Pant-yr-Ochain

There has been a building on this site since the 13th-century and today's structure originally dates from the 1530s, as you can see from the Tudor wattle and daub walls and timber in the snug. A sweeping drive lined by majestic trees leads to this 16th-century, decoratively gabled manor house overlooking a lake and award-winning gardens. The interior fulfils this initial promise, with 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 smoked chicken, ham hock and baby leek terrine; a light bite such as crab linguine with ginger, red chilli and coriander; and main courses such as baked gilt head bream with lemon, chilli and pine nut crust, or coq au vin with mustard mash and greens. Custard, clotted cream and ice cream are all to be found supporting desserts such as cherry Bakewell, bread and butter pudding, or apple and berry crumble.