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which align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council standards,
and their owner has made a commitment to look after our planet as well as you.
"Delighted with the accommodation - ideal for an extended family break."
Would recommend - grand children made the most of the facilities.
Reviewed by Christine5.0★Feb 2025
"Group of friends, we love coming here for our annual holiday!"
The main hot tub was unfortunately broken this year. It was a shame we didn't have the hot tub right next to the pool, but the owners gave us use of the hot tub at the empty adjacent property, which was a very reasonable solution. As always a brilliant weekend, and we've just booked again for next year.
Reviewed by Rachael5.0★Jan 2025
"This is the second time we have been to this property and as a family of 16 it ticks all the boxes !"
The pool and games room really add to the fun we have when we're all together and the surrounding area just tops it all off. Thank you
Reviewed by Dorothy5.0★Jan 2025
"Wonderful setting for a family celebration , enjoyed all the fabulous facilities in the beatific Manor House ."
The children loved the pool and games room also the zip wire . We need to come back to make use of the beautiful gardens in some better weather. The fire pit was enjoyed by us all .
Reviewed by Maggie5.0★Nov 2024
"A truly fantastic house."
Catered for three generations 3-70 comfortably. Plenty to do, never felt overcrowded for our party of 20. Well eqipped. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed by Ann5.0★Aug 2024
"Wonderful place to stay."
Great amenities. Clean and well maintained. Slight issue with a leak under the kitchen sink, however everything else was spot on.
Reviewed by Kate4.7★Jul 2024
"The property is outstanding and its why we returned for the 2nd year running."
Families comeback year after year and we know why.F&M chap was really helpful and nothing was to much bother. We are taking a break from North Wales next year but will be back. We loved playing pool and a little,investment in a new pool table would be the only thing we would like to see.
Reviewed by James4.4★Jun 2024
"Beautiful property, perfect for all the family!"
Reviewed by Maddison4.1★Apr 2024
"This was the most amazing week away for my family."
A fabulous house that afforded everybody fantastic bedrooms, some en suite with other bathrooms in very close proximity. We cooked in the fantastic kitchen and ate in the beautiful dining room. Kids especially loved the pool, sauna and hot tub even in the teaming rain the kids were in the covered hot tub which they loved. WE had fantastic times in the games room and have brought back lots of family memories. Outside grounds amazing and very private but within walking distance to local village .Just a fantastic house which suited all of our needs and we would definitely book again in a heartbeat.
Reviewed by Anne5.0★Mar 2024
"OMG what a fabulous property we have all had the best time kids have had a blast ..."
OMG what a fabulous property we have all had the best time kids have had a blast with the pool,hot tub,and games room we will definitely be coming back thank you once again
Reviewed by Deborah5.0★Feb 2024
"What a lovely house situated in an idyllic location, definitely would consider going again."
This was a bucket list to spend time with my family and it certainly ticked all boxes. Thank you. Yvonne.
Reviewed by Yvonne5.0★Jan 2024
"A beautiful house in a stunning location with the best facilities (especially when the weather wasn’t great) we made use of everything, the pool, hot tub and sauna."
We had lots of fun in the games room and had a fab evening around the fire pit toasting marshmallows. There are lots of lovely quaint villages and towns all within a short drive.
I would highly recommend and can honestly say this is the best UK holiday home we’ve ever stayed at. Many thanks.
Reviewed by Rebecca4.7★Oct 2023
"My husband and I have just spent a long weekend at Bryn Derwen with all our family and we have had the most amazing and special time."
We have never stayed at such a wonderful place before. It has kept us all, from 8 months old to 70 years old entertained. There were so many different, fun things to do here, we never needed to leave the property. We would love to go back. Very many thanks.
Reviewed by Sally5.0★Oct 2023
"Absolutely fabulous holiday."
4 families aged 1 to 63 & a great time had by all. Owners and maintenance man very helpful if needed. Kitchen equipped with everything you think you need and more!!!!
Beds soooooo comfortable.
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We are so glad to hear that you had a great stay with us. We hope to see you back at Bryn Derwen soon.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Mandy4.7★Jul 2023
"We stayed here for a week and what an amazing experience it was."
There were 17 of us in total plenty of space in the house that we were not on top of each other, kids loved the swimming pool beautiful views. We took part in the local zip wire which was fantastic. Plenty to do, we were out everyday, visits to Aber Falls, Chester Zoo, Llandudno even enjoyed roasted Marshmellows by the firepit. Would absolutely recommend the Manner House and would be looking to go back and stay again.
This was such a fantastic review for us to read. It's just a joy for us to hear that everyone had a great time here and the surrounding amenities. We cannot wait to have you stay back with us again.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Cherie5.0★Jun 2023
"Firstly communication with Skye’s local owners and especially Gordon man on site was brilliant."
We loved the property in such an amazing part of the country. We do feel that an inventory of property should be done and details updated. BBQ is gas not coal so that may afford bringing any unnecessary charcoal. There wasn’t a blender and we were very unsure about the rules for leaving as at the last minute we found what a covid sign in the dining room should this be removed?
That apart it is amazing and a great place to start the day or unwind after exploring.
So those pointed out only minor things that might be addressed but to us everything was amazing and by the third day had already booked for the same time next year. Thanks you
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review here with us at Bryn Derwen. We take every bit of feedback and like to respond accordingly to our guests. In this instance, we will look into what can be done regarding the property details for future bookings. We are so glad that you had a great stay with us and look forward to seeing you back next year.
Property Owner
Reviewed by James4.4★Jun 2023
"Stayed here with family and friends over the weekend."
The house is as pictured and has amazing outdoor facilities such as pool , hot tub and sauna . The hot tub was a lovely touch but had some wear and tear , for example one of the head rest kept falling off . However the maintenance guy comes and shows you how to use everything and apologised for this.
This house is amazing and I wouldn’t hesitate to book we had the best weekend ! Check in nude and easy and quick correspondence from owners who are available if you need anything during gory stay . Thanks so much !
We thank you for your feedback, it is all of it, appreciated by us. We will look into the issues raised here and make sure to rectify them for any future stays. It would be fantastic to have you come back and stay with us again.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Rachel4.7★Apr 2023
"We had the most fantastic holiday in Bryn Derwen!"
The house is amazing and in the perfect location for exploring North Wales. The manor house is so comfortable and has everything you need. We cooked every evening and enjoyed meals inside and outside in the sunshine (we were very lucky weather wise for April). The games room, hot tub and pool provided hours of additional entertainment for 3 generations of our family. We would highly recommend and hope to be back soon!
This is a beautiful piece of feedback for us to have the pleasure of reading. Thank you so much for your comments, we make sure to read through all of our guests' reviews as they are very important to us. It would be fantastic to have you come stay with us again at Bryn Derwen.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Emma5.0★Apr 2023
"Brilliant location and on site fascilities."
Great base to use to discover North Wales. Equally if weather not great, plenty to do on site. Would recommend for a large family or group of friends.
Reviewed by David5.0★Mar 2023
"Absolutely wonderful Manor House , loved and enjoyed by us all, age range 10-80 ,sauna and hot tub were my highlights , that hidden games room provided great entertainment too, superb location especially if you love mountains and beautiful beaches ."
Very comfortable, just loved it all !
Reviewed by Penny5.0★Mar 2023
"This was everything we could wish for."
We had four generations together for a 60th birthday. Plenty of space for everyone. So much room and things to do for all of us. And the views from the windows. Especially with snow on the mountains. Everything you needed even on a cold or wet day. Would love to come back again one day.
Reviewed by Damon5.0★Mar 2023
"Really great stay as always."
The only thing is a couple of the group have come back with quite a savage bacterial skin infection which apparently comes from hot tub bacteria, so possibly some extra deep cleaning needed? Apart from that everything was fab! New hot tub was great for accommodating a large group, and really happy to see the dining chair upgrade which allowed us to seat 23 round the table (we also had the lodge booked for the weekend so we were a huge group!). Many thanks, it's our annual treat, see you next year!
Reviewed by Rachael4.4★Jan 2023
"We had an absolutely magical weekend, the property was beautiful and exceeded expectations."
Thanks so much
Reviewed by Nichola5.0★Dec 2022
"Wow. Bryn Derwen was absolutely faultless."
We loved our stay at the estate. The grounds are unbelievable and the property itself is absolutely spotless. It is decorated and maintained to such a high standard and the owners have thought of everything you need to stay for the week. Plenty of bathrooms, two fridges, two dishwashers and the rooms are all huge! The grounds, pool, sauna and hot tubs are impeccable and it was lovely to see the grounds keeper daily. Huge firepit was a hit. Plenty of outdoor seating, swings, football pitch and loads of outdoor space. Honestly it was an absolutely beautiful property and the owners were amazing!! They left us to it for the week and ensured we had everything we needed. Best holiday we have ever had. Would go back in a heartbeat.
Reviewed by Louise5.0★Jul 2022
"Absolutely loved Bryn Derwen!"
Fantastic facilities, great location and lots of space to enjoy each others company and to hide away too! The outdoor kitchen/bbq was a big hit with us! The only suggestion I would have is to put some more non slip mats near the pool and hot tub area.
Reviewed by Lisa4.7★Jul 2022
"The house was fantastic- even better in real-life than the pictures."
It was lovely and clean. The hidden games room was bigger than it looked on the photo - we had a great night playing cards. The pool was lovely. We spent a weekend there and there was no need to go anywhere, the house had all we needed.
On the Saturday night, we had an evening dress night with a local chef catering for us who we all thought was fantastic and would highly recommend- Dai Chef- and the dinning room was a beautiful setting.
We couldn’t have wished for a nicer place to stay. The kettle did die on us but a new one was swifty delivered to us. We all would highly recommend the house. If we had anything that we could add, we missed having a gas bbq in the outdoor kitchen rather than the charcoal one, just for convenience. The house was a setting for a lovely chilled weekend- the only downside was none of us wanted to leave lol!
Reviewed by Jane5.0★Mar 2022
"A wonderful stay at Bryn Derwen."
We booked as a group of 7 couples due to the location which was perfect for climbing Snowdon and for Velocity. The house and gardens are like staying in your own boutique hotel. The sauna, hot tub and pool were a treat. The house was immaculate. You really need longer than 3 days there to fully enjoy the house and to visit surrounding areas.
Reviewed by Ericka5.0★Mar 2022
"Had a great weekend with the family."
Clean, great facilities, lovely location. would highly recommend
Reviewed by Brian5.0★Feb 2022
"A fantastic place with amazing facilities."
We had 20 guests all of which had a great stay over 5 nights. We would highly recommend. Lots to do across all ages.
Reviewed by Darren5.0★Feb 2022
"The house was fabulous, just like the last time we came."
The main feedback I have is the same thing I suggested last time - for a property that sleeps 20 it would be nice to be able to fit 20 around the main dining table. The table is more than big enough, but there aren't enough chairs. Six fold out chairs could be easily stashed in the utility room (or anywhere else, the place is enormous!) and then everyone would be comfortable for big group dinners.
Everything else was perfect - immaculately clean and luxurious, comfortable beds, lovely caretaker to show us around, great kitchen facilities. We were disappointed to discover on arrival that the sauna wasn't working but of course we understand that sometimes things go wrong and can't be fixed instantly. The pool and hot tub more than made up for it. THANK YOU for a wonderful stay. We're about to book for next year too.
Reviewed by Rachael5.0★Jan 2022
"Bryn Derwen was everything we wanted it to be, we booked for a special occasion and we enjoyed every moment."
The pool, sauna and outside facilities were excellent, the bedrooms comfortable and spacious. It had quirks that you expect from an old house but that only added to the charm.
Reviewed by Christine5.0★Sep 2021
"Me and my family had a brilliant time."
Beautiful place to stay will book again.
Reviewed by Razmin5.0★Aug 2021
"The property is brilliant."
Enough space and plenty to do within the property and perfect location to stay in north wales.
Reviewed by Sabin5.0★Aug 2020
"We were made to feel extremely welcome facilities were fantastic a great manor house and grounds for all the family to relax and enjoy, Gordon was very helpful and considerate of our needs and nothing was to much trouble if we needed anything."
We would definitely recommend Bryn Derwen to family and friends can't wait to come back.
Reviewed by Christine5.0★Aug 2020
"The Holiday house was excellent with everything we needed."
Reviewed by Martin5.0★Aug 2020
"This property is outstanding."
Surpassed all my expectations. Very clean, excellent facilities and the games room hidden behind a bookcase was a fantastic feature. I would highly recommend this property!
Reviewed by Rachel5.0★Mar 2020
"FANTASTIC property."
Went with 18 friends, and with 6 communal living areas plus oodles of outside space you never feel on top of each other. Swimming pool and hot tub are incredible and were in use most of the weekend. It's like having your own hotel. The photos really don't show the full vastness and comfort of the property, it really is amazing.
Only improvement I would suggest is that a house that sleeps 20 should also seat 20 at the dining table. We managed to get the 18 of us round the table by moving the kitchen bench in, but a set of six fold up chairs (could easily be stacked in the utility room) would solve the problem. Other than that, perfection! Thanks for a lovely stay, we are rebooking for next year.
Reviewed by Rachael5.0★Feb 2020
"What an amazing place to stay, comfortable living, easy access to all areas, very clean and the groundsman was very polite and helpful."
The owner Elaine was also very friendly and was always and hand if needed to be contacted.
We would 100% recommend this oasis in beautiful wales should you be thinking of somewhere to stay.
Reviewed by Gareth5.0★Jan 2020
"We were absolutely delighted with Bryn Derwen Manor House."
The photographs on the website do not do the property justice. There was lots of space both indoors and outdoors and the views were amazing. The heated outdoor pool was a big hit with our party, as was the hot tub and the ‘secret’ games room. The property was beautiful and clean. Bedrooms were huge and beds were comfortable. The surrounding grounds were brilliant for the children and dogs to play in. The kitchen was a lovely ‘communal’ area and had ample cookers, crockery and utensils. The wood burner in the conservatory was cosy. The only teeny tiny criticism would be that there was not a brush or dustpan and brush just to tidy up any ‘spillages’. All in all a really beautiful house.
Reviewed by Bev5.0★Nov 2019
"Fantastic house went for my 30th birthday and everyone loved it!"
Everything of a high quality and we will be going again! So much to do and a huge amount if space for everyone.
Reviewed by Corin5.0★Oct 2019
"We had an amazing family holiday at Bryn Derwen Manor House."
The location is beautiful and we couldn’t have asked for better facilities. We highly recommend staying at this property.
Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Sep 2019
"Everything and more that we needed and expected, we had a family ranging from 1 yr old to an 82 yrs old in a wheelchair it was absolutely amazing , and the views , surrounding area was breathtaking ."
We all had a fantastic time x
Reviewed by Angela5.0★Aug 2019
"We had an amazing holiday at Bryn Derwen."
Everyone was so impressed with the house. would definitely visit again in the future.
Reviewed by Jayne5.0★May 2019
"Great place plenty of room
Loved the big dining room and kitchen, bedrooms spacious, lounges very confortable, plenty of outdoor spaces foe kids to play."
Great outdoor kitchen foe bbq,s etc loved rhe hottub.
Could not fault it would recommend it to anyone
Reviewed by Norma5.0★May 2019
"We were absolutely blown away by the Manor House in Bethesda."
It was even better than it looked in the photos. Very high standard of cleanliness, plenty of basics such as loo roll, dishwasher tablets, tea and coffee etc. The groundskeeper who let us in was extremely welcoming and helpful. We would definitely stay again.
Reviewed by Jennifer5.0★May 2019
"Bryn Derwen is stunning; there is so much communal space (indoors and outdoors) that we didn't have enough time to enjoy them all!"
It is furnished beautifully and spotlessly clean. The owners and Gordon, were fantastic when we had one problem and they even exceeded expectations by going above and beyond. We felt completely at home and would have loved to have stayed longer. Thank you again!
Reviewed by Alicia5.0★Mar 2019
"The house was just amazing!"
! We had such a brilliant time there. Plenty of space for us all and all the bits and pieces we could need to have a wonderful weekend away. The dining room is beautiful and the views spectacular. We were so sad to leave!
Reviewed by Katie5.0★Mar 2019
"Everything about our stay was fantastic, there was 18 girls that stayed from the ages of 12 to 74 for a HEN DO
The house had everything we needed and was very well equipped with some lovely touches the décor was beautiful with wow factors in every room including the secret room xx
The house the gardens and the village we soo pretty I can wait to go back !"
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Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Nov 2018
"This house was amazing!"
There was 18 of us in our family and it provided everything we needed and more. It completely exceeded our expectations - it was very clean, very comfortable. The children loved the secret games room and the hot tub. The barbecue patio area and courtyard were beautiful. The handyman was always on hand whenever we needed as was most helpful. The location was central to all the places we had planned to visit - Zip-world, Snowdonia, beaches and walks. The information booklet was fantastically comprehensive, including some very useful numbers and recommended places to visit. There was also lots of blackberry bushes in the garden, that the children enjoyed eating! We would definitely recommend this house to our friends and family. We made some great memories and didn't want to leave - thank you so much!
Seven bedrooms: 2 x first floor super king-size with Jack and Jill en-suite,
2 x first floor super king-size, 1 x ground floor super king-size, 1 x first floor family room with two doubles, 1 x first floor family room with 2 x triple bunks
Family bathroom with Jacuzzi, walk-in shower, basin and WC
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen
Dining room
Utility
Ground floor sitting room with open fire.
First floor sitting room
Sun room
Games room with pool table, dart board, fussball table and blackjack table
Snug
Outdoot Hot Tub
Eco central heating with wood burner
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WIFI, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Ample parking
Enclosed garden with raised terrace and patio with furniture, hot tub, fire pit private heated outdoor swimming pool and Sauna
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 15 mins and pub 2 mins walk
Please note: Due to the location of the property, a car is highly recommended
Please note: This property does not accept hen, stag or similar
2 high chairs and 2 travel cots will be in the property
Guests will need to bring their own cot linen and mattresses.
Note: Sorry, this property cannot accept a Sunday check in
Please note - Strictly no fireworks.
The property
This charming detached manor house is situated in acres of shared grounds, surrounded by woodland in the small town of Bethesda.
Whatever the time of year, this retreat is a breathe of fresh air for families and friends to enjoy.
Wander into the entrance hallway, boasting a twisted staircase and oozing with charm.
A dining area is beautifully decorated and ideal for the whole family to socialise in the evening.
Past the utility and cloakroom, you will be welcomed by a traditionally styled kitchen, home to a dining table and old church pews.
After those home cooked meals, rest in the light and airy sun room, elevated by ceiling beams and a log burner.
Not forgetting the secret bookcase door which leads to a fun-filled games room!
A sitting room is perfect for relaxing in the evening, next to an open fire, with plenty of room to play those family board games.
For an extra touch, a snug boasts a corner sofa so you can escape into your own world amongst the peace and quiet.
On this floor you will also find a super king-size bedroom and a well appointed shower room.
With more to see, the first floor hosts four well presented super king-size bedrooms; two complete with an en-suite.
You will be spoilt for choice, with each room equally promising a peaceful nights sleep.
If you are looking for somewhere to house the children, a family room holds two double beds, and another boasts triple bunks for your convenience.
A stunning family bathroom is tied together with a Jacuzzi and exposed beams for all to benefit from.
Finally, the gallery style lounge overlooks the kitchen below and is a signature feature of the cottage, with a games console for the kids to play.
On a free afternoon you can make the most of the enclosed garden, where you can cosy up by the fire pit and enjoy the rural location or relax in the hot tub.
The village of Bethesda offers a selection of shops and amenities, in particular a number of chapels and pubs.
The beautiful mountainous scenery of Snowdonia border the village and Capel Curig, just ten miles away, is a popular centre for walking, climbing and mountain biking.
There is much to explore in and around this picturesque location.
Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 921922 & 1020489, together they can sleep up to 36 people.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.
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Where you’ll be staying
BETHESDA
Bangor 6 miles; Caernarfon 10 miles.
Bethesda is a small town settled beside the River Ogwen in North Wales. Situated on the A5 between Bangor and the Snowdonia National Park, Bethesda was once a busy slate quarrying town and nowadays offers a good selection of shops and other amenities, in particular a number of chapels and pubs. The beautiful mountainous scenery of Snowdonia borders Bethesda, with the Lôn Las Ogwen cycling and walking paths skirting past. For the more adventurous, why not visit Zip World in Bethesda which is known for having Europe’s fastest and longest zip line. Capel Curig, just ten miles away, is a popular centre for walking, climbing and mountain biking, whilst Llanberis is situated at the foot of Mount Snowdon and is home to the Snowdon Mountain Railway and the National Slate Museum. Cwm Idwal is also a wonderful spot to visit, situated in northern Snowdonia – Darwin came to study the area and found tiny fossils of oceanic plant life and sea creatures in the boulders and rocks. The coastal town of Caernarfon is just a short drive away as is the beautiful Isle of Anglesey and the Anglesey Coastal Path. Visitors to the area can also explore the castles of Caernarfon and Beaumaris and the NT stately homes of Penrhyn Castle and Plas Newydd Country House and Gardens. Spend the day at one of the many traditional seaside resorts, or discover the isolated, hidden beaches on Anglesey, much of which is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With spectacular scenery on the doorstep, wonderful wildlife with buzzards soaring overhead and the occasional Peregrine Falcon to be seen, and many exciting outdoor adventures to discover nearby, Bethesda is superbly located for enjoying both the coast and the countryside of stunning North Wales.
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