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Gilar House, stands beautifully since 1623
Fabulous outdoor kitchen with Argentine BBQ and gatehouse beyond
Feel the history in this oak panelled lounge with open fire
The dining room with open fire provides a fantastic setting for your meal
Curl up next to the open fire and read or watch a film
Beautiful kitchen with Belfast sink and double oven
Creatively designed and well equipped kitchen
Rustle up some home made cooking
Enjoy alfresco dining
Cook up a feast on the Argentine BBQ
The master bedroom boasts a 4-poster super-king size bed
Substantial master bedroom with antique furniture and tapestries
Treat yourself to breakfast in bed
Character wherever you go
Exposed oak floorboards and wood panelling
Family bathroom with beautiful large cast iron bath and separate shower
Double room over-looking the garden with ensuite shower room
En-suite shower room
A characterful twin room with exposed beams
Sink into a warm bubble bath in the downstairs bathroom
Gilar's 1623 Gatehouse, one of the last remaining in Wales
A cosy and compact twin room found in Gilar's gatehouse
Look out from the Gatehouse towards Gilar
Make use of the outdoor covered dining area with BBQ and fire-pit
Store your wellies and hang your coats, hats and dog leads
Gilar welcomes two dogs to enjoy the vast walking routes
Take a stroll up the farm track with your four-legged friend
Take a stroll to the lakes for a picnic
Fantastic views of Snowdon from the top of Gilar
1 / 29  Gilar House, stands beautifully since 1623
2 / 29  Fabulous outdoor kitchen with Argentine BBQ and gatehouse beyond
3 / 29  Feel the history in this oak panelled lounge with open fire
4 / 29  The dining room with open fire provides a fantastic setting for your meal
5 / 29  Curl up next to the open fire and read or watch a film
6 / 29  Beautiful kitchen with Belfast sink and double oven
7 / 29  Creatively designed and well equipped kitchen
8 / 29  Rustle up some home made cooking
9 / 29  Enjoy alfresco dining
10 / 29  Cook up a feast on the Argentine BBQ
11 / 29  The master bedroom boasts a 4-poster super-king size bed
12 / 29  Substantial master bedroom with antique furniture and tapestries
13 / 29  Treat yourself to breakfast in bed
14 / 29  Character wherever you go
15 / 29  Exposed oak floorboards and wood panelling
16 / 29  Family bathroom with beautiful large cast iron bath and separate shower
17 / 29  Double room over-looking the garden with ensuite shower room
18 / 29  En-suite shower room
19 / 29  A characterful twin room with exposed beams
20 / 29  Sink into a warm bubble bath in the downstairs bathroom
21 / 29  Gilar's 1623 Gatehouse, one of the last remaining in Wales
22 / 29  A cosy and compact twin room found in Gilar's gatehouse
23 / 29  Look out from the Gatehouse towards Gilar
24 / 29  Make use of the outdoor covered dining area with BBQ and fire-pit
25 / 29  Store your wellies and hang your coats, hats and dog leads
26 / 29  Gilar welcomes two dogs to enjoy the vast walking routes
27 / 29  Take a stroll up the farm track with your four-legged friend
28 / 29  Take a stroll to the lakes for a picnic
29 / 29  Fantastic views of Snowdon from the top of Gilar

Gilar House

Betws-y-Coed (7 mls SE), North Wales

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Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
pets Dogs welcome 2
grade 5 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / woodburner
Internet access
Working farm
Pub nearby
Fishing onsite / nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Four Poster
Quirky
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Historic, 17th-century, Grade II-listed property with gatehouse, full of original period features and contemporary twists
  • Idyllic countryside location with 500 acres of farmland, ancient woodlands, Garn Prys Mountain and lakes for you to explore
  • As featured in The Times ‘50 Coolest Holiday Cottages’, the BBC’s Holiday Programme and in the Food and Travel Magazine

 

Overview
Property code: 55987

As featured in 'The Times', delight in an historic 17th century Grade II listed property surrounded by achingly-beautiful scenery. Absolutely perfect for large groups wanting to explore Wales’ more rugged side, this lavish house oozes warmth and charm. Regal in stance and decorated with lush furnishings and rich tones, you are sure to feel like royalty in your own wild kingdom.

Part Tudor, part Elizabethan, fantastic original period features are a theme throughout. From the gorgeous exposed beams to the fireplace overlooked by the family shield, to the original floors and beam-door-lock, the character is bursting at the seams. Whilst staying true to its roots, modern touches have been subtly incorporated throughout so you can enjoy ultimate comfort in this luxurious accommodation. Create a delicious meal in the stylish kitchen and later watch a film in front of the fire in the lounge. Well-equipped and with ample space for everyone, you will be able to find your own quiet corner to cuddle up with a book or enjoy shared family spaces to talk, laugh and catch up. With a pretty walled garden, the property’s fifth bedroom is found in the stunning Gatehouse, which dates back to 1623. Please note the caretakers are on site though privacy is assured.

A sheer natural paradise, the property is surrounded by 500 acres of farmland, ancient woodland, lakes and mountain ranges. An idyllic location for hiking and exploring, there is a feast for the eyes at every turn. The gateway to Snowdonia, countless trails, waterfalls and activities are waiting to be discovered. Once you’ve had your fill of exploration and are in need of a reward, the dog-friendly village pub, the Giler Arms, is less than a mile away, serving a fine selection of food and drink including award-winning real ales.

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  • 5 bedrooms – 1 four-poster, super-king-size, 1 king-size, 1 double, 2 twins – 1 in the outside gatehouse
  • 3 bathrooms - 1 ground-floor bathroom with roll-top bath and shower over and WC, 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle and WC, 1 en-suite shower with WC (there are no bathroom facilities in the gatehouse)
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave
  • Extra under-counter fridge and separate wine fridge in dining room
  • Outside utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • 2 open fires (logs included)
  • Smart TV & DVD in lounge
  • Walled garden with seating, charcoal BBQ in covered patio area with fire pit; lawned area
  • Ample private parking
  • Beach 18 miles, shop 3 miles and pub within walking distance
  • Please note, dogs are to stay on the ground floor hard-floored areas only
  • Heated dog kennels available outside
  • Covered bike store and outside tap
  • Please note, the staircases are steep and uneven so may be unsuitable for some guests, especially infants and small children
  • The property is on a working sheep farm - please expect to experience the sights and smells of such
  • Caretakers available on site, but privacy is assured
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

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Gilar House, stands beautifully since 1623
Fabulous outdoor kitchen with Argentine BBQ and gatehouse beyond
Feel the history in this oak panelled lounge with open fire
The dining room with open fire provides a fantastic setting for your meal
Curl up next to the open fire and read or watch a film
Beautiful kitchen with Belfast sink and double oven
Creatively designed and well equipped kitchen
Rustle up some home made cooking
Enjoy alfresco dining
Cook up a feast on the Argentine BBQ
The master bedroom boasts a 4-poster super-king size bed
Show 17 moreSubstantial master bedroom with antique furniture and tapestries

Victoria Sutcliffe

This property is personally managed by Victoria.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Hazel 28th April 2023

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Gilar House is magnificent, we really loved it. The location is fabulous and we enjoyed being off the beaten track amongst the fields and the sheep. We really loved the house and at 400 year's old we appreciated the creakiness, wonky walls and imperfections! We would love to return.

Reviewed by Rob 14th April 2023

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An absolutely wonderful, characterful venue full of beautiful lovingly chosen interior soft furnishings, pictures and historic objects. We've stayed at Landmark Trust properties before and Gilar House was definitely in the same league. Just a complete treat! We brought along a 'Murder at the Manor' whodunnit mystery murder role-play game for the 10Read more of us through Saturday evening and Gilar provided just the right setting. The stay was over far too quickly and none of us wanted to leave . . . Hide

Reviewed by Louise 29th December 2022

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We had a wonderful stay over New Year. It really is a special place with beautiful original features and all you need for a comfortable stay for our group of 8 adults, a toddler and a dog. We loved the huge, open fires to keep us cosy with more firewood than youll ever need. It was pretty special to welcome in the new year and mark the houses 400thRead more anniversary! Owners were so helpful after we left some things behind and they quickly posted them on to us. Hope to be back sometime. Hide

Reviewed by Stuart 23rd December 2022

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Brilliant house in an amazing location. So well equipped, it made the perfect place for Christmas.

Reviewed by Elizabeth 25th November 2022

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Reviewed by Anthony 12th August 2022

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A wonderful character property. Well-furnished and equipped but could do with some comfortable garden chairs/loungers. Everything in kitchen and bathrooms worked well.

Reviewed by Gill 10th June 2022

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Fantastic holiday, beautiful home. We couldnt fault Gilar. The kitchen had everything we needed, the rooms were lovely & comfortable. We walked the dogs for miles in the day & lit the fire in the evenings. We had a picnic at the lake & and climbed Garn Prys from the track from the farm (and Snowdon too). Activities I recommend in the area are ZipwoRead morerld & Adventure Park Snowdonia for adrenaline seekers & Capel Clay in Bala for pottery painting on quieter days. Thanks Gilar, we will be back. Hide

Reviewed by Graham 20th May 2022

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This is a great character property and we loved our stay at Gilar House. It is incredibly peaceful and we loved the open fires with plentiful supply of logs, The property is very well equipped and the walks and views straight from the property were great. It is also well placed to access the heart of Snowdonia.

Reviewed by Sam 25th February 2022

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The pictures really do not do this cottage justice. It was like walking into a fairytale. The most beautiful cottage and extremely spacious. So much room to lounge about and socialise. The garden is incredible and really added to the picturesque feel and view of the whole place. The owners were extremely accommodating and really accessible if needeRead mored. Full of local knowledge and made the stay smooth and easy. We will definitely be back again and would highly recommend this property to anyone. Hide

Reviewed by Kirsty 22nd December 2021

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Reviewed by gillian 5th November 2021

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We had a wonderful holiday at this fantastic property all warm and cosy with plenty of wood for the fire. The bedrooms are big and airy and the beds are lovely fresh and comfortable. We went with our four adult children and partners and we had plenty of room in the house it was a special treat.

Reviewed by Henry 3rd October 2021

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Absolutely fantastic stay in a beautiful property and location. Exactly what we wanted, a relaxing break to explore Wales away from it all. We will be definitely be booking again.

Reviewed by Simon 3rd September 2021

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Read moree-font: minor-latin">We stayed in Gilar in Sep 21 and found it full of charm and character in a beautiful location. Unfortunately, we experienced a fly infestation during our stay, but the owners did respond promptly and arranged for a pest control company to come out and fumigate. The house is well located for many of Snowdonia's attractions while being well away from any major settlements so is extremely tranquil and relaxing.

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Reviewed by John 23rd July 2021

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It really is a great place and obviously with very considerate owners who have put a lot of thought into the whole experience. The kitchen had every pot, pan, plate and utensil we could think of and some we didnt. We really liked the dining room and despite it being over 400 years old the showers and kitchen were all up to date. A little expensive Read moregiven the weather gamble, but we lucked out and had sun. Hide

Reviewed by Ella 9th July 2021

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Wonderful stay at a very unique house. Would definitely rebook.

Reviewed by Hayley 5th June 2021

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Gilar house is a step back in time with all the mod cons thrown in .There's a wonderful peace about the farm with its position on the mountain and the fields around. The garden is lovely and the outdoor space is large enough to accommodate 10. My daughter recently married loved staying in the keep it was like a mini moon very romantic. We cooked onRead more the bbq and lit the firepit in the nights , my granddaughter loved toasting marshmallows and we just enjoyed being together again. Hide

Reviewed by Ruth 28th May 2021

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Great place to stay.

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LOCATION

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