Blaenau Barn
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Overview
The secluded Blaenau Barn offers the very best of Snowdonia. Sleeping up to eight guests, the beautiful stone built, 4 bedroom, barn conversion is located on the outskirts of Llanffestiniog, less than 1 mile from the village pub and within 3 miles of Blaenau Ffestiniog. Surrounded by gorgeous countryside and stunning mountainous views with a magical waterfall 2 minutes away, This is the perfect place for walking and biking enthusiasts of all capabilities and those who want to gather together in a beautiful retreat in an inspiring location.
Peaceful, private and wonderfully scenic, Blaenau Barn offers a warm farmhouse welcome as soon as you open the door. Enjoying underfloor heating, the hallway opens up to an attractive open-plan living area. Guests will love the wooden beams, high ceilings, gorgeous wooden floors and cosy evenings in front of the large roaring wood-burning stove. The lounge offers snuggly sofas and armchairs that bask in the warmth of the fire. A television and bookcase filled with books, games maps and local information are provided for your entertainment. The dining space is large and characterful with a large feature wall map, a talking point whilst enjoying fabulous feasts. Step out through the large sliding doors to experience wonderful views on your garden patio.
The country-style kitchen is modern and spacious, boasting all of the appliances you could need including an electric range oven, dishwasher, huge fridge freezer, wine cooler, microwave and coffee machine.
You will find two gorgeous, characterful bedrooms on the ground floor. Cosy and stylish, Bedroom 1 has a kingsize bed and underfloor heating. Bedroom 2 also has a comfortable kingsize bed. Both bedrooms can be rearranged into twin rooms if required. Located on the ground floor, you will also find a convenient separate shower room and a utility room with washing machine and dryer as well as a WC and sink.
Upstairs are two large and characterful bedrooms. Bedroom 3 has a Super king bed and en-suite bathroom with shower room and Bedroom 4 has a Super king bed and en-suite bathroom with a luxurious double-ended bath. Both bedrooms have a double sofa bed and can be used as family rooms. Both bedrooms also benefit from the fabulous garden and mountainous views.
The property is family-friendly with a travel cot, highchair and stairgate provided if required.
Outside the large, peaceful enclosed garden enjoys plenty of space for fun and games. Surrounded by stunning scenery, there is a delightful mountain stream and picturesque ponds at the edge of the garden boundary.
The spacious patio offers plenty of seating and space for alfresco dining. There is a fabulous fire pit and a stone-built charcoal BBQ so you can enjoy the outdoors even on the chilliest of days.
There is ample parking for up to 4 cars and the garage provides secure bike storage.
What you should know…
- Up to 2 well-behaved dogs welcome. The dogs need to be at least 1 year old, vaccinated and flee treated. Dog hamper provided
- An initial supply of logs and coal is provided for guests convenience, there are additional bags for sale
- The sleeping arrangements offer great flexibility with all bedrooms rooms having the option to be rearranged into twin rooms and two bedrooms conveniently located on the ground floor
- Please be aware there is a stream and ponds at the far boundary of the property and young children should be supervised
Property Features
Ground Floor
- Welcome Hallway
- Kitchen Area: Well-equipped kitchen space with spectacular mountain views. Includes an electric range oven, dishwasher, large fridge freezer, wine cooler, microwave and coffee machine.
- Dining Area: Large dining table seating up to 12. A large feature wall map to inspire the explorers amongst you.
- Lounge Area: Welcoming lounge with sofas and chairs for up to 12 people. Sit back and relax with throws and blankets in front of the log burner, or enjoy the Snowdonia scenery through a large sliding door that opens onto the garden patio. Freeview TV and a large bookcase filled to the brim with books, games, maps, and plenty of suggestions of what to see and do.
- Bedroom 1: King size bed (can be made into 2'6'' twin beds) and underfloor heating.
- Bedroom 2: King size bed (can be made into 2'6'' twin beds).
- Shower Room: Large shower, vanity sink and heated towel rail.
- Toilet / Utility: Toilet, sink and vanity unit. Utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer
Upstairs
- Bedroom 3: Super king bed (can be made into full sized, 3' twin beds) and en-suite shower room. With a double sofa bed, this bedroom can also be made into a family room for 4. Garden and mountain views. En-suite: shower, toilet and towel rail.
- Bedroom 4: Super king bed (can be made into full sized, 3' twin beds) and ensuite bathroom. This room can also be made into a family room for 4 by utilising the double sofa bed. Garden and mountain views, along with large windows overlooking the lounge. En-suite: large double ended bath, sink and vanity unit, toilet and towel rail
Garden
- With beautiful mountain views, the cottage boasts a very large, enclosed garden to the front elevation of the property, with a stream and ponds at the furthest reach of the garden boundary.
- Very large patio with seating and dining furniture provided. Fire pit and stone built charcoal BBQ - one bag of charcoal also provided.
- Garage with secure bike storage.
Additional Information
- Bed linen, hand and bath towels: Provided
- Central heating and electricity: Included.
- Logs: Initial supply of logs and coal provided. Additional bags for sale.
- Pets: Up to 2 well behaved dogs welcome. Will need to be at least 1 year old, vaccinated and flee treated. Dog hamper provided.
- No smoking inside the property please
- Water: Mains water supply
- Parking: Large private drive with ample parking for 4 cars.
Location
About the surrounding area of Blaenau BarnBlaenau Barn enjoys a wonderfully secluded location with stunning mountain and valley views just on the outskirts of Llanffestiniog and only a short drive from Blaenau Ffestiniog.
Once known as the slate capital of the world, Llanffestiniog is today renowned for innovative activity centres such as Zip World Titan, which whisks you high above Blaenau and down to the valley beneath and Bounce Below, an underground network of trampolines in a huge, illuminated cavern. A deep mine tour at Llechwedd is a fascinating way to glimpse into Blaenau’s history and, if mountain biking trails and thrills appeal, head for Antur Stiniog which offers 14 fantastic gravity-fed mountain biking trails.
Climb aboard the delightful Ffestiniog steam train for a scenic journey to Porthmadog and the coast, where you can enjoy a stroll around the charming Italianate-style village of Portmeirion (8.5 miles).
Its riviera-inspired houses, ornamental garden and campanile stand out against the trees and hills. Portmeirion opened as an attractive private village in 1926. You can stretch your legs in its ten-hectare woodland, an Edwardian wild garden designed by Caton Haigh a world authority on Himalayan flowering trees and exotic plants. The gardens are stunning with camellias, rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolia and maidenhair trees bringing blazes of colour. If you are looking for a memento of your time by the sea in North Wales Porthmadog has some lovely gift shops selling unique traditional and contemporary pottery.
The picturesque village of Beddgelert lies in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park at the foot of Mount Snowdon. It is a very pretty, bustling village full of charming tea rooms, cosy pubs, arts and craft shops and wonderful restaurants, all centred around the Afon Galslyn River. You can enjoy a gentle river stroll to the Aberglaslyn Pass, one of North Wales’ famous beauty spots. The Welsh Highland Steam Railway passes through the village on its journey from Porthmadog to Caernarfon. The village of Beddgelert is famous for its monument to the Welsh Prince Llewelyn’s dog, whom the Prince killed thinking it had attacked and killed his son, only to discover the dog had been defending his son from a savage wolf attack.
For a complete contrast and only a short drive away, visit rugged Dolwyddelan Castle, one of several castles built to command the mountain passes in this epic landscape. Nearer to home, there are excellent walks on the doorstep, with a fairy-tale waterfall just a few meters away.
As well as exploring the Snowdonia National Park during your stay, a short drive will take you to the beautiful Llyn Peninsula, a protected Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are stunning, idyllic beaches to visit, seaside resorts with an excellent bistro life, pretty coastal hamlets, picturesque harbours and smart marinas. The historic fishing village of Aberdaron has a National Nature Reserve famous for its birdlife and has sailing and watersports, fabulous beaches and a lovely sheltered harbour. The Llyn peninsula’s capital Pwllheli is a very busy seaside resort. It boasts a popular sailing and watersports centre, a fantastic marina, art galleries and excellent shops and restaurants.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Liverpool Airport
(133 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Porthmadog
(17 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Llanffestinog
(1.1 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Y Manod
(2.9 km ) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Pen y bryn Stores
(1.1 km ) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Porthmadog Golf Club
(19 km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Harlech Beach
(21 km) |
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Region
While the image of lush valleys and a laid-back lifestyle are right at the heart of a holiday in Wales, don’t think stunning landscapes and a bit of relaxation are the only thing on offer in this beautiful country. Don’t believe us?
Check out our Wales travel guide – it’s full of handy hints, travel ideas and great stuff for families and groups of friends to do.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesBlaenau Barn is perfect for a family holiday. It is superbly comfortable, very cosy and enjoys a wonderful garden for alfresco dining and family games. There is secure storage for bikes if you bring them along. The location is perfect for families that love hiking, biking and discovering gorgeous landscapes as well as spending lazy days on the beach and picking up souvenirs from quaint gift shops. There are footpaths right from the backdoor and a magical waterfall only 2 minutes away.
Adrenaline seekers have come to the right place with an abundance of thrilling adventures to enjoy. Families will love Zip World Titan, near Balenau Ffestiniog, at the world famous underground State Caverns. Home to the largest zip zone in the world, with over 8km of zip lines, you can enjoy the view of brave zippers flying overhead on parallel lines. Suitable for kids over the age of 7, families can fly side by side! You can learn all about the history of the quarry on a tour in ex-army Quarry Explorer trucks. You can also enjoy an underground network of Trampolene nets and try out your golfing skills at an underground golf course.
Water babies will love the thrills at the National White Water Centre near Bala. With fantastic activities including White Water Rafting, Kayaking, canoeing and canyoning. You need to be a confident swimmer and all children must be ten years old or over on the Rafting Safari and 12 years or over for full and taster rafting sessions and canyoning. The instructors are fabulous with youngsters giving them the confidence to just go for it, meaning the adults have no choice but to follow!
Children love beach days and the Welsh coastline is gorgeous! Morfa Bychan Beach, Harlech Beach and Criccieth Beach are within a short drive and are all fantastic beaches for the little ones with Harlech having a castle and nature reserve to explore too. Tal-y-bont Beach is a long sandy beach and great for building sandcastles so don’t forget your buckets and spades. If you are looking for a dog-friendly beach head to Plas Menai Beach.
Further afield, Pwllheli boasts a Blue Flag beach and a fabulous watersports centre with a very modern marina. There is also a delightful woodland trail and cafe for the younger ones or those not brave enough! The Glasfryn Parc Activity Centre in Pwllheli has more than eleven outdoor and indoor activities including go-karting, archery, crazy golf, watersports, segway, clay pigeon shooting, cable wakeboarding and indoor soft play.
Offering amazing family experiences, this wonderful region is the perfect place to make magical memories.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- Watersports
- Cycling
- Horse Riding
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
Onsite Facilities
- Indoor Games
- Toys
- Fenced Grounds
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | Check-in 4.00 p.m |
| Departure time | Check-out 9.00 a.m |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property |
| Arrival time | Check-in 4.00 p.m |
| Departure time | Check-out 9.00 a.m |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Heating costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit. |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi internet access included. |
| Minimum stay | 2 nights |
| Changeover day | Friday |
| Pets welcome? | Up to 2 well behaved dogs welcome, at a fee of £50 per pet per stay. Will need to be at least 1 year old, vaccinated and flee treated. Dog hamper provided. |
| Smoking Allowed? | Smoking & Vaping are not permitted. |
| Insurance | Guests are required to be in possession of a valid insurance policy, which covers them for cancellations, loss of personal belongings, personal liability and any accidental damage caused during their stay. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 8 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 29th 2023 - Dec 1st 2023 | £1,084 | £1,216 | £1,347 | £1,413 |
| Dec 1st 2023 - Dec 8th 2023 | £1,084 | £1,216 | £1,347 | £1,413 |
| Dec 8th 2023 - Dec 15th 2023 | £1,084 | £1,216 | £1,347 | £1,413 |
| Dec 15th 2023 - Dec 22nd 2023 | £1,084 | £1,216 | £1,347 | £1,413 |
| Dec 22nd 2023 - Dec 29th 2023 | £1,886 | £2,124 | £2,363 | £2,482 |
| Dec 29th 2023 - Jan 5th 2024 | £1,888 | £2,126 | £2,365 | £2,484 |
| Jan 5th 2024 - Jan 12th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Jan 12th 2024 - Jan 19th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Jan 19th 2024 - Jan 26th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Jan 26th 2024 - Feb 2nd 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Feb 2nd 2024 - Feb 9th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Feb 9th 2024 - Feb 16th 2024 | £1,179 | £1,323 | £1,467 | £1,539 |
| Feb 16th 2024 - Feb 23rd 2024 | £1,150 | £1,291 | £1,431 | £1,501 |
| Feb 23rd 2024 - Mar 1st 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Mar 1st 2024 - Mar 8th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Mar 8th 2024 - Mar 15th 2024 | £1,122 | £1,258 | £1,395 | £1,463 |
| Mar 15th 2024 - Mar 22nd 2024 | £1,122 | £1,258 | £1,395 | £1,463 |
| Mar 22nd 2024 - Mar 29th 2024 | £1,274 | £1,431 | £1,588 | £1,667 |
| Mar 29th 2024 - Apr 5th 2024 | £1,921 | £2,164 | £2,407 | £2,528 |
| Apr 5th 2024 - Apr 12th 2024 | £1,657 | £1,864 | £2,072 | £2,176 |
| Apr 12th 2024 - Apr 19th 2024 | £1,248 | £1,402 | £1,555 | £1,632 |
| Apr 19th 2024 - Apr 26th 2024 | £1,248 | £1,402 | £1,555 | £1,632 |
| Apr 26th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 | £1,303 | £1,464 | £1,625 | £1,705 |
| May 3rd 2024 - May 10th 2024 | £1,331 | £1,495 | £1,660 | £1,742 |
| May 10th 2024 - May 17th 2024 | £1,351 | £1,518 | £1,685 | £1,769 |
| May 17th 2024 - May 24th 2024 | £1,369 | £1,539 | £1,708 | £1,793 |
| May 24th 2024 - May 31st 2024 | £2,281 | £2,572 | £2,863 | £3,009 |
| May 31st 2024 - Jun 7th 2024 | £1,492 | £1,677 | £1,863 | £1,956 |
| Jun 7th 2024 - Jun 14th 2024 | £1,516 | £1,705 | £1,894 | £1,989 |
| Jun 14th 2024 - Jun 21st 2024 | £1,613 | £1,815 | £2,017 | £2,118 |
| Jun 21st 2024 - Jun 28th 2024 | £1,697 | £1,911 | £2,124 | £2,231 |
| Jun 28th 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 | £1,796 | £2,023 | £2,249 | £2,363 |
| Jul 5th 2024 - Jul 12th 2024 | £1,861 | £2,096 | £2,331 | £2,448 |
| Jul 12th 2024 - Jul 19th 2024 | £1,949 | £2,196 | £2,443 | £2,566 |
| Jul 19th 2024 - Jul 26th 2024 | £2,016 | £2,272 | £2,528 | £2,656 |
| Jul 26th 2024 - Aug 2nd 2024 | £2,284 | £2,575 | £2,866 | £3,012 |
| Aug 2nd 2024 - Aug 9th 2024 | £2,325 | £2,622 | £2,919 | £3,068 |
| Aug 9th 2024 - Aug 16th 2024 | £2,325 | £2,622 | £2,919 | £3,068 |
| Aug 16th 2024 - Aug 23rd 2024 | £2,284 | £2,575 | £2,866 | £3,012 |
| Aug 23rd 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 | £2,284 | £2,575 | £2,866 | £3,012 |
| Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 6th 2024 | £1,657 | £1,865 | £2,073 | £2,177 |
| Sep 6th 2024 - Sep 13th 2024 | £1,599 | £1,799 | £2,000 | £2,100 |
| Sep 13th 2024 - Sep 20th 2024 | £1,400 | £1,574 | £1,748 | £1,835 |
| Sep 20th 2024 - Sep 27th 2024 | £1,290 | £1,449 | £1,608 | £1,688 |
| Sep 27th 2024 - Oct 4th 2024 | £1,271 | £1,427 | £1,584 | £1,662 |
| Oct 4th 2024 - Oct 11th 2024 | £1,271 | £1,427 | £1,584 | £1,662 |
| Oct 11th 2024 - Oct 18th 2024 | £1,271 | £1,427 | £1,584 | £1,662 |
| Oct 18th 2024 - Oct 25th 2024 | £1,490 | £1,675 | £1,861 | £1,954 |
| Oct 25th 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £1,709 | £1,923 | £2,138 | £2,246 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Nov 8th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Nov 8th 2024 - Nov 15th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Nov 15th 2024 - Nov 22nd 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Nov 22nd 2024 - Nov 29th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Nov 29th 2024 - Dec 6th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Dec 6th 2024 - Dec 13th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Dec 13th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £1,083 | £1,214 | £1,345 | £1,411 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 27th 2024 | £1,921 | £2,164 | £2,407 | £2,528 |
| Dec 27th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £1,957 | £2,205 | £2,453 | £2,577 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Jan 10th 2025 | £1,122 | £1,258 | £1,395 | £1,463 |
| Jan 10th 2025 - Jan 17th 2025 | £1,122 | £1,258 | £1,395 | £1,463 |
| Jan 17th 2025 - Jan 24th 2025 | £1,122 | £1,258 | £1,395 | £1,463 |
| Jan 24th 2025 - Jun 1st 2025 | £1,122 | £1,258 | £1,395 | £1,463 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Thank you for the best stay!
Your home was beautiful and had everything we needed and more. We would love to come back and stay in the near future.
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We enjoyed a wonderful week!
The cottage is beautiful inside and out. We had exceptionally good weather so spent our evenings outdoors using the fire pit and the camping chairs in the garage. The kitchen was very well equipped as we are at home every night and had everything we needed. The views were fabulous and very relaxing. Can't wait to return to the house and this special area.
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