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Characterful cottage in heart of Dolgellau

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Isfryn cottage is set in a quiet courtyard in the historic heart of the village
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Dining area and snug
Living area
Modern and well equipped kitchen
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

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  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

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Dolgellau, Wales
  • Popular LocationTorrent Walk4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMach Loop7 min drive
  • Popular LocationCader Idris Mountain38 min drive
  • AirportAnglesey (VLY)92 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Characterful cottage in heart of Dolgellau

This characterful self catering cottage is in the heart of Dolgellau, in Snowdonia National Park, North Wales. It's in a quiet location but close to the many places to eat, drink and shop in historic Dolgellau.

The little stone cottage sleeps 3 in 2 bedrooms. It has been stylishly refurbished with a sparkling new bathroom and kitchen. Located in a peaceful and unspoilt area of Snowdonia National Park, it’s a convenient, comfortable town base for couples, friends or a small family.

Location

Dolgellau (pronounced a little like “Dol-geth-lie”) is a traditional Welsh market town. The cottage is just off the main square in a quiet courtyard. You are just a few steps away from cafes, excellent restaurants and welcoming pubs. There are many walks from your door into the spectacular mountain landscape of Cader Idris or the scenic Mawddach Estuary Trail. The beaches of Fairbourne and Barmouth are a short drive away.

Inside

The Victorian cottage is cosy and compact with colourful vintage touches, period features and a new kitchen and bathroom. Walk in through a small room with a dining table and chairs. Make yourself at home in a comfortable arm chair and plan your days out with the local maps provided. There is central heating for instant warmth in every room.To the right is a snug lounge with a sofa and easy chair. If you’re not popping into town to eat out, the large digital TV means you can relax after a day exploring and log into your Netflix or the i-Player. There’s good WiFi too if you need to stay connected.

The modern kitchen is well equipped with a dishwasher, fridge, full sized oven with electric hob, washing machine and tumble dryer. There’s also a microwave, a cafetière and food mixer. Whether you’re preparing a lazy breakfast, picnic lunch or special meal you’ll find all the cooking utensils you need. The bathroom is on the ground floor with a bath and overhead rain shower.

A steep and narrow flight of stairs leads to 2 bedrooms. The double bedroom has a bay window looking across the slate rooftops of Dolgellau to the surrounding hills. The double bed has a deep mattress and crisp cotton bed linen. There are upcycled bedside tables and lights on each side of the bed. The second bedroom has one single bed and plenty of storage space. The large window looks across Listed stone buildings opposite and fills the room with plenty of light.

Who is this Cottage suitable for?

Couples, friends or families with one child who wish to be in the heart of Dolgellau. Guests with children should note there is a door but no stair gate between the bedrooms and the steep stairs. People with mobility issues may find these stairs between the bedrooms and downstairs bathroom challenging. There are 11 steps and the stairs have a bit of a twist at the bottom. For this reason we do not recommend the cottage for families with toddlers or those who find stairs a challenge.There’s a table and chairs outside the front door to enjoy watching the world go by, but no outdoor space. Dogs are welcome and there are good walks from the door.

Property manager

Sarah Heyworth

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Dolgellau

This cottage is located in Dolgellau. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eryri National Park and Barmouth Beach. Go Ape at Coed y Brenin and Penrhyn Amusement Arcade are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dolgellau, Wales

What's nearby

  • Torrent Walk - 4 min drive
  • Mach Loop - 7 min drive
  • Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre - 13 min drive
  • Barmouth Beach - 18 min drive
  • Cader Idris Mountain - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Fairbourne Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Stag Inn - 4 min walk
  • Mawddach Pizza Napoletana - 4 min drive
  • Cross Foxes - Bar Grill Rooms - 5 min drive
  • Unicorn Inn - 3 min walk
  • Y Sospan - 3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Characterful cottage in heart of Dolgellau pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Characterful cottage in heart of Dolgellau?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Characterful cottage in heart of Dolgellau?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Characterful cottage in heart of Dolgellau located?

Situated in Dolgellau, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Cymer Abbey and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Torrent Walk. Mach Loop and Cregennan Lakes are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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About the host

Hosted by Sarah Heyworth

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The Cottage in Dolgellau is managed by John and Sarah who also run the nearby Graig Wen holiday accommodation nearby on the Mawddach Estuary. John refurbished the former home of his Dad Peter, who was an art and craft teacher. You’ll see some of the attractive ceramics Peter made on the colourful Welsh dresser and around the house and other family artworks.

John and Sarah packed up their lives in Brighton in 2006 and left town with their dogs in an old motorhome. We discovered this special corner of Snowdonia after a year on the open road – we had found the wild escape of our dreams.

Why they chose this property

We are walkers and cyclists ourselves and our love of the mountains has taken us to teahouses in the Himalayas and hostels in the Alps. We think Eryri / Snowdonia National Park is hard to beat! Our lurchers Bryn and Franklin love the local beach walks and wanders around the ancient woodlands.

The sense of community in this quiet area is very warm. We have felt genuinely welcomed by locals, many of whom have lived here for generations. The sense of Welsh identity and cultural heritage is strong, and fascinating.

We also love the excellent range of independent shops, cafes and cosy pubs. You won't find many high street brands around here but you will find friendly service in excellent bakeries, butchers and quirky shops. There is a good choice of high quality places to eat from fine dining to possibly best the best home made cakes served anywhere in Wales!

We feel incredibly privileged to call Snowdonia home. It’s our pleasure to share it with others.

What makes this property unique

Guests love the central but peaceful location in the hidden gem village of Dolgellau. The property is a traditional old cottage with lots of individual furnishings and artworks as well as a modern and stylish bathroom and kitchen. Guests love to have a choice of scenic walks from the door and to have parking right outside. The fast wifi and and smart TV are great for when you just want to chill in the evenings.
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