Pen Y Banc
View prices & book- Luxury couples’ hideaway on a mountainside smallholding in Conwy
- Half an hour’s drive to Betws-y-Coed and Zip World Fforest
- Exclusive use of glamping caravan; kitchen, shower and outside lounge
Site type
- No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Guests under the age of 25 are not allowed on site.
- No cars/motorbikes by the pitch/unit. All cars must be parked in the designated area.
- If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
- No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
- There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.
- There is no reception building on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Languages spoken
English
Open from Thu, 28 Mar to
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Nice secluded area plenty of peace and quiet brilliant host, highly recommend…
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Liked: Nice secluded area plenty of peace and quiet brilliant host, highly recommend the pizzas! Perfect if you need a place to unwind.
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From the manager: So glad that you enjoyed your stay and found the accommodation cosy, even in the unseasonable weather.
We had an amazing stay at Pen Y Banc. Right in the middle…
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Liked: We had an amazing stay at Pen Y Banc. Right in the middle of Clocaenog Forest, it couldn't be more peaceful. Stunning views around the entire valley, it was truly breathtaking. The caravan has everything you could possibly need and the bed was extremely large and comfortable. Owners Ruth and Chris are absolutely lovely, and we can't forget pilot the adorable black lab. They brought us fresh produce from their amazing garden as well as baking us a lovely fresh loaf with home made jams upon our arrival. Perfect location if you want to explore Snowdonia national park or the North Wales coast. Can't say enough good things about this very special place. We will definitely be back. Thanks so much and good luck Ruth and Chris. You have something very special.
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A wonderful haven in north Wales. Ruth and Chris are super hosts…
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Liked: A wonderful haven in north Wales. Ruth and Chris are super hosts and their small holding is a delightful escape from the city. Thank you very much.
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From the manager: It was a pleasure to host you both. Thank you for your enthusiasm for our projects. We hope to see you again so we can show you what's new!
Unique location. Isolated from noise but still quite well equipped.
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Liked: Friendly welcome Peace and quiet Surrounded by nature Nice walks Good pub not far away Homegrown fruit and veg Comfy bed Cozy living area Pilot the labrador Phone and mobile data signal
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From the manager: Thanks for staying with us. It was good to see you both just relax, unwind and enjoy the peace and quiet.
The ‘Karen-Van’ was clean and cosy! The surrounding area also clean.
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Liked: We feel refreshed and rejuvenated which is exactly what we needed! It was so peaceful and calm! Chris and Ruth were the best hosts we have have ever come across, nothing was too much hassle, the little touches made it so perfect and homely!
Disliked: Absolutely nothing
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From the manager: Thank you for being such lovely friendly guests, especially in the midst of our little emergency. We hope to see you again sometime and I'm pretty sure Pilot does too!
Beautiful location very isolated and peaceful. Friendly and helpful hosts. Caravan very…
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Liked: Beautiful location very isolated and peaceful. Friendly and helpful hosts. Caravan very well restored, bed excellent large with dual mattress’s. Kitchen well appointed for self catering. Outside awning area with outstanding views, lots of walking available from the property, a bit steep to get down to the river but the site is new and still a work in progress. Very friendly but hungry dog Pilot, which was very amusing. Access is via a narrow road and forest track but not a problem. Home made ginger cake and jams were excellent and the fresh strawberry gift was great. Would highly recommend and well worth another visit.
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From the manager: It was lovely to meet you both. I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay - even in the unusual extreme heat!
Amazing & unique site
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Liked: Everything! The caravan is equipped with everything you could possibly need to have the perfect weekend away. Ruth and Chris went over and above to make sure our stay was amazing in every way. The location is so peaceful and beautiful, we absolutely loved our weekend away here.
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From the manager: So glad you enjoyed your stay.
An amazing place to get away from it all!
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Liked: My husband and I were looking for a 7 night, peaceful retreat, after a couple of difficult years, with the Pandemic and some serious health issues, and boy, did we find that! Wow, what an amazing location! Pen Y Banc, is set within the Clocaenog Forest, not far from the beautiful Snowdonia National Park. The caravan, is fully equipped and spotlessly clean, enabling us to cook our own meals, which meant we could stay on site to eat if we wished, while saving money on takeaways and meals out. We go on holiday, a couple of times a year and have always struggled with lumpy, uncomfortable beds. However, the Queensize bed in the caravan, is the most comfortable bed, of all the places we have stayed over the years!!! The caravan, is set on a hill, with beautiful views, and surrounded by meadows. Such a lovely place to wake up to, with a coffee in hand, listening to the crickets and birds chirping, watching Buzzards and Red Kites, circling above. We were also excited to see, for the first time, a wild Common green Lizard, basking in the sunshine! Ruth and Chris were very friendly and helpful, while at the same time allowing us our privacy. Oh, and the scrummy homemade Blackberry wine and Ginger Cake were most welcome! Thank you Ruth and Chris, for giving us the opportunity, to stay in such an incredible and tranquil environment! We will be back next year! Alicia & Derek
Disliked: Not Applicable!
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From the manager: It was lovely to see you guys get some well deserved rest and relaxation (and some overdue sleep!). You would be welcome back anytime - thank you for leaving everything so spotlessly clean!
Wonderful, unique place to recharge with fantastic hosts, perfect
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Liked: Friendly hosts, peaceful location, spectacular scenery, thoughtful touches that made our stay just perfect, would not hesitate to stay again and happily recommend. Nothing too much trouble for Ruth and Chris who are keen to make sure guests have a perfect stay. Homemade jams and blackberry wine a lovely surprise to find for us on arrival. Cannot wait until we can stay again.
Disliked: Nothing at all
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From the manager: We love nothing more than to see our guests truly relax, unwind and enjoy their stay. It was an absolute pleasure to host you guys and I do hope that we see you again sometime in the near future.
A haven of peace & tranquility the perfect place to chill out & relax.
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Liked: Perfect hosts, lovely home made goodies and wine were delicious.
Disliked: We had to come home.
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From the manager: It was a pleasure to host you. I'm so glad that you enjoyed your stay and were so lucky with the weather. I think that Pilot is missing you already! hope to see you both again sometime soon.
Features
No dogs allowed
Adults only
Leisure on site
Bar or club house
Cycle hire
Evening entertainment
Fishing
Fitness centre
Games room
Indoor swimming pool
Kids' club
On-site restaurant/cafe
Outdoor swimming pool
Play area
TV room
Take away
Tennis
Watersports
Amenities on site
Bath available
Car parking by site/unit
Composting toilet
Disabled facilities
Dog park
Drying room
Food shop
Free wifi
Ice pack freezing
Internet access
Laundry
Parent & baby washroom
Pick-up from public transport
Portable toilet
Pub toilets
Public telephone
Shower available
Toilet block
Washing-up area
Wifi
Groups welcome
Family friendly
Motorcycle friendly
Single-sex groups welcome
Student groups welcome
Rules
Adults only
Barbecue provided
Barbecues allowed
Campfires allowed
Commercial vehicles allowed
Dogs allowed
No dogs allowed
Themes
Bush
Lake and/or mountain
Peaceful
Remote location
Spectacular scenery
Walkers' paradise
Wildlife haven
Utilities
Charging facilities
Dump point
Electric car charging point(s)
Gas cylinders available
Recycling available
Renewable energy
Nearby amenities
Bar nearby
Convenience store nearby
Dog walk nearby
Type
Farm
Tiny (1-10 sites)
Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby
Cycle hire nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Restaurant nearby
Sailing nearby
Watersports nearby
Location
Pen Y Banc
Llanfihangel Glyn Myfyr
Conwy
Wales
LL21 9UW
Timezone
Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)
GPS
53.04091°N
-3.50902°W
Nearest transport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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Abergele (Pensarn) | 29 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Kinmel Bay (Sandy Cove) | 30.2 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
Marine Lake, Rhyl | 30.2 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
Rhyl East | 31.7 km | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
Colwyn Bay Porth Eirias | 31.8 km | Sea | Excellent | Excellent | N/A | N/A |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
Bodelwyddan Castle 24.4 km
Rhuddlan Castle 27.8 km
Bodnant Garden 28.9 km
Conwy Castle 34 km
National Trust - Aberconwy House 34.1 km
National Trust
Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 22.3 km
Bodnant Garden 28.9 km
Chirk Castle 30.4 km
Aberconwy House 34.1 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
The Clwydian Way (7): Pentre - Cyffylliog 2.9 km
The Llyn Brenig Circuit 4.8 km
Llyn Brenig and the Clywedog Reservoir 7.1 km
The Clwydian Way (8): Cyffylliog - Trefnant 10.2 km
The Clwydian Way (6): Corwen - Pentre 11.3 km
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Offers
- 15% off 7 night discount deal
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Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details
Nearest sites
Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.
Want to know more about camping in Conwy?
- Does Pen Y Banc have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Pen Y Banc dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Pen Y Banc? You’re welcome to potter around the 22-acre smallholding comprising meadows, woodland, streams and ponds, which also has direct access to Clocaenog Forest, with miles of trails to explore on foot or by … Read more
- When can I check in and check out of Pen Y Banc?
On-site accommodation Arrive: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Depart by: 11 a.m. Please provide an approximate arrival time the day before and then contact the number provided on the booking confirmation when around 30 minute away so that the host can come to meet you on arrival.
Read more - How much does it cost to stay at Pen Y Banc? From $88.48 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.