Top 5 Holiday Cottages in Barmouth
Published on 6 Nov 2023 by Gwion LlwydThe 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.
Top 5 Holiday Cottages in Barmouth
BEAUTIFUL SEASIDE HOLIDAY COTTAGE IN DYFFRYN ARDUDWY NEAR BARMOUTH | GLANABER
Sleeps 6 | Dog Friendly | Near Beach | Real Fire
You’ll find this beautiful seaside holiday cottage in Dyffryn Ardudwy near Barmouth. Recently renovated, it has a magazine-photoshoot-ready interior which exudes a happy warmth. Glanaber sleeps up to six guests in two doubles and one twin bedroom, and is perfect for a relaxed family getaway.
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.
DOG FRIENDLY COTTAGE WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF THE BEACH | YSGUBOR-BENNAR
Sleeps 5 | Dog Friendly | Near Beach | Near Pub
A stunning barn conversion, Ysgubor-Bennar is a wonderful two storey, two bedroom, two bathroom cottage on the coast of North West Wales. Sleeping five, this fabulous dog friendly cottage is within walking distance of the beach. With a completely refurbed interior, the property near Dyffryn Ardudwy retains the charm and character of the traditional building, while creating a bright, sleek and modern interior. For beach walks or a relaxing break in the countryside, Ysgubor-Bennar is the perfect property.
STUNNING THREE BEDROOM FARMHOUSE WITH SEA VIEWS | TY-NEWYDD-FRONGALED
Sleeps 6 | Dog Friendly | Near Beach | Near Pub | Real Fire | Farm Stay
This stunning three bedroom farmhouse with sea views is a property not to be missed, for a fabulous break in North Wales. The three gabled, west facing stone building is the perfect spot to get away from it all, and to explore the beauty of the area. Located between Harlech and Barmouth, there are three bedrooms, sleeping six in total.
SELF CATERING BARN CONVERSION ON A WORKING SNOWDONIA FARM | NANT
Sleeps 4 | Near Beach | Hot Tub | Real Fire | Farm Stay | EV Charger
Nant, which means brook or spring in welsh and refers to the small brook that runs past this cottage, is a two bedroom self catering barn conversion in Dyffryn Ardudwy. It’s difficult for me to be objective when describing Nant as it’s the larger of the five self catering cottages that we let out ourselves here on the farm. But I hope you’ll agree when I say they’re nicely furnished and decorated.
