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We were travelling in the evening from the Coventry area and so I had emailed Penmachno Hall earlier that day to suggest a 9pm arrival time, as check in closed at 10pm. As we drove though, it became apparent that a massive accident on the M6 would scupper us, and so the sat nav took us on a merry jaunt down A-roads. We eventually arrived in Penmachno just past 10pm - phone battery at 2%; slightly worried that check in had passed and would we even be let in. We needn't have stressed though, as Lauraine was a cheery welcome at the door. We knew then that our choice of B&B was worth it. It felt warm and homely and honestly that evening we retired to bed pretty quickly.||||We stayed in the Blue Room, which was beautifully decorated and furnished. The bed was comfortable and roomy and you got your usual kettle with tea & coffee, but also a variety of other drinks, such as fruit teas, Horlicks, hot chocolate and even a little chocolate each. ||||The next morning, I went on a bit of a rummage through the baskets in the bathroom and noticed that not only did they supply the usual mini shampoo & shower gel, but also little luxuries most B&Bs and hotels fail to supply, such as a shower puff, cotton wool pads and shower caps. The bathroom was roomy and looked out onto the driveway and hills beyond. ||||We made our way to the dining room, where a hearty breakfast (you could choose from a pre-order menu) awaited, and honestly although mine was just a cereal, toast and coffee it was the little details, such as the homemade jam from their garden that made the difference. My husband's full English was delicious, he told me, and Simon mentioned that all of the meat and eggs were locally reared and sourced.||||They also mentioned they were licensed, and had a bar set up in the dining room with various beers, wine & spirits available at reasonable prices. We didn't take them up on it, but nice to know!||||Thanks to the maps and brochures in our room we chose trips that day to Conwy Falls, Llechwedd Slate Caverns and a hike around Tanygrisiau Reservoir, returning for a quick freshen up and then we went into Betws-y-Coed for dinner, which is only a 10 minute drive away and has several restaurants, shops and cafes. ||||The mobile phone signal is non-existent, however that wasn't an issue for us being away, and the free wifi provided was excellent. ||||Simon and Lauraine were always present, and always interested in our days adventure, offering advice where needed. They couldn't do enough for us during our stay. We would highly recommend anyone wanting a break in Snowdonia to visit Penmachno Hall and experience a B&B with all the bells and whistles.
