Romantic One Bedroom Barn Conversion Near Barmouth | Melin-Byrdir

Lovely cosy cottage in a beautiful setting close to coast and mountains. Once we got the hang of the hot-tub it was a great addition for relaxing, often with chickens for company! Needs lots of wood though to heat it up and keep it hot. Stairs are steep and not good if you have any sort of mobility issues. Be prepared to duck and crouch in the bedroom as it’s a reduced height ceiling but has the most beautiful view out to sea through the well-positioned west window. Lots of places to visit nearby and loads of walks. Had a very relaxing week away from it all.

Had a lovely stay – very peaceful and calm and well located for a visit to Snowdonia and Barmouth. Would absolutely stay again.

The cottage we stayed in was lovely, peaceful, homely and we would highly recommend it. The host was responsive when required for a simple query. The only thing I will mention is that the EV charger is shared between a few cottages and the host, and is not solely for the use of this cottage. It was in use by the host on 2 days, but then freed up quickly when queried.

A lovely homely cottage in the countryside that I would highly recommend.

Great little accommodation in a very peaceful setting, surrounded by animals.
The place was well equipped and comfortable for us. Good shop and pubs nearby.
The hot tub was worth the wait after a trip up Snowdon!
Overall one of the best weekend escapes we have had in a long time. Thank you!

We had a lovely stay in this cottage. It’s in a small, isolated complex of holiday cottages though we hardly saw or heard any other guests from the other properties. Plenty of walking options directly from the cottage itself including a lovely walk down to the nearest village where you can catch the train or bus to neighbouring villages (if the weather prevents a day at the spectacular beach). For cyclists, cycle route 8 can be easily accessed from the property. The cottage was very simply, but sympathetically furnished and had everything we needed with the view from the double windows a particularly attractive feature. A perfect place to read, relax, and unwind.

Beautiful please to stay, we really enjoyed our time that we were there. Lovely and clean inside with so damages to anything. If I were to come back I would remember to bring basic cooking things like oil, a sharp knife for cooking and some storage bits to take food out and about. Lovely little set of goodies on arrival which went down a treat and the hot tub was very straight forward but it does take about a bag per use to get it hot enough. So calm, so peaceful it’s the perfect place to get away as we came from the city and felt like we could breathe properly again.

I stayed at this cottage for the weekend and it was absolutely perfect. The location was ideal – peaceful, scenic, and exactly what I was looking for. The cottage itself was spotless, beautifully maintained, and had everything needed for a comfortable stay. From the cozy interior to the lovely surroundings, every detail made the experience thoroughly enjoyable. I would not hesitate to recommend this place and look forward to returning in the future.

My husband and I had a lovely week in this cosy cottage. The cottage is thoughtfully kitted out and the view to the sea from the terrace was wonderful. A perfect spot for coffee and cake after a day walking the hills! Well done on thinking of the EV charger too.

Great location, would go back in a heartbeat.

Lovely scenery, Quiet and peaceful surroundings. Additional animals coming to say hello. Helpful guide and instructions for the Hot Tub and kitchen equipment.

Lovely quiet location and well thought out accommodation. Hot tub was a bonus!
Beautiful location, but not straightforward to find.
Very quiet with lovely views.

We came for our 3rd anniversary. Beautiful stone barn conversion and we made alot of use of the kitchen and the hot tub. Loved that the cows come to see us over the fence every night. We had everything we needed.

Had a really nice stay here! Such a beautiful spot. Was extremely cosy and well equipped for two people. The location is very rural and peaceful with a long, single track windy road to get there. Ducks, sheep, cows and horses all around which was lovely. Lots of nice walks, we had a blast! The lemon drizzle cake and eggs were delicious 😋

Beautiful setting & cottage!

Well presented & clean.

It’s lovely to have the cows & sheep (behind fence), ducks & chickens come to visit.,

The hot tub is a labour of love. Sadly it was too high maintenance for us so we did not use it as much as we hoped we would.

A truly lovely and peaceful escape in rural Wales. The cottage was charming, cozy, and perfect for unwinding. We loved the quiet surroundings. Highly recommend for a tranquil break!

We had a lovely stay, great location and very relaxing. We enjoyed the visits from the ducks and chickens. The hot tub was perfect after a day walking but give yourself plenty of time to fill it up and get it up to temperature (make sure you have plenty of logs) Thanks again for a lovely stay.

Fantastic place to stay. Really quiet and peaceful! The hosts were wonderful and made everything really easy. They’d left us some lovely snacks and plenty of firewood for the hot tub. We couldn’t enjoy it because of the rain, but the beautiful views from inside the property more than made up for it. Would highly recommend

Lovely place, highly recommend

Me and my partner loved the cottage we stayed in. It was peaceful but yet close to things to do. The Welsh treats on arrival was a lovely touch and went down a treat after a long day of travelling. The cottage was easily accessible with perfect instructions on how to get there.

A welcoming place, makes you feel at home. The view is amazing…thank you xx

Lovely place to stay, beautiful views and very relaxing!

We absolutely loved our stay here! the cottage is even better than the photos and was completely spotless with everything you need. The location was a great base for exploring the national park and we never had to drive far. Our highlights were waking up to chickens and ducks outside our door in the mornings and watching the sunset from the woodfired hot tub, couldn’t recommend more!

Had a wonderful stay in the beautiful surroundings. It was a cold winter weekend and the cottage stayed warm and cosy with the gas fire. Bed was comfy and the cottage well equipped. Hosts were responsive and had left clear instructions. All in all a fabulous weekend stay.

The property is absolutely amazing, ideally located on a farm and the accommodation is surrounded by fields filled with white sheep. The accommodation is clean and practical. The outdoor wood-fired hot tub is a delightful addition to a relaxing stay. The property is easy to find and the owner was extremely friendly and provided useful information about the area and what to do. Highly recommended for a relaxing stay.

We had a great stay at Melin Byrdir over the festive period, a peaceful spot to relax in the Welsh countryside. The property was spotless and the hosts were very friendly, recommending local walks and helping us when we were a little lost! The hamper was a lovely touch and we very much enjoyed the hands on experience of the hot tub. Look forward to visiting again!

The cottage is set in absolutely beautiful surroundings and is very snug yet still spacious inside. The kitchen is well-equipped and the shower is lovely and warm! We loved waking up in the cosy bedroom with views out to the sea, but be aware the stairs are quite steep! The hot tub is completely private (apart from the visiting chickens) which made it very relaxing, even when it started to rain a bit. The location is quite remote but it’s not too far to Barmouth and there’s plenty of walks to do nearby. Perfect place to escape to!

This was our 2nd visit to to Melin-Byrdir and once again it did not disappoint. From start to finish our break away has been wonderful and stress free. The cottage itself is so cosy with lots of personal touches, and again on arrival there was a homemade lemon drizzle cake waiting for us which absolutely delicious.
The bed is so comfortable and the view out of the window is spectacular in any weather. We enjoyed visits from the chickens and the lovely little dog. The hot tub is amazing, we watched the sun go down then watched the night sky looking for shooting stars, and were lucky to see a few. We will be back again for a longer stay, 4 nights is not enough…..but then again we could of stayed forever. Thank you 😊

A great place to enjoy the Mid Wales coast and countryside. Very comfortable and so lovely and quiet. Eggs and lemon cake were appreciated. Even had friendly hens pecking at the door.

Great location in the Eyri National Park. Lots to do just a short drive away. Cottage was a great base after a long day of walking with the hot tub being a great place to relax in the evening. Would recommend.

We enjoyed a wonderful stay here. The cottage was well equipped, cosy and clean. The views are second to none and the hot tub area is very private and away from the view of other cottages. The lemon drizzle on arrival was a lovely touch! Would highly recommend this place if you’re looking for a quiet get away.

We had an absolutely amazing time. It felt like a home away from home and had everything we needed from a comfy bed to a warming gas fire. The barn is beautifully decorated and located in such picturesque surroundings (with chickens, ducks and sheep for neighbours), we had a hard time leaving at the end of our stay. The location was perfect for us and we enjoyed our evening meals at the pubs in Barmouth, which is only a short car ride away, and our day trips to Anglesey and Snowdonia. If you are thinking about visiting the area, you could not pick a better place to stay!

Perfect little birthday getaway at Melin-Byrdir this week. The cottage is not only a great base for travel all around North Wales, but also such a cosy place to spend time. Warm and welcoming with fresh eggs and delicious home-made lemon drizzle cake left for us. The bed is super comfy up in the loft with a great view to wake up to every morning from the window opposite. Peaceful and private location amongst the other cottages, with welcome visits from chickens, ducks and dogs, as well as a gorgeous view of surroundings appreciated best at sunset from the hot tub. First time trying to heat it we used a one bag of logs and admitted defeat at the 3 1/2 hour mark. Second evening took two bags and 3 hours of tlc to keep the fire roaring resulting in scalding water we had to let cool down! An arduous process but a great sense of achievement and an amazing 360 view of the stars that night. Thank you!

The cottage was clean, tidy and comfortable. When we arrived there was an enjoyable lemon drizzle cake waiting for us. The hot tub was a personal highlight of the trip. Staff were easily contacted and helpful. Definitely would stay again.

The Melin cottage was absolutely beautiful the views surrounding it were amazing and the serenity of it was just what we needed, very close to the beach and the small town of Barmouth which we very much enjoyed visiting the host was so friendly, and we loved seeing the animals around as well. The view from the bed was amazing and lovely to wake up to. I will advise you not to wear socks when going down the stairs as I did slip down them (no fault but my own) paha. , however, we will definitely be booking again in the future 🙂

Absolutely lovely! The cottage was cozy, clean and had everything we needed. We would definitely recommend this gem for a peaceful getaway.

My husband and I had a lovely stay at Melin-Byrdir. The location was really peaceful and we loved seeing all of the animals. The hot tub was really enjoyable, it did take a few hours to heat up but is a rewarding experience. The welcome pack of freshly laid eggs and lemon drizzle cake were a really lovely touch and delicious! The stairs are a challenge to use but this is clearly stated at booking so just to be aware if you have mobility issues. Thank you for a lovely stay x

Our third stay at Melin-Byrdir. Great views, peaceful and private. Lovely hosts.
Good base for the Rhinogs and beach. Harlech Castle up the coast, slate mines nearby for rainy day. Train service up and down the coast with station nearby.

Fantastic stay in the barn, the view from the bed & the hot tub are both incredible. We had a great weekend and will be returning. P.S The lemon drizzle cake was delicious!

Great place for a weekend away for two. The lemon cake was a lovely welcome and the place has everything needed for a few days.
Hot tub is a great addition, you get a feeling of accomplishment when the water gets up to temperature and you get to enjoy. Be warned it can take up to 3 hours to get to temp in winter using at least 2 bags of logs (you must keep it roaring).
Great location to see the stars – dark enough to see the full milky way from the hot tub one evening.

A fabulous cosy cottage in a lovely secluded setting with views to die for. Thanks for the lovely welcome too!

Absolutely beautiful cottage for a weekend get away. It had everything we needed, was incredibly homely and the views were stunning. Thank you for a wonderful stay!

A lovely stay at a gorgeous, characterful cottage. Had everything you needed, including a lovely welcome basket! Clean, comfortable and cosy in a peaceful location. The hot tub and garden were beautiful. Thank you for a great stay!

Another lovely break, so relaxing and peaceful everything you need, cottage has all mod cons,fantastic outside space we couldn’t recommend dioni enough many thanks to Louise for the welcome pack especially the lemon cake.
Thanks Joe and Michelle

Magical from moment we arrived,
Warm welcome amazing views,
accommodation just as in picture\’s
Well equipped all you need.
Hot tub took a bit of starting up but even this was fun !
Well worth the effort a must ever evening ❤️
The cows, chicken’s and dog were all my friends sad to leave them behind.
Would highly recommend, hope to return in future.
Thank you Louise & family,
Recharged, Sharon & Eddie xx

Delightful hideaway cottage for two in a tranquil, peaceful location with fantastic views of the hills. We enjoyed sitting on the sunny patio terrace in the evening watching the sunset and waiting for the hot tub to heat up. No need to use the car if you like walking and cycling. Nearby Barmouth and Harlech towns not far by car. Wonderful walk along beach to Barmouth and return train back to Dyffryn. Would recommend taking good food supplies if you wish to avoid too many trips to the village shop down a one mile steep hill return!

We had a lovely couple of days stay, the cottage was beautiful and spotlessly clean, well equipped and comfortable, stunning views in every direction, very peaceful and relaxing. Only a few minutes drive to Llambedr where there’s two very good pubs. Highly recommend, please do take note of what it says about the alternating staircase a bit of a challenge ! 10/10

Had a wonderful week. Cottage cosy and very clean. Bed comfortable and loved looking out of the window to the sea. Garden absolutely great so private and peaceful. Enjoyed the spectacular scenery nearby. The location of the cottage was perfect and we hope to go again.

One word. Stunning. Beautiful cottage, great views, so peaceful, great location to get to other lovely parts of Wales too, very tight to get there but when you’ve Been in and out a few times it doesn’t bother you. Defo going back. 👌

Just perfect…

Fabulous little property. Could not have been any cleaner. Everything we needed. Thank you for the welcome box. The cake was beautiful. We hope to come again when the sun shines a bit more.

Absolutely brilliant.Great location.Spotlessly clean . Honestly have nothing bad to say and the highlight was watching the sunset from the hot tub and of course the little visits from the doggies and the chickens. Loved it . Didn’t want to leave ..

Long weekend break. Perfect location, perfect cottage pure bliss. Louise very kindly decorated the gorgeous property prior to arrival for a lovely birthday surprise. Communication was great, nothing was too much trouble and the lemon cake and bottle of bubbly was the icing on the cake. 10/10

What an incredible place to stay, has everything you’d need to enjoy a relaxed weekend away, very well equipped facilities, would recommend to anyone. The Hot tub is a must if you stay there! Quality.

Amazing place with amazing views of the beautiful countryside we had a small issue but Louise dealt with it immediately and ensured we had a amazing time.
This is a truly a magical place and we will surely visit again hopefully when the weather improves a little bit but if you want a beautiful cottage getaway this is the place for you and my wife loves the lemon drizzle cake Louise personally makes.

Beautiful location with views to the sea and Llŷn Peninsula. Very comfortable cottage/barn with private outside area and very peaceful. Well laid out with none of the clutter you sometimes get in other places. Lovely to relax in the hot tub at the end of the day. Ideal base for exploring the southern end of the Snowdonia National Park. Very helpful and friendly hosts (not forgetting the dogs, chickens and cat who all came to visit). We will be going back!

We have stayed in Stabal Byrdir on a few occasions but this was our first time in Melin Byrdir, and we were very happy with the accommodation. The large window in the dining area gave us some spectacular views, and we loved the quirkiness of the place. It also provided a great base for some lovely scenic walks. Thank you for the eggs and lemon drizzle cake – delicious as ever. Of course, our short break here will be forever etched in our memories, as it was during our stay, on Thursday 8th September 2022, that our great Queen passed away. We will certainly be looking to come back in the near future.

Myself and my partner Emma-Jayne stayed here for 6th time I think now. We absolutely love it here. The views the peace the whole experience is just beautiful.

Louise makes what is probably the best lemon drizzle cake we have ever tasted aswell.

The only visitors you get are the chickens. And sheep dog.

Melon Byrdir itself is amazing and well looked after very homely.

Highly recommend this place 1100%

Superb cottage, in an incredible setting with a fantastic outside space words don’t do it justice, many thanks to Louise look forward to our next visit
Joe and Michelle

Superb cottage, in an incredible setting with a fantastic outside space words don’t do it justice, many thanks to Louise look forward to our next visit
Joe and Michelle

We had a Fantastic time at Melin-Byrdir and this was our second visit , great views and we made full use of the hot tub. Louise and Gwion are always helpful and friendly and we love staying at this property , we have been lucky enough to have great weather on both our visits and the walks around the property are stunning . Also a great base for visiting Barmouth and Talybont

We had the most wonderful 5 night stay at Melin Byrdir. So peaceful with truly magical views and lovely homely accommodation. We were able to truly unwind and were sad to leave. Thank you.

Me and my Partner absolutely loved staying in Melin-Byrdir cottage. Everything was so clean, the cottage was in an amazing location with view of fields and farm animals, such a private location. The lemon drizzle cake left for us was nothing short of amazing! All people on site so friendly and helpful. Spotless and just an all round amazing trip. We miss it already and will definitely be returning!

We have just returned from a 4 night stay at Melin Byrdir. What a wonderful cottage so cosy and clean with a south facing garden with amazing views.
We were lucky to get some really good weather so took advantage of the garden and the Hot tub, bliss after plenty of walks along the beech and sightseeing.
It was a great place to return back after busy days out.
The location is just amazing and never tire of the view, so quiet with the sounds of wildlife… we cannot recommend this place enough.
Like everyone the Lemon Drizzle cake was amazing!
Oh and the two lovely farm dogs, Jack Russel type dog and and elderly Sheepdog. Wont be everyones cup of tea but we loved them visiting for their daily treats!
If you are thinking of visiting North Wales we highly recommend staying here.
Thank you Louise, family and dogs for a wonderful stay!

Great cottage, cosy, lovely garden, lots of visits from ducks, dogs, chickens. Wood fired hot tub was amazing. Takes a while to get going but worth it. Great walks from the cottage with no need to drive, check out ONS map.

What can I say, it was an amazing special place with beautiful views
from a fantastic barn with everything we needed for our stay. Cannot recommend
enough and looking forward to coming back.

My partner and I stayed here 10th – 14th March 2022 and we cannot recommend highly enough. Cottage was spotless, cosy and had everything we needed, the hot tub was an fantastic extra that we enjoyed every evening! Really beautiful scenery and such a tranquil place for a real rest. The cottage itself is about a 30/40min walk to the train station/corner shop (spar) and taxis are available. Final comment to agree with all the other comments regarding the lemon drizzle cake and eggs, they really are delicious! Thank you so much Louise, will certainly be back!

Lovely cottage. Fantastic Stay . Amazing views even though weather was very windy and wet. Hot tub was a real treat as was the lemon drizzle cake. Would return again.

Myself and my partner had the most lovely time at Melin Byrdir! The farm is absolutely gorgeous with the most lovely people there. We also loved the lemon drizzle cake and the fresh eggs which we used for breakfast! Would love to come again

A lovely, relaxing place to stay.
The view’s are amazing.
The accommodation was comfortable and well equipped.
The lemon drizzle cake made by Louise was delightful.
Will definitely stay again.

Myself and my husband have just enjoyed a lovely relaxing 4 night break at this gorgeous little cottage. The property itself is beautifully decorated, cosy and has everything you need to hand. The views are breathtaking and the hot tub was a wonderfully relaxing, it took us a day to get it going but easy to keep heated once we got the hang of it.
Thank you Louise for the welcome basket and the lemon drizzle cake it was absolutely delicious. We can highly recommend this cottage and we will definitely be returning. We are literally driving down away from the cottage and both me and my husband are very sad to be leaving. In his words “this is my new favourite place”.

A beautiful cottage in a beautiful location. So peaceful. On top of all that, lemon drizzle cake to die for

Another lovely stay at Byrdir, think this was our 3rd visit. The cottage has everything you need and is warm and comfortable with incredible views of the countryside and the beaches stretched out in front of you. The area has plenty to offer and we’ve done different things each time we’ve visited. Thank you to Louise and family and animals for a warm welcome as always. Hope to see you again soon

Just returned from a wonderful week at Melin-Byrdir, taking in the fabulous sunsets from the private garden area on most days. There were also great views from the bedroom, looking out of the top window of the cottage.
So many places to visit from here, like Barmouth, Abersoch and Dolgellau, plus the stunning waterfall in the next village.

Wow..what a wonderful place. We booked this last minute break and I can truly say this is one of the nicest places we have stayed ..the view the location and the barn exceeded our expectations. We had the best of both worlds here the mountains behind us and the beach in front …the view from the hot tub was a welcome treat at the end of the day. Oh and I mustn’t forget the Lemon drizzle …I would come back for this alone ! Thank you for a lovely few days and sharing your beautiful home with us we WILL be back …

Perfect for some R and R. We loved this cosy little cottage. It provided everything we needed and more.
The cottage was well equipped and had the most beautiful view over countryside to the sea. We particularly enjoyed sitting in the wood-fired hot tub taking it all in.
Our hosts were welcoming and friendly and we enjoyed the company of their dogs and various chickens and ducks.

We recently stayed here for our honeymoon, and what a beautiful stay it was!! The hot tub was amazing!! We made friends with the chickens who visited us daily, wolfie, the sheep dog, mad frankie the jack Russel, saddle bag Annie, one of the chickens (not sure of there proper names). We cannot wait to return in the future!!

Stayed here recently, had a fantastic time! Cottage and the whole setting is really beautiful!

We both had a fantastic time at Melin Byrdir beautiful location on the farm and a long but enjoyable walk to the beach , we were welcomed by homemade lemon drizzle cake and fresh eggs from the chickens , the cottage was perfect with an amazing view.
We used the hot tub every day , and the dogs, chickens and ducks kept us entertained , we didn’t want to leave this beautiful place , Louise and Gwion thankyou so much we will definitely return .

Fantastic weekend away at the cottage, we had amazing weather and a very chilled weekend
Thank you

All of our communication and booking process with Dioni were excellent. We arrived at Melin Byrdir and were greeted by the ducks and chickens before walking down the steps to the front door and the garden with the truly fantastic view and amazing hot tub that we used in all kind of weather. The cottage is comfortable with fantastic far reaching views from the dining area and very quiet at any time. There are a great walks on the doorstep. We walked in complete solitude and the countryside surrounding the cottage is beautiful.

Our second wonderful stay in this property and just as relaxing and wonderful as the first!
It’s such a shame we have to get back to real life!

Lovely as always. Had no worries about cleanliness with regards to covid. Everything was gleaming. Lemon drizzle was to die for as always leading us back into”bad habits” So relaxed and even the weather, which was forecast to be dreadful was pretty good.

We have just got back from a wonderful stay at Melin Byrdir, it is an absolute gem, from the stunning views from the garden, to the relaxing hot tub. Waking up in the morning to the sounds of the sheep, chickens and ducks. Also the added bonus of being greeted everyday by the two most friendliest dogs. The decor in Melin Byrdir is done to a high standard, and is a little home from home. We would highly recommend especially if you really want to go away for some peace and relaxation. We cant wait to go back again.

We have stayed in two cottages on this farm. This one is our favourite, the cottage is cosy and snug, ocean views from the cottage and bedroom are stunning. There’s a fair outside space for relaxing and eating. Fresh farms eggs and homemade cake on arrival for guests are a treat. Two adorable dogs come and go, we didn’t use the hot tub or the wood stove on this occasion but they looked so inviting. The location made for a perfect cycling and walking holiday. Thank you

Melin-Byrdyr is a little piece of paradise! The location is stunning- sitting in the hot tub with the mountain in one direction and sea views in another is going to be a happy memory for life.
The cottage itself is beautifully designed and decorated and super cosy on the wet evenings we had! We loved it so much that we stayed an extra night, and can’t wait to come back again in the future.
Thank you

We had a wonderful time at Melin Byrdir, so tranquil with views that linger in the mind. We have been coming to Wales for 50 years and have now found another area to explore and experience. With the sea to the front and the Rhinogs behind there are few places in Wales that can match it. The cottage was lovely in all aspects and has charm and character with comfort , outside area was great as well with the hot tub and garden with those views. All in all Dioni more than met my expectations they exceeded them ! We will be booking with Dioni in 2022 ! Thank you so much Anthea and Nick .

Diolch

A fantastic relaxing break at this beautiful cottage. The cottage had everything we could ask for and it was lovely and warm. The hot tub was a highlight! Thank you Louise, we will definitely be booking again.

Stayed there in March 2020 for my wife\’s birthday and our 25th wedding anniversary.
Everything you need for a short break. When the weather is good it must be a lovely walk across the fields and along the coast road down into Barmouth, it wasnt for us but it was March.
We are looking at making another booking and really hope Pauline the pig is still around to greet us

Absolutely stunning. Looking out over the Welsh coast while sitting in a hot tub with a glass of wine is a feeling I will not forget anytime soon.

Fantastic cottage Fantastic location we had a great relaxing time. listening to Pauline the pig snoring the unexpected visits from the dogs and the hens.
The lemon drizzle cake was amazing (wife ate most of it)
I’m sure we will return for another visit

Just got back from another fantastic break with Dioni, this time in Melin (gradually working our way around all of the cottages at Byrdir, and think we’ve found a new favourite!). Beautiful setting and ideally placed for Barmouth and heading up into Snowdonia, just what we needed to unwind after a few hectic months.
Will definitely stay again (sorry for arriving early!) and have already recommended to a friend.

What a fabulous relaxing mini break. Thank you Louise for making me and and my partner feel so welcomed. Enjoyed the two night stay in this delightful Melin cottage as well as enjoying being absolutely away from norm. Thanks again we will return.

My wife and I needed a break, a rest, to get away from it all, peace and quiet, time out from a busy demanding world – and we certainly got that! We had a lovely week in Melin-Byrdir, the cottage was well equipped, warm and comfortable. we were able to walk directly from the door over the hills and visits to Harlech and surrounding areas with castles and amazing beaches made our trip truly memorable. PLUS we enjoyed amazing weather (first week of march) so its not true that it always rains in Wales – we will return.

The perfect weekend away! Would definitely return again in the future!

Melin is a cosy cottage equipped with everything you will need for a splendid holiday. My partner and I had a lovely time here, so lovely in fact we didn’t want to leave and extended our stay by another two nights.
The area is beautiful with the cottage nestled between the southern snowdonia mountain ranges and the sea. It’s idyllic location is perfect for anyone wishing to explore North West Wales.
Having a hot tub was a bonus and we took advantage of this on our first night. In winter I would recommend heating the hot tub for a least 6hrs before use.
Gwion, Louise and their family made us feel very welcome.
We miss Pauline the pig with her contended snores and the other animals which made our stay perfect. Thank you!

Thank you for a fantastic stay, very relaxing and cosy! The farm animals were a delightful touch.

I would highly recommend this place.

Thanks
Melissa

Thank you so much for another relaxing, refreshing stay at Byrdir. Going to bed all warmed up and cosy after a star gazing soak in the hot tub and waking up to snoring grunts of Pauline – simply priceless! Perfect Pre Christmas get-away!

Such a beautiful place to stay, modern, cosy and stunning views for a romantic weekend away. The local animals (chickens, ducks, dogs, cat and Pauline the pig) were super friendly and an absolute delight. We also were lucky enough to spot a few birds of prey in the surrounding country side.
The hot tub was a great touch (though it took some 6 hours to get it going in the November cold) but the effort was worth it to sit with some bubbles and gaze at the moon.
Food-wise, I’d recommend the Victoria Inn on the way over to Harlech – the food and service were great.

My self and my wife came here for 4 nights. It was a perfect stay. We loved everything about it. Location is great. Lie in bed and see the ocean! We loved the farm so much we have booked a week in may for us and our kids in there nant cottage. Highly recommend

Melin is a lovely place very peaceful with great views.The cherry on the cake is the log fired hot tub very relaxing (not even Mr pig snoring his head off was distracting just added to the experience).Good location close to barmouth and harlech beaches.The homemade lemon drizzle cake waiting for us was delicious.Only gripes and they are just small one’s was I didn’t find the sofa very comfortable and only one loo roll for our 3 night stay.Overall amazing value for what you get would highly recommend.

Absolutely delightful little place to spend a quiet week exploring the North Welsh coast. It was great to meet all the farm animals who kept me company on the sunny terrace after a days out walking. The views were spectacular and the hot tub, once I finally got it hot enough was wonderful to sit in and gaze up at the stars. Thank you and I hope to return again.

We had a really relaxing 4 nights at the Melin Cottage.

The cottage was 1st Class, no expense spared and in a lovely position to enjoy the countryside and distant sea views.

Would recommend to anyone wanting to chill out and enjoy the peace and quite.

Perfect few days away, loved the welcome pack, so relaxing and loved the hot tub.loved the pig and chickens also the two fogs who spent tume with us ha would highly recommend this cottage x

Perfect quiet stay for our honeymoon beautiful lemon cake & eggs on arrival loved all the animals that came on a daily basis miss Pauline piggy already. Will book again in the future. Thanks for a lovely stay.

The cottage was lovely – incredible views even when it rained. We were greeted by chickens,hens, a cat a beautiful border colley & ofcourse Pauline the pig. So peaceful.No time to try out the hot tub.Tricky drive leading to the cottage but somehow made it part of the fact it was in such a beautiful location (maybe bread/milk in the hamper?) It was out 1st holiday together so thankyou for sharing this gem with us

We returned from 4 night t break and what can i say. It was just amazing. It was so peaceful and relaxing i didnt want to cone hone. We were greeted every morning by the 4 hens, paulind tge pigs snores and ducks. The views were amazing and we had brill weather. The hot tub was cun too especially with a glass of chilled wine. Will book to go again but somewhere where i can take my two dogs next time.

We stayed here over the Easter weekend and clearly hit the jackpot when it comes to weather-glorious sunshine for four days! But I think we hit the jackpot on the cottage and its surroundings too-what a lovely place. We loved all the visiting animals and even found Pauline’s snoring rather relaxing background noise!
The welcome basket was very much appreciated (yummy cake and eggs!) and the accommodation was very clean and tidy.
The hot tub did take rather a long time to heat up but was a great way to relax (especially after a day climbing Snowdon), with a beautiful view.
A really wonderful long weekend.

An absolute amazing stay… The barn conversion was luxurious…hut tub under the stars, farm animals on the doorstep. Beautiful accomodation and the most comfortable bed ever.. can’t wait to return x

Natasha dickson

I am sat here in the cottage now writing my review.(yep I’m so cozy).I don’t have to wait till I leave because nothing could spoil what we have already experienced.Pauline the pig has had her fruit and treats already today from us but she weren’t up for the hot tub last night. Dell the dog managed to make his new ball from our trip out yesterday in Harlech(15mins down road) last 2 mins which is longer than the stick we found on llanbedr beach.I am in ore here with the chickens and ducks. I have just seen there are cows with 2 calves and I’m off for close up tomorrow. Gotta say the most difficult thing is not letting Dell in as he always sits on the doorstep but never tries to get in unlike the duck sorry Louise but he sidelined us plus Dell was chasing him at the time lol.Hot tub took a while but OMG gail force winds from storm Gareth blowing on ya face as ya body submerged in gorgeous hot water is surreal. The cottage is sublime one thing to mention also is water pressure fantastic and always hot.Views outstanding whilst eating from dining room or waking up in bed and the sea is right there.I would move in perminant. Thanks to Louise and family for allowing this amazing space of tranquil serenity to be refurbished from old to new fabulous. Welcome hamper brill allergic to eggs but bet they would be lovely because there is no fault anywhere to be had. Can not wait to return maybe in summer then I won’t have to warm the tub lol

Thank you again
Tasha and he’d
1at of many trips I hope just to keep an eye on my new let pig xxx

I am sat here in the cottage now writing my review.(yep I’m so cozy).I don’t have to wait till I leave because nothing could spoil what we have already experienced.Pauline the pig has had her fruit and treats already today from us but she weren’t up for the hot tub last night. Dell the dog managed to make his new ball from our trip out yesterday in Harlech(15mins down road) last 2 mins which is longer than the stick we found on llanbedr beach.I am in ore here with the chickens and ducks. I have just seen there are cows with 2 calves and I’m off for close up tomorrow. Gotta say the most difficult thing is not letting Dell in as he always sits on the doorstep but never tries to get in unlike the duck sorry Louise but he sidelined us plus Dell was chasing him at the time lol.Hot tub took a while but OMG gail force winds from storm Gareth blowing on ya face as ya body submerged in gorgeous hot water is surreal. The cottage is sublime one thing to mention also is water pressure fantastic and always hot.Views outstanding whilst eating from dining room or waking up in bed and the sea is right there.I would move in perminant. Thanks to Louise and family for allowing this amazing space of tranquil serenity to be refurbished from old to new fabulous. Welcome hamper brill allergic to eggs but bet they would be lovely because there is no fault anywhere to be had. Can not wait to return maybe in summer then I won’t have to warm the tub lol

Thank you again
Tasha and he’d
1at of many trips I hope just to keep an eye on my new let pig xxx

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PEACEFUL
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COSY
WE WILL RETURN FOR SURE

Smashing weekend spent in a lovely cottage. Great place to spend the last weekend of my 40’s. Thrilled to have Pauline as a neighbor, I love a good pig! Great area, lovely beaches. Yummy food at The Last Inn, Barmouth. I fear we were doomed from the start but we did attempt to hot the tub on Friday evening but alas we failed. TV reception is a bit hit and miss but when you can look out the window and watch a red kite it doesn’t seem to matter. You could always take some dvds. All in all it was just splendid. Would absolutely recommend Dioni to anyone and everyone. Thanks

Great weekend, great area and a great cottage. Couldn’t believe my luck when I walked round the corner and came face to face with Pauline (pigs are a favourite of mine) and cheeky little Gilbert. Hot tub is super cute but we failed in our attempt to heat it on the Friday evening, it was such a cold night that I fear we were doomed from the start. TV reception was a bit hit and miss but when you can look out the window and watch a red kite it really doesn’t seem like a big deal. Welcome pack was lovely. Cracking company, very friendly, would definitely recommend x. Will definitely book with Dioni again.

We had an absolutely wonderful stay over New Year at Byrdir. The cottage was so beautiful and clean, the views were romantic, and the surrounding area was stunning. We can’t wait to come back!

We had a relaxing time as always at Byrdir. The hot tub and the view made it special this time. Thank you Louise for always making us feel so comfortable and welcome. We just love it at Byrdir!

We stayed here for 3 nights from 16th – 19th November.
The barn ahs been converted beautifully, modern but has maintained the old stone bricks etc, to retain its character.

The location is perfect, and whilst it felt quite remote, it is still just an hour away from the local village.

The hot tub was lovely, this was our first experience of an ‘Eco hot tub’ and we had read the reviews which advised to give it 2 hours to heat up …..on our first night, it actually took 6 hours.

This may have been linked to the colder weather, and the following night, already having been heated, it did take just 1 hour to heat up again. Sitting in the dark, star gazing was lovely and as advertised ‘very romantic’.

The views are quite beautiful, its peaceful, just the odd farmland visitor, popping over to say hello, as did the gorgeous dog, who did try to come in!! The guest book clearly advised against this, so we felt bad and he sat on the step looking forlorn and looking in at us !

The only problem we had was operating the combi oven, microwave/grill….even with the instructions to hand, we had difficulties, as it kept turning off part way through cooking and we couldn’t get the micro=wave setting on at all, again, it kept turning off. Other than that, all was perfect.

We would definitely recommend this place, thanks for a lovely stay.

We had such a relaxing time at Melin. The property is so cosy and had everything we needed and the location is just beautiful. We loved the animals who came to visit every morning and the lemon drizzle cake was superb.
We definitely want to go back- thank you.

We have just returned from a wonderful stay with you in Melin Byrdyr – four nights of complete escapism in your beautifully thought out barn conversion. Well equipped, clean, light and airy and very cosy it’s the perfect spot to get away from it all. Simply stunning views – even from bed- and walks from the doorstep. Great cake too and the eggs were lovely – couldn’t have asked for more.

Just returned from 4 nights in this beautiful barn which is perfectly designed and well equipped for a break away from it all! Tastefully put together it is perfect with stunning views and walks from the door step. A great get away spot – and the lemon drizzle cake is superb – as were the eggs. Loved the chickens on the doorstep x

We had a lovely and relaxing stay in Melin, Bydir, last weekend. The weather wasn’t great but it did mean that we spent more time in the cosy barn conversion and enjoying the surroundings. We loved the fact that you felt like you were away from it all and the location and views from the cottage were stunning ! Couldn’t fault the cottage and loved the animals on the farm (especially the pig!)Overall we loved our stay and hope to return in the future. Many thanks, Jen and Rhydian Thomas

This cottage is in a beautiful location and is a very cosy place to stay and enjoy north Wales, Harlech, Portmeirion and the Llyn peninsula are a short drive away and great for day trips. We enjoyed the welcome pack including eggs from the chickens that popped by to say hello most evenings. You need to invest some time in filling and heating the hot tub but it is worth it for a relaxing soak looking out at the beautiful sea views.

Dear Louise,
We had een great week in your lovely cottage.
We loved all the animals around us. We miss them.
Thank your dad for showing us his cows and the dog with puppies!
It was our first visit to Wales, but it won’t be our last.
Greetings Oscar en Hilde from Holland

We have been to bydir for the last 25 years approx and have watched it evolve from a lovely bed and breakfast in the old farmhouse to the lovely barns that we watched being renovated over the years that are there today. Always the most wonderful welcome from Gwion Louise and Anne and Iffan ( The olds up the hill) along with Dell Carriad and the rest of the livestock. This year you even provided us with wall to wall sunshine., how’s that for going the extra mile. See you next year!

We had the most relaxing and peaceful time at the cottage. Hot tub. Dogs. Pig. Chickens. Ducks. The cottage itself. The view from the table. The view from the bed. The view from the hot tub. Just amazing. Can’t wait to return. Louise made some yummy lemon cake and left eggs and cider. Just wonderful. Have recommended to everyone.

Have just returned from a fantastic few days at Melin-Byrdir, our first stay there. Quaint and cosy conversion within a beautifully located farm. Good facilities included, radiators/gas fire worked a treat when required.
We are animal mad so Del, Cariad, the cats, ol’ piggy, the chickens and the duck family were all great to have wondering around the place. All characters! Dogs cracked me up, especially a certain someone stalking the ducks! I got far too distracted greeting them all most mornings.
Location is great, Barmouth and Harlech just down the road. The views on the Harlech road on a sunny day is to die for. Lots of footpaths to walk/run directly from the farm. There is also a spar shop a couple minutes away which is actually a half decent size with a butchers also (sausage champion!).
Didn’t get a chance to try out the hot tub which is a shame as I’m eco mad and always wanted to try out the swedish style ones but maybe another time!
No real negatives other than the metallic taste of the water but maybe thats just us!
Overall we had a fantastic stay. Would highly recommend.

We stayed here in March where my partner proposed to me. The cottage was lovely and cosy with amazing views. The fire was on ready for our arrival and a thoughtful hamper was prepared for us with cider, lemon drizzle cake and tea/coffee. We had visits from the two dogs, cat, hens and even had a pig as a neighbour! Unfortunately we didn’t get a chance to try the hot tub so we’ll definately return. Thank you for a weekend we’ll never forget!

Beautiful location with stunning views. Cottage very comfortable and had everything we needed, really nice surprise to have homemade cake and eggs in the welcome pack, delicious. Hot tub was great fun and easy to use. Really cannot fault anything and hope to return soon, miss listening to Pauline the pig snoring in the sun! Many thanks for an amazing weekend.

Where do I begin? This is our 3rd Dioni cottage and again we were not disappointed, from the lemon drizzle cake made by Louise and fresh chicken eggs to waking up and looking out of the picturesque window from the bedroom was lovely, we happened to be there when the snow decided to fall and what a fantastic view it gave us of the surrounding area, if you want peace and quiet this is the place to be. Enjoy the visits from the friendly cat,dogs, chickens and even ducks, what more can I say than we loved our stay.

We had a lovely relaxing time, with an opportunity to unwind in the lovely barn conversion with fantastic views from the windows, whether eating at the table or laying in bed. Made even more magical by the fall of snow.

Many thanks to Louise for the basket of extras including eggs & delicious lemon cake, much appreciated. Also can’t not mention the visits by the chickens and dogs & the friendly neighbourly pig.

a great place to relax. Would definitely go again

Booked this as a surprise for my fiancé for New Years, stayed for three days and it was wonderful! The cottage is absolutely beautiful and perfect for people like us that wanted to have a break from city life. The location is out of the way however, it only takes about 15 minutes to get to Barmouth or Harlech, and when you’re driving through the views that we did you really don’t mind! Visited Nantcol waterfalls too and with it being in December, was completely empty so it was perfect for a romantic walk (even if we did get stuck in the mud a few times).
The wood fire hot tub was brilliant, takes a good couple of hours to get it hot but it was worth it! The welcome hamper was also extremely welcomed by my other half due to the delicious lemon cake handmade by Louise.
It really was a wonderful stay and we can’t thank you enough. Anyone who is considering should definitely book it now!

Hi Louise
Thank you so much for a lovely stay in a beautiful barn. The cake was delicious. It was a treat for my husbands 50th and couldn’t have been more perfect.
Loved seeing the animals each morning and the views were spectacular.
We stayed at cae-hir a couple of years ago which was perfect too.
Thank you
Lisa and Steve Cliff

Had a great 8 night stay in Melin-Byrdir, September, the weather was mixed and not like other years, but the lovely setting, great views and Del, Cariad, ducks, pig and new addition Gilbert made everyday great. Access to the hills is straight out the door so take your walking boots with you. Butcher in Dyffryn is a real treat. The standard of the accommodation, was high, with comfy bed, well presented living space and well equipped kitchen, this is true of all the Dioni properties we have stayed in over the years and why we keep coming back. I did try the wood burning “hot tub”, which was an experience if somewhat extreme.

Had a lovely 3 night stay at Byrdir .cottage very comfy and clean
in beautiful country side.Thanks for welcome pack ,lovely fresh eggs and lemon cake.Enjoyed the animals and sitting in peaceful garden. hopefully we will be back .

We really enjoyed our stay here. The accommodation was even more impressive than in the photo’s, everything was well thought out, down to a lovely welcome hamper with delicious cake and cider.The views were lovely it was such a treat to lie in bed and see the sea and the surrounding area was beautiful with mountains, greenery and sea.They had just had a hot tub installed which was great after our very long drive.Thank you for a fab holiday property we would like to return again one day.

Lovely as always…. dodgy neighbours though

We had a lovely stay and the cottage is perfect. Very nicely decorated with all mod cons. We loved the fresh eggs and the lemon cake was amazing. It was a perfect setting for our 1st wedding anniversary. Amazing views and such a beautiful tranquil place We will be back.

Loved everything about this place! We stayed 3 nights in the Melin. It was so cosy, had everything you needed for a short stay and had amazing views. We arrived to a wonderfull hamper with homemade cake and eggs, which was a lovelly personal touch. Location was exactly what we needed, plenty of walks and places to eat. Diolch yn fawr, byddwn yn ol yn fuan.

Had a lovely peaceful and relaxing weekend break in Melin. Cottage was amazing everything you need was thought of by the owners, beautiful views and breath taking scenery. Friendly welcome by owners and dog ( just make sure u have a stick to play with). Will definitely be returning again.

We spent a wonderful relaxing week at the Melin-Byrdir cottage next to the home of a not so micro pig, she was always so excited to see us. The sheep dog regularly gave us a demonstration of Duck herding on the car park. We also had visits by the inquisitive chickens and a lovely Jack Russel. The cottage was well equipped, very private if one discounts the animals and the view of the sea was magnificent. We even managed to walk to the top of Moelfre the large hill overlooking the cottage. We are definitely booking another stay.

We stayed in late March. Had a lovely welcome including fresh eggs and a home made lemon cake. This is a beautiful part of the world and a really peaceful location with great views. Cottage was relaxing and well equipped for our purposes. We also enjoyed the company of the pig and the dog sitting on the step with stick at the ready!! Would definitely come again.

Where do I start. Absolutely idyllic barn conversion. Being very warming and inviting from the minurenyou.open the door. Picturesque surrounding couldnt get any better for a romantic weekend away. A lot of thought and efforts have gone into this. Welcome hamper was a really nice gesture with lemon drizzle cake to die for. Sheep dog came for a game of fetch and lay on the doorstep from the rain, chickens on the lawn and pig snorting away was entertaining. The views were spectacular. We will back before the years out.

A beautiful setting for a beautiful barn . This is our fourth stay with dioni and it didn’t disappoint we try to choose different locations each time and this one was a little gem set in a working farm with sea views what more do you need 🙂 the barn is very well equipped with everything you need for a holiday or short break and the welcome hamper was nice touch with cake eggs and even a bottle bubbly 🙂 location wise it has all sorts to offer your not too far to get to most local attractions which we found ideal and the walk to the beach wasn’t too long and may I add what a beautiful beach it is too . Our little friends outside the window have a lot of personality (pig) (chicken) very cute and very vocal. We have had a fab weekend here at bydir and we look forward to booking our next visit

Great stay and very reluctant to leave such a brilliant location. Melin was very comfortable and contained all that we needed for a self catering stay. It was fantastic to look out of one window to see the sea and then look out of another to view the pig happily munching away. Melin is an ideal place to stay for venturing further, whether into the surrounding hills or down to the beach. Thank you to Gwion and Louise for the welcome pack and making Melin such a nice place to stay. Hope someone manages to use the electric car charge point in the near future-another string to the bow.

We have just returned from an enjoyable week. Lovely cottage with everything you need – the lemon drizzle cake and fresh eggs were a bonus. Great views and good location. Loved the pig and dogs.

Just returned from a brief stay – 3 days; 2 nights. What a fantastic view through the window – from waking up to eating at the table. Enjoyed the ‘animal entertainment’ from the ladies (hens); the farm dogs and the pig as a neighbour. Thank you Louise for the welcome hamper – delicious. Everything you need for a relaxing break away from the madding crowd.

If you are looking for a peaceful relaxing get away from it all break then this is just the ticket. Wonderful stay , complete relax, no traffic noise , only grunts from very friendly pig ( four legged waste disposal unit , right outside door). Greeted on every return journey by Del the sheepdog , tail wagging and stick in mouth, ready to play. Chicken waiting on doorstep and cat waiting for cuddles on patio chair . What a lovely welcome home ! Beautiful clean cottage with quite steep stairs to lofft, but not a problem, especially if you are there to walk the stunning Welsh mountains.

Just returned from a wonderful albeit wet week at the farm. Weather aside, the location, cottage, hosts and company was brilliant. Very clean, reasonably spacious for 2 and with everything you’d need. The doggies, the pig and ducks were all loved (certainly by my other half!) and the cake was on point, thanks again, Louise!
We will certainly be returning to try the other cottages on the farm and would recommend to anyone couple young or old!

A wonderfully restful week in clean, comfortable accommodation. The owners and their animals were a delight and the location was beautiful and allowed us to participate in our favourite outdoor activities.

We had a wonderful weekend staying in Melin-Byrdir, which was a joy to stay in: very comfortable, brilliant views, and quiet. Lovely couple of friendly dogs, an inquisitive pig, and cows and lambs in nearby fields. Owners made us feel very welcome without imposing at all, and the surrounding countryside and beaches are well worth exploring. Would love to return.

We have just returned from our Easter break and have to say that we were very impressed with our accommodation and will definitely return at some point in the future. The cottage was amazing with some lovely views. We also loved the pig just outside and the dogs. The welcome basket was also a lovely touch – those eggs were amazing!!

Lovely stay,perfect setting for walks either mountain, beach or town and the lemon drizzle cake was the best ever!! Not a deal breaker, but didn’t find the microwave. Thank you, hope to be back.

very enjoyable week in a lovely cottage with lovely surroundings and views. cottage was clean and comfortable. the highlight of the stay was Pauline the pig and del and cariad the dogs gave to a lovely welcoming. Only a change of towels would have been nice.would highly recommend the cottage and look forward to our nex visit.

This was our first visit to Byrdir and I can’t tell you how much we enjoyed it, the accommodation was fantastic everything you need for your stay and the views breath taking, we will defiantly be back,

Just returned from a truly wonderful stay in Melin Byrdir.
The cottage was lovely, the views stunning, the neighbours
(the pig, the ducks, the chooks & dogs) charming !
It is Wales as you imagined.
The location is perfect for visiting Barmouth, Dolgellau & Harlech, but also for venturing further afield to Beddgelert & Betwys Coed.
Walks galore, mountain air, truly rural bliss.

We had a wonderful few days in such a beautiful part of Wales. The cottage was lovely, cosy & self contained with everything we needed in it, the homemade Welshcakes an unexpected treat! Great location & views, & ideal for exploring surrounding area, Cwm Bychan, Rhinogs, Nantcol waterfalls & Harlech Castle all highly recommended. Friendly & helpful owners & loved the dogs & the pig!Would definitely come back again…diolch yn fawr!

A super place to stay. Spotlessly clean and well appointed. We were thrilled with our choice and will definitely be returning.

We loved the views and the beatiful location. It was absolutely perfect.

The Pink Hippo and the pig topped off our holiday to a tee

Enjoyed our visit, bed was comfortable,and cottage was clean . Welcome pack was very good, and unexpected.
Cooker was easy once one read the instructions, Though I would suggest a copy of these would seem a good move as I am sure many more visitors will be enjoying a visit in future.

A wonderful cottage and a relaxing stay, somewhere to unwind and enjoy the world passing by.
We also loved the pig, so friendly, he made our stay even better.
Will definitely return

Sue and I first visited Byrdir in 1987 and in 2015, we are still here,the transformation is amazing and you have worked so hard, our visit this year was as good if not better than any, thanks for your hospitality and friendship