Title: Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location Riverside holiday home with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location ![Property grounds - Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location (Arthog)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99262100/99262034/w1374h1071x0y3-64dc0589.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location (Arthog)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99262100/99262034/39616518.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location (Arthog)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99262100/99262034/48355bce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Golf - Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location (Arthog)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99262100/99262034/ca273e8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers - Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location (Arthog)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99270000/99262100/99262034/32ec796e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Snowdonia National Park, this charming cottage offers a serene retreat amidst mountain views and lovely country walks. With access to mountain bikes, golf clubs, wet suits and body boards for activities like surfing or sailing nearby beaches. The 2-bedroom cottage features a well-equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower and large living room with 2 sofas; enjoy warmth from two electric fireplaces. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 52691 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location Cottage set in the Mawddach Valley nature reserve near the Mawddach Estuary, in the Snowdonia National Park. Beautiful mountain views and lovely country walks; just 3 minutes’ walk from the scenic Cambrian Coastal Railway at Morfa Mawddach and backing directly onto the stunning Mawddach Trail. Activities nearby include mountain biking, golf, sailing, quad biking, clay shooting, horse riding, plus miles of beaches and the sea. Basic equipment such as golf clubs, wetsuits and body boards are available for guests to use. The location Situated between mountains, rivers and coastal waters, the elements mingle here to provide clean, crisp fresh air and a coastal breeze. The cottage In this “away from the madding crowd” 2-bedroom cottage, you will have access to the entire place. There is a well-equipped kitchen, bathroom with shower, and a large living room with two sofas, a television and a dining table. Provision for up to 5 guests is available: • Bedroom 1: double bed • Bedroom 2: bunk bed with a double at the bottom and a single on top Solar panels and a heat-source pump provide extra warmth. Please note: the living-room floor has a gentle slope (carpeted). The cottage also has a private outdoor garden area. Guest access Entire house and all facilities. Other things to note This is a Victorian stone cottage with original character and antique furniture. It is very much 19th century in style, with a couple of single steps inside. If you are looking for a modern build with brand-new finishes, this may not be the right choice for you — but guests who value charm, history and character usually love it. The cottage is not suitable for wheelchair or step-free access: there is a step at the front door and another small step from the hallway into the lounge. Pets are welcome, but we kindly ask that they are kept out of the sleeping areas. Guest review “Fantastic location right next to estuary trail. Short walk to Barmouth over the bridge. Accommodation was very comfortable and extremely well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Lots of excellent hikes straight from the door so no need to drive. Cadair Idris a short drive away if need something challenging. DVD collection is huge and board games etc available. Plenty of hot water and solar and mains heating so no chance of getting cold in the winter. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and sure that you would too.” ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 3 accessible parking spaces - Area rugs in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains - Near the sea - Next to a golf course - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Bicycles - Golf - Tennis ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Bicycles - Garden - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 2,691 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92560000/92555600/92555530/763e92f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Buck Barn - a cabin that sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms Nantmel - Hot tub - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Seniors-only community. Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C52.70560%2C-4.02879&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rfRQ0RnkmN0CuOKsZOA7yxTmPec=) Arthog #### What's nearby - Eryri National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Cregennan Lakes \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Blue Lake \- 9 min drive \- 2.3 miles - Barmouth Beach \- 20 min drive \- 4.3 miles - Barmouth Bridge \- 28 min drive \- 19.4 miles #### Getting around - Morfa Mawddach Station - 3 min walk #### Restaurants - ‪The Bank Restaurant - ‬21 min drive - ‪The Lobster Pot - ‬20 min drive - ‪George III Hotel - ‬10 min drive - ‪Tal-y-Don Hotel - ‬21 min drive - ‪Mermaid Fish Bar - ‬19 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location? ### What time is check-in at Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location? ### What time is check-out at Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location? ### Where is Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Character old cottage in gorgeous Snowdonia location Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig G. 26 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A memorable stay in a beautiful cottage My wife and I and our seven year old son had an excellent stay in this characteristic and extremely comfortable cottage. An ideal location close to Barmouth and within walking distance of the local train station. Special thanks to Neil, the owner of this stunning cottage. We enjoyed our stay that much that we have already booked to stay again next year! Craig, Sophia and Harry ##### Craig G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christine G. 4 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cosy cottage A very quirky cosy cottage. Very warm . In an ideal spot in the country. Ideal for walkers, biker. Next to a walking trail with patthway to Fairbourne and Barmouth overlooking the estuary. Train station about a 5 min walk. The owner has left lots of equiptment to use, bikes surfboard etc. We had to 6 yr olds with us and they loved it ##### Christine G. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Louise D. 9 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### LOVED IT! The property is indeed quirky but just as described in the listing, and suited us down to the ground as it was something different! Had everything we needed (with the exception of a freezer compartment in the fridge but minor point), and was clean and warm. Huge TV and good wifi. One of the best things for us was the availability of bikes, and we spent 2 of our our 4 days there riding in the beautiful local area. Also had body boards but we didn't have time to use them (and golf clubs etc). Would benefit from automated checking in details prior to the trip as communication with the owner was occasionally a little tricky. Would definitely stay again! ##### Louise D. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaime P. 23 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Cottage was absolutely perfect for us, comfy beds, comfy sofas, loved all the games, dvds etc. Will definitely be booking again. Location is perfect, 2 min walk to train station and only a mile and a half to a beautiful beach. Perfect for a quiet family holiday. ##### Jaime P. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon S. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beat the weather Quirky, clean and a really good base for our walking holiday. Easy to get to Barmouth, and the walk to the George III is lovely Bed was very comfy. Love the fact it has solar! ##### Simon S. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Sharon Richard U. 21 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy A Bad Experience of ‘Quirky’ - best check every detail WITH HOST before bookingQuirky definition: Unusual in an attractive/interesting way. OK if property listing is accurate at time of booking. For us It wasn’t.For mainly safety reasons I moved some of my family out after 1 day to another place costing 2K. 2 adults remained here to sleep only. UNSAFE KITCHEN ELECTRICS1.Exposed cooker wire into wall mounted socket above cooker is not compliant with safety regs.2.Use of 3 gang extension lead, sitting on kitchen worktop, overloaded with multiple appliances microwave/toaster/kettle is dangerous3.Old electric cooker (no PAT Test evidence ) loose knobs,no control info visibleAll 3 are a fire riskINACCURATE LISTING1.Entrance not wheelchair accessible2.Bedroom too small for bed size; Unsuitable for anyone with mobility issues, especially in the event of fire3\. Gold sofabed in lounge not an option according to housekeeper saying ‘ not used, we tried once to get it out & back in, it nearly broke our backs’.4\. Bedroom cupboards full of DVD’s/Video’s/Games & virtually no room for our clothes5\. No BBQ, Fire Pit, useable garden furniture or mountain bikes on arrival until housekeeper loaned us hers.6\. Rotting wooden picnic table gave our 10yr old a splinterHost apologised quickly to complaints & amended parts of his listing. However, as he’s ‘stuck’ in Croatia he wants me to provide a detailed itinerary of remaining listing inaccuracies - that’s not the guests job ![Fire Risk - Exposed cooker wire into wall mounted socket above cooker is not compliant with safety regs.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/99653d01-a175-4dcb-8aef-2d7db2756ef0-1755778448893.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Fire Risk -Use of 3 gang extension lead, sitting on kitchen worktop, overloaded with multiple appliances microwave/toaster/kettle is dangerous](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cdc7329f-5f25-4f45-9045-77a9171c2fa8-1755778448958.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Fire Risk - Very Old electric cooker (no PAT Test evidence ) loose knobs,no control info visible](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/cd9bde35-0912-4117-90d0-c299a87f26e0-1755778442992.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Entrance not wheelchair accessible. Porch measured 23.5 inches and standard wheelchair is 25 inches. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/dcaa4e8d-88f1-40c9-9d44-1c6aa09db704-1755778449668.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Sharon Richard U. Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025 ---