The true origins of this beautiful little house have been lost but some say it was built in the 16th century by two outlaw brothers.In the 19th century it was then used by 'Navvies' working on the nearby road and bridge.In 1929 the house was bought by a certain Mr Edward Riley who,some say was a bit of a storyteller and notorious rouge (but quite a nice fellow some say).When Edward died in 1960 the house became an Antique shop and Tea Rooms.By 1988 the house was derelict and was then bought by 'The Snowdonia Society'and restored to its former glory and is now quite a popular visitor site because of the 5 Acres of Woodland and Gardens behind the house.No one knows why it's called 'The Ugly House',I think it's wonderful. The house is situated 2 miles from a small town called 'Capal Curig' North Wales UK.......and that endeth the Histoy lesson for today. (c) Griffleo 2008