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tional Trust historic house hotel is located two miles from the North Wales coast. Bodys-
gallen means “house among the thistles” and the award winning property is recognized for
offering the best in country house hospitality.
The manor house experience begins at the front door to Bodysgallen Hall. After the foot-
man greets you and arranges for your car and luggage, you walk into a welcoming 17
th
century entry hall. As a staff member retrieves your room key from a small desk tucked
away down a corridor, you begin to feel transported to another era. By the time a formally
dressed bellman escorts you up the 13
th
century staircase to the rooms above, the trans-
formation is complete.
Staying in the main building is a must for an authentic historic house experience. Nestled
in 220 acres of gardens and woodlands, Bodysgallen's views are spectacular. The vision
of Snowdonia on the horizon is enchanting and you begin to feel a world away. There is
little here to remind visitors they are in a hotel — a gentrified manor house experience is
the goal, and it's well executed.
To truly feel like you belong at Bodysgallen, enjoy a meal in the award-wining dining
room. Candlelight dinner with plenty of fine china, crystal and cutlery, an attentive waiter
and the possibility of a beautiful sunset contribute to the kind of fine dining that can't be
rushed. Consider a leisurely drink at the Hotel's cozy bar before dinner, and if you like to
stretch your legs between courses, ask to take your coffee and dessert in the library.
The view of the gardens from the terrace convinces many guests to stroll around the
grounds that include a rose garden, beautiful walled garden and parterre. Miles of walking
paths throughout the property invite those who wish to wander further.
A pre-breakfast morning tray is delivered to the room at the hour of your choosing. Based
on the guest's instructions, the formally presented tray — with china cups and silver ser-
vice — may be brought into the room or left outside the door, in which case a phone call
announces the tray's arrival. There's something a bit decadent about enjoying a cup of
coffee and the view from the window, before dressing and going down to breakfast.
For those guests desiring a bit of 21
st
century pampering the Bodysgallen spa offers ex-
tensive facilities and services right on the property.
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