Maerdy Uchaf

Corwen, North Wales Borderlands

  • 5 Star
  • Special OfferUp to 20% off Special Offer Discount - selected dates

You can book this property from:

  • £1,051 per week
  • £150 per night
  • 5 Star

Features

Beds & bedrooms

  • Bed linen provided
  • 1 king/super-king bed
  • 1 double bed
  • 2 single beds
  • 2 single Zip&Link beds (combine for king/super king)

Appliances

  • Washing machine
  • Tumble dryer
  • Dishwasher
  • Range/Aga
  • Freezer

Bathrooms

  • 2 WCs
  • Towels provided
  • Wet room
  • Bath
  • Shower

Families

  • Family friendly
  • Travel cot
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate

Special Features

  • WiFi
  • Open fire or woodburner
  • Games room
  • Hot tub
  • Welcome pack
  • Countryside views

Outdoors

  • Garden or courtyard
  • Enclosed garden or courtyard
  • Outdoor storage
  • Barbecue
  • Private parking
  • Rural location

Nearby activities

  • Walking
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Pony trekking/horse riding

Accessibility

  • Ground floor WC
  • Ground floor bath/shower room
  • Walk-in shower
  • Wet room

Important - please note

House Rules

  • Check in: 16:00
  • Check out: 10:00

Description

Enjoy this hidden, picturesque location, with the convenience of being near a wide range of popular attractions. Spacious and detached, Maerdy Uchaf offers an excellent blend of the traditional warm, Welsh, welcoming home with little touches of luxury including a private hot tub, games room and two living rooms with a log burner in both. Ideal location and amenities for a group of friends or families. This is an opportunity to experience a true working farm where guests can participate in various wellie walks and explore the local area, or simply enjoy a different pace of life in tranquil North Wales countryside. Your doorstep offers amazing stargazing on the clear night skies, and memories of beautiful sunsets.

The towns of Corwen (8 miles) and Ruthin (10 miles) offer plenty of amenities with the nearest shop and country pub located in Clawddnewydd (3 miles), and another homely pub located in Cyffylliog (4 miles). Plenty of excellent restaurants, incuding a Michelin guide chef to choose from, all within 10 miles. The cottage is also in reach of exploring the historic town of Llangollen.

Close to the spectacular Clwydian Range, the UK’s newest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and 30 minutes from Snowdonia National Park, this cottage offers a great setting for all kinds of outdoor activities. This includes endless walks and cycling trails, go-karting on a championship circuit nearby, quad biking and pony-trekking, fishing and canoeing, visiting the historical Ruthin Gaol or a relaxing day on the lakeside at Llyn Brenig

Ground Floor

Kitchen - Large open plan farmhouse kitchen with exposed 16th century beams, Rayburn and a feature old bread oven. This stylish, well equipped kitchen includes built-in dishwasher and fridge, double oven, hob, microwave and cafetiere. Farmhouse kitchen table which seats 8 with views of the surrounding countryside.

Adjoining, outside utility room - with a freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. Ample space for bike storage, coats, boots etc.

Living room - Stylishly decorated room with leather sofas and a window seat compliment the original features of exposed beams, slate floors and window sills. Wall mounted TV.

Games room - Well equipped games room that used to be the old dairy, has original slate flooring and exposed beams. Childrens toys, pool table, table tennis, darts

Wet room - Stylish wet room with luxury rain shower, wc, wash basin and heated towel rail.

Lounge - A cosy, relaxing room, with clearview log burner and unique original large stone lintel fireplace. L shaped comfortable sofa, large flat screen TV and DVD player.

Upstairs

Bedroom 1 - King size, grey velour sleigh bed with countryside views, fitted wardrobe and wall mounted TV.

Bedroom 2 - Pretty bedroom with original features and fireplace. Double wrought iron bed, also with beautiful views.

Bathroom - Stunning bathroom featuring Victorian roll top bath looking out over countryside views. Separate large shower, heated towel rail, WC, and wash basin.

Bedroom 3 - Cosy twin bedroom with views of the working farm and surrounding countryside.

Bedroom 4 - A luxury super-king size bed (zip-and-link) that could be arranged as two 3ft single beds - *please request this option upon booking*. Exposed beams and Welsh wool blankets.

Garden

The beautiful, established shrubs at the side of the house, from the holly tree to the bay leaf, create a little heaven for wildlife which can be enjoyed from the luxurious, private hot tub. You can also enjoy the evening sun and countryside views from the front garden with its seating area and BBQ. Goal posts for a kick about. Take a walk up to the lake where the brave can venture wild water swimming. Opportunity to kayak - arranged with owner.

Local town Ruthin, took the Welsh title as the best best place to live in Wales, and ninth of 72 places in the UK after it was visited by judges from The Sunday Times in 2023. Its list praised a "handsome, historic town" for using period properties in a modern manner and mentioned an 18th century building occupied by a pub, a 600-year-old former courthouse, the architecture is beautiful with many independent shops, and not overrun by chains.

Additional Information

  • Welcome pack which includes local produce
  • Bed linen, hand and bath towels provided
  • Central heating and electricity included
  • Initial supply of logs provided, additional logs available to purchase locally.
  • Private water supply
  • 2 hairdryers provided
  • Travel cot, high chair and stair gate available on request. Please bring your own cot linen.
  • Wifi available
  • Up to 2 dogs welcome (downstairs only)
  • No smoking inside the cottage please
  • Kitchen provisions: salt and pepper, kitchen roll, washing up liquid, dishwasher tabs, dishcloths, tin foil and cling film.
  • Bathroom provisions: hand soap and 2 toilet rolls per toilet.
  • General cleaning products provided: shower cleaner, anti bacterial spray etc.
  • Parking for up to 4 cars.
  • The following extras can be arranged via the owner - please request on booking and prior to stay - afternoon tea, In-house oriental cuisine, kayaking on nearby lake, e-bikes hire.

Reviews

Absolutely fantastic week away. Ideal location, very quiet , no light pollution so perfect for star gazing. Brilliant hosts, nothing was too much trouble and the welcome food package was a lovely touch. Would live to go back sometime.

Mrs T,

Gorgeous quirky property for a chilled weekend, great walks on the door step, hot tub was an added bonus and owners very friendly

Miss G,

The hosts at Maerdy Uchaf were extremely welcoming and helpful. The location in extremely rural, with the property being on a working farm. This provides the perfect opportunity for exploring the surrounding area. The cottage was as you would expect for a period property with a number of quirky features. It was well laid out, decorated and maintained. The kitchen was well equipped, something I am always grateful for in self-catering accomodations. Couldn't have asked for anything more, would definitely book again when looking for somewhere with a slightly bigger group.

Mrs M,

Amazing location, beautiful cottage, fabulous hot tub and lovely owners. To be honest I didn't want to leave, so peaceful and beautiful, the owner is very friendly and helpful. I wish I could have stayed longer

Miss F,

A very homely and well equipped cottage. The beds were very comfy (honestly, so many places say the beds are good but these really are!). The hosts were very nice people who made sure we had everything we needed and were also good for the craic!

Mr W,

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cottage. It's immaculate, very comfortable beds, lovely views, great walks on your doorstep and the peace is lovely. Great location to visit lots of lovely areas, wonderful hosts. Couldn't have asked for more, loved it.

Mrs P,

Everything was perfect. The hosts were so helpful and wonderful too. I absolutely loved it. Beautiful gardens, really comfy bed and great facilities! Would definitely come back to this place! Couldn't ask for better. Thankyou so much

Miss Ffion G,

The property was as described. The setting was just what we wanted. The property was ideal for our holiday. The owners were fantastic, very friendly and helpful.

Mr James E,

A wonderful 2nd stay at this beautiful cottage we enjoyed a walk around Bala lake a horse drawn canal boat ride in Llangollen and a walk over the aqua duct. We would recommend a takeaway from Abuls in Corwen.

Previous Customer,

Such a wonderful stay from start to end we weren’t here long enough Thank you for being so welcoming the house is beautiful the fires are amazing. Fantastic walks over the hills so peaceful, breath taking views, we love the cows and the horses the hot tub as well in the cold weather it was the icing on the cake. We will be back soon. Thank you again for a piece of perfection.

M & C,

We’ve had a lovely week the cottage was beautiful and well equipped, Owners have been wonderful hosts we enjoyed our days out at zip world Llechwedd playing underground crazy golf and deep mine tour. Also had a quick tour at the Bala Lake which was beautiful. Pool table got a lot o f use by all, hot tub was good to, would highly recommend hope to return again soon.

Rendell family,

This is our third stay at this beautiful cottage, and it won’t be the last. Such lovely owners and a big part of why we come back we’ve made wonderful memories for life, it’s simply been fantastic everything has been perfect. Must do’s whilst you’re here, star gazing on a clear night, zip wire, walking up to the shepherds hut, Bala lake, steam train around Snowdon.

D & S,

Thank you for an amazing stay really enjoyed being around the animals, playing pool and darts, and going in the hot tub, had an incredible meal at the Leyland arms and a great day out in Betws y Coed, Had an amazing experience in the Cavens at zip world Llechwedd. Snowdon was beautiful with lovely scenery all round.

Previous Customer,

Thank you for a lovely stay in a beautiful setting we explored in every direction and loved the mountains and views, the beds were so comfy and the hot tub was lush. It was great to meet the host and family who provided great advice for places to experience.

M & T,

What a wonderful stay with so many memories made, thank you so much for such a warm welcome and letting us share this wonderful landscape highlight of our stay include, Kayaking on the lake, quad bike tours, the animals, the views, epic walks including Moel Fammau, Llyn Brenig, Denbigh castle and more. We recommend the Berwyn arms for a meal, and the Wharf Llangollen for afternoon tea.

P & T,

Excellent weekend

Dr Terence M,

perfect break and location nothing too much trouble for the hosts

Mr Mark C,

Map

Maerdy Uchaf 16th century traditional, Welsh farmhouse stands quaintly at the end of an inviting lane. Set aside from the courtyard of the working farm it is a peaceful pretty retreat surrounded by an abundance of wildlife. Hire an E-bike to cycle or walk the countryside lanes or take one of the many footpaths to discover nature at it’s very best. Your doorstep offers amazing stargazing on the clear night skies, and memories of beautiful sunsets.

An ideal base for a welcoming local shop and country pub (2.5miles) and an abundance of good food serving pubs and restaurants to choose from, all within 10 miles of the cottag the historic towns of Corwen with its steam train, and Giant trail, (3miles) or picturesque Ruthin, with its medieval castle voted best town in Wales to live in (Sunday Times 2023) (8 miles) all offer plenty of other amenities, along with the historic internationally known tourist town of Llangollen. (14miles). Close to the spectacular Clwydian Range, the UK’s newest Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and 30 minutes from Snowdonia National Park, and enthrilling Zipwire rides, this cottage offers a great setting for all kinds of outdoor activities. From endless walks and cycling trails, golfing, fishing, horse driven canal rides, white water rafting, canoeing, Moel fammau donkey walking, quad biking, and championship circuit go-karting, to visiting the historical Ruthin Gaol, a fun day at the beach at Eirias, or the Welsh mountain zoo, or a relaxing day lakeside at Llyn Brenig, or Bala.

Nearest shop(s), where and the distance from property: Nearest convenience store Siop Julie, Clawdd Poncen 2.5miles approx. Nearest town - local butcher, bakery, cafes, takeaways and hardware store Corwen 4.2 miles Nearest farm shop- Rhug Estate 4.4 miles. Nearest supermarket - Tesco Aldi and Co-op Ruthin 14mins drive. (home delivery available)

3 best places to eat in the area (and distance): i) Local Pub - The Leyland Arms Llanelidan – 2.4miles ; Restaurant - The White Horse Hendrerwydd- (13miles) ii) Small Plates – Ruthin – 8.7miles iii) Nant y felin – Llanrheadr 13 miles

Any others that are worth mentioning?

Pubs with food: The Berwyn Arms Glyndyfrdwy, The Grouse, Carrog, Fat Boar Ruthin, The Three Eagles Llangollen,

Sunday Roasts: The Leyland Arms, Llanelidan; Glan Llyn Inn, Clawddnewydd; Drovers Arms, Rhewl, Blue Lion, Cynwyd;

Cafés and restaurants: Café R, Ruthin, Rhug Estate farm shop, Corwen; Plas yn dre – Bala;

Something different - Con Amici, (Italian) Denbigh; Abuls Spice (Indian) restaurant, Corwen; Chris Dai cuisine, private dining, (exclusive oriental cuisine).

Michelin star chef’s - Porth Eirias, (Bryn Williams) Colwyn bay; Tyddyn Llan, (Bryan Webb) Llandrillo;

Country house dining and afternoon teas - Pale Hall, Llandrillo; Ruthin Castle, Ruthin.

Take away: Fish and chips, pizza, Chinese, abundance of takeaways in Corwen and Ruthin

in Corwen.

Nearest good pub (and distance): i) Leyland Arms, Llanelidan. 2 miles ii) Grouse, Carrog. (4 miles)

Top 3 attractions in the area: i) Snowdonia/Zip World ii) Clwydian Range, Moel Fammau iii) Llangollen Steam Train Town, and Erddig National Trust

Any others that you’d recommend?

Bala lake. Conwy Castle. Llandudno. Betws y Coed.

Walking

Giant Trail, Pen y Pigyn Corwen. (3miles)

Llyn Brenig – 9.5 mile way-marked route around the Brenig Reservoir that takes you through the nature reserve to the north of the lake. Suitable for all ages and abilities. (9 miles) .

Clocaenog Forest – miles of open forestry track to explore. (3.6 miles ).

Bodnant Garden, Conwy (37miles)

Logger heads and Donkey walking, Moelfammau (14 miles)3 popular routes from Corwen, namely North Berwyn Way, Dee Valley Way and Clwydian Way. ( 8 miles) Alwen Reservoir - 7 mile way-marked route around the reservoir, along the shoreline, through the forest and up onto the moorland. Suitable for all ages and abilities. (9 miles)

Dolgellau – Mawddach Trail Historical

Castles Llangollen, Denbigh, and now famous Gwrych (I’m a celebrity get me out of here location), Conwy all within 45 minutes drive.

Valley crucis, Chirk Aquaduct, Barge

Cycling E-bike hire facility booking recommended route provided

Coed Llandegla – top quality mountain biking suitable for all abilities and fitness levels. 14 miles The trails at Clocaenog Forest (0.5 mile) Alwen Reservoir and Llyn Brenig (both 9 miles) are also suitable for cycling. Fishing Brenig resoivoir - Llandegla

Llyn Derwen Fly Fishery – 4 & 3acre lakes well stocked with rainbow, blue, tiger, American, brook, blond and brown trout. Tackle for sale and tuition by arrangement. 2.5 miles Alwen & Brenig Reservoirs offer great lake fishing. 9 miles Golf Ruthin-Pwllglas Golf Club – 18 hole course with warm and friendly welcome for all visitors. 6.5 miles Water sports Bala Lake – sailing, canoeing, kayaking, windsurfing, raft building etc. 14 miles

National White Water Centre, Canolfan Tryweryn – White Water Rafting, Kayaking & Canoeing. 18 miles

Surf Snowdonia - The World First Inland Surfing Lagoon. 28 miles Adventure

Zip World Forest – Betws y Coed (25miles)

Zip World - The Longest zip wire in Europe. 34 miles Bounce Below - Zip World Caverns. 29 miles

Go-Karting

Clay-shooting, Llandegla

Dolgellau - Cycling The Mawddach Trail (32miles)

 

Beaches

Eirias , Colwyn bay (32miles)

Rhos on sea (30 miles)

Black rock sand – take your car on the beach –(47miles)

Ffrith beach (29 miles)

 

Children

Giant Trail Corwen

Ideal local park in Gwyddelwern

Fferm Manorafon (28 miles)

Colwyn bay mountain zoo (30 miles)

Treuddyn pump track (16 niles)

 

Swimming pools

Corwen,( 3 miles) Bala (12 miles),

Waterpark and ninga tag soft play in SC2 (27miles)

Water world Wrexham (23miles)