Llety'r Bugail | Holiday Rental in Snowdonia, Gwynedd

Holiday home
This lovely detached stone built property offers quality, spacious accommodation and has been well-equipped and decorated throughout. Set under two miles from the foot of the spectacular Cader Idris mountain range, this lovely holiday home is ideally placed for those looking to enjoy a relaxing holiday in stunning surroundings. Well appointed and decorated to an exceptionally high standard inside, this ground floor property also benefits from a number of outdoor spaces including a pretty garden, a large front balcony - ideal for dining alfresco and enjoying the wonderful mountain views - and an additional seven acres of fields. With the town centre only a ten minute walk away, this property is well-situated for the shops, pubs and restaurants on offer in Dolgellau, as well as being positioned for easy access to the region's many other activities and amenities.

Accomodation Details
All ground floor. Three bedrooms with mountain views: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC. Kitchen with breakfast bar and dining area. Shared utility (in basement of building). Sitting room with electric log-effect stove and doors to balcony with spectacular mountain views. Note: This single-storey property can be accessed via 5 steps up to the front door, or via level access from a back entrance.

Area
Located in the heart of southern Snowdonia, the small market town of Dolgellau is set between the imposing Cader Idris mountain range and the sea. This is an ideal holiday spot, combining the outdoor pursuits on offer in the Snowdonia NationalPark with the nearby sandy beaches at Barmouth, Fairbourne and Aberdovey. With a wide selection of shops, pubs and places to eat, Dolgellau itself is well placed for visitors looking to enjoy the other nearby coastal resorts and the excellent restaurants on offer there. Set amidst superb scenery, mountains, forests, waterfalls, castles and beaches, this wonderful town is ideal for people looking to enjoy rambling, climbing and cycling.

Region
Famous for its choirs, stunning mountain ranges and beautiful valleys, this wonderful country has something for everyone. From Snowdonia in North Wales to the Brecon Beacons and the Pembrokeshire Coast in the South.

Amenities
Oil central heating with electric stove. Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, shared washing machine (in utility), dishwasher, TV with FreeSat+, DVD, PlayStation 2 with games, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair by arrangement. Off road parking for 4 cars. Shared indoor bike storage/outdoor clothes room with sink. Large lawned garden and balcony with furniture, BBQ and mountain views. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Dolgellau's amenities 10 min downhill walk. Mount Cader Idris 1.5 miles. Note: Uncovered water feature in front courtyard, children need supervision. Note: Grounds are shared with attached ground floor apartment. Note: This single-storey property can be accessed via 5 steps up to the front door, or via level access from a back entrance.

Mr Meek

April 2019

A wonderful place to stay.. Superb "welcome" pack. Fabulous mountain views....Incredibly well equipped. Really didn't want to leave!

Mrs Tomlinson

March 2019

Wonderful cottage & location.. Best we’ve ever stayed in, already booked it again for next year.

Mr Ljungberg Larsson

October 2018

Lovely spacious cottage in a great location.. We enjoyed the walks in the surroundings and in Snowdon.

Mrs Davies

What a wonderful place, set in a beautiful location.. Every little thing has been thought of and provided. Very much a home from home. Lovely welcome gifts greeted us on our arrival! The only tiny criticism that I have is that now that the weather is turning colder, some of the radiators could do with bleeding. We will definitely look to return in the future.

Mr Hitchcox

September 2018

The cottage was extremely comfortable and well furnished.. The location is ideal for travelling around Snowdonia.

Miss Astle

We've been to this property before.. The only downside is the hill up to it. You need to be fit if you're going to walk but with a car it's no trouble. If you have fine weather (we didn't) there is a lovely terrace on which you can sit and have a drink and enjoy the view of Cadair Idris.

Ms Long

The cottage was more than well equipped, a real home from home, with a welcoming gift of a bottle wine and delicious home made cakes, just right to go with the tea or coffee, already there.. An idyllic and very relaxing place, the mountain views and ever changing skyline line was incredible and fascinating to watch. Not far away is Barmouth by the sea which is worth a visit, Down in the little town everyone was so friendly, I loved everything about Dolgellau and would certainly go again.

Mr galloway

August 2018

An extremely well-equipped cottage in a very conveniently placed location for shops and walks.. The cake, bottle of wine and carton of milk on arrival were a thoughtful touch and greatly appreciated. Plenty of room for parking. Set in a quiet position, not overlooked and with a lovely view of Cadair Idris. Nice patio for relaxing and eating outside. Thoroughly recommended.

Mr Hext

July 2018

Happy with the service, everything as described.. I've not scored you as a '10' and 'Exceeded Expectations' largely because of the amount of marketing spam you generate. Although it's easy to filter out, it then takes a bit of attention to find the emails you DO need to read (eg how to find the keys to the property). In respect of the cottage itself, I could not praise it highly enough. It was brilliant: spotlessly clean, well maintained, well equipped and well located. The owners left us a welcome package, which was much appreciated. Would seriously consider rebooking the same place.

Miss Walker

April 2018

We would highly recommend this cottage

Mrs Durnin

October 2017

A really lovely cottage.. Very spacious and really well equipped. Great location. We would definitely go back.

Dr Hynes

May 2017

Extremely well equipped cottage, spacious, comfortable and a convenient location.. Great views from the terrace.

Mr Wyithe

April 2017

Very well appointed and spacious cottage complete with welcome pack, always a nice touch.. High standard of furnishing. Good location for the town and the many walks and activities in the area. Would definitely recommend this cottage.

Neil P

October 2016

As with the previous reviews, this accommodation and the hosts were great. From the quality of the accommodation, its cleanliness and the chocolate cake on arrival. A real home from home, we found nothing wanting when preparing diner, from bottle open to carving knife. We were a group of two couples and the location is ideal for many of the sites and places to visit in North Wales. For leisurely cycling we popped into town, (10 mins downhill walk), and hired bikes for a 9 miles cycle out to Barmouth on the flat Estuary trail. For diner we again walked down hill to town but you might want to think twice about the second helping of dessert before the up hill walk back.

Mr Meachin

July 2016

We wouldn't hesitate to recommend this cottage, it is beautifully and tastefully furnished and spotlessly clean. The kitchen is large and very well-equipped. There are spectacular mountain views from the lounge, bedrooms and patio.

Mr Purvis

The cottage was wonderful! The standard of cleanliness was very high and they obviously take time to ensure the property is prepared properly for guests arriving for their holiday. I would not hesitate to recommend this property to any of my friends or family.

KP22051

Stayed at this house for a week with 2 friends on a fishing trip. Great start being welcomed with a greeting card and some lovely cakes ! The accommodation was just as described and spotlessly clean and tidy, all the equipment worked a treat and the beds were all very comfortable. One double bedroom has a good en-suite and the other two bedrooms can share the larger bathroom. We didn't enjoy the best of weather on our trip and we were soaked on all but one day...thankfully there was a good utility room downstairs which was entirely suitable for drying our gear ready for the next day. Always a good sign when my friends intend to go back with their wives !

Mrs Richardson

June 2016

The views from cottage were amazing sitting on the balcony in the sun was lovely. We found the cottage to be very roomy and comfortable.

Mrs Thorne

May 2016

The fantastic views from the cottage were a delight. We felt welcome and at home straight away. The cottage is situated in a great area with fantastic scenery all around. We cannot wait to come back.

Mr Atkins

The cottage was of a very high standard with tasteful décor and furnishings and everything provided for. We especially appreciated the books of local walks. The area was delightful with beautiful scenery, excellent walking, two good restaurants and a good pub.

Mrs Duranton

March 2016

Beautiful cottage in lovely surroundings. There is everything you need and more in the cottage. The beds were excellent as was the cleanliness of the cottage. We could find no fault with it!

Mrs Rathbone

October 2015

Everything was first class and in perfect order - could not have been better. Should definitely be 5 star.

Mrs Goodin

September 2015

We have stayed in many properties over the years but this was one of the best, would definitely recommend to friends. An excellent property with everything you need, especially the kitchen which was very well equipped.

Mrs Moreton

July 2015

An extremely clean, well equipped Cottage and a wonderful welcome. This Cottage is set in an amazing location with fantastic views.

Mr Stevens

June 2015

This was our 2nd visit to this lovely cottage. The cottage is well stocked with everything required; crockery, cutlery, plus information leaflets to help plan your days out in this lovely part of the country. This is the best holiday cottage we have visited in 15 years, hence why we returned, and is a credit to the owners, to whom we say thanks again for a brilliant week.

Mr Travers

April 2015

Our holiday was excellent, it is a perfect holiday home in a stunning location.

Mr Gwilliam

We would strongly recommend staying here. The house feels like home, immaculate, spacious, lots of utensils for cooking, TV, games, books, lots of local guides and suggestions, incredible views of Cader Idris mountain. Upon arrival there was a beer, bottle of wine, milk, tea, coffee, Welsh cakes and a cake for us. Excellent location - close to the Eurospar which has a really good selection of ingredients for cooking. Close to the centre of Dolgellau so you can easily walk into town for a night out. The local area is full of things to do from bike riding, hiking, good restaurants, castles, waterfalls, gold mines and much more.

Mr Halstead

October 2014

Plenty of information: brochures, maps, eating recommendations provided. Access to the property was fine for us - but would be difficult for a disabled person.

Mrs East

Fantastic property, ideally situated for exploring this beautiful area.

Mr Ellery

September 2014

One of the best properties we have stayed at, it felt like home and we felt sad leaving such a lovely house. The property was excellent and cannot be faulted and the welcome pack left for us was very much appreciated. The owners have done a lovely job with the house, would go back soon.

Fioole

August 2014

We really loved our stay in Dolgellau. The property was excellent, it felt really homely and the scenery is outstanding. We will definitely return one day to this house.

Mr Morley

July 2014

A lovely house with excellent facilities. Very good patio. Good room for vehicles. Very nice welcoming, altogether, first rate!

June 2014

Excellent accommodation - a home from home. Wanted for nothing - everything there. Would definitely recommend. Ideal area for exploring Snowdonia.

Dirken

May 2014

The house was really great. Clean and spacious. From here you can explore the area properly.

Mrs Ashurst

The holiday was perfect from start to finish, it was our second time visiting the property and no doubt it wont be the last. Perfect.

Miss Styles

September 2013

It was a great cottage. A home away from home. It has had everything we needed. Great location. Would definitely stay here again.

Mr Bratley

August 2013

An excellent property and location. If we were the sort of people to return to the same place in future years, this would be it.

Mrs Calvert

July 2013

We have just returned from our fourth holiday at this property and we weren't disappointed. The welcome was as warm as ever and everything was perfect. We hope to return again in the not too distant future.

JavaMo

We visited the cottage as two elderly couples and were very pleased with the spacious rooms. We also were very happy with the two bathrooms, one for each couple. The ladies were very excited about the well equiped kitchen and all the accessoires in it. They like to cook and bake all kind of stuff and they have done their very best. The town centre is a few minutes away by car, but you also can walk to the centre; it is about 15 - 20 minutes. The return from the town centre is a bit harder as you must walk up along a hill, but for those who like to walk it is very well to do, especially if you did have your diner in town and you had a few drinks or glases of wine accompanying your meal. If it is a bit sunny, the terrace invites you to sit down and enjoy the surroundings with a nice drink at hand and a very well view at Cader Idris. An excellent place for exploring the North-West area of Wales.

Van Mourik

May 2013

The house is fitted with all the necessary equipment to make your life easy. Nice terrace to sit in front of the building with good views on Cader Idris.

retford

Fabulous accommodation with quality furniture and bedding etc. Very comfortable beds. Excellent showers - hot and powerful ! Everything you could possibly need was provided. Lovely welcome pack from the owners Mr & Mrs Lewis, with sponge cake and Welsh cakes to go with a cuppa after a long journey. There were also fresh flowers which were a lovely touch. The one disappointment was that we booked this particular accommodation because the Sykes website said that access was "via 5 steps to the front door, or level access at the back". Unfortunately this wasn't the case, as you can't drive your car all the way up the quite steep slope to the back door access as it is too narrow. You have to park the car in front of the property at the bottom of the slope. You then have to walk up the slope which is at least as steep as a flight of stairs to even reach the steps which lead to the front entrance. This meant that my parents, in their late 80's with mobility problems, had to struggle up and down the steep (especially to them) slope and climb up the five steps to the front door. As there is no hand rail, we had to assist them every time. What a pity that the slope can't be widened to let the car go all the way to the top level (back door). If we had brought the wheelchair with us, it would have been almost impossible to use. I can't help thinking this issue could easily be solved and would be a Godsend to any others who book this property thinking it was suitable for wobbly elderly or disabled relatives !

Mrs Lawson

April 2013

Lovely cakes and rose wine waiting at cottage. Great views and close proximity to town centre.

Dafydd Manton

December 2012

Llety'r Bugail is a fantastic property set right on the uplands above Dolgellau, with fabulous views over Cadair Idris and the mountain ranges. It was beautifully clean, well equipped and, more than anything else, dry! The North Welsh weather let us down for the first time ever, but since this was about our 40th trip, it is hardly indicative of what one can normally expect. The area was beautifully quiet, with few but very friendly neighbours, and there was enough wildlife to keep the most ardent of naturalists quiet for a goodly while. As a result of little or no light pollution, particularly late at night, the night skies were absolutely outstanding, and the provision of patio furniture enhanced the experience. There are plenty of shops nearby to assuage the hunger of all but the greediest of tourists, and the cottage is a great centre for exploring all of Gwynedd and beyond. We had a superb week, and greatly enjoyed what was provided. As an added bonus, the blackberry bushes were in full fruit, so the resultant pies/crumbles were a joy to behold, and something that the supermarket didn't supply. (Mind you, they did provide the custard!) All round, an excellent place to get away from the lunatic world we all live in, and recharge the addled brain.

Ray Parsons

Lovely Cottage on the edge of Dolgellau. Cottage well looked after and extremely well maintained - one of the best we've ever stayed in. All mod cons in a great setting with mountains right on the doorstep. Lots of places to visit locally and plently to do for families. Welcome tray on arrival had excellent cake!

Ms Severne

October 2012

Very spacious, modern, well maintained, well equipped, immaculately clean property with great bathrooms. The outdoor key safe a great idea for allowing people to go out and come back at different times.

sevvy7

Just spent a week at the property with two friends. From the moment we arrived we loved it and couldn't fault anything. It is a modern extremely spacious property and as three friends on a walking holiday it was great to have a bedroom each with plenty of space for all our gear. The two bathrooms, one being ensuite was also a big bonus. It has a lovely large kitchen diner with everything you could want to cater for yourself. The house was spotless clean and all the furnishing are in a good state of repair. Lovely to be greeted after a long journey with a freshly made Victoria Sponge cake, Welsh cakes, tea, milk, fresh flowers and a bottle of wine for later! The property has great views from the front balcony of the surrounding mountains and seems to catch the sun most of the day. The property is about half a mile from town so it is close enough to walk for most people but it is uphill on the way back, although this seemed worse in the car than when we actually walked it! The outdoor key safe which is a great idea as it meant we didn't have to all go out together or worry about who had the key as we knew the first person home would always be able to get in. As well as the property we stayed in there is a one bedroomed twin apartment on the lower ground floor with an interconnecting internal stairway, renting the two together would be ideal for a larger group of friends or multi generation family. Llety’r Bugail is one of the best holiday properties I have every stayed in and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.

Mr Parsons

September 2012

Excellent property, well maintained. Nice welcome pack.

Mrs Manton

Fabulously appointed house with incredible views. The house was amazingly well equipped, and we couldn't have wanted for anything. To be welcomed by a home-made sponge cake made us feel very welcome. Why this house isn't Five Star is beyond me.

Guest

We rented both properties for a family and friends holiday. They were both very well appointed and extremely clean. The view from the balcony and the quiet location more than made up for the long uphill walk after eating out (actually I'm lying, because one of my sons and I drove and didn't drink. The internal stairway was unlocked for us, making it easy to move between properties. The outside area under the balcony was ideal for tinkering with bikes, even in rainy weather. Talking of which, the only criticism was the lack of a tumble drier.

Mr Kirby

August 2012

A very well equiped and comfortable property. The welcoming flowers, wine and cake were much appreciated. We also liked the fact that shower gel, washing up liquid etc were provided.

Mrs Raffe

July 2012

The house was wonderful with large, clean rooms and great views. The covered area under the balcony and the workshop were ideal on rainy days for sorting out wet clothes and tinkering with bikes etc. This is a great place for outdoor activities and I would definitely recommend it.

Mr Dickerson

October 2011

The welcome cake, flowers and wine were a nice touch and set our holiday off on the right note. The cottage was very well appointed and together with its easy access to Dolgellau and the surrounding areas it makes it hard to beat.

Sam S

September 2011

The welcome upon arrival was fantastic. We had homemade cake, fresh cut flowers, wine and welsh cakes waiting for us when we stepped through the door. The accommodation was excellent a real 5 star stay. The whole place was very clean and thoughtfully furnished and the kitchen stocked everything to could ever need. A real home from home and a great base to explore the fantastic Snowdonia area.

Light and very spacious, well-appointed accommodation. Welcoming tray with home-made cake on arrival. We especially liked the pleasant balcony with table and seating accessed through the patio doors. There were only two of us, but the property is well-equipped for six.

Mrs Marsay

August 2011

Everything was great, we loved the views. There was lots of space in this property, it was very comfortable and we would recommend it to anyone.

Mrs Mcnally

The Welcome Pack was very special with a home made sponge as well as Welsh Cakes and a bottle of wine. Weather surprisingly good. Great area for walks.

A very well appointed property. with plenty of space in every room. everthing that you require whilst on holiday was supplied. An excellent property to stay in at all times

Mr Bellamy

July 2011

Good views of the mountain range Cader Idris from the balcony and very handy for the local golf course. We were given a warm welcome from the owners with a bottle of wine and some lovely home made cakes. All the rooms are on one level so ideal for the not so mobile.

June 2011

We were made to feel very welcome on arrival. The welcome pack was a lovely surprise. The house sits in a quiet location with wonderful views and is in close proximity to necessary amenities and many tourist attractions. Everything about the accommodation is ideal for a comfortable, restful stay.

Mr Marriott

Good location to allow plenty of sightseeing and once back you were able to relax in private.

Fairbrother

The accommodation is fantastic and in a great location.

Mrs Pulford

April 2011

The owner was there to welcome us with home-made tea and cakes. The cottage was 5 star, providing spacious high quality accommodation. It would be a pleasure to recommend this superb property.

Mrs Hammond Ward

November 2010

Very well equipped - one of the best we've stayed in. Well insulated and warm.

We ahd a lovely week here and will be comong back!The rooms are beautifully furnished and every last detail has been thought of.

Mr Kirkham

October 2010

The quality and position of the property was wonderful. Finished to a very high standard and very comfortable.

Mr Pryke

The cottage was excellent - they had thought of everything with a welcoming cake and welsh cakes, with milk, tea and coffee, and a lovely vase of flowers so welcoming! It had a lovely homely feel about it and the furnishings were so comfy, such a relief after a hard days walking. A lovely area with fantastic walks.

Ms Brownnutt

September 2010

Wonderful scenery all round - patio enjoyed especially stunning views. I would recommend Sunday lunch at 'Bwyty Mawddach', Llanelltyd.

Mr Gallon

Good area which I knew but the house and the welcome were excellent. An ideal property for our group of granddad and grandma, son and daughter in law and two young grandsons.

Mrs Dring

August 2010

Fantastic location with views over Cadir Idris mountain range. Peaceful location but easy reach of amenities. Clean and well looked after cottage; one of the best we have stayed at.

Mrs Beer

June 2010

Felt cottage was very good value for money, location views The amount of space was fantastic, welcome cake, as well as having a cot and high chair provided. Having lambs in the field off the drive.

Mr Otter

The design of the cottage was superb and it's location second to none in terms of outlook, wonderful.

Mr Clarke

March 2010

Enjoyed our stay at Lletr'y Bugail, very comfortable. Good views of hills, Cader Idris looked good with snow on top. Would visit again.

Fiddler

December 2009

This cottage more than lived up to the brochure description. It is one of the very best cottages we have stayed in. All the equipment was perfect, including two superb bathroom/shower rooms. We were four adults and two children with ages from 5 to 73 and really enjoyed our holiday. The welcome pack, including home mad cake, wine, etc made us feel instantly at home and we would recommend it highly.

Excellent friendly service from Sykes Cottages. The home was easy to find and we loved the views from the front balcony. Everything inside was clean and modern and the layout was good. Although a short distance from the centre of the village, it was near a supermarket and garage. It was ideally situated for a walking and cycling holiday with the lovely trail along the Mawddach estuary nearby and the Coed-y-Brenin Forest within easy reach. I cannot really think of anything I disliked about it!

Mrs Clark

November 2009

One of the very best cottages we have stayed in. The welcome pack of home made cake, wine etc. made us feel instantly at home. It was an excellent holiday home. It should have five stars.

Mrs Sherriff

September 2009

The cottage was absolutely wonderful - spacious, clean, well equipped, very comfortable. The owners have obviously taken trouble to ensure their guests are looked after. We would definitely recommend it to our friends and would visit again.

Miss Oakley

Llety'r Bugail was a lovely cottage in a lovely position. The weather for this part of Wales was good and it was nice to have the balcony to sit out on and gaze at Cader Idris.

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Llety'r Bugail in Snowdonia, Gwynedd