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Moelwyns Retreat

Tanygrisiau, near Blaenau Ffestiniog, North Wales
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • This stone cottage with a wood burner and all the creature comforts makes a lovely romantic retreat
  • Exposed beams and flagstone floors retain the traditional charm of this cosy property
  • Well placed for exploring popular spots including Snowdonia/Eryri National Park and Portmeirion
Overview
Property code: OC-93748

Welcome to this charming stone cottage exuding warmth and character, ideal for couples seeking a romantic retreat with their furry friends. Nestled on the outskirts of Blaenau Ffestiniog amidst the breathtaking vistas of Snowdonia, this delightful home offers a range of activities right on your doorstep and comes complete with a wood burner in the cosy lounge and plenty of lovingly preserved original features.

Step inside this enchanting cottage where exposed wooden beams and traditional flagstone floors await. The inviting open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner welcomes you with its striking stone fireplace housing the wood burner, creating a snug ambience perfect for intimate evenings. Whip up delicious meals in the creatively designed kitchen. After dinner, unwind on the plush sofa, catch up on your favourite films, or plan your upcoming activities. As night falls, head to the first-floor bedroom for a restful night's sleep, where you'll discover a sumptuous double bed and a Smart TV for your entertainment. Start your day with a refreshing shower in the en-suite shower room before heading out on adventures. Outside, the paved front garden beckons you to unwind amidst the natural beauty, complete with a table, chairs, and charcoal BBQ, providing the perfect setting for al fresco dining and soaking in the breathtaking surroundings.

Embark on a leisurely stroll to Cwmorthin Waterfall (1.5 miles), explore the local shops and eateries, or venture to Llechwedd (1.5 miles) for its deep mine tours, off-road quarry adventures, and the adrenaline-pumping Zip World Caverns experience. Enjoy opportunities for hiking and cycling at Beddgelert (6 miles), Coed Y Brenin Forest Park (11 miles), and the majestic Snowdon/Yr Wyddfa (17 miles). Don't miss the chance to visit the enchanting Italianate-style village of Portmeirion (11 miles) or embark on a scenic journey along the Borth Y Guestcoastal path (9 miles) towards mesmerising sea views.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric cooker and hob, microwave and fridge
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • Smart TVs in the lounge and bedroom
  • Enclosed paved garden with table and chairs, watch the steam train and enjoy the views
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • On-road parking for 1 car
  • Lockable bike bar
  • Pub and shop 160 metres, beach 9 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 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 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Naomi 26th May 2026

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This cottage is functional and should be used as a base to explore the local area rather than a place to spend a lot of time. It's dog friendly which we appreciated. Parking is available on the road but you might have to walk a short distance to the house depending on how busy it is. Don't expect the wifi to work!

Reviewed by Rebecca 30th December 2025

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Location was great and the area was lovely and quiet. The cottage itself was a bit run down and dated but fire was great - bring your own wood. The garden was not enclosed and had some rubbish in the front garden. Had issues with the bathroom door closing and could not run enough warm water to use the bath. There was mould on the bedroom walls and Read morethe bathroom windows are both cracked. Seems a shame as has great potential but was not worth the money we paid. Hide

Reviewed by Ellie 5th November 2025

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Overall cleanliness was a big thing for us unfortunately the house had a musty damp smell as soon as we entered with mould on the walls in the bedroom. The fireplace was a mess when we arrived with no logs left for us. The sink in the kitchen had an awful egg smell to it when the taps were running as well as a dirty toaster and oven trays. Also no Read moreenclosed garden. Apart from this the house was fine, clean bed sheets and towels were provided. Close to lots of walks and easy access to a bus. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew- 25th October 2025

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Reviewed by Phil 5th September 2025

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Loved the location of this cottage, passing of the Ffestiniog train, the stream and ideally located for places to visit. Front garden was weedy, and had a large bag of twigs. No welcome pack (small carton of milk?) information pack, places to go, important contact details, recommended eating places note of WIFI code. Cottage was not in the best of Read morerepair-cracked window panes, no bath mat, no hooks for wet coats, sofa and chair were well worn. Shower was good with lovely bath towels. Hide

Reviewed by Graham 8th August 2025

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Lovely cottage in general, set in a beautiful little village. The village itself is lovely and its worth the 10 minute walk to the local Kings Head' pub, we got to know a good few of the locals and the owners and they all made us feel very welcome.

Reviewed by Rebecca 3rd August 2025

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Reviewed by Marion 4th July 2025

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Reviewed by Pavol 2nd May 2025

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Good location for hiking and exploring

Reviewed by Johan 8th November 2024

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It is a lovely little cottage in Blaenau Ffestiniog, for us it has been a startpoint to discover the national park. It is recommended to come by car, as there are no restaunrants in Blaenau Ffestiniog and public transport to the start of circular hikes is limited in autumn. Parking in the street is OK, although some neighbours claim the "unwriten" Read morerights in parking directly across the house. The electrical heating is limited in capacity, the fireplace made it comfortable. Wood had to be bought. Hide

Reviewed by Sophie 1st November 2024

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A quaint cottage in a lovely location for low land walks on your doorstep, but still close enough to get in and explore the wider mountains.

Reviewed by Steven 20th October 2024

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Reviewed by Stephen 6th September 2024

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Comfy enough although parking can be an issue as it is first come, first served when getting back to the cottage after a day out even on the road outside. We had to park 100 yds down the road 95% of the time. Direction intructionson the HC website is not correct. You should turn left and not right when coming out of Oakeley Square into Glanypwll RoRead moread. The directions post code given by HC are wrong. Hide

Reviewed by Simon 31st August 2024

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The house was generally well equipped and comfortable. It was good value for money. Some things could have been a bit cleaner. The internet signal is erratic, so I wouldn't rely on it for working, for example. The town is a great location for exploring the wider area. There's a beautiful lake up the hill amongst the old slate mines. Overall the expRead moreerience was very impersonal - you get the keys from the key box and leave them again afterwards, and there's no 'tips + information' pack or anything. Hide

Reviewed by Matthew 19th August 2024

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Pretty little holiday cottage, perfect for a few days, the location was perfectly suited for our walking needs. Parking is really limited, as you would expect, and the lack of space to hang/dry anything made dealing with the wet weather a little tricky. Otherwise perfect.

Reviewed by Philippe 9th August 2024

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