4 Bythynnod yr Aran

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

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

Reviews

60 Customer Review(s)

Mrs Head
October 2020

“Bala is a beautiful, friendly town!”

We are both "oldies" so are on walking sticks, the cottage was perfect and on the flat, and we got to see the lake without climbing a hill! !! Wholeheartedly recommend this cottage!!!

We are both "oldies" so are on walking sticks, the cottage was perfect and on the flat, and we got to see the lake without climbing a hill! !! Wholeheartedly recommend this cottage!!!

- Mrs Head, October 2020
Mr Lang September 2020

“Booked 2 nights, moved from earlier in the year already prior to this.”

Nothing open in the town other than odd pub ,food store. Stayed 1 night and came home as locally restrictions in place and spoiled the break maybe this should have been updated and really it should have been cancelled .....this week it would have been as the area goes into more lockdown measure Property nice shame on sykes it was money before guest and that made it overpriced for 1night

- Mr Lang, September 2020
Mr Gleave-baddeley September 2020

“From the moment we arrived, the cottage is wonderful.”

All facilities were of the highest standards from information to supply of washing up liquid. Its the small details that are the important ones. Looking forward to staying again. Many Thanks

- Mr Gleave-baddeley, September 2020
Mr Green August 2020

“Lovely cottage,but seen spiders and webs in bathroom.”

Shower door not functioning properly.some lights not working,Felt kitchen needed proper clean. Wasn't put off and would visit again , just felt needed mentioning.

- Mr Green, August 2020
Miss Griffiths July 2020

“It was a beautifully presented, lovely cottage which was so close to Bala lake!”

We were surprised how close! We would definitely return!

- Miss Griffiths, July 2020
Mrs Morrison February 2020

“Absolutely amazing cottage.”

Lovely and clean , just like the pictures. It was like home from home. Great spot straight off the main street and a short 2 minute walk to Bala lake. We could not recommend this cottage enough. You will not be disappointed.

- Mrs Morrison, February 2020
Miss Mcgriskin December 2019

“Well equipped, excellent location, friendly locals.”

Accommodation is fabulous, dog friendly

- Miss Mcgriskin, December 2019
Mr Robbins October 2019

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

We will probably re-visit.

- Mr Robbins, October 2019
Mrs Puplett September 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
Mrs Cliffen August 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
Mr Barrett 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
Ms Jones July 2019

“Great location for town and the lake.”

very comfortable cottage in a lovely complex

- Ms Jones, July 2019
Miss Hoare 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
Mr Ardin July 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
Mrs Conway June 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
Mr Ziembinska May 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
Mr Saxton April 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
Mr Hawkes 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
Mr Smith March 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
Mr Wentworth 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
Mrs Pearson 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
Mrs Warrington February 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
Mrs Smith September 2018

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

- Mrs Smith, September 2018
Miss Williams 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
Mr Huntington July 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
Miss Thurley June 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
Mrs Turner May 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
Mrs Henry April 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
Mrs Pritchard March 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
Mr Moynihan February 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
Mr Moynihan November 2017

“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
Mrs Sutcliffe September 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
Mrs Berwick June 2017

“Ideal location for visiting different areas of Snowdonia.”

Comfortable quiet accommodation for 2 people.

- Mrs Berwick, June 2017
Mrs Gratton April 2017

“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
Mr Chimiak June 2016

“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
Mr Crabtree May 2016

“This was something different with character.”

It had WiFi and was ideal for touring Wales. We were pleased with the holiday and accommodation.

- Mr Crabtree, May 2016
Mr Roberts April 2016

“This was a super place to stay.”

It is an excellent conversion of an historic building, very tastefully furnished.

- Mr Roberts, April 2016
Mrs Kent March 2016

“We loved the location of 4 Bythynnod yr Aran and the convenience of having the town on the doorstep.”

- Mrs Kent, March 2016
Mr Simpson January 2016

“The accommodation was excellent, with plenty of space and a high level of comfort.”

Great walks out in the countryside and plenty of useful amenities very nearby.

- Mr Simpson, January 2016
Mrs Wiggins August 2015

“The location of the cottage was great for shops, pubs, the lake and leisure centre.”

The cottage was beautiful and of a very high standard.

- Mrs Wiggins, August 2015
Mrs Lees July 2015

“The house is superb.”

High specification décor and furnishings. In an excellent spot for travelling all around Snowdonia.

- Mrs Lees, July 2015
Mrs Richards May 2015

“A lovely comfortable cottage which was tastefully decorated.”

Very central, ideal for touring North Wales.

- Mrs Richards, May 2015
Miss Ashton May 2015

“The property was spacious, beautiful and cosy.”

There was a good size TV and bed and the cooking utensils were more than we expected in a self-catering accommodation. We would definitely come back again...well worth the money!

- Miss Ashton, May 2015
Mrs Bennett April 2015

“A fabulous property, wish we could have stayed the week!”

- Mrs Bennett, April 2015
Mrs Hill February 2015

“Accommodation and location was amazing, looking to come back in the summer and would stay here again.”

- Mrs Hill, February 2015
Mrs Cullen May 2014

“The cottage was beautiful, a real home from home.”

Comfortably furnished in an excellent location for amenities and walking on the doorstep. Easy access to the coast too.

- Mrs Cullen, May 2014
Mrs Perryman April 2014

“A really nice conversion of an old industrial building with an enormous interior courtyard setting.”

Very well furnished, spacious and comfortable. Great location in a quiet street, yet only a minutes walk into the centre of town to the Co-Op.

- Mrs Perryman, April 2014
Miss Fenner December 2013

“It was a fantastic cosy cottage, well furnished and in a gorgeous location just a moment from the lake.”

The owners were very helpful in advance in letting me know what equipment was already there to help cook Christmas dinner. They had even decorated the cottage beautifully for Christmas including a tree.

- Miss Fenner, December 2013
Mr Jones October 2013

“Excellent cottage, large comfy sofa and bed.”

Local shops close by and location was good for days out. Great place to stay, really enjoyed out stay and we were able to relax.

- Mr Jones, October 2013
Mrs Oliver September 2013

“Lovely conversion and location, very handy for all the shops, restaurants, pubs and the lake.”

Would love to return again.

- Mrs Oliver, September 2013
Mr Root August 2013

“Lovely modern cottage, very surprised to find it so spacious.”

Very light and airy feel, due to the large sky lights. Cottage is in great location, lovely little village which is nice and quite. There is a small supermarket very near to the property which is very useful.

- Mr Root, August 2013
Mr Cloesges July 2013

“A really nice cottage, lovely furnished and very comfy.”

The location is good, next to a supermarket but in a small town, so it won't be loud at night. Just a few minutes of walking and you're looking at beautiful Bala Lake. Allows for a relaxing and pleasant stay in Wales.

- Mr Cloesges, July 2013
Mr Portier July 2013

“Enjoyed the surroundings, and the neat and tidy cottage that was up to date.”

- Mr Portier, July 2013
Mrs Jones September 2012

“Lovely open space which was great to relax in as it rained a lot!”

- Mrs Jones, September 2012
Mr Jay September 2012

“Great property.”

Great countryside.

- Mr Jay, September 2012
Mrs Pedler August 2012

“Stunning cottage, comfortable and well located.”

- Mrs Pedler, August 2012
Mrs Thomas July 2012

“This property was outstanding!”

- Mrs Thomas, July 2012
Mr Smith June 2012

“The cottage was immaculate and we had everything we could have needed.”

The location was central and it was really easy to find. Will definitely be considering going back again.

- Mr Smith, June 2012
Ms Drew June 2012

“We liked the relaxed feel of the property - plenty of openness, especially in the galleried bedroom.”

There is the most comfortable sofa ever! Pretty quiet even though the property opens onto pavement/road. Very close to shops for that forgotten item and nearby to restaurants and pubs, if wanted. Very close to the lake for lovely walks and the steam railway.

- Ms Drew, June 2012
Miss Greaves May 2012

“Beautiful contemporary accommodation for a romantic get away.”

Felt like you were in the middle of nowhere yet the shops were 2 mins away. Had amazing weather and used it as a base for road biking which was perfect in this area. Would have moved in if we could!

- Miss Greaves, May 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.

Region Information

Anglesey Cottage Holidays

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

Features

Reviews

“Bala is a beautiful, friendly town!”

“Booked 2 nights, moved from earlier in the year already prior to this.”

“From the moment we arrived, the cottage is wonderful.”

“Lovely cottage,but seen spiders and webs in bathroom.”

“It was a beautifully presented, lovely cottage which was so close to Bala lake!”

“Absolutely amazing cottage.”

“Well equipped, excellent location, friendly locals.”

“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.”

“Great location for town and the lake.”

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

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

“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.”

“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 ...”

“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.”

“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.”

“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.”

“Ideal location for visiting different areas of Snowdonia.”

“The 1 improvement that the owners of this cottage I think should do is include a parking permit, as £7.”

“The location was central to a lot of other villages and towns, and Bala itself had everything we needed.”

“This was something different with character.”

“This was a super place to stay.”

“We loved the location of 4 Bythynnod yr Aran and the convenience of having the town on the doorstep.”

“The accommodation was excellent, with plenty of space and a high level of comfort.”

“The location of the cottage was great for shops, pubs, the lake and leisure centre.”

“The house is superb.”

“A lovely comfortable cottage which was tastefully decorated.”

“The property was spacious, beautiful and cosy.”

“A fabulous property, wish we could have stayed the week!”

“Accommodation and location was amazing, looking to come back in the summer and would stay here again.”

“The cottage was beautiful, a real home from home.”

“A really nice conversion of an old industrial building with an enormous interior courtyard setting.”

“It was a fantastic cosy cottage, well furnished and in a gorgeous location just a moment from the lake.”

“Excellent cottage, large comfy sofa and bed.”

“Lovely conversion and location, very handy for all the shops, restaurants, pubs and the lake.”

“Lovely modern cottage, very surprised to find it so spacious.”

“A really nice cottage, lovely furnished and very comfy.”

“Enjoyed the surroundings, and the neat and tidy cottage that was up to date.”

“Lovely open space which was great to relax in as it rained a lot!”

“Great property.”

“Stunning cottage, comfortable and well located.”

“This property was outstanding!”

“The cottage was immaculate and we had everything we could have needed.”

“We liked the relaxed feel of the property - plenty of openness, especially in the galleried bedroom.”

“Beautiful contemporary accommodation for a romantic get away.”