Sleeps 16 in 10 bedrooms

Built and occupied by the Nanney-Wynn family for over eight centuries, Llanfendigaid (which translates as "Parish of the Blessed") occupies a superb position half a mile from the sea in the southern end of Snowdonia National Park near the famous mountain Cader Idris.

This magnificent and very comfortable family home is set in an acre of lovely wooded gardens. It is surrounded by a further three acres of shared grounds and the owner's extensive 300 acres of farmland with magnificent views of beautiful scenery - and there is access to a sand and shingle beach nearby and shared use (with Ty-fendigaid) of a 24' x 12' indoor heated swimming pool. It was originally built in the 13th century, the house was renovated to its present design in 1746.

The interior has been more recently improved whilst retaining its character; it boasts panelled walls, antiques, fine family portraits and a number of interesting items collected during travels around the world over the last 200 years. The history of the house and family is documented for visitors to read. Excellent opportunities abound nearby for walking, bird watching, climbing and cycling (mountain bikes are available for hire). Nearby Tywyn (5 miles) has a swimming pool, a sand and shingle beach and is the terminal of the Talyllyn Railway, one of the famous "Little Trains of Wales". Aberdyfi (7 miles) has a first rate golf course and 5 miles of golden sand and dunes and pony trekking is available in nearby Arthog.

Electricity, partial oil central heating and Aga cooker (oil charged by actual usage according to flowmeter reading), 2 wood burning stoves, electric heaters, ample parking, 2 colour TVs, Video, DVD, Sky Digital TV, Stereo, payphone (01654 710501), Auto washing machine/dryer, microwave, dishwasher, large fridge and freezer, garden with furniture & barbecue, croquet lawn, use of owner's 300 acres of farmland, full size pool table, wheelchair access, duvets with linen, towels for overseas visitors only. Electricity charged by meter reading according to actual usage. Sorry - no pets.

Bedroom layout:
Ground floor: 1 small single
First floor: 4 doubles and 1 single
Second floor: 3 twins and a small single.

Bathrooms
Llanfendigaid has a shower room/loo/basin on the ground floor, a large bathroom with large bath shower & basin + a separate loo + another large shower room with loo/basin on the second floor, a bathroom with loo & basin on the top floor and one double bedroom has its own basin.

Towels are included from Jan '07 as are utilities between Easter and October.

The picture below shows the Dysynni Valley towards Cader Idris and the Bird Rock where cormorants nest, most unusually, far inland.