Title: Islwyn 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 # Islwyn Cottage with free parking, near Eryri National Park ## Photo gallery for Islwyn ![Cottage | Interior - Islwyn (Bala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114102800/114102721/b671aa82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - Islwyn (Bala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114102800/114102721/01cbd1e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - Islwyn (Bala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114102800/114102721/b19e4b05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Living area - Islwyn (Bala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114102800/114102721/59ce6524.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - Islwyn (Bala)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114110000/114102800/114102721/211c092d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Islwyn provides amenities, such as an adjacent golf course and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking included - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi £399 includes taxes & fees 16 Dec - 17 Dec ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Islwyn Cottage with free parking, near Eryri National Park Along with a garden, this smoke-free cottage has free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage features a kitchen, free WiFi and a shower. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. This Bala cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. This accommodation has kitchens with kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### 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 - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Similar properties ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78520000/78517500/78517445/88b4eae9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sail Loft Porthmadog - 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Kitchen - Washer - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 5 reviews £337 includes taxes & fees 7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=26994073&PinnedHotelID=26994073&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Islwyn Bala Islwyn Cottage Islwyn Cottage Bala ## 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%7C52.85143%2C-3.68076&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QZToVzzcDswcgVmt6qciYRbft9A=) Islwyn Llanuwchllyn, Bala, Wales, LL23 7UE #### What's nearby - Eryri National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Bala Lake Railway - Llanuwchllyn Station \- 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Llyn Tegid \- 10 min drive \- 7.8 miles - Mach Loop \- 19 min drive \- 16.2 miles - Lake Vyrnwy \- 20 min drive \- 12.1 miles #### Getting around - Morfa Mawddach Station - 27 min drive - Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 110 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ty Coffi, The Coffee House - ‬8 min drive - ‪Goat - ‬8 min drive - ‪Loch Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Y Cyfnod Cafe & Bistro - ‬8 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Islwyn pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Islwyn? ### How much is parking at Islwyn? ### What time is check-in at Islwyn? ### What time is check-out at Islwyn? ### Where is Islwyn located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Islwyn Reviews ## Reviews 8.0 ### 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 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Juliana 17 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication It is a lovingly extended stone cottage between a fast moving stream with a view and a country road. A very well equipped home from home , a perfect base for up to 4 ppl to explore the area. 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