Secluded Cottage in Heart of the Snowdonia National Park

Blaenau Ffestiniog, Wales
$108 avg/night Minimum Stay 7 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 5

Max Sleeps

Night 7 nights

Min Stay

HAFOD COTTAGE is a large stone cottage nestled in 30 acres of privately owned woodland in the hills above Maentwrog. The cottage has been sympathetically renovated and furnished. It has wooden and slate floors throughout, and a large wood burning stove in the main living area (heats radiators and hot water). It is surrounded by a large area of private garden with a table and benches for eating outside. ACCESS: the cottage is 3/4 mile from the road along a track which is in places steep, narrow and rough. It is passable to all cars (except low slung sports models) and not suitable for unconfident drivers. The railway crossing limits width/length of vehicles to standard transit van measurements. PLEASE CONTACT us if you drive a camper van as it might be too wide or long for the crossing. There are steps down to the cottage.

The cottage is powered by both mains electricity and wind and solar, it is important not to leave lights on unnecessarily. Hot water is heated by electric immersion (switch above the dolls house on the landing) or when you use the wood burning stove.

The surrounding land overlooks the Vale of Ffestiniog, one of the most beautiful and best preserved wooded valleys in Britain. It is an excellent area for walking, bird watching, mountain bike riding and swimming. A swimming lake and Plas Halt request stop of the Ffestiniog Railway are both within easy walking distance.
The picturesque village of Maentwrog with two good pubs is two miles away. The cottage's location 10 miles from the sandy beaches of Harlech to the south, and 10 miles from Snowdon to the north makes it an ideal base for exploring Snowdonia.

DOG OWNERS: we welcome two dogs at Hafod cottage - please bring bedding, towels and make sure your dog does not go on any furniture. IMPORTANT: Your dog must not be left in the cottage unattended.

WOODLAND PASTURE scheme with a few of cows grazing our 30 acres of land is starting in 2020. The hope is to create a more diverse habitat for wildlife at Hafod. You may meet cows on the track. The cottage and parking area is fenced to keep cows out - please keep the gates closed.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Electric Kettle Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    Shower Soap Toilet Paper
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Music Library Stereo
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Stair Gate
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 5

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Review Review

  • David

    Submitted Nov 2, 2025

    Stayed Oct 25, 2025

    Access to the cottage was terrible. There is a narrow, steep and slippery ( with leaves) track with a severe bend . We had to partially unload our vw van in order to get up the hill. Once at the parking space, there was an 80m overgrown and slippery path to go down with several steps. The area around the cottage was not looked after, overgrown and in need of a lot of work. There was a nearly full food waste bin outside the front door with evidence of vermin activity. The inside of the cottage was adequate but poor lighting( although mains electricity available) and feeble shower. The bathroom needs to be updated and was not particularly clean. Overall definitely not worth the money and description of the cottage and access not accurate.

  • Elodie L.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2026

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Verry nice place, quite and peaceful

  • Keith D.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    Great place to stay for total peace

  • Roman K.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 16, 2025

    The property offered exactly what we were looking for: peace and tranquility. Nestled amidst beautiful forests and serene lakes, it was the perfect escape for my family and our two collies. The numerous nearby paths made it easy for us to explore the natural surroundings, and being close to the coast was a delightful bonus.While the house had a very basic feel and seemed to hearken back to the late 1980s, this added a certain charm to our stay. The patio wasn’t as inviting as we had hoped, but it didn't detract from our overall experience. What truly stood out was the hospitality of our hosts, Noelle and Richard. They were incredibly kind and attentive, always available to lend a helping hand or answer any questions we had.Overall, I would highly recommend this place, especially if you’re looking for a simple yet peaceful getaway. I would definitely consider returning for another stay!

  • Thierry P.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    The cottage was as described on the website. The host was very welcoming and pleasant. The cottage being in a sunken location, there is little 4G network reception.The bathroom really needs to be renovated. The hot water system is relatively restrictive. As is the kitchen. There is a constant smell of gas when cooking. The terrace at the back is barely usable due to the condition of the floor and the table and benches, which are very damaged by the weather. The access path is really long and difficult by car. Access to the cottage on foot is via a long path-staircase which can be slippery and is unsuitable for people suffering from osteoarthritis. Anyway we still had a nice, peaceful stay.

  • katarzyna s.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    This beautiful stone cottage is a peaceful escape nestled among the hills and lakes of the Welsh countryside.Cozy and full of character, it features a roaring fireplace, rustic charm and all the comforts you need for a relaxing stay.The surrounding area is perfect for scenic walks from gentle lakeside strolls to more adventurous hill hikes.It’s a heaven for nature lovers and anyone seeking quiet and calmA truly special place to unwind.Highly recommended We are definitely coming back

  • Judith g.

    Submitted May 17, 2025

    Stayed May 10, 2025

    Basic property, no tv, wi fi etc but perfect for a place to switch off,peaceful and full of bird song. The track up is tricky but not at all terrible and steep steps down to the cottage but totally secluded and private. We had perfect weather and swam in the swimming lake every day. Harlech beach is stunning and only a short drive away. My dog picked up lots of sheep ticks from the garden so if youre taking your best buddy make sure they are treated first. Overall, we loved our stay. bestbessBEACHswimminlakevery d

  • Caroline B.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Apr 5, 2025

    Fantastic area and lovely peaceful cottage, perfect for dog walks and relaxing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

  • Jörg S.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    Lovely cottage, friendly & helpful owner, everything you need inside and a very exciting last mile from the road to the cottage... :-) Good starting point for hiking. Highly recommended! Cheers from Germany.

  • Regina M.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Jun 1, 2024

    Richard - the landlord - was really nice. We had interesting talks with him and enjoyed every day in our quiet lovely cottage.

  • Julie S.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    Myself, my daughter and our elderly dog stayed here for a week in early summer. A beautiful setting in an idyllic and peaceful location. The perfect place to get away from it all. The host met us when we arrived and had already got the fire going in the cottage. The accommodation was comfortable and our dog loved exploring outside. Walks around the lakes and woods straight from the door. Will definitely be returning Julie, Rebecca and Pip the pooch ?

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