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Gwel y Bryn

Machynlleth, North Wales Snowdonia

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  • Welcoming cottage in southern Snowdonia, central to beaches, mountains and market towns. Lovely log burner, pet-friendly and close to numerous attractions.

You can book this property from:

  • £557 per week
  • £80 per night
  • 4 Star
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

Features

Beds & bedrooms

  • Bed linen provided
  • 2 double beds
  • 2 single beds

Appliances

  • Washing machine
  • Tumble dryer
  • Dishwasher
  • Range/Aga
  • Freezer

Bathrooms

  • 2 WCs
  • Towels provided
  • Bath
  • Shower

Families

  • Family friendly
  • Travel cot
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate

Special Features

  • WiFi
  • Open fire or woodburner
  • Smart TV
  • Welcome pack

Outdoors

  • Garden or courtyard
  • Enclosed garden or courtyard
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor storage
  • Barbecue
  • Private parking
  • Secure bicycle storage

Nearby activities

  • Walking
  • Cycling
  • Watersports
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Pony trekking/horse riding

Accessibility

  • Ground floor WC
  • Walk-in shower

Important - please note

House Rules

  • Check in: 16:00
  • Check out: 10:00

Description

Previously two slate quarry-man's cottages, Gwel y Bryn has been beautifully renovated into one spacious accommodation that retains many original features. Located in the village of Corris in southern Snowdonia, the cottage is surrounded by beautiful scenery, walks and attractions. It also features an enclosed terraced garden with ever-changing views over hills to Cadair Idris. Central to the market towns of Dolgellau and Machynlleth, the Ancient Capital of Wales, as well as the Snowdonia peaks and sandy beaches. 

Ideal location to visit the Dyfi Bike Park with big mountain trails, set in 650 acres at the heart of Dyfi Forrest. Also Coed y Brenin for walking, running, mountain biking trails. Mountain bikes, equipment and mountain bike training can be hired locally and bikes delivered/collected at the cottage free of charge, whilst road bikes can also be hired locally. Secure bike storage on site.

Some of the other attractions in the area include the Talyllyn Steam Railway with Thomas the Tank Engine in Tywyn, Dolgoch Falls, as well as the ancient capital of Wales, Machynlleth, home to the Old Parliament House, the oldest street market on the British Isles and MOMA Wales art gallery.Aberdyfi links golf course, the RSPB Reserve, the Dyfi Osprey Project at Ynyshir and The Centre for Alternative Technology for pre-booked educational visits are all also popular attractions, to name but a few

 

Ground Floor

Living room - spacious and relaxed room with a country feel, featuring a log burner in a slate hearth, beamed ceilings and plenty of seating. Smart TV and Blu Ray Player, books, games, DVDs and maps also provided.

Kitchen / dining room - fully equipped kitchen with a dual fuel Range cooker with 6 rings, 2 ovens and grill. Large fridge freezer, microwave and an island unit also included. The dining area offers another relaxing space with a large dining table, retro chairs and dresser. Ornamental pot belly stove set in a slate fireplace.

Utility room - this room is accessed from the kitchen via a stable style door and includes a dishwasher and washer dryer. Access to rear terraced garden.

Downstairs WC and wash hand basin.

Stair gates permanently fixed in position at the cottage - 1 at the top of the stairs and the second at the bottom.

Upstairs

Bedroom 1 - Spacious and relaxing main bedroom with double bed, chest of drawers, bedside tables and lamps. Armchair and rocking chair overlooking the hills at the opposite side of the valley.

Bedroom 2 - Cottage style double bed and combi wardrobe, chest of drawers and mirror, bedside tables and lamps. Wicker chair and views to other side of the valley.

Bedroom 3 - Twin bedroom with chest of drawers, bedside table and lamps. View out to rear terrace garden area.

Bathroom - Stylish room with a bath and hand held shower head, as well as a separate shower unit, WC, wash hand basin and views onto hillside.

Garden

Fully enclosed rear garden. Steps with hand rails lead to an elevated decking area with table and seating where you can enjoy views over the house towards the hills and the summit of Cadair Idris. Charcoal BBQ set also provided.

If you're bringing the family, there's also a children's playground conveniently located within 50 meters of the cottage.

Additional Information

  • Welcome pack includes Welsh tea, coffee, sugar and milk, biscuits a bottle of wine.
  • Central heating and electricity included.
  • Starter pack of logs provided for the wood burner. Additional logs can also be purchased at Co-op supermarket in Machynlleth.
  • Bed linen, hand and bath towels provided
  • Hairdryer provided
  • Travel cot, high chair and stair gate available on request. Please bring your own cot linen. Stair gates permanently fixed in position at the cottage - 1 at the top of the stairs and the second at the bottom.
  • Wifi available
  • 2 dogs welcome (ground floor only)
  • No smoking inside the cottage please
  • Kitchen provisions: salt and pepper, kitchen roll, washing up liquid, dishwasher tabs, dishcloths, tin foil and cling film.
  • Bathroom provisions: hand soap and 2 toilet rolls per WC.
  • General cleaning products provided: shower cleaner, anti bacterial spray etc.
  • 3 parking spaces at the opposite side of the road.
  • Bike storage for 4 x 29 er's (no electric bike charging available)

Reviews

A delightful cottage with character Equipped with everything you might need to a high standard

Mrs C,

We had such a lovely 2 weeks here. There was so much to do in the area and the house was so comfortable that we felt at home straight away. We loved all the interesting details in the house and there were even binoculars which we borrowed on a couple of our trips out. The owners were very kind and accessible if we needed anything. The people we met in the area were very friendly too. We would definitely come back again.

Mrs R,

Great place with plenty of space in a lovely part of Wales.

Mr M,

We've had a wonderful 2 weeks in this lovely cottage. You've really thought of everything to make this place a 'home away from home!' Thanks for the informative visitor information files- my husband had a good laugh reading through them! Excellent location with plenty of walks right from the door or Dolgellau. Our boys really enjoyed watching the army planes fly by! Would definitely recommend this place- Thanks very much!

Map

Located in Corris Uchaf (upper Corris) in southern Snowdonia, a former quarry village that once provided slate to roof the world. Surrounded by an ever changing landscape of breath-taking mountains and lakes. Highly convenient location on the A487, central to two beautiful market towns; Machynlleth, the Ancient Capital of Wales and Dolgellau, home to over 200 listed buildings – more than any other town in Wales.

The village of Corris offers a good range of amenities and attractions, from Corris Craft Centre and Corris Mines to King Arthur’s Labyrinth, an underground adventure on a boat, through a magical waterfall and deep into the Snowdonia mountains. There is also a lovely cafe / shop and village pub. A wider range of amenities can be found 6.5 miles away in Machynlleth, including 3 supermarkets (small to medium size), newsagent and bakery, butcher, cafes, pubs and restaurants.

Amongst the numerous recommended places to eat locally, you have Bistro Number 21 and Wynnstay Hotel in Machynlleth, Glan yr Afon in Pennal (9 miles) Cross Foxes Inn (6 miles) and Salt Marsh Kitchen in Tywyn (12 miles). To sample some of the local ales in a relaxing atmosphere, visit White Lion in Machynlleth or Glan yr Afon in Pennal.

The cottage is also central to the sandy beaches of Aberdyfi and Tywyn on the North Wales coast, and Cader Idris, one of the most popular peaks of Snowdonia National Park. For castles, Castell y Bere in Llanfihangel-y-Pennat is a hidden gem, whilst Harlech to the north is a World Heritage Site. Last but not least, Corris and the surrounding area is also part of UNESCO's internationally recognised Dyfi Biosphere.

Some of the other attractions in the area include the Talyllyn Steam Railway with Thomas the Tank Engine in Tywyn, Dolgoch Falls, as well as the ancient capital of Wales, Machynlleth, home to the Old Parliament House, the oldest street market on the British Isles and MOMA Wales art gallery.Aberdyfi links golf course, the RSPB Reserve, the Dyfi Osprey Project at Ynyshir and The Centre for Alternative Technology for pre-booked educational visits are all also popular attractions, to name but a few

Walking

  • Cadair Idris (mountain) – 3 main routes starting from Minffordd (1.5 miles), Llanfihangel-y-Pennat (7.5 miles), Dolgellau (9 miles).
  • All Wales Coast Path - this world famous path will provide you with amazing views on your way to Aberdyfi and the North Wales coast. Join the path 6 miles away near Machynlleth
  • Glyndwr's Way - a long distance footpath in Mid Wales that was granted National Trail status in the year 2000. Join the path in Machynlleth, opposite the Parliament House - 6.7 miles.
  • Torrent Walk – Brithdir - moderate leisure walk approx 2½ miles along the river. 8 miles
  • Precipice Walk –a 3 mile (2 hour) circular route from a designated car park not far from Llanfachreth. Although the path stands at about 800ft above sea level, there is little climbing and descending along the route. It can be a great option for an adventurous family outing with fantastic views towards the mountains of Snowdonia and Cardigan Bay

Cycling

  • Lon Las Cymru (Route 8, connecting North and South Wales) can be accessed from the doorstep
  • Dyfi Bike Park at Pantperthog 4 miles (6 mins) down the road
  • The Mawddach Trail – Suitable for all ages. Perfect for cycling, walking and for wheelchair users. Dolgellau (9 miles, where you can hire bikes) to Barmouth.
  • Coed-y-Brenin Mountain Biking Centre – Suitable routes for all ages. 17 miles

Fishing

  • Lake fishing at Tal-y-llyn. 3 miles
  • River Dyfi offers excellent fishing and is famous for its brown trout, salmon and sea trout. 6 miles

Golf

  • Machynlleth Golf Club – 9 hole golf course. 7 miles
  • Aberdyfi Golf Club - 18 hole golf course. 15 miles

Beaches

  • Tywyn Beach - sandy beach along with a promenade and paddling pool. 12 miles
  • Aberdyfi Beach – Long sandy beach on the northern side of the Dyfi Estuary. Lovely seaside resort with plenty of cafes, shops and restaurants. 15 miles

Watersports

  • Watersports in Aberdyfi includes sailing, sail boarding, rowing, canoeing, fishing and boat trips. 15 miles

Horse riding

  • Bwlchgwyn Pony Trekking Centre, Arthog - suitable for anyone over 4yrs. 15.5 miles
  • Booking line
  • Mon - Fri: 9am - 9pm
  • Sat: 9am - 8pm
  • Sun: 10am - 8pm
  • Bank Holidays: 10am - 6pm
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