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Located in Eryri,/ Snowdonia Yr Hen Farcdy B&B offers guests easy access to the multitude of natural attractions that Snowdonia has to offer. The region is renowned for its picturesque landscapes, from rugged mountains and serene lakes to verdant valleys and dense forests. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a range of activities, such as hiking, mountain biking, and bird watching, while also taking in the stunning views that this area has to offer.
Just a short drive away, the rest of Snowdonia National Park unfolds. Here, guests can undertake a range of outdoor adventures, from challenging hikes up Mount Snowdon, the highest peak in England 7 Wales , to more leisurely walks through serene valleys and around crystal-clear lakes. After a day of exploring the natural beauty of Snowdonia, guests can look forward to returning to the comfort and hospitality of Yr Hen Farcdy Bed and Breakfast, making it an ideal base for their Welsh getaway.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 69 feet / 21.1 metres above sea level
Carreg Wen Beach
Near Porthmadog - a sandy composition 3.8 miles away. A small but very pleasant beach of fine sand forming a typical Bay shape backed by vegetation and large rocks at either End. Very near the mouth of the Afon (river) Dwyrdd as it flows out from Porthmadog into the Tremadog Bay.
Harlech Beach
Near Harlech - a sandy composition 4.9 miles away. A lenghty 4 mile long beach running from Harlech in the south, north to Harlech Point and the Afon Dwyyd (River Dwyryd). The beach is backed by sand dunes and good for bathing and kite surfing. Look to the north and you will see the Snowdonia mountain rang in the distance.
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Garden
Outside Seating
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Garden
Outside Seating
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Fishing
Golf
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Caernarfon Airport Caernarfon Gwynedd
LL54 5TP
17.6 miles Anglesey Airport
Llanfair yn Neubwll Isle of Anglesey
LL65 3NX
31.0 miles
Motorways
M56 Junction 16 Hoylake, Chester , Birkenhead
51.4 miles M53 Junction 4
Bebington, Bromborough, Clatterbridge, Neston
51.7 miles M53 Junction 2
West Kirby,Moreton
52.0 miles
Railway Stations
Llandecwyn station code = LLC
LL47 6YN
0.4 miles Talsarnau
station code = TAL
LL47 6UA
1.0 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near Yr Hen Farcdy Bed and breakfast Talsarnau
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Portmeirion -
LL48 6ER
SH 58956 37175
= beginning.lamppost.edge Hotels nearby. 31 minutes walk
LL48 6ER
SH 58956 37175
= beginning.lamppost.edge Hotels nearby.
A tourist destination - a Mediterranean styled village with buildings designed to a smaller scale than normal - Famed for the TV series the Prisoner
2.1m / 3.4km -
Porthmadog Golf Club -
LL49 9UU
SH 54964 37154
= innovator.duck.sweetener Hotels nearby.
4.6m / 7.4km
LL49 9UU
SH 54964 37154
= innovator.duck.sweetener Hotels nearby.
Llyn Mair -
LL41 3AQ
SH 65244 41245
= tasteful.carefully.rules Hotels nearby. 47 minutes walk
LL41 3AQ
SH 65244 41245
= tasteful.carefully.rules Hotels nearby.
A man made lake with a car park, ideal for walking & pleasant views. The Ffestiniog Railway runs close by. With a picnic area and nature reserve close by
3.1m / 5km -
Royal St. Davids Golf Club -
LL46 2UB
SH 57788 31128
= billiard.unusable.ignoring Hotels nearby.
LL46 2UB
SH 57788 31128
= billiard.unusable.ignoring Hotels nearby.
An 18 hole, links golf course over 6629 yards on the Snowdonia National Parks west coast close to Harlech Town Centre.
4.6m / 7.4km
Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways -
LL49 9NF
SH 56650 39192
= rings.imagined.walls Hotels nearby. 56 minutes walk
LL49 9NF
SH 56650 39192
= rings.imagined.walls Hotels nearby.
With two narrow gauge steam railways terminating in Porthmadog, the Welsh Highland Railway runs through a scenic route to Caernarfon and the Ffestiniog Railway runs to the slate mining region of Blaenau Ffestiniog
3.7m / 6km -
Stwlan Dam -
LL41 3TP
SH 66483 44398
= lush.obtain.label Hotels nearby.
LL41 3TP
SH 66483 44398
= lush.obtain.label Hotels nearby.
Located high up in the Snowdon mountains at 1,650 feet it, originally a small Corrie (lake) and dammed for the Ffestiniog Hydro-Electric pumped storage scheme. It is reached by a series of narrow hairpin bends, the trek is worth it with great views of the Moelwyn range and down into the Vale of Ffestiniog
5.2m / 8.4km
Aberglaslyn Pass -
LL55 4YG
SH 59228 46894
= bound.endlessly.expand Hotels nearby.
LL55 4YG
SH 59228 46894
= bound.endlessly.expand Hotels nearby.
A spectacular mountain pass on the A498 road south of Beddgelert, This is not a steep pass by any means but known for its beauty. The location is placed at a parking spot on the main rod
6.4m / 10.3km
Harlech Castle -
LL46 2YH
SH 58110 31288
= repeating.volcano.gloom Hotels nearby.
LL46 2YH
SH 58110 31288
= repeating.volcano.gloom Hotels nearby.
Harlech Castle is a Grade I-listed medieval castle located within the stunning scenery of the Snowdonia National Park pearched on the coast with views of nearby Mountain ranges and the sea. The castle though ruined, is still very substantial and is still impressive.
4.5m / 7.2km -
Cwmorthin Waterfall -
LL41 3ST
SH 68241 45489
= feasting.megawatt.perkily Hotels nearby.
6.4m / 10.3km
LL41 3ST
SH 68241 45489
= feasting.megawatt.perkily Hotels nearby.
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Hotel Portmeirion & Castell Deudraeth - Penrhyndeudraeth - 1.85
Gwrach Ynys Country Guest House - Harlech - 2.80
Plas Tan y Bwlch - Maentwrog - 2.97
Premier Inn Porthmadog - Porthmadog - 3.26
The Oakeley Arms - Maentwrog - 3.32
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this Bed and breakfast?
The Harlech Beach is 4.9 miles from this Bed and breakfast. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions