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Sarn Cottage

Penmachno, near Betws-y-Coed, North Wales
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A traditional adjoined stone cottage ideally situated in Snowdonia National Park with plenty of walking routes nearby
  • Visit Conwy Falls, Conwy Castle and numerous National Trust properties
  • Close to the popular adventure training centres of Betws-y-Coed or visit their pubs, restaurants and shops
Overview
Property code: OC-47291

This charming former miner’s cottage offers peace and tranquillity on the edge of beautiful Snowdonia National Park. With glorious walks straight from the door and the coast within easy access by car, this property is perfect for a family or couple with a four-legged friend.

This cosy cottage with its warm, welcoming décor has a lovely sitting area around a coal burner for snuggling up with your pooch after a day enjoying the Welsh mountain air. The mix of Welsh slate and wooden floors throughout adds a charming touch and is practical for muddy boots and paws. Upstairs there are two comfy bedrooms decorated in a simple, country style. Outside, the lovely, enclosed garden has glorious views of the surrounding countryside, and is perfect for your canine companion to run around safely while you sit and admire the view or enjoy an al fresco meal.

This beautiful part of Wales offers miles of magical mountain walks with woodland and waterfalls to explore. The local village of Betws-y Coed just 4 miles away offers a handful of pubs, restaurants and shops to explore. The traditional slate-mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog is just 11 miles away, where you can take a ride on the famous mountain railway line to Porthmadog and enjoy the stunning scenery. Alternatively, jump in the car and head 15 miles north to the scenic North Wales coast to visit the pretty town of Conwy and its magnificent castle.

  • 2 bedrooms: 1 king size and 1 bunkbed with additional single bed
  • Shower room
  • Separate WC
  • Kitchen with electric oven and induction hob, microwave, slow cooker, fridge and washer/dryer
  • Lounge/diner with Smart TV and DVD. Smart TV in master bedroom.
  • Two woodburners (logs provided)
  • Enclosed south facing garden, with uninterrupted countryside views, accessed across a shared pathway, garden furniture, BBQ and chimenea provided
  • Electric and heating included
  • Travel cot available  
  • Highchair available  
  • Fireguards available
  • Lockable storage for bike and canoes
  • Friendly pub and shop less than a 5 minute walk away in the village
  • Vehicle access for loading / unloading with roadside parking less than a 5 minute walk away in the village
  • A landline is provided for essential calls as there is limited mobile phone signal at the cottage
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Linda Jones

This property is personally managed by Linda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Julie 22nd May 2026

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Cottage was well presented, spotless and lots of thoughtful touches on our arrival. Id encourage a thorough reading of the must know information on the website - the communal alley behind the row of cottages made it more difficult with dogs accessing the garden. The house is narrow and the garden is overlooked but despite the initial disappointmentRead more we really grew to enjoy our time in this cosy comfy cottage. Fine for a couple and dogs but may be a bit of a squash for a family. No parking was manageable as parking in the village a few minutes walk away. Stunning views from the back garden and bathroom! Peaceful village, and easy access to stunning walks. Hide

Reviewed by Vicki 12th May 2026

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We had a wonderful stay at Sarn cottage it felt like a home from home. The thoughtful welcome touches of milk, bread and Welsh cakes on arrival were much appreciated. The cottage itself was clean, comfortable and very well equipped. Communication from the owner was excellent throughout. We received a really comprehensive email the day before arRead morerival with all the information we needed, and there was also an incredibly thorough welcome pack at the cottage covering everything from local information to recommended walks. We also appreciated the personalised follow-up email afterwards, which felt genuinely thoughtful rather than just a generic message. The garden was fantastic, with beautiful views and a secure area for the dogs, although it is worth noting for fellow dog owners that the garden is accessed across a small shared path. With our three dogs this made late-night toilet trips a little trickier, but it certainly wouldnt put us off staying again. The village itself was lovely and very friendly everyone we met was welcoming. The location was also ideal: peaceful but still only a few miles from the A5, making it easy to reach Betws-y-Coed and other nearby places to explore. The only other small drawback was the lack of on-site parking, meaning we parked around a 5-minute walk away. However, we were able to get a space every day we were there, so it wasnt a major issue. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wouldnt hesitate to book again. A warm, comfortable cottage in a great location with thoughtful hosts and stunning views. Hide

Reviewed by Gemma 17th April 2026

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Sarn Cottage was like a home from home. The cottage is very cosy and is in a great location to explore the local area and beyond. The owners have also thought of everything you may need during your stay, which was really helpful. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Katy 2nd March 2026

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Reviewed by Maxine 24th February 2026

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The cottage had a wanderful view from the back garden which was a decent size from anyone with a dog and fully enclosed as a bonus, the stars as night were amazing to see, the cottage itself was well cared for and very homely and very clean the beds were very comfortable good mattresses and the log fires in the living area made the cottage very cosRead morey though we had the small one going and that was enough to keep the place warm and the logs supplied were enough for two nights. A lovely place. Hide

Reviewed by Romy 23rd January 2026

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Sarn Cottage was a lovely stay. The peaceful village setting, cosy stone cottage, and welcoming open plan living space made it feel instantly relaxing. The wood burner added great atmosphere in the evenings, and the well equipped kitchen had everything we needed. The bedrooms were comfortable and thoughtfully arranged, and the pet friendly garden wRead moreas a real bonus. Quiet, comfortable, and perfectly placed for exploring Snowdonia we would happily return. Hide

Reviewed by Evelien 28th December 2025

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Great place to stay. View of the hills, plenty of walks and pubs in the area. We were visiting with a family of 5 and the sharing of the bathroom was an issue but we managed. Definitely worth revisting.

Reviewed by Alison 27th October 2025

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We had the most wonderful time at Sarn cottage! Relaxing, cosy, picturesque and the cottage had everything we needed. Jeff was so hospitable, thank you for a memorable break. We will return!

Reviewed by Elizabeth 20th October 2025

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A lovely cottage in a peaceful location in this welcoming village tucked into the hills. Very comfortable and quiet and great to have some provisions awaiting us. Enclosed garden beautifully set up to enjoy the lovely view. Easy to pop down to the pub and the village shop. A great place to unwind!

Reviewed by Victoria 4th June 2025

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Lovely cottage, felt like a home from home. Enclosed garden was a big plus as we bought 3 dogs. Really convenient to get to be able to get to lots of different places to visit. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Jolene 31st May 2025

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Lovely, cozy cottage. Very well equipped. Owner has put a lot of effort into the information provided on the cottage and also the surrounding areas. Parking was a little tricky to find initially but was only a short walk once found. Great location for exploring the area.

Reviewed by Shirley 23rd May 2025

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We had a really lovely stay at the cottage, very cosy at night with the log burner. Very clean. The beds were very comfortable. We watched the birds feeding in the lovely garden, where we ate our breakfast and had drinks in the evening. The dogs enjoyed the garden too. The locals were so friendly. The owner kept in contact to ensure that we were haRead moreppy with everything. We highly recommend Sarn Cottage! Thank you Jeff for letting us stay. We'll be back! Hide

Reviewed by Sherenna 15th May 2025

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Lovely, clean and comfy cottage in the perfect location. The garden was a wonderful spot for relaxing and safe for our dog Nellie - who also loved it! Penmachno is a very friendly village with a great pub. Thanks for the goodies on arrival!

Reviewed by Hannes 12th April 2025

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Nice cosy house. The house is well equipped. The location is in a very calm village, walks from the door are possible. We would describe the house as a cosy place.

Reviewed by Julia 15th February 2025

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Beautiful Penmachno! And a perfect cottage. Wouldn't hesitate to book again.

Reviewed by Mandy 4th February 2025

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Such a beautiful cottage. In a fantastic location. The Cottage is equipped with everything you need. The location for me was perfect, all my walks (which was why I came) were within a 30 min drive. And the scenery is just breathtaking. The information folders provided at Sarn Cottage which included several walks that I did, I found invaluable.

Reviewed by Daniel 24th January 2025

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Immaculately clean, everything we needed for our stay was easy to find. A lovely quiet location with plenty to do in the local area. Cannot recommend enough, thank you.

Reviewed by Joy 20th January 2025

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On arrival we were very pleased with the cottage.lovly and warm.nice touches ..ie bread.jams.butter etc etc. Owner very helpfull on couple of quierys we had..nothing was too much trouble It was a little more remote than we thought it would be.but we found our way around...sat nav took us on few wild goose chases.lol..up a few very steep narrow rds.Read more..eek!. But all part of the fun exploring.scenery was amazing.would defo recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Wendy 20th October 2024

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Reviewed by Philippa 7th October 2024

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Reviewed by Lesley 13th September 2024

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Fabulous cottage been comming for a few years and we love it. Like home from home. So we'll kept and all you need for a fantastic holiday.

Reviewed by Louise 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Sandor 8th July 2024

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Compact and comfortable cottages with all necessary amenities for a family of 5 (+ dog). Kitchen is well stocked with pans, plates and utensils for your all of your vacation cooking.

Reviewed by Heidi 30th June 2024

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Reviewed by Michael 23rd June 2024

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Beautiful cottage in small friendly village. It has been thoughtfully decorated and equipped and we felt at home there. The cottage was very clean and we enjoyed the welcome pack. It is close to a shop and pub with lots to do nearby plus walks from the door. It was great to bring our 2 dogs and have a secure garden for them to play in. We very muchRead more enjoyed our stay. Hide

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.