The Old Village School
Nestles on the Edge of a Delightful Small Welsh Village, 20 Mins from North Wales Coast
Sleeps 10 (5 Bedrooms)
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This impressive country house, built in 1890 as the village school, nestles on the edge of a delightful small Welsh village amidst open countryside, rolling hills and with delightful scenic views. Following a 4 year renovation project to convert the property from a vacant 9 bedroom care home, the property now provides spacious yet comfortable accommodation for 10 guests. A 20 minute drive to the North Wales coastal towns of Abergele and Colwyn Bay, and onto Llandudno and Angelsey. A 30 minute drive in the other direction gets you across to Betws-y-Coed, and into the Snowdonia National Park. There are over 14 castles and gardens within a 15-60 minute drive of the property, over 15 golf courses within a 15-45 minute drive, beaches within 20-30 minute drive. The village also has an abundance of walks on the doorstep.
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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 2 June 2012 - 9 June 2012 | £1250 | 7 | ||
| 9 June 2012 - 14 July 2012 | £1000 | 7 | ||
| 14 July 2012 - 8 September 2012 | £1200 | 7 | ||
| 8 September 2012 - 29 September 2012 | £1000 | 7 |
Notes on prices
Prices are in UK Pounds per week (7 nights) and include rental, heating, electricity, logs, use of cutlery, crockery, bedlinen and towels.
Long weekends / short breaks from £650, off peak periods only.
No pets, no smoking in the property.
Changeover day
Generally starting at 3pm on Saturday, leaving by 10am following Saturday. Can be flexible.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Room 1 (Dream) four poster king size bed, en-suite, cotbed. Room 2 (Orange) double bed, single bed, en-suite. Room 3 (Lavender) king size bed, single bed, cotbed. Room 4 (Caribbean) bunk beds. Room 5 (Safari) on ground floor with double bed. |
| Bathrooms: | Family Bathroom with multi-jet power shower, double ended bath, washbasin and WC. Bedroom 1 en-suite with bath, washbasin and WC. Bedroom 2 en-suite with bath, washbasin and WC (Power shower on way). Groundfloor cloakroom with washbasin and WC. |
| Kitchen: | Spacious well equipped kitchen measuring 18ft x 19ft, with large 8ft table, Aga Rangemaster electric double oven, grill and ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, and large fridge freezer. |
| Utility Room: | Separate washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge and freezer. Iron and ironing board. |
| Living Rooms: | Sun lounge with triple aspect panoramic views, CD player and TV. Ground floor lounge with wood-burning stove and Sky freeview. Reception, a large living room, outside kitchen area with CD player. |
| Other: | Library with desk, chair, books, videos and games. Playroom with dartboard, table football game and variety of childrens toys. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Bedlinen and towels provided clean at the start of your holiday. |
| Amenities/Facilities: | hob/stove oven fridge/freezer fridge microwave dishwasher washing machine tumble dryer iron/ironing board satellite tv tv central heating cot |
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Notes on accommodation
We are sorry but we do not allow smoking under any circumstances.
Accessibility
The property is approached via the front courtyard, with a few steps leading up to the front door and a step down into the hallway. The property contains three staircases - the main staircase to three bedrooms and family bathroom, a second staircase to the sun lounge and library, and the third staircase to the orange bedroom and en-suite. The garden has gravel paths and two gravel patios, with steps leading up to a further gravel patio and terraced garden. Children should be supervised.
Outside
Landscaped gardens with 2 picnic tables, benches and chairs for admiring the wonderful views.
Coast/Beach
Within a 30 minute drive, the following beaches are shingle at high tide, with the sandy beaches showing as the tide goes out: Pensarn beach, promenade and amusement arcade – Abergele. Old Colwyn, Colwyn Bay and Rhos-on-Sea promenade and beaches. West Shore and North Shore beaches, promenade and children’s paddling pool in Llandudno.
Golf
Access to over 15 golf courses within a 15-45 minute drive - see owners website for details. Courses include: Silver Birch Golf Course, Betws-yn-Rhos (01492 549100). Abergele Golf Club (01745 824034). Llandundo (Maesdu) Golf Club (01492 876450). North Wales Golf Club, Llandudno (01492 875325). Old Colwyn Golf Club (01492 515581). Rhos-on-Sea Golf club (01492 549100).
Skiing
Half an hour drive to the Llandudno Ski and Snowboard Center, 01492 874707.
Travel
A railway line runs along the North Wales coast, the nearest station is Abergele, although more trains stop at the next station in Colwyn Bay – which has a taxi rank outside the station. The local Post Office has a notice board showing local bus times, for travel to the coast or inland towards Denbigh.
Distances
Denbigh moors and resevoir, 2 miles (5 mins). Llyn Brenig resevoir, visitor center and childrens play area, 4 miles (10 mins). Denbigh, 9 miles (15 mins). Abergele, 9 miles (17 mins). Colwyn Bay, 15 miles (27 mins). Llandudno, 20 miles (38 mins). Chester, 42 miles (45 mins). Betws-y-Coed, 17 miles (32 mins). Snowdon, 31 miles (45 mins).
Further details
North Wales has attractions to suit all. There are over 14 castles and gardens within a 15-60 minute drive of the property, over 15 golf courses within a 15-45 minute drive, beaches within 20-30 minute drive. The village also has an abundance of walks on the doorstep. The village playing field is great for kids, and a shallow river running through the village is great for paddling or moments of reflection. Shopping is also easy,and when travelling to the property from the North, continue through Abergele, for a Tesco. When travelling to the property from the South, you will pass a Tesco and Somerfield in Ruthin, and you will pass a Morrisons in Denbigh. If you shop on-line, Tesco Online deliver to the village.
Booking notes
20% deposit required on booking, final settlement 8 weeks prior to commencement of holiday. Returnable breakage and cleaning deposit £300. We will meet you on arrival, to show you around the property and answer any questions you may have.
Guest comments
'A real dream. Will certainly recommend to friends who wish to have a proper relaxing time in a perfect property and stunning setting. Thank you so much'.
'It is one of the best cottages we have stayed in, and certainly the biggest'.
'The property surpassed all our expectations'.
'The location is very handy and central to all the North Wales attractions'.
'Village playing field was great and helped to amuse the children and tire them out!'.
For booking and further information
Property Ref W52
Paul Birkenhead
Mobile: (UK) + 44 (0)771 878 1384
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