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Aran - Bala Barns

Llandderfel, near Bala, North Wales
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Working farm
Enclosed garden / patio
Complex
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At a glance

  • Charming Welsh retreat in a lovely converted stone barn with breath-taking views over the valley down to the river and lake
  • Set in a 220-acre family farm near Bala, perfect for a couple or solo traveller and their dog to relax  and take an active break in Snowdonia National Park
  • Enjoy boating, fishing, golf, cycling, walking, steam railway and many attractions within a 5-mile radius
Property code: OC-89368

The cottage is set within a large farm, just outside Bala on the edge of Snowdonia National Park. The romantic retreat sleeps two guests and one pup and is the perfect place to switch off and recharge. Enjoy long walks from your front door, or venture further afield to explore the mountain ranges around Bala (3.5 miles) and the beautiful waterside walks at Wales’s largest natural lake. There are also some excellent pup-friendly attractions nearby, including Bala Lake Railway (8.5 miles).

The stone country cottage has a home-away-from-home vibe, with cosy soft furnishings and subtle lighting. Spend quality time together in the lounge/kitchen/diner, where you can share meals at the table for two, followed by a movie night in front of the Smart TV. The cottage has hard floors throughout, making it nice and easy to deal with the odd muddy pawprint. Upstairs, you’ll find an inviting double bedroom and a stylish bathroom. The enclosed patio enjoys far-reaching views and is a beautiful spot for Fido to take an afternoon siesta and you to dine alfresco. You and the hound are also welcome to explore the footpaths on the farm surrounding the property.

Bala is a friendly market town, bursting with Welsh culture and heritage. The town has welcomed walkers and their canine sidekicks for generations, and many of the local eateries happily allow four-pawed diners. The landscape surrounding the town is spectacular, with the mountain ranges of Aran, Arenig, and Berwyn all within 20 miles. These ranges are often quieter than those in the north of the national park, allowing you to escape the crowds and appreciate the region’s peace and tranquillity. There are some fabulous walks around Bala Lake (3.5 miles), offering fantastic views, and from here, you can also hop on the dog-friendly steam train to visit Llanuwchllyn.

  • 1 bedroom – double
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher
  • Shared laundry room with washing machine
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • 220-acre farm with footpaths, enclosed paved patio garden with furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop 3 miles, pub 2 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Hayley Hammersley

This property is personally managed by Hayley.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Deborah 11th June 2026

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Great cottage with a lovely view. Larger than in the pictures and very peaceful when we were there.

Reviewed by John 8th June 2026

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Brilliant place to stay on a hillside not far from Bala and ideally situated for visiting attractions in North and Mid Wales. Glorious views from the cottages and a friendly welcome from the owner when I arrived for my (second) annual visit and I plan to return again.

Reviewed by Michael 16th May 2026

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This cottage is ideal for the peace and quite. everything you want , comfortable sofa and bed, views down the valley and a short walk up the farm track and you could see the lake.. Hope to go back next year.

Reviewed by Kate 14th April 2026

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Cottage had everything we needed, location is very remote but that is what we looked for and why we chose it. A nice warm welcome from Sue and a nice touch with the milk/ tea/ coffee etc on our arrival. Very clean and very peaceful, we loved our see stay .

Reviewed by Maggie 7th April 2026

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Beautiful very clean cottage

Reviewed by Chris 2nd January 2026

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Probably the most peaceful and beautiful location for a get away. The heavy snow didnt dampen our spirits but gave us lots of photo opportunities The cottage had everything needed to make this a comfortable break. Sue and her husband were brilliant hosts. The local Bryniron Hotel a short drive away. It was very welcoming to us and our dog. Food wasRead more excellent with a lot of locally sourced ingredients. We stayed in Aran cottage being part of a converted farm building but Im sure all are OK Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 24th December 2025

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Lovely family run farm and cottages. Very well equipped cottages with everything we needed and more. Little Christmas hamper was a lovely touch. The scenery was fantastic.

Reviewed by Gerald 26th September 2025

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Spotlessly clean, well equipped, comfortable cottage with dedicated parking. Quiet location with stunning views. We hope to return soon for another relaxed week amid outstanding scenery.

Reviewed by Linda 19th September 2025

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Lovely place to stay. Home from home. Sue was very welcoming and approachable. Views were awesome and so peaceful. Individual gated patio areas to each property were an added bonus. Perfect base for visiting Snowdonia itself and beyond. We will definitely recommend and stay again in the near future.

Reviewed by David 12th September 2025

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We had a lovely stay in your well equipped cottage , very cosy and warm great position for our stay

Reviewed by Jonathan 29th August 2025

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Reviewed by Vanessa 22nd August 2025

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Lovely accommodation in a beautiful part of the world. Hosts were very friendly & helpful. Great walks on the doorstep & amazing views.

Reviewed by John 20th June 2025

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A wonderful modern, bright barn conversion set within glorious Welsh countryside with walks from the door. Everything in the cottage was new, clean, and worked well and I really felt at home. The owner, Sue, was on hand to welcome my arrival and was nearby if needed and the location is quiet and peaceful. Bala Barns is situated around three miles fRead morerom Bala town and a short walk to a local pub and only 45 minutes from The Ffestiniog Railway at Porthmadog. Will definitely be returning. Hide

Reviewed by Bernard 16th May 2025

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Cottage clean and some walks on site. Owner friendly and a quiet location. Handy for day trips out but locally very few facilities as the nearest pub is a drive away unless you walk on the road.

Reviewed by Frances 24th September 2024

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A wonderful hideaway in a beautiful part of Wales. Good for bikers and walkers, but also a good spot from which to explore the north west of Wales by car. Our chalet was very well equipped, modern and very clean. The chalets are all well soundproofed between each other: there are 7 chalets at this site. Our particular chalet would not be suitable fRead moreor a wheelchair). We were left to our own devices, but had a very friendly welcome from the owner. Easy to get to Bala for provisions/meals Hide

Reviewed by Claire 13th September 2024

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The cottage was well equipped with everything we needed very comfortable, the owners were very welcoming. The setting of the cottage was beautiful surrounded by hills and overlooking Bala lake.

Reviewed by Marie 9th September 2024

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We had the most relaxing 4 nights in this beautiful setting . Hosts, cottage facilities and all round 10 out of 10 can't wait to return.

Reviewed by Richard 16th August 2024

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Bright and pleasant place to stay. Convenient for local walks and for watersports on lake Bala. Be aware that this area is less touristy than snowdonia, which makes it less busy but also the waymarked walks can be overgrown. Avoid the tiny lanes.

Reviewed by Tracey 11th August 2024

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The accommodation was spotlessly clean, really well equipped and very comfortable. Perfect as a base to explore the local area. Great value too! The outdoor space was a bit of a disappointment in that it is small, not private and overlooks the car park but that was the only negative.

Reviewed by Katie 2nd August 2024

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We have just had a fantastic few days at Sue's place. There are a few adjoining barns that are all rented out with plenty of parking and fantastic views. We took our two dogs and most of the neighbours had dogs too. There are walks on the farm and plenty more in the surrounding countryside. Bala village / lake is a 5/7 minute drive. There are lots Read moreof places to eat in the village, but we liked Plas Yn Dre. The cottage itself was well equipped and Sue was lovely. Hide

Reviewed by Stephanie 28th July 2024

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Beautiful cottage, views and hosts!

Reviewed by Andrew 28th June 2024

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Great place great view. Would recommend it.

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