Luxury detached holiday cottage near Llanberis, Snowdonia

From Llanberis, about a mile from the cottage, ride on the Snowdon Mountain Railway – Britain’s highest rack railway – to the Summit of Mt. Snowdon 3,560ft (1,085m) the highest mountain in England and Wales and visit the newly opened £8.4m Summit Visitor Centre. Or take a leisurely train ride from Llanberis alongside Lake Padarn.

You can also ride on the newly extended Welsh Highland Railway from Caernarfon through the foothills of Snowdon then climbing to give spectacular views before descending to picturesque Beddgelert and then through the Aberglaslyn Pass which has been voted the Best View in Britain. The last section of track to Porthmadog is due to be opened in Autumn 2009. From 7 April to 20 September an open-topped bus (S197) runs daily between Beddgelert and Porthmadog.

In addition to the many Castles and Steam Railways there are Adventure Parks suiting all ages from 1yr. upwards, gardens and many National Trust Properties.

You can explore the scenery of Snowdonia, the Llyn Peninsula, Anglesey or the North Wales Coast. Go bird watching see Puffins, Ravens & Choughs at RSPB South Stack on Anglesey, Ospreys near Porthmadog or visit the RSPB Reserve at Conwy. You can also go walking, climbing, mountain biking, golfing or fishing. Local attractions include beautiful beaches; an 18-hole golf course on the edge of the Menai Straits and the renowned Plas Menai Water Sports Centre is nearby.

The peace and tranquillity combined with breathtaking scenery makes this an ideal location, whether you are just looking for a relaxing holiday, or a more active break, there is something for everyone.