Top 5 Holiday Cottages in Barmouth

The magical Mawddach estuary, beautiful sandy beaches, and a soaring mountain backdrop. It’s all on the doorstep of our Top 5 holiday cottages in Barmouth.

Once you find a gem like Barmouth you wonder why it took you so long. With a backdrop of one of the most spectacular mountain landscapes in Wales, and brilliant Blue Flag beaches, it’s easy to see why it has attracted generations of devoted visitors.

The gorse-covered hillside of Dinas Oleu (it means Citadel of Light) overlooks the Victorian town, which is home to a pretty quayside and harbour, as well as plenty of shops, cafés and restaurants. There are far-reaching views across Cardigan Bay to Pen Llŷn and Ynys Enlli.

Barmouth’s sandy Blue Flag beach stretches for two miles and is perfect for picnics, swimming, paddling and surfing. Head for the Mawddach Trail footpath for easy-to-access walking and cycling, and if you like a little more ‘wild’ on your holidays, the nearby Eryri mountains offer some of the most spectacular walking landscapes in the UK. The town is just a short distance from one of the UK’s most iconic peaks – Cader Idris. 

Portmeirion, Harlech and Dolgellau are all a short drive away and well worth a visit. For a real taste of the romance of the region, take a ride on one a steam heritage railway at nearby Fairbourne, which is just 3 miles from Barmouth via the ferry, or 14 miles by car. For more inspiration, take a look at our suggestions for Things to do in Barmouth. 

We’ve chosen our top 5 holiday cottages in Barmouth for their idyllic locations, views, interiors and general I-never-want-to-leave appeal. This really is a very special part of Wales. Take a look around.

• Y-Felin, Sleeps 4, Hot Tub, Near Beach, Dog Friendly
• Gors-Y-Gedol, Sleeps 14, Dog Friendly, Near Beach, Near Pub, Real Fire
• Fferm-Frongaled, Sleeps 14, Dog Friendly, Real Fire, Near Beach
• Y-Berllan, Sleeps 4, Dog Friendly, Near Beach, EV Charger
• Melin-Bennar, Sleeps 10, Dog Friendly, Games Room, Real Fire, Near Beach

17th Century Holiday cottage with hot tub and sea views in Dyffryn Ardudwy Snowdonia | Y-Felin

Sleeps 4 | Dog Friendly | Hot Tub | Near Beach | Real Fire | EV Charger

Y Felin, 17th Century Holiday cottage with hot tub and sea views in Dyffryn Ardudwy Eryri (Snowdonia), is half way between Harlech and Barmouth on the Cambrian Coast road. A short grassy drive leads up to a private but sunny garden. (It never rains in Wales, honest!) Slate stepping stones guide you to the front door of this beautiful, typically asymmetrical, 17th century stone cottage.

Elizabethan Manor House Set In Beautiful Countryside | Gors-Y-Gedol

Sleeps 14 | Dog Friendly | Near Beach | Near Pub | Real Fire | Farm Stay | Large Cottage

Cors-Y-Gedol Hall is an Elizabethan manor house set in beautiful countryside in Eryri (Snowdonia), North Wales. The architecture of this amazing property is matched by its rich and fascinating history. If only buildings could talk. The grand fireplace would reminisce how it had warmed the toes of the native princes of Wales. The oak paneled walls in the King’s Bedroom would giggle of the soft snoring of Charles II. The library would whisper of the clandestine plans of the revolutionary Owain Glyndwr and the secret staircases leading down to the servants quarters would blush with stories of flirtatious encounters.

Lovingly Renovated 7 Bedroom Farmhouse With Sea Views | Fferm-Frongaled

Sleeps 14 | Dog Friendly | Real Fire | Near Beach | Farm Stay

This lovingly renovated seven bedroom farmhouse with amazing sea views is a property to enjoy with family and friends in North Wales. An idyllic rural retreat on the coast, Fferm-Frongaled combines Hen-Dy-Frongaled and Ty-Newydd-Frongaled into a fabulous seven bedroom with sea views. The cottage is located between Harlech and Barmouth. Half of the property is located within the original part of the 17th century farmhouse with four bedrooms, sleeping eight. The other half of the property is a lovingly restored traditional Welsh farmhouse with three bedrooms sleeping 6.

Beautifully Renovated Two Bedroom Bungalow Near the Beach | Y-Berllan

Sleeps 4 | Dog Friendly | Near Beach | EV Charger

Set in a village location, Y Berllan is a beautifully renovated two bedroom bungalow near the beach, with great access to Bae Ceredigion (Cardigan Bay). Sleeping four, this fabulous modernised property is an ideal base to explore the stunning coastline and landscapes of the area. With open plan living and a private outdoor space, Y Berllan is the ideal spot to stay away with family or friends, whatever time of year.

Luxury Holiday Cottage in Dyffryn Ardudwy | Melin-Bennar

Sleeps 10 | Dog Friendly | Near Beach | Real Fire | Games Room

Welcome to Melin-Bennar, a luxury holiday cottage in Dyffryn Ardudwy that manages to be both historically grand and “just moved in” pristine. This substantial stone barn conversion is one of four high-quality holiday cottages on a traditional farm site, perfectly positioned where the mountains of Eryri meet the sea.