Caer Rhos

ID: S532262

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 6
  • ・ Pets 2

Guests say

Guests have had a delightful experience at Caer Rhos, praising its cleanliness, peaceful location, and spaciousness suitable for adults, children, and pets. The property's proximity to Caernarfon and scenic walks, alongside its well-equipped and comfortable amenities, have been highlighted. While some minor issues were noted, the overall sentiment is highly positive, with many looking forward to returning.

The majority of guests have commended the property for its cleanliness, describing it as very clean and well-maintained. There was a single mention of a damp smell upon arrival, but this seems to be an isolated comment.

The location is frequently described as peaceful and convenient, with easy access to Caernarfon and scenic walks. It is well-placed for exploring North Wales, though there was a mention of parking difficulties which slightly impacts the score.

Guests have found the property to be comfortable, warm, and suitable for large groups, including pets. The presence of a secure garden and spacious rooms contributes to the comfort level. However, one review mentioned an issue with the heating being monitored, which suggests a slight discomfort for that guest.

Facilities are generally praised, especially the well-equipped kitchen and utility room. However, there are comments about the lack of amenities such as hand soap and cleaning sprays, a non-functioning extractor hood, and a mention of a potential oil leak. These maintenance issues lead to a slightly lower score.

While some reviews mention a welcoming touch of bread and milk on arrival, there is not enough consistent information about thoughtful gestures or gifts to accurately score this category. Therefore, the score is set to null, and guests should note that such gestures are not guaranteed.

About this property

Bontnewydd 1.9 miles. Perched in the idyllic hamlet of Rhostryfan near Bontnewydd, Gwynedd, is this wonderful semi-detached house, Caer Rhos. Enjoying a fantastic location near the Snowdonia National Park and only 5 miles from the stunning coastline, Caer Rhos is a superb dog-friendly choice for a group or a family of six, plus their two canine companions. This holiday home dates back to 1840 and like many of the houses in Rhostryfan was built for the men who worked at the Moel Tryfan Slate Quarry at the top of the mountain. The quarry is a spectacular monument to the hard work of these men and was used as a location for the 2002 film, Lara Croft: Tomb Raider. Be welcomed into the inviting sitting room, where you can look forward to relaxing with loved ones on the plush seating in front of the oil fire, as your favourite show plays out on the Smart TV. Continue through to the spacious open-plan living area, where you can cook up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen, savour your meal at the dining table for six, and a sitting area with sofa and a Smart TV. Just off the kitchen, you will find a handy utility and a cloakroom for your convenience. On warmer days, why not dine alfresco out in the rear enclosed garden, where your dogs can safely run and play? The garden also has access to a popular public footpath where you can embark on hikes through the rolling countryside and an outbuilding offering storage for bikes. Follow the stairs up to the first floor, where you will find three beautifully decorated bedrooms, king-size with en-suite shower room, and two twin bedrooms, the latter of which have access to a sleek shower room. For your local amenities, head into Bontnewydd where you can dine at The Newborough Arms, stock up on essentials at the convenience store, tuck-in to fresh fish and chips from Golden Cod, or picnic in Gypsy Wood Park. For leisurely walks and cycling opportunities, many local paths are built upon the routes of old slate quarry railway bed in Rhostryfan. The best example is Lon Eifion which is a very popular cycle path and forms part of the sustrans national cycle network. The Welsh Highland Railway passes along the bottom of the village and can be used to journey to the foot of Snowdon. The nearest beach at Dinas Dinlle can be seen from Caer Rhos. This has an array of cafes, an air museum and an iron age fort on a cliff overlooking the sea. Only 4 miles away, the magnificent Caernarfon Castle is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. Caer Rhos is also ideally placed between two Zip World attractions: Penrhyn Quarry (16 miles) and Slate Caverns (30 miles). For a memorable stay, choose Caer Rhos.

The charming rural village of Rhostryfan is situated close to the Snowdonia National Park and offers a host of scenic walks and cycling trails, whilst being close to the historic town of Caernarfon and the beautiful sandy beaches of the west coast. The popular tourist spot of Caernarfon boasts a sublime 13th Century castle, well preserved town walls and a station for the Welsh Highland Railway, which passes through dramatic scenery. The Isle of Anglesey and the Llyn Peninsula are also within easy reach, along with the mountains, rivers, waterfalls and scenic valleys of Snowdonia.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size bed with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail.

2 x twin.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Cloakroom with basin.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area.

Utility.

Sitting room with oil fire

Oil central heating with oil fire.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.

2 x Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Roadside parking for 2 cars.

Enclosed rear garden with patio, gravel and furniture.

Small lockable out building suitable to store road bikes.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Highchair and cot available.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 1.8 miles, pub 0.8 miles.

Please note: this property accepts a minimum of 3 night stays.

Nearby points of interest

  • Caernarfon Castle
  • Penrhyn Castle

Reviews (26)

  • Jonathan

    Nice walk along the Slate Trail in the village. Close to Anglesey and some lovely beaches, a relaxing stay. As stated parking is on the road but we didn't have a problem. Would book again if we were in that area.

  • Menashe

    We have a fantastic times, the owners are amazing and have thought of everything to make our stay a dream, we would highly recommend and hope to go again

  • Srikrishna

    Excellent location, very close to Snowdon and other peaks in the National Park. Shops nearby too. Highly recommended.

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