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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets No
Features
- Hot tub
- Off road parking
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
17 Customer Reviews
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"This is by far the best rental cottage have ever stayed in."
We wanted for nothing at all. It's was so clean warm and cosy. The hosts were on hand if we did need anything (which we didn't). We went to watch the planes in the mach loop and we were not disappointed. They fly right in front of the cottage it was an amazing sight. . They were very friendly and welcoming we would not hesitate to return to this property
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"The best equipped holiday let we have stayed in."
Beautiful location Owners friendly and helpful
Thank you once again Chris, it was lovely to have both of you stay at our cottage, Kind Regards, Mari Property Owner
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"A beautiful home from home with outstanding views."
The property had everything we needed and more and with the lovely owners living next door they were on hand if we needed anything. It was cosy and comfortable and offered a great viewpoint to see the red kites and the low flying jets. Other reviews mentioned the steep drive but it really wasn't that bad and we don't have a 4x4 vehicle. We did a couple of lovely walks close to the property and also visited the nearby coast for a walk along the beach. We didn't get to visit the nearby Brigands Inn as although it's not far we didn't feel that it was safe road to walk down without anywhere to get away from the traffic. Ysgubor Craig Y Gronfa offers a lovely peaceful base for exploring the area and I couldn't recommend it highly enough.
Thank you very much for your review. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at our cottage and your time exploring the area, Kind Regards, Mari Property Owner
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"Lovely, spacious property with beautiful views."
Friendly helpful owner. Super comfy bed and so well equipped. The milk, biscuits, crisps and even toiletries were a lovely added touch.
Thank you so much for coming to stay, so glad you enjoyed our cottage, views and treats! All the best, Mari Property Owner
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"We had an amazing stay, the accommodation was amazing as were the hosts!"
We hope to be back one day ☺️
Thank you once again Rachel, glad you enjoyed and we'd love to welcome you back! Diolch, Mari Property Owner
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"Had a lovely week at the cottage, its been tastefully decorated and, was very clean and comfortable."
Directions were easy to follow and, it should be noted that the track leading to the property is steep and uneven, if you have a low car. The views are amazing and, we got to see a few jets on the mach loop which, was a bonus. Mari, the owner was welcoming and, left us gifts on arrival which, was appreciated. The only negative was that there is no window in the main bedroom which, in warm weather was stuffy. We did mention this to Mari and, she took it on board. There is an emergency door but, wouldn't leave it open all night to let air in!
Hi Lisa, thank you again for coming to stay at our cottage, glad you enjoyed your week. Thanks for your feedback, I've started sorting the window for the bedroom and I've also asked the agency to make the note about the drive clearer! Diolch, Mari Property Owner
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"If I could give this 6 stars or 11/10 I would, excellent value for money, its one fantastic place to stay, very clean and comfortable and has all mod cons, great location if you like to view the Jets passing by , which they do via the Mach Loop :-)."
All facility's are there inc BBQ and Hot Tub if you want to indulge. Milk, tea, coffee and sugar along with some treats left for you to enjoy on your arrival. Mari is lovely, friendly and very willing to help in any way. I cant really give any negative views as for me there is not any, however if your a hardcore TV fan and like your soaps etc it may be a problem for you as there is no live Sky or Freeview, only 4 streaming channels like BBC i player, ITV X etc but if you can live without this for your stay then you wont be disappointed, for us it did not matter as we go any not to watch TV but to escape ! There are some big trees that block some of the views of the valley at present ( July 2024 ) but these are in process of being removed to give a full panoramic view. 100% we will be going back again, maybe again this year but if not defiantly next year. I congratulate Mari on a very well presented Cottage, top marks :-) Thank you for a great stay.
Thanks Terry for your great review! As you know, the trees have now gone, and we now have a full view of the beautiful valley and mountains! We have also updated the tv with another device that enables guests to watch the main tv channels live. Looking forward to welcoming both of you back, Kind Regards, Mari Property Owner
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"Amazing cottage, will definitely be back!"
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Thanks Craig, glad you enjoyed your stay at the cottage, it would lovely to welcome back anytime! Kind Regards, Mari Property Owner
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"Brilliant place - by far the best we have stayed at - loved it!"
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Glad you enjoyed your stay at our cottage Owen, thanks for the great review, Mari Property Owner
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"We had a wonderful, restful and extremely comfortable stay."
From the kitchen facilities to the super warm woodburner and huge bed, everything was spot-on!! Lovely hosts and a great location for driving to walks in either direction. Heartily recommended. Definitely one of the best cottages we have stayed in. Thank you, Mari x
Thank you very much for your lovely feedback, very glad you enjoyed your stay at our cottage, all the best to you both, Mari and family :) Property Owner
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"The cottage was very comfortable with very friendly hosts."
The cottage is well equipped, we had everything we needed and more. The location was great for exploring a very pretty part of Wales, although everything did require at least a short drive to visit. There is a nice view over the valley from the property although the cottage and site doesn't make the most of it; there's not a clear view from inside the property. Also, as is expected from rural sites the internet connection was a little patchy at times. However, our stay was overwhelming positive, a warm, cosy, and very comfortable cottage with friendly and accomodating hosts. We'd be happy to stay here again.
Thanks again Andrew, glad you enjoyed your stay with us. The trees in front of the cottage are due to come down very soon, the view will be even better afterwards! We have also updated our internet connection and working better and faster! If you plan on coming back in the future we now have a hot tub too! All the best, Mari Property Owner
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"Late December For us, it was far too cold the first day to sleep upstairs so we hard to use the sofas and keep the log wood fire going for as along as we can."
The following day, the owners organised an electrical radiator for us. Problem solved we thought. As it transpired, the main bedroom bed is far to short to sleep on for my 6ft husband, so he still ended up using the downstairs sofa or one of the twin beds which were larger. Either way, for a get away together this wasn’t ideal. We also did not realise from the pictures of description, that the view with gravel in front was a driveway for the cottage owners next door. So, we didn’t feel secluded as we hoped we would with some of the goings on for next door as well as just them entering and leaving their property. Maybe it would have been fine we’re not for the large floor to ceiling windows and doors. So, instead of enjoying the view we often had the curtains closed. The shower over the bath is somewhat tricky in such a small space, you almost have to stand on the curve side of the bath to directly under it. The internet kept going off, which wasn’t great when no dvd players with films had been provided. We’ve stayed in many beautiful places, and Won’t be returning. As nice as the owners are, we would have liked to have seen them much less (or to be politely reminded the night before to leave on time as turnover for them is the same day). Given the house didn’t get warm enough until day 2, quite frankly the owners should have the foresight to refund us for that first night, never mind a partial repayment for the rest of the holiday given that me and my partner could not share a room together that we wanted. Not much of a secluded getaway.
We were sorry to hear that you didn't enjoy your stay in our converted barn. As stated in the description, the barn is located on a 'working farm'. Of the two bedrooms, one has a standard double and the other was set up as a Super King, previous guests have been very complimentary about the beds. Admittedly, the cottage was slightly cold on the first night and we apologise profusely for this and attempted to rectify the situation by providing an electric heater and additional firewood. Due to stormy weather, the internet was a bit temperamental which affected the Smart TV therefore it may be beneficial to provide a DVD player and selection of DVDs as an alternative if required. Once again, we are extremely sorry and saddened to hear that your holiday with us did not reach your expectations as we make every effort to be as accommodating as possible to our guests whilst respecting their privacy. I'm pleased to say that our other reviews have been excellent. Property Owner
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"A brilliant place to stay that had all the equipment you could want."
Comfy beds, great kitchen, a wood burning stove to curl up by in the evening. In easy reach of lots of great walking in hills and by the sea - our 4 year old climbed a lot of hills and ploughed through a lot of puddles! The track up was a little daunting at first but very manageable. The owner was very friendly and helpful and gave us good tips on things to do. I would definitely stay here again.
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"What a beautiful place to stay, the owners were amazing and kept the cottage fully equipped and a nice welcome pack included."
Scenery from window is so picturesque. It is on the Mach Loop which is what we came on holiday for. Cottage felt very homely and we very much enjoyed our stay here. 10 out 10 for this property and would highly recommend it .
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"A well equipped property in a beautiful location."
Comfy beds and delightful friendly host to advise on places to visit and local information.
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"This recently refurbished barn conversion has everything you could want and more, from the dramatic but practical slate floor downstairs to the plush through carpeting upstairs, complimented by new furniture and all other household goods."
The owners were helpful and friendly but the barn still felt like 'our space'. The views were amazing.
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"Ysgubor Craig Y Gronfa is a real gem in the Welsh mountains, perched on the side of a mountain with views to die for, one of the best kept and equipped cottages we have stayed in."
The hosts were very welcoming and friendly and helped with suggestions for the area if we asked for them. The location was perfect for us, a family of 4 (one teenager and one almost!), we were able to explore so many beautiful places whilst coming back to a beautiful place. Barmouth beach is 30 mins drive away (beach meets mountains), lakes Bala and Vyrnwy are 40 mins drive (Windsurfing and Canoing), Aberdyfi 40 mins drive, (for a spot of Paddle boarding). The Red Lion pub in Dinas Mawddwy (5 mins drive) is a great locals pub and perfect for practicing your Welsh! Or over the pass towards Dollgellau for the Cross Foxes pub (10 mins drive) and dinner on the decking. When we go back for another holiday in Wales we are staying here, we liked it..... a lot.
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x super-king size double (zip-link can be set up as a twin on request)
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel raill and WC
- Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
- Air Sourced Underfloor heating
- Electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing/dryer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster
- Smart TV, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Highchair, travel cot and stairgate available on request
- Off-road parking for two cars
- Non-enclosed side patio with furniture, a barbecue and a fire pit
- Hot Tub
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 0.8 miles
- Note: On a working farm
- Please note: There is a steep single track road leading to the property, with care the track is manageable for most cars
- Check in from 5pm only
- The property is on the Mach Loop & planes can be viewed from the property
- Note: Short breaks must start on a Friday and a Monday
The property
Nestled into a working farm in Mallwyd is Ysgubor Craig y Gronfa, a stunning stone-built barn conversion bordering the Snowdonia National Park, is an ideal getaway for a family or two couples looking to explore Powys, mid Wales.
Be welcomed to this elevated property by the beautiful architecture, with the addition of traditional wagon wheels and potted plants adding to the quaint countryside feel.
The views boasted by the property and the patio garden are simply breath-taking, with sheep grazing across the fields and a dramatic backdrop of mountains and woodland; here, you can see the popular Aran Fawddwy, an idyllic walking and hiking spot to explore on your discovery days.
Unpack with ease from an off-road spot, into the open-plan living area, and flick on the kettle in the spacious kitchen, sporting green tiles, a range of amenities and plenty of space for guests to cook together, and there is a dining table ideal for indulging in a heart-warming meal.
The farmhouse atmosphere mixes with contemporary design throughout the living space, with arrow windows, tiled flooring and features of exposed stone.
Settle down in the beautifully furnished sitting area, with a selection of stylish furniture, a TV, full-length windows making the most of the landscape beyond and a warming woodburning stove for the cooler months.
Vaulted ceilings show off the galleried landing, leading to two lovely bedrooms, beginning with a super-king that can be set up as a twin on request, and a double with wooden ceiling beams, an arched window and lovely furniture, along with a contemporary bathroom.
Mallwyd is a picturesque rural village with a post office, a number of great pubs including the popular Brigands Inn, and a village shop.
Visit The Mach Loop notable for their use as low-level training areas for fast aircraft which can be watched with great views.
The village is settled within the Dyfi Valley, a breath-taking location that is great for hiking and mountain biking, and housing the River Dyfi, where guests can find Meirion Woolen Mill, which is open to visitors.
The market town of Machynlleth houses a great number of pubs, eateries and lovely independent stores, where you can browse local produce at your leisure and enjoy a heart-warming meal, and there is also a historic clock tower and riverside walks.
There is also the option to visit Dolgellau, which rests close to Cader Idris, one of Wales’s most stunning mountains, and offers further amenities and attractions.
From here you can head over to Aberdyfi, Barmouth or Borth beaches for a day spent at the seaside.
The property is close to the fantastic Snowdonia National Park, so take a walk through the beautiful landscape, enjoy wild swimming in the waterfalls and lakes, try out watersports and hike up to the top of Snowdon to experience the amazing views.
There are also adrenaline-filled activities at Zip World and National Trust sites to visit, great for birdwatching and walking.
Explore the wonders of Wales with a stay at the incredible Ysgubor Craig y Gronfa.
Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £100.
About the location
MALLWYD
Dolgellau 11 miles; Machynlleth 10 miles; Aberdovey 20 miles.
Mallwyd is a small rural village surrounded by beautiful countryside, in the breathtaking Dovey valley, which is overlooked by the wonderful Aran Mountains, in the southern part of Snowdonia National Park. The village boasts the renowned Brigands Inn, originally a 15th century coaching inn which today prides itself on its welcoming atmosphere and quality dining. There are three other pubs close by, and the Meirion Woollen Mill stands on the banks of the River Dovey and is open to visitors. The delightful market town of Dolgellau, which nestles beside the foothills of one of Wales' most spectacular mountains, Cader Idris, is only 11 miles away and its 17th Century bridges, church and variety of pubs and eating houses create a pleasant atmosphere. Aberdovey, a delightful seaside village with harbour and beautiful sandy beach is 20 miles and perfect for an exciting day out. This whole area is a paradise for walking, climbing, mountain biking and birdwatchers amidst all of Snowdonia including the nearby Coed-y-Brenin Forest with its famous mountain bike trails. Discover the beautiful Mawddach Estuary walks, miles of stunning sandy beaches, narrow gauge steam railways, golf, and a huge range of outdoor pursuits. A superb base for an all year round holiday amidst some of Britain’s most beautiful countryside.
Note: Short breaks must start on a Friday and a Monday
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas