Halford Hill

Cottage & Vacation Rentals in Snowdonia, Wales

83 Reviews
Photo of Halford Hill Photo of Halford Hill Photo of Halford Hill Photo of Halford Hill Photo of Halford Hill Photo of Halford Hill Photo of Halford Hill Photo of Halford Hill
1 of 8
From: €859 weekly Bedrooms 7 bedrooms Bathrooms 3 bathrooms Guests 16 guests

Holiday Rental Description

Holiday home
Halford Hill is a detached cottage situated in the centre of Llanberis, seven miles from Caenarfon in North Wales. This cottage is set over four floors and sleeps up to sixteen people with four bedrooms, which consist of two double and two twin bedrooms on the first floor, and one double and two family rooms with adult bunks and single bed on the second floor, There is also a family shower room with sauna on the lower ground floor, a family bathroom on the ground floor and another family bathroom on the second floor. The cottage has a sitting room with open fire and smaller sitting room with sofa bed on the lower ground floor, and a ground floor fitted kitchen with small breakfast area and a large dining room. Outside, this cottage has off road parking for five cars and a sitting area with BBQ. Halford Hill is a perfect family holiday home with many attractions and places to visit nearby.

Accomodation Details
Over four floors. Lower ground floor: Large sitting room with open fire and access to outdoor sitting area; shower room with sauna. Ground floor: Fitted kitchen with small breakfast area; large dining room; bathroom with bath (shower over), basin and WC. First floor: Four bedrooms - 2 x double (one with basin), 2 x twin (one with basin). Second floor: Three bedrooms - 1 x double, 2 x family room (adult bunks and single bed). Bathroom with bath, basin and WC. Due to the new Government legislation regarding the Rule of 6 the prices for this property have been reduced in order to accommodate smaller groups of up to 6.

Area
Llanberis is situated right at the base of Mount Snowdon and attracts hardy walkers and climbers throughout the year. This feature is enhanced by a number of festivals and celebrations all year round, such as the Snowdon Race in July and the Snowdonia Marathon in October. As part of the Snowdonia National Park, Llanberis is surrounded by beautiful scenery, including two lakes, Llyn Padarn and Llyn Peris, which are a great attraction for wildlife enthusiasts, walkers and ornithologists alike. If climbing Snowdon sounds too much like hard work, there is always the option provided by the Snowdon Mountain Railway. Alternatively, if you prefer to remain at ground level, Llanberis is well served by a variety of restaurants, pubs and shops.

Region
Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.

Amenities
Gas central heating with open fire. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, video, DVD player, CD/stereo, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen inc. in rent. Cot and highchair. Sauna. Off road parking for 5 cars. Sitting area to rear with BBQ. Storage area for bikes. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Shops, pubs, restaurants 2 mins. Note: Children must be supervised at all times whilst playing outside.

Key Features

  • Pet Friendly
  • Garden
  • Parking
  • Sauna

Holiday Rental Amenities

  • Accepts Pets
  • Cooker
  • Baby Cot
  • Dishwasher
  • Fridge
  • Garden
  • High chair
  • Kettle
  • Linen provided
  • Log fire
  • Parking
  • Parking space
  • Towels provided
  • TV
  • Washing machine
  • Wifi
  • Near Pub
Check Availability
Sykes Cottages
  • Safe and secure instant booking
  • Best price guaranteed online
  • Book direct with managing agent
Key Features
  • Pet Friendly
  • Garden
  • Parking
  • Sauna

Map Location

Self-Catering Reviews

rebeccalouiser407
May 2023
I recently stayed here for my brother in laws birthday with other family members, the location is really good lots of eateries within walking distance and the local pub was lovely and the staff were very friendly. The house it’s self is very dated and is in need of some tlc, there were coffee stains on the wall, plaster falling off walls and just not clean at all. We asked for a stair gate which was left but it did not fit so it was pointless, the travel cot which was in the porch area was dirty and would not let my dog sleep in it let alone my baby, the house was filthy, there were cobwebs in the shower and seating area, behind the sofa in the lounge was disgusting also it looked as if it hadn’t been cleaned for months. We were asked to take off the bedding before departing, the mattress protectors were disgusting, some of them had blood stains on them and some were stained with urine, the pillows and duvets were the same, I don’t know how people think it is acceptable to rent a house out like that. Also the sauna was broken something which we were not notified about upon arrival. All I can say is i was glad to leave and come home to my clean house.
Mr John
September 2020
Nice relaxing holiday, age related issues to house.. some of the equipments such as washing machine and DVD system were not working properly. but the landlady offered laundry service for us. rectified a concern arises during the stay very quickly and effectively. 5 stars for that. location is very ideal and near to most of snowdonia attractions including Snowdon railway walking distance.
Mr John, September 2020
August 2020
Nice big clean house in a super location in the village of Llanberis.. Had everything we needed plus a sauna ! Huge dining table, and lots of seating in the basement lounge area. Very helpful owners, and within a few minutes walk of the local pubs restaurants and takeaways. Good base for climbing Snowdon, paddling on the lake and exploring the local area. We had a very enjoyable 4 night stay for 9 of us.
Mrs Alsafar, July 2020
July 2020
May not be like a 5* hotel but very very clean and in the heart of snowdonia.. Excellent accommodation for larger family. Very approachable caretaker and was always available when called. Thank you. Will certainly stay again.
Mr Freeman, August 2020
July 2020
We loved the experience and the area is amazing couldnt have asked for a better situated property.. The property is dated and its spread across four floors. All the beds creak and so do all the staircases. The day after we arrived the was no hot water in two out of three bathroom. The ine that worked was on the top floor and was a bath which made it more difficult for my elderly parents to reach. It took a long time to fix the issue and only one of the showers were fixed. We had kids with us and felt like we should have been reinbursed as it was not our fault but we were not.
Mr Jadhav, July 2020
January 2020
This is an excellent cottage for larger family or group holidays.. It is clean, warm, comfortable and practical. Great location.
Mrs Seddon
May 2019
The house was spacious enough for all of us - 11 adults, 5 children and 3 dogs.. The kitchen was fully equipped - there was plenty of cutlery, utensils and pots/pans. The bedrooms were roomy and provided plenty of storage space. The downstairs shower was the one that was used the most as the shower on the 1st floor tended just to trickle. We experienced no issues with the hot water. The downstairs sitting room was large enough to seat everyone, with the added bonus of the snug room. The log fire was a welcome addition, particularly after a brisk walk around the lake. The location of the house itself is great. Situated on the main high street, it is close by to all amenities, the lake and Mount Snowdon. The property was a little tired and dated in places and would benefit from a lick of paint. We experienced an issue with the shower door in the downstairs bathroom, but this was quickly rectified after a phone call to the owner, Lesley. The outside seating area could also do with a tidy up. Tshe bins located under the front steps were full when we arrived and the floor under here was full of cigarette ends. Aside from the minor issues, we had a wonderful extended weekend break and would definitely book to stay here again.
Mr Whybrow
April 2019
This was a great location and a great house for a big group.. My only comment is that it’s a bit tired in places and could do with a bit of attention. However the 12 of us all agreed would would like to come back again.
Dr Williams
February 2019
Fantastic place.. Had a great weekend.
Mr Crawley
December 2018
Had a brilliant stay, 12 of us stayed including 5 children and we had 2 dogs as well, plenty of space for us all.. The owners left some bara brith and made sure we had enough wood for the log burner too.
Karen K
November 2018
Brilliant holiday had by all our family, plenty of room in the property and in a fantastic location too!
K7846YVkarenk
November 2018
We stayed at Halford Hill for a week for a family celebration - 17 of us in total and a mixture of adults and children. We had a great week, the house was a perfect base for us and became home from home. It is a bit tired in places but absolutely fine for the price that we paid. The kitchen was on the small side for the number of people but the living areas, dining room, bathrooms and bedrooms were all spacious enough. It was well equipped with washing machine, dishwasher, tumble dryer etc. The central heating and hot water systems worked very well. I would definitely recommend Halford Hill for a gathering of this size, and it’s location is great for exploring North Wales. However, due to the number of stairs, this house would not be suitable for anyone with mobility problems.
Mrs Bull
October 2018
There is no hot water in the house.. The heating is set which is fine we just turned the radiators off that we didn't want on at the radiator but there was no way of getting hot water as you can't adjust the boiler, you will have to contact the owners or caretaker. We went white water rafting and everyone got a hot shower there. There is an electric shower on the second floor which gets hot but doing dishes etc it was boil the kettle. Apart from the water we all loved the place and would return but would get the water sorted
Mr Davis
August 2018
Loved the house was a great location for what we needed it for booked again for next year:)
Mr Moore
July 2018
It advertised barbeque and sitting area this was overgrown and not usable.. the front access is also not like the photo and overgrown and not usable but the location and size of property is what sells this house. The house is not top notch but very usable
Ms Freeman
May 2018
Fantastic and versatile space.. Perfect for our family gathering. Well equipped and layout worked brilliantly. Perfectly located for all local attractions.
Mrs Huxtable
April 2018
Fantastic location in Llanberis, and great for a large group.. Just a couple of small niggles, the TV in the small lounge wasn't working, we tried all the remotes! Shower on the top floor attached to the bath was either hot or cold so wasn't easy to wash in comfort.
Mrs Daly
January 2018
Lovely Big house very comfortable but when we arrived the central heating was broke and its was freezing with it being January.. The owners were very good got a plumber out but it couldnt be fixed that night so they supplied heaters but with the house being so big it was still really cold. Fortunatley the plumber came back late the next afternoon and fixed it. so we enjoyed the rest of the stay. Owners Simon and Lesley were very apologetic and helped resolve the situation as quickly as possible. Lovely house lovely location and we hope to return again soon
Mrs Lambert
November 2016
Fantastic location.. Great for large parties, plenty of bedrooms and large communal spaces. Minor niggle- no bath towels provided. All in all an excellent property.
Denise L
May 2016
Booked for an extended family reunion weekend Halford Hill was just perfect - with seven bedrooms and accomodation on four floors there was plenty of space for everyone and never a sense of being cramped. The dining room with long table for big family meal worked well and welcoming touches like milk in the fridge, flowers and a loaf of Bara Brith were much appreciated. With a group ranging from 11 months old to 60+ the activities on offer in Llanberis and the surrounding area were plentiful; we just wished that we had longer. The house was well equipped and some of our party took advantage of the sauna which they considered a real bonus. The weather was stunning therefore we had no need of the wood-burning stove but wood was provided; the lounge(s) were comfortable and cosy with plentiful seating for all. Provision of bedding, cot and high chair was helpful too - all in all a great house for a large family group weekend!
Miss Leigheb
March 2016
A perfect location and a beautiful well kept house, felt very homely. Would definitely recommend it and will visit again.
Mr Witter
March 2016
We spent 3 days at Halford Hill with some friends and plenty of kids. The house never felt cramped, was always nice and warm and had plenty of room for the whole group. The sauna in the downstairs bathroom was an added bonus especially after running the Anglesey half marathon! Location is fantastic and I really can't fault the place. Would definitely come back if ever in the Llanberis area.
Mrs Payne
September 2015
Perfect accommodation for our family of 16, could not fault it! The living room was fabulous with plenty of room for everyone to come together.
Miss Speers
February 2015
Had the best weekend! Couldn't fault the property, it was big warm and very cosy. We loved every minute of our stay! Will be back again for sure.
Wildethings
January 2015
We stayed at the house for new year. Was great for the amount of people. House is in great condition. The location is great for shops, restaurants, walks and surrounding attractions. Only complaint was lack of instruction about heating, recycling collection etc. A customer handbook would be useful. Also shame about lack of garden space. The side of the house would make a lovely patio area if it was tidied up and fenced. Would be helpful if you have a dog. Other little things such as a dvd player in the snug would of been helpful for the kids and positioning of mirrors in bedrooms could be improved ie on full height walls near plugs ,some kitchen equipment needed replacing, just constructive criticism, overall a great holiday and have recommended
Mr Armstrong
November 2014
Very comfortable and great value for the weekend. The sauna was a big hit, just wished we had more time to utilise it - maybe next time!
Dunning
September 2014
The size was just right for the number of people, 12 Adults 2 children and there was sufficient parking for 5 cars. The sauna and log fire just added to the ambience. The main lounge was great for adults leaving the 2 children to use the smaller TV room.
Mrs Bacon
June 2014
Central location for many walking/climbing and water activities. We had a fabulous time with grandchildren and friends. The house was perfect for a large group and the sauna after a long walk was superb!
Mr Hillyard
May 2014
Very comfortable and spacious accommodation for our group. Very convenient for walking from the door up to Snowdon and the shops, pubs and ice cream parlour in the village of Llanberis.
Mr Wright
May 2014
The house had a very family friendly atmosphere. Loved the extra touch of quality with the sauna as a pamper for the adults. Had a really good week.
Miss Samra
March 2014
The cottage was lovely, excellent spacious lounge, bedrooms were a good size, bathrooms were great, sauna was excellent. The cottage owner was very helpful in giving directions and local information.
Mr Lewtas
February 2014
Worked out perfect for a large group, everyone in the group loved it and we're already discussing rebooking. Everything from booking to leaving was very well organised, a very well run and efficient company.
Guest
January 2014
We Stayed in Halford Hill in October 2013. there were 15 adults and we had a fantastic time. everything we needed was provided included pots and pans, cutlery and crockery. it is in a great location. with the national slate museum only 10-15 minutes walk and the train to Snowdon around the same. We may be going back this year but if not we definitely will be in the future. Thanks so much
Mrs Caswell
October 2013
Lovely house with a beautiful view of the lake. There was a group of 15 that went and every single one of us loved it! Would definitely recommend to anyone. It was just perfect!
christina175
December 2012
This was booked for a weekend to celebrate special birthdays of several work colleagues. We needed somewhere large enough to accomodate 12+ an within easy travelling distance of Liverpool. I must say when I looked at the website after it been booked I felt a little disappointed as it is so plain to look at and not quite the country retreat I had anticipated - the furnishings also looked a bit basic! However I was pleasantly suprised as on arrival we were greeted with the smell of new carpets! In fact the whole house had had a makeover since a fire in May 2012 and the website is not updated even now, The bedrooms are beautifully appointed and beds are comfortable. It was lovely and warm and the cooking facilities were great for a big Christmas dinner! Even the sun shone for our November walk! Great for a big party!
Mr Bakht
November 2012
We had a great holiday. An excellent place to stay for groups and families. It was situated in the centre of attractions and local shops. We would love to come back. For me it was 5 star in rating.
Mr Potter
August 2012
We liked the location and the convenience for sightseeing and activities.
Guest
January 2012
Huge property fully equipped with absolutely everything you could possibly need for your stay. Everywhere was lovely and clean, there wasn't a single complaint from anyone in my party of 17, we all agreed we would return. Plenty of amenities nearby, we used the Co-op, the pubs and the local Indian take away. Absolutely beautiful place for walking. Spot on, thanks.
Mrs Clark
December 2011
Very comfortable house that accommodated us all really well. Gorgeous view of the lake too.
Guest
December 2011
The house was perfect for our family break and was an ideal location for the path up Snowdon. The bathrooms were in need of renovation but otherwise it was clean, comfortable and warm. Lots of pubs and restaurants nearby and the owner was very friendly. Would recommend although not suitable for those with mobility difficulties as there are 3 flights of stairs.
Ms Killan
November 2011
A huge property, fully equipped with everything you need for a big circle of family or friends. Lovely open fire, the whole building was toasty and warm. We all had a fabulous time!
Mr Oseland
September 2011
I cannot speak highly enough of Halford Hill. It met our every requirement and I would happily recommend it to any large group.
Miss Stoor
September 2011
The size of the house, the location, the sauna, the sitting room and the owner was lovely.
Mr Corke
April 2011
Great location and very central. House was a great size for a large party and had everything we needed to manage feeding everyone. Sauna was a great warm down after a long hike up the mountain. Having free bara brith was great. The landlady was super understanding when our over active puppy chewed the door frame! Thanks so much :)
Mrs Kenwrick
April 2011
Perfectly situated for climbing Snowdon. Plenty of good facilities locally.
Mrs Hunt
August 2010
The location was amazing and the house was big, ideal for large families. Loved the sauna and the long table in the dining room was brilliant. A very good selection of restaurants nearby.
Mr Dekker
August 2010
Overall, had a good time in a very nice conveniently, well situated home!
Rev Shave
May 2010
Excellent property for large family groups - lots of space and accessible for a variety of days out.
Mr Stahr
April 2010
Good location, easy access to Snowdon and surrounding areas such as Caernarvon and Llandudno. Easy walking distance to shops and local attractions such as the Slate Museums and Snowdon Mountain.
Miss Laverick
December 2009
The house was lovely and was the perfect size for my big family. We all had a wonderful time and can't wait to do it again.
Mrs Bews
October 2009
The places we visited around the property were really lovely. The property was great for the size of our group (12) and it meant that everyone had their own bedrooms. We would definitely recommend this property to a large group of friends or family. The fruit loaf (delicious) and the milk, coffee teabags were greatly appreciated.
Mr Smith
August 2009
Very spacious house that catered well for the 3 generations of our family, well located for many attractions and the owner very helpful and friendly. Would definitely stay again
Mr Forshaw
December 2008
The owner left a Bara Brith cake and a bottle of Champagne and that was quite thoughtful. The lounge was good with the log burner and plenty of seating for our group.
Miss Carter
May 2008
This is a fantastic house for larger parties, great location, lots of space and the sauna is an extra treat! Had a fabulous weekend there thank you
Mrs Davies
April 2008
Property ideally situated for many local varied attractions for the whole family.
Mr Mrs Carter
December 2006
Size of property allowed a large party with plenty of personal space.
Mr Thorpe
April 2006
The house was very pleasant, the owner very helpful - very enjoyable. The log fire was cosy.
Mr Thorpe
April 2006
Good car parking. Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The sauna was appreciated.
Mr Jones
March 2006
The owner was extremely helpful. A nice touch was a good welcome pack with food and flowers. No attempt to squeeze in too much sleeping at the expense of the day comfort. Excellent sauna facility. The catering equipment, cutlery, and crockery were more than adequate for a number of guests and all of good quality, state of the art etc. We definitely intend another visit. Well done!
Mrs Kavanagh
January 2006
A very comfortable and warm house. Enough room to either join in with the main group or to find a space for quiet contemplation. The sauna was an added bonus. All 16 of us enjoyed a great family gathering. An excellent location in the village.
Mrs Devery
December 2005
Great to find a place to accommodate the whole party, my Dutch visitors were very impressed! Very helpful and considerate owners.
Mr Coathup
November 2005
The owners are very nice and helpful, who go out of their way to ensure everthing is ok. There was plenty of off road parking for 6 - 7 cars, and plenty of good restuarants nearby.
Mr Hadland
July 2005
There was lots of space for a large party to divide into groups or for folk to find some privacy. Llanberis is a really good touring centre but also have several days' worth of attractions within waliking distance.
Ms Lawless
May 2005
Great house; beds and bedding all high standard. Clean and comfy. Great for my 30th! Well equipped.
Miss Oakley
March 2005
A great base for the surounding activities. Plenty of off road parking! The sauna was an added bonus.
Mr Douglas
March 2005
We all enjoyed the space this accommodation offered and it's comfortable surroundings ensured we had a very enjoyable break.
Dr De Vial
January 2005
It was a good weekend and the size of the house allowed us to have a great weekend with friends.
Mr Pink
December 2004
Great location views. We all enjoyed my birthday party. It was great to be able to seat everyone for dinner round one table. Sauna was lovely well used.
Mr Norman
December 2004
The house was lovely, everything looked/felt new. The dinning room is great, being able to sit everyone round the table together. The Sauna was a nice little extra and was taken advantage off. I took a walk to Aba Falls. This was lovely, particularly after the heavy rain. I will be going back to do this walk again.
Mr Slate
December 2004
Great house, fantastic location and plenty of room for the 15 people in our party.Would definitely recommend this place to any one planning a getaway either to catch up with a big group of friends or to experience the local attractions, of which there are many.
Mrs Walker
December 2004
We enjoyed the walks around the area, and we really enjoyed the trip up Snowdon, we had a very pleasant time. I honestly cannot fault the holiday, or the property.
Ms Thomas
December 2004
The cottage was advertised for 16 and 16 of us went - 9 children and 7 adults. There was plenty of space. The sitting room was very nice and comfy and there were plenty of bathrooms and lots of hot water - often an issue with that many children.We were in an ideal location and visited several wonderful walks and lovely beaches all within 40 minutes drive. And the village had all the shops and conveniences we could wish for.
Mr Mcloughlin
December 2004
Really well equipped property; very comfortable beds, which is not always the case with holiday accomodation. The sauna was a real bonus.
Mr James
December 2004
Spacious, well equipped owners helpful.
Dr Buckley
December 2004
Having enough space to get all the family together without feeling cramped.
Mrs Mitchell
December 2004
The scenery, facilities and the weather all combined to make this an excellent holiday. My family and I liked the holiday house, which provided very good accommodation for us. We could all gather together or do our own thing very easily, due to the layout. The sauna and log fire were favorite features. The kitchen was very well equipped.
Mrs Blakey Williams
December 2004
There was plenty of space in the property.All the beds were extremely comfortable.The kindness of the owners (brought logs for fire on Sat)Superbly equipped kitchen.Very comfortable lounge.The sauna - a fantastic extra after a hard days walk up Snowdon.The price !
Mrs Tsang
December 2004
It was nice to find a house large enough to accommodate the whole group at such an affordable price
Mr Rowe
December 2004
Nice to have large group (13) able to eat and sit together in the property
Ms Conyers
December 2004
The sauna! Easy access to off road cycle track for kids. Easy access toSnowdon
Mr Blunt
December 2004
The house is spacious and well-laid out, the village has all the useful amenities and the countryside is amazing. A walk through the slate quarries is highly recommended.
Mrs Ware
December 2004
We made a trip to Shell Island which is a fabulous beach with endless sand dunes and shells everywhere. The sauna in the property was lovely.The property was great and I have already recommended it to others.
Miss Guntrip
December 2004
The large lounge area and the sauna - perfect for a large group. Great location for some scrambling too!
Tell us about your rental experience while staying at Halford Hill. Let us know if the listing matched your expectations. You can share your comments about the location, property owner/manager and all the unique features that made your stay a memorable one.
From €859/weekly Check Availability