4 Bythynnod yr Aran

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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes

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* Based on a combined average customer score (of 3 customer ratings)

16 Customer Review(s)

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

Lovely cottage in a great location. Very clean and tidy. We loved the area for exploring Snowdonia. All very dog friendly with a short walk to the lake for an evening stroll with the dog.

Lovely cottage in a great location. Very clean and tidy. We loved the area for exploring Snowdonia. All very dog friendly with a short walk to the lake for an evening stroll with the dog. Would have been great to have a couple of fold up camping chairs to sit in communal courtyard on a sunny day and the only other thing the property was missing was a bottle opener which was a bit of a catastrophy on our first night! :-) We would love to return here as it was excellent value for money.

- Mrs Turner, May 2018

“Well worth a visit, great value.”

Lovely, clean, comfortable cottage and a great location for visiting Snowdonia. We didn't have any issues with downstairs bathroom and wooden open stairs, but, bear this in mind. We managed to park outside the cottage every day and other parking spots were available in the village. On busier times of year you may struggle and the car park opposite is £7.50 per day. Cottage is a short walk to the lake and is on the next road to the High Street. Bala has a couple of supermarkets, butchers, usual takeaways and a good selection of pubs/restaurants. We found the locals very friendly. Recommend a visit to Port Meirion.

- sheffieldcouple2, May 2018

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“This was our first visit to Wales.”

This was our first visit to Wales. We were very happy with the location, it was central to a lot of interesting things. Every day we were able to drive a short distance to a town, garden, walking route or Historical site. The cottage is situated in Bala which has a good selection of shops, cafes and pubs. Bala lake is a two minute walk, perfect if you have a dog. We were a bit unlucky as the local Coop is closed for renovations, check before you go as we struggled to find basic foodstuff and had to travel into the next Town to buy them. Also if you plan to cook your meals from scratch in the Cottage, the utensils are worn all the pans have lost their non stick so cleaning them was hard work. The actual cottage is beautiful and the furniture, quality is of a high standard, we would definitely visit again.

- Mrs Henry, April 2018
“4 Bythynnodd yr Aran was the ...”

4 Bythynnodd yr Aran was the perfect retreat for our mini break. The facilities and amenities were exactly as described. The accommodation was ideal for us (a couple and 1 x dog!) and very comfortable and cosy following a long walk around Bala lake.

- Mrs Pritchard, March 2018
“Lovely cosy conversion of an old ...”

Lovely cosy conversion of an old workhouse on the edge of Snowdonia. Walking distance from all local amenities, pubs, restaurants & shops etc. And only 2 minutes from Lake Bala itself - perfect.

- Mr Moynihan, February 2018

Customer would rebook this property
“Lovely cosy cottage in a converted ...”

Lovely cosy cottage in a converted workhouse. Ideally located for Bala and all the surrounding attractions. Great little town, lovely pubs, cafes & services.

- Mr Moynihan, November 2017

Customer would rebook this property
“Ideal location for visiting ...”

Ideal location for visiting different areas of Snowdonia. Comfortable quiet accommodation for 2 people.

- Mrs Berwick, June 2017

Customer would rebook this property
“The 1 improvement that the owners ...”

The 1 improvement that the owners of this cottage I think should do is include a parking permit, as £7.50 per day parking is quite expensive.

- Mrs Gratton, April 2017
“Nice find in Wales”

We thought we would try north Wales for a change . I always try and look for places with character. We were not disappointed with my choice. lovely big sofa with a nice size TV for the evenings.Comfy bed and well equipped kitchen . Plus WiFi added to the pleasant experience.

- postie222, September 2016

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“The location was central to a lot ...”

The location was central to a lot of other villages and towns, and Bala itself had everything we needed. 4 Bythynnod yr Aran was a lovely comfortable base that was very spacious and all we could have wanted.

- Mr Chimiak, June 2016
“Excellent cottage”

Beautiful cottage in a gated courtyard environment, well equipped, very comfortable and clean. 2 minutes walk to the town, 5 minutes walk from the lake. Lovely place to return to after a busy day.

- Sue A, April 2016

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“Superb place to stay”

Really enjoyed our week here. A very attractive conversion of part of the old workhouse, the property is very well equipped and one of the best self-catering places we have used. A great base for walking the Berwyn and Arenig hills - my reason for booking it - but Bala has plenty to offer apart from hill-walking. Highly recommended!

- Martin R, April 2016

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“Beautiful cottage”

Stayed bank holiday week at this lovely cottage. Right in the centre of Bala and a couple of minutes walk from the lake. The cottage is a beautifully renovated former workhouse. Very contemporary in design and well decorated. The bedroom is on a mezzanine level above the living area. The cottage is in a courtyard with 5 others behind a locked gate so secure too. The freeview has very imited channels but this was fine with us as we didnt go to Wales to watch TV ! There is no parking space specifically assigned to the cottage but we had no problem in getting a space directly outside. Otherwise you can park in the car park across the street but this is £7.50 a day which adds up if you need to park there for a week. We would definitely return to the cottage and felt it to be in an ideal position to tour North Wales. Bala itself has a few pubs and eateries with friendly locals who made us welcome.

- foolgirl, May 2015

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“Lovely, cosy yet spacious cottage.”

Beautiful cottage which was well equipped, spacious, cosy and a very pleasant place to stay. The sofa was large and very comfortable, and the TV was a reasonable good size too. The kitchen cupboards were well stocked with (more than just) essentials, such as salt, sugar, ketchup, pasta, gravy and much more. The range of cooking utensils provided was more than adequate...I comfortably managed to cook a roast dinner on Sunday. The cottage was only a 2 minute walk from the local Co-op and village (or town?) centre with Post Office, Petrol Station, gift shops and pubs. My only criticisms were that the wifi speed occasionally slowed and the shower pressure was poor. Also the public car park opposite was actually £7.50/day rather than £2.50 which has obviously be raised by the local council, but we were able to park right outside the cottage door for the entire week and didn't pay a penny for public parking. Bear in mind if you try to view this property on Google Maps, you will not find it...it is not there! Would definitely recommend this place for a holiday. It is very homely and welcoming and good value for money!

- Lucy A, May 2015

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“A perfect retreat!”

We spent the Jubilee weekend at this cottage - couldn't fault it! Great location - 5 mins walk to the lake from the front door and 2 mins from the pub and shops! Despite the weather being predictable for a bank holiday, the cottage was a wonderful place to come back to after a long day walking/climbing. Beautifully decorated and although right on the road, wonderfully peaceful. Open-plan aspect was great and the sofa was fantastically comfortable!

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, September 2012

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“Outstanding Property”

This is a lovely property and is situated in a prime location in Bala. The accommodation is very modern clean and confortable.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, September 2012

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Features

Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

The property

This delightful semi-detached cottage is one of five properties in a courtyard setting in the centre of Bala town.

Converted from a Grade II listed workhouse, this wonderful Bala cottage is very well presented throughout and provides perfect accommodation for a couple looking for a romantic getaway.

This Bala cottage boasts a vaulted ceiling and hardwood floors, along with a galleried king-size double bedroom, a ground floor shower room, a fitted kitchen with dining area and a welcoming sitting room with double sofa bed.

Outside, this Bala cottage has a shared courtyard, and shops, pubs, restaurants and Bala Lake are all a two-minute walk away.

Experience sailing or fishing on the famous lake, travel on the lakeside miniature steam railway, or simply enjoy a walk whilst admiring the stunning scenery.

The renowned National White Water Centre, which offers rafting and canoeing is close by, plus there are an excellent golf course and mountain bike trails in the area.

This quality Bala cottage provides a superb base at whatever time of year you decide to stay.

Note: This cottage can be booked with Ref. 13903, together they sleep 4.

Accommodation

One galleried king-size double bedroom (zip/link, can be twin on request). Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. Sitting room with small double sofa bed.

Amenities

Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Roadside parking right outside the cottage, or car park opposite at a charge of £7.50 per day
Shared front courtyard
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shops, pubs and lake 2 mins walk
Note: Max
2 people.

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About the location

BALA

Corwen 11 miles; Dolgellau 18 miles; Llangollen 22 miles; Betws-y-Coed 29 miles.

The bustling market town of Bala lies within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park and is located at the head of Llyn Tegid, Bala’s famous lake, which is the largest natural lake in Wales and home to a unique fish called the Gwyniad, a relic of the Ice Age. Renowned as a centre for great watersports including fishing, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and whitewater rafting, Bala is also the headquarters of the narrow gauge Bala Lake Railway. The town itself is steeped in history and has a range of interesting shops, inns and restaurants, and an historical Town Walk. Surrounded by the wonderful Berwyn Mountains on one side and the beautiful Snowdonia Mountain Range on the other, this is a mecca for climbing, walking, mountain biking and many other outdoor activities. An ideal location for touring all of North and Mid Wales including the stunning Cambrian Bay Coast with the six-mile long Harlech Beach, overlooked by its majestic medieval castle. A truly wonderful part of Wales catering for all interests.

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4 Bythynnod yr Aran

Bala, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 10870)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

“Well worth a visit, great value.”

“This was our first visit to Wales.”

“4 Bythynnodd yr Aran was the ...”

“Lovely cosy conversion of an old ...”

“Lovely cosy cottage in a converted ...”

“Ideal location for visiting ...”

“The 1 improvement that the owners ...”

“Nice find in Wales”

“The location was central to a lot ...”

“Excellent cottage”

“Superb place to stay”

“Beautiful cottage”

“Lovely, cosy yet spacious cottage.”

“A perfect retreat!”

“Outstanding Property”