Craigfa Cottage, Tregarth Near Bethesda

Snowdonia. Sleeps up to 9

Bethesda 1.2 miles. Tucked away in the lovely village of Tregarth near Bethesda in Gwynedd, is this superb, three-bedroom, reverse-level holiday semi-detached home, Craigfa Cottage. Enjoying a fantastic location with easy access to Snowdonia National Park and Penrhyn Castle, as well as offering a stylish interior within two and a half acres of land, Craigfa Cottage is a wonderful family-friendly dwelling for a group or family of nine who are planning their next escape to North Wales. Park-up on the driveway which offers ample off-road parking, before unloading your bags and making your way into your new home-from-home. Step into the ground floor, where you will find three well-appointed bedrooms, a super-king-size with private en-suite bathroom, a double and a family room with triple bunk and a bunk bed, each with plenty of storage and a Smart TV with Freeview, perfect for those lazy Sunday mornings! Completing the ground floor is a contemporary bathroom, where you can indulge in soothing soaks in the bath or refreshing rinses in the shower after a long day of exploring. Climb the open-tread stairs up to the first floor, where you can look forward to conjuring up delicious meals in the well-equipped kitchen, utilising the double electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, along with a handy washing machine and dishwasher for keeping your space tidy. After removing a chilled bottle of wine from the wine cooler, settle down to tuck-in to your feast at the dining table for 10, as you discuss plans for the days ahead. If the weather is nice, why not make dinner an alfresco affair, and fire up the barbecue in the large, lawned garden? As the evening grows dark, curl up on the plush sofas with reclining feature and relax in front of your favourite film on the Smart TV with Freeview, as the woodburning stove crackles nearby. Awake from a restful night and rustle up morning coffee ready to enjoy on the private balcony as you savour the fabulous country views on offer, followed by a walk through the shared grounds. Explore the local village where you will find the welcoming Pant yr Ardd pub, where you can treat your guests to a selection of tasty food and local ales, ideal for those evenings where you don’t feel like cooking! Bethesda rests nearby and offers further dining options, including a takeaway and a well-stocked supermarket for picking up any last-minute essentials. Outdoor enthusiast will delight at the easy access to Zip World Penrhyn Quarry, where you can see the sights in a truly unique way whilst zooming down the 500-ft high zip line! Take the drive over to the charming village of Llanberis, which lies at the foot of the famous Snowdon peak and is home to the National Slate Museum and Electric Mountain where you can venture underground and tour the hidden power station from the depths, take advantage of the excellent watersports opportunities available on the Llyn Padarn, including paddleboarding and kayaking, explore the UNESCO Heritage Site of Dinorwig Quarry, or kick-back and relax as you enjoy a scenic ride aboard the Llanberis Lake Railway. Those who are feeling brave can embark up the magnificent 3,560-ft Snowdon Peak, whilst if you’re wanting the views but don’t fancy the climb, the Snowdon Mountain Railway offers panoramic views on its journey to the top. From here you can visit the historic Caernarfon, home to the UNESCO World Heritage Caernarfon Castle overlooking the Menai Straits, or the beautiful Ise of Anglesey where you can enjoy the delights of Anglesey Sea Zoo. Be sure to visit the city of Bangor with its imposing cathedral, Bangor Mountain, St Deiniol Golf Club and the marvellous National Trust site of Penrhyn Castle and Garden. For a day at the beach, make the trip to the town of Llandudno, which offers beautiful sandy beaches with traditional donkey rides for the little ones, a Victorian Pier, walks up the Great Orme, seal spotting at Angel Bay and live performances at Theatr Cymru. For a getaway to North Wales like no other, choose Craigfa Cottage.