Gwel Y Fenai in Y Felinheli | Must-See Gwynedd Hot Tub Cottage

About Gwel Y Fenai

Gwel Y Fenai is a stunning converted barn in Gwynedd, North Wales. This two-bedroom beauty sits on the outskirts of Y Felinheli with jaw-dropping panoramic views across the Menai Strait. The property combines rustic charm with modern comforts in a peaceful farm setting. Want to watch stars from a bubbling hot tub while sheep gossip in the background? This is your spot.

Located between historic Caernarfon and Bangor, you're perfectly positioned to explore the best of North Wales. The area offers fantastic walking opportunities with beaches just 1.1 miles away. Snowdonia National Park is right on your doorstep with its mountains begging to be climbed. After a day of Welsh adventures, nothing beats returning to soak those tired muscles in your private hot tub while watching the sunset over the water.

The accommodation features an open-plan living area downstairs with a well-equipped kitchen, dining space for six and comfortable seating around a Smart TV. Upstairs you'll find a king-size bedroom and a family room with both king-size and single beds - perfect for that friend who snores like a dragon. The ground-floor bathroom includes a bath with shower over.

Nearby attractions include Caernarfon Castle (5 miles, 15 minutes), the National Slate Museum (8 miles, 20 minutes), GreenWood Family Park (4 miles, 10 minutes) and Moel Y Don beach (1.1 miles, 5 minutes). Each offers a different taste of Welsh heritage and fun.

Gwel Y Fenai is ideal for families or friends seeking peaceful seclusion with easy access to activities. The enclosed garden with hot tub seals the deal. Who doesn't want to sip wine while gazing at stars from warm bubbling water?

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Need To Know

✓Ground source heating
✓ Oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle, toaster
✓ Smart TV and WiFi
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Travel cot and stairgate, high chair available on request
✓ Off-road parking for 2 cars
✓ Enclosed rear garden with gravel, hot tub and picnic bench
✓ Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓ Sorry, no smoking
✓ Shop 1.5 miles, pub 1.6 miles
✓ beach pavilion 1.1 miles
✓ 2 well behaved dogs welcome £30 per dog per stay

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Gwel Y Fenai

Stunning Views

Panoramic vistas across the Menai Strait from your hot tub. Several guests mentioned watching amazing sunsets over the water.

Hot Tub Experience

The private hot tub is a huge hit. Perfect for stargazing at night or relaxing after exploring the local area.

Perfect Location

Situated between Caernarfon and Anglesey, making it ideal for exploring North Wales while enjoying peaceful countryside surroundings.

Comfortable Living Space

Open-plan living area with comfortable seating and beds. Guests repeatedly mentioned how cosy and well-laid-out the property is.

Helpful Owners

Farm owners are friendly and available if needed. Several guests mentioned pleasant interactions and appreciated their local knowledge.

Family-Friendly

Great for families with children who loved the hot tub and outdoor space. Travel cot, stairgate and highchair available.

Getting To Gwel Y Fenai

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Gwel Y Fenai by car, follow directions to Y Felinheli on the A487 between Caernarfon and Bangor. The property is located on the outskirts of the village with specific directions provided after booking. Note that the driveway is on a hill.

By Train

For rail travellers, Bangor is the nearest station, approximately 5 miles from the property. From there, you'll need to take a taxi to complete your journey to Y Felinheli and the cottage.

Off-road parking for two cars

Bangor station (5 miles)

Accessible from the A487

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Caernarfon Castle

Distance: 5 miles

LL55 2AY

National Slate Museum

Distance: 8 miles

LL55 4TY

GreenWood Family Park

Distance: 4 miles

LL55 3AD

Moel Y Don Beach Walk

Distance: 1.1 miles

LL56 4JR

Menai Strait Coastal Path

Distance: 1.5 miles

LL56 4JN

Snowdonia National Park Trails

Distance: 10 miles

LL55 4UL

Y Felinheli Local Shop

Distance: 1.5 miles

LL56 4JN

Caernarfon Town Centre

Distance: 5 miles

LL55 1SH

Bangor High Street

Distance: 5 miles

LL57 1NW

Local Bus Service

Distance: 1.5 miles

LL56 4JN

Bangor Train Station

Distance: 5 miles

LL57 1LZ

Taxi Services from Bangor

Distance: 5 miles

LL57 1LZ

Caernarfon Castle

Distance: 5 miles

LL55 2AY

National Slate Museum

Distance: 8 miles

LL55 4TY

GreenWood Family Park

Distance: 4 miles

LL55 3AD

Moel Y Don Beach Walk

Distance: 1.1 miles

LL56 4JR

Menai Strait Coastal Path

Distance: 1.5 miles

LL56 4JN

Snowdonia National Park Trails

Distance: 10 miles

LL55 4UL

Y Felinheli Local Shop

Distance: 1.5 miles

LL56 4JN

Caernarfon Town Centre

Distance: 5 miles

LL55 1SH

Bangor High Street

Distance: 5 miles

LL57 1NW

Local Bus Service

Distance: 1.5 miles

LL56 4JN

Bangor Train Station

Distance: 5 miles

LL57 1LZ

Taxi Services from Bangor

Distance: 5 miles

LL57 1LZ

Is Gwel Y Fenai Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Kids love Gwel Y Fenai! The hot tub is a massive hit with younger guests. Just 4 miles away, GreenWood Family Park offers rides, play areas and activities. The National Slate Museum (8 miles) runs hands-on workshops. Nearby beaches are perfect for sandcastle building and the enclosed garden gives them space to play safely. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available.

For Couples

Gwel Y Fenai offers couples a romantic Welsh escape. The private hot tub with panoramic Menai Strait views is perfect for evening stargazing with a glass of wine. The king-size bedroom ensures comfort, while the open-plan living space creates a cosy atmosphere. Nearby beaches offer romantic walks and Caernarfon's restaurants provide intimate dining options just 5 miles away.

Pet Friendly

Gwel Y Fenai welcomes two well-behaved pets. The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor space for dogs to explore. Just 1.1 miles away, Moel Y Don beach allows for sandy paw adventures. The Menai Strait coastal path offers excellent walking routes. Local pubs are dog-friendly and the property's ground-floor layout is convenient for pet owners.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Gwel Y Fenai

The Garddfon Inn

Located 1.6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL56 4JX

Swellies Beach Cafe

Located 1.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL56 4JN

The Antelope Inn

Located 4.8 miles from your accommodation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Gwel Y Fenai

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Gwel Y Fenai features a private hot tub in the enclosed garden area. Many guests highlight this as a favourite feature, especially for enjoying the panoramic views across the Menai Strait and stargazing in the evenings.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, the property welcomes two well-behaved pets. The enclosed garden provides a safe outdoor space for your dogs and the nearby coastal areas offer excellent walking opportunities.

How many people can stay at Gwel Y Fenai?

The cottage sleeps up to 5 people. It has two bedrooms - one with a king-size bed and a family room with both a king-size bed and a single bed.

What amenities are provided in the kitchen?

The kitchen is equipped with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, kettle and toaster. Some guests have noted certain small items might be missing, but the basics are well covered.

Is there parking available?

Yes, there is off-road parking for two cars. Some guests have mentioned the driveway is on a hill with wooden edging at the top that requires careful navigation.

Are towels and bed linen provided?

Yes, all bed linen and towels are included in your stay. You don't need to bring your own unless you prefer to.

Is the property suitable for young children?

Yes, the cottage is family-friendly with equipment including a travel cot, stairgate and high chair available. The enclosed garden provides a safe outdoor space for children to play.

How far are local amenities?

The nearest shop is 1.5 miles away, the closest pub is 1.6 miles away and the nearest beach is just 1.1 miles from the property. Caernarfon town is about 5 miles away.

Gwel Y Fenai Reviews

Louise

Like a home from home, clean and cosy with lovely views. Absolutely loved it here! Lots to do for the kids a short drive away, then returning to this peaceful and tranquil location in the evening was perfect!

Stuart

The location of the property was excellent to explore the area along with the views onto the estuary. The cottage had character, but some of the fixtures need repairing e.g. sink tap and blind in the main bedroom. The property had limited furnishing's and were generally of low quality, particularly in context to the rental cost. The property would benefit from having more storage options and cooking equipment. The hot tub was a plus feature.

Angela

We had a wonderful stay, it was perfect for my husband and I and our dog. We have never slept so well as the beds were very comfortable. It was a home from home for us. The bath was lovely and the shower was so nice and finished to an high standard. Everything we needed was provided. The only thing I would recommend you might need would be a clothes airermaiden. There is a washing line outside but sometimes it was too windy to put anything out and we struggled to dry our wet weather clothing. The location is fantastic with Carnarvon town centre only a 10 minute drive away and there is a Morrisons supermarket on the way, which we found very handy. There is also an Asda and Home Bargains again about a 10 minute drive away. If you turn left out the property the village is only a couple of minutes drive away and it has a fantastic shoppost office, pub, a nice place to have a breakfast both dog friendly and a good Chinese takeaway. Its a little harbour and very pretty and we spent quite a bit of time down there. The hot tub was a very welcome addition after a long day and it was so nice to sit in it watching the sunset over the Menai Straights. All in all we had a great holiday and would absolutely stay there again, we loved it. The owners have a little gem there and it was perfect.

Great stay every thing you need very peaceful beautiful view over the strait hot ... Great stay every thing you need very peaceful beautiful view over the strait hot tub one of the best been in beds very comfortable would definitely come here again thanks for a lovely break

We had a wonderful stay. Thank you. We had to contact the host just to ask a question, she was reachable and friendly. The accommodation was beautiful and a perfect location if you would like to walk Mount Snowden starting at the Llanberis pathway. We will definitely be visiting again in the future. The hot tub and views with a beautiful sunset made our trip! Thank you again x

Lauren

We had a lovely stay at Gwel y Fenai! The property was very clean and tidy, with a spacious downstairs area. The hot tub and views from the back were the best part, especially at sunset. We didnt want our time there to end! Whilst we would stay here again and would recommend to others, we have just a couple of minor bits of feedback to make othersthe owners aware of the garden area is enclosed with fencing, but we found our dog could get through the gaps in the fencing if he wanted to so didnt feel comfortable having him out there since there were livestock that come right up to the fence. This was a bit of a shame. It seemed there were leads secured to the floor so we could tie him onto those, but ideally would have loved there to be mesh fencing as well so its fully secure for him to roam in. We did find a mouldy towel in the washing machine probably left from previous guests? but as mentioned before these are relatively minor bits of feedback. Overall a great stay, thank you!

We had an amazing time and really enjoyed the cottage and the locality! The cottage was clean, spacious, quiet , comfortable with amazing views and provided everything we needed. Ideal location to explore a myriad of places and the sunny warm days were a big plus of course.

Our stay here was brilliant except the blind in the kingsize bedroom was broken. The window in the family room didn't have a latch on it, so if it was windy, it would open up wide. My daughter had to get on a table and stand on it to reach to close it. The hoover only had a short cord on it, so it was limited to where we could clean. Ended up sweeping and then mopping. The hot tub was amazing after coming back from walking all day. Lovely and relaxing.

Lorraine

The views from the back are definitely the best feature. The cottage itself we felt was a little tired looking, especially the bathroom. Toilet seat broke, ducting hanging out of ceiling, door to boiler room wouldnt close etc The kitchen equipment was very under stocked. 3 Tumblers, 4 mugs, chipped plates etcfridge door loose, taps wobbly Just needs a little TLC to make it good again.

The property was a very nice and relaxing place to stay. The beds were very comfortable. One bug bear whenever I'm on holiday is the poor quality kitchen knifes.....however they were fantastic. The only niggle was a few essential kitchen items were not available cheese grater, potato masher, bottle opener and kitchen scissors. We bought a cheese grater and potato masher while there which we did leave for future guests. Otherwise the kitchen well equipped with lots of storage space for food. The hot tub was lovely to relax in after a day out.the driveway is up a hill and the parking spaces at the top we found a little awkward to pull into due to the woodenlog edging being at a right angle at the top. We only had one car and I think it may be tricky getting two up there and into the spaces. We found reversing up the drive enabled up to get into place abit easier. There's a big Tesco only 10 minutes drive away. Also a good sports direct store a little further on from Tesco which came in handy when the sole fell off my old walking boots and I needed to purchase new ones! Close to Llanberis, less than 20 minutes drive. We managed to venture up Snowdon while there the hot tub definitely came in handy the next day to soothe sore achy muscles! Usually after 5 nights away I am ready to come home, but I could definitely have stayed for longer. I felt very relaxed at the property and would definitely return.

Excellent stay, everything we needed, great location and facilities, very clean and tidy and really enjoyed our stay. Would definitely book again in the future Thankyou

Kristen

We had the pleasure of staying here for 4 days 3 nights, we could have so easily stayed longer. This house is immaculate, I love the open plan downstairs. The kitchen has everything you need to cook nice meals, I even took my slow cooker & made beef stew & dumplings for the Sunday when we got back of a long walk. The hot tub was a big hit for my 3 big kids

Kirsten

The property was lovely and comfortable and had almost everything we needed. Perfect location for what we needed to explore and visiting family. One of the nicest properties we've booked and the hot tub is a bonus. The views are stunning and we dropped on some great weather for January, can only imagine it in the summer months. Glad to have managed to get home before the snow hit though already missing the under floor heating. The property was so warm and toasty. The host was lovely and friendly and we would recommend this property and will likely visit again. Maybe a tip for improvement would be beneficial if some cleaning products were left accessible so that we could maintain standards we like to leave the property in, there was no cleaning fluids or mop headbucket or even a simple speedy mop and as we had a dog we found we had to use kitchen towels that we brought to wipe up footprints round the door area. Overall though a property we'd recommend.

Melissa

This is a wonderful secluded barn with a wonderful hot tub and fabulous hosts they are always on hand if you need anything and kind. Would definitely Recommend this cottage for your holiday 10 out of 10 will definitely be going back

Had an amazing time, the property is beautifully converted, very warm and cosy feeling. The hot tub is a lovely addition, especially relaxing with the wonderful views. More than we had expected, thank you for providing an amazing place to stay

Darren

Fantastic location, so peaceful, but so much to go out and explore. Accommodation was lovely, a special place to stay. Would highly recommend, and will certainly want to book this cottage again next time we visit the area

A truly amazing property. Very well equipped, lovely comfortable seats and beds. Great to lie in the big hot tub, looking out to the straits looking at the stars. Can't recommend enough

Brilliant property and location. Amazing sunsets over the Menai Straits from the Hot tub, a fantastic addition. Would benefit from an information pack on use of appliances and recycling etc. Robyn and Anwen were very accomodating, nothing too much trouble. Very pleasantly supprised by the lovely harbour and would recommend the Llofft cafe bar and Gardfon pub also a new pub newly opened on the Harbour Dock. Would definitely return.

Daniel

Amazing place with amazing views and close to both Caernarfon and Anglesey ... Amazing place with amazing views and close to both Caernarfon and Anglesey will be returning in the future Thanks for a lovely stay

Steven

Really enjoyed our stay, the cottage was great and had everything we needed. Amazing views from the garden area, kids loved the hot tub. The bathroom and shower were very good. Nice touch having some tea bags and milk in the fridge for when we arrived and Welsh cakes. Location was so good for Snowden & Zip world would highly recommend.

Jennifer

Beautiful cottage ,has everything you need. , owners of farm and cottage was chatting to us about the cows and sheep they were helpful lovely people. hot tub was amazing looking at the cows in field next to us boys especially loved the animals . beds so comfy we will be back in future thankyou very much we had lovely stay wish we booked it longer x

Elaine

Lovely cottage in a great location for exploring Wales. Lots of things to do and see in the local area just minutes drive from this property. View is stunning and owner very helpful. Stoney beach just a few minutes walk from the house . The animal neighbours sheep and cows friendly and inquisitive.

We loved the quiet location and how modern the cottage was. Everything was there to make it home from home. The only thing we struggled with was the sun shining through the velux windows upstairs at 4am lighting up the bedrooms so would highly recommend some blinds. Also some instructions for the heating more for winter and the rubble to be cleared from the side of the cottage.

A beautiful house in a lovely location. The host was welcoming and accommodating. We will definitely be back!

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Gwel Y Fenai, Y Felinheli

About Gwel Y Fenai

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Stunning Views

Hot Tub Experience

Perfect Location

Comfortable Living Space

Helpful Owners

Family-Friendly

Getting To Gwel Y Fenai

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Gwel Y Fenai Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Garddfon Inn

Swellies Beach Cafe

The Antelope Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

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