About this property
Set a stone's throw away from the popular tourist town of Caernarfon rests this marvellous white-washed holiday cottage, Clydfan. Boasting an interior full of charming character and comfortably sleeping up to two guests, (four with the additional sofa bed), Clydfan makes for an idyllic base for a romantic retreat to North Wales. Park up on the roadside and marvel at the traditional exterior of this lovely dwelling before making your way into the delightful open-plan living space, thoughtfully laid-out with a nautical blue interior. Make use of the well-equipped kitchen, fit with all of the modern amenities, to rustle up some tasty treats and gather together with your significant other at the intimate dining table to indulge in a romantic meal for two. As the evening grows darker, retire to the snug seating area and unwind in front of the television following a day full of adventure. When sleep calls, climb the stairs to the first floor where you'll find a well-presented double bedroom, beautifully-appointed with a light and airy décor and providing a calming setting to rest your head. In the morning, kick-start your day with an invigorating rinse in the spacious walk-in shower enclosure, situated in the contemporary en-suite, stylishly tiled throughout, before heading off on foot to explore your surroundings. Cross the neighbouring bridge and take the short stroll into the heart of Caernarfon where you'll find a host of amenities to ensure an enjoyable staycation; indulge in delicious Italian fare with a backdrop of the striking castle at Villa Marina, savour fresh fish and chips as you watch the world go by from the harbourside at Doc Fictoria or pick up some traditional Welsh cakes at one of the local shops. Marvel at the dramatic architecture of Caernarfon Castle, idyllically nestled on the waterfront and dating back to the 13th century, discover the fascinating infantry regimental history on display at the Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum, or take in the sights across the rooftops atop the medieval Caernarfon Town Walls. The village of Llanberis is within easy reach, resting at the foot of Mount Snowdon, here you can circuit the tranquil waters of Llyn Padarn aboard a narrow-gauge steam train at Llanberis Lake Railway. Try your hand at open water swimming with expert tuition available, or lace up your walking boots and climb the Llanberis Path to the summit of Mount Snowdon, the tallest mountain in Wales. Venture further afield and visit the popular seaside resort of Abersoch, home to a marvellous stretch of gloriously sandy beach decorated with delightful colourful beach huts; a lovely setting for paddling the shores or basking in the sun's rays. Test your swing with a game at the 18-hole links course at Abersoch Golf Club, or visit the 16th century Georgian manor house, Plas yn Rhiw, maintained by the National Trust, where the picturesque formal gardens provide a tranquil spot for a picnic. With plenty to see and do, choose a stay at Clydfan.
Nestled on the eastern shore of the Menai Strait, opposite the Isle of Anglesey, rests the county town of Gwynedd, Caernarfon. Steeped in history, the town is a popular tourist spot, home to a 13th century castle, the remains of an auxiliary Roman fort and the well-preserved town walls. There's a host of attractions and amenities, including shops, eateries, a picturesque golf course, an indoor climbing centre and a family park with gardens, animals and a quirky miniature railway.
Accommodation
One double bedroom with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric central heating.
Mini cooker & hob, microwave, coffee machine, fridge with ice box, washing machine, tumble dryer.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Hairdryer.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request.
Roadside parking available on a first-come, first-served basis.
One small well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: The sofa in the lounge can pull out into an additional bed if needed.
Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Nearby points of interest
- Caernarfon Castle
- Penrhyn Castle
Reviews (20)
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Richard
Ideally located for a short walk into the town and with a fantastic view of the Castle from the front door. Property was immaculate, warm and 'homely' - wish we could have stayed for longer. It was a great New Year spent at the Cottage and we will definitely be booking again for another stay. Thank you so much once again. Rick & Orlagh
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Carol
Think this is the first time at a property with no welcome items not even a pint of milk .. after over 6 hours in the car on the hottest day my husband had to walk to the town as the local shop closes mid afternoon to get milk, weâve had lots of treats at all the other cottages weâve stayed at but surely a pint of milk wouldnât hurt ! Woken on our first morning at 7am by loud machinery and knocking on the door asking us to move our car as large amount of building work next door which loudly went on a lot of the Saturday . I do think a bit of liaison with the neighbours by the owners could have warned us I notice it states 4 people can stay here but while 4 could sleep thereâs no way 4 could relax of an evening as only one sofa and no other chairs in living room at all , even squashed like sardines 4 couldnât sit on the sofa . For 2 people itâs fine Large door curtain constantly hanging off and very annoying Location to town is very good and overall clean and usable. We will probably return
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Emma
The first thing we noticed was how dirty all the floors were on our arrival, wiping dirt off the bottom of our feet. Hair everywhere including the shower. Rust in shower. Paint coming off a lot of the walls. Cooking oil on the shelves in the cupboard above the info booklets. Fridge smelt strongly of food on arrival, a pasta ready meal box had clearly frozen to the back from the previous customers. Nothing had been cleaned. Water trapped under bathroom cup which smelt foul. No hairdryer as advertised, the mini cooker is unusable as the inside is covered in rust (photo available) and smells strongly of burnt chemicals. We washed our clothes, having been away for a week already on the first night and woke up to slug trails all over our clean clothes (photo available) that were in the kitchen area. We didn't feel comfortable cooking in the house, or using any of the kitchen equipment because of the slugs and rust in the cooker. We woke up to a slug on the bedroom floor one morning (photo available) After one wash, the washing machine never worked properly again, we had to ring everything out and then the dryer stopped working and cutting out after 1.5minutes (video available). There is no clothes dryer to hang any clothes so our clothes have been wrecked due to constantly being damp. The outside bin was not collected the entire 8 night stay, and passers by using the bin so we ended up with nowhere to put rubbish. On check out day, a man arrived to the house 2 hours before check out time trying to get in, talking loudly on the phone outside and looking in the bedroom window at me and my partner in bed. Then he lurked outside the house for the next 2 hours watching us move our stuff out. We received no welcome gift as other reviewers have stated. I am seriously upset I have paid £685 for this. If I had any money left, we'd have left and gone elsewhere. The location was great, but the house was lacking in any sort of practicality and comfort.