Situated on the edge of the beautiful Mawddach Estuary in 2 acres of woodland, this 250-year-old detached cottage with original flooring, beams, open fire and other period features, exemplifies character and comfort. The village of Fairbourne, with its magnificent 2-mile beach, excellent local shops and railway station is just 10 minutes’ walk away. From here you can take the narrow gauge steam tr
ain to Penrhyn Point and then catch a small boat across the water to the seaside town of Barmouth. Friog’s stunning Blue Lake is an easy walk from the front door, as are the Panteinon Falls. This is excellent hiking country, and the ambitious can climb nearby Cader Idris, the second highest peak in Wales. There is also abundant bird life in the area, and an RSPB reserve is 15 minutes’ drive away. Portmeirion, the Blaenau Ffestiniog and Talyllyn Railways, Harlech Castle, the Centre for Alternative Technology and Aberdovey are all within easy driving distance. Ground floor: Living room. Dining room/kitchen with beams and slate floor. Games room. First floor: 4 bedrooms with wooden floors: 2 double, one with French windows, 1 twin, 1 bunk. Bathroom with shower attachment. Separate toilet. Open fire in living room (no fuel inc). Oil CH, elec, bed linen and towels inc. Freeview TV. Stereo/CD. Elec cooker. Combi m/wave/oven/grill. W/machine. T/dryer. D/washer. F/freezer. 2-acre woodland with patio, sitting-out area and furniture. Balcony. Parking (3 cars). No smoking. Friday to Friday. NB: Significant drops within 2 acre grounds and sloping garden.