This 3-bedroom cottage is a stone-built retreat sitting on the banks of the River Elwy in Llanfair Talhaiarn, a quiet village in North Wales near Abergele. All three bedrooms overlook the river and the cottage has a genuinely homely feel with calming decor throughout. Wild deer on the mountain and local wildlife along the riverbank are part of everyday life here.

The village has pubs, shops and cafes within walking distance. Abergele is just 5 miles away with Gwrych Castle and Pensarn Beach close by. Colwyn Bay's sandy beach is 8.5 miles north and Eryri National Park is 12 miles away for serious walking.

The cottage sleeps 5 across three bedrooms. The master has a super-king bed with river views. The second bedroom has a king-size bed also overlooking the river. The third is a cosy single. There's one family shower room with a walk-in shower. The kitchen-diner has a gas range cooker and bespoke wooden dining table. The lounge has a wood burner and Smart TV. Outside there's an enclosed garden with a furnished patio and charcoal BBQ.

Gwrych Castle (5 miles, 10 mins), Pensarn Beach (5 miles, 10 mins), Colwyn Bay (8.5 miles, 15 mins) and Eryri National Park (12 miles, 20 mins) are all within easy reach.

This stay suits families and nature lovers who want a proper base in North Wales. River views, a wood burner and an enclosed garden make this a solid choice year-round.