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Cuddfan Idris

Llanelltyd, near Dolgellau, North Wales
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
No Dogs
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Romantic
Luxury
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Lovingly barn conversion that’s perfect for two
  • Floor-to-ceiling windows boast far-reaching views across Cadair Idris
  • Experience a late night of stargazing in this International Dark Sky Reserve spot
Property code: OC-BOW292

Relish the peaceful views towards Cadair Idris from the garden of this romantic getaway near Dolgellau. Tucked down a quiet country lane, the converted barn perfectly blends old and new to maximise style and comfort, and is an excellent base for beach days, outdoor activities and exploring the rich heritage of the area.

A dreamy couple’s retreat, this rural hideaway has a light-filled, open-plan living space with stylish furnishings and underfloor heating. The sleek kitchen has all the space and appliances you’ll need for easy holiday cooking, and there’s a dining table adjacent to the lounge seating and Smart TV. Head up the stairs and you’ll find a tranquil, king-size bedroom (twin on request) with dramatic mountain views, tucked under a sloping ceiling. The shower room is fabulous, and features an enormous walk-in shower and fashionable fittings. Outside, the large, south-facing garden backs onto fields and woodland and has yet more wonderful views. Here you can sit and enjoy the scenery with a coffee or an aperitif, and perhaps fire up the charcoal BBQ for a delicious meal. For sports and outdoor gear, there’s a large storage shed, and also a bike-washing facility.

Located in a Dark Sky Reserve in the National Park with fabulous night skies and very close to the Mach Loop main viewing areas. Take scenic walks and cycle trails from your doorstep or, further afield, the cottage is about 2 miles from the start of the popular Precipice Walk and about 7 miles from the mountain biking centre in Coed y Brenin. Less than 2 miles away is Dolgellau, a market town with a variety of shops and eateries, while Barmouth is just 9 miles, where you’ll find a picturesque harbour, sandy beach and choice of pubs, cafes and restaurants. For an underground adventure head to the slate caverns of Zip World LLechwedd, 23.5 miles, while history fans will love the ruins of Harlech Castle, 20.5 miles.

  • 1 king-size zip-and-link bedroom that can be made into a twin on request
  • 1 bathroom with walk-in shower and WC
  • Induction hob, electric oven, full size fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave and Smeg Espresso coffee machine
  • Welcome pack
  • Underfloor heating throughout ground floor
  • Smart TV, Bluetooth speaker
  • Enclosed garden with lawn, furniture and charcoal BBQ (charcoal not provided)
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Secure (shared with owners) bike storage with bike washing facilities
  • No laundry facilities - launderette 1.5 miles (clothes horse available at property)
  • Pub and shop 1.5 miles, beach 9.5 miles
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Courtney Galvin

This property is personally managed by Courtney.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 27 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jennifer 18th July 2026

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A lovely property which was very clean and well equipped. The garden overlooks Cader Idris mountain and has such a tranquil setting, perfect to relax in. Ideally located for walks and exploring the surrounding area. Liz and Gareth were wonderful hosts, friendly but not intrusive. They gave us lots of useful information on places to visit, places toRead more eat and local walks. We would highly recommend a stay at Cuddfan Idris. Hide

Reviewed by Martin 12th July 2026

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Perfect.

Reviewed by Mark 5th July 2026

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Breathtakingly located with views of Cader Idris, Cuddfan Idris is an extremely well appointed cottage, where we enjoyed a wonderful weeks holiday. With walks and cycle rides from the front door, wildlife in abundance and a lovely garden in which to enjoy breakfast in the morning, or a glass of wine at the end of the day, we felt connected to the lRead moreandscape and very much at peace, despite being only 5 minutes from Dolgellau by car. Liz and Gareth, the property owners were very welcoming hosts, full of local knowledge and recommendations. Hide

Reviewed by Maria 28th June 2026

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Liz and Gareth were lovely hosts and knew the area very well. Really enjoyed Gareths home made bread! Yum! The property was very nice. The bed very comfortable and great shower. The views absolutely stunning and loved looking at the birds just outside the window. What joy! Highly recommend

Reviewed by Sheila 15th June 2026

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Lovely accommodation with all cooking and food storage equipment you would need Beautiful peaceful location with stunning views And wildlife in the garden!!

Reviewed by Brian 17th May 2026

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We loved the property. Had everything one needs to relax and rest up. The bed is very comfortable and the interior is beautifully done. Outside you are surrounded by nature.It is peaceful and quite away from the hustle and bustle of life. Beautiful walks and cycle paths so close to the property. Gareth and Lis are brilliant hosts giving us a veryRead more warm welcome and a bonus was delicious home made bread by Gareth to greet you inside the property on arrival. We would highly recommend a stay here. Hide

Reviewed by John 5th May 2026

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Superb cottage in our perfect location. High quality fixtures & fittings , simple but effective design / layout . Comfy bed & great shower . Everything we needed in the kitchen. Owners Liz & Gareth around but not intrusive. We loved it & would recommend to anyone.

Reviewed by Tina 28th April 2026

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Lovely stay at this beautiful barn. The location was perfect, very quiet and peaceful but still close to Dolgellau and surrounding area. Hosts were brilliant, very friendly and helpful. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be returning.

Reviewed by Diane 21st April 2026

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Fabulous property in a great location and lovely owners

Reviewed by Edward Clive 15th October 2025

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Our thanks to the owners, Liz and Gareth for their warm welcome and wonderful hospitality. The accommodation is tastefully furnished and very comfortable indeed. The location in beautiful South Snowdonia with its superb panoramic view of the mighty Cadair Idris is an ideal centre for sight-seeing and many spell-binding walks, some from the doorstepRead more! Our highlights were the conquests of Cadair Idris and Rhinog Fawr, strolling round the scenic Precipice Walk and the well-presented Harlech Castle.as well as less demanding walks. As they say in Yorkshire reight gradely Hide

Reviewed by Graham 8th October 2025

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Reviewed by Terence 14th September 2025

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Owners were great hosts - wine and home made bread on arrival. What more could you ask for? They were very helpful with information about walks and trails in the local area. Would highly recommend this property and hosts

Reviewed by Amy 24th August 2025

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We have had the best time staying at Cuddfan Idris with Liz and Gareth being amazing hosts! We were so comfortable staying in this apartment and it has been a great base for many long walks in the beautiful Welsh countryside! We've had a wonderful, relaxing week!

Reviewed by Sven 23rd August 2025

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The cottage was lovely and a dream

Reviewed by Sander 3rd August 2025

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Reviewed by Keith 21st July 2025

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Fantastic property, lovely hosts, stunning views and walks from front door.

Reviewed by Axel 5th July 2025

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Reviewed by Chris 28th June 2025

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We had a superb week here, the property was lovely, had everything we needed and the bird watching was spot on. Great location if you enjoy an active lifestyle.

Reviewed by Natasha 26th May 2025

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We arrived to a beautiful barn with breathtaking views and were warmly greeted by Liz and Gareth the owners. The barn had everything that we needed and was beautifully decorated throughout. There is also a lovely garden to sit in and we made the most of the warm weather and ate our breakfast and dinner outside, taking in the stunning mountain viewRead more. We did lots of different hikes from the barn, which was great not having to use the car every day, as well as doing the fastest zip wire, canoeing and a clay pigeon shoot, which were all easily accessible from the barn, by car. My husband and I will definitely return back to the barn. Hide

Reviewed by John 20th May 2025

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Liz and Gareth are lovely hosts and the accommodation is amazing. Beautifully furnished and decorated, comfortable bed and a nice large shower. It was great to sit in the garden and view the mountains across the valley, whilst listening to the birdsong. We've been to a lot of cottages and this is amongst the best.

Reviewed by Len 4th May 2025

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Stunning location, really wonderful helpful welcoming hosts.

Reviewed by Amy 3rd May 2025

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Stunning inside and out. Views are breathtaking. Amazing hosts. Will definitely return.

Reviewed by Ruth 18th September 2024

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It's a very nice place to stay. Very comfortable und quiet. The landscape is wonderful.

Reviewed by Stephen 13th September 2024

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Cottage was lovely. Hi-spec barn conversion with everything we needed and the hosts, Liz and Gareth were lovely and friendly with great local knowledge. Location was good with plenty of beautiful walks including waterfalls. Also not too far from Barmouth, Portmeirion and Mount Snowdon.Recommend pre-booking the Snowdon railway if you go up that wayRead more as it gets very booked up. All in all, a lovely area with great accommodation. Thank you Liz and Gareth. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 8th September 2024

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Reviewed by Roger 12th August 2024

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Reviewed by Rademakers 2nd August 2024

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It is a lovely place; quiet and very comfortabele. The owners are helpfull and friendly.

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Wales Cottage Holidays is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.