BRONHAUL VILLAGE RETREAT COTTAGE, PENNAL SNOWDONIA

Bronhaul is a charming 2 bedroom - sleeps 4. Enjoying lovely rural and mountain views in a historic Welsh Village location. This delightful stone cottage has recently been refurbished and tastefully decorated to a very high standard, whilst retaining many historic character features, along with all the comforts of modern living including ECO electric heaters in all rooms, WiFi and a wood burner. Bronhaul is a charming 2 bedroom, 19th century terraced cottage with a very authentic rustic feel, enjoying lovely rural and mountain views in a historic Welsh Village location and just a short walk to the excellent ‘Riverside Inn’ pub/eatery in Pennal. This delightful stone cottage has recently been refurbished and tastefully decorated to a very high standard, whilst retaining many historic character features, along with all the comforts of modern living including ECO electric heaters in all rooms, WiFi and a wood burner. Bronhaul offers an open plan living/dining area and separate kitchen fitted with modern appliances. The cosy sitting area has a log burner for winter nights by the fireside. This cottage can sleep four: it has two double bedrooms. To the rear there is a lovely garden and terrace area, with BBQ and patio furniture for alfresco living. Fabulous views with hilly backdrop. Set in The Snowdonia National Park, the village of Pennal is ideally situated for whatever type of holiday you want. For those with families, sweeping sandy beaches can be found in Tywyn or Aberdovey. If you are into cycling or horse riding, there are numerous scenic places to ride. This is a walker’s paradise with numerous walks on the doorstep. If you are not the active type, then how about a ride on the Talyllyn Narrow Gauge Railway in Tywyn? Come and explore this amazing area. Mid Wales is truly stunning and a 'well-kept secret' by discerning globe trotters. Come prepared for all conditions, it does rain sometimes! Downstairs: Enter through the lovely original porch off the roadside. Sitting/Dining area: With carpeted flooring, beamed ceiling and a fabulous log burner set into an ‘Inglenook’ style fireplace and slate hearth which provides the central feature in this room and gives some extra heat on those chilly evenings (a bag of logs are provided FREE). For entertainment there is a 24” Panasonic flat screen SMART TV. There is also a small selection of board games and DVDs, sit and enjoy the ambiance on a cosy 2 seater sofa and 2 armchairs. For dining there is a drop leaf wooden table and 4 period dining chairs to the rear of the room in a recess. Kitchen: With quarry tiled floors, fully fitted country style oak and glass fronted units with marble look worktops. Includes a Belling cooker with ceramic hob, double electric oven and grill, iron and ironing board, microwave, fridge with freezer box (no separate freezer sorry). A really well equipped kitchen, with all the necessary cooking utensils. There is a drop leaf dining table and 2 chairs which can easily be moved around to suit. Garden off kitchen: The cottage has its own beautiful, enclosed garden and terraces. There is a wooden patio set with 4 chairs, sun shade, BBQ, plus additional benches to sit and enjoy the views, peace and quiet of this little village. Bathroom: This lovely tiled, designer bathroom is downstairs and has a WC, Victoriana vanity wash basin, three-quarter size bath with Victoriana mixer taps and hand held shower over the bath. It also has a heated towel rail. Upstairs: Front bedroom: This lovely room has an original sash window, period door, an oak wood frame double bed, bedside table and chair, a period wash stand, four drawer dressing table with mirrors and a matching double wardrobe. Also, an art deco centre lamp shade. Views over the quiet village road. Rear bedroom: This lovely room enjoys a fabulous rural and hillside view over the garden with a period door, an oak wood frame double bed with bedside table. There are 2 wooden rails and hooks with wooden hangers for hanging garments. Also, an art deco centre lamp shade. All heating is by ECO electric panel heaters in each room. All the stairways and bedrooms are newly carpeted, each guest has two pillows. There are vintage style eiderdowns plus quilts, all bed linen is provided. Bath and hand towels are provided for each person staying in the cottage. Beach towels are NOT provided so please bring your own. NB: Low headroom in places and not suitable for guests with mobility issues. Outside: The cottage is located off the Machynlleth to Tywyn road in the village of Pennal. It is a quiet road that just accesses the local houses and farmland. It is just a short walk to the village where there is a very good inn and eatery plus a village shop. All around are public footpaths that will take you to the banks of the gorgeous Dyfi River. There is on road parking to the front, with no restrictions and easy access to the cottage with no steps up to it. The Snowdonia National Park, the village of Cwrt Pennal is ideally situated for whatever type of holiday you want. Whatever you're into: fishing, surfing, kite boarding, sailing, mountain biking, bird watching, painting, landscape photography or horse riding, there are endless scenic places to explore. This region of Wales is without doubt a 'hidden gem' with some of the most spectacular scenery in Britain. The Dysynni Valley is a walker's paradise with Bird Rock & Cadair Idris just a few minutes' walk away! Snowdon is only 60 minutes by car and the beautiful Coed Y Brenin forest, with miles of mountain bike & walking trails is just 30 minutes' drive. Don't worry if you're not the active type, the flat & effortless Mawddach Trail, featured in Julia Bradbury's 'Great Railway Walks' program is accessible to everyone and takes you on a journey along one of the UK's most spectacular estuaries, brimming with wildlife. There are miles of beautiful unspoilt sandy beaches in Tywyn, Barmouth and Aberdovey to laze upon, as well as many local attractions such as the Tal-y-llyn Narrow Gauge Railway, which steams from Tywyn up to the mystical Dolgoch Falls and on to Abergynolwyn. Just a few miles beyond the stunning Tal-y-llyn Lake is the world renowned 'Centre For Alternative Technology' or (CAT) which is a fascinating place to visit and learn. Close to CAT is The Corris Craft Centre and King Arthurs Labyrinth, another 'must visit' place. Short breaks when available: Monday- Friday 4 nights & Friday-Monday 3 nights. A minimum charge of £299 applies to any stay. Changeover day is FRIDAY in the main season. Pet free and smoke free, so great for guests with allergies! Prices inclusive of energy, heating, wifi, bedding & towels. Cleaning fee of £49 applied to every booking. It is the guest's responsibility to insure against any losses that may occur should the need to cancel their holiday arise.