Key Highlights
- Gwynedd House is surrounded by seven acres of landscaped gardens and woodlands; ideal for relaxing with a glass of Pimms or playing tennis or boules
- A fully covered outdoor kitchen featuring a gas barbecue, charcoal grill and a wood‑fired pizza oven, all with panoramic views over Cardigan Bay.
- Golf lovers can stroll to the nearby Criccieth Golf Club for a round with stunning coastal scenery.
Bedrooms
First Floor
- Lloyd George (Bedroom 1) has a four-poster bed, and a modern en-suite bathroom fitted with a steam room that seats two. The bedroom has sea and garden views
- Lady Margaret (Bedroom 2) has a Super King zip-and-link bed (can be split into two single beds). It is spacious with chaise-lounge, and modern en suite bathroom with solid cherry and granite fittings, bath and shower. With sea and garden views. There is an adjoining door to :-
- The Teddy Beards Picnic Room (Room 3) with full-size bunk beds which can form a spacious Family Room, again with sea views.
- The Young Masters (Bedroom 4) has twin beds, an en suite with a large walk in shower. Has sea and garden views
- The Lilac Room (Bedroom 5) has a King size bed and an adjoining small bedroom with single bed. There is an en-suite stylish bathroom with large walk-in shower. The bedroom overlooks the drive and gardens.
-The Secret Garden (Bedroom 6) is a twin bedroom, en-suite, fitted with a bath and over-bath shower. The room has a view of the walled gardens and woods.
- Lady-In -Waiting (Bedroom 7) is a double bedroom, en-suite, fitted with a bath and over-bath shower. The room has a view of Lane and Gardens.
- The Herb Garden (Bedroom 8) has a King bed, with en-suite bathroom, comprising of large walk-in shower, toilet and basin. The room has a view of the sea, walled garden and woods.
- Victorian bathroom
Second Floor
- The Butlers Room (Bedroom 9) Has a King Brass Metal bed, large marble hand basin. It has an en-suite shower room. This room has lovely sea views of Cardigan Bay.
-The Nautical Room (Bedroom 10), twin Room has a sea-side theme, with views of countryside /sheep and mountains
The Butler Room and Nautical Room together are an ideal quiet family room
Games Room and Lounge
Enjoy a relaxing evening watching a film from our DVD selection on the projector screen, or take on the family with a competitive game of pool, table tennis or even Monopoly! From traditional board games, to poker or pool, Gwynedd House offers:
- Full-size table tennis
- Pool table
- Lots of board games, cards and poker chips
- Chess table
- Cricket bats and balls
- Rounders equipment
- Croquet
- Boules
- Webber gas barbecue
- Kamado Joe Kettle charcoal barbecue
- Vitcas wood fired pizza oven
Outside Grounds
In the drowsy warmth of summer, relax in seven acres of gardens among the azaleas, hydrangeas, and roses, while enjoying sun-sparkling views across Cardigan Bay to Snowdonia and beyond. Challenge friends and family to a game on the boules court, perfect for all ages, adding a touch of friendly competition to your stay. Or, take advantage of the fully equipped, covered outdoor kitchen, perfect for grilling, smoking, and creating lasting memories.
Children love the freedom to play riotous games of football, rugby and cricket, or simply ride the tree swings, and play with the cat, dog, ponies and chickens. Outdoor amenities include:
- Hard-weather tennis court, with views down to Cardigan Bay.
- 4 x basic tennis rackets available. Please bring your own tennis balls.
- The spacious grounds can be transformed into 'The Oval' for an afternoon game of cricket, 'The Olympic Stadium' for an energetic decathlon or 'La Place de L'hotel de Ville' for a relaxing game of boules. All the equipment is provided.
Treat yourselves to a peaceful and tranquil break in this luxurious ten bedroom, C16th country house. The house sits snugly in the mountainous area of Snowdonia, North Wales, just a short walk from the sandy delights of the Llŷn Peninsula and the bustling seaside town of Criccieth.
Gwynedd House offers large group accommodation, either on a self-catering basis or with in-house catering. Local activities range from golf to surfing.
Sleeping up to twenty-one guests, this south facing, fantastic house is set in seven acres of garden and woodlands and is perfect for large parties wanting to celebrate a special occasion!
Over 400 years old, this country home was once the home of the family of Lloyd George, the Liberal Prime Minister, in the late 1900s. More recently the property has been used as a lovely country hotel.
Set in seven acres of land, there is more than enough space for the whole family to enjoy! The gardens have been beautifully maintained, the seating area is the perfect spot to relax with a glass of Pimms amongst the beautiful azaleas, hydreangea and roses, while watching your loved ones enjoy a game of tennis or boules! On a warm Summer's evening there is nowhere better to be than on the terrace watching the sunset or making use of the brand new fully covered outdoor kitchen. Designed to accommodate our versatile cooking appliances, it features a Gas Weber barbecue for easy grilling, a Kamado Joe Kettle charcoal barbecue that delivers rich, smoky flavours, and a handcrafted Vitcas wood-fired pizza oven, perfect for creating artisanal pizzas. This setup offers fun for all ages, allowing everyone to make their own personalized pizzas. Additionally, it’s perfect for slow-cooking incredibly tasty roasts and preparing complete meals for larger groups. Enjoy the panoramic view of Cardigan Bay while gathering around the kitchen island, which provides ample space for cooking and family fun!
Spring, summer, autumn or winter, Gwynedd House welcomes you year round!
- Please note that Gwynedd House is set on a working farmstead, so you may see the owners and their team tending to plants and livestock around the grounds.
- With self-catering or private chef options available, we recommend arranging catering in advance, especially for special occasions. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help.
- With seven acres of gardens, woodlands, and outdoor activities including a tennis court, young children should be supervised at all times when exploring or using the facilities.
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Pre-Stocked Fridge Available
- Yoga Classes Available
- Spa Treatments Available
- Catering Available
- Breakfast Available
- Property host
- Meal delivery service
What takes your fancy? There's golf, rifle shooting – or perhaps, awaiting your arrival, you'd like to book a delicious starter hamper (all produce sourced from suppliers within a 15 mile radius).
Whatever it may be, the owners are on hand to make sure that your stay at Gwynedd House is both enjoyable and memorable. So much so that you will return time and time again – no matter the weather or the season.
Criccieth also offers tennis, nine-hole golf course, sea angling, swimming and surfing.
Groups can either book on a self-catering basis, or with in-house catering with an accomplished chef. Extra 'add ons' include a summer welcome hamper, or hot tasty winter dinner waiting for you in the Aga. The chef can cater to all your culinary needs, from a tasty three-course dinner, to a simple, fresh buffet, or a wonderful summer BBQ, all with locally sourced Welsh produce.
If you choose to self-cater, the well-equipped luxury kitchen includes two fan-assisted ovens, a microwave oven/grill, a wonderful Aga, and a convenient deep-fat fryer. The owner also includes mixes, spices, condiments – and access to their fragrant herb garden.
Housekeeping can be arranged at time of booking: Kitchen £12.00, Bedroom/en-suite £8.00, Lounge/Dining Room £10.00.
Carys Wyn Alhoff-Roberts offers a range of holistic therapies in the Oasis Treatment Room at the house. The treatment room is located in the old stables. Therapies include Reiki, Indian Head Massage, Aromatherapy, Swedish massage, Reflexology and a range of facials.
To arrange any of these services, contact Oliver's VIP Concierge Team.
