Holiday Cottage brochure Cottage... · 2018-05-21 · Holiday Cottage - Snowdonia - North Wales About the cottage and location A mid-terrace cottage situated in the small quiet village

Holiday Cottage - Snowdonia - North Wales

About the cottage and location

A mid-terrace cottage situated in the small quiet village of Tanygrisiau, Snowdonia North Wales available for rent as a self-catering holiday cottage The cottages were built for the slate miners of the area in the mid 1800's. Imagine these cottages when the slate miners used to live in them. Enjoy the panoramic views and beauty of Snowdonia and North Wales from this base which is surrounded by the Snowdonia National Park. Why not take a holiday and experience a few days in Snowdonia and North Wales based at this cottage?

West End Terrace

Tanygrisiau is an ideal location for exploring the region of Snowdonia. There is the wonderful backdrop of the Moelwyn mountains. The cottage is nestled on the lower slopes. Hill-walks and rock-climbs are on the doorstep. Some local attractions include; award-winning Llechwedd Slate Caverns home to the world-famous Miners' Tramway. Also, the world's oldest narrow guage railway, and the Hydro-electric Power Station. Many other attractions and activity pursuits are easily accessible by car within one half-hour drive. Go white-water rafting or take your mountain bikes, cycles, canoes, kayaks, hangliders, paragliders, and use the cottage as a base from which to venture forth and enjoy these activities. The famous Italianite village of Portmeirion where 'The Prisoner' series was filmed is only a few miles away. The Ffestiniog Railway even has a station at Portmeirion. Visit the 'Links' page on the website: www.holidaycottagesnowdonia.co.uk for a selection of websites that will give you information on activities in North Wales and Snowdonia and other information which will help you decide on your holiday plans. We have included a web camera link that enables you to see the weather minute by minute in Snowdonia and particularly Mount Snowdon.


About the cottage and location

The Moelwyns

The cottage is ideal for holiday makers wanting good value for money accommodation. It is equipped with modern basic appliances suitable for self-catering, and to make your stay comfortable. Some of the original features of the cottage have been retained such as; exposed stone walls, wooden beams and inglenook fireplace. The cottage is available all year round for holidays. Snowdonia looks beautiful even in the winter time. During the winter months you can appreciate after a day's recreation, the warmth and the glow of a real log fire as you settle in for the evening with a bottle of your favourite wine or beer.


Cottage details

The cottage comprises of one bedroom with two bunk beds that can sleep four adults.

The bathroom has an electric shower, electrical shaver point, wash basin, toilet and heated towel rail.

The kitchen includes the basics, such as ‘Baby Belling’ cooker, microwave, table-top fridge, toaster, hot-water heater etc.


Cottage details

The sitting room has a stereo system to play your own tape-cassettes and CD’s. The wood burning stove can generate as much as 18 KW of heat, enough to warm the whole cottage; excellent for baking potatoes etc. Wood is provided. All rooms have electric heaters.

The garden has a walk-through Rhododendron tree between the patio area the garden beyond. There is a gate at the bottom of the garden by which to gain access from the path. The Rhododendron attracts many varieties of small birds.

There are two parking areas; one off-road at the end of the terrace and another on the Cwmorthin Road opposite the path.


Scenery local to the cottage

Panoramic views of Snowdonia from the knoll or hillock at the front of the terrace.

North South

East West

Streams and waterfalls are just within a few minutes walk from the cottage.

The hydro-electric power station is a tourist attraction with its two reservoirs. You can drive or walk to the base of the upper dam.


Scenery local to the cottage

You will find disused slate workings as you walk around the Moelwyns. The train from Tanygrisiau Station to Porthmadog 13 miles away passes by the Italianite village of Portmeirion.

If you feel adventurous you can clamber up the incline shown in the picture above and continue all the way through the tunnel.


Travelling to the cottage

Tanygrisiau is situated approximately one mile southwest of Blaenau Ffestiniog on the A496. If you are travelling along the A5 in the direction of Corwen, then instead of continuing to Betyws-y-Coed and along the A470 through Dolwyddelan, you could consider trying an alternative route that takes you through miles of open moorland.

Reproduced from Ordnance Survey map data by permission of Ordnance Survey, © Crown copyright An alternative route from Corwen (especially in the daytime) is to take the A494 or B4401 to Bala and from Bala take the A4212. Travel along this road for approximately 0.6 miles and turn left and travel along the west side of Llyn Celyn. At the end of this road cross over the A4212 and continue along the B4391 towards Blaenau Ffestiniog. It is possible to branch off as you come into Ffestiniog and also half a mile before Blaenau Ffestiniog so as to avoid populated areas. When you get to the cottage, you get a real sense of remoteness. We will happily provide you with a more detailed route on request.


Travelling to the cottage

Reproduced from Ordnance Survey map data by permission of Ordnance Survey, © Crown copyright

The easiest approach to the cottage at the final stage is to turn off the A496 and take the road leading to the hydro-electric power station. You will come to a cafe after which there is a sharp right turn. Cross over the railway track and continue for 350 metres until you cross over a bridge and come to a T-junction. Turn right and ‘West End’ is approximately 50 yards after the first turning South Street. An asphalt drive leads you to the rear of the terrace as shown in the photograph below. There are two parking areas; one off-road at the end of the terrace and another on the Cwmorthin Road opposite the path leading to the front of the cottages.

When you see this view you know you have reached West End.


Prices

Price per night/day for two adults: £28.

Price per night/day for a family of four: £35.

Price per night/day for four adult: £45.

Our pricing policy is simple; a low-season rate all-year-round. Book early to grab bargain peak-season dates.. The minimum stay is for two nights/days. You pay for the cottage, according to size of group.

You may book any number of consecutive days subject to availability.

You do not have to book only weekends or full weeks.

We prefer you bring your own sleeping bags, sheets, pillow cases and towels, but if you want us to provide these, will do so at the following rates:-

Sheets and pillow case; £5 per person

Towels; £2 per person We are keeping our fees down by not providing a TV and telephone which not everyone wants or needs. You may bring a battery operated portable TV which can be used under the terms of your own TV licence. Mobile phones work inside the cottage but signal levels are variable and not always good depending on the service used. Many rented cottages incur an additional charge for cleaning at the end of your stay. This can cost as much as £25. Abide by our terms and conditions and leave the cottage in a clean and tidy state (as you should find it on arrival) and you can save money. When you arrive at the cottage if you find the visitors before you have not left it clean and tidy, then phone us immediately as this will affect their refundable deposit. Before vacating the cottage, we ask you to comply with the check list that is in the back of the 'Cottage Manual'


Terms and Conditions

RESERVATIONS: Reservations confirmed by phone, letter or email must be secured by a refundable deposit within 7 days. Minimum reservation is for two consecutive days.

BOOKING DEPOSITS: A deposit of £50 will act as a reservation deposit and security against damages, excess cleaning and loss of keys etc..

PAYMENTS:

The full rental fee must be received not less than 7 days before the start date booked.

ARRIVAL: The cottage will be available for occupancy from 14:00 on the first day, or earlier by agreement if no- visitors are vacating the cottage that day.

VACATING THE COTTAGE: Please vacate by 12:00 on the day of departure. You may leave later by agreement if no visitors are arriving that day. Clean up before leaving; making sure the toilet and sink drainers are clean etc. etc. Ensure the water is turned off at the main stopcock outside and the electricity is turned off at the mains isolator switch on the distribution panel. Refer to the checklist in the 'Cottage Manual' for the full list. ELECTRICITY: No charge.

FUEL: No charge. A supply of wood is provided for the multi-fuel stove.

LINEN etc: If possible, please provide your own sheets (std. single mattress), pillow cases, sleeping bags (recommended), towels & toiletries etc. Blankets and pillows are provided. Also take your own

tea-towel for washing up. There will be an extra charge for providing these items if requested. BED LINEN & TOWELS: If possible, please provide your own sheets (std. single mattress), pillow cases, sleeping bags (recommended), towels & toiletries etc. Blankets and pillows are provided. Also take your own tea-towel for washing up. There will be an extra charge for providing these items if requested.

CARE OF FACILITIES: Please take care of the facilities and ensure they are left in a clean condition, as you would wish to find them (and should have found them on arrival). Refer to the 'Cottage Manual' for the correct use of appliances. Please report immediately any appliance not working or broken.

BREAKAGES: Please provide a replacement for breakage of mugs & plates etc. If unable to do so please notify us as soon as possible so we can provide a replacement before the next visitors arrive.

SMOKING: It is now a legal requirement that you are not allowed to smoke in shared public areas, therefore, “NO SMOKING” inside the cottage. Please be considerate when disposing of cigarette ends. Do not litter the garden or the local environment.


Terms and Conditions

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PETS: Pets are not allowed for hygiene reasons and in case anyone visiting the cottage has an allergy to animal hair.

PARKING: Please use the car parking areas when possible . Ensure the Emergency Vehicles and neighbours' vehicles have access at all times.

OCCUPANCY: Four persons (maximum).

INDEMNITY: The owners bear no liability for personal injury however caused whilst on the premises. Protection devices are installed including: - fire alarm, fire extinguishers, and earth-leakage breaker in the electrical supply. Please consult the ‘Cottage Manual’ to find out the correct use of appliances etc.


Contact Us

If you have any questions about the cottage, please telephone, text or email. Owners: David & Carol Monk Telephone: Daytime - 01527 874784 Evening - 01527 874784 SMS Text: Mobile - 07846006409 E-mail: [email protected]

A little more information can be gained from visiting the website:

www.holidaycottagesnowdonia.co.uk

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Holiday Cottage brochure Cottage... · 2018-05-21 · Holiday Cottage - Snowdonia - North Wales About the cottage and location A mid-terrace cottage situated in the small quiet village