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Esgair Wen

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Self Catering Cottage, Dolgellau

Sleeps 5, 3 bedrooms
£450 to £700 per week
  • No smoking
  • No pets
  • Child friendly

Beautiful stone built barn conversion in a peaceful rural setting near Dolgellau. Sleeps 5. No pets. This is a superb base for a holiday - perfect for combining outdoor pursuits with relaxing days out on the sandy beaches of Barmouth and Fairbourne. It is perfect for those who enjoy MTB trails, walking trails, mountains, forests, waterfalls, castles and beaches. It's also a paradise for photographers, and is very popular with visitors to the Mach loop.

Easter Holidays

Saturday 12th April . 5 nights. £450. NO PETS 3 bedrooms Near Dolgellau, Snowdonia National park. 12 miles Barmouth beach.

  • Sat 12 Apr to Thu 17 Apr 2025
  • £450

The accommodation

Sleeps up to 5 people in 3 bedrooms (one double, one small double and one single)

Large landing area with comfortable chairs and small table - ideal for reading.

Walk in shower. Wash basin and WC.

Oil central heating throughout - included in price.

Electric flame effect wood burner - ideal for a cosy night in without all the hard work!

Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washer / dryer.

TV and a large selection of DVDs

Children welcome . Travel cot and high chair provided.

Bed linen, towels included in the price.

Garden with chimnea, swing, table and chairs.

Bike storage.

Private parking.

The location

Set in a peaceful location, 3 miles from the market town of Dolgellau, this is the perfect spot for a break away. Surrounded by fields and woodland, guests can enjoy the soothing sounds of nature and spectacular mountain views.

With access to woodland and hiking routes straight from the doorstep, this is an idyllic base for anyone who loves venturing into the great outdoors. The unpolluted dark skies above provide a perfect canvas for stargazing under a blanket of stars.

Our area

Dolgellau offers a great range of cafes and restaurants whilst adventure activities are on the doorstep. Ideally located for exploring the region, it is a great holiday location. Popular local attractions include:

Cader Idris mountain

Barmouth and Fairbourne beaches (12 miles)

Cycling - The cottage is an ideal base for visiting Coed y Brenin Forest Park, with it's world-class mountain bike trails, family walks, café, cycle shop, play area and easy access trail.

There is also the Mawddach Trail footpath walk and cycle route which winds for miles (15km) along the disused railway track on the southern edge of the Mawddach estuary. It starts at Dolgellau, our nearest town and finishes by crossing the iconic railway bridge over the mouth of the estuary into Barmouth

You could also try the Trawsfynydd Lake Cycle route, which is a lovely route with some stunning views, or the downhill Mountain Biking and Freeride Trails at Ffestiniog, where there are 7 trails which have had international acclaim from Mtb press and riders alike. All trails are accessed by an uplift service.

Portmeirion Italianite village

King Arthur's Labyrinth and Craft Centre, Corris

Bounce Below (underground trampolining)

Steam trains at Ffestiniog, Tal y llyn , Bala and Fairbourne

Slate mines at Ffestiniog

Water sports / white water rafting at Bala.

Farm park at Llanfair.

Fishing at various lakes . Trout fishing at Llyn Cynwch (fly and bait) Cregennen (fly fishing)

A short drive to the Mach Loop - fantastic for aircraft enthusiasts - plenty of opportunity for close up photography.

Travel info

Plenty of private parking right outside the cottage.

About our prices

We offer a low occupancy discount of £50 (for one or two guests only) on all full week bookings.

Prices

From Until £/week Min stay
Fri 4 Apr 2025Sat 5 Apr 2025£5002 nights
Sun 6 Apr 2025Sat 26 Apr 2025£6002 nights
Sun 27 Apr 2025Sat 24 May 2025£5502 nights
Sun 25 May 2025Sat 31 May 2025£6502 nights
Sun 1 Jun 2025Sat 28 Jun 2025£5502 nights
Sun 29 Jun 2025Sat 19 Jul 2025£6002 nights
Sun 20 Jul 2025Sat 30 Aug 2025£7002 nights
Sun 31 Aug 2025Sat 4 Oct 2025£5502 nights
Sun 5 Oct 2025Sat 1 Nov 2025£5002 nights
Sun 2 Nov 2025Sat 20 Dec 2025£4502 nights
Sun 21 Dec 2025Sat 3 Jan 2026£6502 nights

Current availability

Last updated 7 March 2025

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Esgair Wen

Holiday Cottage at:

Llanfachreth
Dolgellau
Gwynedd LL40 2DW

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  • Ceri Hughes
  • 6960
  • Llanfachreth
    Dolgellau
    Gwynedd LL40 2DW
  • Listed since July 2008
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