Rhyd y Gorlan

Description

Spacious 5 star holiday cottage with games room in Mid Wales. Rhyd y Gorlan holiday cottage is surrounded by countryside tranquility and invites you to put your feet up in style. Recharge, enjoy a game of pool, experience scenic walks from the doorstep, mountain biking and a range of local attractions. Traditional village pub within walking distance.

Ground Floor

Rhyd y Gorlan 5 star holiday cottage is converted from an 18th century stone barn and retains many original features. The ground floor is tiled in slate and has a beautiful, fully equipped oak kitchen including dishwasher, fridge and freezer, oven, microwave and cafetière. Spacious dining area with a large table and 7 comfortable chairs.

The next room is a luxurious lounge with two large leather sofas and chairs, Sky TV (freeview), DVD player and a selection of DVDs. Large French doors and windows overlook a terrace area, surrounded by tranquil countryside.

Separate games room with a full sized pool table, Sky TV (freeview) and DVD player.

Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. There is also a large storage room (includes WC and wash basin) to store bikes, outdoor equipment and clothing.

Upstairs

This 5 star holiday cottage has 3 spacious bedrooms:

Bedroom 1 is a large family bedroom with a super-king and single bed and a stylish chaise longue. The beds can also be arranged as 3 single beds on request.

Bedroom 2 is also very spacious and contains a double bed, antique style furniture and two windows to make the most of the beautiful views.

Bedroom 3 is the master bedroom. Beautiful and cosy with an en-suite shower room, inviting double bed and a feature stone wall.

Large, stylish family bathroom with shower over bath, wash basin, toilet and a heated towel rail.

Garden

There is garden furniture outside the French windows, overlooking the tranquil landscape. Here you can relax to the sound of a little stream passing by below, enchanted by the chatter of birds harmonizing all day long.

A brand new play area for children in front of the patio. Parents can relax in the lounge or on the patio and still keep an eye on the children while they play.

Large lawn area with a picnic table behind the cottage - a great place to relax and enjoy the views.

Additional Information

• Welcome pack on arrival includes tea, coffee, sugar, milk, home-made cakes and biscuits.
• Bed linen and towels provided.
• Iron & ironing board available.
• Electricity & oil central heating included.
• This property has a £150 good housekeeping refundable bond, which is payable to Best of Wales along with the balance of your holiday. Alternatively, you can waiver this bond by paying a non-refundable fee of £5 per person instead.
• High chair, travel cot and stair gate available on request. Please bring your own bed linen for the cot.
• Wi-fi available.
• If you wish, we can also book a table in advance for you at one of the recommended local restaurants. Let us know when and what kind of food and setting you require and we will do the rest.
• The following items are also provided at the cottage for your stay… Kitchen: salt and pepper, kitchen roll, washing up liquid/dishwasher tabs, new dishcloths and scourers, tin foil and cling film. Bathroom: liquid hand soap and 2 toilet rolls per toilet. General cleaning products: bleach, shower cleaner, anti bacterial spray etc.
• Asda delivers to the cottage and there's also plenty of shops in the nearby town of Machynlleth, including an award winning butcher, if you wish to shop locally
• No smoking inside and no pets.
• Detached Recording Studio on site with discounted rates available for Rhyd y Gorlan guests - further details available on request
• This luxury cottage with games room also accepts short breaks at certain times of the year. Find more information under 'Prices'.

Local Area

This semi-detached 5 star holiday cottage is located 1 mile above Cemaes village which has its own traditional pub. 7 miles from Machynlleth (the Ancient Capital of Wales) it offers a great base to explore Mid Wales, southern Snowdonia and Cardigan Bay. Nearest shop and post offices is 2 miles away, nearest garage 5 miles and many highly recommended restaurants nearby.

Set on a working sheep farm and surrounded by nature, you can enjoy far-reaching views across Dyfi Valley to Cadair Idris from Rhyd y Gorlan farm holiday cottage. Enjoy scenic walks from the doorstep, a range of golf courses and cycle paths including the world renowned mountain biking centre in Coed y Brenin near Dolgellau.

Near the golden sandy beaches of Aberdyfi and Ynys Las, the glorious sights of the Snowdonia Mountains as well as many local attractions such as Centre for Alternative Technology, Historical Castles, Ynys Hir Nature Reserve, King Arthur’s Labyrinth and Corris Craft Centre.

Walking

Glyndwr's Way is a long distance footpath in Mid Wales that was granted National Trail status in the year 2000. Maps and guides can be obtained at the Tourist Information Centre in Machynlleth. 0 miles (can be joined from the doorstep).

Dyfi Valley Way follows the River Dyfi from the estuary in Aberdyfi to the source at the summit of Aran Fawddwy and back down along the south side of the river via Machynlleth and down to Borth. Maps and guides can be obtained at the Tourist Information Centre in Machynlleth. Join path 1 mile from cottage.

The Mawddach Trail - Suitable for all ages – walkers, cyclists and wheelchair users. 16 miles

Precipice Walk – Dolgellau - suitable for all ages. 18 miles from cottage

Cadair Idris (Snowdonia mountain) – 3 main routes starting from Dolgellau (16 miles), Minffordd (16 miles) and Abergynolwyn (20 miles).

Cycling

Dyfi Mountain Biking – All routes start from Machynlleth. 7 miles

The Mawddach Trail – As mentioned above

Coed-y-Brenin Mountain Biking Centre – Suitable routes for all ages - bike hire available on site. 22 miles

Lake Vyrnwy – 12 mile circuit around the scenic Lake Vyrnwy. Suitable for the whole family. 23 miles

Fishing

River Dyfi offers excellent fishing and is famous for its brown trout, salmon and sea trout. The river flows 0.5 miles away and licence can be purchased at the local post office, 2 miles.

Golf

Machynlleth Golf Club – 9 hole golf course. 7 miles

Aberdyfi Golf Club - 18 hole golf course. 18 miles

Beaches

Aberdyfi – Long sandy beach on the northern side of the Dyfi Estuary. Lovely seaside resort with plenty of cafes, shops and restaurants. 18 miles

Ynyslas – Lovely beach on the southern side of the Dyfi Estuary, backed by Sand Dunes. Cafe and parking on the beach. 20 miles

Water sports

Watersports in Aberdyfi includes sailing, sail boarding, rowing, canoeing, fishing and boat trips. 18 miles

Clywedog Sailing Club - 6 mile lake, open to all types of non powered watercraft from canoes and sailboards to dinghies, cruisers and keelboats. 17 miles

Lake Vyrnwy – Canoeing, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing - suitable for the whole family. 23 miles.

Horse riding

Bwlchgwyn Farm Pony Trekking Centre - suitable for anyone over 4yrs. 24 miles