Superb family-friendly dwelling in Snowdonia National Park with mountain views

Conwy, Wales
$626 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 5

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Bath 5

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An ideal base and superb family-friendly dwelling for a group or family of 10 located in the heart of Snowdonia National Park with an abundance of activities and walks on your door step. 4 miles from Conwy, 7 miles from Llandudno and Betws-y-Coed. 1 hour from Liverpool and Manchester and 15 mins from direct train to London.

A spectacular detached house and large enclosed gardens in the picturesque village of Rowen, Conwy. Welcoming village pub a short stroll away. Convenient ground floor bedroom and en-suite. Y Gorlan has wonderful views of The Carneddau mountain range behind Rowen

Summary
• One downstairs bedroom with queen size bed, solid oak furniture;
wardrobe, tallboy, dressing table, stool and mirror.
En-suite bathroom with a roll top bath, basin, WC and low level walk in
rainfall shower.
• Four upstairs bedrooms:
Four poster king size bed in the master bedroom with en-suite
power shower, basin and WC,
A second king-size bedroom with en-suite power shower, basin and
WC and solid oak furniture,
2 x double bedrooms both with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
• Downstairs cloakroom with basin and WC
• Fully equipped designer kitchen/diner
• Sitting room with reclining chairs, TV, Blue ray player and wood burning stove
• Large family lounge 6m x 4m with feature fire place and 4m bifold
doors looking out at The Carneddau mountain range behind Rowen
• Gas Central heating throughout
• SMEG Range cooker with double oven and separate grill, 5 burner
hob with WOK burner, microwave, fridge/freezer, low noise
washer/dryer, low noise dishwasher, slow cooker, blender and
Nespresso coffee machine by Krups.
• 65 inch SKY glass HD TV and 46 inch plasma TV both with Sky Signature
TV, Sky Cinema, Sky Sports and TNT sports, superfast fibre broadband
• Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burning stove (Oct-March) Inc
• Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels Inc
• 2 x travel cot, 2 x highchair, baby bath and 2 x retractable stairgates
• Off-road parking for 5 cars
• Enclosed gardens with furniture, barbecue, secure bike storage, a
selection of outdoor games, and a kennel for dogs
• One well-behaved dog welcome (unless otherwise agreed when booking)
• Supermarkets 3.6 miles, pub 0.1 miles, Tea room 0.2 miles


Property details - Y Gorlan
Conwy 4.6 miles.
Nestled in the idyllic setting of Rowen near Conwy, North Wales, is this grand five-bedroom, detached house, Y Gorlan.
Formerly the 19th-century village vicarage, Y Gorlan has been extensively refurbished with a large extension added in 2023, to perfectly combine contemporary and traditional elements, as well as enjoying a fantastic location within the Snowdonia National Park, just moments away from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Conwy, making it a superb family-friendly dwelling for a group of friends or family of 10.
The property has previously been awarded five stars by Visit Wales and Visit Wales Cyclists and Walkers Welcome Award. Electric sockets with USB charging points throughout.

Be welcomed into the tastefully decorated sitting room, where you can sink back into the reclining sofas in front of the Sky TV with access to movies, Sky signature and Sports, as the wood burning stove crackles nearby, or retire to the additional large family sitting room, with SKY glass TV and where you will find further plush seating and amazing views of The Carneddau mountain range behind Rowen.

The chef of the group will have found their haven in the beautiful and fully equipped kitchen, by French designer, Mobalpa, where they will have all they need to create culinary delights, ready to serve at the large solid oak dining table with seating for 10.
On warmer days, why not head out to the enclosed gardens where you can fire up the barbecue for alfresco dining and play lawn games with the little ones.

Completing the ground floor is the first bedroom, with queen size bed, hairdryer, fan, bedside reading lights and en-suite bathroom. There is also access to a cloakroom.

Continue upstairs to find the remaining four-bedrooms, two king-size and two double size, each with their own ensuite shower room, hairdryers, and fans.

Enjoy real ales and value for money home cooked pub food at the Ty Gwyn pub, beer garden with stream, well behaved dogs welcome. Occasional traditional Welsh signing on a Friday night. A well run family pub a short stroll from Y Gorlan.

For further local amenities and attractions, take the short drive over to Conwy, where you will find the magnificent Conwy Castle, The Smallest House In Great Britain, Plas Mawr, the historic town walls and the popular Mulberry which serves fresh seafood and overlooks the River Conwy.
Y Gorlan’s exceptional location means there is an abundance of activity right on your doorstep, from numerous circular walks, scenic cycling trails, Bodnant Gardens, outdoor and indoor sports for all the family at Zip World Conwy, and even the famous Snowdon Peak by steam train or walking, even try the renowned fastest zip line in the world at Zip World Llechwedd if you venture further.

Be sure to visit Llandudno, where you can embark up the Great Orme for breath-taking views, see the grey seals at Angel Bay, catch a live performance at Venue Cymru, or spend the day at one of two gorgeous beaches.

Add a touch of opulence to your North Wales getaway with a stay at Y Gorlan.

Y Gorlan is only a 10 minute drive from historic Conwy and its castle. This beautifully preserved walled town is visited from far and wide and has a wide selection of shops, pubs and eateries. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes to choose from including an Italian restaurant, a Bistro, a tapas bar and an Indian restaurant. Do visit Edwards of Conwy, the best butchers in North Wales and winner of national awards.

You can also take a stroll along the waterfront and enjoy a drink in the Liverpool Arms! Close by there are the Victorian seaside town of Llandudno and the fantastic Bodnant gardens. For fans of I'm a celebrity Gwrych Castle and gardens Abergele are 16 miles away. There are beaches nearby at Morfa Conwy and Deganwy. If you can manage to tear yourself away from the lovely surroundings of Y Gorlan, Mount Snowdon is 45 minutes by car where you can either walk to the summit or take the train, Adventure Parc Snowdonia is 10 minutes away, Betws-y-Coed and Swallow falls are 30 minutes away. In addition there are an enormous variety of circular walks and cycle routes directly from your doorstep in Rowen.

There is also a Dutch Pancake House 1 mile from Y Gorlan and The Groes Inn, 2 miles away which serves an a la carte menu.

Boat sea fishing and sight seeing trips off the coast of Anglesey available weather permitting.

Take a leisurely drive around the Isle of Anglesey (the golden circle) and the Llŷn Peninsula which are only just over an hour away. Pony trekking or horse riding in Snowdonia Mountain range is also available south of Betws-y-Coed 40 mins away. For those who like fishing or golf there is an abundance of choice. Conwy castle is a must visit for the spectacular views over Conwy and the estuary from the turrets. Caernarvon castle is 40 minutes along the coast.

There is also the scenic Conwy Valley railway line running down the estuary from Llandudno Junction as far as Blaenau Ffestiniog. This connects to the Ffestiniog Railway running to Portmadog which connects to the Welsh Highland Railway running to Caernarvon. Using buses a round trip is available. For the adventurous there is also the Snowdon mountain railway running from Llanberis to the top of Mount Snowdon. Recent local additions for the thrill seekers include tree top rope courses, zip wires and underground cave trampolining at Zip world.

There is also a children's playground in the village a short walk (200m) from Y Gorlan. Conwy water gardens and pancake house is only 1 mile from Y Gorlan for a fantastic back to nature day out for the family. Go and visit the otters, they are not shy!

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 20 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • 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

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 19806 Sq Ft (1840 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Freezer Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    5.5 Bathrooms Free Toiletries Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Bicycle On Site Birdwatching Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Piano Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Highchair Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In A Village In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Zoo Near The Bay Near The Sea
  • 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 : 10

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Review Review

  • Sue W.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    Excellent location in a lovely small village next to a friendly pub. The house is well equipped. Two of the double rooms and the dining area are quite a squeeze but it didn't stop us having a super holiday.

  • Hazel F.

    Submitted Dec 9, 2024

    Stayed Dec 6, 2024

    10 of us go away pre christmas for a weekend of fun and walks, eating and drinking. We checked in without issue and info received from host was clear and simple. House is beautiful, well appointed and nice and warm when we arrived. Bedrooms are lovely but are different sizes so its useful to take this into account when allocating rooms. Kitchen is great and dining area plenty big enough for 10. Two lounges , one huge for everyone to be together Unfortunately we stayed when a storm hit and we had no power for a full day, however the host kept in touch throughout. Great place to stay, would definitely recommend

  • Lin P.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2024

    Stayed Aug 2, 2024

    Catered for everyone, home from home,beautiful location, close proximity to the pub(! ), very useful welcome pack - can’t wait to come again

  • chris W.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2022

    Stayed Aug 5, 2022

    Being my daughters 16th Birthday and extended family joining us we needed a home big enough with room for all to share. This house with its beautiful garden fitted the bill perfectly.

  • Bryn Nelson

    Submitted Aug 8, 2022

    Stayed Jul 29, 2022

    We had an excellent stay in Rowen. The property was exactly as described and everything we needed was provided. Would definitely consider using again.

  • Carol V.

    Submitted Jul 9, 2022

    Stayed Jul 2, 2022

    Very clean and spacious, plenty of storage. Brilliant everyone had there own on-suite, lovely large garden for family fun

  • Mark T.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2022

    Stayed Jun 10, 2022

    The owners/managers were great, fast to respond to queries and provided, at no extra cost, clean linen/towels for the change of two beds when our two cousins left to be replaced by four friends from Germany mid way through the stay. The cottage was pretty much as described and well equipped but some of the first floor bedrooms are a rather tight for space for luggage and or clothes for a week's stay. If we had had the maximum of 10 in the property it would not really have been big enough. The location was great in a pretty village with a part time pub next door. It is on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park and close to Conwy & Anglesey with lots to see and do in the area.

  • Catalin C.

    Submitted Mar 3, 2022

    Stayed Feb 28, 2022

    Easy access, clean and tidy, fully stocked,

  • G Brant

    Submitted Jun 25, 2021

    Stayed Jun 15, 2021

    Very very good

  • Caroline S.

    Submitted Nov 1, 2019

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Well equipped and comfortable, Away from the busy roads but still within easy reach of local attractions.

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