Offering a garden and mountain view, Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig is set in Blaenau-Ffestiniog, 38 km from Snowdon and 44 km from Snowdon Mountain Railway. It is situated 49 km from Llandudno Pier and provides private check-in and check-out. The property is non-smoking and is located 17 km from Portmeirion. The 2-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Blaenau-Ffestiniog, like hiking. Bodnant Garden is 37 km from Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 double bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
7.9
Facilities
7.2
Cleanliness
7.8
Comfort
6.3
Value for money
7.2
Location
8.4
Low score for Blaenau-Ffestiniog
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Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Managed by Finest Retreats

Company review score: 8.8Based on 2,409 reviews from 531 properties
531 managed properties

Company information

Finest Retreats are holiday lettings experts with a selection of handpicked cottages across the UK. For the best possible rates always check out Finest Retreats. There is a 30% deposit charged at the time of booking and the balance is due six weeks before arrival.

Property information

Cysgod y Graig, or translated "The Shadow of the Rock" is a beautiful little cottage within the historic slate mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog, nestled in the heart of the incredible Snowdonia National Park. Renovated to a modern standard, this 2 bedroom cottage both serves as a perfect couples retreat or for a young family. The open plan kitchen and living area comfortably houses its guests, with a fully equipped kitchen to feast from, if not frequenting the towns restaurants only a little walk away. The living room comes with sofa, chair, TV and log burner to relax on an evening. Upstairs you will find the master bedroom, with comfortable double bed and second bedroom with a double and single bunk-bed, outside to the rear of the cottage is a fully enclosed patio garden with furniture which looks up the natural rocky hillside. Locally, there is a staggering amount to choose from when planning what to see and do. Blaenau Ffestiniog is a bustling town with many stores, a historic church and friendly pubs and restaurants. Blaenau Ffestiniog also hosts it's popular railway, and the Llechwedd Slate Caverns and Zipworld only a short distance away. Whether you love hiking, mountain biking and outdoor activities, or exploring the stunning coastline there is sure to be something for everyone. Mount Snowdon, or Yr Wyddfa to use it's proper Welsh name, is less than 20miles distant and the surrounding area offers plenty of walking routes and beautiful lakes amongst the mountains just waiting to be discovered. Criccieth Beach, Harlech Beach and Black Rock Sands are all roughly 30 minutes away, and with Anglesey just the other side of the mountain, you'll be spoilt for choice.

Neighbourhood information

Although this home has no Wi-Fi the property has good 4G signal.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
Internet
No internet access available.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Private entrance
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Hiking
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Outdoor & View
  • Mountain view
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 22:00

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

Until 10:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 150 is required. The property charges this 14 days before arrival. That's about USD 190. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

No cots or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

A damage deposit of £150 is required. The property charges this days before arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 14 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig

  • The prices at Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The nearest beach is just 50 yards from Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig can accommodate the following group size:

    • 5 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig is 0.8 miles from the centre of Blaenau-Ffestiniog. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Finest Retreats - Cysgod y Graig offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 3 km)