We can also offer a luxury selfcatering farmhose - "Ty Glan yr Afon" is situated in the picturesque and scenic valley of Cwm Hirgwm, above the small village of Bontddu, and is in fact the owner's old family home. It is approx. 1 mile from the village, and approx. 5 miles from the nearest towns - Barmouth on the west coast, and the market town of Dolgellau to the east. The surrounding area is famous for its gold-mining activity, though now closed, the mines in their heyday were an important source of employment.
There are stunning views of the surrounding countryside and mountains, and there are plenty of walks - some right from the doorstep! "Ty Glan yr Afon" is also the ideal base from which to tour north and mid Wales - most of the major attractions for these areas are within an hour's drive away.
There is a local pub in Bontddu, "The Halfway House" now under new ownership, serving food and beverages.
"Ty Glan yr Afon" is a traditional style farmhouse which dates back to the early 1600's, but has been completely renovated and refurbished to a very high standard - taking care to retain its unique characteristics such as the huge exposed oak beams, the inglenook fireplace, even the sloping bedroom floors!
Standing in about an acre of ground it overlooks the "Tynglan" bridge where two mountain streams merge on their way to the renowned Mawddach estuary below. Built of stone and a slate roof, "Ty Glan yr Afon" has been tastefully furnished, and is centrally heated throughout.
The accommodation comprises:
Lounge
Featuring the original Welsh Dresser, Inglenook, which now houses a wood-burning stove (a good supply of logs provided), T.V./DVD, Telephone (payphone).
Kitchen
Complete fitted kitchen in oak, comprising a "range" style gas/electric cooker, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, radio, T.V./Video, dining table and chairs, and a Welcome Pack (bread, milk, tea, coffee, sugar, butter etc).
Shower Room
Shower, toilet and hand washbasin.
Utility Room
Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer and a Freezer. Iron/Ironing Board.
First Floor Three Bedrooms
Main bedroom (1) has a king-size 5' bed, wardrobes, plus usual bedroom furniture, including a T.V.
Bedroom (2) has twin beds, wardrobe, dressing table etc.
Bedroom (3) has a 4'6" double bed, wardrobe, dressing table etc.
All beds have duvets, and electric blankets (for those cooler nights!).
Bathroom
Toilet, washbasin and bath including shower.
Outside
Garden Furniture and BBQ.
OCCUPANCY:- The accommodation is designed to be occupied by up to SIX people. This is the maximum that will be permitted.
QUALITY GRADING:- We are delighted to have been awarded the top FIVE STARS grade for "exceptional quality" by the Wales Tourist Board, under their Quality Assurance Scheme.
PETS:- We regret that pets are NOT allowed.
Bontddu is a small village between Dolgellau and Barmouth on the A496 road. "Ty Glan yr Afon" lies about one mile up the Cwm Hirgwm valley - turn off the A496 at the Bontddu Hall, proceed along this road for about one mile to the telephone kiosk - turn off the road here, passing the kiosk to your left, and "Ty Glan yr Afon" will be facing you - up a slight slope.
Self Catering
Hunan-Ddarpar
