A beautiful house for families and friends, near the coast and Clwydians. Easily reached from the Midlands, London and N England (sleeps 10)
Space & setting.
*Brand new*
High ceilings, Venetian sash windows and generous rooms all contribute to the light and airy feel of Ein Cynefin. This historic hall has been lovingly restored by 2 sisters, whose childhood home is now a haven of soft colours; think Farrow & Ball paints, pink velvet sofas, parquet flooring and woollens from Welsh mills. Surrounded by a lovely garden and orchard for picking apples and pears, with acres of farmland beyond, space abounds both inside and out.
There are 5 bedrooms to spread out in; 2 kings, 2 doubles and a twin, all equal in size, with ensuite bathrooms and tubs with amazing views. Spend lazy days playing games on the lawn (croquet, ball games, and the intriguing ‘Molkky’), and get the kids making fresh fruit crumbles in the large family kitchen and doing jigsaws at the table. Or explore beyond; connected yet secluded, the house sits just 15 mins from the coast and 20 mins from the Clywdians: outdoor adventures include watersports, mountain biking, even trampolining in underground quarries. You can day trip to Liverpool and Manchester, too, and you’re just an hour from Snowdonia’s hiking hub of Betws-y-Coed. Round off every day with a delightful evening: sweep down the grand staircase and tinkle on the Baby Grand piano before pre-dinner drinks in the drawing room.
Getting here: drive, or train to Chester (2 hrs from London) then taxi (15 mins)
Special touches.
+ Private chef on request
+ Hot tub hire available
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Sustainability.
“We’ve installed photovoltaic in the vegetable garden so we actually supply energy back to the grid. What’s more, despite its wild landscape, Wales is one of least wooded countries in Europe. For every Kip booking we will be donating £10 to the Woodland Trust to address this.”
Surrounds.
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Talacre © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales -
Llyn Padarn © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales -
Zip World © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales Photographer - Keith Freeburn -
Snowdon © Dan Struthers -
Talacre © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales -
Pensarn Park Conwy Castle © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales -
Surf Snowdonia, Dolgarrog © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales -
Ruthin Craft Centre © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales -
Snowdon © Dan Struthers -
Talacre © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales -
© Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales -
Pontcysyllte Aqueduct © Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales -
© Hawlfraint y Goron / © Crown copyright (2023) Cymru Wales
- Go to Hawarden Estate Farm Shop for lunch or brunch, and bring home a basket of local produce to fill the fridge. Foodies should keep an eye on their ticketed evening feasts with guest chefs, and eat at their sister pub, The Glynne Arms, 10 minutes away by car.
- Kids may prefer Bonni’s Pizza van; this converted horsebox makes the best pizza and pops up at different locations each week. Check it on FB to find out where it will be when you stay.
- Feel the sand between your toes at Talacre, a huge beach backed by sand dunes, which looks out to the wind farms of the Irish sea. Grab fish and chips from the Fish Bar en route, and pack a kite (15 mins’ drive).
- North Wales is an adrenaline-junkie paradise: surf on the world’s first inland surf lagoon, bounce through disused mines on giant trampolines, and go zip-lining over quarries. There’s thrilling mountain biking too, plus watersports over on the coast.
- Discover local culture, explore Ruthin Craft Centre for contemporary arts, and Mostyn Art Gallery in Llandudno, which has a rolling programme of well-respected exhibitions. Both have good shops and cafés on-site.
- Chester Zoo is a great day out; don’t miss the orangutang display.
- Pack your walking boots and climb Moel Famau in the Clywdians (20 mins’ drive). Or venture to Eryri National Park in Snowdonia to tackle mighty Mount Snowdon – take the Watkin Path rather than the well-trodden Pyg Path (1 hour’s drive).
- Fun fact: Wales is the castle capital of Europe. Visit a few on day trips: the owners love Conwy Castle, where streets and a harbour snake beneath its battlements; the ruins of Denbigh Castle, and the civilised splendour of Chirk.
Specifics.
- Standalone house with an acre of gardens
- 5 bedrooms: 2 kings, 2 doubles, 1 twin
- Additional camp beds on request
- All bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms with tubs and handheld showers; 2 have walk-in showers, too
- Enormous kitchen including range cooker, induction hob and Lavazza coffee machine
- Basic supplies and a welcome hamper
- Dining room
- Lounge with board games, jigsaws, books, a Bluetooth speaker, and a Baby Grand piano
- Drawing room / TV lounge with Smart TV
- Highchair, baby cot (BYO bedding), baby bath, toys and books
- Washing machine/dryer
- 1 acre of gardens including an orchard
- Large sun terrace with outdoor dining, BBQ and sun loungers
- 2 dogs welcome (extra cost); bed, bowls and treats provided
- WiFi and good phone connection, though download speed is slow
- Private parking
- The owner is available by phone should you need her
- Security deposit: £250
- House rules: dogs must be kept downstairs, off furniture and monitored outside; no fireworks except by prior arrangement
- Booking conditions: a 2-night min stay; preferred Friday changeovers
- Remember to pack: beach towels and walking boots; bikes if you can
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