4 Bythynnod yr Aran

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes

Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

33 Customer Review(s)

“This was a lovely accommodation, clean and tidy in a lovely location.”

We will probably re-visit.

We will probably re-visit.

- Mr Robbins, October 2019
“It was exactly as shown in the photos- so really pleased about that.”

The location is perfect for driving around Snowdonia National Park. Near to Co-Op too for supplies- and Bala Lake and railway a lovely local trip. We had a really enjoyable holiday. The downsides are difficulty in parking outside- had to use public Car Park across the road all the time. This is not cheap on a two week break.

- Mrs Puplett, September 2019
“We had a problem with the keysafe on arrival as it wasn't working.”

However a phone call to the owner and the issue was quickly resolved . This is the second time we have stayed at this cottage and I would certainly go again.

- Mrs Cliffen, August 2019
“The cleanliness of the holiday cottage was not good, many areas not clean.”

Multiple light bulbs not working. The shower did not drain correctly during use, due to waste not being cleaned. The sofa was not very comfortable.

- Mr Barrett, August 2019
“The location of the property was excellent being near to the centre of Bala but also fairly quiet.”

Co-op store very close for self-catering and lots of takeaways in easy reach (Chinese, Indian, Pizza, Fish & Chips) Less than 10 minute walk to the lake. Managed to park on streets nearby thus avoiding the car park charging. Snowdon less than 1 hour away. Nice walks directly for the property. Mawddach bike trail in nearby Dolgellau a nice easy 20 mile round trip. Beics Brenin a great mountain bike facility within 30 minutes.

- Mr Ardin, July 2019
“This was a beautiful holiday home, matching the pictures exactly.”

Very light, airy and spacious with all the home comforts. Perfectly situated for exploring the lake and town and then venturing further afield within the National Park. Check in and out was exceptionally easy. Very comfortable bed and a well equipped kitchen. An excellent short break - thank you!

- Miss Hoare, July 2019
“Great location for town and the lake.”

very comfortable cottage in a lovely complex

- Ms Jones, July 2019
“Great cottage, all the facilities you could want.”

Great walks on the doorstep, and shops/restaurants within 3 minute walk

- Mrs Conway, June 2019
“A superb cottage in top location for exploring all of Snowdonia.”

The property is stunning, spacious and a part of a beautifully converted building. The lake is 2 minutes away, perfect for dog walks and water sports. Coop is around the corner, 1 minute from the front door. Bala is a lovely town with everything you need, Plas yn Dre is a great restaurant and dog friendly too! White water rafting centre is nearby and a must do. I wouldn’t hesitate to come back and will recommend!

- Mr Ziembinska, May 2019
“A really great little place to use as a base while exploring the surrounding areas.”

The cottage warmed up surprisingly fast considering the high ceiling and was a very comfortable relaxing spot to chill out in the evenings with a DVD. Convenience store was literally one minute away so handy when toilet roll was needed.

- Mr Saxton, April 2019
“A great base for exploring the area.”

The location in the town is ideal and the parking options very convenient. Great if you have a dog. They can be let out to have a wander safely with the compound which is ideal.

- Mr Hawkes, April 2019
“The cottage was very comfortable and light and airy.”

It was also very clean and well maintained. The location was perfect for walking and generally exploring the local area. The local people were lovely as were the owners of the cottage itself. A really nice place to stay for a couple - everything you need for a cosy break away in North Wales.

- Mr Smith, March 2019
“We had a lovely week close to all amenities if you walk across the car park there is a footpath that leads you straight onto Bala lake and a nice ice cream parlour and cafe at the end.”

Bison farm is ten minutes away it has a walk which you can follow showing the bison,turkeys,sheep and much more the cafe is a must.

- Mrs Warrington, February 2019
“The Sofa in the lounge needs replacing,very uncomfortable not mutch back support ...”

The Sofa in the lounge needs replacing,very uncomfortable not mutch back support ,apart from that it was a great cottage

- Mr Wentworth, February 2019
“Really lovely place only thing is parking there is no dedicated space and car ...”

Really lovely place only thing is parking there is no dedicated space and car park is £6 over the road Other than that fantastic stay

- Mrs Pearson, February 2019
“Lovely cottage in an ideal spot near to Bala Lake.”

- Mrs Smith, September 2018
“Fantastic stay and location just round the corner from the high street!”

The only notes we have to improve and already brilliant stay would be a clean of the shower and a new non-stick frying pan! Would love to stay again and will definitely recommend to friends and family!

- Miss Williams, September 2018
“A lovely cottage in a great area, enjoyed trips out to Barmouth,Llangollen and Caernarvon and the weather !”

We could visit another 20 times and not improve on last week

- Mr Huntington, July 2018
“This holiday cottage is in a great location, right around the corner from Bala town centre and not far from other places if you have a car.”

The cottage was cosy and comfortable and was exactly like the pictures and description, i wasn’t disappointed, i was very impresed and i’m already looking at going back!

- Miss Thurley, June 2018
“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
“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 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 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
“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
“Fabulous cottage in gated community.”

Very handy for all local amenities especially the local craft beer shop, what a treat that was ! Very highly recommended !

- Mrs Sutcliffe, September 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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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
“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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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.

Summary

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.
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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Reviews & Ratings

“This was a lovely accommodation, clean and tidy in a lovely location.”

“It was exactly as shown in the photos- so really pleased about that.”

“We had a problem with the keysafe on arrival as it wasn't working.”

“The cleanliness of the holiday cottage was not good, many areas not clean.”

“The location of the property was excellent being near to the centre of Bala but also fairly quiet.”

“This was a beautiful holiday home, matching the pictures exactly.”

“Great location for town and the lake.”

“Great cottage, all the facilities you could want.”

“A superb cottage in top location for exploring all of Snowdonia.”

“A really great little place to use as a base while exploring the surrounding areas.”

“A great base for exploring the area.”

“The cottage was very comfortable and light and airy.”

“We had a lovely week close to all amenities if you walk across the car park there is a footpath that leads you straight onto Bala lake and a nice ice cream parlour and cafe at the end.”

“The Sofa in the lounge needs replacing,very uncomfortable not mutch back support ...”

“Really lovely place only thing is parking there is no dedicated space and car ...”

“Lovely cottage in an ideal spot near to Bala Lake.”

“Fantastic stay and location just round the corner from the high street!”

“A lovely cottage in a great area, enjoyed trips out to Barmouth,Llangollen and Caernarvon and the weather !”

“This holiday cottage is in a great location, right around the corner from Bala town centre and not far from other places if you have a car.”

“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 perfect retreat for our mini break.”

“Lovely cosy conversion of an old workhouse on the edge of Snowdonia.”

“Lovely cosy cottage in a converted workhouse.”

“Fabulous cottage in gated community.”

“Nice find in Wales”

“Superb place to stay”

“Excellent cottage”

“Lovely, cosy yet spacious cottage.”

“Beautiful cottage”

“Outstanding Property”

“A perfect retreat!”