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Living area
Room
Private kitchen
Dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6180 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Blaenau Ffestiniog
  • Place, Municipal Garden
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Llechwedd Slate Caverns
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Zip World Llechwedd
    ‪20 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Bwthyn Llechi (Slate Cottage)

A beautifully presented three-bedroom cottage in Blaenau Ffestiniog, Gwynedd famous for its stunning mountain ranges and beautifully valleys. Bwthyn Llechi (Slate Cottage) welcomes up to six guests, ideal for families and friends looking for a peaceful getaway in a delightful rural location in Wales.

Packed full of character and luxury throughout the traditional stone fronted Welsh cottage has been lovingly renovated whilst retaining its characterful features. With easy access to Snowdonia National Park for those with walking boots ready for an adventure in nature!

On the ground floor you are welcomed into the lounge/diner with a gas fire, perfect for relaxing on the sofa after a long day exploring, with Wi-Fi and smart TV included during your stay. The cottage boasts a fully equipped kitchen with all modern comforts, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, washing machine, oven, fridge, and freezer, along with a ground floor bathroom including a shower over bath, WC and basin.

Upstairs you will find two double bedrooms, with a third bunk-bedroom. This home is ideally suited to up to four adults and two children.

Outside there is an enclosed rear garden with patio and furniture where you can enjoy a morning coffee before setting off for the day.

The old slate town of Blaenau Ffestiniog is home to a fantastic selection of shops, pubs and eateries and is within easy reach of Snowdonia National Park. There is a wealth of attractions and visitors can also enjoy a scenic ride on Ffestiniog mountain railway, which runs through Snowdonia National Park and up to the town of Porthmadog.

Since the road was built before cars were invented, parking outside Bwthyn Llechi can be tricky! However, there is a lit, free carpark less than 3 minutes’ walk away.

Please note the cottage has steep stairs with an extra step onto the landing and internal step down to the kitchen. Up to two well behaved dogs are welcome at Bwthyn Llechi.

This is a truly charming and tranquil property and provides a fantastic retreat from which you can explore this stunning area of North Wales.

**Please be aware the fireplace is decorative only and not currently in use

For more information and bookings please contact Finest Retreats!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Dangerous animals not allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-22:00

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 30
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Blaenau Ffestiniog

Blaenau Ffestiniog is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eryri National Park and Yr Wyddfa. Zip World Llechwedd and Conwy Valley Railway Museum are also worth visiting.
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Blaenau Ffestiniog

What's nearby

  • Municipal Garden - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Blaenau Ffestiniog Library - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Llechwedd Slate Caverns - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Zip World Llechwedd - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Cellb - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Blaenau Ffestiniog Station - 1 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeside cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Caffi Gwynant - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Y Pengwern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Meirion - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Kings Head - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bwthyn Llechi (Slate Cottage) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet. There's a fee of GBP 30. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Bwthyn Llechi (Slate Cottage)?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bwthyn Llechi (Slate Cottage) on 18 Apr 2026 start from AU$236, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Bwthyn Llechi (Slate Cottage)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bwthyn Llechi (Slate Cottage)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bwthyn Llechi (Slate Cottage) located?

Situated in Blaenau Ffestiniog, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Municipal Garden and Ffestiniog Town Council. Blaenau Ffestiniog Library and Blaenau Ffestiniog Health Surgery are also within 10 minutes. Blaenau Ffestiniog Station is only a 1-minute walk.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

6.0/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

William

great stay no issues would stay again

great stay no issues would stay again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Hanna

A convenient location for exploring North Wales, plenty of space and well equipped facilities

A convenient location for exploring North Wales, plenty of space and well equipped facilities.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Great house in a picturesque area, perfect for long hikes!

Great house in a picturesque area, perfect for long hikes!
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Hu Julia, thankyou so much for taking the time to write this lovely review! I am so pleased to hear that you thought the house was great and it was in the perfect location for you long hikes! Hopefully we will get the opportunity to host you again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Benjamin

Lovely cosy cottage, very warm, comfortable beds, beautiful shower

We had a lovely holiday thank you.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2025
Hi Benjamin, I am so pleased to hear that you thought the cottage was warm, comfortable and cosy. And I am so happy that you had a lovely holiday, we hope to host you again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anna

We had a lovely stay here and felt right at home!

A beautiful home in a great location. Definitely recommend and would stay again ☺️ Also if you do stay, Portmeirion is a short drive away and makes a great day out
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a fab break. The Cottage was spotlessly clean and had everything required during our stay.

Property was lovely clean, had everything we required for our stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful home base in Blaenau!

We loved staying here! It was a perfect cozy place to land after our daily adventures. Thank you for a wonderful stay!! We will definitely be back
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marie

House was perfect for our needs and in a good location central to town. Very comfortable and warm

No breakfast but lovely welcome pack plus tea coffee and milk supplied.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deanne

It was the perfect location for us as we had a few days planned for zip world and some great walks t

Decent sized bedrooms lovely enormous bathroom and had its own private outdoor area. Lovely neighbour just over the road, she was a very helpful person.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Exceptional

Very spacious and modern home. Felt extremely relaxed and comfortable staying here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

August 2023 stay

The cleanliness was tops
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Lovely, homely Welsh miners cottage

Location, stunning walks close to the town, short drive to other locations. Shops close by. Nothing, everything was perfect
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2023
Thank you for this lovely review Simon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely place. would definitely recommend

Felt very homely. clean and comfortable. would defo recommend. parking is not really available on the street but there is a free car park just a minuteso walk away.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Exceptional

The cottage was lovely and homely, would highly recommend. The weather wasn't great lol
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Owen

Had a lovely stay here

Had a lovely stay here. House was clean and tidy & nice and warm when we arrived too which was a lovely touch! Close distance to snowdon- We took the Rhyd Ddu path which was 30 mins away from here. Zip world is also a 5 min drive away too. Perfect location for everything. Thanks for having us!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Welcoming and cosy.

Warm, beautifully presented home, spotlessly clean, had everything we needed. Can’t think of anything.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Modernise cottage-

Modern, clean and welcome pack Although parking is possible it is limited and the neighbours insist they have priority. So better to promote the long stay free carpark by the church.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2024
Hi Christopher, Thank you for your feedback. I am glad you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the modern décor.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Giles

Really nice cottage. New refurbished and nice location.

Stunning little cottage. Really nice of the hosts to provide some welcoming goodies in the basket. Nice location with lots of walks. The parking was fine in the end. We just parked in the car park 3mins walk away for most of the trip, but could unload and load up the car at the start and the end of the trip no problem. Really clean and tidy inside the property. Nice beds and newly refurbished. The bins were not clear in the welcome pack, there did not appear to be any bins for black sack waste. Also, I messaged about having the cat poo cleared out from the patio area, and this was not done... We just had to avoid the patio area for 4 days.
Verified

6/10 Okay

lucy r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

A nice house, but a terrible area and some issues

On arrival the house was lovely, very cosy, well decorated and furnished. However we soon had some major plumbing issues that unfortunately were never resolved. The bath plug got stuck in the plug hole meaning a bath full of dirty water that couldn't be drained, and so we couldn't use the bath/shower again. We contacted support and a lady did come out, but was unable to resolve the issue. She disappeared saying she was going to get a plumber and then we never saw or heard from her again. Luckily my husband eventually was able to remove the plug but we were then unable to use the bath for the rest of the trip, as the mechanism for raising/lowering the plug was broken, so we were unable to bathe our child. The bath/shower also leaks terribly so the bathroom floor was soaked after every use. The property is described as having a garden on the listing - it doesn't. it has an extremely small yard. This was disappointing as we had a dog with us so there was nowhere for her to roam. The area is also very disappointing. It's a dump, to put it kindly. The 'high street' is just full of empty decaying shops, There is a couple of convenience stores, a coffee shop and chippy, but it is not somewhere nice to explore or go for a walk, be prepared to drive to get to anywhere worth spending time. Also, the provision of some basics would be a nice touch, there was one binbag provided for a weeks stay, one toilet roll, not even any basics such as oil for cooking.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2025
Hi Lucy, I am so sorry that you did not have a satisfactory stay with us. Thankyou for taking the time to write the feedback that you have provided - we greatly appreciate this. The property manager is aware of the issues you have raised and I want to assure you we are looking into resolving them.

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