5 Llwyn View, Dolgellau

Gwynedd. Sleeps up to 4

Dolgellau – pretty market town with much to offerThis pretty market town is set beneath the awe inspiring backdrop of Cader Idris, one of Wales’ most popular peaks for walkers and hikers. The warm and friendly community here welcomes visitors year round. There are plenty of excellent places to eat and some friendly local pubs to enjoy a beer. On the lovely Mawddach Estuary is the George 111 the a wooden bridge crosses the estuary here. Enjoy a drink on the balcony and soak up the stunning views. Dylanwad is a unique cafe/bar and wine shop by day and bistro by night. Penmaen Uchaf country house hotel is also nearby. Dine in beautiful surroundings and wonder the breathtaking grounds. Plenty of fantastic Walks nearbyThere are many fantastic walks to enjoy from your doorstep as you explore this beautiful corner of Wales. Wonder in fairy tale woodlands at Torrent Walk - deep glades, lichen covered trees and tumbling streams. Precipice Walk as the name suggests is on a hillside just north of Dolgellau from here enjoy sublime views down the magnificent Mawddach Estuary. This fiord like estuary must be one of the most beautiful spots in Britain. Mawddach Trail skirts the Mawddach estuary. This is a great walk for gentle walking and cycling path along the former railway track. The 9 mile walk/cycle ride to Barmouth skirts woodlands and an RSPB Nature reserve. Look out for buzzards, woodpeckers and Peregrine Falcons. You can hire bikes from Dolgellau Cycles – located just 200 metres from the start of the Mawddach Trail. There is a whole range of bikes for all the family as well as cycle helmets. Beaches – just 8 miles awayJust 8 miles away is the Blug Flag beach at Barmouth – a 10 mile long stretch of sandy beach all the way up to Harlech. Barmouth is a popular resort with a pretty harbour and an interesting Lifeboat museum. Alternatively Fairbourne beach is only 6 mile south of Dolgellau - a pebble beach with fine views of the Peninsula and Snowdonia. Enjoy a day out in Aberdovey a pleasant drive away - this is a proper sea side town, great atmosphere and a long lovely beach. Osprey Project at RSPB Ynys-hir Visit the fascinating Osprey Project between April and late August and see live footage of breeding ospreys on their nest. The magnificent birds catch fish and spend a lot of time on the banks of the river Dyfi. King Arthur's Labyrinth A fun day out for the family that children will love is King Arthur’s Labyrinth. This is an underground river adventure that goes deep into caves, telling the Arthurian legend - spooky and fun!Coed y Brenin National Mountain Biking CentreLots to offer visitors of all ages and abilities. Located just 5 miles north of Dolgellau there is everything from children's play area to world class mountain bike trails. The Forest Café serves a wide range of home made food and drinks, from tea and cakes, to very locally sourced venison burgers – the deer live in the forest around the centre. Fairbourne Railway,Talyllyn Railway and othersPay once and ride all day on this 1895 railway from Fairbourne to Barmouth. The Talyllyn Railway is an historic narrow gauge steam railway at Tywyn - magnificent scenery. Three more Great Little Railways to explore at Porthmadog. A sixth would be the Snowdon railway at Llanberis. HarlechA small pleasant town dominated by the magnificent Norman castle with distinctive small shops, courtyard antiques, good restaurants and cafes (try the award winning scones at Freya's), also the Royal St Davids' Golf Course, one of the finest links courses in Wales. 5 Llwyn View, DolgellauExcellent holiday apartment in Dolgellau in the heart of peaceful and unspoilt Snowdonia National Park - no wonder one of our most famous politicians comes here to relax!Days away... Less than an hour's drive will take you to the university and coastal town of Aberystwyth and home to the National Library of Wales on the Cardigan Bay coast.. This vibrant town has a huge selection of interesting independent shops, restaurants, cafes, bars, cliff railway, promenade, pier and a lively Arts Centre. Chic apartment for year round holidays in Dolgellau, the Gateway to Southern Snowdonia.

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