Guests say
Bryn Araul is a charming, well-equipped cottage in a tranquil rural setting near Dolgellau, ideal for walkers, dog owners, and those seeking peace and natural beauty. Guests consistently praise the welcoming hosts, secure garden, and thoughtful touches throughout the property. The cottage is described as cosy, comfortable, and perfect for relaxing, with easy access to scenic walks, beaches, and local attractions. While the vast majority of feedback is highly positive, a small number of guests noted occasional issues with heating and comfort. Overall, the property is highly recommended for a relaxing countryside break.
Most guests found the cottage very clean and tidy, with only rare exceptions mentioning musty smells or missed cleaning. The overall impression is of a well-maintained property.
The location is frequently highlighted as peaceful, beautiful, and ideal for exploring both coast and mountains. Guests appreciate the rural setting with easy access to walks and local towns.
The cottage is widely described as cosy, warm, and comfortable, though a few guests mentioned issues with mattress comfort and heating in colder weather.
Guests consistently praise the well-equipped kitchen, secure garden, log burner, and thoughtful amenities. Occasional comments mention minor issues with heating controls and hot water, but these are rare.
Many reviews mention generous welcome baskets, dog beds, and other thoughtful touches from the hosts. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A North Wales woodland retreat; a fairytale cottage for magical holidays..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Books, Games, Woodburner
Dining room: Freeview TV, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Wine larder (honesty box). External shed with washing machine, tumble dryer and beach toys. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. A North Wales holiday cottage almost straight from a children’s story book and set in a magical location surrounded by woodland. A real welcome awaits with fresh homemade Welsh cakes, cupcakes and a bottle of wine. Bird boxes and feeders around the cottage ensure birdsong throughout the year; nuthatches, nesting blue tits and even woodpeckers can be seen feeding. There are beach toys in the shed for long summer days and sledges for winter fun. Guests will love feeding the ducks and chickens in the owners’ garden nearby.
Inside the cottage, pristine white interiors, bedrooms with simple crisp white bedding and pretty accessories greet visitors. In the living room a crackling log fire in the wood burner makes a cosy retreat, or you can open the patio doors for an enchanting woodland atmosphere. Spend your evenings relaxing in the porch of this small woodland retreat and absorb the tranquil setting. The double bedroom has an Edwardian dressing table and wardrobe, and both bedrooms feature a 1930’s fireplace.
In Snowdonia National Park you can discover breathtaking mountain and coastal scenery, steam trains, excellent local produce, fascinating industrial heritage and exhilarating adventure activities. Fairbourne and Barmouth are a pleasant drive away, with miles of golden sands at Barmouth and a smaller sandy beach at Fairbourne. Drive down to the lovely seaside resort of Aberdovey with candy-coloured houses, a long uncrowded beach and seaside atmosphere.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Centre for Alternative Technology
Reviews (31)
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Robert Compton
A lovely well stocked cottage in a fantastic setting although quite far away from most major visiting places/attractions, the cottage itself was lovely, roomy, everything you needed and more, had a lovely stay, although the weather was too hot , took a while to get to places we wanted to visit but apart from that everything was great
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Maurice Westlake
A lovely quiet but easily accessible location just outside Dolgellau. Well appointed with everything for a relaxing holiday. Secure garden for the dog.
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Confirmed Guest
We have recently returned from our sixth stay at Bryn Araul and will definitely be back. This lovely cottage meets all our holiday requirements including location, accommodation, facilities and friendly, helpful owners. For us it's the perfect place to unwind and enjoy our valuable time away from normal life.