Bucolic Beginnings

Surrounded by farmlands, mountains, and valleys, this is a wonderful choice for those seeking a country escape. In this 19th-century converted barn, you can leave behind the daily grind and flourish in the bucolic surroundings of North Wales. Despite being in the heart of the verdant countryside, you’re just on the outskirts of Llangollen, a pretty town steeped in legend and beauty.

In such a gorgeous location, you can imagine how lovely your outdoor space is. Morning coffees are best enjoyed out here, swinging in the hanging egg chair or around the garden table. Then, you’ll love finishing off long walks through Dee Valley with a crisp glass of wine in the courtyard, letting the dog dart around the fenced-off paddock if they’re not yet tired out.

Inside, the interior is simple yet homely, with a glowing fireplace promising cosy evenings on the sofa – a glass of wine in one hand, a good book in the other. Or, you might enjoy nights around the farmhouse-style dining table, tucking into a home-cooked dinner while games of Monopoly roll on for hours. However you spend your evening, you’ll sleep blissfully in your cosy beds, before waking up to picturesque views down to Dee Valley and across the rolling mountains.

There’s a lot to discover in this idyllic slice of Wales. Explore the 13th-century Castell Dinas Bran, climb Llantysilio Mountain, swim beneath the Horseshoe Falls, and take walks through the valley. Llangollen itself is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, bursting with historical sites, cute tearooms, and classic pubs.

Home truths:
*There is unrestricted free on-street parking here
*One well-behaved dog is welcome to join you doing your stay – breed restrictions apply – they're not allowed upstairs or to be left on their own
*There are stairgates fitted to the top and bottom of the staircase
*Your host provides a welcome hamper of locally sourced treats
*This cottage is surrounded by working farms – your host asks that your dog is kept on a lead when exploring the area and you keep to the public footpaths
*You have private access to a section of your host's fenced-off paddock as well as your own courtyard
*The road leading up the home is very steep