The Old Post Office, on the outskirts of the historic slate mining town of Blaenau Ffestiniog, has been lovingly refurbished to a high standard. It's terraced garden and elevated seating area makes this property rather special. Situated in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park, it provides a wonderful base for exploring the area for couples, friends or a family. The Old Post Office sleeps 6 people and provides ample space for a comfortable stay. Two well-behaved dogs are also welcome in the cottage. A comprehensive information pack is provided, enabling guests to make the most of their stay and lots of little extras give the cottage a welcoming home from home stay. The town centre is a 15 minute walk from the cottage, however the friendly local pub is only a minute on foot. Walks are in abundance from the cottage, which is also ideally placed for numerous cycling paths and trails. With Snowdonia on the doorstep, and Anglesey and the Llyn Peninsula easily reached, this is a perfect family cottage for all to enjoy, whatever the time of year. Ground Floor: Guests enter the Old Post Office through a small porch into an open plan ground floor, tastefully decorated with stylish furnishings and a little quirkiness here and there. Views from the double fronted bay windows are stunning and the open plan provides plenty of space for togetherness. To your left is the lounge area with comfortable seating for up to 6, plenty of soft lighting and a wall mounted TV. There is a lovely feature slate fireplace housing a wood burning stove, ideal for a cosy night in after a long walk. To the right is the beautiful kitchen / dining area, great for whiling the night away over a glass of wine after a good meal with family or friends. The kitchen has a wonderful peninsula island, housing a gas cooking range, granite worktops, and under cupboard lighting, to set the mood for the evening. Appliances include large fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave, dishwasher and wine cooler. The kitchen is exceptionally well equipped with all the gadgets you might find at home and so those who like to cook wont be disappointed. The dining area has a table seating 6 and bench in the bay window to enjoy the view. The hall area includes a recess for coats and boots and the there is a back door leading to an outside storage area for bikes / kayaks and slate steps up to the main garden area. There is a secure bike lock (bring your own lock), hose for cleaning bikes, or the dog and access to a gate at the side of the house. First Floor: There are 3 good sized bedrooms and the master family bathroom upstairs. Stylishly decorated, each bedroom offers something different. All are furnished to a high standard, with comfy beds, luxury linen and towels with complimenting cushions and throws. Master Bedroom / En-suite Bathroom: Laura Ashley style decor, with duck egg tones, housing a king-size bed and stunning views of the Moelyn mountain range from the double bay windows. The en-suite has a shower, sink, toilet and heated towel rail. Bedroom two (double): The Buddha theme and soft grey/gold hues instil a sense of inner peace. This room has garden access out onto a lovely decked area. Bedroom three (twin): A spacious room, with great views, that has a nautical theme delighting both children and adults alike. Family bathroom: Large bath, with overhead shower. Heated towel rail. Outside space: The Old Post Office boasts a delightful tiered garden, where guests can enjoy alfresco dining with some amazing views encompassing the Vale of Ffestiniog, the Moelwyn mountain range and Stwlan Dam. The lower deck can be reached from the back bedroom or via slate steps from the ground floor. There is wooden garden furniture available and a large parasol, offering shade to this sun trap area. Steps take you up to the upper deck with has more garden furniture and amazing mountain views all round. Its a great place for a sun-downer, or star gazing. The decked areas twinkle at night with an array of solar powered lighting making it a lovely place for a night cap, in the warmer weather. Please note: The upper garden is accessed by a small number of step steps and therefore this area may be unsuitable of the elderly or inform. Children should be supervised in the garden at all times. Decking can be slippy in the wet and care should always be taken when accessing the garden. Parking: There is no official parking space for the cottage, however most of the time there is space for a least one car right outside, on the opposite side of the road. If not there is ample street parking close by. Short Breaks: We have a minimum of 7 nights during peak season however we welcome short breaks outside of this.