Hen Gapel

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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Pets Yes

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17 Customer Review(s)

“Lovely house in great location if ...”

Lovely house in great location if you want to be up in the hills away from the crowd with an amazing view. House very comfortable with something for everyone with our age range from 7 to 80 although you do need to be mobile to get around the property. The owners make you very welcome and make every effort to ensure all goes well with your enjoyment of the house and holiday. The journey from the main road to the house is an adventure all on its own which adds to the experience if you embrace it ...

Lovely house in great location if you want to be up in the hills away from the crowd with an amazing view. House very comfortable with something for everyone with our age range from 7 to 80 although you do need to be mobile to get around the property. The owners make you very welcome and make every effort to ensure all goes well with your enjoyment of the house and holiday. The journey from the main road to the house is an adventure all on its own which adds to the experience if you embrace it and follow the directions as given both on the website and by the owner. All in all a great family holiday across three generations.

- Mr Arden, May 2017

“Character cottage in lovely remote ...”

Character cottage in lovely remote location. 15mins up narrow road but this is part of its appeal. Enjoyed the pool table. We found lots to do in the area

- Mr Offen, April 2017
“We went with 6 of our friends and ...”

We went with 6 of our friends and had a ball. The cottage was really comfortable and was just like being in a home not a holiday let. All of us love the countryside and walking so we couldn't have stayed anywhere better. We didn't leave the cottage much but there were loads of things to see and do in the surrounding area. Absolutely wonderful.

- Mrs Jarvis, April 2017
“Beautiful peaceful location”

Lovely cottage with lots of space for a large group. The surrounding area is peaceful, beautiful and remote.

- _sheryl_c_234_, October 2016

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“A super place to relax, great ...”

A super place to relax, great walking area. Children really enjoyed exploring the area around the cottage.

- Miss King, August 2016
“Wonderful tranquil getaway from it all.stunning views!”

Hen Gapel is a large cottage that has something for everyone! spacious , clean,Rural setting. Owner Jane , was very friendly and welcoming when we arrived.with complimentary cake, milk etc.This place has it all! before you rush out to buy things you might need...check out the cupboards.it seems to have everything.toilet rolls,washing products (ecco friendly)The views are stunning, a perfect base for visiting the surrounding areas. The garden is is large and well planted, but could benefit with a little cutting back, to make access easier.Nearest neighbours..sheep..which amble up and down outside the property.watch out for the farmer that passes every morning on his quad bike, with two sheep dogs sat on the back, a sight to be seen. The garden is secure for larger dogs,but not for tiny dogs.and if by chance you have a rainy week, like we did,snuggle up in the lounge in front of a blazing log fire, and read a book, also supplied upstairs in the upper lounge, something for everyone, and let the kids play on the games consul, play pool.or use one of the many games also supplied. All in all, a comfortable rural little piece of heaven!Thank you Jane ...for making our stay so memorable.

- denisetreacy, July 2016

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“I liked the beautiful welsh ...”

I liked the beautiful welsh scenery, the location, the house and the garden. Would book the house again.

- Mr Bateman, June 2016
“Peace and tranquility in the mountains”

Hen Gapel is, without a doubt, our favourite holiday spot. The house is comfortable, clean and spacious, and ideal for our family get-together. The location is stunning with beautiful walks from the door and its very own lake for fishing and boating. We took an inflatable boat and fishing rods – great fun. I also took (and filled) a sketchbook, full of inspiration for paintings. It's a bit of a drive to Harlech and Porthmadog and beyond, but that's the point! It's an easy drive though, and the beaches and landscape are stunning wherever you turn with Snowdon to the north, the Rhinogs to the south and miles of beautiful beaches. Jane, the owner, is very friendly, helpful, and welcoming (as was Alistair). We really enjoyed her lovely garden, which is perfect for the setting rural, and all the little extras she'd thought of. There is plenty of space to spread out and three bathrooms to avoid morning queues! The pool table was very popular and the decent wifi was welcome, as it enabled us to stay longer than we might have been able to without access to emails etc. Don't go if you are looking for people, shops, pubs and clubs – you'll hate it. Do go if you want to get away from everyone and everything, just enjoy the beauty of your surroundings and find your peace. ps. Tesco Online deliver to the door so you don't even have to step foot in a supermarket – we were amazed that they'd come all the way from Bangor for £3!

- Kate G, July 2015

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“A lovely remote cottage”

A lovely homely holiday property and a warm welcome from the owner. There is plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. The pool table, wii, wi-fi and swimming in the lake were a big plus for the kids. Lots of activities to do in the area - quad biking and Bounce Below were most popular. Harlech beach (only 8 miles away) is just perfect. Would thoroughly recommend and look forward to visiting again.

- MrsJHodson, September 2014

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“remote scenic location”

Never actually met the landlady in person, but Jane Sampson is to be commended. Judging by what she lays on and how Hen G is fitted out, clearly this is not merely a revenue raising exercise for Jane. There is in force a genuine desire that clients should ENJOY their stay.The double lounge is a useful bonus when some want to switch on and other family members want some quiet. if I have an issue it would be with the website. Hen Gaple is described as being 7.5 miles from Harlech. True, it is 5 miles down the A498 to Llandecwyn, which would take 5-10 mins, but it does not tell you that the remaining 2.5 miles FROM Llandecwyn to Hen Gaple takes some 15 minutes, being a steep narrow mountain road .......... and any time you want to car anywhere it means starting with 15 mins DOWN this bendy road, at 20 m.p.h. max. the site should make clear that this a place for those who seek a quiet remote place with different outstanding views from each upstairs window, at a cost of convenience of location. It tends to be a degree or two cooler up in Hen Gaple than down in town. Furthermore I booked this site believing I could reach Minnfford, Porthmadog and the Llein peninsula in five minutes from Llandecwyn. However the site does not reveal that the bridge from Landecwyn to Minnfford has been closed for the past one and a half years. This meant a ten mile (20 mins) detourvia Maentrog, and ten mile return detour, costing time and fuel.

- donkaufman2014, August 2014

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“A little bit of heaven”

We received relevant directions to, and information regarding the property from the owner with contact numbers well in advance of our holiday . On arrival we received a warm welcome and time was given to answer the families questions on the facilities available. A lovely home, the house exceeded our expectations, the space, quality and comfort in both living areas, bathrooms and bedrooms, and cleanliness was excellent. For poor weather the games room had lots of activities and books . We were 3 generations from toddler to oldies plus dogs: the gardens had something for all panoramic views, plants and the one accessed from the upstairs sitting room was safe for all and well used. The weather was exceptional, we all swam in the lake everyday and it was great for our canoe . Walking from the door the choice was endless. The road in was narrow but posed no problem and was as we expected looking at the map. We found lots of choice in places to visit, Portmeirion and Harlech including the beach our favourites. All the family agree that having taken 2/3 self catering holidays a year for 30 years this property is one that we will remember. Thank you for lending us your home we hope to return soon.

- lindasacriston, July 2014

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“A truly lovely cottage”

We all loved this cottage from the moment we arrived and agree wholeheartedly and completely with all the positive comments from earlier reviews. The only negative from our point of view was the drive up from the main road on which some other reviews have also commented. Following it on Streetview somehow doesn't convey the narrowness of the road and steepness of some of the climbs. Having said that, it certainly got easier each time we drove it through the week. The passing places became imprinted and we began to realise that there were actually fewer stretches than we had thought where we could not see to the next one. Remoteness in Snowdonia comes at the price of such a drive and the loveliness of the cottage and its location makes it worthwhile.

- JohnGrosvenor, August 2013

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“If you like stunning mountain views this is for you”

This cottage is a delight if quirky. It's very much up and down with a step here and a step there - literally. We took two teenagers and the split of the house with an upstairs sitting room, complete with snooker table and surround sound, meant we weren't living in each others shoes and was ideal. We did discover that downstairs we had to watch whatever they were watching on Sky upstairs though! The views are totally stunning with Snowdon in the distance. We loved the fact the sheep were looking at us through the gate and we could sit with our early morning cuppa in the conservatory looking at the hills. The cottage had everything we could want, though it took a day or two to discover the washing machine outside the patio door and in an outer utility room, but that was all part of the charm. The owners were delightful and very helpful - we will be going back.

- nicola3460, June 2013

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“Fantastic location, spacious, well kitted out house - perfect place to get away from it all”

We stayed in April with a group of friends, arriving after dark (brilliantly clear starry sky - there was practically no light pollution) and choosing bedrooms at random. If you have a choice, go for the bedroom up the stairs to the left - we awoke to a beautiful scene of the sun warming the hills opposite. The biggest asset of this property is the fantastic location: from the sitting room window you can see the snowy peak of Snowdon, stroll outside and there's a small lake within two minutes walk and hills close enough for a pre-breakfast stroll; or jump in the car and you've got the whole of Snowdonia on your doorstep! We ran out of time before even scratching the surface of the list of nearby walks. The house itself was well furnished and equipped; plenty of room for a large party, big living areas, ample kitchen, a toasty wood burner, and a pool table and tv/home cinema set-up. Broadband was surprisingly quick for such a remote location and our dog loved the place too. A very comfortable placed to return and relax after a day on the hills, but also plenty to keep you entertained if it rains. Overall, we had a brilliant and very relaxing break which left nothing but good memories. Would definitely visit again.

- ed n, July 2012

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“Fantastic location, spacious, well kitted out house - perfect pl”

We stayed in april with a group of friends, arriving after dark (brilliantly clear starry sky - there was practically no light pollution) and choosing bedrooms at random. If you have a choice, go for the bedroom up the stairs to the left - we awoke to a beautiful scene of the sun warming the hills opposite. The biggest asset of this property is the fantastic location: from the sitting room window you can see the snowy peak of Snowdon, stroll outside and there's a small lake within two minutes walk and hills close enough for a pre-breakfast stroll; or jump in the car and you've got the whole of Snowdonia on your doorstep! We ran out of time before even scratching the surface of the list of nearby walks. The house itself was well furnished and equipped; plenty of room for a large party, big living areas, ample kitchen, a toasty wood burner, and a pool table and tv/home cinema set-up. Broadband was surprisingly quick for such a remote location and our dog loved the place too. A very comfortable placed to return and relax after a day on the hills, but also plenty to keep you entertained if it rains. Overall, we had a brilliant and very relaxing break which left nothing but good memories. Would definitely visit again.

- ed n, July 2012

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“Ideallic for familys in a very remote, safe, relaxing home”

We had an amazing time here at Hen Gapel, the cottage was clean and very well kept. There is lots of space for the children with the games room featuring a wii, surround sound system (excellent for films), flat screen t.v, sky and also which our children loved a pool table. also an amazing mountain view. Bedrooms upstairs were a good size and very clean with the larger bedroom also having an amazing mountain view. There is also an upstairs bathroom which is well decorated and spacious. Downstairs is a very well equip kitchen with all you could want to cook with. Lovely addition to this was the touch screen hob and oven. Dining area is large with a big table to accommodate all of us and was my favourite part of the house because it is a good social space even if you are cooking. The living area was lovely and spacious a beautiful woodburner. lovely french doors opening to the garden. There was also a bathroom with a bath and a adult bunk bed room which were all very nice and clean there is a bedroom with ensuite which also was a very nice area. The garden was well kept and a bbq,benches and table and chairs could be used. Beautiful sunsets can also be seen from the top part of the garden. Also there is a separate laundry room to do all your washing in ( very important for families) Tranquil and relaxing this holiday home is something I would recommend. Beautiful mountain views and birds song in the morning and at dusk this holiday cottage is really something special to see.

- Lisa P, July 2012

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“Excellent choice for a peaceful break in a fantastic location.”

Lovely house - comfortable, interesting and quirky. Pretty gardens and amazing views. When we chose this house, we were looking for somewhere fairly remote but with decent mod cons such as a telephone signal and broadband and this house does not disappoint. The location is absolutely beautiful and we were lucky to have a couple of really sunny, warm days even though it was mid October and can imagine the owners' lake must be a real bonus in the summer months. The flowers and cake left for us on arrival were a lovely, welcoming gesture. The furniture was comfortable (even the mattresses which is not always the case with a holiday let), the kitchen, although quite small, had all the equipment you might expect and did not feel so small as it opened onto the dining area. The pool table is a definite bonus as is Sky TV and the woodburner. The only real negative is that driving to the main road is certainly not for the faint-hearted and it makes you think twice about going out for the day - but we wanted remote and with such stunning scenery it was no hardship spending most of our days walking through the surrounding countryside.

- Helena Barrett, December 2011

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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

The property

A peaceful Harlech cottage with its own 7-acre lake!

Originally a stone-built chapel, this detached property in Llandecwyn, 7.5 miles from Harlech, has been successfully converted into a charming Harlech holiday cottage, in a perfect away-from-it-all location.

This delightful Harlech cottage provides charming self-catering accommodation, including four bedrooms, a woodburner, and two sitting rooms, one with a pool table and TV/DVD.

The lawned garden of this North Wales holiday home is perfect for dining alfresco whilst enjoying the lovely views.

Set on a 700' hillside, surrounded by open farmland, scenic hills and mountains beyond, this is an ideal location for wonderful walks and mountain biking, as well as trout fishing and swimming in the owner's 7-acre lake.

With Harlech's golden sandy beach and renowned Royal St. David's Golf Club only 7.5 miles away, this is a delightful Harlech cottage in a wonderful rural location, perfect for a family holiday.

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Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with dressing room & travel cot, 1 x twin (low ceiling), 1 x ground floor double with en-suite shower, basin & WC, 1 x ground floor adult bunks. Shower room with shower, basin & WC. Ground floor bathroom with bath, basin & WC. Kitchen with dining area. Utility shed. Living room with woodburner. First floor sitting room with pool table. Conservatory.

Amenities

Storage heaters with woodburner in living room
Electric oven & hob, oil Rayburn (by arrangement with owner - pre set for additional heating & water, not to be used for cooking), microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, slimline dishwasher, 2 x TVs with FreeSat, DVD, WiFi, library of books
Fuel, power & starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen inc. in rent
Travel cot & highchair
Off road parking for 3 cars
Lockable shed for bikes (by prior notice)
Rear cottage garden, side lawned garden with furniture, BBQ & mountain views including Mount Snowdon
Private trout fishing & swimming in owner's 7-acre lake
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 5 miles, pub 4 miles
Note: Water from treated private bore hole, all required filtration carried out
Note: Cottage not suitable for the infirm due to varied floor levels
Note: As this property is situated in open sheep country, dogs must be kept under control at all times as sheep walk past the cottage gate.

About the location

LLANDECWYN

Harlech 5 miles; Porthmadog 5 miles.

Llandecwyn is a scattered rural hamlet in North Wales, which stands amidst farmland, hills with lakes and mountains, which are all perfect for scenic walks and mountain biking. Llandecwyn is set on the National Cycle Route 8, plus birdwatching can be enjoyed on the red kite waymarked trail, which passes through the hamlet. There are also birdwatching opportunities along the coast and at the RSPB Osprey project, which is nearby. Only 5 miles away is historic Harlech, which is situated in a magnificent position between the mountains and the sea. Harlech is dominated by its majestic 13th century castle, which enjoys World Heritage status. The town is very popular with golfers, who come to enjoy the famous Royal St. David's course, whilst the beautiful 6 mile long sandy beach is wonderful for family fun and long walks. Harlech offers an excellent variety of amenities including some good quality restaurants and a leisure centre, whilst the whole of the Snowdonia National Park, together with the sandy beaches of Cardigan Bay, are all within easy reach. Other attractions in the area include the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Light Railway, the secluded beaches at Borth y Guest and the Black Rock sands and the Italianate village of Portmeirion. A really beautiful part of North Wales.

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Hen Gapel

Llandecwyn near Porthmadog, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 6886)

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