Nestled in the peaceful village of Dinas Mawddwy at the southern edge of Snowdonia National Park, this charming cottage is the ultimate rural retreat. Providing flexible accommodation for four guests and welcoming one happy hound, it’s a fantastic base for couples and families that love the great outdoors. Swap the hustle and bustle of daily life for hiking in the picturesque countryside, then return here for lazy afternoons in the garden and cosy evenings snuggled around the wood burner.
Arranged over three storeys, this quaint cottage blends original features like exposed beamed ceilings, brick fireplaces and quirky-shaped rooms with contemporary design and furnishings for a true home from home. The heart of this delightful property is the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, which stretches the length of the ground floor. The modern kitchen is a delight for chefs to prepare meals in, before gathering the pack around the dining table or dining alfresco in the garden, while your pup potters contently on the lawn. Enjoy chilled evenings in the lounge, watching TV while Fido snoozes in front of the wood burner. When bedtime calls, head upstairs to the cosy first-floor double bedroom, or continue through the dressing room to the attic bedroom on the second floor. With twin zip-and-link beds, it can be set up as a twin or double room, though it may be more suitable for children owing to the low ceiling and snug space.
Lace up your walking boots and let your pup lead the way to adventure with a number of trails from your door into the surrounding hills and forests. More walking and cycling routes can be found at Coed Y Brenin Forest Park (17 miles), or you could follow the Mawddach Trail from the market town of Dolgellau (9 miles) to Barmouth (18.5 miles), where the gorgeous sandy beach (some of which is dog-friendly year round) is sure to set tails wagging.