Haulfryn

4.7★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Electric car charging
Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

14 Customer Review(s)

John
September 2024

“Nice place, and good briefing/welcome pack; would def recommend.”

Thanks for having us!

Thanks for having us!

- John, September 2024
Darren July 2024

“A lovely property with a stunning view situated in a lovely village.”

The kitchen could do with a microwave, more pans, kitchen utensils and some storage space for food. (quite a few comments about the lack of these) The back garden was over grown so our dog was unable to use it

- Darren, July 2024

Hi Darren, Thanks for your feedback and you stay with us. We've ordered some more pans and utensils for the kitchen and we will look at putting in some shelves for food storage too, given there isn't any more space in the kitchen for more cupboards. Sorry that the garden was overgrown, we do have a gardener so clearly need to up the frequency of the gardening over summer. Thanks again for your stay! Liz Property Owner
Kathryn June 2024

“We had a wonderful holiday and thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Haulfryn.”

Overall the property was as listed. I do think we needed a couple of extra pans, the bed in the second bedroom was a little squeaky and the settee in the lounge was a little hairy from previous four legged guests. Also two of the patio chairs have seen better days. Non of this would put me off booking again because the good points like location, quaintness, and a really good bathroom far outweighed any negative points. We are hoping to book again soon and would be well assured that we are going to have an excellent stay.

- Kathryn, June 2024

Hi Kathryn Thank you so much for taking the time to leave feedback. We've ordered more pans and will tighten up the screws in the second bedroom I am so sorry about the hairy sofa. I've passed your feedback onto the cleaner. We regularly visit the property to make sure it's being cleaned to the highest standards, so I am disappointed by this but appreciate you telling us and I'm hopeful this won't happen again Liz Property Owner
Jean June 2024

“Lovely property, really comfortable and clean,yes the kitchen was a but small but well set up.”

Shower was brilliant and comfy bed. Dogs really loved the local walks but the steps not ideal for larger elderly setters. Beautiful views sat out in the garden in an afternoon. All locals really friendly and helpful

- Jean, June 2024
Susan May 2024

“A comfortable stay in this clean and tidy house.”

Ideal location for exploring north Snowdonia and even as far as Bodnant gardens or Llandudno and the Great Orme (which we visited on the way and on the way home.) A microwave would have been useful for our self-catering needs and we see you have been considering this for quite a while. Ours at home is on a shelf, on wall brackets, so doesn't take up worktop space and is at a conveneient height for lifting dishes in & out. Alternatively, one could sit on the sideboard in the dining area. Otherwise the kitchen contained most things we needed - no colander, but I drained the pasta in the sieve.

- Susan, May 2024
Rebecka April 2024

“Heating was great, not set on a timer so you could set it to the temperature you are comfortable with.”

I requested a hoover and the owner delivered it the same day. Recommendations: Curtains in the bedrooms, as the blinds do let quite a lot of light in. (Not a problem during darker months obviously). A whisk, measuring jug and a potato masher would be great but I know most people eat out. Both double beds had soft mattresses, again this is personal preference. Unusual not to have pillow and mattress protectors. Garden area up the steps was great, as the dog enjoyed a sniff. Lovely view across the valley. Overall nice house with great potential.

- Rebecka, April 2024
Jenni April 2024

“Loved the cottage on the whole.”

A couple of things: - the selection of crockery / cooking vessels is inadequate. One small saucepan and two huge ones isn’t helpful and the selections of plates / bowls was strange (tiny cheap bowls or enormous ones, no side plates at all, only 7 knives) and not in keeping with the rest of the cottage facilities. Wouldn’t be hard to fix and would make a difference. Good mugs though! - there was dog poo left by the previous occupants which we had to pick up. - we received a phone call on the way home about the whereabouts of a blanket which wasn’t at the cottage for any of our stay. We didn’t feel believed and were left feeling that the cleaner believed we stole it. Left a nasty taste for us. We can’t prove something wasn’t there but we definitely didn’t take anything that wasn’t ours. All that aside, the cottage was warm, spacious, comfortable and well located. We would stay again and recommend it to others. The EV charger is a great asset. Thank you for our stay.

- Jenni, April 2024

Hi Jenni. Thank you so much for taking the time to provide this feedback and I'm so sorry that the conversation regarding the blanket left a negative feeling. I had removed that blanket shortly before your stay and did not tell the cleaner - so a mistake on my part that won't be repeated. All your other feedback is valid, I'll be sure to order some crockery and extra knives :). Thanks again for the review and glad that you enjoyed your stay! Liz Property Owner
Rosemarie December 2023

“We had a lovely holiday break.”

Could there possibly be a microwave maybe on a bracket. and a few more utilities .The bathroom shower does need the filter changing as the water was not emptying as it should. If we had the chance we would use this property again.

- Rosemarie, December 2023

Thank you for your stay and useful feedback. We have unblocked the shower and it's draining normally now. We have also had other people ask for a microwave so we are considering how we can fit one in (the kitchen is too small for it but perhaps it could go in the dining area). Thanks again and glad you had a nice stay! Liz Property Owner
Rosemary September 2023

“It would be useful to have a door mat in the porch.”

Also to have hooks behind the en suite door. These comments already shared with the owner who was quick to respond. Lovely cottage which was spotless.

- Rosemary, September 2023

Hi there, sorry for the delay in responding to this review, and thanks for taking the time to write it. Your suggestions were very useful and we now have a new doormat (I am not sure where the other one went) and we added hooks to the door in the ensuite. Thanks again for the suggestions! Liz Property Owner
James August 2023

“Overall very nice property.”

It was bigger than expected. The open living and dining area is spacious and nice. Having the loft bedroom was perfect for our two children. Nice bathrooms and the shower was very refreshing which is important after a day walking. The enclosed garden worked well for our dog as we could let her off lead with confidence she would not escape anywhere. Really suggest a microwave is bought and installed as a facility for easier cooking. There is space for this. Also suggest a few more towels for extra comfort. Peeler for cooking potatoes and carrots could also be added and finally suggest adding spare toilet rolls . Doesn’t cost much but leaves good impression. Overall though it was a nice stay and helped make a memorable family holiday.

- James, August 2023

Hi there, thank you for taking the time to provide feedback and sorry for the delay in responding. Regarding the microwave, yes we are trying to reconfigure the kitchen to fit this in, as other guests have asked for it too. We've also passed on your feedback regarding the towels and toilet roll. And finally, we do now have a potato peeler! Thanks again for your feedback and your stay. Kind regards, Liz Property Owner
Jo June 2023

“Beautiful cottage, amazing views, excellent location.”

Very comfortable and relaxing break, thank you !

- Jo, June 2023
Amanda April 2023

“The cottage was spotless and the view was lovely.”

The beds were also really comfortable. A lovely area to stay for walking and exploring.

- Amanda, April 2023

Thank you Amanda, glad you enjoyed it. Liz Property Owner
Daniel April 2023

“This place is a great find.”

You can tell the cottage has been recently renovated. The views of the countryside from the front room and bedrooms are stunning. The village has great amenities and is well located for walking and all the activities in Snowdonia. We spent a week here in the Easter holidays with a party of 6, there was plenty of room. There's a lovely new kitchen and it was great to have two showers. Really handy to have the EV charger at the house rather than having to find a public one. We can’t wait to come back and stay again soon :)

- Daniel, April 2023

Really happy to hear that you enjoyed it Daniel. We really appreciate the kind feedback, thank you. Yes please do come back again. Liz Property Owner
Michael December 2022

“Excellent accommodation.”

Comfortably warm despite extremely cold weather. We brought our own toaster to supplement kitchen equipment so perhaps this is an item that could be added to save using the grill. Also a shelf would supplement the limited storage available in the kitchen. Helen responded immediately to our request for silicone sealant in the main bathroom shower after we noticed a small damp patch on the living room ceiling. Thanks for providing a great place to stay. Best regards, Mike Bertenshaw

- Michael, December 2022

Many thanks for your feedback Mike. We're really glad you enjoyed your stay - and found it warm! The cottage is a new listing so these suggestions are really helpful - that's a good idea about adding some more storage. There was a toaster in the cupboard but we'll make sure it's left out for future guests. You're welcome again any time. Liz Property Owner

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Summary

Over three floors
Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x second-floor twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room
Gas central heating system
Electric oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
Smart TV and Super Fast WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Ample roadside parking to the front of the house, on a first-come, first-served basis
Front sloping garden with furniture
EV charger *(type 2 connector) *available but fees apply
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Note: There are 15 stone steps up to the front door, however there is a handrail and outdoor lights
Note: The second-floor twin bedroom has restricted head height, please take care
Please get in touch if you wish to add a £30 EV charge onto your booking.

The property

Haulfryn is an elevated, semi-detached cottage resting in Dolwyddelan, Conwy, boasting character features and beautiful views of the Lledr river, valley and surrounding hillsides.

Ideal for a family or group of friends sharing, this cottage is within easy reach of local amenities and right in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, making it an outdoor enthusiasts' haven.

Make your way inside and into the living/dining room where you can unwind in front of the Smart TV or use fibre broadband after catching up over dinner at the table for six.

From here, the kitchen, naturally bright with a skylight, has all you need for a relaxed, self-catering stay, including a handy dishwasher.

Upstairs, take your pick from the double bedrooms, both with fireplaces and extensive views, or head up to the second floor to a characterful twin with exposed beams and an en-suite shower room.

Haulfryn has a 7kw Zappi EV charger, including the charging cable and type 2 connector.

Treat your loved ones to a meal out at the local Elen’s Castle Hotel and Restaurant, or stock up on the essentials at the local shop to rustle dinner up at home.

A short drive will take you to Betws-y-Coed and Blaenau Ffestiniog, known for their stunning scenery and abundance of outdoor activities.

There Zip World sites are close by – Zip World Llechwedd (Blaenau Ffestiniog), Forest (Betws-y-Coed), Velocity 2 (Penrhyn Quarry, Bethesda), while Rhaeadr Ewynnol Swallow Falls Waterfall is also well worth a visit.

Further afield, you can find Llanberis Lake Railway and the impressive Snowdon, if you fancy a challenge!

Haulfryn is a lovely base for a holiday to Wales you will remember.

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About the location

DOLWYDDELAN

Betws-y-Coed 6 miles.

Situated in the beautiful Lledr Valley at the foot of Moel Siabod in the Snowdonia National Park, just 6 miles from the popular tourist centre of Betws-y-Coed, the pretty village of Dolwyddelan is an ideal location from which to explore the whole of this spectacular mountain region. The village has a church dating to around 1500, whilst on the outskirts of the village is the 13th century Dolwyddelan Castle, which boasts magnificent views from its battlements. There are numerous walks in the mountains and the Gwydyr Forest and the railway line along the valley makes it possible to combine a walk one way with a return by train. The Afon Lledr is noted for sea trout and salmon fishing, and visiting golfers are welcome at the 9-hole course at Betws-y-Coed. Dolwyddelan village has a late-opening general store and two pubs serving bar meals, whilst within 8 miles, Betws-y-Coed, Blaenau Ffestiniog and Llanrwst offer a wide range of amenities.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Nice place, and good briefing/welcome pack; would def recommend.”

“A lovely property with a stunning view situated in a lovely village.”

“We had a wonderful holiday and thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Haulfryn.”

“Lovely property, really comfortable and clean,yes the kitchen was a but small but well set up.”

“A comfortable stay in this clean and tidy house.”

“Heating was great, not set on a timer so you could set it to the temperature you are comfortable with.”

“Loved the cottage on the whole.”

“We had a lovely holiday break.”

“It would be useful to have a door mat in the porch.”

“Overall very nice property.”

“Beautiful cottage, amazing views, excellent location.”

“The cottage was spotless and the view was lovely.”

“This place is a great find.”

“Excellent accommodation.”

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The property

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About the location

DOLWYDDELAN