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Cottage Criccieth - Ancient Elizabethan cottage style farmhouse, circa 1575
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Porthmadog & Criccieth 6m, Caernarfon 12m, Lleyn Peninsula.
Ancient Elizabethan cottage style farmhouse (near Criccieth) circa 1543
- The Ancient Houses Commission recently dendro chronologically dated the timbers of Llys Derwin to be from 1543.
- Step back in time and enjoy the special atmosphere of this unique ancient homestead full of colourful home comforts together with modern conveniences.
- Antique furnishings including a traditional Welsh dresser full of blue & white china.
- Solid wood garden furniture is ideal for al fresco dining in the pretty enclosed garden.
- Expertly restored, many original features including a massive inglenook fire place, original stone circular stairway & some low ceilings.
- Adjacent to, but separate from the farmhouse is ~Derwin, Property Ref 925(925)~, furnished with some fine Welsh antique furniture.
- Freedom of the owners farm (nearby) with fishing in the river nearby.
- 20 miles of cycle track within 100 yds - this was the original railway track between Caernarfon and Porthmadog.
- Criccieth has a range of amenities including bank, post office, internet cafe, interesting and independent shops, supermarkets, chemist, doctors, and filling station.
Snowdonia National Park and Lleyn Peninsula
- Just north of Porthmadog and Borth y Gest on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park.The busy harbour town of Porthmadog has a good range of local facilities including bank, post office, internet cafe, fuel station, supermarkets, doctors surgeries and vetinary surgery.
Walk Lleyn Coast Path
- To the west is the Lleyn Peninsula with a score of coves, harbours and vast stretches of safe, sandy beaches, Black Rock sands the closest.
- The coast path is 84 miles of diverse landscapes including open countryside, wild heath and coastal features.
Ffestiniog Railway, Welsh Highland Railway & Snowdon Moutain Railway
- On a fine day the great little train ride from Porthmadog to the slate quarry museum at Blaenau Ffestiniog, should not be missed or the train ride to the top of Snowdon - quicker than walking!
Welsh Castles & Local Beaches
- There are several magnificent castles to explore within easy driving distance;Criccieth, Harlech, Caernarfon and Beaumaris.
- There are a number of lovely beaches along the Lleyn Peninsula, enough to choose a different one for each day of the week and more; Criccieth has two, Llandanwg, Dinas Dinlle, Warren, Black Rock, Harlech and Fforyd.
Les Burridge Art Gallery, Criccieth & Shore Fishing Shell Island
- A good source of local paintings from well known Welsh artists such as Rob Piercy and William Selwyn. Do have a look you may find something special to remind you of your visit.
- Shore fishing at Shell Island yields bass, codling, flounder, dab, mackeral, whiting, gurnard, and mullet on any state of the tide. Do remember your fishing gear and favourite seafood recipes.
Lle Hari Restaurant, Llanrwst
- Comfortable, family run Lle Hari Restaurant at the Meadowsweet Hotel in Llanrwst serves international, Welsh and traditional dishes.
Adrenalin Antics, Llyn Trawsfyndd Reservoir
- Multiple adventure activities based in Snowdon National Park. Activities include gorge walking, canyoning, cliff jumping, rock climbing, abseiling, raft building, walking, zip lines and more.
- Good shopping and a choice of places to eat near this holiday cottage - Criccieth
ACCOMMODATION:
2 Large Bedrooms sleeping a maximum of 4 plus travel cot; 1 king size double, 1 twin.
Bedlinen provided.
Bathroom with full suite on first floor.
nb: The 1st floor is reached via a circular stone staircase (steep steps), reminiscent of a secret panel staircase - very low ceiling in part and may be difficult for the elderly.
Kitchen galley type with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine.
Lounge/Diner a feature of the room is a huge stone Inglenook fireplace, large and heavily beamed ceiling, small Elizabethan leaded light windows, antique Welsh dresser, grandfather clock, tv, comfortable seating. Highchair. (One of the most characterful and atmospheric rooms in this brochure)
Fuel starter pack of coal and logs. Central Heating £15 per week May to September; £20 per week October to April.
Grounds private and enclosed garden with garden furniture. Access to 90 acres of farmland with fishing in nearby river.
Ample parking.
Welcome FREE 2 dogs (sorry, no cats)
FRIDAY CHANGEOVER
Maid, grocery & baby sitting service available.
Bedlinen provided.
Bathroom with full suite on first floor.
nb: The 1st floor is reached via a circular stone staircase (steep steps), reminiscent of a secret panel staircase - very low ceiling in part and may be difficult for the elderly.
Kitchen galley type with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine.
Lounge/Diner a feature of the room is a huge stone Inglenook fireplace, large and heavily beamed ceiling, small Elizabethan leaded light windows, antique Welsh dresser, grandfather clock, tv, comfortable seating. Highchair. (One of the most characterful and atmospheric rooms in this brochure)
Fuel starter pack of coal and logs. Central Heating £15 per week May to September; £20 per week October to April.
Grounds private and enclosed garden with garden furniture. Access to 90 acres of farmland with fishing in nearby river.
Ample parking.
Welcome FREE 2 dogs (sorry, no cats)
FRIDAY CHANGEOVER
Maid, grocery & baby sitting service available.
