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Sleeping eight people in four bedrooms, this detached chapel conversion in a rural location 7.5 miles from Harlech makes a perfect peaceful Welsh holiday base.Hen Gapel is a former chapel, now fully converted to offer a comfortable holiday home in the scattered rural hamlet of Llandecwyn, 7.5 miles from Harlech. There are two first floor bedrooms, a king-size double with a dressing room and a twin with a low doorway, and two ground floor bedrooms, a double with en-suite shower room and a room with adult bunks. There is also a first floor shower room. The kitchen has a dining area, there is a handy utility shed outside, and for relaxing, guests can choose from the living room with woodburner, the conservatory or the first floor sitting room with pool table. Outside, there is off road parkin...Sleeping eight people in four bedrooms, this detached chapel conversion in a rural location 7.5 miles from Harlech makes a perfect peaceful Welsh holiday base.Hen Gapel is a former chapel, now fully converted to offer a comfortable holiday home in the scattered rural hamlet of Llandecwyn, 7.5 miles from Harlech. There are two first floor bedrooms, a king-size double with a dressing room and a twin with a low doorway, and two ground floor bedrooms, a double with en-suite shower room and a room with adult bunks. There is also a first floor shower room. The kitchen has a dining area, there is a handy utility shed outside, and for relaxing, guests can choose from the living room with woodburner, the conservatory or the first floor sitting room with pool table. Outside, there is off road parking for 4 cars, and a rear and side lawned garden with furniture, BBQ and mountain views. With fishing available in the owners' 7 acre lake, and walking and cycling from the door, Hen Gapel is a wonderful Welsh retreat to relax and recharge.
Amenities: Electric heating with woodburner in sitting room. Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in the rent. Well equipped kitchen with Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge freezer, and slimline dishwasher. Tumble dryer and washing machine in utility. 2 smart TV’s – one upstairs and one downstairs. Fibre internet. Bed linen included in rent. Off road parking for 3 cars. Shed for bikes by request. Rear garden with seating. Front garden and gravelled area with furniture and bbq – perfect for outdoor dining – both with fantastic views of Snowdon to the rear and the Harlech dome to the front. Up to 3 well behaved dogs welcome. However as this cottage is in open sheep country, dogs must be kept in control at all times as sheep walk past the cottage gate! Shop 4 miles Pub 4 miles. Tesco and Asda home delivery available. Water from private borehole, all required filtration carried out. No smoking within the property. Note cottage not suitable for the infirm due to varied floor levels. No towels provided.
Region: Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.
Town: The scattered countryside hamlet of Llandecwyn is set in the middle of beautiful scenery, with mountains, lakes, hills and farmland all around. There is mountain biking and good walking from the hamlet, and the Snowdonia National Park awaits. The coastal town of Harlech, with its sandy beach, imposing castle and championship golf course, is only 7.5 miles away.
Wow! Hen Gapel has everything. Views. Peace. Space… a LAKE to swim in. It’s one of those places where you can do everything or nothing. Where you can relax if you are 16 or 60+ (our bubble group had a range of ages). One of the best self-catering holidays we’ve had in the UK, especially after such a hard year. Everything has been thought of by the owners, and everything is spotlessly clean and warm in welcome. In particular, we appreciated the respect for nature and the environment, and the multiple ‘at home’ entertainment options - from the pool table to the wifi, to a kitchen so well stocked that cooking became another fun activity. For bigger groups it’s hard to find properties that give enough space for people to come together, or to take a little bit of alone time - Hen Gapel is what you need. Before we left, we were already thinking about the next opportunity to visit again! Thank you for our stay.
Visited August 2021
Written 13 September 2021. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Louise T
1 contribution
Superb holiday cottage in a truly outstanding location
My husband and I stayed in this wonderful spacious cottage at the end of September 2020. The cottage is amazingly well appointed with all the equipment that anyone could possibly need. It is superbly clean, warm and homely with fantastic walks of every distance straight from the door. We particularly enjoyed the nearby woodland walk that leads to the reservoir. The views from the cottage are breathtaking.
We enjoyed good weather for the time of year which was a bonus and we able to have lunch by the beautiful lake on several days. Our three Labrador dogs had a great time swimming in the lake and the cottage itself is also very dog friendly.
We have stayed in many holiday cottages all over the UK over the years and this is certainly one of the very best we have ever been to, it is my all time favorite. It was a privilege to stay here and we cant wait to visit again. Many thanks to Jane and her family for a truly memorable holiday. Lou, Andy, Harry, Hetty and Bertie.
Visited September 2020
Written 7 October 2020. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
rachelhturner
Leeds, United Kingdom6 contributions
Rachel and Owen
We enjoyed a fantastic family holiday here with our Sons, their girlfriends and our dog. The house had everything we needed and there was plenty of room to spread out. The views were stunning. We enjoyed plenty of walks from the doorstep, climbed snowdon , 'bounced below' and swam in the lake. The week went too quickly! We loved it here.
Visited August 2019
Written 8 August 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Beth H
6 contributions
Secluded, beautiful, peaceful cottage
We loved it here, really didn't want to leave! The road to the cottage is a bit of a rollercoaster ride, but you soon get used to it. Beautiful and quirky cottage, everything you need for your stay, the area is magical, you can walk for miles! And the cottage has its own lake!! We are open water swimmers so it was perfect for us, clear water with the most amazing view, what more can you ask for.
Visited May 2019
Written 12 June 2019. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
ThaiTJ
3 contributions
Our little piece of heaven
Hen Gapel was our very own slice of heaven for 7 wonderful days. The road may be long and windy (approx 15 minutes) from the main road but its certainly worth it for the benefit of the location.
If remoteness is your wish, you couldn’t find a better place to be.
We had a family holiday, 6 adults and 1 teen in total.
The cottage was exceptional. It had everything we needed and more. The pool table was invaluable with all ages keen to have a game. Plenty of room if you needed your own space as well. We enjoyed the kitchen / dining room the most, all open plan and all meals and board games, conversations seemed to be based here.
The log fire was used once or twice to take any chill away from the rooms, truly mesmerising when you have a rainy day.
Harlech and it’s beach are 25 minutes away. The nearest shop we found was a Spar in Harlech so be sure to get everything you need on your daily trip. We did pre-order a Tesco delivery for the evening we arrived, which was perfect.
The cottage is situated in a beautiful location. Quiet, safe and plenty of opportunities to walk over the hill to the lake or along the country lane.
Once you’ve done the drive from the main road a couple of times it becomes so much easier, even pleasurable. The only traffic you find is the local farmer who always makes way for you to pass.
Pat and the owner Jane we’re so helpful and nothing was too much trouble.
Having a BBQ, drinking cold beer, watching hawks flying overhead, sharing a meal with 3 generations, clear skies at night, sunny day at the beach with the family (including the dog), it’s what life’s all about and I honestly can’t recommend this place enough. Genuinely sad to leave and still think about it now.
Visited August 2017
Written 24 October 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
K. Driver
Hertfordshire, United Kingdom54 contributions
Perfect family holiday for different ages and abilities.
We have just returned from a week at this beautiful, peaceful home. There were 7 of us, ranging from 18 to 70 years plus my brother who has Downs Syndrome. There was so much space, brother and daughters were very happy in the upstairs lounge with their Xbox and playing pool, in-laws favoured the sunny conservatory and we all gathered round the large kitchen table to play games.
We had a Tesco delivery ordered for our first night which was so helpful given the remote location.
If you want to get away from it all and really relax this place is ideal.
My husband caught 6 brown trout from the lake so he was in heaven and he also played a round of golf at the nearby Royal St Davids.
The house is equipped well and Jane is great. We are hoping to return in the near future.
Visited August 2017
Written 12 August 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
judithjarvis53
Dodworth, United Kingdom6 contributions
Fabulous get away from it all
Great cottage for a group of friends. The different living areas meant that we could all do different things ( living room became the reading room upstairs the games room) without being on top of each other. Some great walks direct from the cottage so didn't have to go far if we didn't want to but we also had a fabulous walk on the beach at Harlech and then up to some slate mines. Even though we went in April we had one gorgeous evening where we could sit out and have G&T's before dinner. The garden was lovely and my early morning walk down to the lake with my dog was just wonderful. Didn't want to leave.
Visited April 2017
Written 12 June 2017. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
_sheryl_c_234_
2 contributions
Beautiful peaceful location
Lovely cottage with lots of space for a large group. The surrounding area is peaceful, beautiful and remote.
Visited August 2016
Written 6 October 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
denisetreacy
Lincolnshire, United Kingdom62 contributions
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.
Visited June 2016 Travelled with family
Written 2 July 2016. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Quest258378
We couldn't be happier that you enjoyed your stay at Hen Gapel, thank you for taking the time to tell us about it. Having the sheep as your nearest neighbours must have made for a peaceful time, and having their antics and the farmer with his dogs, a bit of entertainment to boot - excellent! We certainly hope you return for another stay again soon.
Written 5 July 2016. This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Kate G
York, United Kingdom12 contributions
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!
Visited June 2015 Travelled with family
Written 29 July 2015. This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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