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Superb family-friendly dwelling in Snowdonia National Park with mountain views

Superb family-friendly dwelling in Snowdonia National Park with mountain views

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5 bed all ensuite detached luxury house in the heart of picturesque Rowen.
New superb extension and patio with an abundance of seating for the family
Parking for 5 cars inside the grounds of Y Gorlan. Large enclosed gardens.
A short stroll to the Ty Gwyn pub
Superb alfresco dining for all of the family.

Overview of Superb family-friendly dwelling in Snowdonia National Park with mountain views

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 101840 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Conwy, WLS
  • Popular LocationNational Trust's Bodnant Garden9 min drive
  • Popular LocationConwy Town Walls9 min drive
  • Popular LocationConwy Castle9 min drive
  • AirportLiverpool (LPL-John Lennon)79 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Master Bedroom

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Superb family-friendly dwelling in Snowdonia National Park with mountain views

**Short breaks available May 2024**
An ideal base and superb family-friendly dwelling for a group or family of 10 located in Snowdonia National Park with an abundance of activities on your door step. A spectacular detached house, enclosed gardens and convenient ground floor accommodation in the picturesque village of Rowen, Conwy. Y Gorlan has wonderful views of The Carneddau mountain range behind Rowen

• Ground floor bedroom and en-suite
• Patio
• Wood burner
• 65" Sky Glass TV
• Superfast broadband
• Ample off road parking
Summary
• One downstairs bedroom with queen size bed, solid oak furniture;
wardrobe, tallboy, dressing table, stool and mirror.
En-suite bathroom with a roll top bath, basin, WC and low level walk in
rainfall shower.
• Four upstairs bedrooms:
Four poster king size bed in the master bedroom with en-suite
power shower, basin and WC,
A second king-size bedroom with en-suite power shower, basin and
WC and solid oak furniture,
2 x double bedrooms both with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
• Downstairs cloakroom with basin and WC
• Fully equipped designer kitchen/diner
• Sitting room with reclining chairs and wood burning stove
• Large family lounge 6m x 4m with feature fire place and 4m bifold
doors looking out at The Carneddau mountain range behind Rowen
• Gas Central heating throughout
• New SMEG Range cooker with double oven and separate grill, 5 burner
hob with WOK burner, microwave, fridge/freezer, low noise
washer/dryer, low noise dishwasher, slow cooker, blender and
Nespresso Vertuo Plus Pod coffee machine by Krups.
• 65 inch SKY glass HD TV and 46 inch plasma TV both with Sky Signature
TV, Sky Sports and BT sports, superfast fibre broadband
• Fuel, power and starter pack for wood burning stove (Oct-March) Inc. in
rent
• Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels Inc. in rent
• 2 x travel cot, 2 x highchair, baby bath and 2 x retractable stairgates
• Off-road parking for 5 cars
• Enclosed gardens with furniture, barbecue, secure bike storage, a
selection of outdoor games, and a kennel for dogs
• One well-behaved dog welcome
• Supermarkets 3.6 miles, pub 0.1 miles, Tea room 0.2 miles
• No smoking inside the property
• No stag, hen or similar groups
• No excessive noise after 10pm or before 8am
• No parties or events due to location in the heart of the village
• Please clean up after your pet, a bin is provided for bagged dog residue, and bring
their own bed to sleep in.
Pets are not allowed on the furniture, in any of the bedrooms or to be
left alone inside the house.

The property
Conwy 4.6 miles.
Nestled in the idyllic setting of Rowen near Conwy, North Wales, is this grand five-bedroom, detached house, Y Gorlan.
Formerly the 19th-century village vicarage, Y Gorlan has been extensively refurbished with a large extension added in 2023, to perfectly combine contemporary and traditional elements, as well as enjoying a fantastic location within the Snowdonia National Park, just moments away from the UNESCO World Heritage site of Conwy, making it a superb family-friendly dwelling for a group or family of 10.
The property has previously been awarded five stars by Visit Wales and Visit Wales Cyclists and Walkers Welcome Award. Electric sockets with USB charging points throughout.

Be welcomed into the tastefully decorated sitting room, where you can sink back into the reclining sofas in front of the Sky TV with access to movies, Sky signature and Sports, as the wood burning stove crackles nearby, or retire to the additional large family sitting room, with SKY glass TV and where you will find further plush seating and amazing views of The Carneddau mountain range behind Rowen.

The chef of the group will have found their haven in the beautiful and fully equipped kitchen, by French designer, Mobalpa, where they will have all they need to create culinary delights, ready to serve at the large solid oak dining table with seating for 10.
On warmer days, why not head out to the enclosed gardens where you can fire up the barbecue for alfresco dining and play lawn games with the little ones.

Completing the ground floor is the first bedroom, with queen size bed, hairdryer, fan, bedside reading lights and en-suite bathroom. There is also access to a cloakroom.

Continue upstairs to find the remaining four-bedrooms, two king-size and two double size, each with their own en-suite shower room, hairdryers, and fans.

Adjacent to your new home from home is the welcoming Ty Gwyn, where you can treat your loved ones to a well-deserved meal and sample the local ales.

For further local amenities and attractions, take the short drive over to Conwy, where you will find the magnificent Conwy Castle, The Smallest House In Great Britain, Plas Mawr, the historic town walls and the popular Mulberry which serves fresh seafood and overlooks the River Conwy.
Y Gorlan’s exceptional location means there is an abundance of activity right on your doorstep, from numerous circular walks, scenic cycling trails, Bodnant Gardens, outdoor sports at Adventure Parc Snowdonia, and even the famous Snowdon Peak and renowned Zip World Llechwedd if you venture further.

Be sure to visit Llandudno, where you can embark up the Great Orme for breath-taking views, see the grey seals at Angel Bay, catch a live performance at Venue Cymru, or spend the day at one of two gorgeous beaches.

Add a touch of opulence to your North Wales getaway with a stay at Y Gorlan.

Y Gorlan is only a 10 minute drive from historic Conwy and its castle. This beautifully preserved walled town is visited from far and wide and has a wide selection of shops, pubs and eateries. There are plenty of restaurants and cafes to choose from including an Italian restaurant, a Bistro, a tapas bar and an Indian restaurant. Do visit Edwards of Conwy, the best butchers in North Wales and winner of national awards.

You can also take a stroll along the waterfront and enjoy a drink in the Liverpool Arms! Close by there are the Victorian seaside town of Llandudno and the fantastic Bodnant gardens. For fans of I'm a celebrity Gwrych Castle and gardens Abergele are 16 miles away. There are beaches nearby at Morfa Conwy and Deganwy. If you can manage to tear yourself away from the lovely surroundings of Y Gorlan, Mount Snowdon is 45 minutes by car where you can either walk to the summit or take the train, Adventure Parc Snowdonia is 10 minutes away, Betws-y-Coed and Swallow falls are 30 minutes away. In addition there are an enormous variety of circular walks and cycle routes directly from your doorstep in Rowen.

There is also a Dutch Pancake House 1 mile from Y Gorlan and The Groes Inn, 2 miles away which serves an a la carte menu.

Take a leisurely drive around the Isle of Anglesey (the golden circle) and the Llŷn Peninsula which are only just over an hour away. Pony trekking or horse riding in Snowdonia Mountain range is also available south of Betws-y-Coed 40 mins away. For those who like fishing or golf there is an adundance of choice. Conwy castle is a must visit for the spectacular views over Conwy and the estuary from the turrets. Caernarvon castle is 40 minutes along the coast.

There is also the scenic Conwy Valley railway line running down the estuary from Llandudno Junction as far as Blaenau Ffestiniog. This connects to the Ffestiniog Railway running to Portmadog which connects to the Welsh Highland Railway running to Caernarvon. Using buses a round trip is available. For the adventurous there is also the Snowdon mountain railway running from Llanberis to the top of Mount Snowdon. Recent local additions for the thrill seekers include tree top rope courses, zip wires and underground cave trampolining at Zip world.

There is also a childrens playground in the village a short walk (200m) from Y Gorlan. Conwy water gardens and pancake house is only 1 mile from Y Gorlan for a fantastic back to nature day out for the family. Go and visit the otters, they are not shy!

Property manager

Annette and Peter Lowe

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Please do not allow children to climb on boulders

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Max 1 dog Please clean up after, bring their bed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Conwy

Located in Conwy, this vacation home is in a rural area and by the sea. Eryri National Park and Bodlondeb Woods Local Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Conwy Water Gardens and Conwy Valley Maze. Bodafon Farm Park and Pen-y-Dinas Hillfort are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Conwy, WLS

What's nearby

  • Smallest House in Great Britain - 8 min drive
  • National Trust's Bodnant Garden - 9 min drive
  • Conwy Town Walls - 9 min drive
  • Conwy Quay - 9 min drive
  • Conwy Castle - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Tal-y-Cafn Station - 8 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • Conwy Castle - 9 min drive
  • The Erskine Arms - 9 min drive
  • Albion Ale House - 8 min drive
  • Bank of Conwy - 8 min drive
  • Johnny Dough's Conwy with Rooms - 9 min drive

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

chris W., colchester

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House in great Location
Being my daughters 16th Birthday and extended family joining us we needed a home big enough with room for all to share. This house with its beautiful garden fitted the bill perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryn Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
We had an excellent stay in Rowen. The property was exactly as described and everything we needed was provided. Would definitely consider using again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get together
Very clean and spacious, plenty of storage. Brilliant everyone had there own on-suite, lovely large garden for family fun
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maternal Cousins Weekend & German Visit June 2022
The owners/managers were great, fast to respond to queries and provided, at no extra cost, clean linen/towels for the change of two beds when our two cousins left to be replaced by four friends from Germany mid way through the stay. The cottage was pretty much as described and well equipped but some of the first floor bedrooms are a rather tight for space for luggage and or clothes for a week's stay. If we had had the maximum of 10 in the property it would not really have been big enough. The location was great in a pretty village with a part time pub next door. It is on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park and close to Conwy & Anglesey with lots to see and do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catalin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning property
Easy access, clean and tidy, fully stocked,
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

About the host

Hosted by Annette and Peter Lowe

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We live 10 minutes away from Y Gorlan and are on hand should you need any assistance. We are self employed and work from home.

Languages:

English
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