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Hafod Cae Maen |
Porthmadog, North Wales, Wales |
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Hafod Cae Maen is a luxurious Edwardian villa, offering breathtaking views over the Dwyryd Estuary to the mountains beyond. Situated high above the famous Portmeirion village on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park, the villa has been lovingly restored and offers a truly relaxing holiday. |
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Property Info |
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Accommodation Type:
| House / Villa |
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Property Setting:
| Mountainous / Near the Sea / Beachfront / Village / Rural |
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Holiday Type:
| Relaxing / Family / Culture |
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Bedrooms:
| 4 |
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Guests:
| 8 |
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Catering:
| self-catering |
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General Info |
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Just the place for those who wish to leave the car untouched, stroll through sub-tropical woodlands and picnic on a deserted beach, or curl up with a book beside the library fire. Hafod Cae Maen is the perfect retreat for those who crave privacy and for children who seek fun and adventure! It is the extra facilities that help to make staying at Hafod Cae Maen so relaxing. The house is in a stunning location with breathtaking views. Inside the large dining room, beautifully appointed kitchen (with your own chef in it should you so desire; just ask!), oak panelled library, woodburning fires and welcome hamper of local produce make you immediately at home. Staying here automatically entitles you to free access to Portmeirion village. If digital entertainment is what you need, then the house has plasma screen TV, DVD, stereo, ipod speakers and broadband internet access. Housekeeping, shopping and babysitting all available for an additional cost. |
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Details on the area surrounding the property/accommodation |
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The house is within walking distance of two fine restaurants and three cafés in Potmeirion village. A deserted beach features safe swimming at low-tide and for those wanting extra distraction for children (or adults!), Boston Lodge Halt for the Ffestiniog narrow-gauge steam railway, is a ten-minute walk from the house. A taster of things to do: beaches, rock climbing, golf, railways, castles, zoos, parks....... |
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Getting there & away/local amenities |
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Getting There:
| Detailed directions provided on booking. |
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Nearest airports:
| Manchester 101 miles |
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Nearest train station:
| Minffordd 1 mile |
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Nearest ferry terminal:
| Holyhead |
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Nearest bus stop:
| Minffordd |
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Car Hire:
| Optional |
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Nearest restaurant:
| Two within walking distance |
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Nearest beach:
| Walking distance |
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Nearest shop:
| Porthmadog |
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Nearest market:
| Porthmadog |
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More Info |
Owner Info |
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Name |
Laura Butters |
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Contact Phone No. |
07776259768 |
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Accommodation details |
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Activities Nearby |
Beach within 30km / Birdwatching / Canoeing / Climbing / Cycling / Golf within 30km / Horse Riding / Tennis / Walking / Watersports
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Interior Facilities |
Cot / Highchair / Dishwasher / DVD player / Internet Access / Linen provided / Log Fire / Maid Service / Television / Washing Machine
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Interior Details |
Hafod Cae Maen is made up of a downstairs cloakroom and drying room with washing machine and tumble dryer. The drawing room has satellite TV, DVD, stereo, toys, games and a wood-burning stove. On the same floor is the library containing wood panelling designed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis. It features an open log fire, cosy chairs in which to sit and read, piano and a study with Internet access. The kitchen/dining room offers a fully equipped kitchen with range cooker, dishwasher and microwave as well as a dining area with wood-burning stove and double-doors opening onto the garden. There is also a snug with a small TV, ideal for preparing the menu or keeping an eye on the children whilst cooking or eating. The first floor features two king-size bedrooms, two twin bedrooms (convertible to superking), plus two family bathrooms. Most of the bedrooms feature original fireplaces and windows. The master bedroom houses a four-poster bed and a balcony.
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Exterior Facilities |
Balcony / BBQ / Garden / Parking / Tennis Court
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Exterior Details |
Hafod Cae Maen is set in two acres with formal gardens, and can only be reached by a private road. The gardens look down over the forested edge of the Dwyryd Estuary and beyond to the remote Rhiniog mountains. The house is not overlooked and the owners live off-site making this a truly relaxing holiday for those wanting complete privacy. The south-facing garden features a large table and outside parasol, perfect for Al Fresco dining. There’s a tennis court and swimming pool on site which you can use for an additional fee by prior arrangement.
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Further Details |
Family-friendly throughout, the house features enclosed gardens, accessible sub-tropical woodlands and no main-roads nearby. Touches such as children’s toys, cot and highchairs can also be provided, helping to ease the luggage load! Simply put, a family could spend two weeks at Hafod Cae Maen without needing to use the car – it is the ultimate get-away.
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Conditions of
Rental |
Applicants can reserve the property over the telephone but it will only be confirmed when an Historic House Retreats official and completed booking form has been received and deposit/payment made. For bookings made more than 8 weeks prior to the arrival date, a deposit of 50% of the total rental price must accompany a completed booking form. If a booking is made less than 8 weeks before the arrival date the full rental price, together with any additional charges and the cautionary deposit of £500, must accompany the completed booking form.
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Other Information |
Babysitting available / Child Friendly / Cook available / Ideal for honeymoons / Pet Friendly / Short breaks available
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What visitors have said about Hafod Cae Maen |
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We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay to celebrate our 40th Wedding Anniversary with all the family. The house is wonderful for allowing everyone their own space and comfort. Many thanks. We would love to come back here.
Kathryn & Peter Dolan, UK, Jan 2009 
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Many thanks indeed for a lovely Christmas week. It’s a gorgeous house in a wonderful location. We really appreciate all the Christmas touched – you even managed to lay on some fine weather for us. We look forward to returning one day.
Lindy & Tom Putney, UK, Jan 2009
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Our second stay here, just as lovely as the first. Had a great time walking through snow covered fields and the beaches nearby (Harlech and Abersoch). A beautiful house in a great location. Hope to come back soon. Thank you and best wishes.
Simon & Alexandera, UK, Jan 2010
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