Gwenoldy, Coed y Mynydd Isaf, Afonwen, Mold, Flintshire ,Wales (Borderlands, Wales, North East Wales, North Wales, Chester, Denbigh, Clwydian Hills, Clwyd, Flintshire, Conwy)

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Gwenoldy

Gwenoldy, Coed y Mynydd Isaf, Afonwen, Mold, Flintshire, Wales

Lambs bleat, bright healthy hens peck, a fabulous glossy peacock struts and swallows swoop – indeed, Gwenoldy means 'Swallows Rest'. Take in the rural bustle and heavenly views of the Clwydian hills before stepping through French windows into this converted 18th-century barn. A spotless country kitchen greets you: cheery blue and terracotta tiles, a good-sized dining table, soft lighting and all the little luxuries of modern life. The living room is appealing too, with its honey-coloured oak floors, big comfy chairs and wood-burning stove (logs on the house). Games, books, maps and jigsaws invite you to relax. Upstairs, the light double room has prettily embroidered fresh white bed linen and bags of cupboard space. Old beams and primrose walls give the twin a cosy, attic feel. The bathroom is spotless and countrified like the rest of the house – admire the view as you polish your pegs! Your pretty, hedged garden (safe for young children) has a patio and gas-barbie, rolling field and moorland views. The walking here is fabulous (Offa's Dyke is less than a mile away) and there are maps and leaflets in the Old Bakehouse opposite – brilliant. Little ones have egg-collecting, a swing, football goal and a tame peacock to amuse. Deeply secluded, yet it's no distance to Chester, Snowdonia and some magnificent castles.

No dogs.

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Posted: Sunday, December 13, 2009

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Gwenoldy

Contact: Elizabeth Musgrave

Tel: +44 (0)1352 720140
Sleeps: 4
Rooms: 1 double; 1 twin; bathroom
Price: £345 – £555. 2009 prices held for 2010
Closed: Never.

Children are positively welcomed, with no age restrictions, but cots, high chairs etc are not necessarily available.

Wireless internet access available for guests.

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Dishwasher
Electricity included
Washing machine
Microwave oven
Central heating
Mobile reception
Television
BBQ
Beach within 3 miles
Cooked meals available
Restaurant nearby
Short breaks possible
Extra bed/cot available
Shop within 3 miles

Points of interest

A comfortable cottage full of character in a quiet, peaceful location.
Breathtaking views of the rolling hills of the Clwydian range.
Conveniently located for picturesque country estates, National Trust properties & some great gardens.
Splendid food & real ales in nearby pubs.
Just 10 miles away from beautiful beaches & fascinating coastal resorts.
Well equipped with central heating and woodburner - you'll always be cosy.

This information is provided by owners and is not endorsed by ASP. If you have questions about it, please contact the owners.

Roses around the main entrance

Twin bedroom with original king truss

Plenty of room to relax

The cottage garden

Photo captions have been written by the owner or management of Gwenoldy and are not verified or endorsed by ASP.

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: Children of all ages are welcome. Cots, highchairs, etc, are not necessarily available.
: Guests’ pets can sleep in the bedroom (not on the bed).
: Working farm or vineyard.
: Wireless internet access available for guests.
: No smoking anywhere in the property.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible for wheelchair users. Phone for details.
: Tennis court on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Credit cards accepted, most commonly Visa and MasterCard.
: Bikes on the premises to hire or borrow.
: Swimming pool on the premises; use may be by arrangement.
: Within 10 miles of a bus/coach/train station and owner can arrange collection.
: At least one bedroom and bathroom accessible without steps.