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Maes Mawr

Trefriw, near Betws y coed, North Wales
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Period property with walled garden, tucked away within over 400 acres of National Park for you to explore
  • With countryside walks from your doorstep and views of the mountains and Crafnant lake
  • Close to Trefriw, Llanwrst, Betws-y-Coed, Capel Curig, Llanberis and Conwy coast
Property code: OC-55655

Enjoy stunning lake and mountain views and a true off-the-beaten-track break at this three-bedroom detached house. Dog friendly, it’s set in 400 acres of national park and has a fabulous walled garden, while Betws-y-Coed is just 8 miles away.

Recharge your batteries with a break in the depths of Snowdonia – this period property offers a real escape from the everyday! Wend your way along a long country track, close to Llyn Crafnant, and a gate in a walled garden will welcome you to your holiday home-from-home. Step through the porch and the scene is set for a comfortable, companionable stay. An AGA in the kitchen is complemented by an electric oven and hob and all the essentials of home – a lovely space to cook, this room leads through to a dining room with a wood burner and wonderful views towards the lake. Linger at the table with maps or a board game, or wander into the lounge where there’s a second wood burner, sofas, and a Smart TV plus a large picture window. When it’s time to retire, three welcoming bedrooms all with lovely views and Smart TVs are on the first floor. Choose from the double with an en-suite bathroom, another double or a twin bedroom. In the morning, freshen up in the shower room before heading out for your day’s adventure. A handy external utility room has a washing machine, sink and lots of drying space for coats, boots and dog blankets. Outside, the walled garden has a pond, a stream and views towards the mountains and lake – enjoy al fresco dining or stroll to Llyn Crafnant. A lockable store for bikes and canoes is available.

Less than 3 miles away, Trefiw was first discovered by the Romans and became popular with Victorian visitors who hopped on a steamboat from Conwy to benefit from its mineral-rich waters. The Woollen Mills here have been producing traditional Welsh bedspreads and tweeds for over 150 years, and there are some fine eateries to enjoy in the village too. No visit to the Snowdonia National Park would be complete without a trip to Betws-y-Coed (8 miles), home to a number of outdoor activities and craft shops, galleries and cafes.

  • 3 Bedrooms - 2 doubles and 1 twin
  • 1 Shower room and 1 en-suite bathroom
  • Electric oven and hob, Aga, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher
  • Utility room, external with washing machine and dryer
  • 2 Wood burners (first basket of logs included)
  • Electric and central heating included
  • Bed linen and towels included
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • Wi-Fi included (via satellite internet starlink)
  • Smart TVs in living area and all bedrooms
  • Enclosed garden
  • Pub, shop and beach within easy driving distance
  • Cafe within walking distance (fishing permits available daily, café only open weekends)
  • Plenty of space for bike and kayak storage
  • A variety of planned walks available from Llyn Crafnant (Lake Crafnant)
  • Mobile reception very poor due to remote location
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Linda Jones

This property is personally managed by Linda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Tara 4th July 2026

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The house is lovely and very cosy, it was clean and the beds were comfy. The scenary is absolutely stunning. We wanted to stay forever! Initially we were worried that we had missed the house as we didn't expect it to be as remote as it was and it can be a bit tricky to navigate the road it is very narrow but as long as you are good at reversing, itRead more is fine. The only suggestion is to take midge spray as they can be a bit pesky at this time of year and take essentials such as milk, bread, tea etc. with you as the nearest shop is Co-op which is a 15/20 minute drive from the house. We will definitely return as it was the perfect, secluded getaway which we really wanted and needed. Hide

Reviewed by Ann 31st May 2026

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Reviewed by Amanda 16th May 2026

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Lovely location and garden areas great walks from the door

Reviewed by Jacqueline 10th May 2026

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Reviewed by Rob 13th April 2026

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The most beautiful place we have stayed. Location is just absolutely stunning. Yes the road up to the house is a little hairy but you easily get used to this and it is so worth it when you see that house from across the lake. It is honestly breathtaking. We enjoyed early morning walks around the lake and just sitting in the garden listening and spoRead moretting the wildlife. It was honestly a dream. The house was so comfortable and warm with the fire on and we just didn't want to leave. Waking up to see the view of the lake every morning was the icing on the cake for us. We would 100% stay here again and are already trying to talk others into coming here to stay too! Hide

Reviewed by Wilhelmina 30th December 2025

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Absolutely loved staying in the house it had amazing views. Was clean and comfortable would definitely recommend it . The roads are very small we did get stuck because of heavy snow the owners were very helpful would consider this in the winter. Perhaps a four wheel drive vehicle would be better than our vw car. However a perfect holiday!

Reviewed by Vincent 24th October 2025

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Reviewed by Fiona 8th October 2025

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Beautiful cottage, in an amazing location. Superb isolation, pure bliss!

Reviewed by Simon 26th September 2025

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Reviewed by Ana 5th September 2025

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The cottage is in a unique spot with beautiful walks right from the cottage. The sheep and the wild Welsh mountain ponies are lovely to see so near the cottage. If you want to be in a quiet and inspirational place, this is your place.

Reviewed by Derek 29th August 2025

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Beautiful spot, beautiful and peaceful the only noise was the birds and the welsh ponies having a domestic in the local field, and a nearby stream coursing down to the lake

Reviewed by Michelle 22nd August 2025

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Beautiful cottage With everything you need Walks from the door Looking out towards the lake and horses and sheep in the field

Reviewed by Wendy 8th August 2025

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Great stay, out of the way and very quiet. Cottage is idyllic set in a beautiful spot. The walks were fabulous. Perfect for a stay with family and dogs.

Reviewed by Kathryn 27th June 2025

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Reviewed by Robin 23rd May 2025

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Reviewed by Eva 16th May 2025

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One of the best holidays we've had, perfect location with wonderful views, peaceful, lovely cottage and garden, countryside and mountains right on the doorstep

Reviewed by Karen 10th May 2025

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Nice cottage properly remote to feel isolated but still within a reasonable distance of local amenities. Beautiful location for a get away from life's craziness. Prepared to chill.

Reviewed by Amanda 5th May 2025

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Fantastic location with those views and great garden areas for us and the dogs. Lots of walks from the door. Some walks limited due to logging the week we went so keep an eye out for that. Loved the log fire for cosy evenings. Kitchen had everything you need. Some may find it too remote but personally we loved the peace!

Reviewed by Donna 14th March 2025

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Reviewed by Sarah 18th November 2024

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Lovely house in an absolutely stunning location. We woke on our first morning to snow, and it was just beautiful. We made good use of the two wood-burners, and really enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Sheila 1st November 2024

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Great location if you want to get away from everything but still want access to the outside world! Satellite WiFi was brilliant faster than any 5G or Broadband. Loved the log burner and walks from cottage.

Reviewed by A 20th September 2024

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Fantastic holiday. Perfect location, perfect cottage. Really did feel like home n for the first time on a holiday I really could have stayed forever. Will certainly be returning.

Reviewed by Andrew 30th August 2024

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Lovely cottage in a fantastic location. Great walking from the doorstep and the local scenery is stunning. You can get a good view of Snowdon from walking a few miles up the path over the hills at the back of the house. I did take a fly rod and spent a couple of hours fishing on the lake but no luck! The road to the cottage is narrow but that didn'Read moret bother us as we spent the whole week walking with our dog. It is relatively easy to walk to Trefriw and Llanwrst from the cottage. Hide

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