The Old School Caeathro has been recently renovated and lovingly converted to three stylish holiday homes, Eryri in the Old School Caeathro Sleeps six . It has all mod cons but retains its old charms . Its central location makes it ideal for touring all the main tourist attractions in North Wales. Whether outdoor activities, beeches, mountains , culture or historic sites you are looking for , they are all close by. We take up to two well behave dogs for ÂŁ30 each per stay.
The space
There are two double bedrooms and a bathroom with toilet and sink upstairs. The ceilings are sloped, floors are natural varnished wood. The back room has two velux roof windows and the front bedroom has a large arched window and two velux windows. The roof windows have black out blinds. The bedrooms are warm cosy but very light. The beds are double and low because of the sloped ceilings.
The third bedroom is down stairs it is smaller and has bunk beds, great for children but sturdy enough for adults too.
The main bathroom with small bath and shower is downstairs. Both bathrooms are tiled on the walls and floors, so be careful not to slip if it is wet.
The living area, is large, open and light, and has the old original wooden block flooring, The open wooden stairs go up from this room to the bedrooms. The stylish, modern, cream painted kitchen, has everything you need and is to one side and living area. To the other side is the sitting area with lovely fireplace, and plenty of seating on the two modern leather sofas.There is a flat screen free view television, books, dvds, tourist info, music cds, and wi fi, for your entertainment. The dinning area sits in the centre, the table sits six and can be pulled out to make it larger.
This open room is great when you all want to be together on holiday, you can cook, watch t.v, chat, use the wi fi etc in the same space.
Heating and water are electric and this is included.
The designated patio area is to the back of the property, Snowdon the second of the three properties has a designated area close to it and this can be used as a large communal space for both properties if friends or family book together. There is a separate private enclosed garden if you want privacy.The third property Yr Wyddfa has a separate enclosed patio area too. There is a table and chairs and barbeque for each property.
You can book the properties together for a bigger group. Snowdon sleeps four, and Yr wyddfa sleeps six. So parties of 2,4, 6, 10, 12 or 16 can be accommodated.Please see further entries for Snowdon, and Yr Wydffa at the Oldschool, or request details of these properties from the owner.
Guest access
Each property has free Wi Fi, free view T.V.,tourist information, DVDS, CDS, books for your use. Barbeque and outside tables and chairs. The kitchens are very well equipped. Towels, bedding, tea towels, toilet rolls etc. are all included. There is a travel cot and highchair for children.
We take up to two well behaved dogs, and the garden area at the back is safe and secure.
The property is ideally placed for touring the local areas, visiting Historic Caernarfon 1.7 miles away, with its 13 century castle, the biggest most complete in Wales, where the Prince of Wales had his investiture, walk round the walls, old town,and sea front. Take a boat trip along the Menai Straits, potter in the tourist shops, eat in the lovely restaurants and cafes.
Snowdon the highest mountain in Wales can be walked from several locations a short drive from the house. Llanberis with Lyn Padern, and access to Snowdon by foot or train is 6.4 miles away. There is also National Trust and Cadew properties close by if you are interested in Welsh History and culture, eg, Penryn Castle near Bangor, Plas Newydd, and Conwy, Beaumaris , Criccieth, and Harlech Castles. The beautiful beaches on the Llyn Peninsula, Angelsey, and the North Wales Coasts.
All outdoor activities are available close by, Zip World the fastest zip wire in the world , mountain, coastal and countryside walking, climbing, sea, river, and lake water sports, road and mountain biking. Fishing, and historic narrow gauge railways are very close too. Its also great if you are visiting for events such as the Snowdon Marathon, Snowdon race, Iron Man etc.
Activities for families and children are also a short car drive away, Gipsy Wood, The Green Wood Centre, Pila Palace, Sea Zoo , bounce below, to name but a few.
There are good restaurants, pubs and cafes in Caernarfon, Llanberis, Bedgellert. The Sopna an award wining Indian restaurant which does take always too is just round the corner. Many take dogs so its worth asking.
The House is ideal for touring, so you will get the most out of its central location with your car, it is not ideal if you are using public transport. Parking is available for two cars.
Other things to note
For your safety we are committed to a thorough cleaning procedure for the prevention of the spread of COVID 19. We will send you details regarding this and the way you can help us maintain this as soon as you have booked your stay.
The local shop and garage combined, is a third of a mile away, and sells most things you need. Caernarfon is 1.7 miles away and has all amenities, as well as been an Historic centre.
The nearest restaurant and take away are 1 mile away.You will need a car for this house as the road has no pavement and can get busy in the summer holidays.
This house is not suiable for those relying on public transport or wanting to walk to a local pub or shops,but it is an ideal touring base if you have a car.
You are very welcome to bring pets. Please let us know and a charge for ÂŁ20 per pet per stay will be requested.
