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Swn Yr Afon

(Ref. 1112521)

Abergynolwyn near Tywyn, Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri / Snowdonia National Park Show on map

Customer rating 5.0

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A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

Sykes rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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  • lovely (13)
  • village (8)
  • great (7)
  • well (7)
  • location (7)
  • house (7)

17 Customer Reviews

  • "The only down side was the banister rail with having younger children the gap ..."

    The only down side was the banister rail with having younger children the gap was a bit wide but they did provide a safety gate to use and may be a hand rail for the loft room but otherwise excellent location and accommodation

    Reviewed by Janette5.0★Aug 2026

  • "We had a fantastic week in this beautiful house."

    Ideal location for 2 wild boys, being right next to the playground and the stream. Could also see and hear them from the back garden! Lovely helpful owners, who arranged an extra night for us which was really appreciated as we went back to Aberdyfi for a second beach day. We did biking at Coed-y-Brenin twice, had a whole day on the Talyllyn Railway, stopping off at Dolgoch Falls and beautiful walks from the village up to Nant Gwernol station and in the Dysynni Gorge. House had everything, with gorgeous decor and really comfy beds. It is well loved and it shows. Many thanks! PS: if you are arriving on a Saturday, book the Railway Inn for Sunday lunch in advance, it is very popular. Excellent roast dinner.

    Thank you for your review, we are so pleased you had a great time, do come again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anna5.0★Aug 2026

  • "A really lovely cottage in a beautiful village."

    The cottage was clean and well maintained. It had everything we needed. We even had swifts darting about showing off it was beautiful. A comfortable holiday cottage. The bed was lovely. Honestly can’t praise the cottage enough. No complaints at all.

    Thank you for your positive review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Swn Yr Afon. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alexandria5.0★Jul 2026

  • "We had a lovely stay."

    The property was as described and a nice location. Ideal with the park so close for the kids. Nice pub at the top of the road. The owner was excellent on the occasion we needed to contact him. Would stay again.

    Thanks for the positive review Tanya and so pleased you had a great time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Tanya5.0★Dec 2025

  • "We had a lovely stay at Swn Yr Afon."

    The house is absolutely gorgeous, situated by a stream that goes by at the front of the house. We did have an issue when we arrived due to storm Amy passing through the village and we had to contact Richard who sorted this out for us straight away. There is everything you could wish for facility wise in the property and the bottle of wine that was left for us was such a kind gesture. Having the log burner going in the evening was a lovely bonus. The views from the property were amazing and would be the perfect place to enjoy Christmas.

    Reviewed by Natalie5.0★Oct 2025

  • "A lovely, cosy well equipped cottage in a friendly village with a great pub and cafe."

    Excellent local walking. What's not to like?

    Reviewed by David5.0★Sep 2025

  • "We stayed end of August beginning of September and we had the lost wonderful stay and we have been desperate to go back as soon as possible."

    We’ve just booked to come back in February 2026 and we can’t wait. Richard and family are lovely and the house is brilliant.

    Reviewed by Holly5.0★Aug 2025

  • "We had a wonderful stay at Swn Yr Afon."

    The house is well appointed and slept a party of 8 comfortably. The property is located in a beautiful mountain valley village with gorgeous views from every aspect. We found its location to an ideal jumping off point to visit many the local beaches ( Harlech being our favourite) great walks ( including one which goes from the front doorstep to Castle Bere ruins) and nearby market towns. There is also a lovely little pub in the village which offers good food. For the younger members of the family neighbouring playground was a hit. I must also mention that the owners were extremely helpful, not only did they send a information pack in advance of our stay they are more than happy to make recommendations for particular activities that we wanted to enjoy. Swn Yr Afon is a real all rounder , stunning location with plenty of outdoor activities on the doorstep.

    Many thanks for your lovely review and so pleased you had a good time at Swn Yr Afon. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Aug 2025

  • "Lovely clean property, really well equipped for children, had a great time in a beautiful setting."

    We only had four nights but there is so much to explore, we shall be back !! Thank you !

    Thanks for the review Richard, and so please you had a good time at Swn yr Afon, do come back soon. Thanks Richard and Ali Property Owner

    Reviewed by Richard5.0★Aug 2025

  • "We had a wonderful stay at Swn Yr Afon."

    The house was very clean, comfortable and well equipped. It's in a lovely location with great walks on the doorstep and a fantastic pub in the village. We had a perfect stay. Thank you

    Many thanks for the positive review, we hope to welcome you back to Swn Yr Afon in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lj5.0★Jul 2025

  • "Really great place, we'll be coming back"

    Thanks for the positive feedback Ben, we look forward to welcoming you back to Swn Yr Afon in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ben5.0★May 2025

  • "Lovely place to stay."

    The house was well equipped and comfortable. Having 2 seating areas was great for a family stay. Great location near waterfalls, cader Idris and beautiful beaches. Local pub was super and the villagers friendly. There was a problem with the toilet when we stayed (these things happen). Richard was very responsive and sorted out a plumber asap.

    Thanks for the review and so glad you had a great time at Swn Yr Afon. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Amanda5.0★Apr 2025

  • "Lovely holiday home."

    Perfect for our families. Had everything you could ask for, ideal location and a lovely little village.

    Reviewed by Lucy5.0★Dec 2024

  • "We had a lovely holiday."

    The cottage was clean and comfortable and was a nice place to come back to after a day at the beach or walking in the hills.

    Reviewed by Ross5.0★Aug 2024

  • "Swn Ar Afon is simply delightful."

    It is spacious and luxurious. We were blown away with the hospitality that Richard and Alli offered. It is equipped with everything that you need. The third floor bedroom is breathtaking and offers a haven for writers, artists or simply those that need to escape for some R and R The gentle sound of the river offers a soothing lullaby to lull you to sleep. The village is beautiful and the local pub is hospitable and friendly with great food. If you are looking for an escape in a most idyllic, magical setting then this is the place to go. This beautiful holiday home is a diamond of a find and will not disappoint. Thank you Helen Young

    So pleased you enjoyed your time at Swn Yr Afon, Helen. Thank you for your lovely feedback and do come again. Thanks Ali and Rich Property Owner

    Reviewed by Helen5.0★Jul 2024

  • "The house was exceptional."

    I did spend some time thinking of an appropriate superlative! The family all agreed it was the best accommodation we've ever had in all our years (over 20!) of holidaying in North Wales. It was truly a home from home and it was most evident that a lot of time and trouble has been spent making it a wonderful home. Each room has special, delicate touches that show an attention to detail and a love of creature comforts. There was simply nothing to find fault with.

    Thanks Dan, so glad you enjoyed your stay at Swn Yr Afon, do come again. Thanks, Richard and Ali Property Owner

    Reviewed by Dan5.0★Jul 2024

  • "Lovely place."

    Everyone commented on how nice it was on arrival.

    Thanks for the feedback Matt, so glad you had a good time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Matt5.0★Apr 2024

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Summary

  • Over three floors
  • Four bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size, 1 x double, 1 x bunk, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Ground floor cloakroom with WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Utility
  • Sitting room with open fire
  • Snug with woodburning stove
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Roadside parking available to the front
  • Enclosed rear garden with patio and bench
  • Pet-friendly
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 7.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles, Nant Gwernol 0.1 miles

The property

Tywyn 7.3 miles.‘Swn Yr Afon’ at 23 Water Street is a pet-friendly beautiful Welsh family house located in the idyllic slate mining village of Abergynolwyn in Snowdonia National Park.

Enjoying a peaceful location right by the gentle stream, this is just the place to rest and recharge, perfect for families with young children and situated within a stones-throw of the village playground.

Swn Yr Afon works for the needs of all the family with space to be quiet as well as mountain and beach walks, biking trails nearby and fascinating Welsh slate mining history.

With an enclosed garden front and back and charming woodburning stove & open fire, Swn Yr Afon accommodates up to eight guests, ideal for a family with children or group of friends.

With a contemporary and spacious feel, spread out over three floors, there is ample space for everyone.

On the ground floor, there is a well-equipped kitchen/diner, complete with all the necessary appliances, with a large table seating 6 – 8 people.

The rear entrance with cloakroom and utility is ideal to use for dogs and walking boots when you’ve come in from a day outside.

In the evening you can snuggle in either of the 2 lounges and light a fire and maybe tune into a series on the Smart TV or curl up a good book.

Upstairs there are four bedrooms spread across the first and second floors and the family bathroom with shower and bath.

Relax in the huge king-size bedroom located at the top on the second floor with double ended views up the valley or choose from one of the three tastefully furnished double, bunk or twin bedrooms on the first floor, all with plenty of storage.

The house is fully equipped to a high standard with hi-speed wifi as well as high chair and stair gates which is perfect to meet the needs of a diverse group including remote working if required.

From your base at Swn Yr Afon, you can take the Talyllyn steam railway from the village to the coast at Tywyn, explore the coastal towns of Aberdovey and Barmouth or renowned towns of Dolgellau and Machynlleth.

Aberdovey is a charming seaside town with a selection of independent shops, eateries, and pubs and Dolgellau is a bustling market town with a charming character and a rich cultural heritage.

For those who are more adventurous, there are many walks directly from the house and fantastic mountain bike trails at Coed Y Brenin plus Cader Idris mountain to climb, all nearby.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.

Where you’ll be staying

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TYWYN

Aberdovey 4 miles; Dolgellau 20 miles.

The tranquil town of Tywyn lies on the sweep of Cardigan Bay, perched on the end of the imposing Cader Idris mountain range where the landscape tumbles into the sea on the edge of the Snowdonia National Park. The promenade and town are all on one level, ideal for that gentle evening stroll by the clear blue water of the Bay. Shopping in Tywyn is a pleasure, with a regular open-air market, and local shops offering a wide range of local produce and gifts. The proximity to mountains and sea means the town also offers a wide variety of activities, from mountaineering to surfing, and the area offers leisurely rambles through the beautiful countryside. Slightly further afield lie the towns of Dolgellau and Aberdovey (with its golf course), while attractions such as Harlech Castle, Llanfair Slate Caverns and the Talyllyn Railway, together with the sandy beaches of the Cambrian coast make this an ideal location for a relaxing break.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
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