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Slate Cottage Pennal

Pennal, near Aberdovey, North Wales
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Quirky
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Country houses
Fire pit
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At a glance

  • Beautiful stone cottage for a romantic retreat, with local pub and resort with swimming pools within 1 mile
  • Gorgeous interiors with cosy features including wood burner, Relax in the dog-friendly enclosed garden with fire pit
  • Visit Glan Yr Afon — named one of the UK’s top 30 pubs by The Guardian.
Overview
Property code: OC-92689

Discover endless quirky design features in this contemporary cottage on the edge of Snowdonia National Park. A quality destination for romantic retreats, this happy holiday home hosts two guests in extremely comfortable surroundings and is pet friendly for those eager to bring their dogs. Nature lovers, water sports enthusiasts and those seeking arts and culture will all be pleased with the activities on offer around here, with the fabulous town of Machynlleth around 4 miles away, the coastline 7 miles away and stunning scenery with endless nature trails and walking routes all around it.

Lovingly updated with traditional features maintained, this home-from-home will make you feel instantly at ease. Step into the spacious kitchen/diner where characterful wall art and everything you need for cooking are on hand for mealtimes. Moving through the property, the lounge space is laid out with plush seating set opposite a wood burner and a Smart TV for your cosy nights in. When night falls, the sumptuous king-size bedroom awaits upstairs, also offering a TV. Out at the back of the property, style meets function in the renovated garden space. Featuring gravel and decking, ample seating and a secure shed with bike-washing facilities, this garden is a hidden gem for summertime stays.

A pleasant walk or an easy drive takes you to Machynlleth, home to the MoMA gallery, an array of independent shops and boutiques and an annual comedy festival. The area is a UNESCO Dyfi Biosphere zone with exceptional walking and biking routes around unique and beautiful landscapes. Close by, find the RSPB Ynys-hir Nature Reserve, home to an array of exciting bird life. Moving in the opposite direction, the mighty Cadar Idris mountain, also known as Penygader, is 11 miles from home and worth hiking or mountain biking for exceptional views out across the Dyfi Valley. Visit Glan Yr Afon — named one of the UK’s top 30 pubs by The Guardian. Set by the River Dyfi and close to the beach, it’s perfect for walkers. Enjoy fresh, locally sourced dishes and a cosy bar with drinks for every season.

  • 1 bedroom - king-size
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and air fryer
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV and DVD in lounge, Smart TV in bedroom
  • Enclosed garden with paved patio, garden furniture and fire pit
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Lockable shed for bikes, golf clubs and space for canoes and paddle boards in the garden
  • Beach 5 miles
  • Pub and restaurant within 100 metres
  • Please note that the staircase is steep
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Elena Pryce Jones

This property is personally managed by Elena.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 38 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Michael 2nd May 2026

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Reviewed by Nicola 21st April 2026

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Reviewed by Steven 10th April 2026

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Beautiful little cottage in a nice quiet location which was conveniently a minutes walk from a great pub with a lovely beer garden

Reviewed by Craig 5th April 2026

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Beautiful cottage, super comfy for our week with the dog. Lots of thought in the set up and contents made it a great base. Location is amazing in a pretty village of Pennal, lots of walk opportunities outside the door! 10 mon from Machynlleth which is good and also has beautiful walks and cafes, book shops and bakery etc. 15 min from AberdoveRead morey a fantastic seaside, again walks, scenery and excellent for adventures. Hide

Reviewed by Bethan 28th February 2026

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Reviewed by Emily 12th February 2026

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Great location, cosy cottage. Local pub was lovely.

Reviewed by Robert 1st February 2026

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Fantastic location to access the surrounding areas of beauty.

Reviewed by Sarah 24th December 2025

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Cosy little cottage in a beautiful location. We very much enjoyed our stay with the dogs. Great pub a very short walk away, had a lovely meal there. Pub is also very dog friendly. Would return again

Reviewed by Ian 24th November 2025

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A cosy, comfortable cottage with parking, Paul ( owner)in contact to offer any assistance required( none was) , good central village location with a pub 100 yards up the road. Village on a main road so NOT up a single lane stressful track. Couldnt fault it. Definitely recommended.

Reviewed by Lesley 11th November 2025

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This is a wonderful little cottage with exceptional catering for dog owners (just in case youve forgotten anything for your dog!). It was cosy and warm given we went in November. Close to fabulous beaches and dog walkswould stay again in a heart beat!

Reviewed by Elly 7th November 2025

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We really loved slate cottage! The village was a great location for our days out and the village and the pub were lovely. The cottage had everything we needed. It was so cozy! The garden was great for the dogs and super secure. Paul and his daughter Meg were great at communicating! Thanks so much for an excellent stay :)

Reviewed by Steven 18th October 2025

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Nicely furnished and decorated, ideal for couple. Good location.

Reviewed by Yvonne 29th September 2025

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Cosy, quaint and well equipped. Carefully thought out to provide everything needed whilst staying. The village itself was extremely quiet, though the Local is obviously the hub and does serve very good food. Surrounding towns are easily accessible and were equally quiet due to the time of year visited. The property should probably highlight that thRead moree stairs are rather steep and could be challanging to the elderly/infirm. All in all, a pleasant stay to explore the area. Hide

Reviewed by Andy 12th September 2025

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Reviewed by Bethany 5th September 2025

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Lovely little traditional welsh cottage in a great location which suited us and the dogs perfectly. When we arrived there had been a mix up with the cleaning company but the owners were incredibly helpful and got it sorted very quickly while we nipped out for a quick walk and it didn't detract from our stay at all.

Reviewed by Jeremy 1st August 2025

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We had a fantastic time at Slate Cottage. We loved the private, enclosed rear garden where we were lucky enough to sit out most evenings, aided by the fire pit if necessary. When the weather wasnt as kind we snuggled up in the cozy lounge and watched films on the smart tv. The large comfy bed was ideal for getting a good nights sleep after all the Read morewalking. Great being able to park outside the cottage, but our car is quite small. Anything larger than a Golf might not fit! We will visit again. Hide

Reviewed by Linda 25th July 2025

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Cottage was just what you need for a break, lots of places to walk if that's your thing and some great roads (as before). you have an award winning pub on your door steep and the beach is only 10 to 15 mins drive away, the only minor grip is the road right outside the front door, traffic noise is the main issue, but after the 1st night we did not nRead moreotice it as much so was not a problem. Hide

Reviewed by Lesley 4th July 2025

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we enjoyed our stay though Cut short by ill health. I wouldnt go to this particular cottage again for the reasons I mentioned. But that is very personal to us.

Reviewed by Doreen 20th June 2025

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Reviewed by Keith 13th June 2025

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Reviewed by Diane 13th May 2025

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Great cottage, clean, cosy and very welcoming. Shower was fab and the bed very comfortable. Well equipped with great outdoor area, private and fully enclosed for the dog. We put the candles provided out in the evening and it was very relaxing after great days at the beach or walking. Beach at Aberdefi approx 4 miles, brilliant for the dog. No shop Read morein the village, great food at the pub. Book if you are eating as sometimes no availability. Stairs are steep. Good location for accessing the area. Hide

Reviewed by Colin 11th April 2025

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Reviewed by Lindsay 21st February 2025

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This is a lovely cottage in a good location. Very nicely furnished and with a comfortable bed which is so often not the case in holiday rentals. It has everything you might need. There is plenty to see and do . The hotel in the village serves excellent food and is within easy walking distance of the cottage. The cottage owners were very approachablRead moree and helpful when we needed some advice. This was a last minute booking for us and we have no hesitation in recommending it. Hide

Reviewed by Emily 20th December 2024

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Beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. Very warm comfortable bed and sofa . Welcome pack was very helpful . Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Nichola 25th November 2024

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Warm and comfortable once the heating was on and wood burner lit at this time of year. Well equipped kitchen All in all, a lovely stay. Thank you.

Reviewed by Rachel 15th November 2024

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Really lovely, comfortable cottage. Kitchen had all the essentials and more. Owner was very welcoming and replied quickly when we had questions. Highly recommend :)

Reviewed by Anne-Marie 12th November 2024

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This is a great dog-friendly cottage in a lovely little village. The house is really well-equipped, and has a gorgeous and fully-enclosed sun trap of a garden, and a cosy log burner for autumn evenings. And absolutely perfect for getting to Aberdyfi. We really enjoyed it.

Reviewed by Fiona 1st November 2024

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Slate Cottage was the perfect retreat for me and my two dogs. The cottage is absolutely beautiful, cosy, and well-equipped for an evening in cooking. Pennal is quiet, and wonderfully situated for days out walking without having to drive very far at all. For the dogs, the secure garden and quiet location was absolutely ideal and they enjoyed local wRead morealks, a trip to the incredible beach at Aberdyfi, and adventures in the hills. Hoping for a return visit! Hide

Reviewed by Martin 18th October 2024

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We recently stayed at Slate Cottage. It was a lovely cottage, very well equipped, and a great location, within walking distance of the local pub, which is well worth a visit. A great base for exploring the surrounding countryside and beaches. We would definitely recommend and will be returning.

Reviewed by Adrian 11th October 2024

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Super little cottage, perfect for a couple and two dogs. Lovely location for long picturesque dog walks. Close to a fantastic dog walking beach too. Great facilities with a great welcome pack with clear instructions for all aspects of the cottage. A real home away from home. I highly recommend this place.

Reviewed by Mary 4th October 2024

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Whole house is very well equipped, kitchen utensils, usb points, smart tvs even torches and poo bags. The best equipped rental we have been in.

Reviewed by Gwynne 27th September 2024

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Great Cottage, brilliant location and the pub 100yrds down the road is so good!

Reviewed by J 13th September 2024

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We had a fabulous week in Slate Cottage. The position of the cottage is great - Aberdovey a short drive away and fantastic mountains, lakes and waterfalls to explore not far. The cottage itself was clean and very comfortable. We only had one day of rain when we were glad of the cosy log burner. The local pub was very welcoming with good food. A fabRead moreulous break in a beautiful area. We will come again. Hide

Reviewed by Paula 30th August 2024

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A beautiful cottage, very well equipped, you literally just need to take yourself and clothes, everything is provided. It's very well maintained and spotlessly clean. If you enjoy walks it's a perfect place to stay.

Reviewed by Gary 23rd August 2024

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Slate Cottage is a superb refurb by owners who are equally nice & good communicators. Just so lovely, with an equally secure back garden. Owners have tastefully furnished throughout. Very quiet location was hampered by the bad weather, which was unfortunate. Local pub Riverside was super with great food. Parking at Slate C is a tad restrictive if yRead moreou have a larger SUV vehicle, though you can park safely 100 metres away. Local hill views are spectacular & so is nearby Aberdovey. Hide

Reviewed by Felicity 26th July 2024

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Comfortable well-equipped cottage. Tastefully decorated. Great location for both the sea and the countryside. Secure garden for the dog which was also a sun trap for the humans!

Reviewed by Stephanie 21st July 2024

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Beautiful cottage and very dog friendly. Lots of lovely walks especially if youre into hiking. Will need a car to visit nearby towns for any shops but its only a 15 min drive away. Loved it.

Reviewed by Ian 5th July 2024

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Cosy and comfortable. Ideal property for just two people. Beautiful location.

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