Bryn Ogwen

Bryn Ogwen is a beautiful Victorian semi-detached property, situated in the popular quiet residential of Garth area on the outskirts of Bangor, North Wales. The property occupies an elevated position and enjoys superb uninterrupted views of the Grade II listed Garth Pier, the second longest pier in Wales, along with the swirling waters of the Menai Straits, Anglesey and as far east as Puffin Island and the Great Orme. This substantial property is arranged over three floors and with unrivalled Menai Straits water views from every window at the front of the house, this wonderful holiday home provides perfect accommodation for discerning friends and families alike. With 5 bedrooms it can comfortably sleep 8 (maximum 6 adults only) although a party of 10 could be accommodated by special arrangement. Bryn Ogwen offers a spacious, luxurious and stylish interior which has undergone a loving and sympathetic refurbishment over recent years, retaining some of the wonderful original features. As you enter you immediately feel in awe of this place, stunning Parquet flooring and a beautiful dining room with bay window provides a wonderful space where you can socialise and all dine together around a long table with seating for everyone. The spacious sitting room with generous sofas has a warming wood burning stove, providing a relaxing and cosy atmosphere in the evening and is a wonderful place to retire to after your meal. A fully fitted kitchen with island and breakfast bar, table and chairs offers all you will need for your catering requirements, and a useful utility room and cloakroom are conveniently located on the ground floor too. Arranged over the first and second floors are five spacious, stylish bedrooms with comfy beds, ensuring a good night's sleep will be had by all, waking up refreshed ready for another days exploring. Two of the bedrooms boast en-suite facilities with a further two shower rooms, one located on each of the upper floors servicing the other bedrooms. Outside, to the front of the property, there are neat sloping lawns with borders having a variety of shrubs and plants with the gardens again enjoying the superb views, a side patio which is a great place to sit and enjoy the views and at the rear a recently re-landscaped patio area with picnic table provides an added secluded outdoor eating area. Walking and cycle routes are close by and Penrhyn Castle, a National Trust property, is just five minutes by car. Bangor is a vibrant and lively university city and it is the oldest city in Wales and one of the smallest in the UK, with a swimming pool close by, a pedestrian shopping centre and many bars and restaurants where you can sample the local Welsh delights. The Menai Strait offers a superb selection of watersports, as well as fishing opportunities, and the delights of Anglesey, with its superb sandy, golden beaches, is accessible within two miles of this Bangor property. The walled town of Caernarfon with its medieval castle is just 15 minutes' drive away, and is the starting point for the spectacular Ffestiniog and Welsh Highland Railway, a 25-mile-long narrow gauge railway that twists and turns its way through some of Snowdonia's most wonderful scenery. Bryn Ogwen is a stunning property, that will not disappoint, making it a fantastic property to escape from daily life and relax in luxury with friends and family. Bryn Ogwen sleeps 10, max 6 adults / 4 children. For all adult groups please contact us before booking. No stag / hen parties One small to medium dog - £30 per booking