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Cyffdy Cottage - Arenig

Parc near Bala, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 971763)

4.8★

Menai Holiday Cottages rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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54 Customer Review(s)

  • Natalie

    “I wanted a traditional stone cottage overlooking a great view of Snowdonia, and this place promised to tick all my boxes.”

    Out of the 3 Cyffdy cottages we chose Arenig because the kids wanted the bunk beds. It's a lovely cottage with original features, log burner, comfy beds, and supplied blankets, hot water bottles, games, books. Kids loved the trampoline on the driveway green, and donkeys came to the gate. On the downside, the cottage receives no natural light, and half of the lights are blue-temp LED. I would strongly suggest to the owner to change all the lights to warm temperature. The blue light in the ...

    Out of the 3 Cyffdy cottages we chose Arenig because the kids wanted the bunk beds. It's a lovely cottage with original features, log burner, comfy beds, and supplied blankets, hot water bottles, games, books. Kids loved the trampoline on the driveway green, and donkeys came to the gate. On the downside, the cottage receives no natural light, and half of the lights are blue-temp LED. I would strongly suggest to the owner to change all the lights to warm temperature. The blue light in the bedrooms and kitchen feels like an office. :( After reading the other reviews I admit I was a little dismayed not to receive any gifts on my arrival. A couple of welcome items always warms the guest to be on your side, especially if you're leaving a letter apologising for broken things (that didn't affect us, e.g. no shelves inside fridge door). The shower drips water down the bath tub sides and all over the floor. I wondered if the owners had even tested it out. I texted the owner, they just apologised and advised to mop up with the bathmats. I would suggest a longer shower shield window, or changing the whole bath to a walk-in shower, before the bathroom gets mould rot from the constant water. Heating only comes on certain hours, so we arrived at a cold cottage. But there was a plentiful supply of wood for our whole stay, and a burner that kicks out plenty heat. When the central heating does crank up (we had to bleed one radiator) it gets so hot you have to open the windows to breathe. We managed the balance in the end. The TV was slow and hard to work, but we managed to watch programmes fine - something that I don't take for granted in rental stays! The kitchen has good provisions generally; crockery and a few other bits like teabags, but I felt it missed a cupboard of condiments like salt and oil, the things I didn't want to travel with. All in all, it was a beautiful cottage for a good price stay, close to Lynn Tegid (the lake in Bala), and Bala village with a Co-op, Spar, baker, butcher. But I think our next Snowdonia stay would be somewhere more like Betws-y-Coed where there is more action going on.

    - Natalie, November 2024
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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x child bunks
  • Bathroom with a shower over bath, basin and WC
  • Kitchen with dining area
  • Sitting room with a log burner.
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with freeview, DVD, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Ample off road parking
  • Decking
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 3 miles
  • Note: This property had a check in time of 4pm
  • Note: This property is very rural and the WIFI is intermittent - 4G works fine
  • NOTE: This property ONLY operates Friday - Friday for weekly bookings or either Friday - Monday and Monday - Friday for short breaks
  • NOTE: Heating is on a timer and will be adjusted accordingly. NOTE : Starter Pack provided for fire for 1st night

The property

Arenig is an enticing, stone-built cottage placed in the rural North Wales village of Parc, just three miles from the market town of Bala.

For a picturesque, fun-filled holiday with your family, this superbly located cottage provides the ideal accommodation to be enjoyed all-year-round.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 969997 and 971762, together they sleep 14.


This property has a good housekeeping bond of £250.

Cyffdy Cottages

A group of three beautifully refurbished, stone-built cottages set overlooking the astonishing scenery of the Snowdonia National Park, three miles from the charming market town of Bala. All three properties combine traditional features such as exposed stonework and wooden beams, with contemporary interior features to create a homely, relaxing spot to base your North Wales getaway. It is a fine location for all things outdoors, with the excellent facilities of Bala Lake a short trip away. The area abounds in elite walking paths and trails, including Aran nearby. The living areas are wonderfully welcoming, and after an exhausting day of exploring the area, curl up on the modern sofa under a blanket and watch the TV with the fire ablaze. Prepare and enjoy each mealtime together in the charming kitchen/diner, providing all of the necessary equipment and rustic wooden dining furniture. Indulge in your awe-inspiring setting by taking a seat in one of the many garden areas here at Cyffdy, enjoy a refreshing drink and a good book with the astonishing scenery to be admired. Bala has something to suit every taste, this market town offers a fantastic range of places to shop, eat and drink, a golf course, plus plenty of walking and cycling routes. Bala Lake is unmissable for water sports enthusiasts, as well as boasting opportunities for boating. If a day by the sea is what you desire, the North Wales coast is slightly further afield, is showcases some incredible scenery as well as magnificent castles and much to see and do. A trio of thoughtfully decorated cottages in a wonderful North Wales location.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

PARC

Bala 3.5 miles; Dolgellau 16 miles; Chester 40 miles.

The picturesque village of Parc stands on the banks of the River Llanfor amidst the beautiful Snowdonia National Park boasting stunning mountainous views and easy access to the great facilities scattered throughout this delightful area. The nearby market town of Bala offers a great range of shops, pubs and eateries, whilst being home to Bala Lake, the largest natural body of water in Wales renowned for its excellent watersports and boating opportunities. Alternatively take a trip to the nearby popular towns of Dolgellau, with its monthly farmer’s market, or Betws-y-Coed, famous for its cascading waterfalls and enchanting river pools. With an abundance of great walking, fishing and cycling available throughout the area and easy access to the whole of the North Wales coast with its majestic castles and lovely beaches, this fabulous location is simply not to be missed!

NOTE: This property ONLY operates Friday - Friday for weekly bookings or either Friday - Monday and Monday - Friday for short breaks.


This property has a good housekeeping bond of £250.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas