Self Catering Barn Conversion on a Working Snowdonia Farm | Nant

Beautiful location, perfect for our little boy to enjoy! Idyllic to wake up to horses in the field opposite.
I can’t recommend it enough. The home made lemon drizzle was the cherry on top!

We had fantastic time at Nant. Loads to do locally. We found supplies at the grocer in Harlech (amazing place) and in the village. The wood burner was amazing. I wish we could have stayed longer to make more use of the hot tub.
I’m not sure why, all holiday cottages seem to have really small towels, it’s the one thing I’d suggest – nice large bathsheets.
Seems silly but I was really impressed with the recycling, so many places don’t provide this, it was nice not to have to take it all home.
Our thanks to the hosts. The welcome snacks were very much appreciated.

What an amazing place Nant is just fabulous we loved it

We stayed 3 nights and loved every minute the location surroundings the whole experience we are definitely coming back for a longer stay next time .
We really enjoyed having the dogs visiting us especially the little Jack Russell sleeping on the rug
with us
The barn was immaculate warm and so comfortable for four of us and the owners are very kind, having the EV charger there was a real bonus for us
The local pubs are great especially the Victoria inn for great food and service
Our girls 6 and 8 really enjoyed the views animals and the whole experience.
A fantastic place to stay highly recommended will definitely be coming back again !
Great location great place !

What a beautiful part of the world! We have stayed in Dioni cottages many times and the standard of accommodation is always very high. Byrdir offers so much for walkers as it is located amongst a fantastic choice of footpaths and almost traffic free lanes. We were unlucky with the weather this time, but still had two great walks during our stay. Nantcol Waterfalls were impressive after the heavy rainfall and the circular route we took gave us stunning views of mountains and coast through forest and farmland. Thank you for the delicious cake and eggs and friendly hospitality (including visits from dogs and chickens). We will definitely be back.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Nant. Was greeted by a friendly four legged canine who seemed to know we had come prepared with treats. As animal lovers this made our stay very pleasant especially when she was joined by her little friend and the chickens. There was everything we needed at the property including a very nice welcome basket.
Only slight criticism was the settee was not very comfortable. Would certainly stay again as it is such a lovely setting and plenty to do in the surrounding area.

We thoroughly enjoyed our week’s stay in Nant – a truly beautiful barn with everything you could ask for – the welcome pack went down a treat. We loved the peaceful location with breath-taking views, enabling us to totally unwind from working life! We were so lucky with the weather and spent most of our days on nearby beaches and enjoyed the hot tub as a “cold tub” on our return! We managed to get a couple of good walks in and would recommend a visit to Cwm Nantcol. Day-trips to Criccieth, Borth Y Gest & Harlech are a must – some great beaches and Harlech for their Ice-cream! We will miss our daily visits from the two dogs, chickens, ducks and sheep! We would love to come back to stay with you sometime soon.

Nant is the perfect retreat to enjoy the North Wales coast. Byrdir is an excellent base for a full range of activities from walking, swimming, castle spotting, enjoying the beaches and local food especially the ice cream parlour Hufenafa’r Castell in Harlech which is definitely the best ice cream in the area! The sandy beaches are beautiful and there are plenty of nature reserves, waterfall walks and stream railways to explore, there are some great independent shops and museums alongside the usual seaside fun in Barmouth and the great Railway bridge which takes you to the stunning Mawddach estuary with its walks and cycle ways. Portmeirion is nearby as is Plas Brondanw the home of Clough Williams-Ellis’, the genius who built Portmeirion. I would also recommend the Toll Bridge at Porthmaenpool. Nant is a delight, a pleasure to stay in and has all the facilities you need, (unless you are a keen cook as the kitchen facilities are great but limited!) There was a lovely selection of Welsh goodies upon arrival which were welcome. Nant is very comfortable in a picturesque location out of the way and peaceful but within walking distance of the village with it’s award winning butchers and art gallery. The wood fired hot tub takes a minimum of 3 hours to heat up (I gave it four hours and the temperature was just about perfect by then!) to get it to a decent temperature you need to get the fire roaring and you will need the extra logs advised, so factor that into your plans! Once it is warm it is really great! A night under the stars in the tub is perfect! The owners are really helpful and can give you any local advice you need. The owner’s dogs are also lovely to have around and they visit you each day along with the ducks, chickens and sometimes sheep! Great place for a holiday. I hope to return! Highly recommend!

Nant is perfectly placed for exploring the North West and the farm location idyllic, the ever changing light on the hills and the scenery – at your home base – unbeatable

We had a last minute short break at Nant, what a beautiful property and setting, very well equipped everything you need,
Perfect location for nearby attractions, we would like to thank Dione and the property owners for getting the property ready at such short notice. We will be recommending this property and dioni to all our friends and family
THANK YOU

We had a last minute short break at Nant, what a beautiful property and setting, very well equipped everything you need,
Perfect location for nearby attractions, we would like to thank Dioni and the property owners for getting the property ready at such short notice. We will be recommending this property and dioni to all our friends and family
THANK YOU

This is the second time I have stayed at Nant and my friend and I had a thoroughly enjoyable three night stay. We met Louise’s husband on our arrival who was extremely friendly and welcoming and was able to give us a number of tips for places to visit. Inside the cottage we found a very generous welcome pack with delicious lemon drizzle cake. The cottage is in a perfect location with wonderful views of hills and of the sea beyond. We used Nant as a base to explore the Snowdonia National Park and also further north and beyond to Anglesey. All of Nant’s amenities are of the highest quality with everything thoughtfully laid out to maximise the space inside. Each evening, we enjoyed sitting outside whatever the weather with a glass of wine enjoying the sunset and the soothing sounds of the babbling brook. Whilst we were able to light the wood burning stove inside with ease, we didn’t manage to get the wood burner attached to the hot tub going. This was probably due to a combination of the windy weather and our lack of skills! However, as we were only there for a short time we did not feel we were missing out. I would highly recommend Nant and would love to return one day.

Lovely accommodation, great quality and clean. Quiet location with wildlife all around. Enjoyed the hot tub star gazing and under floor heating in the property making it nice and cosy. Cake on arrival was a nice treat and delicious!

Beautiful place beautiful surroundings had a lovely relaxing couple of days some lovely walks and stunning views. Hot tub was idyllic sitting under a full moon and the sky full of stars. The accommodation is spotless and comfortable everything you need to stop and unwind. Would love to come back again hopfully with snow and frost!!

Amazing place, beautiful area and scenery. Nant was spotless and plenty big enough for 4 people. Louise left fresh eggs and cake which we all enjoyed. The hot tub was fantastic even in December. Would definitely book again!

Nant was perfect, I can say that as someone who struggles to find a holiday cottage. The farm house dream is lost on me. But the Architecture and the finish appealed to me.
It is small, yet perfectly proportioned, well equipped and even comes with a stand in Border Collie as she knew I was missing mine.
The one small fry criticism I could say was there were no champagne flutes, but that may say more about me than anything else.
Stunning location.

Just back from our weekend staying in Nant for a 50th birthday and loved it so much we’re about to book to stay again next year. What can we say other than we loved every minute. The peace, the views, the fact that it was immaculately clean, had everything we needed, the babbling brook, cozy log burner, comfy beds, warm floors, regular visits from new furry friends and the best lemon drizzle cake I’ve tasted in a very long time……it was perfect. Can’t wait to experience Nant in a different season too. Diolch yn fawr

What a wonderful five days we have had!

November in Wales is always a gamble with the weather, and as we usually stay in a beautiful seafront caravan nearer Barmouth, we were unsure of what to expect from Nant.

We have had the most amazing time. So very welcoming and cozy. Everyone is so friendly. Farm eggs and lemon drizzle made by Louise (I need that recipe!)

Daily visits from the dogs just made it for us. Having lost our two dogs last year, our border collie girl to cancer, our yorkie to old age, it bought great joy to Grace to cuddle up with them on the patio and throw sticks by the brook.

On the one clear sky at night we watched the sunset and moon rise at the same time.

The barn is impeccably clean, comfortable, warm, well equipped, so peaceful and just gorgeous. We didn’t brave the hot tub with the weather, although that’s a great excuse to visit again, and with all the beautiful beaches, castles, hills and other attractions either outside your door or a 10 min drive in either direction, we surly will.

Will be sad to leave tomorrow. Thank you 🙂

We had a super week at Nant and absolutely loved it. The location is brilliant, so handy for the coast and yet it feels like a different world being so quiet and rural. The cottage is great, very cosy and comfortable. We loved the hot tub too. As others have said, it takes a long while to heat up the first time but after that we found it retained its heat well and just needed a bit of a boost. Star gazing in the hot tub was a wonderful experience as was basking in the heat in the rain! The cottage is south facing so doesn’t have quite the same sunset view as some of the others, but it does have lovely views over the fields and hills. We hope to visit again. Thank you.

We had a fabulous, tranquil, relaxing week at Nant. All home comforts are supplied, hot tub was lush! Loved the daily visits from the dogs and chickens too! Great location for everything!! Hope to holiday again with you soon!! Thank you, the OBrien family x

Beautifully renovated and well equipped cottage. Everything you need, in a lovely, peaceful setting near to all the town’s amenities, and stunning coastline. The kids enjoyed meeting the dogs, and loved the hot tub. We felt secluded although the property is close to the other rentals and the owners.
We have an electric car, so the charger on site was a real bonus.
Worth knowing in advance that local pubs get booked up far in advance in peak season, and the hot tub does take a few dedicated hours to heat up…

Nant is a really lovely cottage in an idyllic spot. The views and the sunsets were amazing! Louise and her family were really welcoming. I would not hesitate to return and to recommend.

We have used few Dioni’s cottages before but this place is our favourite so far. Beautiful location, super friendly and happy animals, delicious cake and eggs and friendly owners next door – pure heaven. The barn is just outstanding and very clean. We will go back again! Thank you 🙂

We had a lovely, relaxing 2 nights here. As it was on a working farm, we didn’t know what to expect, but everywhere was spotlessly clean and it was just like staying in an ordinary cottage. We didn’t see the owners and apart from the sheep in the field opposite, and a couple of horses on our walk, we only saw 2 hens and a dog near the cottage – so don’t let a farm put you off staying here!

The cottage is compact but had everything we needed for a party of 2. We slept in the bed in the mezzanine & used the downstairs bedroom as a dressing room (as there is no storage in the upstairs bedroom). We didn’t use any of the cooking facilities as we ate out. We can recommend The Bank and The Norbar. Both are in Barmouth & need to be booked well in advance of your stay.

The hot tub was lovely, but beware – it gets extremely hot! Also, take some extra towels as you are only provided with one towel each & we found it difficult to dry our towels between uses,

As mentioned in other reviews, there are some lovely walks straight from the cottage, which we really enjoyed doing.

We had a really lovely stay and will definitely return again.

Lovely accommodation for our first family break. Beautifully set in the hills with good access to the nearby tourist spots. My small children particularly loved seeing the farm animals and the eggs were delicious.

Beautiful accommodation and a lovely welcome. It’s a magical place.

Start the hot tub 5-6 hrs before you need it, but if you do it’s a great place to watch the sunset!

This was our second stay at Nant and we will no doubt be back again. It is in a beautiful setting, so peaceful yet close to beaches and mountains. Cycling straight from the house you are greeted with spectacular views and coming home to a hot tub is certainly an added bonus. This time, blessed with sunshine we managed to climb Snowdon and visit the local beach. A real gem- we would highly recommend a visit!

We had a lovely stay in Nant.
The kids loved playing with the animals and in the hot tub, excellent location to explore Snowdonia. We walked up Cadair Idris, visited Harlech Castle and did Canyoning (all are very recommended).

A very special place indeed. The barn is superbly finished and occupies a wonderful position, with spectacular views of the land and sea (especially from the tub). We loved being visited by the dogs and the hen, who were all such characters. The location provides a good base for exploring the local area, but you could equally just stay put and enjoy the surroundings. Our hosts were both welcoming and unintrusive. Louise\\\’s lemon cake: simply delicious! We will be back.

Lovely property, well appointed and easy to find with stunning views down to the sea. The Welsh weather threw everything it could at us during our short stay, but the cottage was extremely cosy in spite of that. Great location for exploring the coastline. Far enough off the main road to feel properly rural and secluded, but with easy access when needed. Would definitely consider staying again.

We had a lovely, relaxing weekend at Nant. The accommodation was lovely, cosy and very clean. We loved the hot tub and how various animals from the farm came to visit… we even had chickens pecking at our door to say hello 🙂 The welcome pack was much appreciated with a delicious homemade lemon cake… nice touch! Thank you…. we would definitely stay again!

Lovely property!! Had a fantastic short break. Property was amazing, spotlessly clean and had everything you needed. Wood burning hot tub was brilliant. Great directions to get to property, very good information pack inside property. Welcome pack was a fab little extra with a beautiful lemon cake, Welsh crisps, tea,coffee and fresh eggs!!
Wish I had booked for longer and will deffo be returning.

The moment we drove down the lane to Nant we knew we had chosen the right place for us. The cottage was exceptional. It had everything we needed and more (best wifi ever, although that shouldn’t have mattered but still) Cleaned to perfection too. Every detail has been thought about inside and out. Underfloor heating means the cottage gets and remains warm. I think we only popped it on twice for 20 mins. The craftsmanship that has gone into the cottage is stunning. The position of Nant gives you the feeling of being alone in those beautiful surroundings. Louise and family are on hand should you need them. We loved being greeted by the animals and getting to interact with them if we wanted to, which we did. The hot tub under the stars is a must, as is a visit to Pauline the Pig, she is beautiful. We would happily return to Nant but looking forward to trying the other cottages they have on offer.

Fabulous family holiday, lovely mountain walks straight out of the front door, our daughter loved playing with the farm dogs, Del & Cariad, and feeding the other animals. Cosy Cottage with a woodburner for when the typical British weather strikes. Hot tub was amazing, even in the rain!! Lovely setting, and the owners were very welcoming. Thank you for having us, We can’t wait to come back. xx

We had a lovely stay at Nant, cottage was very clean and in a wonderful setting. We loved the hot tub, esp as the weather was very British at times! We hired bikes from Birmingham Garage and rode the maddwach trail across the old railway bridge in Barmouth – views were spectacular. Would also recommend a trip to Aberdovey for crabbing.

We had a lovely stay in Nant. The view from the barn was amazing. There are lots of lovely walks from the farm and a good base to go further a field. The girls loved playing with the dogs and meeting the other animals.

Cracking location and Nant is a comfortable cottage with great use of space, the wood burner makes for cosy nights in & there is plenty to do in the area. The animals bring so much character to the place along with the fabulous views across the countryside. A great place to spend and week getting away from it all – thanks for having us.

Tony, Sarah, James and Emily

Another fabulous week in Wales. This was our 4th stay in a Dioni cottage, and it didn’t disappoint. Full of character and in a stunning location we can highly recommend Nant as a great choice for a relaxing break in a beautiful part of Wales.

My partner and I had the most wonderful break. The Nant is a beautiful cosy place to stay with fantastic views of the Countryside. I loved waking up to see the sheep in the fields. We loved all the animals and it was lovely to find the hens and the playful dogs and Mog the cat joining us for breakfast, a real treat.

We would like to thank Louise for the scrumptious lemon drizzle cake, and the fresh eggs, the best we have tasted. We will most definitely be returning to stay in Nant again.

My family and I had an amazing time in Nant. This is a beautiful cottage which is clean, warm, cosy, and surrounded by gorgeous countryside. The kids loved saying hi to Pauline the Pig, and were fascinated by the chickens, ducks, and playful dogs.

The main bed is super comfortable, and has a great view out into the fields. The kitchen is compact but has everything you need, and the wood burning stove really adds to the feel of the place. The shower and heated floors are also awesome.

The site is really quiet, and most of the time we could only hear the stream, the sheep and cows, cuckoos, and even tawny owls.

Nothing but good things to say about Nant – highly recommended, and we’ll be back!

Fab stay. Loved Nant. The farm it’s family and all the animals were incredibly welcoming.
We found the can opener didn’t work was our only issue.
Thanks for a great stay.

The Nant is an idealic retreat, set in a beautiful and peaceful location. With views of mountains and the sea, the Nant offers a good central base to explore the mountains and beaches. A beautiful location to come back to and relax after a busy day and sit on the patio to listen to the babbling brook. Our two boys loved staying there and meeting all the animals and the family. The accommodation is well appointed and supplies the basics needed.

Amazing short break . We loved everything about Nant, the owners are lovely and welcoming, the barn was spotless. Enjoyed having Gilbert and the other hens visit us each morning and both Dell and Cariad the farm dogs were happy for us to play wuth them ,Cariad likes to sit on your lap. The ducks were also a pleasant surprise. The views to the coast and also the hills beyond are good. The only enhancement I would suggest is to put a wood burning hot tub or pizza oven in the circular part of the garden in front of Nant

This is the third time we have stayed in Nant, it is perfect for us all and gives us a good base for our all too short stay but we will be back again next year.

We had a delightful holiday mid-June. With the weather at 2 extremes across the weak-cool, wet and damp to begin and hot and sunny later-being so close to both wonderful beaches and various other sites was ideal. The location is far from the only advantage; the accommodation is lovely. As with so many other reviewers, we all loved being close to the animals (particularly the lovely dogs) and in all our dealings with Louise and the family everyone was so nice. We’ve been visiting this part of Wales for 10 years but still discovered a new, wonderful beach thanks to a tip off. Thank you so much for having us.

We have just returned from two idyllic weeks at ‘Nant’. The farm is beautifully placed away from the hustle and bustle of life, but close enough to be able to accomodate all needs, beach/walking/historic interests/chilling. We loved the tranquility of the farm and the animals were a delight. ‘Nant’ itself is a beautiful conversion, very well eqipped, cosy and comfortable. Highly recommended. We loved the daily visits from Del who we would have happily played with forever!!
Thank you Louise and Gwion for your hospitality.
Hazel, Jon and Nathan – Liverpool

Just back from a week in Nant with my daughter and grandson. Beautifully kept gardens/grounds in glorious countryside; a very peaceful setting. Nant is clean, charming and unusual, we really enjoyed staying there especially with the dogs, the pig, chickens and ducks. The TV reception was sometimes poor but the WIFI is excellent – mobile phone only worked outdoors.Thank you to Louise and Gwion for everything and particularly for the welcome basket, the lemon drizzle cake and fresh eggs were delicious. We mostly ate out and enjoyed the food at the Norbay and Nineteen.57. I have visited Barmouth for 45 years but have only recently discovered the dionni website – this is my second booking with them and they have some super properties so we will be back.

Our first visit was 1987 and we are still coming,
we had a great holiday, Nant is perfect for the three of us so long as you don’t mind be hovering by your back door to get my mobile phone signal !!!
All things being equal will see you all next year

Had a lovely week at Nant cottage, we were blessed with absolutely gorgeous weather. Cadwaledars ice cream is a must at Cricieth, Llanberis slate museum was very interesting and worth a visit with stunning views on the way at llanberis pass. Enjoyed our chats with Gwion’s father and were entertained by Del rounding up the ducks.

Beautiful conversion. So peaceful. Just the brook, the birds and the sheep. Wonderful. Lovely views. Accommodation great. Spotlessly clean. All one could wish for. We had a fabulous week. Thank you.

Lovely cottage, ideal for walking from the door step and amazing views. Due to the weather forecast we managed to arrive a day early and got a full days walking in the sunshine, thank you Louise. Stunning and varied scenery on the walk, would love to go back. The chickens were very entertaining and visited us every night also thank you for the fresh eggs and lemon cake. Would definitely recommend this property.

Lovely weekend. Accommodation was very comfortable and we found it very entertaining being observed through the French windows by inquisitive chickens! Lemon drizzle cake was excellent. Thanks.

An unexpected stay but we were so happy we did. Problems at another cottage left us homeless. A recommendatIon from Elaine at ‘The Big Rock’ cafe (try it their good) in Porthmadog led us to Byrdia. Within 60 minutes they had the cottage ready and we had arrived. On a cold, foggy dark night in November and six hours from home in Newmarket it was so welcome. We expect our holiday cottages to be clean, warm, well maintained and tasteful, this was. We did our exploring and had a great 5 days way. Thanks Gwion, sorry we didn’t meet you Louise. Will recommend you if any friends are coming your way

Only one problem…….

We didn’t stay long enough! Absolutely fantastic place, secluded, beautiful views, very very homely, the fire! The Lemon Drizzle cake! Cannot find a single fault with it… We will definitely return as soon as we can find a free weekend and will stay at least an extra night next time :). Thank you!

R0b and alice alison and casey. 18/10 to the 21/10/2016. we had a fantastic stay in nant the cottage was beautiful. our grandson loved playing with the dogs and feeding the pig. I would recommend this cottage to anybody 10 out of 10 thanks

We had the most lovely holiday! Our daughter Evie age 2 absolutely loved Del and Cariad she keeps asking for Cariad and to go back to the holiday house!! It’s safe to say she really enjoyed it! From the off it was a holiday that was just that bit more special than others. The welcome basket was a real touch with that divine homemade lemon drizzle cake made by Louise (you have a serious talent there)!!! And freshly laid eggs from the hens!! Nant was just beautiful and had a real homely feel. Everything was provided that we could have needed and more! The location was perfect for beaches, snowdon, miniature railways I could go on there’s so much to do in this area! The view were breathtaking and a definate change from Essex (our home) !! The animals on Bydir where Nant is located were so friendly we love the pig we went and spoke to him/ her everyday!!! The hens were hilarious so tame and friendly they even had a tiny protest when we tried to get back up to Nant in our car! You should have seen me trying to herd them to one side definitely hilarious and a unique moment and some amusement for the husband! So be aware you are driving into a farm be aware of animals it’s their home and a real experience to live with them so respect them. Our stay really was magic for our 2 year old we found she adores dogs especially Cariad! And she loved throwing those famous sticks for Del!! We felt as though we was on another planet on the farm and surrounding area it really was one of the best holidays we’ve ever been on. We stayed a whole week and explored so much but still need to return to explore more! The weather was on our side (16-23 Sep) but I feel this place could be just as good in any weather!!! It’d make for a very special Christmas lodge break with its very own log burner it was so cosy! Try NANT you will not regret it. We are so glad and lucky that we discovered this little gem and we are so thankful to Louise and her family for accommodating us on their farm! We will be back!!! If Evie had her way we’d be heading off the M25 and turning round to come back in a heartbeat! Again thank you so much for a very special much needed family holiday! We will really miss Cariad and Del and Nant with its idillic beautiful location. Many thanks from The Gell’s x

The barn was great for the 2 nights that we stayed, but we all agreed that it was too small for 4 people to stay longer in. In particular the kitchen table was very small. The lack of privacy in the upstairs bedroom was also a little awkward.

We had a wonderful holiday at Nant cottage. Nant was spotless and had lots of characte and the location is truly magnificent.
The children loved playing With Cariad and Del and were made to feel at home by Louise and family. There was so much for them to see and do on the farm.
It was great that you could walk to a good pub with views and play area.
The fantastic beach was not far away and there were many walks and attractions nearby.
We could not have been luckier with the weather which topped off a perfect holiday.
Thank you!

Absolutely loved our stay at Nant. From the WOW when we arrived, the meet and greet from the chickens, the gorgeous,friendly doggies and my fave, Pauly the pig..
The cottage was spotless and cosey with everything you need and more… beds were so comfortable. Water for showers was hot… .the kids loved the animals and swings….the cake I’d read about……loved it!!!
Beautiful and peaceful place… loved it.

Next year will be the 30th year since we first visited Byrdir, so I think you know how we feel about the place.
Nant was comfy and had everything we could possibly need and we are pleased we booked that particular cottage.
All things being equal hope to book it again next year.

We had a great weekend staying at your lovely barn conversion Nant. Location was perfect and just what the doctor ordered. Dell payed us several visits and true to the other reviews fetched sticks galore for us to throw. The chickens were also quite friendly and we enjoyed visiting Raphael the pig, who would always run up and greet us. The barn was very clean and had everything that you needed. The welcome basket was a great touch, the lemon drizzle cake was out of this world, the freshly laid eggs were perfect and the hot chocolate sachets were delicious. Ann and Louise were very friendly and welcoming.

We would highly recommend staying at Nant and have already tried to book again, but there was no availability. So if you are thinking about staying book fast as it is very popular.

We have just come back from a lovely stay at Nant cottage . The cottage was perfect views where beautiful, the location was great for exploring Snowdonia . My daughters loved Dell and the animals. Dell brought Lucy her stick every day to throw for her and Lucy enjoyed this very much ,they became good friends during our stay. The cottage was very clean and well stock with every thing you needed , the welcome basket and folder with info in was a great touch ,. Everyone was friendly and welcoming, I would recommend a stay in these cottages for anyone (but the stairs to loft bedroom are steep ) I’m sure we will be back. Lemon drizzle cake was soooo moorish. I would love the recipe
The last Inn in Barnmouth is great for dinner. Slate mine and copper mines worth a visit and Snowdons a must even if your just going for the views. We fell in love with Wales about 2 years ago so this holiday has just made us fall deeper. Thank you for making a great holiday dis bite the weather

Nant is an absolutely beautiful barn conversion. Love the oak, the log burner, the views, and the sound of the babbling brook just outside.

It’s perfect for a family of four, and a great base to explore the local countryside and coast.

My kids loved the selection of DVDs supplied and the wifi is really fast.

Loved it!

We’ve stayed at Nant over the last few years.
It’s a great cottage in a very tranquil location, but still within easy reach of the beaches, or the mountains of Snowdonia, and not forgetting Moelfre and the Rhinogs within walking distance of the cottage.
The home made lemon drizzle cake was delicious. We will definitely be back.

We have just returned from another long weekend at Nant, it’s just the most lovely relaxing place we have ever been. The barn still has the same wow factor as the first time we stopped there. The amazingly comfy sofa and the log burner just make for a nice cosy weekend. You are always guaranteed a warm welcome from Louise, the dogs and chickens.
We will be returning again soon.

Perfect! Great accommodation, great hosts, great location.

Had an amazing stay over the bank holiday weekend. We loved the daily stick throwing for Del and also the occasional visit from Cariad. Mr Pig was also great. On arrival we met Louise who is lovely and her lemon drizzle cake was to die for. We went on a trip to Snowdon and also checked out Barmouth and the areas around Snowdon. Each night we spent with the log burner going and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. An amazing place to stay. One note just be careful coming down the stairs as socks and slippy floor nearly led to me ending the holiday early 🙂 Overall amazing and can’t wait to return.

A wonderful few days based at Nant in North Wales. We would suggest a visit to the near waterfalls, really beautiful as well as the castle in Harlech. Our visit was to climb Snowdon which I am proud to say was accomplished. The Last Inn in Barmouth is well worth a visit for a pub meal, wonderful staff. Cottage lovely and many a lazy late evening spent in a very peaceful setting – although the steps to the loft bedroom certainly worked our calf muscles after the Snowdon adventure. We even had a go at Welsh (not that good though). Would definitely visit again.

Just back from 2 nights in Nant with our 10 and 11 year old boys. Absolutely loved it – stunning location, luxurious and friendly. Can’t wait to go back. Really glad we found it.

Back home now after a fantastic break. Your cottage is amazing. Hopefully we will be back

Emma x

I have fallen in love with Nant and it’s beautiful wild surroundings. It’s a perfect “get away” with underfloor heating, a wood burner and a well functioning kitchen. I really appreciated the 100% cotton bedding. We only found the DVD player on the last day, but it was actually really nice to have a detox from screens for the week.
The views are stunning. The walk around the waterfalls is a good walk with smaller children as they don’t take too long but you can while the time away exploring the riverside or the magical old moss covered woods.
And the dogs were a great hit with my son, who entertained himself with them for hours.
All in all, a wonderful stay and I hope to be back.

Wonderful! We’ve just had the most peaceful, beautiful “get away from it all” break imaginable. Excellent quality accommodation and glorious scenery. Bike rides, walks (including snow topped Carair Idris) and seaside are all on the doorstep of this hidden gem in Wales!

We stayed at Nant over New Years with our two children and we had a wonderful time. The animals were a huge hit with the children, they fed them every morning. The barn is beautiful and so to the location, country walks, a choice of beaches and my son loved the castles. Thank you for a lovely relaxing stay x

A wonderful place, a really nicely converted barn with a good balance between modern and traditional styles. Beautiful setting too, couldn’t be better.

We had a lovely stay at Nant, the barn was beautiful, just as perfect as the pictures on the website. Our daughters loved playing with Del and Cariad, and would quite happily have brought them home. A superb base for relaxing or touring around as we did, and a great day out at the beach in Llanfair. Many thanks for a lovely break.

Wir haben die Zeit in Byrdir sehr genossen, die kleinen aber sehr feinen und geschmackvoll eingerichteten Ferienhäuser beinhalten alles, was man für einen schönen Urlaub braucht. An den Tieren auf der Farm hatten wir ganz besonderen Spaß. Die Farm liegt abseits und ruhig und trotzdem strategisch sehr günstig für Ausflüge oder Wanderungen im den Snowdonia Nationalpark und auf die Halbinseln LLynn und Anglesi, sowie für Strand- Küsten- und Meer-liebhaber.Ausserdem sind wir sehr freundlich in Wales aufgenommen worden und hatten Spaß daran etwas Walisisch zu lernen, wobei uns Ifan denn Zugang zu dieser für uns sehr fremden Sprache erleichtert hat. Am schönsten aber fanden wir den welsh Coast Path, ein Traum. Viele Grüße von Martina und Rainer aus Deutschland

We really enjoyed our stay at beautiful Nant Cottage. Everything was perfect. Carolina really enjoyed playing with the dogs and watching the animals around. We were very said when the vacation was over. Would have loved to stay longer. Thanks for having created such a beautiful place and being such welcoming hosts.

It was a lovely time we had at your cottage. We especially appreciated all the wonderful walks which you have developed for your guests. The walk to the dunes and beach right from the cottage was really gorgeous.

A fabuluous place if you want to relax for a couple of days.

We had a lovely stay at Nant. It was very peaceful and a good base for our holiday. Would recommend, Amy our little girl loved the dogs that greeted us and never tired of playing fetch!

A really great location and we’re happy to recommend this to anyone. Thanks to the people at Byrdir (we stayed in Nant) for creating such an enjoyable place to come home to after a day mountain biking. And a shout out to Dell the dog for being a welcoming host too.

This is our second stay at Nant and it was every bit as enchanting as the first!
The property is lovely and the views are fabulous! You always get a very warm welcome! We will definately be coming back again!

We very much enjoyed our week in the cottage – a real home away from home! Nant has everything you need and even more for a relaxing holiday. Sitting in front of the fire in the evening was quite cosy.

The weather could have been a bit better – but hey, that’s Wales (the rainbows we saw were beautiful though).

We will definitely be back at some stage and we can recommend Byrdir to anyone who looks for a quiet location a bit away from the crowds.

Diolch!

Kirstin & Mario

What a gem of a place!
Just got back from our short break at Nant.
It is very relaxing, set in one of the most scenic parts of the world.
The hosts are friendly and have it set up well.
We will be definitely heading back for another stay!

Our recent stay at Byrdir was one of the most memorable holidays we have ever had. This was our first adventure in Wales and it surpassed our expectations. The scenery was breathtaking, the cottage was charming and comfortable and we felt at home the whole time. We had breakfast in the farmhouse and Louise really knows how to cook! We all loved playing with Dell and our girls wanted to bring her home. We are already planning our next trip to Wales and will be staying at Byrdir again!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in the beautiful Nant cottage on Byrdir. We had a very warm welcome from Gwion and Louise and the accommodation was extremely comfortable with beautiful views. It was so peaceful and quiet. We started our mornings with a wonderful hearty breakfast (not forgetting Gwion’s superb bread toasting skills). My highlight each morning was feeding kitchen scraps to the 2 pigs kept on the farm. Such wonderful characters. I would certainly recommend staying at Byrdir to everyone.

We enjoyed our stay very much. Great place for both parents and children (age 2 and 4) with lots of things to do on th farm and nearby. We have already recommended it to friends.
Thank you!

Lovely to spend a week away in Wales.
Our stay at Nant on the grounds of the family farm at Byrdir was made all the more memorable for both the excellent hospitality offered by Gwion and Louise and for the memorable setting of the converted barn.
If you are looking to remove yourself from the madding crowd where family, stillness and beauty are in abundance then this is a lovely spot.
Our days were filled with quiet beaches, walks, castles and lots of evening dinners at the barn which in turn proved to have it all and a great shower!
Spot on holiday which we all loved and will remember.
Thankyou

We had an amazing time at Nant. The welcome goodies were much appreciated, the cheese in particular was yummy. Louise and Gwion were both lovely on the couple of occasions we spoke to them, most of the time we were out and about though. Hope to come back sometime soon as still so much to explore around the area!

We had a lovely time in Nant Cottage, its done to a very high standard with great decor. Thank you for the very kind welcome and the lovely touch of the cider, cheese, biscuits, cake etc. I think the highlight of our stay was meeting your gorgeous dog, could have spent hours playing with her, she’s amazing. You have a fantastic location with stunning views , would recommend to friends & family , would visit again.

Despite some typically British weather our stay in Nant was perfect. Amazing location (the silence truely was golden), fantastic accomodation (especially the log burner and under floor heating) and brilliant service (the welcome pack was very welcome).
Thank you both.

We recently spent a fabulous week at Byrdir staying in Nant. The self-catering cottage was so comfortable and homely, and everything was to a high standard. Both Gwion and Louise made us feel incredibly welcome all week, and they were very knowledgeable about the area, happily recommending lovely walks for us to try – Gwion’s walking instructions are the best I have ever encountered. Being able to go over to the farmhouse for a delicious breakfast every morning was a fabulous way to start the day.
Although we packed a lot into our week, there is still plenty for us to do/explore in future in the area, so I really hope we can return soon.
Highly recommended!!

We have just returned from a lovely week in Nant cottage. We were made to feel very welcome, there is a very homely atmosphere. The breakfasts are yummy and everything in the cottage is to a very high standard. Our one year old son loved it here, all the animals kept him entertained for hours, he happily wandered around chasing the ducks and chickens and feeding the pigs. Would definetly recommend this cottage.

We had a lovely week on the farm in Dyffryn Ardudwy. Our kids loved playing with the animals and we had a packed week of activities ranging from walks in Coed y Brenin and a trip on the Welsh Highland Railway to tours of Llechwedd Slate Caverns and Electric Mountain. It’s a great location for a holiday and the scenery and welcome are outstanding. We’re looking forward to our next holiday in North Wales already!

The BEST breakfasts
Friendly welcome
Feeding the pigs
Playing with Dell the Dog
Blue sky days on the Beach
Blue sky days in Coed Y Brenin
Food at the George after cycling the Estuary
Knickerbocker Glories in Barmouth in the sun
Comfortable beds and a stream to play in.
Safe to say we loved every minute of it!!
THANK YOU xxxx

We have just returned home from a week at Byrdir with our 1 year old son Max. We stayed in Nant. The accommodation is finished to a very high standard, it is very comfortable and the views are stunning. We enjoyed a log fire most night (useful given the changeable weather we had!). Gwion and Louise were very welcoming and made our stay very relaxed and enjoyable, pointing us in the right direction to the best attractions and serving a tasty breakfast every morning. Byrdir is in the perfect position for all the best Snowdonia has to offer, we were a short drive from so many great places. The farm setting was also perfect for us, it is very peaceful and Max loved the animals, especially feeding the pigs and watching Dell (the dog) herd ducks.

We would recommend the nearby Bistro Bermo in Barmouth for exceptional food in the evening. The farm park in Criccieth is very good for little ones and Criccieth itself is also very nice for a wander. The beach in Barmouth is stunning. There is also a swimming pool and a very impressive castle in Harlech. The waterfall just up the road is also great, good spot for a picnic if the weather is right.

We will visit again.

Our second visit to Bydir. We stayed in Nant, a superb setting for a family with 2 young kids. Having parents next door in the adjacent Molfre cottage worked perfectly to suit our stay. Gwion and Louise are a fantastic couple with lots of time and enthusiasm for their guests and Wales. Clearly, they are dedicated to very high standards throughout Bydir which are immediately obvious when you arrive. The setting is unbeatable, tranquil, nestled on a hill, surrounded by open fields with magnificent sea views and the imposing mountain of Molfre on your doorstep. We will no doubt be back and hopefully a lot sooner next time. Thanks again for a fantastic stay.

For various reasons Julie and I were really in need of a holiday,and our stay at Nant proved to be perfect. The accommodation was to a very high standard,the barn had been converted by people that cared. The breakfasts were of course outstanding,but even more important was that the traditional warm Welsh welcome was very much evident,we will be back

Thanks to you all at Byrdir for our fabulous first Welsh holiday! Nant was all I hoped for and lovely to come back to at the end of our action packed days. The yummy breakfasts were a welcome start to the day and Gwion and Louise were so helpful , along with Gwions’ parents, – the perfect hosts!
We’re busy recommending Byrdir and Wales to all our nearest and dearest and planning our return.
Once again, thanks so much to you all xxx

Once again we had a fantastic time staying with you, and already planning our next visit. Too many good things to mention but particularly memorable are the breakfasts, climbing cadair iris, walking in the rhinogs and on the beach, and the fine local pubs and restaurants. Thanks again for your very warm welcome, hope to see you again soon.

We had a gorgeous time, thank you. We loved the location, very peaceful, beautiful and calm.

Just returned from a very relaxing week at Nant. Wonderful accommodation, everything we needed and very cosy and quiet. Superb breakfast every day and Gwion & Louise very friendly hosts. Girls loved the animals and were missing Dal as soon as we drove off. Nant is a great base for exploring the attractions of North Wales. Will no doubt be booking again soon.

We had a fabulous extended weekend staying at Nant. A truly delightful cottage, with so much care and attention to detail throughout. Enhanced further still by the sound of the little stream running alongside (from which it takes its name). For those chilly winter evenings, the log burner is fantastic too.

Louise & Gwion were fantastic hosts, with the warmest of welcomes and wonderful homemade cake on offer throughout our stay.

A big thank you to Lowri and Seren too for keeping our daughter Maya entertained – she misses them already !

A superb place to stay, it really is, and highly recommended.

Had a great time in Nant. Lovely breakfast in the farmhouse.Perfect location with easy access to coast and mountains. Very friendly welcome from Gwion and Louise and Dell the dog + chickens + ducks. Accomodation ideal for 2 adults + 2 children with nice airy feel in day and cosy at night. Great shower.
Thats it. Now you can go and see for yourself.
Thanks
Hope to return soon

Our family had a really good holiday in Wales and especially enjoyed the excellent accommodation and breakfast. The beaches nearby are very good and we loved crabbing in nearby Barmouth. The surrounding scenery and landscape is very special with mountains in one direction and beautiful beaches in another. Coming from Norfolk, we aren’t used to hills…never mind mountains!

Our children, aged 7 and 8, both said it was there favourite holiday they’ve had and they did very well walking up and then down Snowdon. There’s lots to do in this part of Wales and i wouldn’t hesitate to recommend staying at Nant.

If I lived nearer I would be coming back for a mini-break soon!

We had a wonderful stay at Nant Cottage! It was so warm and cosy not to mention immaculate!! You could easily tell that a lot of care and attention had been spent on refurbishing this lovely cottage. There was lots to do in this area and the beach was beautiful. We climbed Snowdon and visited Swallow falls with Nant making a perfect base. Thank you so much for a delightful mini break!!

Gwion and Louise- despite the dreadful weather, your wonderful piece of Wales was a bit of heaven for a week. Nant is a lovely, cosy place to stay and surrounded by this magnificent countryside we really enjoyed our stay. The positive side to all the rain was that the waterfalls were stunning and the rivers dramatic.
The pigs and I had many meaningful conversations and they promise me there WILL be baby piglets when we return! I also intend to go into training before then so that I can keep up with the dog-she’s wonderful.Love the way the ducks let her round them up.
The welcome pack and the very tasty breakfasts were much appreciated (oh yes I have been on the scales) but the best part of our stay was the relaxed atmosphere and friendliness. We returned rested and much refreshed. Thankyou so much, see you next year.

Gwion and Louise – Thanks you for allowing us the experience to stay with you in such a beautiful spot in Wales, you are wonderful hosts, the farm was lovely, he Cottage (Nant) was perfect, the breakfasts were lovely, and our two boys thoroughly enjoyed being pig feeders for the week (apologies for the over enthusiasm at the start of the week!). We shall certainly be recommending you to all our friends and family, and we shall definitely be back – we have fell in love with the beautiful location and the beaches there are second to none – and thanks to for ordering that superb weather – I never expected we would be on the beach all day so late in the season and we even went in the sea – this place is FANTASTIC. Thanks again -( oops sorry) – I mean Diolch…… see we even learnt a few key phrases of the local lingo too!!

Kind regards
Cath Steve Luke & Liam Harrison

We had a great time. Me and Jonah loved the animals and say thank you to the girls Lowri and Seren for playing with us. Hope we can see them again. The cottage was lovely and we had a great time having adventures. Enjoyed the breakfast. I could have it every day.
Try and stay again!!
Love Nansi
x x x
I enjoyed it so much.The pancakes were yummy. I loved the anmals, the pigs, the ducks and Del of course. I know a lot about ducks. Ducks take 28 days to hatch. Hope to see you soon.Love from your friend Jonah.X X X. PS Daddy loved running to Cwm Nantcol through the lanes.

We had a great time again at this charming renovated barn. The perfect way to get away from it all. Wake up naturally to the sights and sounds of nature every morning. Close to the mountains and the coast. We’ll be back again one day.
Thanks again and see you soon.
Best Wishes from Germany,
Paul and Ruth

Nant was everything it appeared to be on the website and therefore did not disappoint!!. Easy to find yet perfectly secluded. Had a fabulous girlie break and hope to return with the family as such a beautiful area. Will definitely be recommending to friends.

Just back from a long weekend staying in Nant, absolutely fantastic accommodation, lovely welcome from Gwion and Louise, met the famous dog who was adorable, also saw the lovely piglets.

Can not wait to go back some time next year

Thank you

Beautiful location in a lovely part of Wales. The cottage was lovely and the people too, and the welcome basket is a nice touch. We were also blessed with nice weather for the time of year (early March). Del the dog will keep you throwing sticks all day if you let her…….

Absolutely stunning place to visit.. Couldn’t fault it!
Warm & welcoming hosts, beautiful accommodation (very snuggley & warm in the winter) and incredible views. We’d love to come back please!

We had a lovely time in your fantastic Nant Cottage, its done to a very high standard with great decor, my kind of taste. Thank you for the very kind welcome and the lovely touch of the cider, cheese, biscuits, cake etc. I think the highlight of our stay was meeting your gorgeous dog, could have spent hours playing with her, she’s amazing. You have a fantastic location with stunning views, could not fault anything. I will be recommending you to friends and family, will hopefully see you all again in the future. Have a great Christmas and prosperus New Year, many thanks, Shaun

We had a super time staying in Nant. The cottage and setting are beautiful. Marianna loved everything, especially feeding the pigs, and we all slept like logs. The beaches are awesome, but there is so much to do in the area even when it is raining.

We didn’t get the chance to thank Louise for her wonderful breakfasts (our trousers were tighter when we got back). Gwion was a cheerful host and full of useful local information. We really hope to return.

We had a super time staying in Nant. The cottage and setting are beautiful. Marianna loved everything, especially feeding the pigs, and we all slept like logs. The beaches are awesome, but there is so much to do in the area even when it is raining.

We didn’t get the chance to thank Louise for her wonderful breakfasts (our trousers were tighter when we got back). Gwion was a cheerful host and full of useful local information. We really hope to return.