Title: Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars! 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 # Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars! Riverside cottage with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars! ![Exterior - Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars! 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(Dolgellau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116410000/116400100/116400001/43512669.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars! provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Mountain view ## 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. ### Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars! Riverside Cottage (Bwthyn ger yr afon in Welsh), is a tranquil private cottage within the Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) and close to the Mawddach trail. It is a haven for wildlife and nature enthusiasts close to woodland, beaches, mountains & lakes. We love the outdoors, especially the animals we are able to observe and share it with. Sitting outside and listening to the bubbling river Gwynant flow by whilst taking in the surroundings and all the noises of the wildlife is uplifting for the soul, you may even be lucky and spot the dippers as they fly past under the bridge. The cottage is ideally located; if you wish you can just walk from it and reach a lot of wonderful places. The drive down through the California redwoods is spectacular and we love Abergwynant woods which are a short walk down the road from the cottage. Abergwynant woods are stunning and wonderful to explore. They are tranquil with lots of bird life; including blackcaps, great spotted woodpeckers and flycatchers to name a few. A short distance away you reach the open estuary of the Mawddach trail, from here plenty of waders and other wildlife can be seen. If you are feeling energetic you could carry on walking and cross the Barmouth viaduct into the town to refresh and treat yourself! If you want to you can jump in your car and go explore the many magnificent sights the area has. Within a short distance there are mountains, lakes, beaches, wooded valleys and stunning views, and approximately an hour away the stunning Yr Wyddaf (Mount Snowdon). During the breeding season, you can visit osprey nests at visitor centres and see the wildlife superstars of the area! For those who like mechanical birds, the Mach Loop is a 12 minute drive away and aircraft can often be heard passing over the area. Dolgellau the local town, is only a 10 minute drive and has stores you can stock up in, as well as places to browse around, and eateries to relax and recharge in. The cottage itself has ample parking, whilst inside there is all the equipment you need to ensure your stay is cozy and comfortable. The cottage has two bedrooms; the first with a king sized bed, and the second which, is accessed through the first bedroom, with a small double. We are trying to make Riverside Cottage as sustainable as we can, so all bedding and soft furnishings are filled with wool. This includes the duvets, pillows and cushion inserts. Wool is not only more sustainable, it also has excellent thermo-regulation properties helping keeping you warm or cool as needed. The living area has a sofa and two comfy chairs, each chair with their own footstool, our resident sheep Aber and Gwyn! There is a TV in the living room and first bedroom, fast WiFi throughout the cottage and two USB charging plugs for those who would like to use them. The cottage is heated by electric radiators as well as an electric stove. There is a fridge-freezer in the living room, and a dining area from which you can look out on the garden and river. The cottage has a well equipped kitchen and guests will be provided with an inventory ahead of their trip so they can plan accordingly. The bathroom has a bath and electric shower and all guests will be provided with a bath towel and face towel. Outside there are three different seating areas; a picnic table near the river, a table and chairs to sit and enjoy the garden, and a love seat to relax in by the front porch. In time we are hoping to add a hide in the garden to help visitors have the chance to observe more closely the wildlife around us. We would love to welcome you to our nature heaven; it is a truly magical place to relax and enjoy all Wales has to offer. \*\* PLEASE KINDLY NOTE before making an enquiry: \*The property is strictly no smoking, no vaping & no e-cigarettes throughout. \*Due to the proximity of the river, we are not accepting bookings with children under the age of 14. \*As we are looking to establish a strong relationship with the wildlife that visits our garden, we are not currently accepting bookings with pets. \*Due to the cottage having steps down to the kitchen and bathroom it is not suitable for wheelchair users. \* There are no facilities at the cottage for the charging of electric vehicles, thank you. Charging points can be found locally at Dolgellau and Barmouth. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital - Near the sea - On a river - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Hiking nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Double-glazed windows - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Property does not allow children - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87590000/87581100/87581080/3bb02aaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### CaeEinion Cottage a Georgeous Rural Retreat Nr Dolgellau Islawr-dref - Toys/games - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=87581080&PinnedHotelID=87581080&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101780000/101776600/101776503/64635e04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Penthouse Apartment - Aberdovey- Spectacular Beach Views - Free Parking Aberdyfi - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=101776503&PinnedHotelID=101776503&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61210000/61206100/61206012/5205cdbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### No 6 at Dolgoch Falls Cottages Bryncrug - Outdoor space - Microwave - Toys/games [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=61206012&PinnedHotelID=61206012&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101530000/101526100/101526094/a525a938.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "The Pod" Fabulous glamping pod near Snowdonia. 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Empty the hoover into the bin if used. Close the gate and have a safe onward journey, thank you. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Booking is from Saturday to Saturday only. If you wish to arrive later and depart earlier that is fine, however, the fee will be for the full week. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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¢er=52.737152,-3.95808&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ib%7C%60I%7E%60d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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=zDNFwR4uV9iQfVpvZxdswhp8vdQ=) Dolgellau, Wales #### What's nearby - Eryri National Park \- 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Mach Loop \- 13 min drive \- 11.3 miles - Barmouth Bridge \- 19 min drive \- 14.1 miles - Barmouth Beach \- 20 min drive \- 14.1 miles - Lake Vyrnwy \- 43 min drive \- 32.2 miles #### Getting around - Morfa Mawddach Station - 14 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Bank Restaurant - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Lobster Pot - ‬14 min drive - ‪George III Hotel - ‬3 min drive - ‪Tal-y-Don Hotel - ‬15 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!? ### What time is check-in at Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!? ### What time is check-out at Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars!? ### Where is Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Riverside Cottage, Abergwynant (sleeps up to 3) - don't forget your binoculars! Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael L. 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A hidden gem ,in idyllic setting. Woodland walks ,estuary walks .Wildlife on your doorstep. Lovely cottage. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay . ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/300149ac-747b-4c63-81e1-5e06e84c60cc-1757761874271.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2e3a6453-1eba-4e85-88ed-d148cd6dd484-1757761874015.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b22ed28b-68d4-497c-9c7a-4f696f18c886-1757761873816.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/635a635e-549c-4915-b3e7-7e7ff365d49d-1757761871085.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michael L. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Louise S. 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden Gem! We booked a short stay for our wedding anniversary. When riverside cottage came up as an option we snapped it up. The location is stunning from every angle. The cottage is both traditional with exposed beams and the thick stone walls you would expect but with modern touches for comfort. The babbling river outside and the welcome party of birds each morning added to the relaxing vibe. The horses in the field opposite were the icing on the cake. Lovely touches of chocolate love spoons and prosecco to wish us happy anniversary on arrival - made us welcome from the start. ![Lovely touches!](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/309db666-bf14-4fd2-ae50-cc90e1545680-1754600772613.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/16709abf-373a-473f-a991-44d8f1952313-1754600902262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/8c0d23a4-056a-43d8-b2c8-6750f0ce7294-1754600890798.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6f8b4c6e-ef9d-44ae-be80-bd93238abdf5-1754600923332.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Louise S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### sandra m. 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a lovely stay in riverside cottage.Andrea was a great host full of information and always answers any messages promptly. The cottage is located in a fabulous location. 10 min walk to the estuary through a forest. Just stunning. Sitting having my morning coffee outside by the river every morning was heaven. The cottage itself is a small, but cosy old building with and thick stone walls full of character. The front room is a lovely room to relax after a long day walking and the bed is very comfy. Kitchen and bathroom are a little older in style but exactly as the photos and perfectly fine. We cooked every day and had all the amenities.Lots of birds and wildlife all around. And if you love jets and planes the Mach loop is 15 mins away. Would stay again. ##### sandra m. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John W. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The fairytale cottage Riverside Cottage is situated in a fairytale setting, with woodland behind and the river in front of the cottage. Access is easy, however, and we had no problems finding it. We could park the car close to the front door. Gaining entry was easy, following the clear instructions we'd received, and we found the cottage clean, comfortable and surprisingly spacious. In the evening when the temperature dropped the electric fire warmed the living area up very quickly. We slept very well. The location is very convenient for visiting nearby attractions, and we visited The Ffestiniog Railway, the Talyllyn Railway and the Vale of Rheidol Railway during our stay, taking in Barmouth, Porthmadog and Aberystwyth. We ate out once, down the road at the George III pub at Penmaenpool, which was very nice and had very quick service. The rest of the time we cooked in the cottage. We will be back and next time will be spending more time watching out for the wildlife! ##### John W. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025