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Hen Stabl - A charming 18th century stone character stables conversion

Family-friendly cottage in Llanfair

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In the heart of Snowdonia National Park, Hen Stabl offers a charming retreat. This 18th-century stone cottage boasts an open-plan living area with high ceilings, two bedrooms, and ample parking. Unwind in the large garden with seating areas or take a short walk to explore stunning beaches or mountain ranges.

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Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 470 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hen Stabl - A charming 18th century stone character stables conversion

Hen Stabl is an 18th century stone cottage located within the Snowdonia National Park. Originally the cottage was built as the stables to the parish house of Llanfair. Hen Stabl was saved from ruin and refurbished in the late 1990's by order of Snowdonia National Park due to it's significant historic interest to the village of Llanfair.

The living accommodation at Hen Stabl has been totally refurbished over the past eighteen months to include newly fitted kitchen and bathroom. The layout to Hen Stabl is quirky and on the ground floor you will find two bedrooms, and a bathroom leading from a large hallway. On the first floor is the living accommodation with its high vaulted ceiling, it’s a sociable open plan living space consisting of lounge, dining area and kitchen.

There is ample on road parking at the front of the cottage.

Hen Stabl stands in an enviable location for anyone wanting to explore the Snowdonia National Park, the stunning beaches of Harlech and Llandanwg are only a 10/15 minute walk from the front door. At the rear of the cottage there is a large garden with several seating areas which is shared with our second holiday cottage, Ty Golchi, there is a direct footpath approximately 50 meters from Hen Stabl leading to the hills and mountain range of Rhinog Fawr.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Hen Stabl is a none smoking cottage

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 753 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Dogs not to be left unsupervised

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Hen Stabl is a none smoking cottage

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Llanfair, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Harlech Castle and Y Lasynys Fawr are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Eryri National Park and Twyni Llandanwg Sand Dunes. Travelling with kids? Consider Hufenfa'r Castell and Aber Artro Hall Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Harlech travel guide
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Llanfair, Wales

What's nearby

  • Snowdonia National Park showing tranquil scenes and mountains
    Eryri National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A view of Harlech Castle
    Harlech Castle
    4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Llandanwg Beach
    3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Royal St. David's Golf Club
    3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Traeth Llandanwg Beach
    7 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Pensarn Station
    14 min walk
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon)
    150 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Australia
    19 min drive
  • Mash and Barrel
    26 min drive
  • Spooner's Grill, Café & Bar
    19 min drive
  • Caffi Glas
    20 min drive
  • Castle Creamery
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hen Stabl - A charming 18th century stone character stables conversion pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hen Stabl - A charming 18th century stone character stables conversion?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hen Stabl - A charming 18th century stone character stables conversion?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hen Stabl - A charming 18th century stone character stables conversion?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hen Stabl - A charming 18th century stone character stables conversion located?

This family-friendly Llanfair cottage is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Pensarn Harbour, Llandanwg Beach and Traeth Llandanwg Beach. Cardigan Bay and Twyni Llandanwg Sand Dunes are also within 1 mile (2 km). Pensarn Station is 14 minutes by foot and Llandanwg Station is 19 minutes.

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Hen Stabl - A charming 18th century stone character stables conversion Reviews

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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

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Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location, fabulous property. A real gem

We loved our stay here. Close to the beach and the castle.The property itself it beautifully finished and the garden space was fantastic! Hosts were friendly and helpful.We will definitely be back to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous property in North Wales

What an amazing find. Superb place to stay close to all the North Wales sights we had on our list! Property was beautifully clean, stylish, fully equipped and with a lovely huge garden. We have stayed in a lot of great Vrbo properties and this is one of our favourites.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicky C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous stay, fantastic property.

Beautiful cottage, warm, welcoming and cosy with everything you need, lots of quirky touches. Amazing shared garden with lots of sitting places. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pip H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem in Harlech

We had a wonderful stay- the cottage was extremely clean, well equipped and modern inside with a stunning garden. Will hopefully be back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little gem

Beautiful presented property with lovely landscape gardens with lots of seating areas which the owner allows you to use . Immaculate inside with lovely decor and furnishings. Good location with Harlech only 4 minutes away in the car and a nice pub a few minutes away . (The Victoria inn ) . Will definitely return and stop here again . Gary the host was full of knowledge of the area and very helpful .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hen Stabl

Perfect little get away property, very well maintained. Clean with all the expected amenities. The local welcome gifts were a nice touch. Location was perfect for the beach and access to local sights. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bharan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to beach

Very cozy cottage for family of 4. Beach and plenty of attractions near by.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gemma W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas stay

We had an amazing stay for Christmas, the cottage was beautifully decorated with Christmas music playing on our arrival. It had everything we needed for a family of four and is in a beautiful location for beach and hill walk, and Gary was on hand of we needed anything We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dieter V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Beautiful accommodation, very nice owners, perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway in Harlech

A great cosy cottage within walking distance of beach and Harlech. A short drive to Barmouth and great walks (coastal, mountains, waterfalls) .
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alex m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Amazing property,, fully equipped, extremely clean and tidy. Very good location and surroundings beautiful back garden. Hopefully we will be back in the future and I can't recommend enough.Thank you Gary. Thank you Gary
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sisters trip

Property was amazing, exactly as advertised, had everything you could possibly need. In great place for exploring countryside & within walking distance of 2 amazing clean sandy beaches . Would def go again, highly recommend. Owners friendly & very helpful, also own great deli in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hen Stabl Cottage - Harlech

We as a family really enjoyed our stay at Hen Stabl, the cottage is immaculate and done to a really nice standard. A great location with some nice local walks down to the beach. Gary as a host was great, really welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hen Stabl

Such a beautiful property, really clean and welcoming. Great location for exploring. Gorgeous gardens. Really homely yet stylish. Kitchen was incredibly well equipped given the size. Couldn’t fault anything, stunning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Stay in Harlech

We had a wonderful experience in this special rental. The host was so kind and space was perfect for us. We enjoyed the nearby town, castle, an Afternoon Tea in Port Meirion and a day trip up to Holyhead and Llandudno. We wished we'd had more time this trip to take in the local hiking and lots of other spots. Thanks so much for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kath M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing short break

Excellent communication from the host. Spotlessly clean and beautifully presented cottage. Had everything we needed, great quiet location close to everywhere we needed. The sun shone and we had an amazing time with great family memories made.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hen Stable

Lovely cottage, looks smaller on the outside. It is very well equipped and well furnished. Location was brilliant! Would live to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

beautiful cottage and wonderful landscape

we enjoyed the cottage and the wonderful area very much. Vercy clean, modern and comfortable cottage and a very friendly owner! Beautfiful beach nearby (just a few minutes footwalk) and the impressing landscape of snowdonia! We will come back!!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lowra Esposito S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

St

Where to start, beautiful property. The location was spot on, the cottage is amazing. The inside was spotless spotless. Everything about it was faultless. Gary the host was very welcoming. Will definitely return.. Thank you for making our stay so special.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First family holiday…

Lovely property to stay at with a large back garden for the kids to run around in. Good location in terms of access to beaches and other places, such as Portmeirion and Porthmadog. Gary was an excellent host and was always at hand if we needed anything. Would definitely stay in this accommodation and location again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mum D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home from Home!

The house is an old cottage which has been modernised to give an upstairs living area and downstairs sleeping which is perfect for affording views of the breathtaking surrounding area.The attention to detail within the home is gorgeous from the bedding and soft furnishings to the furniture placing and kitchen accessories, there is nothing additional we could have asked for.It enabled a totally restful break.The Harlech Deli and the view as you leave the house at the top of the road are things we will never tire of!We would recommend whole heartedly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

One word - Amazing!

We stayed over Christmas - it was an amazing little place to get away from the city and spend quite time with the family, very cosy! Also looks like a great place to visit in summer, close to beach, sailing, trail walks and sight seeing locations. Great for a small family I.e. couple with two kids or even a couples getaway. Furnishings are really nicely done too and a kitchen with everything you need!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Every comfort

We loved having access to the mountains and the sea. Harlech is a charming village. The host provided local treats and staples. He was vey responsive to our needs. We hated to leave!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely holiday home

Highly recommend Hen Stabl. Gorgeous, comfortable, well designed accommodation with great attention to detail. One of the nicest we have stayed in. Great location to beautiful local beaches and good access to Snowdon. Gary was very welcoming and responsive to messages. 100% recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Everything about our stay was wonderful. We toured all over northern Wales and it was such a joy to return to our cozy accommodation at the end of each day. Loved every minute. There was a bunch of yummy goodies waiting for us when we checked in. The hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024