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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7
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Explore the area
Betws y Coed, Gwynedd
Eryri National Park Visitor Centre
16 min walk
Gwydyr Forest
16 min walk
Betws-Y-Coed Golf Club
4 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom #1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom #2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom #3
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom #1
Bathroom #2
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior
About this property
Luxury Accommodation in an Old Turbine House in Betws Y Coed | Pwerdy
A stunning place to stay with impressive credentials when it comes to sustainability: this is luxury accommodation in an old turbine house in Betws-y-Coed. It sleeps up to seven guests in three bedrooms.
You can't help but feel that if ever there were a house that had earned a stunning makeover, this is it. Pwerdy has come a long way since it was built as a hardworking little turbine house in the early 20th century.
Originally home to a hydroelectric generator fed with water drawn from Llyn Elsi in the hills above, it supplied the community of Betws-y-Coed with electricity before the mountain village was connected to the national grid.
Now enjoying a whole new existence in what must surely be its golden years, Pwerdy has been skilfully converted to a five-star standard holiday cottage.
The house is really beautifully presented, with some standout design features that tip a nod to its industrial past. We love the big sociable living area, the clean modern lines of the furniture, and the natural fabrics and muted colours - inspired by the Eryri (Snowdonia) landscapes - used throughout. The bespoke metal fixtures and shelving are just brilliant.
Downstairs at this luxury accommodation in an old turbine house in Betws-y-Coed you'll find a bright open plan living space. There is an extremely smart and very well equipped kitchen complete with an electric hob and oven, and a modern oak dining table.
The giant map of Eryri which covers the entirety of one wall behind the dining table will keep you amused for hours. It's a great backdrop, and a fab way to plot your day out over breakfast - or retrace the route actually travelled over a debrief, drinks and dinner.
The sitting room area has a large and plump L shaped sofa and a couple of comfortable armchairs, with a powerful log burner to keep things cosy. There is a smart TV, and good views from the sitting room windows to the front of the property. There is wooden flooring throughout, and you'll also find a WC with loo and wash basin downstairs.
Head upstairs to find three beautiful bedrooms - two doubles and one room with bunk beds. The bottom bunk pulls out to create a third bed space. There is a shared family bathroom with a shower and bath.
As for Pwerdy's roots: the old heart of the house, its original hydroelectric generator, has been restored. It now occupies a small building to the rear of the property, and still provides renewable energy to the national grid. An entirely suitable sustainable legacy.
You can't help but feel that if ever there were a house that had earned a stunning makeover, this is it. Pwerdy has come a long way since it was built as a hardworking little turbine house in the early 20th century.
Originally home to a hydroelectric generator fed with water drawn from Llyn Elsi in the hills above, it supplied the community of Betws-y-Coed with electricity before the mountain village was connected to the national grid.
Now enjoying a whole new existence in what must surely be its golden years, Pwerdy has been skilfully converted to a five-star standard holiday cottage.
The house is really beautifully presented, with some standout design features that tip a nod to its industrial past. We love the big sociable living area, the clean modern lines of the furniture, and the natural fabrics and muted colours - inspired by the Eryri (Snowdonia) landscapes - used throughout. The bespoke metal fixtures and shelving are just brilliant.
Downstairs at this luxury accommodation in an old turbine house in Betws-y-Coed you'll find a bright open plan living space. There is an extremely smart and very well equipped kitchen complete with an electric hob and oven, and a modern oak dining table.
The giant map of Eryri which covers the entirety of one wall behind the dining table will keep you amused for hours. It's a great backdrop, and a fab way to plot your day out over breakfast - or retrace the route actually travelled over a debrief, drinks and dinner.
The sitting room area has a large and plump L shaped sofa and a couple of comfortable armchairs, with a powerful log burner to keep things cosy. There is a smart TV, and good views from the sitting room windows to the front of the property. There is wooden flooring throughout, and you'll also find a WC with loo and wash basin downstairs.
Head upstairs to find three beautiful bedrooms - two doubles and one room with bunk beds. The bottom bunk pulls out to create a third bed space. There is a shared family bathroom with a shower and bath.
As for Pwerdy's roots: the old heart of the house, its original hydroelectric generator, has been restored. It now occupies a small building to the rear of the property, and still provides renewable energy to the national grid. An entirely suitable sustainable legacy.
Property manager
Dioni
Languages
English
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
About the area
Betws-Y-Coed
Betws-Y-Coed is home to this cottage. While the natural beauty of Eryri National Park and Yr Wyddfa can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Zip World Penrhyn Quarry.
Conwy Valley Railway Museum and Zip World Fforest are also worth visiting.
Betws y Coed, Gwynedd
What's nearby
- Eryri National Park Visitor Centre - 16 min walk
- Gwydyr Forest - 16 min walk
- Swallow Falls - 2 min drive
- Betws-Y-Coed Golf Club - 4 min drive
- Zip World Fforest - 5 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tu-Hwnt-I'r Bont - 7 min drive
- Hangin' Pizzeria - 18 min walk
- The Alpine Coffee Shop - 18 min walk
- Ty Hyll - Ugly House - 3 min drive
- Ty Asha Balti House - 8 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Dioni
What makes this property unique
The beautiful mountain village of Betws y Coed is the gateway to the mountains, forests and lakes of the Eryri National Park. Surrounded by the dense Gwydir Forest, it has an almost Alpine feel.
The cottage sits on the outskirts of Betws, around half a mile from the village centre. It is an easy 10-minute walk to the many independent traders, outdoor gear shops and cafés, pubs and restaurants in the centre of the village. Betws has some very decent places to eat. You'll also find a good number of art galleries displaying talented Welsh artists.
Whatever the season, the landscapes in this part of the world are strikingly beautiful. There are countless lovely walks from the cottage, with some great circular routes to suit all ages and fitness levels. The walk out to the idyllic Llyn Elsi hidden in the Gwydir Forest is just one of our favourites. It's definitely worth investing in a good walking guide if you like getting out to explore.
You only need to step a little further out of the village to explore some of Eryri's best peaks including Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Moel Siabod, Moel Penamen, Carnedd Cribau and Y Pincin to name but a few.
Eryri is the adventure capital of Europe and some of the region's most popular attractions - including Zip World, Bounce Below, Llechwedd Slate Caverns and Antur Stiniog downhill mountain biking - are just a short drive from the cottage, in Blaenau Ffestiiniog.
Head a little further up the Conwy Valley from this luxury accommodation to explore Zip World Fforest, Adventure Parc Snowdonia, Bodnant Gardens, Conwy Castle and Llandudno.
Porthmadog, Portmeirion and Criccieth, the gateway to the Llyn Peninsula, are a very pleasant short drive (around 40 mins) over the mountains. At Porthmadog you can board the Welsh Highland and Ffestiniog heritage railways to explore the region by steam. There are lots of shops to explore here, as well as very decent ice cream, fish and chips.
The cottage sits on the outskirts of Betws, around half a mile from the village centre. It is an easy 10-minute walk to the many independent traders, outdoor gear shops and cafés, pubs and restaurants in the centre of the village. Betws has some very decent places to eat. You'll also find a good number of art galleries displaying talented Welsh artists.
Whatever the season, the landscapes in this part of the world are strikingly beautiful. There are countless lovely walks from the cottage, with some great circular routes to suit all ages and fitness levels. The walk out to the idyllic Llyn Elsi hidden in the Gwydir Forest is just one of our favourites. It's definitely worth investing in a good walking guide if you like getting out to explore.
You only need to step a little further out of the village to explore some of Eryri's best peaks including Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Moel Siabod, Moel Penamen, Carnedd Cribau and Y Pincin to name but a few.
Eryri is the adventure capital of Europe and some of the region's most popular attractions - including Zip World, Bounce Below, Llechwedd Slate Caverns and Antur Stiniog downhill mountain biking - are just a short drive from the cottage, in Blaenau Ffestiiniog.
Head a little further up the Conwy Valley from this luxury accommodation to explore Zip World Fforest, Adventure Parc Snowdonia, Bodnant Gardens, Conwy Castle and Llandudno.
Porthmadog, Portmeirion and Criccieth, the gateway to the Llyn Peninsula, are a very pleasant short drive (around 40 mins) over the mountains. At Porthmadog you can board the Welsh Highland and Ffestiniog heritage railways to explore the region by steam. There are lots of shops to explore here, as well as very decent ice cream, fish and chips.
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