Pant-yr-Ochain

A sweeping drive lined by majestic trees leads to this decoratively gabled manor house overlooking a lake and award-winning gardens. Although there has been a building on this site since the 13th-century, today's structure originally dates from the 1530s, as you can see from the Tudor wattle-and-daub walls and timber in the snug. The interior also has an inglenook fireplace and a host of nooks and crannies. The bar dispenses well-kept real ales such as Snowdonia Purple Moose, with Taffy Apples cider in support. Wine lovers too will not be disappointed by having to choose between over two dozen options. A daily-changing menu may offer a starter of chargrilled aubergine and tomato rolls with pomegranate and chilli yogurt; a light bite such as seafood risotto with parmesan shavings and dill dressing; and main courses such as Moroccan chicken, couscous, fig and pistachio salad with coriander dressing; or beef goulash with mash and sour cream. Eton Mess or vanilla cheesecake with cherry compôte could be dessert options.