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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
89 Customer Reviews
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"A really lovely cosy cottage in a beautiful and peaceful location, would definitely recommend a stay here."
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"Beautiful, stunning setting."
Cosy, comfy cottage. Very friendly hosts. We will be back!
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"We had a great holiday despite the indifferent weather."
The cottage was lovely, comfortable, very clean and well equipped. The owners were very friendly and happy to show us around and allowed us to explore the farm. There are lots of walks nearby and the town of Bala is only a ten minute drive away. We highly recommend this cottage and would love to stay again sometime.
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"Beautiful cottage on a working farm."
Only downside which wouldn't be a problem for everyone, was the super hard bed. Also a slightly larger sofa would be good. Having said that we had a wonderful time and it was lovely to speak to the farmer who made us feel very welcome
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"The property was immaculate and so very comfortable."
Family were so very welcoming and friendly especially during this very busy time for them. Thankyou for the perfect break
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"Amazing cosy property with everything you need for a lovely relaxing stay."
The whole cottage finished to a high standard and is set in beautiful surroundings with a view of the sheep and cows. We had an amazing weekend and would definitely recommend.
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"A perfect cottage for my husband & I, everything we could possibly want, location on out of the way hillside with sheep & newborn lambs making view idyllic, cottage was warm clean and welcoming, furnished beautifully."
We will definitely return to this wonderful location again.
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"Absolutely perfect little cottage!"
Off the beaten track on a farm , stunning views and close to lots of things to do ! Cottage well equipped and very clean and comfortable! Tea coffee and essentials there though I had my own . Wouldn’t change anything. Hayley
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"Wonderful property, well equipped with everything you need."
In a beautiful part of wales - highly recommend
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"Lovely stay."
The cottage is ultra clean and equipped with all you need to relax & unwind within the beautiful scenery and the family who own the property could not be more friendly & helpful. We would recommend Waedog Bach highly. Thank you again. R&P.
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"Many thanks to our hosts for a great holiday."
We will be back. Graham & Kim
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"What a little gem."
We had a thoroughly wonderful time at Waedog Bach, it is a perfect little couples retreat. It had everything we needed, I only wish we were staying longer. Aled, our host was very welcoming and kind. We will definitely be getting more dates booked in. Gabrielle & Steven.
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"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Waedog Bach."
The cottage was really cosy & very well equipped. The owners were very friendly & helpful. Location was really good for visiting many places of interest. A lovely walking area too!
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"We needed a holiday to recharge after a few stressful months, the cottage is very, very cosy."
lovely quiet place to relax and recharge yourself. bath room was impeccable only issue was working the shower, this was a very modern shower system but there was no instructions for it in the instructions folder and we couldn't get the water hot. The bath was massive and very comfortable however one slight downfall and this is only my opinion it needed a rail or grab handle to help get out of it or you would get stuck like i did. The WiFi was very hit and miss. personally i would advise people of this in the listing, alot of the time the signal was so weak you could not use it. lastly the sofa, the sofa is very well used and needs replacing asap maybe for a slightly bigger one as you were literally sitting on top of each other and you sunk down into the seat again making it hard to get off. the Farm and family including the lovely dogs made our stay a great just what we needed in a holiday. if the wifi and sofa were sorted would defo stay again. regards Jay and Jo. x
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"We have returned today, what a fabulous stay we had."
Spotlessly clean, very, very welcome. Love the farm and the sheep dogs took me back to my childhood! The family were so welcoming and friendly. I certainly didn't want to go home. The cottage is spot on perfect for visiting everywhere we wanted to go. If I can persuade my hubby we'll be back soon!!!! Don't all book, cuz I want to book again soon!!!
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"Water too hot, no signs to let you know water can scald!"
Shower too complicated to use and water temperature too high. Bed too small - king size please. No BBC TV.
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"Fabulous stay - would really recommend it!"
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"We had a really lovely stay at Waedog Bach."
The cottage had everything we could possibly need. It was clean, beautifully decorated and very cosy. The bathroom was big and had a wonderful bath - really missed it when we arrived home! It was interesting having the sheep, cattle and dogs around all the time and watching the workings of the farm. We found the area beautiful and visited the lakes, railways and walked in different parts.
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"Absolutely amazing stay, the cottage has everything you could possibly need and more."
Gorgeous views of the beautiful farm and land and in a central location to visit other areas of Wales the town is only a short drive away where you can get a decent meal or groceries for cooking at the cottage. Aled and his family are so welcoming and are happy to explain the workings and history of the farm. We had a fantastic stay I would highly recommend.
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"What a lovely place to stay."
The cottage is in a beautiful setting on a working farm. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need and the bathroom has a great shower. Loved watching all the animals and were lucky enough to witness the birth of a calf. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend this place.
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"We had a wonderful time at Waedog Bach which we found very comfortable and in an ideal location for exploring the area around Bala and beyond."
We were made most welcome by the family ( and the dogs!) and everyone was happy to chat and explain the workings of the farm. It was exciting for us to witness the birth of one calf and to see another shortly after its birth. Of course, the new lambs were a delight to watch. Linda and I would not hesitate to recommend the property.
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"The property was clean & well equipped."
The bathroom was lovely with a very modern shower & bath. The bed was very firm. The only downside was the sofa which was a bit worn making it difficult to get up from if your a bit elderly. Overall it was a pretty cottage with views of the farm and animals.
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"Excellent property with lovely views all around, the cottage is clean and cosy."
The owners are also lovely! Would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a relaxing getaway that's also good value for money!
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"The cottage was beautifully furnished, however, the front door had a large clear class window which meant that anyone coming downstairs in the morning was in full view to the outside farm, so guests would need to get dressed when getting up for coffee in the morning."
A blind or frosted glass would have made this area much more private. Also there was an a joining door through to the owners cottage with an open keyhole to see through, this needs to be covered up. The bathroom was large and luxurious, however the heated towel rail was off and the bathroom was chilly even in late August and there was only one toilet roll supplied. Having some sort of scouring pad in the kitchen would also help with cleaning sticky saucepans. The farm setting was truly beautiful and the dogs were very friendly, however they were also very noisy at times, more than would generally be expected even on a working farm, on one of the nights the dogs started howling like a pack of wolves at 3 am. Lastly, the late booking in time of 5pm and early departure time of 10 am felt rather inconvenient.
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"Great property, exactly as the pictures show."
Very cosy vibes and great views from the windows. Super cute cows and rabbits everywhere. Really spacious bedroom and bathroom. About a 5 min drive from bala town centre. The mattress was quite hard. Would benefit from a mattress topper. Very enjoyable stay.
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"Lovely location, very friendly and fabulous cottage"
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"We would highly recommend this property, located on a working farm, for anyone visiting North Wales."
The cottage is beautifully decorated throughout with a well-equipped kitchen, very comfortable couch and an extremely comfortable bed. The bedroom has a wonderful view of the distant hills and the sheep paddocks and you can hear the soothing sounds of the farm animals as you are drifting off to sleep. It has one of the most beautiful and spacious bathrooms we have seen, with a separate bath and shower and an abundance of fluffy towels.Our host Aled and his family (and enthusiastic sheep dogs) made us feel like one of the family during the week we stayed there, allowing us unrestricted access to walk across the farmland. We would not hesitate to stay there again and would highly recommend this property to others.
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"Lovely"
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"A very enjoyable stay and great to be around a proper working farm."
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"We loved everything about our stay at the farm."
It was wonderful to have the animals so close to the cottage and watch the sheep and lambs cows and calves . We had our own bit of parking . Very easy and comfortable accommodation. Excellent showe etc. Easy access to Bala Lake . We loved everything about it and would return .
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"Arrived at the cottage the first impression was what a stunning location, better than expected, inside our cottage was of a really great quality, the view from bedroom was amazing , we would and probably will book this cottage again ."
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"We loved staying at Waedog Bach, we were there for a week and wanted a base for discovering North Wales, and also to relax we had everything we needed in the cottage and loved being on the working farm, our host were lovely and always stopped to chat if they saw us, we will definitely be back to stay here one day, we felt very relaxed, it was just what we needed and more."
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"Really enjoyed our stay, cottage and area really lovely, not very comfortable leather sofa though."
Property owner really nice.
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"Very nice cottage which had plenty of facilities for a short stay for two."
The two comments I'd make is the heating didn't seem to do anything but move between 18c and 20c, no matter what you set it too. Also the bed is very hard and while that might suite some, it didn't us. I guess you can't make everyone happy. All in all however, a very nice cottage and stay. Lovely area and view too. Thank you very much and we will likely be back.
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"We loved our stay, generous hosts, beautiful farm, comfortable, clean accomodation."
It was perfect for a lazy couple of days walking, drinking wine and stargazing.
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"A lovely break in a fantastic setting."
Beautifully clean, So quiet and peaceful. The bedroom and bathroom are fantastic and very well finished, my only small gripe is that the lounge, dining and kitchen area are all in one rather small room (which looks alot bigger in your photos) and the small sofa is guite worn, making it hard to get out of when you're getting on a bit!! Other than that, fantastic!
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"Thank you for making us very welcome."
Sandra and Peter
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"WOW.."
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"Very good accommodation clean and well equipped Would visit again"
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"Property was spotless on arrival."
Very helpfully kitted out with the odd bits and bobs you need to settle in straight away. Hosts were very welcoming and kind to talk to. Charming area, lovely dogs that were incredibly friendly.
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"It was absolutely lovely, perfectly clean & tidy and the kitchen was spotless."
Only issue was figuring out the shower but other than that, no faults whatsoever. Would highly recommend.
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"Have just returned from a fantastic week in Snowdonia."
The cottage was spotless and was equipped with everything that you need during your stay. The owners are friendly and we were greeted by some very cute/friendly dogs! I would highly recommend this cottage and would 100% return when visiting the area again.
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"We had excellent holiday."
Loved the friendly sheep dogs. Sofa too low for me and needs a bit of padding on the seats. Otherwise perfect . Thank you
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"The cottage out look was very nice and peaceful, just what we needed, the farm dogs and the farm owners were friendly and happy to talk to you."
We will definitely be returning to this cottage again.
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"Cottage was very nice, clean and well equipped."
Enjoyed our stay next to working farm. If you are looking for real countryside feel that’s the right place to stay.
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"The cottage was excellent, really well appointed, well equipped and comfortable."
Aled and family were very welcoming and helpful. It was most enjoyable to be on a working farm.Lovely spot convenient for Bala, touring and walking in the beautiful North Wales countryside. Would definitely stay again.
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"We recently stayed in this wonderful cottage and everything exceeded our expectations: The cottage is located close to Bala, which has a beautiful lake and offers various great routes for hiking."
Bala is also great for further exploring Snowdonia national park. The cottage has very modern appliances while at the same time keeping its cosy atmosphere. Furthermore, the cottage is very well equipped which was very important to us since we liked to cook ourselves. Everything was exceptionally clean. We also met the lovely owners who were very kind to give us advice about hikes to do in the proximity of the cottage. All in all we had an amazing stay and we can absolutely recommend the cottage when visiting Wales.
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"The cottage was absolutely spotless, the family had obviously gone the extra mile."
They provided everything that was stated and more. We took things that we have needed in the past, such as - foil, toilet rolls, cooking oil. If provided we have always needed more than was supplied, NOT WITH THIS RENTER. My wife would have liked me to bring the bath home with us, I just could not get it in our Yaris, the most comfortable bath she had ever bathed in! AND not only a bath but an excellent separate shower.
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"A wonderful location with stunning views of the local area."
Many local walks on the doorstep, with local shops only 2 miles away in Bala. Aled and Awen the owners , are very helpful and welcoming to their working farm. Would recommend for a relaxing getaway.
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"A pretty cottage, spotlessly clean that’s well equipped."
The owners Aled and Anwen were pleasant and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
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"It is a lovely cottage with everything there for a relaxing break."
It was so peaceful and quiet, plenty of walks and stunning views. Would highly recommend.
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"Wonderful experience!"
Simply brilliant ☺️
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"We had a wonderful short break at Waedog Bach."
The cottage itself was very cosy and ideal as a base to explore the area, and a drawer full of ideas as to what to do if you get stuck! Despite being seemingly in the middle of no-where we got to the main road in no time at all. We had a great day out going around Lake Vyrnwy with a walk around an amazing waterfall and a drive around the lake, and also a visit to the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. The whole property is very modern and the kitchen has everything you need, the bathroom has a nice big bath and shower and the bedroom was a decent size with lots of space with drawers and a wardrobe and more than enough soft towels provided! We only needed to consider getting some food in and we were set for out stay! We got a warm welcome from the dogs who made sure we knew which way to head when we got there (and also came to make sure we were OK when we got home after our day out!). Would thoroughly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing break away.
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"The cottage was very nicely kitted out."
No problems and the family farm very welcoming.
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"The cottage was spotlessly clean, cosy and comfortable."
The farm setting was lovely, and a fantastic view to wake up to. A very enjoyable stay.
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"Location and cleanliness of the cottage - very clear directions on how to access the property - great value for money."
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"The cottage was very comfortable and clean."
It was very well equipped with everything we needed for a short stay. The views were amazing and it was lovely to be on a working farm.
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"Cottage was excellent, immaculately clean with everything we needed to enjoy our stay."
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"The cottage is beautiful."
Ideal for a nice relaxing break for my wife and I. Waking up to the sounds of the farm was extremely relaxing. Very friendly, dogs a bit mad chasing the car which made us both laugh. Would definitely book again.
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"We had a lovely time staying here, the cottage was gorgeous and the views were simply amazing."
The owners were so welcoming, Would definitely stay here again.
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"Snowdonia is a wonderful area to visit."
Especially if you like to walk. To be able to enhance a visit by staying in a beautiful, cosy, well equipped cottage makes all the difference. I have stayed in many holiday cottages over the years and I think this was probably the best. Being on a farm when the fields are full of newborn lambs was delightful. The farm dogs were very amusing and made our stay extra special.
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"The cottage was just perfect, Thank you Aled and all his family for making us feel so welcome, We had a great time and a lovely break."
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"Access to the building would be difficult for visitors with mobility problems, however it wasn't an issue for us."
It was a very enjoyable holiday in a well appointed cottage.
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"Location is everything as we love to walk and cycle, this little end cottage on a working farm was a perfect find for us, enabling us to explore both the local surroundings, and venture further on bicycles and accomplish some of those punchy hills."
The cottage was exceptionally clean, comfortable and cosy, the kitchen is equipped with everything we required, the bed was also very comfortable for us, and has a wonderful view, that and the farm yard wake up calls were most appealing. The owners are really friendly and happy to chat and explain about farming life. We do hope Tup 86 & 11 have made a few ladies happy! Would have loved to have stayed longer.
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"We were delighted with Waedog ."
It is very comfortable, beautifully decorated, warm and cosy and, as a bonus it’s well located to explore North Wales. The lounge kitchen area is small but actually perfect. We found ourselves eating at the table for the first time in ages! Highly recommended
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"Enjoyed a lovely September break here."
The cottage is beautifully decorated, comfortable and is equipped with everything you need. It is on a working farm so there is plenty to see including ewes, rams, cattle and four friendly, working border collies. The views are fantastic and the location peaceful. The cottage, near to Lake Bala, is ideal for exploring North Wales by car, or if you prefer, on foot. We would certainly recommend Waedog Bach and it's stunning surroundings. and look forward to visiting again in the future.
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"It was a beautiful cottage in a wonderful location."
The whole place had a lovely relaxed feeling and the family were a delight. We were struck at how clean the cottage was but must admit the kitchen area was smaller than expected. But this is only a minor criticism as the whole package more than made up for this. Being on a working farm and the friendliness of the family made the whole holiday memorable and we would not hesitate in recommending this cottage to any one who wants to have a peaceful stress free holiday in a wonderful location.
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"This was just the most perfect place to stay!"
We had an amazing time on this farm and even saw a calf being born! If you’re considering staying here, don’t even think about it - do it, it’s perfect! In a great location and everyone was very welcoming and friendly. The house is beautiful and very clean! Will be going back to stay again!
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"A wonderful little cottage on a working farm set in idyllic secnery of mountains, lakes, forests and streams."
Welcoming friendly owners - and dogs - made us feel at home from the outset and they work so hard, morning, noon and night. A week was not enough to see everything in the area so we will definitely be back to this magical place.
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"Wonderful holiday cottage."
Very comfortable. Surrounded by Beautiful scenery. On a working farm with cattle and sheep and friendly dogs. Would definitely stay here again.
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"Wonderful place to stay."
We even watched calves being born. Owners were friendly and made you feel welcome. House was very clean with a fantastic bathroom.
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"BEING on a farm and with beautiful views from the windows> Friendly owners (and so were the sheep dogs)."
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"Exceptional cottage, spotlessly clean and very well appointed on very friendly family run farm, some mornings it can be a little noisy depending if it’s market day and other mornings completely silent but it really wasn’t an issue."
Lovely views from the cottage, in the mornings the sun comes over the hills and shines directly on the cottage, superb. Easy to find and easy access to Bala, we had good weather and had a lovely week in Snowdonia, an absolutely stunning part of the country made better by our accommodation. Highly recommended for the cottage,the family and area, we would happily go back.
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"Throughly enjoyed our holiday to wales in this cottage."
The experience of the farm setting was enjoyable and the relaxing surroundings was what we needed. Welcoming family and the animals always said hello on arrival. Would definitely return to this cottage.
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"Very clean and real thought has been put into providing some little extras that go towards making it feel very homely and inviting."
There are good facilities in Bala, the nearby town
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"The cottage is situated perfectly in North Wales to enable you to explore snowdonia."
Staying on a working farm is incredible and the sheep dogs which greet you everyday was wonderful.
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"We had a fantastic stay , the experience staying on a working farm was something I'll never forget , we got to see the lambing first hand and that was so moving , They were such a friendly hard working family , the cottage was beautiful , it couldn't have been in a better location !"
! The views from all Windows were breath taking .. We wish them all the luck in the world and were looking forward to seeing them next year .... Thank you x
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"From the moment we arrived we left comfortable."
The cottage was beautiful and located on a stunning farm, I couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay for our little holiday away.
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"The facilities in the cottage were first rate , as were the welcome from the 2 farm dogs and owners ."
This cottage is an excellent base to explore the Welsh countryside . Would loved to have stayed for longer and will definitely be booking a return visit . Would highly recommend to others .
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"A lovely place to stay for some tranquillity and calm time."
Property was well equipped and very clean. The main living lounge / kitchen area was a little smaller than we initially thought from the photos (and not the best set up with the table in front of the sofa, so one could not see the TV), but we quickly adjusted to it and found the property very cosy. A vacuum cleaner would have been useful to help hoover and keep the place clean throughout the week - we used the dustpan and brush, but it was not as effective. Will visit property again. Thank you to the owners for making the place extra special and cosy for us - homemade mince pies were awaiting us upon arrival and a decorated Christmas Tree to make the place Christmassy for our festive stay. :)
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"Lovely cottage, lovely owners of the farm."
They made us feel welcome. The welsh cakes were delivious. Although it was on a farm - it was quite peaceful.
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"The family could not have been more welcoming and helpful."
The cottage was five star! Couldn't have been better. We had a really lovely week, had some really interesting outings and the town of Bala is so handy for general shopping or eating out.
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"One of the best cottages for two we have ever stayed in-very clean and comfortable with spacious bedroom and bathroom."
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"Beautiful location and felt very welcome cottage was absolutely lovely."
. Wonderful relaxing week
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"Could have done with a wok in the kitchen but otherwise was lovely."
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"Total comfort and extremely high standard."
Very friendly people. Just had a fantastic weekend
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"Fantastic property, freshly modernised with excellent facilities and perfect for two people."
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"The effort the owners went to in order to make us feel at home as well as ensuring the cottage had all the facilities/cooking equipment we could ever need."
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"For a new listing they got it right"
Summary
- One double bedroom
- Bathroom with double-ended bath, seperate double shower, basin and WC
- Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric log-effect stove.
- Biomass central heating with ground floor underfloor heating and electric stove
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off road parking for 2 cars
- Slate courtyard with furniture and firepit
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shops and pub 2 miles
- Note: Courtyard garden has a small unfenced drop to lower level
- Note: There are 3 steps up to the front door and a small threshold step between the landing and bathroom
- Note: Babes-in-arms only
- Note: Although this cottage does not accept pets, as it is situated on a working farm, the owners working dogs live here and may meet you on arrival.
The property
A wonderful cottage attached to the owners own Grade II listed farmhouse, which dates back to the 16th century, situated on their working sheep and beef farm, in the pretty rural hamlet of Rhos-y-Gwaliau, just two miles from the popular market town of Bala.
Excellently-placed for touring the stunning Snowdonia National Park, this lovely cottage is perfect for a couple who wish to experience authentic country life at a true rural retreat.
The property has been completely renovated to a beautiful standard, providing contemporary accommodation, whilst still retaining plenty of wonderful character features, such as sash windows, exposed stone lintels and deep sills.
This pretty cottage exudes a warm Welsh welcome, and the well-equipped open plan living area boasts a modern kitchen, an intimate dining area and sitting area with a comfy sofa and underfloor heating, ensuring a cosy temperature is maintained.
Upstairs the spacious double bedroom offers oak furniture and splendid views of the countryside, whilst the beautifully-styled bathroom is complemented by nice little touches such as spotlighting, a double shower and a separate double-ended bath, perfect for a pampering soak at the end of a busy day exploring.
Outside, the off road parking area is covered with crushed purple slate, which leads round to the rear of the cottage, creating a raised courtyard area with furniture, a lovely little hideaway, ideal for a morning cup of coffee or a glass of fizz in the evening just throw a few logs onto the firepit and swap stories long into the night.
There are numerous walks from the doorstep, as well as several outdoor activity centres within easy reach, including the renowned National White Water Centre, offering sailing, windsurfing and kayaking.
Visit Bala and sample the fine selection of shops, bars, cafes and restaurants, and theres also a golf course to practice your swing and mountain bike trails for keen cyclists in your party.
Alternatively, for a more leisurely pastime, take a trip on the Bala Lake Steam Railway, or spend a day exploring Barmouth or Harlech, both with superb sandy beaches.
Further afield great days out can be had at Llangollen and Chirk Castles, whilst the breathtakingly-beautiful Lake Vyrnwy is also well worth a visit.
This delightful cottage is an ideal retreat to be enjoyed all year round, equally perfect for an exciting holiday or relaxing romantic getaway.
About the location
RHOS-Y-GWALIAU
Bala 2.2 miles.
Rhos-y-Gwaliau is a small rural hamlet situated in stunning countryside on the eastern side of the Snowdonia National Park, just over two miles from the lakeside town of Bala. The bustling market town of Bala is located at the head of Llyn Tegid, Bala’s famous lake, which is the largest natural lake in Wales and home to a unique fish called the Gwyniad, a relic of the Ice Age. Renowned as a centre for great watersports, including fishing, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and whitewater rafting, Bala is also the headquarters of the narrow gauge Bala Lake Railway. The town itself is steeped in history and has a range of interesting shops, inns and restaurants, as well as an historical town walk. Surrounded by the wonderful Berwyn Mountains on one side and the beautiful Snowdonia Mountain Range on the other, this is a mecca for climbing, walking, mountain biking and many other outdoor activities. An ideal location for touring all of North and Mid Wales, including the stunning Cambrian Bay Coast with the six-mile long Harlech beach, overlooked by its majestic medieval castle. An excellent base for exploring the area.
Note: Babes-in-arms only.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas