Set within the curtilage of Plas Tirion, a Grade II* Tudor manor house, Y Bragdy enjoys privacy on the edge of an ancient apple orchard. It was built in 1498 as an early cruck-framed timber house and later used to brew ale when the big house was built in 1565. Saved from dereliction and lovingly restored over five years, the cottage is a rare survival, full of history and atmosphere. A true celebration of craftsmanship, the cottage has been repaired using original techniques and beautifully crafted materials, with hand-cut slates, and timber milled on-site from windblown trees. The comfortable, peaceful interior is filled with beautiful Welsh country antiques, handmade crafts, and local mill-woven textiles. It is kept warm and cosy with underfloor heating throughout, and a wood-burning stove in the living room, fuelled by logs from the owners' nearby woodland. The bedrooms and kitchen look over the orchard, which is filled with blossom and wildflowers in spring and summer. There are twenty acres of fields to walk in, with views down the Conwy Valley, and footpaths that lead to miles of woodland tracks.
Features
Accessibility
- Ground floor bedroom
Electric Vehicle Charging
- 3kW Socket
Family Friendly
- Washing machine
- High chair
General
- No pets
Heating
- Open fire / woodburner
Location
- Farm or rural location
Media & Technology
- Wifi broadband internet
Bed Layout
- Double bed
- Twin bedroom
In Detail
Wifi internet, underfloor heating and wood burner
Ground floor:
- Kitchen: Small but well equipped with fridge freezer, microwave, kettle, toaster, dishwasher, oven, induction hob, with a spacious dining area that looks out towards the orchard. Bi-folding doors open right out for fresh air dining and lead onto a timber terrace and an outdoor seating area alongside the orchard.
- Bathroom: Warm, light, well-fitted bathroom with a shower and a stone sink.
- Master bedroom: A comfortable, warm, light room with three windows, the view from the bed is straight into the orchard with its birdlife and wildflowers. This historic room has a rare surviving split Chestnut ceiling, and a restored plank and muntin oak screen. The double bed has a memory foam mattress and high quality organic, Fairtrade, cotton bedding.
- Lounge: A cosy area for reading or relaxing in front of the fire, windows front and back, with views towards the woodland, and a door that opens out into the cottage garden with a bench that catches the morning sun.
- Washing / Drying room: Opposite the cottage is a room where there is a washing machine and drying racks. There is an additional drying rack in the cottage, and pegs in the laundry room for drying wet coats. It’s also a good place to dry wet walking boots.
First floor:
- Second Bedroom: A sweet, cosy, restful bedroom, with twin single beds, memory foam mattress and high quality organic, Fairtrade, cotton bedding. This room has a wealth of historic features, including 500-year-old cruck frames and an original oak and plaster screen. Characterful little windows look over the orchard and the cottage garden of Plas Tirion.
Outside: Both the front door and the large kitchen doors open onto gravel garden and seating areas, which are full of wildflowers, cottage garden plants and seasonal pots of colourful flowers. The cottage is surrounded by a historic garden landscape on all sides - orchards, meadows, woodland and the cottage and formal gardens of Plas Tirion. From Y Bragdy you can walk up into our fields, with views up and down the beautiful Conwy Valley. You can charge your electric car via a dedicated 3-pin socket (slow 3kW) - payment arrangements are to be made directly with the owner.
Good to know
- Check in at : 17:00
- Check out by: 10:00
- Up to 4
- 7 nights from £1061 (based on 2 staying)
- Pets - Strictly no pets allowed
- Location
- Betws-y-Coed, Snowdonia National Park
- Nearby
- Snowdonia National Park. In just fifteen minutes you can be at Capel Curig, a good starting poi... Read more
- Infants - Welcome. However, no cot or high chair available
- Children - Welcome
- Be aware that there are several low beams and doorways that reflect the age of the property.
Bed Layout
- Double bed
- Twin bedroom
- Snowdonia National Park. In just fifteen minutes you can be at Capel Curig, a good starting point for both easy and challenging walking trails.
- Mountain biking - Y Bragdy looks towards the Gwydir forest across the valley, here you will find some of the best mountain bike trails in the UK.
- Go Below - underground caving and mine exploration trips - 5 miles (8 mins)
- Horse Riding - Anglesey Riding Stables, these excellent stables have well-schooled horses to suit all ages and abilities, with rides around the beautiful coastline of Anglesey - 40 mins (31 miles)
- Llechwedd Slate Caverns - 11 miles (28 mins)
- Steam Railways - at Llanberis, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Porthmadog and Snowdonia summit- all within easy driving distance.
- Betws y Coed - centre for outdoor activities, outdoor clothing and equipment shops, cafes, pubs and famous Cadwalladers Ice cream. - 3 miles (7 mins)
- Llanrwst - historic market town - good local provision shops, cafes and takeaways - 1 mile (5 mins)
- Trefriw Woollen Mill - traditional working mill - 4 miles (8 mins)
- Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant - National Trust, traditional C16th farmstead - 8 miles (15 mins)
- Dolwyddelan Castle - a nice walk with dramatic views over the Lledyr Valley once at the top - 7 miles (20 mins)
- Conwy - Castle and Plas Mawr - Historic market town with nice shops and places to eat, and three fantastic CADW run historic buildings to visit - the 700-year-old medieval castle, Plas Mawr, the finest example of an Elizabethan townhouse in Britain, as well as the smallest house in Great Britain! 15 miles (24 mins)
- Bodnant Gardens - open in all seasons and worth a visit at any time of year - 8 miles (13 mins)
- Zip World Fforest - Brilliant fun for the whole family just a very short drive or even a walk away! In a stunning forest location just above Betws-y-coed, you will find an alpine coaster, bouncing treetop nets for little ones, zip lines and adventure courses for both children and adults, Europe's highest giant swing, and a 100 ft high plummet for those brave enough! - 3 miles (5 mins)
- Adventure Park Snowdonia - adventure park with indoor and outdoor activities, a world-leading outdoor surf lagoon, indoor climbing, indoor adventure courses, indoor caving and soft play for little ones. Paddleboarding and gorge walking can be booked with APS - 5 miles (11 mins).
- Beaches - golden sands can be found at Llandudno, and gorgeous beaches of Newborough on Anglesey and Borth-y-gest are a 40-minute drive away, for sea swimming, beach walks and play on the beach.
Reviews
Cyr P,
2026
Our stay at Y Bragdy was truly exceptional. Being able to stay in a house with a history dating back to 1498 was incredibly impressive. It is clear that the property has been preserved for future generations with the utmost respect for its craftsmanship and heritage. The fresh flowers and the warm, welcoming owners made us feel right at home.
ami S,
2026
We really loved y bragdy. Immediately felt at home, the building was so interesting we'd just sit and look at it and ponder the journey of its restoration. It had all we needed and the location was great for us, masses to see and do in close proximity. The effort that's been put into the spaces and furnishings is clear, and really appreciated, from the flowers to the thoughtfully chosen furniture. A great spot and I really recommend a stay! Ami and Keith.
Eric R,
2026
Y Bragdy is a very high quality restoration in a beautiful setting with friendly and helpful hosts. We loved our stay there, the house is gorgeous warm and cosy and stocked with everything you need, the bed is really comfortable too. We were made to feel welcome and it is was great to chat about the restoration and history, and places to visit. We'd love to back again sometime.
Renée S,
2026
What a lovely stay at Y Bragdy and a warm welcome by Ned and Sophie. The renovation was done with extraordinary attention to detail and comfort. Fresh flowers in each room. We got weather-lucky and explored Anglesey and Conwy from our home for the weekend. Y Bragdy is well situated for all sorts of activities and day trips. Definitely recommended.
Sioned R,
2026
Lle hyfryd i aros! The wild flowers in each room were particularly appreciated. History, simplicity and comfort combined. Diolch yn fawr! Sioned
David Y,
2026
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Y Bragdy. It is full of character and at the same time very comfortable. A peaceful location but also convenient to explore the local area, enjoying the beauty of the Conwy valley.
Roger M,
2025
Ned and Sophie made us feel so welcome-shortbread and craft beer on the kitchen table on arrival.The cottage is a homely,perfect work of art.Magical,peaceful and full of echoes of a lovingly restored past.It is an oasis of calm and the perfect base from which to explore.10/10-a super place to stay.Highly,highly recommended.
Judith White W,
2025
A lovely three nights at Y Bragdy. The cottage was comfortable, clean and very welcoming. Even though the weather was unkind we really enjoyed our time there and it made a useful stopping off point on our way home from Pembrokeshire. Once again, many thanks to Ned and Sophie for creating such a calm and peaceful space. Heartfelt good wishes to them both.
susan P,
2025
Great place, the cottage is beautifully renovated in a quiet setting and has all you need for a great stay. We found fresh flowers in all the rooms,the bed was comfy and the cottage warm. There is a log fire with wood provided for cosy nights in a comfy sitting room. We hired mountain bikes and there is a secure shed opposite the cottage to keep them in and also houses a washing machine for those muddy days. Good location to access many of snowdonia attractions and also easy drive for a night out in Conwy.
MANDY T,
2025
Under the Thatch are a wonderful company to book with, so helpful with clear instructions, got back to me straight away with any queries I had. The cottage I booked Y Bragdy was beautiful. Exactly as described. Quiet, clean, stocked with everything you could possibly need for self catering, warm, comfortable and the owners, who are so friendly are just up the drive. The nearby town of Betwys Y Coed is so picturesque with good places to eat. Would definitely go there again.
Eva B,
2025
We had such a lovely time at this beautiful and unique cottage - it's beautifully decorated, with plenty of space to enjoy meals in the kitchen and a cosy sitting room for relaxing by the fire. All in a great location for getting out into Snowdonia.
Robert M,
2025
Cottage was like being at home .. very comfortable and characterful too extremely well thought out We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and watching the bats in the evening coming out of the barn .
Janice J,
2025
Cottage exceeded my expectations blending old and new design seemlessly. Comfy bed, matching cutlery and crockery, immaculately clean washing up bowl, big fridge with freezer, plenty of logs & kindling. Did not meet Sophie but Ned was very friendly and helpful. Information booklet provided gave simplistic instructions on how to use appliances, much better than trying to wade through an instruction manual. A good central location for visiting the various sights of Eryri. (Snowdonia).
Allison L,
2025
The cottage is beautiful. Absolute credit to our hosts, Sophie and Ned. It is clear that both love and talent has informed the restoration and they have created a truly beautiful place. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to return.
Rene S,
2025
Y Bragdy is a beautifully renovated cottage. Nice and quiet, with a well stocked kitchen and a bathroom with an enjoyable rain shower. We loved being there. It’s the perfect spot from where to discover the North of Wales. The proprietors are very friendly and helpful. I would recommend Y Bragdy to my friends 100%
Bec S,
2025
Such a beautifully restored cottage steeped in history with every attention paid to detail and comfort. We loved our few days stay at Y Bragdy. The cottage is warm and cosy to return to after a long day in the mountains. We only travelled 40 minutes but could have been a world away, surrounded by the birds, trees, peace and calm Thankyou we will be back
Nathan B,
2025
Fantastic place to stay for our family (2 adults and a child). Really characterful and peaceful - clearly a labour of love.
Gwynn H,
2025
Wow! What a wonderful place. Ned and Sophie, our most gracious hosts, have lovingly and sympathetically restored this ancient cottage (once derelict), and done a tremendous job. We were looking for a character cottage in a peaceful setting and this did not disappoint. The log burner was our TV and there was a very generous supply of logs provided. We enjoyed the ambiance, admiring the beamed ceiling in the lounge, watching the log fire and listening to medieval music. The attention to detail with freshly cut flowers in every room was very much appreciated – what a wonderful touch! It felt so homely and very welcoming, modern day comforts with the splendour of the traditional charm of bygone days. The bed was very comfy too. The cottage certainly was worth every penny. We also appreciated the complimentary beers and waffles – lovely! It was very interesting to learn of Ned’s numerous other projects and his wealth of expertise in the field of restoration. However, the icing on the cake was a visit from the adorable, very fluffy Charlie, the inquisitive family cat and that just made the holiday complete! Purr-fect!! Thank you Ned and Sophie for a wonderful retreat. Diolch yn fawr!
Shahram A,
2025
An amazing host, right from the time of booking to leaving this wonderful lovingly restored cottage. It is like going back in time but with the comforts of the modern day. Well-heated, cosy and welcoming cottage. Many thanks to the considerate accommodating hosts.
Richard S,
2025
Cottage absolutely beautiful and set in idyllic setting in the heart of Snowdonia. Thoroughly recommend.
Helen L,
2025
What an extraordinary and beautiful place. There is a very special atmosphere in the cottage: so peaceful today and such a complex history. The restoration of the house is wonderful as is the location.
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