Cartref

As seen in our new Holidays film - Set on a working farm at the base of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon), Cartref offers simple accommodation in a spectacular setting. Surrounded by rugged countryside and with excellent walking trails right on the doorstep, the cottage is a great base to discover all that Eryri (Snowdonia) has to offer. Inside, the cottage has a back-to-basics feel with a compact but cosy interior. Due to Cartref’s small size, there's no shower inside the cottage but there's a new outdoor shower and copper bath tub on the deck. You'll have a view of the neighbouring waterfalls as you bathe. Guests are also welcome to use the showers at the nearby campsite.

Wake up early and enjoy the panoramic views of the mountains and woodland, then grab your walking boots and head out onto the Watkins Path, one of the main trails up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon). Or you could go further afield to the Carneddau mountain range. After a day rambling over the hills, sit out on the garden seating to relax and watch the sunset.

If you feel like taking a break from hiking the trails, spend a day exploring the enchanting gardens at  Plas Newydd House or visit the Railway Museum at Penrhyn Castle. Just a short drive from the cottage, the town of Beddgelert offers an array of art galleries, shops, pubs and restaurants.

Children: Not suitable for children under 12.

Heating: Electric wall panel heaters included. 

Shower and Bath: There is an outdoor shower and bath on the deck, available to use from 1st April 2023. Guests will also have access to the nearby campsite shower block that is approximately 300 metres away. When they are closed there will be a key safe for guest use.

Parking: Access to Cartref from the campsite car park approximately 300m away and through 2 gates so guests should be reasonably active. 

Garden: Although there is no garden belonging to the cottage, it is set in an area of outstanding beauty amongst woodland on a hillside and surrounded by a grassy wooded area. There is a garden bench for guests to enjoy the views opposite.

Television: A television and DVD player are provided, but there is no reception so guests may wish to bring their own DVDs. 

Linen: A double duvet and four pillows are provided but guests will need to bring their own linen for these.

Utilities: While there is a microwave and two-ring hob for heating food, there is no cooker. There is also a small fridge.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm. 

Wild Escapes: Cartref is featured in our new travel book, Wild Escapes, available to buy online or in National Trust shops. From rugged coastline to secluded woodland, it's filled with inspiration from far-reaching corners of the UK for your next adventure.

Plastic Free Yr Wyddfa: Plastic Free Yr Wyddfa is an initiative organised by Eryri National Park to protect the mountain’s sustainable future. This cottage, and all National Trust holiday cottages in the national park have been awarded silver status in this plastic-free business programme, and we are making changes to work towards gold status.