Property Description

'Gwalia’ which means ‘by the river’ in welsh, is made from slate found from around the area. It is situated within the breath taking scenery of Snowdonia National park, on the main Dolgellau Road, the A470 which connects North and South Wales. The postcode for Gwalia is LL25 0EJ.
The restaurants, shop, and post Office are all within walking distance.

Gwalia can offer you:

Cosy lounge with woodburner (wood provided). Tv, dvd and Cd player.

Fully equipped dining kitchen.

Downstairs wc.

Two double bedrooms and one single bedroom with bunkbeds.

Bathroom with shower over bath.

Bed linen is provided but not towels.




Gwalia our beautiful 3 bedroomed self catering cottage is ideally located for your holiday requirements. Comfortably sleeping 6 people, making it perfect for that family or group break. Whether you are looking for an active holiday, touring or a peaceful getaway, you will find it here. The price you see is what you pay no extra hidden costs. Discounts available for breaks of two weeks or more.

To the front of the cottage are open views to the surrounding mountains. parking is on road directly in front of the cottage.

To the rear is a steep garden with patio terraces providing areas for barbecues. From the top of the garden you can see over the cottage roof, and have views all around of the forests and mountains

Local Area Information

The picturesque village of Dolwyddelan is situated in Lledr valley North Wales within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park Surrounded by breathtaking views and ideally situated for walking touring fishing biking horse riding and more a paradise for all outdoor pursuits.

There are many scenic public footpaths out of the village including one to Dolwyddelans very own 13th century castle which stands proudly overlooking the village.

The Village has two restaurants one a pub serving bar meals Y Gwydyr and the other a little more upscale Elans Castle Hotel with a restaurant

There is also a Spar supermarket and a Post Office.

Dolwyddelan boasts its own train station Pont Y Pant station One of the delightful Conwy Valley Line train stations Dont forget to stick your hand out to stop the train This runs trains frequently to places such as BetwsyCoed and Llandudno which are also within easy driving distances.

Betwsy is a popular tourist spot which is only 5 miles away and has lots of excellent restaurants shops and more scenic walks.
Dolwyddelan is also on most local bus routes.

Places to go Are the great mountain walks cycling Horse Riding climbing kayaking bird watching and several golf courses not enough to keep you occupied The sights of Llewellyn the Greats Castle or the church of the Irish Saint not enough to wet your appetite Well there is a host of places to go so why stop at that.

Mount Snowdon 18miles. Yr Wyddfa in welsh meaning The Tumulus Consisting of 11 peaks the highest peak reaching 3560ft Mount Snowdon is the highest mountain in Wales or England A climb to the summit will be rewarded on a clear day with views of England Ireland and Scotland.

Betwsycoed 5miles. Its beautiful scenery golf many shops and restaurants make this a most popular area with tourists. The railway hosts a museum and model railway.
Betwsycoed leads to the Conwy Valley containing the stunning natural beauties of The Fairy Glen Conwy falls and not to far away the series of waterfalls named Swallow falls.

If history is your thing then visit Conwy castle built by Edward the I or the many bridges in the area including the PontyPair and Thomas Telfords Iron Waterloo Bridge built in 1815.

Worth a look is the 14th century St Michaels Church.

Colwyn Bay 24miles, With its long prom and beaches also close by is the welsh mountain Zoo and the most famous Bodnant gardens.

Llandudno 25miles. Wales largest resort and still full of its Victorian splendour. Llandudno is located between the Great and Little Orms An ornamental garden. The Happy valley is where a cabin lift runs from Close by is a dry ski slope and Toboggan Run.

Llechwedd Slate Caverns 5miles, Set in 2000acres of land this is a living working slate mine open since 1836 Above ground is a Victorian village and below ground experience the Miners Tramway Tour

Porthmadog 17miles, Situated in the Glaslyn Estuary a harbour town rich in maritime history Not too far away is the beautiful Italianate village of Portmeirion built by Sir Clough WilliamEllis.

Property Features

* Pets are allowed
* Children are allowed

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Contact Information

Name:	MJ Ellis
Telephone:	+44-01538-300160
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