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The Aran

(Ref. 1074598)

Rhyd-uchaf near Bala, North Wales & Snowdonia Show on map

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5.0

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

Features

  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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42 Customer Reviews

  • "As a family with young children The Aran was the perfect stay for us."

    Modern property, excellent location, welcoming/friendly host (Mark). Couldn't fault it and would definitely recommend.

    Reviewed by NathanOct 2023

  • "We absolutely loved our stay."

    Spotless and kept to a very high standard. The location was perfect for us with just a few minutes drive into the town for restaurants/pubs and shops. Will hopefully be back soon.

    Reviewed by JoanneOct 2023

  • "Mark was extremely helpful, welcoming and friendly."

    The accommodation was superb, clean and well equipped. We had a lovely time and our son loved Frodo and Treog the sheep! Thank you. Would like to visit again sometime.

    Thank you Karen for leaving this feedback back. We very much hope you'll be able to visit us at The Aran again , until then stay safe regards Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by KarenSep 2023

  • "Really enjoyed our stay at The Aran."

    Well located for a range of places to visit and the views from the property are fabulous. The property is clean, well furnished and with all the facilities you can think of including a welcome pack! Owners are friendly and helpful and their sheep are very friendly. I am more than happy to recommend a stay at this property.

    Lovely to hear everything was good for your stay Carol and our sheep were on their best behaviour. We very much hope you'll be able to visit us again in thd future. Stay well ,regards Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by CarolSep 2023

  • "We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Aran."

    We were made to feel very welcome by the hosts, who were on hand to help us if we needed it. The cottage is exactly what we had hoped for and provided the perfect base for making amazing memories with our 9 month old boy. We would strongly recommend that others stay here and we would definitely consider returning ourselves in the future.

    Thank you James for your lovely feedback I'm so pleased you enjoyed your time at The Aran with your family .We very much hope we can welcome you back again in the future. Stay well Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by JamesAug 2023

  • "Absolutely amazing property."

    . Finished to a really good standard with an amazing location. Would say the best we have stayed in and would definitely return. Owners were very approachable and my boy loved Frodo and Triog.

    Thank you for taking time to give us this feedback I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Very much hope you'll visit us again, PS Triog and Froddo say Hi Property Owner

    Reviewed by AllisonAug 2023

  • "Fantastic cottage in a beautiful rural area."

    Interior looks as though it's brand new, quality furnishings throughout and spotlessly clean. Beds are huge and very comfy, both en-suite bathrooms large with excellent showers. Owners friendly and happy to answer any questions but will also leave you in peace and quiet. Shared outside lawn area is big enough for children to run around safely if the weather permits. The owners have a couple of friendly sheep in an adjacent field who like their ears scratched. Would have no hesitation in going back again.

    So very pleased to know you enjoyed your stay with us it's great that you took the time to share your thoughts and we hope others will find it helpful. We both feel very lucky to be located in such a beautiful part of North Wales and its so rewarding to hear all our hard work was worth it . We very much hope to be able to welcome you back soon . P S sheep said to say hi and thanks for the scratches . Regards Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by JohnJul 2023

  • "The hosts were extremely friendly and helpful."

    The house is very clean and comfortable, we highly recommend!

    Great to know everything was OK for your time with us . Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback it can really help others deside. Stay well and come back and visit us soon Regards Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by ShaiJul 2023

  • "Beautiful spotless property, we felt like home during our stay at Aran."

    Perfectly located for visiting North Wales and owners very friendly. Definitely recommended.

    Thank you for this lovely feedback, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Stay well Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by AndrewJul 2023

  • "We had a great stay thank you."

    The views are amazing the barn is beautiful

    Thanks Jo for this lovely feedback, glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we very much hope you will visit us again soon . Stay well Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by JoJun 2023

  • "Excellent return visit."

    Very welcoming and friendly hosts. Cottage always very clean and comfortable. Will certainly return for another great visit. Thank you Mark and Buddug for the lovely welcome pack.

    So pleased to hear you've enjoyed another visit to The Aran .Its great seeing guests return . Thanks for the feedback .Best wishes Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by CarolJun 2023

  • "Beautiful accommodation with fantastic views of the countryside."

    Kitchen well equipped, furnished to a high standard. Host very welcoming and helpful. Will definitely be returning.

    You will be very welcome to stay with us at The Aran again. I'm very pleased you enjoyed your stay and you had everything you needed. Kind regards Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by ClaireJun 2023

  • "The Aran is just 5 mins from Bala in a quiet location with stunning views of the countryside."

    The accommodation is of a very high standard & immaculately presented. The kitchen is very well equipped with high quality goods & utensils. Both shower rooms were roomy & the showers were amazing. The owners, who live next door, were very friendly & welcoming providing lots of local information. The welcome pack was an unexpected surprise. I have already recommended this place to a friend & we would definitely like a return visit.

    That's lovely to hear your feedback Joy thank you . It really is a pleasure being able to share information about the area to help guests get the best out of your stay. We very much hope you will visit us again. Kind regards Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by JoyJun 2023

  • "The Aran is a lovely old building with a stunning modern interior."

    Only 30 minutes to walk into Bala (downhill!) with many good shops and restaurants, not forgetting Woody's by the lake. If we had been staying for a fortnight then a shared washing machine in the boot room would have been useful, and 6 mugs for 4 people meant a lot of washing up. It's surprising how many cups of tea and coffee get consumed in a day. Apart from that there was plenty of crockery and cutlery.

    Thanks for the feedback , there should have been 8 mugs in the cottage and am sorry if that didn't seem enough. I understand no one wants too much washing up when your on holiday. I'll make a note to check if any need replacing. Thanks for letting me know. Best wishes Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by RoyMay 2023

  • "Our second visit to The Aran."

    Very clean and comfortable. Beautiful views from the cottage. Lots to do and see in the area. Thoroughly recommend The Aran.

    It's lovely to hear you are a returning guest to The Aran ,and I'm pleased your second visit was as good. Thank you for leaving your feed back and come back again soon . King regards Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by GlynisMay 2023

  • "The accommodation was exceptional, modern,clean and well maintained."

    You could see the lovely Welsh countryside for miles from the outdoor seating area. We met both the hosts who where friendly , welcoming and accommodating. We will definitely be recommending it to friends and work colleagues.

    Thank you Angela for leaving this feedback I'm sure it helps future guests with questions they may have. Pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. Stay well and we hope you will visit us again Property Owner

    Reviewed by AngelaMay 2023

  • "Had a lovely week at The Aran it was spotlessly clean and facilities were very very good we really enjoyed seeing the pet sheep and rescuing two lambs that had fell through the fencing into the road on our travels, the weather was a bit mixed but it didn’t stop us from doing what we had planned, would love to say we will return as we loved the area so much but we have now bought a puppy so we can only recommend The Aran to friends and family."

    Reviewed by DavidApr 2023

  • "Amazing stay at The Aran."

    The hosts were friendly, welcoming and helpful. The cottage itself is stunning and spotless. And the area is just perfect to visit so many places. Would highly recommend and will be back again in the future

    Hi Ann , Your positive feedback means a lot to us and we very much hope to be able to welcome you back again soon. Stay well Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by AnnMar 2023

  • "A very enjoyable break,everything was was to a very high standard."

    Just one minor thing was we would have liked more cooking pans, two saucepans one very large and one medium sized pan isn’t really enough,but I’m sure that could be rectified easily.

    Thank you Rita for taking the time to feed back. We have updated the number of saucepans in the kitchen so hopefully if you visit us again and we very much hope you do ,cooking will be a joy in our now even better equipped kitchen. Stay well Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by RitaMar 2023

  • "Our 2nd visit to The Aran and everything was just as perfect as last year !"

    Nice to see that visitors respect the quality of the accommodation during their stay. Thank you to Mark and Buddug for the welcome pack - and for making us feel so welcome! Janice

    Hi Janice , Thank you for your feedback back and I'm sorry its taken me so long to acknowledgeit . We are very grateful for the comments from our guest and its very special when guests decide to return . Stay well and come again Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by JaniceMar 2023

  • "My family and I had a very pleasant stay at The Aran."

    Property was clean with all the items we needed for a great base to explore Snowdonia. The facilities are high quality, so following a long day trekking up Mount Snowdon, it was great comfort returning and relaxing at the Aran with everything we needed. Mark was very warm and welcoming, introducing the kids to Frodo and Triog (The sheep), who the kids loved saying hello to every morning!

    So pleased to hear you enjoyed staying with us at The Aran ,we hope to be able to welcome you back again soon Regards Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by KishanFeb 2023

  • "Very nice accommodation with amazing views."

    Tastefully furnished and well equipped. Good base for exploring Snowdonia as well as local area. We walked into Bala from property, although you need good navigational skills as some footpaths are not well marked. Would highly recommend this as a relaxing place to stay.

    Thank you Julie ,it's lovely to get your feedback, so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We very much hope you'll be able to visit us again soon. Stay well Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by JulieOct 2022

  • "2nd visit to the Aran."

    Cottage excellent. Very clean and well equipped. Great area for visiting many places in Snowdonia . Owners very friendly. Thank you for the welcome pack. Would love to return next year.

    Thank you Carol, It's great to see guests returning and you'll never be short of things to do here or beautiful places to visit . Stay well Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by CarolSep 2022

  • "Lovely, well maintained and beautifully decorated properly, which is in a great location for exploring the surrounding area."

    Would love to visit again.

    Thank you Hannah for taking time to leave this feed back ,its lovely to know you enjoyed your stay. We very much look forward to welcoming you back again soon . Stay well Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by HannahSep 2022

  • "The Aran was everything we could of asked for in an accommodation."

    The Aran was spotless, had everything we needed for the week and the bedrooms and bathrooms were lovely. The views from The Aran were lovely and our hosts were very helpful and informative of what was in the area to explore. They also provided a useful welcome pack which was great. Overall a great place to stay to explore North Wales.

    Thank you for this lovely feedback, we love to hear how much you enjoyed staying at The Aran to explore North Wales. We every much hope we can welcome you back in the future ,stay well .Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by HelenJul 2022

  • "Fabulous accommodation in beautiful countryside, very welcoming hosts who are unobtrusive but there when needed."

    Welcome pack to start your stay off and all the utensils you will need in a very modern kitchen. Everything was bright and really clean.Great views when sat out on the patio. Hope to return soon. Thanks Buddug and Mark

    Thank you for taking the time to leave this review ,we really do enjoy hearing our guest have enjoyed their stay. Stay well and we will look forward to welcoming you back soon. Regards Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by JamesJul 2022

  • "Great property."

    Very clean and comfortable. We had a very good break and holiday. Made welcome by Mark and Buddug. Thank you for the Welcome pack. Lots of photos taken of very interesting surrounding countryside and wildlife. Hope to return in the very near future.

    Thank you for your feed back its always good to hear our guest have had a good time staying at The Aran ,We don't think you could have picked a better spot but we could be considered a little bais Property Owner

    Reviewed by CarolJun 2022

  • "The property was all we could ask for great location lovely views owners friendly and helpful"

    Thank you for leaving us this feed back ,we love to hear guests have enjoyed their stay and hope to be able to welcome you back again soon Stay well Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by LeslieJun 2022

  • "We had a wonderful stay at the Aran in early June."

    The accommodation was lovely with all the comforts of home plus spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. We had a mixed bag of weather during the week but were able to make use of the decked patio and enjoy a glass of wine in the afternoon/evening sun. The welcome pack with the Bara brith was a lovely touch and host, Mark, was there when and if we needed any help or advice. Thank you.

    Hi Elizabeth, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Aran . I'll agree the weather here can be unpredictable ,so I'm glad you had some sunshine and could enjoy the decking. We hope to be able to welcome you back again soon Stay well Mark and Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by ElizabethJun 2022

  • "The Aran is a delightful property in a beautiful setting."

    The hosts are extremely friendly and helpful. It was lovely to find milk, tea and cake waiting for us when we arrived - a very nice gesture and much appreciated after a long journey.

    Thank you for leaving this feedback,and so pleased you enjoyed the traditional Welsh Bara Brith . It gives us great pleasure to know you have enjoyed your stay . Hope you will visit us again Regards Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by JeffreyMay 2022

  • "An excellent facility, well layed out with all the home comforts required for a relaxing stay."

    Thank you

    Thank you for your feed back John ,we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay .Hope you'll visit us again Stay well Mark and Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by JohnMay 2022

  • "Super happy."

    .brilliant place..clean and quiet...couldn't wish for anything better..location is superb...

    Thank you David for taking the time to leave this feedback I'm really please you all enjoyed your stay. Stay well and we hope you will visit us again . Property Owner

    Reviewed by DavidApr 2022

  • "A fantastic property hosted by lovely people."

    Stunning views from the property along with the excellent location in Snowdonia National Park. Will likely return!

    Thank you for this lovely feedback ,glad you enjoyed your stay and we very much hope you will be able to visit again Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by SimonApr 2022

  • "Lovely cottage with splendid views across fields to the mountains."

    Very comfortable and roomy, and close to nearby facilities

    Glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at The Aran and we hope you will visit us again soon Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by MartinMar 2022

  • "Thank you for a lovely stay , the cottage was well equipped ,with beautiful views."

    So pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will visit us again soon Mark and Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by JeffMar 2022

  • "Superbly appointed accommodation set in beautiful countryside."

    Welcome pack appreciated and friendly owner nearby to help or advise if required but privacy respected. An excellent short break. Thank you.

    Thank you for this feed back Frances,so pleased to hear youvenjoyed your stay at The Aran ,hope you'll come back again soon ,best wishes Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by FrancesMar 2022

  • "The Aran is an amazing barn conversion and should be rated 5*!"

    ! Superb kitchen and bathrooms, very comfortable and warm with spectacular scenery all around ! Mark and Buddug are very welcoming - as were the two pet sheep

    Reviewed by JaniceFeb 2022

  • "It was a beautiful place with a beautiful view."

    The hosts Buddug and Mark were lovely and helpful. We had a good stay at The Aran and would definitely recommend this place to anyone visiting Snowdonia.

    Thank you for taking the time to leave your review,I'm so pleased you enjoyed your stay,we very much hope you will be able to visit us again .Much appreciated Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by ShaziaFeb 2022

  • "Cottage is finished to a high standard and is very comfortable, clean & cosy."

    High spec appliances in the kitchen and the showers are excellent. Would benefit to have the added facility of a washer/dryer (in the boot room perhaps) and a mirror in the bedrooms near to a socket. The welcome basket was a very nice touch. Good location, close to Bala and easy to get to other places of interest in Snowdonia. Would definitely recommend to everyone and look forward to coming back.

    So pleased you enjoyed your stay , I appreciate your comment regarding a mirror close to a socket point and will look to see what can be done to make this better. Unfortunately it's just not possible to fit a washer/dryer in our boot room .We hope you will be able to visit us again .Thanking you again for leaving your feedback. Best wishes Mark and Buddug Property Owner

    Reviewed by VirginiaFeb 2022

  • "An immaculately presented, very comfortable property in a fabulous and convenient location."

    Very good communication with the owners before and after our stay. Thank you.

    Thank you Karene for your comments, we are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and look forward to hopefully welcoming you back again soon Property Owner

    Reviewed by KareneJan 2022

  • "We had a great holiday here."

    Cottage was immaculate and finished to a lovely standard. Sofas were really comfortable, which was great because we’ve stayed in other cottages before where the sofas were uncomfortable/ cheap so to have a really comfortable sofa and chairs to relax on was fab. Great facilities and the place was lovely and toasty even though the weather was freezing outside. Good location close to Bala, the pub Plas Yn Dre was great (we went there twice). Would definitely recommend this cottage and my sister is looking at booking here next year! We’ll definitely be back!

    So pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at The Aran.Hope to see you again soon ,Stay well Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by EmmaNov 2021

  • "Mark was a great host."

    We didn't realise that we were the first guests to stay there. The whole property was immaculate and decorated to a very high standard with premium appliances. The only thing that was missing was a washing machine but everything else that we needed was there. I would definitely stay here again and look forward to coming back next year. If you struggle to find the property (which we did) the What Three Words location is ///nails.sweated.plums

    Thank you Jonathan for taking the time to leave this feed back . We look forward to welcoming you back next year .Buddug and Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by JonathanNov 2021

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size with walk-in shower, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
  • Shared external boot room
  • Oil central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • TV and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking on shared driveway with electric charge point
  • Shared front courtyard
  • Private back decking that leads to an enclosed, shared lawn
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 2 miles, pub 1.9 miles
  • Note: The electric charge point is able to be used via an app
  • Note: There are steps in the front courtyard and in the back garden, please take care
  • Note: This property accepts a maximum of 4 guests including infants

The property

Bala 2 miles.

Encompassed by the stunning countryside of Snowdonia National Park in Rhyd-uchaf near Bala, Gwynedd is this stone-built barn conversion, The Aran.

Ideal for a family or group of four, this wonderful abode enjoys a mixture of the old and new interiors, with contemporary furnishing complimenting original features throughout, along with magnificent views of the rural vista.

After parking in one of the off-road spaces, make your way through the sunny shared courtyard nestled at the foot of this lovely dwelling before making your way inside to be dazzled by the open-plan living space, where you can find a fabulous kitchen boasting a vaulted ceiling, grey fittings with wooden worktops and hosting an array of integrated appliances.

After the designated chef has fixed up a delectable meal, enjoy dinner at the close-by dining table as you catch up with your loved ones about your countryside ramblings.

End the day by enjoying some quality time with your family in the sitting area, where you can curl up on the leather sofas and start a movie marathon on the TV.

When night falls, move across the ground floor to find a king-size bedroom also showcasing a vaulted ceiling with an A-frame feature, and enjoying access to an en-suite shower room.

Progress upstairs to find another king-size bedroom that savours views over the surrounding mountains, features stylish, grey accents, whilst enjoying access to a contemporary en-suite shower room; both shower rooms contain spacious walk-in cubicles and heated towel rails, so you can freshen up with ease.

The property enjoys access to an external, shared boot room where you can store any coats and equipment securely, as well as a large back garden, where you can savour a steaming cup of coffee on your private decked area, before stretching your legs on the large, shared lawn below.

A short drive will bring you to the market town of Bala, which boasts ample eateries that will suit anyone's taste, including the popular pub of Plas Yn Dre, as well as several well-stocked shops; the town also hosts a golf club and the idyllic river of Tryweryn, making for a lovely outing.

Bala is also close to Llyn Tegid, where you can access a range of watersports with the sailing club or Bala Adventure & Watersports service, along with being near the spectacular, national forest of Aberhirnant.

Travel further afield to find the town of Dolgellau, where you can enjoy a picnic in Marian Mawr, wander along the River Mawddach on foot or by bike and finish off the day with a bite to eat at one of the many eateries in Dolgellau, serving something to suit all tastes and budgets.

Being in the middle of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park means you have plenty more to see and do, with the nearby lake of Tryweryn and National White Water Centre within easy reach, and the fantastic Zip World a little further away.

Create long-lasting memories at The Aran.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1074599, together sleeping 10 guests.

Note: 5G WiFi service can be variable due to weather conditions

Please note: This property has a £200 good house keeping bond

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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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 Eryri (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 Eryri (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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Note: 5G WiFi service can be variable due to weather conditions

Please note: This property has a £200 good house keeping bond

Note: This property accepts a maximum of 4 guests including infants

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas