Boots Cottage
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Overview
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Boots Cottage sits in the middle of a pretty terrace of 19th century stone houses. It has been completely and lovingly renovated to offer stunning holiday accommodation with style and pizzazz. It is the perfect abode for a spot of switch off, coming with a gorgeous living space, a sleek well-equipped kitchen, a smart family bathroom and three lavishly appointed bedrooms, each exuding a unique charm and an abundance of comfort.
Boots Cottage is an oasis of calm where you can hunker down with one of the world’s most revered wildernesses on the doorstep. You must pack your walking boots and a good book or three as serenity awaits. You can even bring your furry friend for long walks in these astonishing landscapes. The cottage enjoys a very smart exterior and within you will enjoy its cool vibe with beautiful furnishings mingling with ancient nods from its past. A sumptuous sofa and trendy accent chairs sit beside the original slate fireplace and gorgeous cosy electric fire that will keep you company when a rural chill sets in. You can snuggle up, turn on the smart television and relax with a film from your Netflix account. There is smart cabinetry either side of the fireplace and gorgeous wooden flooring that stretches through to the dining area. Here you will find a lovely dining table, chairs and a bench covered with luscious fur. A door opens to the sleek, contemporary kitchen with its cool slate floor, handy breakfast bar and excellent appliances including a Nespresso coffee machine. A welcome hamper will be waiting for you as a thank you for your booking. The family bathroom sits beyond the kitchen, another cool number with a bath and overhead shower.
Upstairs you will discover three super trendy bedrooms, two doubles with exposed stone walls and another with bunk beds that fit both adults and children. These rooms enjoy cool calm colour palettes of soft greens, ivories and white and the beds are adorned with luxury linens and stylish soft furnishings. Boots Cottage has been restored to showcase the beautiful features of a traditional Welsh cottage while also offering top notch fittings and contemporary flair. You will relish in its beauty, charm and character which have been married marvellously with this carefully curated selection of modern furniture.
There are yet more cool vibes in the pretty courtyard where you will find a gorgeous sofa set where you can enjoy a cup of tea, a glass of wine and the freshest of air.
What you should know…
- Parking on the road outside the cottage can be a bit tricky but there is a car park three minutes walk away
- The cottage has some steep stairs and the odd step down to the kitchen and onto the landing
- Guests can take up to two furry friends to the cottage but please do not let them into the bedrooms
- One of the bedrooms offers bunk beds, best for children but perfectly comfortable for adults
This home is a part of our Great Value Collection!
Our great value homes:
- may be traditionally styled for a laid back feeling
- may have some simple amenities and features
- mean that you can enjoy top holiday destinations for less!
Property Features
Boots Cottage
Ground Floor
- Open plan lounge and dining area
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Bathroom with shower over a p-shaped bath, WC and basin
First Floor
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with double bed
- Bedroom with bunk beds
Additional Facilities
- Fireplace
- Coffee machine
- Free car park nearby
Location
About the surrounding area of Boots CottageThe breathtaking Snowdonia National Park covers eight hundred and forty square miles with its purple tipped mountains and lush forests. The park is spectacular and crammed full of outdoor activities including cycling, climbing, horse riding, golfing, bird watching, caving and watersports. It is sprinkled with ancient monuments and museums.
Boots Cottage enjoys a wonderful location in the town of Blaenau Ffestiniog. Once a slate mining centre, it now attracts many tourists for its beauty, charm and character. This former slate capital of the world has become on of North Wales’s most innovative activity centres. It has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The slate that tumbles down its steep mountain slopes is now the province of mountain bikers and zipline riders while the underground caverns are now home to the world’s largest subterranean trampoline and more zipline action. It enjoys a compelling beauty and Snowdonia’s natural and dramatic grandeur.
Llechwedd’s Slate Mountain Adventure offers a truly unique experience through the historical quarry. There are exhilarating ex-military truck rides to the highest peaks and the vast quarries of Maenofferen, Diffwys Casson and others while enjoying breathtaking views of South Snowdonia and Snowdon itself, Moel Siabod, the Moelwyn mountain range and the Irish Sea. You can experience a deep mine tour five hundred feet below ground taking Europe’s steepest cable railway or have a go at slate splitting. You will hear stories of the miners and experience an award-winning light and sound display at the underground lake. Also on site is Bounce Below where you can jump and bounce from net to net in a cathedral size cavern. A trip to the Zip World Caverns takes you through an epic journey through underground caverns on ziplines, rope bridges, via ferrata and tunnels at Zip World Titan. There is also underground adventure golf, thrilling activities.
As well as exploring the Snowdonia National Park during your stay, you may also wish to head for 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 was the last stop for pilgrims on the way to Ynys Enlli otherwise known as Bardsey Island, or the ‘Isle of 20000 Saints’ which is now a National Nature Reserve famous for its birdlife. Abersoch is a delightful seaside resort with sailing and watersports, a bistro dining scene, fabulous beaches and a lovely sheltered harbour. Llanbedrog boasts a photogenic line of colourful beach huts and a superb beach. Porthdinllaen is a much loved, much photographed coastal hamlet brimming with quaint houses above a stunning half moon of golden sand. Beside Porthdinllaen is Nefyn with its maritime museum, pretty harbour and a sweeping crescent of sand. Its headland golf course is extremely scenic. Criccieth is a beautiful, elegant seaside resort on Cardigan Bay known as the ‘Pearl of Wales on the Shores of Snowdonia’. This attractive Victorian resort offers fantastic beaches and traditional Welsh charm. 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 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Caernarfon Airport
(46 km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Blaenau Ffestiniog
(1 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Porthmadog Golf Club
(20 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 AgesWith three bedrooms, Boots Cottage is perfect for a family holiday in the Snowdonia National Park. The thrilling attractions of Blaenau Ffestiniog are always a big hit with adventurous children. Zip World Titan offers the ultimate zipping experience as well as underground adventure golf. You might not get away with just one trip! The underground golf is set over four floors with eighteen holes. The Titan zipline has four wires so families with older children can race against each other. Bounce Below has six nets and offers the most amazing jumping experience.
Children enjoy visiting the Greenwood Family Park, voted as the best family attraction in North Wales. It is an eco-friendly adventure park packed full of quirky thrilling rides and wonderful playground areas. There are endless activities from rollercoasting, to splashing and mega crafting. These include the World’s only people powered rollercoaster ride, an epic solar powered water ride Splashdown, North Wales’ longest sledge run, a giant jumping tower and a maze.
The Beacon Climbing Centre is a wonderful all weather venue with fun activities for the whole family. Children can conquer the high roped walls, experience the freedom of climbing and bouldering and complete the crazy climb.
Children love outings on the Welsh Highland Steam Railway from Porthmadog, enjoying the outstanding scenery, comfortable carriages and historic steam engines. In the heart of Snowdonia, glorious coastlines, ancient oak woodlands, mountains, rivers and castles all beckon as you step back in time.
The glacial valleys and craggy dramatic canyons around Betws-y-Coed have been popular with teens and adults for centuries. Those that love the challenge of canyoning, scrambling, gorge walking and getting wet can have great fun here. They can abseil sheer cliffs and zipline across rivers with Seren Ventures. You will be accompanied by a professional instructor and it is absolutely thrilling. There are also amazing mountain biking trails including the Marin Route and the Llyn Elsi Route which heads up to a reservoir.
Kids Activities Close-by
- Theme park
- Kid-friendly excursions
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- Cycling
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
- Historical Sites
Onsite Facilities
- 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!
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| Security deposit | £150 charged to client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4:00 pm. |
| Departure time | Before 10:00 am. |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £150 charged to client's credit card as a pre-authorisation at least 2 weeks prior to arrival and refunded two weeks after departure, subject to full inspection. |
| Arrival time | 4:00 pm. |
| Departure time | Before 10:00 am. |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price. |
| Heating costs 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. |
| Pets welcome? | A maximum of two well behaved pets are allowed on request, at an additional charge of £25 per pet per stay. Please enquire when booking. |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking or vaping. |
| Changeover day | All days. |
| Minimum stay | 3 nights. |
Rental Rates
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.
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