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Henfaes Isaf - Tranquil 16th Century Farmhouse near Snowdonia

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Henfaes Isaf, front garden and terrace. Detached property.
Relax in front of the cosy inglenook fireplace
Triple family room in former barn
At the end of a perfect day... beautiful colours at dusk
Living room with two sofas, armchair, oak panelled wall and grandfather clock

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

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Henfaes Isaf, Cynwyd, Denbighshire, LL21 0NF
  • Llangollen Bridge
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Lake Vyrnwy
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Pistyll Rhaeadr
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Henfaes Isaf - Tranquil 16th Century Farmhouse near Snowdonia

Lovely 16th century Welsh farmhouse, with large gardens, set in the secluded, peaceful surroundings of the Berwyn Mountains.
Great walking and mountain biking from your doorstep.
Ideal for couples or families looking to get away from it all.
Tourist centres of Bala and Llangollen within 30 minutes drive.
Sleeps up to 6 in 3 bedrooms.
You have the whole detached property to yourself, with no neighbours.
One of the "50 Coolest Cottages in the UK" (The Sunday Times 2018).

This is a much loved former family home, beautifully renovated with a lot of love and care. Holiday cottage sleeping 6 in three bedrooms. Open fire in lounge, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom, dining room, kids playroom, utility area, sunroom, large garden with plenty of seating and barbecue. Free WiFi. Welcome pack and starter pack of logs included. High chair and travel cot are provided.

** Saturday changeover preferred.
** A 7 night booking from a Saturday will always achieve the best rate.
** Shorter breaks are usually available during off-peak periods

Bedrooms: 1 double, 1 single, 1 family room with double and single

Bathroom: full suite - bath with shower over on 1st floor.

Kitchen: fully fitted, electric hob and oven, microwave, larder fridge/freezer, dishwasher, table and 3 chairs.

Lounge: inglenook fireplace with open fire, handmade grandfather clock, ancient wooden wall. 1 x 2 seater sofa, 1 x 3 seater sofa, comfortable armchair, flat screen TV, DVD, coffee table.

Dining Room: large handcrafted dresser, handcrafted oak table and 6 chairs.

Utility Room: (external access) with washing machine, WC and shower cubicle, plus central heating boiler.

Sunroom: (external access) with wicker sofa and two chairs, side tables, view to back gardens.

Children's Playroom: in former hay loft in external building - colourful room with loads of toys & games, large flat screen TV, Wii games console, sofa and armchair. Care with toddlers please, steep steps to playroom.

Grounds: large mature garden surrounding property with garden furniture, swing seat and barbecue.
There are 13 Amp sockets in the garage which can be used to slow-charge an Electric Vehicle with your own wandering lead.

We try hard to keep the house as we would like to find it, spotlessly clean with all the things you need to enjoy a stay as a family, group of friends or a couple.

Sorry but we cannot accept pets as the cottage is in sheep country. Please note: Take care with toddlers, as there are steps and drops in garden area. There is a small pond which is not covered, so please keep children under supervision at all times in the garden.

Please note:
* Arrival from 5pm, departure by 10 am.
* All bedding, towels and cleaning are included in the weekly price.
* Saturday changeover preferred. A 7 night booking (saturday to saturday) will always achieve the best rate. Shorter breaks are usually available during off-peak periods

For more photos, updates, reviews and ratings please search for "Henfaes Isaf" on social media and the web. We are also featured in a new travel guidebook "Cool Places: Britain's Coolest Places to Stay, Eat, Drink... and More."

Guest access
You have the whole detached property to yourself, with no neighbours.
There is a locked workshop and fuel store, but the rest of the property and gardens is all yours to enjoy.

Other things to note
The cottage stands in gardens away from any neighbours, and with plenty of parking. It is accessed via a short but steep lane with a gate at top and bottom. This lane is passable with a normal car unless there is snow, ice or heavy rain, in which case an alternative but longer route to/from the village of Cynwyd can be used. Full details are provided prior to arrival.

Property manager

Ian & Moyra

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
During Peak Periods: Saturday changeover and 7 night stays preferred. During off-peak periods: Short breaks available.
Strictly no smoking or pets in the house. Please let the owners know of any breakages, damage or shortages so we can rectify them for the next guests.
Bedding, towels and cleaning are included. Please respect the local area and we ask that you take your shoes off inside the house.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Corwen

Located in Corwen, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eryri National Park and Lake Vyrnwy. Travelling with kids? Consider Caerau Uchaf Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Maes Tegid. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking and mountain biking.
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Cynwyd, Denbighshire

What's nearby

  • Pontcysyllte Aquaduct - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Llyn Tegid - 16 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Llangollen Bridge - 21 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Lake Vyrnwy - 36 min drive - 33.9 km
  • Pistyll Rhaeadr - 44 min drive - 40.1 km

Getting around

  • Chirk Station - 34 min drive
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Yum Yums - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Country Cooks - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Berwyn Arms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Corwen Manor - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Huntsman Bar & Bistro - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Henfaes Isaf - Tranquil 16th Century Farmhouse near Snowdonia pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Henfaes Isaf - Tranquil 16th Century Farmhouse near Snowdonia?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Henfaes Isaf - Tranquil 16th Century Farmhouse near Snowdonia?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Henfaes Isaf - Tranquil 16th Century Farmhouse near Snowdonia located?

This family-friendly Corwen cottage is located in a rural location, within 3 mi (5 km) of Pontcysyllte Aquaduct, Gower Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Clwydian Range And Dee Valley. Y Berwyn National Nature Reserve is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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About the host

Hosted by Ian & Moyra

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We are Moyra and her cousin Janna plus Moyra's partner Ian.
Moyra and Janna grew up with Henfaes Isaf, spending much of their childhood holidays here, and we are delighted that our children have also spent many happy times here.
We enjoy the outdoors and spending time in nature, our cottage was a much loved family home which following refurbishment is now a unique holiday rental with many original features.
We hope you enjoy your stay!

Why they chose this property

Our family has been in this beautiful area since the 1970's. It remains unspoiled and is a perfect place to unwind and enjoy the tranquillity of the Welsh countryside.
There are many exhilarating walks from the door, or within a short drive.
The cottage stands in gardens away from any neighbours, with plenty of parking.

What makes this property unique

This is a much loved former family home, beautifully renovated with a lot of love and care.

Languages:

English