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Gwel y Bryn

Machynlleth, North Wales
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This property is managed by Original Cottages info_outline

Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
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At a glance

  • Historic cottage with original features, perfect for walking, birding, fishing nearby and exploring Snowdonia
  • Enjoy cycling, mountain biking with Dyfi Bike Park all on the doorstep of Gwel y Bryn
  • Tasteful accommodation in small village in the heart of mid-Wales, close to beaches and mountains
  • Gorgeous views from the garden deck over the surrounding hills and the peak of Cader Idris
  • There is a children's play park 100yds from the cottage
  • Gwel y Bryn is ideally situated to appreciate the Mach Loop
Property code: OC-BOW43

Hunker down in this traditional and characterful dog-friendly countryside cottage on the edge of Snowdonia National Park which sleeps up to six guests. Spend your holiday discovering hidden waterfalls, hiking around serene lakes, climbing high mountain peaks and swimming in the sea. In the evenings, dine alfresco in the tiered garden with countryside views or with your feet up in front of the fire in the cosy lounge.

Snuggle up on the sofa in the homely living room, which has a wooden-beamed ceiling, white-washed stone walls, and a wood burner inside the slate hearth. Prepare a hearty meal for your guests in the bright and airy kitchen with a dual Range cooker and tuck in at the table in the dining area with retro chairs and an ornamental pot belly stove in a slate fireplace. Completing the ground floor is a utility room and WC. Climb the stairs to reach the stylish family bathroom with dark tiling and three bedrooms – two doubles and a twin. Outside is a fully enclosed garden with an elevated decked area with seating and a BBQ.

During your stay in the sleepy village of Corris Uchaf, you can enjoy scenic walking routes from your doorstep with views of the nearby mountains. Head into Snowdonia National Park (0.5 miles) for a stroll around Llyn Mwyngil lake (4 miles) or continue to Cadair Idris (2 miles) – with an 893-metre peak where you can admire valley and lake views. Bring your swimsuits for a dip in Cregennan Lakes (16 miles) or the tranquil sandy Benar Beach (24.5 miles). If you want a night off from cooking, head to Dolgellau (9 miles) or Machynlleth (6.5 miles) for an array of eateries.

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.

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

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 doubles, 1 twin
  • 1 bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, WC, 1 WC located on the ground floor
  • Dual fuel range with 6 rings, 2 ovens, grill, microwave, large fridge/freezer
  • Utility room with dishwasher, washer/dryer
  • Welcome pack of Welsh tea, coffee, sugar, milk, biscuits and a bottle of wine
  • Travel cot and highchair (available on request)
  • First pack of logs supplied
  • Smart TV, Blu Ray player, books, games, DVDs, maps
  • Fast fibre broadband
  • Enclosed rear garden, elevated, fenced deck with seating and table, BBQ. 
  • 3 off road parking spaces on opposite side of the road
  • Shop and pub 1.4 miles, beach 12 miles
  • Dogs permitted on the ground floor only
  • Decorated for Christmas
  • Bike storage for 4 x 29ers
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Emma Beagley

This property is personally managed by Emma.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Robbie 11th March 2024

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

Reviewed by Richard 22nd October 2023

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Reviewed by Sharon 24th September 2023

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Lovely cottage, well equipped and well maintained. Very rural setting with beautiful views ideal for hikers cyclists and dogwalkers.

Reviewed by Angela 19th September 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 2nd September 2023

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Lovely cottage in a quaint part of Wales, not too close to supermarkets, so make sure you stock up before you go. Enjoy the scenery and local walks. Would definitely stay there again.

Reviewed by Mark 26th August 2023

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Reviewed by C 18th August 2023

What a fantastic stay we've had! The cottage was perfect and comfortable in every way which made our break extra special. We enjoyed walking to the local pub and visiting Dolgellau. The Precipice Walk was beautiful and the Mawddach Trail was great for walking and running, (Great North Run practice!) A beautiful cottage in a beautiful area. Thank yRead moreou for a fantastic stay! Hide

Reviewed by Dan 11th August 2023

We have had the best time staying here! The house is amazing and had everything we could have needed. The location was great for walks, watching the planes fly over, beaches, mountain biking, and climbing the mountains. Just the perfect stay and we have fallen in love with this area! Thankyou.

Reviewed by Artur 15th June 2023

Fantastic place to relax and enjoy time away! We have been in Wales before but this location is definitely a prime one. Accommodation is truly beautiful.

Reviewed by Gwyneth 22nd May 2023

Lovely well set up cottage. Great garden and walks up the hill. Everything you would need for a perfect holiday. Thank you.

Reviewed by Patrick 3rd May 2023

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Lovely property and good communication from the owner

Reviewed by Paula 19th March 2023

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Reviewed by Emma 22nd October 2022

Super stay in delightful cottage. Thanks very much! Plenty of room with everything one could need for a wonderful stay. The company was excellent as was the weather. Snowdon - done! Roman steps - done and The Precipice Walk - done. All in all, the cottage and Wales delivered on all levels. Thank you

Reviewed by Anonymous 1st October 2022

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 Read morethe army planes fly by! Would definitely recommend this place- Thanks very much! Hide

Reviewed by Megan 27th September 2022

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It was absolutely lovely, we really enjoyed the time we spent there and hope to go back soon!

Reviewed by Gaynor 1st September 2022

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Beautiful cottage, fantastic scenery, very thoughtful touches

Reviewed by Gaynor 29th August 2022

Such a beautiful place to stay. A wonderful homely feel to the cottage. Thank you for the personal touches. We have had an amazing time here and will be looking at booking here again soon.

Reviewed by Sylvia 30th June 2022

Such a sweet cottage and with everything we needed. Short break so only time for a swim in the lake, Cadair Idris and a great first meal at Coast, Aberdovey. Lovely

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