Llangollen Vacation cottage rental with internet access, walking, fireplace and TV

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  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Child friendly
  • Car essential
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

A family run self catering accommodation situated in the heart of The North Wales Clwydian Range and Dee Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) suitable for both couples and families of all ages. 2 Bedrooms to accommodate 4 persons with a large enclosed garden featuring a 20m zip wire prefect for keeping the kids occupied. Set within a 57 acre Registered Historic Parkland (CADW/English Heritage) and only 2 miles from Coed Llandegla Mountain Bike Centre which makes it an ideal location for the biking enthusiast. Sorry no pets.

1 hours drive from Liverpool and Manchester airports and 20 minutes drive from the historic towns of Llangollen and Ruthin.

Ancestral home of the Yale family, with noted member Elihu Yale born 1649 who helped establish a University in America which became Yale University. The East wing of this Grade II Listed Historic Manor-house was renovated into a self catering property accommodating 4 people. Young families particularly welcome with cot, stair-gates and high chair all available on request.

East wing of a Grade II Listed Historic Manor-house was renovated into a self catering property accommodating 4 people. Young families particularly welcome with cot, stair-gates and high chair all available on request.

Accommodation;

Downstairs - direct access onto a large child-friendly enclosed garden with panoramic mountain views and garden furniture.

Kitchen, with dining table - fully equipped to ensure ease of catering, including a dishwasher, microwave, electric cooker, fridge, slim chest freezer, washing machine/dryer, ironing facilities, Dualit Expresso machine, cafetiere and toaster, etc. Tea towels and dishcloths are supplied.

Sitting room - Free-standing oil stove, Satellite TV (freesat) with Samsung Internet TV (Netflix subscription included). Two double sofas. iPod docking station. DAB radio. WiFi (av speed 4.5Mb/s)

Downstairs Cloakroom with WC

Upstairs:

Bathroom: Double ended bath (taps in the middle) chrome mixer power shower over bath. Wash hand basin and WC (personal towels are supplied)

2 Bedrooms - 1st bedroom with a king size bed, 2nd bedroom with two single beds (3.25m by 3.55m). Due to the old character of the house, the bedrooms on the 1st floor are inter-linked; it is necessary to go through the bedroom with the king size bed to reach the bedroom with the 2 singles. All beds are Laura Ashley Victorian style and are already made up on your arrival with polycotton sheets and covers for the duvets.

The 1st bedroom has a 32" wide wall mounted flat screen TV

Highchair & Wooden cot (new April 2015) available - please let us know beforehand

Outside

Large private garden with Summerhouse (new 2017) and decking. Zip wire swing within shadier part of garden, which is all enclosed. (no ponds or river near garden)

Chester only 18 miles, Llangollen 8 miles, we are easily accessible, yet you will be entering a different land with the Llantysilio Mountain range (AONB) on our doorstep - a site of special scientific interest, is a haven for nature lovers and historians.

A new mountain bike centre opened in Llandegla Forest - 2 miles away - see our for a link to their site. Coed Llandegla accommodation.

As a VisitWales 4 Star property, you are assured of well equipped accommodation with beds made up, electricity and heating, all included. With full central heating to provide warmth and comfort, tasteful furnishings, period décor, free-sat television, books and games, your stay at Plas yn ial will be enjoyable and relaxing.

Prices are all inclusive; we do not charge extra for bed linen, electricity or heating. We provide many of the basics you require for your holiday such as washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, toilet rolls, salt, pepper, tea, sugar. If you need anything else just let us know and we can arrange it for you.

Top 10 things to see & do whilst at Plas yn ial

1. Walk along the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct nr Llangollen - a World Heritage Site (25mins drive)

2. Visit Chirk Castle (National Trust) - the Kids will love the spiral staircases and dungeon - (25mins drive)

3. Visit Erddig (National Trust) – Like ‘Downton Abbey’ you get to see the servants quarters

4. Cycle the 'Black run' at the Llandegla Mountain bike centre (5 mins drive away – you can hire bikes there too

5. Walk the roman city walls of the City of Chester (40mins away)

6. Go to Ruthin to see 3 new attractions; the Goal, the Craft Centre and Nant-Clwyd House (20mins away)

7. Walk to the highest field at Plas yn ial for a stunning view of the Vale of Clwyd and the sea

8. Spend a whole day at Chester Zoo (45mins away) Full day required

9. Dine at the Corn Mill, Llangollen, which has a decking on the River Dee;....stand on the bridge and look upstream to see the Mill

10. Visit the Horseshoe falls just beyond Abbey Cruises Abbey – follow the Brown tourist signs. This is where Thomas Telford syphoned water from the River Dee to create the Shropshire union canal.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Queen Bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 Twin beds
  • 1 Family bathroom

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • Crib
  • High chair

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Mountain Views
  • Private garden
  • Swing set
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Staffed property
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Interaction with guest

Bilingual hosts. If you have any needs or questions we more than willing to assist, but also respect guests privacy History of the House and the 'Yale' connection Plas yn Yale is the ancestral home of the Yale family. A notable members of the family include Linus Yale who in 1840 began designing and manufacturing a series of bank locks in America, which developed into the World renowned 'Yale Lock' company manufacturing locks and security systems. The house is also known by its Welsh name Plas yn iâl: translated ‘Hall in iâl’ The house is situated in the iâl valley; iâl means fertile in Welsh and is pronounced ‘yal’. During the Conquest of Wales by Edward I, Iâl was taken very early on and added to the county of Shrops
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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

Partial refund

50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.

25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

No refund

No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Check in: 15:00 Check out: 11:00
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Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

House rules

Guest are free to explore the 200 acres on the farm and to walk to the highest point on the farm. We ask guest to keep out of the farm buildings.

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About the owner

Huw B.
Average reply time:
23 minutes

Calendar last updated:
29 Mar 2024

Years listed:
13

Languages spoken: English
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Roving681111

Relaxing
Oct 2022

Friendly Hosts The cottage was spacious clean and very comfortable had everything and more that we needed for our stay. Very relaxing place. we went with our grandchildren who loved the outdoor space… More 

1 Nov 2022

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Robert A

Wonderful house with spectacular views
Aug 2021

Wonderful peaceful location.The house was absolutely spotless! Huw and Bethan were perfect hosts. They really have thought of everything you can possibly require! They live close by and are always on … More 

7 Sep 2021

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Sumra K
London, United Kingdom

Serene views, peaceful place!
Nov 2019

Four nights in this very homely space, thoughtful hosting, all amenities clearly labelled and easy to use. Great base for walks, plenty to do within 15mins vicinity. Loved by kids, town close enough f… More 

8 Jan 2020

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Alex190328
Valletta, Malta

Plas yn Yale stay
Sep 2019

Well situated cottage and very friendly owners. Lodging is clean and met all our needs. Lovely surroundings and excellent amenities. The footage gas all required amenities as is close to wonderful Lla… More 

23 Sep 2019

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AmyK7781
Manchester, United Kingdom

Excellent
Oct 2018

We had a lovely weekend staying at Plas y ail. The view is beautiful. The house is very clean and well equipped. Our children loved playing in the garden and they enjoyed all of the toys in the house.

14 Oct 2018

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Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Huw (the owner) a message.

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