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PENLAN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Beddgelert

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A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a dining table with chairs, and a large window with curtains.
A view through a window with a mountain in the background.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wooden wardrobe, and a window with curtains.
A white house with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush greenery and a rocky hill in the background.
A lush garden with a stone pathway leading to a wooden deck.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Eryri National Park
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Caernarfon, North Wales
  • Place, Eryri National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Aberglaslyn Pass
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Sygun Copper Mine
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

PENLAN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Beddgelert

This quaint, detached cottage is in woodland, above the village of Beddgelert, in the Snowdonia National Park, and sleeps five people in two bedrooms.

Tis delightful, single storey cottage is located in quiet woodland, in an elevated position above the village of Beddgelert in the Snowdonia National Park. This cottage, formerly the home of Rupert Bear author and illustrator Alfred Edmeades Bestall, has two cosy bedrooms, a double, and a bunk bedroom with additional pull-out bed, as well as a family bathroom. There is also a kitchen and a sitting room with dining area. Outside, this cottage is surrounded by quiet woodland, and the garden enjoys woodland and mountain views. This quaint cottage is perfect for an enjoyable holiday. . Please note that this property only accepts 7‑night stays; Short breaks may be available on request.

Amenities: Electric storage heaters with electric stove in sitting room. Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV/DVD, books/DVDs. Electricity inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 1 car and additional parking at the bottom of the cul de sac on a first come, first served basis. Garden with patio to rear, grass & woodland all around, furniture, mountain & woodland views. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops & pubs 5 mins walk. Please note that this property only accepts 7‑night stays; Short breaks may be available on request. Note: Max 4 adults. Note: Check in time 4pm, check out is 11am.

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: Lying at the foot of Mount Snowdon, Beddgelert is situated in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park. A busy village, it is centred around the Afon Glaslyn river, just a short walk from the Aberglaslyn Pass. The Welsh Highland Steam Railway passes through Beddgelert on its way from Porthmadog to Caernarfon.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 1965021
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Caernarfon

Caernarfon is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eryri National Park and Ceunant Llennyrch National Nature Reserve, while Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways and Lloyd George Museum are cultural highlights. Welsh Highland Railway and Glaslyn Leisure Centre are also worth visiting.
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Caernarfon, North Wales

What's nearby

  • Eryri National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Aberglaslyn Pass - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Gelert's Grave - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Sygun Copper Mine - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 45 min drive - 44.0 km

Getting around

  • Tygwyn Station - 17 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 154 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffi Gwynant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Australia - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cwellyn Arms - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Spooner's Grill, Café & Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PENLAN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Beddgelert pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at PENLAN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Beddgelert?

As of 12 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PENLAN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Beddgelert on 15 Jan 2027 start from £433, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at PENLAN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Beddgelert?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PENLAN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Beddgelert?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PENLAN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Beddgelert?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PENLAN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Beddgelert located?

Situated in Caernarfon, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Aberglaslyn Pass and Gelert's Grave. Sygun Copper Mine and Eryri National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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All ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x adult bunks with additional pull-out bed. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin & WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area & electric woodburner-effect stove.

What makes this property unique

Electric storage heaters with electric stove in sitting room. Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV/DVD, books/DVDs. Electricity inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 1 car and additional parking at the bottom of the cul de sac on a first come, first served basis. Garden with patio to rear, grass & woodland all around, furniture, mountain & woodland views. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops & pubs 5 mins walk. Note: Max 4 adults. Note: Check in time 4pm, check out is 11am.

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