About this property
Araelfa is an inviting cottage resting in Llangollen, North Wales, boasting sweeping countryside views, a warming woodburning stove, and a garden, ideal for families or friends seeking a scenic escape. Arriving at Araelfa, take a moment to admire the surrounding landscape before stepping inside to discover a thoughtfully arranged interior. The sitting room welcomes you with its feature fireplace, where the woodburning stove takes centre stage, creating a welcoming setting for evenings spent together, perhaps gathered on the generous corner sofa with a film playing. Moving through the property, the kitchen/diner offers a bright and sociable hub, complete with a well-equipped space for preparing meals and a delightful dining area positioned to make the most of the countryside outlook.
A handy utility room adds further practicality. Upstairs, three well-presented bedrooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements, comprising a king-size, a double, and a twin, while the family bathroom invites you to unwind with both a bath and separate walk-in shower. Outside, the garden extends towards open countryside, where a lawn and patio create an excellent spot for dining outdoors or simply enjoying the far-reaching views. A short stroll brings you to a welcoming local pub, while the vibrant town of Llangollen offers a variety of shops, the scenic Llangollen Canal, and the heritage railway delivering memorable journeys through the Dee Valley. Venture to Chirk to explore the impressive National Trust Chirk Castle, its grand state rooms, formal gardens, and expansive parkland.
Discover Erddig near Wrexham, where historic interiors and landscaped grounds reveal the stories of those who lived and worked there. For further adventure, Ruthin invites you to wander its charming streets, visit Ruthin Gaol Museum, and explore the nearby Clwydian Range. Araelfa makes a delightful base for discovering North Wales.
The small coastal village of Llanaber lies between one of the most picturesque resorts on the Welsh coast, Barmouth, and the World Heritage Site of Harlech, all surrounded by the unrivalled splendour of the Snowdonia National Park. Llanaber overlooks beautiful Cardigan Bay and the Llyn Peninsula beyond and is home to the historic 13th century St Mary & St Bodfan church. This is a renowned location for wonderful beaches, fishing, golf, walking, sailing, cycling, mountain biking and horse riding and has ready access to mountains, steam railways, slate quarries and a variety of historic castles. The traditional seaside town of Barmouth boasts an enormous sandy Blue Flag beach, perfect for families. A variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, combined with the mild climate, make this an ideal destination for a holiday, even out of season. This area is a paradise for walkers and climbers, with Mount Cader Idris nearby, the second highest mountain in Wales. An abundance of wildlife along the Mawddach Estuary, trout fishing in mountain lakes, Harlech Castle, St David's golf course and Portmeirion Italianate Village are just a handful of the many superb attractions within this beautiful area.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Utility room.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking.
Gardens with patio furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.6 miles, pub 0.1 miles