Snowdonia is an immense area of north west Wales and you’d be forgiven for thinking you’d wandered into Middle Earth or Westeros; huge rocky mountains, wild woodlands, deep glacial lakes, remote farmsteads and fast-running rivers make up this stunning national park – not to mention incredible wildlife too.

Although there’s a huge focus on The Great Outdoors with hiking, climbing, horse riding, canoeing, caving just a few things on the menu, there’s lots of other things to do too. From exploring the pretty seaside and country villages (stopping off for a traditional pub lunch) to long, picturesque train rides up mountains and through the countryside, there’s something to suit everyone. 

Whether you are visiting for the first time or the fiftieth, there will be plenty of reasons to fall deeper in love with this stunning area. And, with our carefully selected collection of luxury self-catering cottages, you’ll have somewhere perfect to come home to – bliss!

North Wales is a hidden gem when it comes to food; whether it’s pub grub, cosy cafés or fine dining you’ll have plenty of choice. For post-hike pick-me-ups, nothing will beat nabbing a fireside pew at one of the local pubs. One of the most wonderfully rustic taverns in Snowdonia, the Pen y Gwryd is a long-established British mountaineer’s haunt covered in climbing insignia and well worth a visit. Another great option is Faenol Arms in Nant Peris, an atmospheric tavern that again plays homage to the area’s mountaineering greats and serves up a mean selection of ciders and single malts.

When you want to cook in your luxury self-catering cottage the incredible choice of local produce will fill culinary types with glee. From saltmarsh lamb and Welsh Black beef to artisan farmhouse cheeses and tasty bakery goodies, there’s plenty to choose from – which is an excellent job too, for after all that exploring and adventuring, you’ll have worked up a good appetite! 

From abseiling to zip-wiring, if you’re mad for outdoor adventuring you’ll not find a better place to find adrenaline-pumping fun than Snowdonia. With mountains, caves, lakes and coast to contend with, there’s something for everyone amongst the 840 square miles of this magnificent National Park. If you’re after something a little more sedate, fishing and golf opportunities are plentiful, whilst some of the most picturesque train rides in the UK can be taken throughout Snowdonia’s astonishing countryside – including up Snowdon itself.

For those who like to partake in a spot of retail therapy, Snowdonia is home to many craftspeople, unique shops and designers creating one-of-a-kind products – a real escape from the usual high street fare. Not just frequented by pink-toed visitors, wildlife lovers will just adore exploring the various sanctuaries, estuaries, woodland and mountains near to our luxury self-catering cottages in search of the flora and fauna that live there, such as mountain hare, water deer and wildcat.