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FFYNNON GOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Bala

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Living area
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Bala, North Wales
  • Place, Bala Lake
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Bala Lake Railway - Llangower Station
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Eryri National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom -

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

FFYNNON GOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Bala

Well-maintained grade II listed detached house, situated looking down on Bala Lake, in the small hamlet of Llangower. The North Wales town of Bala in the Snowdonia National Park is just three miles down the road.

Ffynnon Gower is a grade II listed stone cottage with original features overlooking Bala Lake next to the Snowdonia National Park.

The cottage sleeps five adults and has two double bedrooms, a single bedroom, one family bathroom and a small cloakroom.

On the ground floor there is a living room and a dining room, both with wood burners, a kitchen, and a large drying and storage room.

Outside is a substantial garden mostly laid to lawn with a large slate-paved patio with picnic furniture looking onto the lake and off-road parking for four cars.

Located next to the lake, and within short distance of the surrounding countryside and the amenities of the village of Bala, Ffynnon Gower is ideal for families, couples and groups of friends all year round.Note: There will be scaffolding on the property between January and April but this should not cause any disruption to guests

Amenities: Oil central heating with two woodburning stoves. Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, TV with Freeview, DVD, Bluetooth speaker, iPod dock. Bed linen and towels incl. in rent. Power, fuel and two starter packs for the wood burners inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, furniture and picnic area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops, pubs and restaurants 3 miles away. Please note: Maximum occupancy is 5 including one infant. Note: No stag/hen parties or similar allowed Note: Property has wifi but can be intermittent. Note: There will be scaffolding on the property between January and April but this should not cause any disruption to guests

Region: Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.


Town: The bustling market town of Bala lies within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park and is located at the head of Llyd Tegid, Bala's famous lake, which is also known as the largest natural lake in Wales. A great water sports destination popular activities include: fishing, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing, and whitewater rafting. 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. Note: There will be scaffolding on the property between January and April but this should not cause any disruption to guests

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bala

Bala is home to this cottage. Eryri National Park and Y Berwyn National Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Bala Lake Railway - Llangower Station and Bala Lake Railway - Llanuwchllyn Station. Bala Lake Railway Interpretive Centre and Bala Lake Railway - Bala Station are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with canoeing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Bala, North Wales

What's nearby

  • Bala Lake - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Bala Lake Railway - Llangower Station - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Eryri National Park - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Llyn Tegid - 9 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Lake Vyrnwy - 13 min drive - 20.3 km

Getting around

  • Betws-Y-Coed Station - 35 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 114 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bulls Head - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Y Cyfnod Cafe & Bistro - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Goat - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Henry Robertson Dining Room - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Venice - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is FFYNNON GOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Bala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at FFYNNON GOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Bala?

As of 26 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FFYNNON GOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Bala on 17 July 2026 start from AU$414, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at FFYNNON GOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Bala?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at FFYNNON GOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Bala?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at FFYNNON GOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Bala?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is FFYNNON GOWER, family friendly, character holiday cottage in Bala located?

Situated in Bala, this cottage is steps from Bala Lake and 2 mi (3.3 km) from Eryri National Park. Bala Lake Railway - Llangower Station and Bala Lake Railway - Llanuwchllyn Station are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jurgen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Excellent! This house has the best view of Wales! Very friendly owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta B.

Tranquil, cosy, warm, secluded cottage in a perfect Idyllic setting by lake Bala

This was a perfect short winter break for my partner & I who are keen walkers. The cottage was very comfortable, clean & well equipped with all you required including good Wifi connection. There are 2 log wood burners which was a major bonus and no doubt added to the incredibly peaceful, cosy atmosphere which permeated throughout the entire cottage. Views from both front & back of the cottage were spectacular. It was such a treat to wake on our first morning to the magnificent surrounding views (snow capped mountains over lake Bala at the front & fields of sheep at the back). There was easy, safe car parking on site within the cottage grounds (so no angst there & car can be brought right up to the back door if necessary). This little gem of a cottage really is secluded & peaceful. There are no other cottages attached to it and you have complete privacy. (We only saw the lovely, very helpful Mr & Mrs Jones once for key handover on arrival and again on departure). We came back to London feeling totally rejuvenated & revived and look forward to revisiting Ffynnon Gower again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Birgit F.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Tolles Cottage, schöne Lage.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely cottage

Lovely cottage and fantastic views and a great location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael R.

A cosy cottage with great facilities. Awesome views.

Fabulous Holiday. Serenity.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

Short stay - therapeutic and calming

The property is located above the lake which gives it a beautiful vantage and peaceful ambiance. The property is well equipped with every mod-con as well as real log fires. We particularly enjoyed sitting at the table on the terrace watching the changing autumnal landscape against the backdrop of the sky and lake. The reception was friendly and efficient and despite its rural location the property is easy to find - even in the dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x 4ft double bed, 1 x single. Bathroom with bath, shower, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Kitchen. Dining room with woodburning stove. Living room with woodburning stove.

What makes this property unique

Oil central heating with two woodburning stoves. Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer, TV with Freeview, DVD, Bluetooth speaker, iPod dock. Bed linen and towels incl. in rent. Power, fuel and two starter packs for the wood burners inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, furniture and picnic area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops, pubs and restaurants 3 miles away. Please note: Maximum occupancy is 5 including one infant. Note: No stag/hen parties or similar allowed

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