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Bryn Elltyd
Bryn Elltyd
Guest House with 6 rooms £50-£92 prpnb
Tanygrisiau,
Near BLAENAU FFESTINIOG,
Gwynedd,
LL41 3TW
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Tanygrisiau,
Near BLAENAU FFESTINIOG,
Gwynedd,
LL41 3TW
Details
ECO....Bryn Elltyd is carbon neutral. All energy inputs from renewables, located in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park at the foot of the Moelwyn mountains, this is an ideal location to explore North Wales.
MORE details on web....www.ecoguesthouse.co.uk
Handy for BOUNCE BELOW and ZIP WORLD and LLECHWEDD slate quarry and GO- BELOW
Walk from the house or tour Snowdonia by car or public transport, activities locally include Ffestiniog Railway and Llechwedd Slate Mines.
Experience a warm, friendly atmosphere in a house that meets the criteria as an ecological and sustainable building. Solar array', green electricity, wood fires, re-used rainwater, turf roofs, ducks and artisan homemade bread each morning.
Winners of the Snowdonia Wildlife gardening competition (business section) and runners up in the Wales Sustainable Tourism Award.
• 1883 house with award winning ECO developments
• 3 electric car charge points inc Tesla since 2007
• Computer controlled biomass centeral heating intergrated with solar panel
• Solar electric arrays - solar thermal arrays
• Log burners
• Green Sauna
• Turf roofs
• Cosy sheeps wool insulation
• Own ducks and acre of grounds
• Some disabled wet rooms Talk to us. Daughter was a chair user.
• Dog friendly
• Centeral for Snowdonia
• Open access to mountains / rambles / Cwmorthin
• Steam train station 200m Tanygrisiau..Ffestiniog railway
web www.ecoguesthouse.co.uk
GREAT FOR KIDS
We are a great location with easy access to steam trains, Mine exploration, rambles, geocaching, and massive Zip world / Llechwedd slate quarry adventure hub all within 2miles.
Lots of nature in our 1 acre award winning mountain garden plus open access to mountains. Unusually due to the mines heritage and massive hydro plants there are track...tramways and " private " tarmac road very , very locally. One gated locked road goes 1.5 miles and 100ft up to 1800 above sea level all on tarmac. first half is do able by bold with a wheel chair.
Facilities:
Family Bedroom
Highchair Provided
Cot Provided
Wifi
Tv in all rooms
Board Games Provided / Children's Books
Child Friendly Activities Onsite/Nearby
Information provided about family attractions/things to do
All inclusive price (Dinner Bed & Breakfast)
ACCESSIBILITY / ELDERLY & LESS MOBILE
John has 7 years experience teaching in schools / colleges with all many forms of disability. No 3 at multimillion pound school. Plus teenage daughter was a chair user for 7 years.
We are NOT suitable for self powered. We have two wet rooms, 3 ground floor rooms and a wealth ideas from our 10 years in the area. All staff have completed 3 day first aid, qualified mountain leaders, John is canoe / kayak coach and qualified but rusty on Maketon and BSL.
We have large carparks with gravel surfaces and 3 Electric car charge points.
Facilities:
Wet Room
Ground Floor Bedroom
Ground Floor Bathroom
Elderly and Less Mobile
Part-time Wheelchair user
GREAT FOR COUPLES:
Speaks volumes.....2 marriage proposals in our Hobbit room. Set into mountainside with cosy sheep's wool lining and turf roof. WE are powered 100% by green energy and keep winning national eco competitions. Tested and graded by Visit Wales and several green organisations.
No spa but 100% green electric sauna.
Facilities:
Romantic / Bridal Suite Bedrooms
Provide 'extras' upon request e.g. champagne, chocolates, flowers etc.
Dinner Bed & Breakfast Price
King Sized Bed
Anniversary / Occasion Packages
Babymoon Packages I.e. Pre baby break
Honeymoon Packages
GREAT FOR WILDLIFE:
We have an acre of mountainside / garden that wins wildlife/eco awards. 3 SSSI's in the valley. Temperate rain forest. Moss and liverwort SSSI. Night jar and adders SSSI. Local chuffs. Osprey nest site 20mins away. Beach / sand dunes SSSI 25 mins.
Unique ex slate mines heritage / nature.
Declared a DARK Skies area.
Facilities:
Bird Watching / Wildlife Watching
Wildlife / Nature Reference Books
Nature Walks Onsite / Nearby
Binoculars
Fishing Opportunities Onsite / Nearby
Information provided on local wildlife
Bird Tables/ Hanging Feeders/ Nest Boxes Onsite
GETTING BACK TO NATURE:
100% powered by green , non nuclear energy
GOLD Green tourism accesment ...twice
Came 2nd to National Trust at Wales Green Energy awards.
Won UK wide Connsiderate Hotelier awards in London...twice
3 page "A" level question on us
3 Electric car charge points ( incl Tesla) for over 7 years all power by green electric.
Solar thermal,,,solar electric...£20K off cosy biomass central heating.
Orchard,,,veg plots...own ducks and bake bread each morning.
Within 300m is lake,,,trout fishing,,waterfalls,,,2 hydro plants,,,bouldering,,,,rock climbs,,,,steam translation ( 12 trains per day in high season Ffestiniog 1830' s steam railway, 13 miles long),,,,and a bus stop
Facilities:
Eco Friendly
Outdoor Fires Permitted / Chiminea
Wood Burning Stove / Open Fire
Remote / Rural Location
Detached Property
Uninterrupted Views
Local Produce Provided or Restaurants Available Nearby (Seasonal / Organic etc.)
Nature Reserves / Nature Walks Nearby
Scenic Walking Route / Cycle Routes Onsite / Nearby
GREAT FOR GET-TOGETHERS:
Large dining table make from tree 10 foot from the kitchen works well with 12, 10 is better. Log burner. We can cater,,,,external caterer,,,2 hinees,Indian, chip shop, kebab shop all within 2miles.
Two dining areas, two conservatories, acre of garden plus 5 benches. Wave to steam trains 50m away and get a toot.
Facilities:
Accommodate Small Groups 4-10
Accommodate Groups 10+
Communal Areas
Communal Eating Areas
Barbeque
Private Garden / Outdoor Seating Area
Provide inclusive packages (Dinner Bed & Breakfast)
Provide Information on local restaurants
Occasion Packages
Help with organising transport (Taxis, mini buses etc.)
Provide Information on activities / attractions for groups
Ample Parking
Evening meals and packed lunches by arrangement. 3 electric car points all fed on green electric. Tesla--Type 2--Type 1 EV points since 2012 with 100% success. Children welcome from any age.
Location and nearby places
Directions
Plan route using Google mapsMap reference: SH 682449 Lat: 52.98519 Long: -3.96474
By Car: From the Blaenau Ffestiniog roundabout, take A496, after 3/4 mile (follow the brown and white signs) turn right and immediate left, following the signs for Ffestiniog Railway and Ffestiniog Power Station, down the road with white railings. Past the lake, turn left and the house is on the right. We are on th elake, last building before the hydro power station.
By Train: There is a rail-link, from the main line at Llandudno Junction which is 2.59 hours with no changes to / from London Euston. From Llandudno, take the scenic Conwy Valley line to Blaenau Ffestiniog. One mile from the house - transport from the station by arrangement.
Also only 200m to Tanygrisiau Steam Train on the Ffestiniog Railway
Bus: Blaenau Clipper bus is 20m from Bryn Elltyd - service 4 times a day.
Facilities
Children welcome
Radio
Television
Satellite TV
Tea/coffee making in bedrooms
Unlicensed
Packed lunches provided
Special diets available
Lounge for residents' use
Ironing facilities
Conference facilities
Private parking
Garden
Totally non-smoking
Building of historical interest
Disabled facilities
Central heating
Electric shaver points
Television available
Sauna onsite
Fishing
Golf available (onsite or nearby)
Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted
Dogs/pets accepted by arrangement
Vegetarian diet available
Designated smoking area
WiFi or internet access
DVD player
CD player
Single sex groups welcomed
Evening meals
Hairdryer
High chairs available
Cots available
Real log/coal fires
Electric car charging point
Evening meals and packed lunches by arrangement. 3 electric car points all fed on green electric. Tesla--Type 2--Type 1 EV points since 2012 with 100% success. Children welcome from any age.
Self-Assessed Accessibility Details
Parking
Designated parking for guests with disabilities- Within 50 metres approx. of entrance
- Surface of the car park and pathway leading to entrance is
- Gravel
- Drop-off point for guests outside entrance
- Route from the parking area to the entrance:
- Has a ramp
Designated parking for guests with disabilitiesPublic Areas
- Level access (no steps/thresholds) or access by ramp or lift to:
- Entrance to reception
- One or more bedrooms
- Good contrast between the floor and wall
Bedrooms
- Bedroom furniture can be re-arranged if requested by guest
- Bedroom with non-allergenic bedding available
- Bathrooms available with:
- Separate shower unit
- Wet room
- Separate shower unit with support handrails available
- Separate shower unit with fixed shower seat or shower chair available
- Bedrooms available with en suite bathrooms suitable for guests who use a wheelchair
- Bedrooms available with separate, private or shared bathrooms suitable for guests who use a wheelchair
- Bathrooms available that have been specially adapted for wheelchair users
Entrance
- Steps to the main entrance
- 3Number of steps to entrance
- Entrance well lit
- Bell at main entrance
Dining
- Good contrast between the floor and walls
- Meals for guests with special dietary requirements can be provided:
- Sugar free (diabetic)
- Gluten free (coeliac)
- Lactose free (dairy free)
- Vegetarian
- Vegan
General
- Emergency evacuation procedures for guests with disabilities
- Staff have had disability awareness training
Notes
Breakfast / Dining Room: Breakfast can be served in level adjoining lounge that is part of the Wrysan Suite. Please note there may be cats! Bathrooms: 2 bedrooms are equipped with wet rooms/ All bedrooms are en suite. The Wrysgon Room is equipped with handrails. We are husband and wife at select establishment. All staff are first aid trained, qualified teacher with over 20years each, mountain leaders and had family member who use a chair for years. John has 7 years teaching in special school / Fe college of all maner of disability and taught in Maketon and BSL deaf qualified. He was Head of dept and then senior teacher at multi million pound disabled school. Contact us directly to talk to us about your needs
