Immerse yourselves in rural Wales with a stay at a Bala holiday cottage in the Snowdonia National Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Blessed with a striking natural backdrop, the small, historic town of Bala offers excellent amenities for visitors, with a selection of shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants, cinema and leisure centre.
As you wander around, you'll hear Welsh being spoken - it's the first tongue of most locals and is one of Europe's oldest languages. Learn more about Bala's culture and past at the Heritage Centre, or join the Town Walk and delve back to Roman times. Look out for male voice choirs too, world-renowned for their dulcet tones.
Just a stone's throw away is Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake). The biggest natural lake in Wales and home to a rare herring-like fish, it's an absolute paradise for water sports - just aim for the Bala Adventure and Water Sports Centre. Another option is a trip to the National Whitewater Centre, where white-knuckle rafting is guaranteed! What else? Wonderful walking, fly fishing on the Dee, off road safaris, climbing and golf - the lakeside Tourist Office has all the latest information.
Or admire the views at a gentler pace aboard Bala's narrow gauge steam train, following the shores of the lake. Or head up the mountains to Caerau Uchaf Gardens, offering flamboyant floral displays and amazing panoramic views, plus an adventure playground and café.
So, whether it's a quiet countryside retreat or an action-packed family holiday, one of our Bala cottages may be your perfect find! If you're looking to try something a little different why not go glamping in Wales? You can also choose from these dog-friendly cottages in Snowdonia.