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Maesgwm Barn

Ganllwyd, near Dolgellau, North Wales
Sleeps 9
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Towels included
Internet access
Working farm
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Cot available
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At a glance

  • An idyllic stone converted barn on a hillside, with stunning views over the forests and mountains of the Rhinogs and Snowdonia
  • Make friends with the animals on the farm and explore the wonderful, expansive grounds
  • Immerse yourself in the great outdoors with walks and bike rides through the fabulous scenery right on your doorstep
Property code: OC-WAH568

This beautiful barn conversion set on a hillside at the edge of the Coed-y-Brenin Forest, between Dolgellau and Trawsfynydd is perfect for a family or a group of friends looking for a tranquil holiday hideaway. The property is situated on the owners’ smallholding. The property enjoys lovely views over Snowdonia’s forested hills and mountains.

The Barn is on five different levels and has been sympathetically converted into a four bedroom accommodation. On the ground floor there is a kitchen/diner that leads onto a utility area and a double bedroom with a shower room, accessed by 2 steps. From the kitchen, steps lead down to the lower area to an en-suite bathroom and a king size bedroom with a door to the outside. Leading up from the kitchen, there is a large sitting area with comfortable seating. Another flight of stairs leads up to two bunk rooms, sleeping five and a wc and bason completes the accommodation

Coed-y-Brenin Forestry Visitor Centre is just 1 mile away, where you can enjoy the mountain bike trails, family walks and an all-ability play area. There are also walks to Pistyll y Cain and Rhaeadr Mawddach waterfalls, South Snowdonia National Trust Nature Reserve (3 miles) and cycle routes from the door. If you fancy a day at the beach, head to Barmouth (14 miles), where you can access the Mawddach Trail. Porthmadog (19 miles) is well worth a visit to see the harbour and learn about its rich maritime history.

  • 4 bedrooms - 1 king-size,1 double, 2 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 ground-floor shower room, 1 first-floor with bath and WC
  • Oven, hob
  • Utility room with washing machine, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • TV, DVD and CD in lounge
  • Multi-fuel stove
  • Cot and highchair available
  • BBQ, outdoor dining table and chairs and gated patio to rear, open grassed area to front of property. Guests welcome to explore rest of smallholding
  • Private parking
  • Shop 5 miles, pub 3 miles, beach 15 miles
  • Young children will need supervision by pond and in the grounds beyond the gated patio
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Emma Beagley

This property is personally managed by Emma.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Kirsten 5th April 2026

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Great property for a large family, really well equipped and comfortable. Lots of walks for the dogs and nearby activities for the kids. This is our third time staying with Mai and John, we hope to be back soon

Reviewed by Julia 10th November 2025

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Beautiful location in the forest, feels really remote, up a hill, yet close to Dolgellau. Hosts friendly and helpful, really dog friendly too. Fresh eggs from their chickens. House really comfortable and well equipped.

Reviewed by Howard 20th September 2025

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Maesgwm Barn was amazing. Lovely accomodation perched on a hill in the forest park. The location was very peaceful with views out over the hills and mountains. The Barn had a quirky layout which was really interesting. It was well equipped with everything you could ever need. The owner Mae and John (and Mae the dog) lived on site and we're super Read morefriendly and helpful. We all really enjoyed staying here and will be back at some point. Hide

Reviewed by Vickie 16th June 2025

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Fantastic location. Comfortable, clean, well equipped cottage. Lovely & quiet. Great views across to the other side of Coed-y-Brenin forest. Owners live next door & really helpful for local information. Come prepared for midges in the evening this time of year. You can cycle straight from the cottage & you're on the Coed-y-Brenin cycle paths. Bike Read morestorage on site too. Hide

Reviewed by Jacqueline 12th August 2024

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Fantastic 5* accommodation. Couldn't wish for anything better.

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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.