Ty Mawr is an impressive detached stone cottage in Llanuwchllyn just outside Bala in North Wales. A very popular area with adventure sports enthusiasts. You will find this property a perfect base. Wood-fired Hot Tub. Real Fire. A maximum of 3 dogs are welcome at this property. [Read more...]
Ty-Mawr is an impressive detached self catering stone farmhouse in Llanuwchllyn just outside Bala in North Wales. This part of North Wales is very popular with adventure sport enthusiasts and hopefully you’ll find this cottage a perfect base from which to explore.
There’s a nice well equipped country style kitchen diner complete with a very attractive and locally crafted oak table. A modern oven and electric hob as well as a dishwasher, microwave, large double drainer sink etc are all included. The washer dryer is in the adjacent storage shed / extension. This storage shed is secure and there’s plenty of room in there for boots, bikes or even wind surfers.
Two leather sofas sit in a large comfortable lounge in this self catering stone farmhouse. The paintings that adorn the walls are by a locally renowned artist and depict the beauty of this rural area. The log fire is naturally very welcome after a day of walking in the hills or sailing across lake Bala. A large flat screen TV should help entertain when the weather might be against you.
A nice feature of this property is the second lounge or study next door. If you’ve lost the battle for the remote control you might like to retire gracefully to this area and read a book in front of a second warming log fire.
Only two bedrooms upstairs which may seem strange for such a large property. One twin bedroom and one double bedroom. There is a sofa bed in that study if you wanted to invite some extra guests however.
Both the bedrooms enjoy fantastic views over the rolling hills and mountains of this rich and fertile part of North Wales. The curtains, linen and ornaments are all tastefully chosen and complement the cottage nicely.
I’ve left the best room till last. The bathroom is fantastic. It’s huge and dominated by a large freestanding roll top bath which looks out on that lovely view we talked about. There are of course no neighbours to worry about in this secluded self catering stone farmhouse. There’s also a separate walk in shower and a nice white bathroom suite.
The village of Llanuchllyn on the southern tip of Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) is just over a mile away. The steam train that runs along the edge of the lake sets off from here. The village is also home the famous Eagle Pub. There’s a short cut across the fields back to the cottage, but don’t forget to bring a torch.
Bala itself is a 5 minute drive away and is a charming example of a welsh market town. A wonderful mix of traditional welsh culture and contemporary shops and cafés. The surrounding area has long established itself as a Mecca for adventure activities. Sailing, kayaking and windsurfing can be enjoyed on Bala lake with the help of Bala Water-sports and the world renowned Tryweryn white water centre is just on the outskirts of the village.
Sitting as it does on the Eastern edge of the National Park, this part of Snowdonia has the natural benefit of being easily accessible from the English road network. But seaside towns such as Aberdyfi and Barmouth are only an hour drive to the west. Similarly Snowdon is a little less than an hour to the North.
Here's a link for more info on the local area that you might find useful:
Things to do in Bala
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From Bala take the A494 direction Dolgellau. The entrance to Ty-Mawr is concealed so please make a careful note of your distance travelled as follows: As you leave the 30mph that covers Bala and the turning for the car-park at the north end of the lake continue along the A494 for another 5.6 miles (9 kilometers) exactly. The turning for Ty Mawr is on your right at this point.
From Dolgellau take the A494 direction Bala. The entrance to Ty-Mawr is concealed so please make a careful note of your distance travelled as follows: From the junction of the A494 with the A470 continue along A494 11.2 miles (18 kilometers) exactly. The turning for Ty Mawr is on your left at this point.
Here's a link for more info on the local area that you might find useful:
Things to do in Bala
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Check-in: 16:00 | Check-out: 10:00
The key will be left in the door for you. Please leave key in door on departure.