Cosy Welsh Cottage in Magical Snowdonia

In the heart of a World Heritage site, this traditional slate miners cottage is nestled in the historical town of Blaenau Ffestiniog. This peaceful, dog-friendly cottage has a mountain-backed garden with a hammock and picnic table, and stunning mountain views. In addition, roadside parking ~ Smart TV ~ DVD's + hi-speed internet. Shops close by, glorious walks, beaches, castles + Zip World only mins away. Come home and relax by the charming stone Inglenook fire and enjoy the cosy wood burner. The space Please respect local Covid laws and guidelines and rest assured that you are staying in a very clean cottage with full fire and CO2 safety, PLEASE READ the house rules section prior to booking. We would appreciate it so much if you would allow the local residents the priority parking spaces in Walter Street. This simply means that you would park a little way up the road towards the slate mountains... it is perfectly safe (Especially as there is a police station on the corner) and would take less than half a minute to walk back down to the cottage, once parked. NOTE: Fire wood, kindling, firelighters and matches are not provided but you can easily purchase these at the Co-op or McColl's. We can not have more than 4 guests staying at any time. As this cottage is booked for short stays only there is no access to a washing machine or tumble dryer (Unless booking for 7 days, or more. Also there is low water pressure in the area therefore we do not have a power shower. However, the water in the shower will get nice and hot and there are grip bars on the walls for your safety. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In the heart of a World Heritage site, Mountain Breeze Cottage is cosy and comfortable, yet spacious. It's on the door step of so many wild and fun experiences that you'll be genuinely spoilt for choice when you get here. Free parking on the road to the left of the cottage but not directly in front of the cottage. (Please give priority parking to our kind local residents by parking a little further up Walter street, towards the slate mountains.) Within five minutes walk you will find a very nicely stocked co-op with a good range of fruit and veg and very friendly and helpful staff. There are a few nice restaurants and take-away's and the high street has a range of lovely little shops, including: Bakery – Butcher – ATM machines - some lovely cafes - quirky little second hand shops and a very nice bar / restaurant called Cell B. Surrounding this little town are the most beautiful range of mountains. Blaenau Ffestiniog has a special atmosphere, as does the whole of Snowdonia. You can enjoy a super exciting visit to Bounce Below (Only 4 minutes drive away.) Next to that is the famous Zip-World and within half an hour are some of the most exquisite beaches I have personally seen in the UK. And if you're feeling really adventurous you can climb the majestic Mount Snowdon or take the train up and down instead. Mountain Breeze Cottage is lovely and clean and has a warm and homely atmosphere. Our guests have said that they feel very happy and peaceful here and they love the mountain-backed garden and the fact that there are so many lovely walks close by. Our neighbours are very decent people but do remember that they are full time residents here and so please respect their privacy and especially please be very quiet after 10.30 pm if you are in the back garden. The walls of the cottage are very thick so you can enjoy television and music at a reasonable volume until whatever time you like. Our garden backs directly onto the slate mountains and you will see the lovely mountain pathway from the upstairs landing window. Once at the top you can walk for miles and miles. Keep dogs on lead whilst climbing the mountain path due to the fairly steep drop. If coming in summer there are many amazing lakes and rivers for wild water swimming (Plus two beautiful, blue lakes about 45 mins walk from the garden gate) so bring all your bathing suits and extra towels (Please don't take cottage towels outside.) PLEASE familiarise yourself with the fire blanket in the kitchen and the two fire extinguishers down and upstairs. We are fully up to speed with government health and safety regulations and have fitted electric fire alarms with emergency back-up lighting for your safety. (No coal or any other items in the wood burner (Apart from shop-bought logs and kindling,) thank you. Guest access The entire cottage and garden. You will not be sharing any space with anyone else. We would be so grateful if you would allow the local residents priority parking on Walter Street. This simply means parking a little way up towards the slate mountain and it will take less than half a minute to walk back down to the cottage, once parked. It is very safe, especially as there is a police station on the corner of our road. We are lucky to have such supportive and friendly neighbours and I thank you so much for observing this simple request. Other things to note SUGGESTED THINGS TO PACK AND BRING WITH YOU. (Towels and bedding are provided) (Tea, coffee, sugar and a toilet roll provided.) (A yoga matt - several DVD's and a couple of family games provided.) .....,....................................... Thick socks or slippers as the kitchen has real slate tiles that get cold in winter. A torch to keep by your bed for extra safety if going down the steep stairs at night... also for use in the back garden after dark if you need to let your dogs out. You may wish to bring some basic cooking items: salt - pepper - tin foil - butter - olive oil - herbs - gravy cubes - - breakfast cereal - milk etc Fire wood (Bought ONLY from shop) + kindling and matches. Dog towels and doggy bags Most of you are probably experienced walkers but it's worth reminding you you that if going for long or high altitude walks, like Mount Snowdon, do bring wind and rain proof coats with thermal lining as temperatures can sometimes drop substantially. It's also advisable to wear high visibility clothing. Take water. Strong torch. Fully charged mobile phone. Glucose snacks. Compass. (There have been cases of tourists getting lost and the above-mentioned things can be lifesavers.) First aid kit If driving in winter you might want to keep thermal blankets (OR emergency foil blankets,) water and a torch in the back of your car in case of break down in icy weather conditions. If coming in summer there are many amazing lakes and rivers for wild water swimming (Plus two beautiful blue lakes about 45 mins walk from the garden gate) so bring all your bathing suits and extra towels (Please don't take cottage towels outside.) There are SO many things to do here and if you need any advice or recommendations please contact me.