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Ty Gwenol
Llanbedr, Gwynedd, Snowdonia

Set in the spectacular Snowdonia National Park, Gilfach Goch Farm is an original 400 year old traditional 60 acre Welsh hill farm with sheep and cattle. The farm and the farm buildings are Grade 2 listed buildings. The farm is quiet and secluded with panoramic views over the sea and Lleyn Peninsula and is approached along a 1/2 mile private drive yet it is only a mile from the village of Llanbedr, one of the prettiest villages on the coastline.

The recent barn conversion is called Ty Gwenol meaning Swallows House and comfortably sleeps 8. This is a beautiful and spacious conversion of four barns dating from the 17th century retaining many original features including high oak beamed ceilings, internal stone walls and a hand crafted oak staircase. There are solid oak floors throughout with under floor heating. The 4th bedroom has its own kitchenette and shower room and can be let separately as a 2 person unit as Beudy Bach.

Within easy reach is the village of Llanbedr which although small has everything you may need including 2 pubs and a restaurant. It is probably one of the most picturesque villages on the Snowdonia coast and is just 10 miles from the beautiful beaches.

Snowdonia National Park is a wonderful part of Wales where people come to relax or enjoy the huge range of leisure activities available in spectacular surroundings. The landscape of Snowdonia is unique. There are nine mountain ranges which include many peaks that are over 3,000 feet. As well as the beauty and spectacle of the high mountains, Snowdonia has a varied landscape which includes steep river gorges, waterfalls and green valleys. Down at sea level, the beautiful Dyfi, Mawddach and Dwyryd estuaries make up part of the 23 miles of coastline and sandy beaches contributing to a landscape which has huge diversity.

Bedrooms: 4
All twins - 2 with ensuite facilities
Sleeps: 2 - 8
Bathrooms: 3 (one bathroom, 2 ensuite shower rooms)
TV, DVD (entertainment centre in livingroom, colour TV in bedroom 1, TV/DVD in bedroom 4)
Washer/dryer
Microwave
Dishwasher
Underfloor heating
Listed building with many period features
Garden with garden furniture
Pets welcome

Llanbedr 1 mile, Barmouth 7 miles
Liverpool Airport 70 miles
Manchester Airport 100 miles
Good food pubs/restaurants in LLanbedr
Centre of the Snowdonia National Park
Walking, climbing, mountain biking
Harlech, Cricceth, Caernarfon and Conway Castles
Ffestiniog Railway
Adventure activities provided on request

Accommodation:
Ty Gwenol, meaning Swallows House, has 4 twin bedrooms and sleeps 8. This is a beautiful conversion of four barns dating from the 17th century retaining many original features. The main barn which is now the sitting-room and bedroom 1 and 2 was the original hay and straw barn. This five star Welsh retreat is the perfect place to unwind; tucked away in a secluded spot yet only a five minute drive from the delightful coastal village of Llanbedr. Ty Gwenol has everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Furnished to a very high standard throughout, this four bedroom property is a delight for the holidaymaker who enjoys the freedom that self-catering provides. From the spacious lounge with its handcrafted oak staircase to the light and airy farmhouse kitchen diner with it's fully fitted modern kitchen and solid oak table comfortably seating 8. There are solid oak floors and underfloor heating - the attention to detail is evident.

Each twin bedroom is beautifully furnished, two ensuite bedrooms are fitted with extra large shower units, whilst the two remaining bedrooms share a large bathroom with shower. A private garden provides the ideal place for a summer barbecue or a quiet place to sit looking out over farm and the sea beyond. A perfect spot to enjoy the beautiful sunsets in this part of Wales.

Beudy Bach translated as the Small Cowshed was originally the milking parlour for the farm's 6 cows. It sleeps 2 and has the flexibility of either being bedroom 4 of Ty Gwenol or as it has its own separate entrance it can be let separately to sleep 2. It has a high original oak beamed ceiling with an ensuite shower room and this bedroom also features a kitchenette/lounge area.

Directions to Gilfach Goch Farm From the south approach from Welshpool, then Dolgellau, then to Barmouth then follow the coast road for 7 miles to the village of Llanbedr. The farm is situated above the village overlooking the sea. From the north head for Porthmadoc then onto the coast road to Harlech then 2 miles further on is the village of Llanbedr.

What's included:
Heating and electricity are included plus bed linen and towels.

Change over day is Friday and short breaks and weekend bookings are available.
Although it sleeps 8 there are under occupancy rates, please ask for details.
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