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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Rhyd-Ddu, WLS
  • Rhyd Ddu Path
    3 min walk
  • Aberglaslyn Pass
    6 min drive
  • Eryri National Park
    8 min drive
  • Anglesey (VLY)
    53 min drive

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About the area

Caernarfon

When you stay at this cottage in Caernarfon, you'll be by the sea, within a 15-minute drive of Eryri National Park and Yr Wyddfa. .This family-friendly cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Rhyd Ddu Path and 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Aberglaslyn Pass.
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What's nearby

  • Rhyd Ddu Path - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Watkin Path - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Yr Wyddfa - 11 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Pen-y-Pass - 18 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 29 min drive - 30.4 km

Getting around

  • Penrhyndeudraeth Station - 16 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffi Caban - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Spice of Llanberis - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Halfway Cafe - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Caffi Gwynant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cwellyn Arms - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cefnan, Rhyd-Ddu, Snowdonia

Cefnan is a traditional quarryman's cottage that was built in the 19th Century and full of character and charm set in the village of Rhyd Ddu, in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. The cottage provides an idyllic retreat, whether you're looking for a relaxing getaway, an active outdoor holiday or family break the cottage provides a perfect location.

At this time it offers cancellation flexibility and enhanced cleaning procedures.

It is one of five stone terraced cottages on a raised walkway, the front overlooking a tea room and the back has the most breath taking views of Snowdon. You can see the train going on its journey to the top of the mountain and the Welsh Highland railway passes the back garden.

The cottage has a tiled floor in the living room with a three seater settee and arm chair, dining table and an open stone fireplace with log burner.

The staircase has a small landing with doors leading to two bedrooms and bathroom with toilet, bath and shower.

The kitchen is fully equipped with cooker, fridge freezer, microwave, coffee maker, washer and tumbler dryer and a good supply of cutlery, crockery, glassware and cooking utensils. There is free Fibre Broadband and Wifi.

Heating is by electric radiators and a cosy log burner in the living room with logs purchased locally. All linen, towels and tea towels are provided.

The garden is on two levels with the top level accessible via steep slate steps providing views over Snowdon and the Nantlle Ridge.

The village tea room across from Cefnan offers a selection of meals and snacks throughout the day, and also an all-day breakfast. Be assured of a warm welcome by the owners Menno and Emma. The village pub, the Cwellyn Arms, also offers a wide selection of great meals and guest ales.

Rhyd Ddu is a quiet village on the A4085, about 3 miles north of Beddgelert, situated at the foot of Snowdon and its surrounding peaks. The Welsh Highland railway runs from Caernarfon to Porthmadoc passing through the village with a stop within walking distance of the cottage.

One of the routes up Snowdon - the Rhyd Ddu path - has its starting point in the village, and the Snowdon Ranger path is two miles away. Popular activities in the area are walking, climbing, mountain biking, pony trekking, fishing, golf and much more. Caernarfon is 9 miles away through impressive mountain scenery.

Bangor, Anglesey and Llandudno are about 30 minutes drive from the cottage.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Sally

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Double-glazed windows

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Cefnan Rhyd ddu Snowdonia
Cefnan, Rhyd Ddu, Snowdonia
Cefnan, Rhyd-ddu, Snowdonia Cottage
Cefnan, Rhyd-ddu, Snowdonia Caernarfon
Cefnan, Rhyd-ddu, Snowdonia Cottage Caernarfon

Cefnan, Rhyd-Ddu, Snowdonia Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clare J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Really lovely cottage in a great location. Pub just down the road is fantastic, lovely food and warm welcome. Walk to Beddgelert great, lots of walks on the doorstep. Only thing to mention is that parking is not on site- it’s on the road outside. We only struggled for a space once as it’s a quiet enough road. Would definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rhyd-Ddu Snowdonia
Cottage is user friendly attractive and easily managed. Well equipped for all you might need. Very well placed for walks up Snowdon and to Beddgelert, way marked routes in the forest by rivers and lakes.Easy access to coast and other notable towns by bus if required which run regularly through the village. Access to Welsh steam railway and excellent pub/restaurant in village. lots of useful information available in the cottage. all together very happy with our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location for Snowdon and Slate Trail
Lovely clean property with everything needed and more. Great to be able to step out and have several different walks on your doorstep. Great WiFi when the weather was not so good. The local pub serves good food for when you don’t fancy cooking. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stewart J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cefnan 22 to 25 March 2024
Excellent cottage overall. Lots of great facilities and really clean. Great location. Bottle of red on arrival a great touch. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian F., London

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a perfect location
We loved our short stay at Cefnan. We'll definitely be back !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Perfect Retreat
A beautiful and cosy cottage in a stunning location, the cottage is the perfect place to retreat to after a days walking.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
June 2023
Lovely little cottage. Was just a shame that the tea room did not open all 3 days we were there. Would happily stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tod J., Port Townsend

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Comfortable Cottage perfect for exploring Eryri National Park
We loved this cottage as it was the perfect base for us to explore a bit of Snowdonia National Park. We are active hikers and took two trails (one to the top of Mount Snowdon) within 5 minutes from our door. The cottage was clean, comfortable, tastefully decorated and had a well appointed kitchen (which was perfect since both the tea room and the local pub were closed for food service due to staffing issues). Highly recommended for person wanting a quiet community with beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Liz B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The property was spotless and very warm. Although the garden eas listed as being a little treacherous it was very interesting and glorious views when you climbed to the top. Would definitely recommend and we will be back as great base for the surrounding villages.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

John J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wet weather but loads of interesting places to visit
.Very well equipped, well presented and extremely clean. All kitchen appliance worked extremely well. Kitchen was quite cold. Few problems, the only heating in the bathroom was a heated towel rail but it wasn’t working. The back door to the garden leaked and formed a small flood in the kitchen, the mat was sodden. So we had to mop the floor several times. The bath was quite big with an integrated shower, there was no hand rail and no bath mat. This was a safety hazard. These points were raised with the representive but no action was taken. The electric shower was a little weak but adequate.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Mark G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and spotless
Check in was easy and property was spotlessly clean. Do head warnings about access to small garden as into easy at all. Whereas we were given a few web addresses, a more personal touch with suggestions for walks and local hints and tips would not have gone a miss.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clare M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage and location
Lovely, clean cottage which is very handy for an excellent pub and lots of walks on the hills from your door step. We were unfortunate with the weather at the beginning of the week and appreciated having the log burner which made the cottage very cosy. The scenery is breathtaking all round and the walking we did more than made up for rainy fays.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cefnan
It was a great place to stay and very clean. The beds were very comfortable. Although we were out most of the time it was a nice place to relax when we came home in the evening. I'd have to say the only drawback (and granted, there were warning signs about it) were the very steep steps leading up to the top of the garden - I felt they were in need of a more substantial hand rail. All in all though a very lovely little cottage in a lovely village and beautiful surroundings - and an excellent stay - Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luis T., Tandil, Argentina

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable days in the heart of Snowdonia
We enjoyed very nice days in a confortable cottage located in an amazing place. Cefnan Cottage is in a peaceful town but close to many attractions. We liked so much the incredible backyard to have breakfast. In short, we found what we were looking for in our family holidays.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Visit
A three night stay this time and just as lovely as last year. Joined this time by our daughter and partner who enjoyed the cottage as much we do. Clean and cosy and continued improvement by the owners- beautiful new doors. Great walking and birdlife and fantastic meal at the local pub.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
A couple of busy mums stayed in this wonderful cottage! We arrived in the dark at 8pm but found the cottage immediately and easily gain access with the key box. It was everything we hoped for. Clean and everything was easy to access and use. We explored the beautiful area. Everything is on your doorstep here but you are also in the middle of nowhere. Our stay here was relaxing and we had wonderful chilled evenings in the lounge. Excellent location for climbing Snowdown from the Rhy Ddu path. Sally was great at communication. We really hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen Dickinson

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The cottage had everything you could need, with stunning views from the garden. Pub close for good food and a beer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Rhyd Ddu
The house is lovely and comfortable with everything you could need, in a beautiful location with fabulous walks and beaches all in easy reach, highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen Hyde

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely gem of a place!
Had an incredibly relaxing week at Cenfan and the lovely village of Rhyd Ddu. Beautiful scenery, lots of walks and things to help us all unwind. Cenfan is a lovely cottage, well looked after and resourced. All mod cons and a welcome bottle of wine!! Thank you for a lovely stay. We hope to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

rachel b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend break
We had a fabulous week in Rhyd Ddu. The cottage was perfect, with stunning views of Snowdon from the garden. The house was spotlessly clean. This is a wonderful base from which you can climb Snowdon and explore beautiful Snowdonia. 😊
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

andy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
Beautiful cottage ideally placed at the foot of the monster mountain Snowden. The cottage has everything you need, even an induction hob. The beds were comfy, the kitchen clean and nice to use. The back garden has amazing views of Snowden. I’d recommend this cottage to everyone looking for a nice relaxing break.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage
Lovely cottage, perfect furnishings, a little piece of luxury 2 minutes walk from walking Snowdon
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Damien M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great base for exploring
Used this accommodation as a base for climbing Snowdon and exploring the local area. Communication and information was great, the property was cosy for the two of us, good location, stunning views.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

kara c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous cottage, great facilities nearby
we had a wonderful time staying at this property. Theres a tea room opposite that does gorgeous home cooked food, amazing delicious and yummy food, coffees, hot chocolates, lemonades.. And a fab pub a couple of minutes walk away. The garden is an idyllic small patch of land overlooking the mountains and the roof tops of the cottages. The steps up are quite steep, but this wasnt a problem for us at theres a solid hand rail on the way up. We loved staying in this cozy place. Beautifully decorated and homely. Thank you x

10/10 Excellent

Kay B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Top cottage in fabulous location
We had a fabulous few days in this beautiful, cosy cottage. We parked up and only used the car once in the time we were there. Walking from the door was amazing: aside from the routes up Snowdon and the Nantlle Ridge there are plenty of lower level walks and we particularly enjoyed the walk over to to LLyn Dinas (via the pass at the start of the Snowdon South Ridge to the start of the Watkin Path), through Beddgelert and return along the Slate Trail. Great bird life- garden alive and ring ouzel, raven, chough and cuckoo spotted in a close proximity. Some have mentioned the lack of light and tiredness of the kitchen- the kitchen is now brand new, spotless and well equipped. It is a thick walled cottage but not oppressive in any way - to the contrary, it is super cosy! The garden is an amazing asset. While the steep steps do make it a bit of a trek (and a disaster if you forget something and need to return!) the outlook towards Snowdon is a great backdrop and makes your wine so much nicer! All-in-all a gorgeous, comfortable, well placed cottage in a friendly local community with great tea room and pub.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021