire with your favourite book.
The lounge is kitted out with all the mod cons - TV, DVD, Sky TV with Sky Sports, Setanta Sports.
The cottage sleeps up to 5 with 3 bedrooms (1 twin, 1 single & 1 double). All beds are made up freshly before your arrival.
The large bathroom has both bath and separate shower enclosure and towels are provided for your convenience.
To the outside of the cottage there is a decked patio with views to the slate mountains.
The cottage also benefits from parking for one vehicle and gas central heating. All gas and electric is included in the price.
It's a short 2 minutes walk to the famous Steam Trains, and 15 minutes to the slate mines.
How To Book Your Holiday
Book your Autumn Break Today!
Prices between £260-£320 per week
So treat the kids to something
different this half-term!
Book now for half-term breaks to avoid disappointment, as we sell out fast!
To book please contact us
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Things to do in Blaenau Ffestiniog
Being situated right in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, Blaenau Ffestiniog has lots to offer for the outdoor enthusiast. From gentle strolls around glacial lakes to mountain hikes and outdoor sports such as mountain biking and kayaking.
There is something for everyone amongst some of the most breathtaking scenery in the UK. For ideas on walks, outdoor pursuits and other things to do visit www.visitmidwales.co.uk/gwynedd.asp
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Blaenau Ffestiniog is home to the famous Ffestiniog Railway which at over 175 years old is the oldest surviving railway company in the world. Take a step back in time and travel in an original steam train through the beautiful mountain scenery to Portmadog.
They also run special events at Halloween (30/31st Oct) with lots of spooky fun and prizes for the best costumes.
Then in December Santa arrives! With special trains rides every Saturday and Sunday throughout December adults can sit back and enjoy sherry and mince pies while Santa delivers a present to each child. For more information visit www.ffestiniograilway.co.uk
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Blaenau Ffestiniog is also home to the Llechwedd Slate Caverns which is regularly listed as one of the top ten places to visit in Wales. You can take an underground tour of the caverns on the Miners Tramway.
The Caverns run a calendar of events throughout the year and have special events on for Halloween (25-31st Oct), Fireworks Friday (7th Nov) and a visit from Santa at Christmas.
From March-Sept there is also a Victorian Village where you can exchange modern money for Victorian coins to use in the traditional shops and pub, where you will be greeted by folk in full Victorian dress. For more information visit www.llechwedd-slate-caverns.co.uk
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Top attractions in North Wales
- Rhyl Sun Centre – Indoor tropical swimming pool complex with lots of different pools, slides, rides and a wave machine to create Europe ’s only indoor surfing experience.
- Tweedmill Factory Outlets – Top designer brands and savings of up to 50%
- Bodnant Garden – 80 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens with lots of exotic flowers
- Welsh Mountain Zoo – fantastic mountain zoo & conservation centre, lots of exotic animals.
- Greenwood Forest Park – Eco-Tourism award winner, absolutely loads for the kids to do, forest theatre, rides, activities www.greenwoodforestpark.co.uk
- Alice in Wonderland Centre – a celebration of Lewis Carroll’s masterpiece – all ages, all weather attraction. www.wonderland.co.uk (Llandudno)
- Snowdon Mountain Railway – Step back in time and take in the beautiful mountain views and reach the summit of Mount Snowdon in a traditional steam train. www.snowdonrailway.co.uk
- Caernarfon Castle – Step back in time at www.cadw.wales.gov.uk
- Pili Palas, Nature World – Butterfly, Bird & Minibeast palace, All ages, all weather attraction www.pilipalas.co.uk
- Portmeirion Village & Gardens – Be transported to Italy in this spectacular village, fine architecture, peacocks roaming the grounds, not what you would expect in the heart of Wales ! This beautiful village was made famous by the cult 60s television series ‘Prisoner’ (I am not a number…) www.portmeirion-village.com
- Llechwedd Slate Caverns – Experience the underground world of a Victorian miner. Discover the spectacular underground lake that has been used for 2 Hollywood movies, two underground rides, Victorian village with re-minted Victorian coins to spend, restaurant, café & pub. www.llechwedd-slate-caverns.co.uk
- Betws-y-Coed, beautiful little village with lots of crafts and local fare on offer.
- King Authur’s Labyrinth, Underground Adventure – Travel by boat, deep inside the labyrinth and far into the past… www.kingarthurslabyrinth.com
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