Pets welcome at ancient Elizabethan cottage near Porthmadog, Criccieth, Black Rock Sands

Accommodation Details:

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/dvd, 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.

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About this cottage:

• Step back in time and enjoy the special atmosphere of this unique ancient homestead full of colourful home comforts together with modern conveniences.
• Expertly restored with many original features including a massive inglenook fireplace, original circular stone stairway & some low ceilings with ntique furnishings including a traditional Welsh dresser with a fabulous display of blue & white china.
• The Ancient Houses Commission recently 'dendro-chronologically' dated the timbers of Llys Derwin to be from 1575.
• Adjacent to, but separate from the farmhouse is ~Derwin, Property Ref 925(925)~, furnished with some fine Welsh antique furniture.
• Enjoy the freedom of the owners farm (nearby) with fishing in the river nearby.
• Summer short breaks are available at Llys Derwin please phone for price and availability.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• This sprawling sandy beach is ideal for bathing, boating, watersports and cast fishing. Drive your vehicle directly onto the sands - ideal for the elderly and infirm.

• Walk along the beautiful coastal path and enjoy this Blue Flag awarded pebble beach with sand at low tide. Backed by concrete steps, access is easy.

• Two Blue Flag awarded beaches to choose from, Marine is a pebble beach with wonderful views and pleasant for walking. Main beach, a mixture of sand and pebbles has lots of rock pools to explore.
• Conveniently situated near this Elizabethan cottage circa 1575 near Porthmadog & Criccieth on the Lleyn Peninsula.

• 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!

• 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.

• 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.

• Bass, codling, flounder, dab, mackerel, whiting, gurnard and mullet on any state of the tide. Do remember your fishing gear and favourite seafood recipes.

• 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.
• Lots to do and good shopping with a choice of places to eat near this
• Elizabethan cottage circa 1575 near Porthmadog & Criccieth central Lleyn Peninsula & Snowdonia.

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