Ty'R Afon - River Cottage - Bala

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Ty'R Afon - River Cottage - Bala
The Railway Cottage, Bala, United Kingdom, LL23 7NT·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Location9.8
Staff9.8
Value for money9.5
Facilities9.4
Comfort9.3
Who stays here
Families42%
Groups24%
Couples21%
Solo13%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Location9.8
Staff9.8
Value for money9.5
Facilities9.4
Comfort9.3
Who stays here
Families42%
Groups24%
Couples21%
Solo13%

3-star riverfront holiday cottage in Bala with free breakfast pack and free-range hens

Outdoor Amenities & Grounds

Ty'R Afon - River Cottage sits on a half-acre garden bordered by a river, with an outdoor fireplace and sun terrace for alfresco lounging. The cottage provides a picnic area, BBQ facilities, and outdoor furniture; an electric vehicle charging station is available in the on-site parking. Children enjoy the kids' outdoor play equipment and the free-range hens patrolling the garden.

Accommodation & Interior Comfort

The two-bedroom holiday home includes a washing machine, dishwasher, and microwave, plus a private bathroom with shower. River Cottage is non-smoking throughout, with heating and a smoke alarm for safety. Board games and puzzles are provided for indoor entertainment.

Dining & Welcome Provisions

The cottage offers a complimentary welcome pack: homemade bread, local bacon, eggs, butter, and milk are left for guests. Special diet menus can be arranged on request, and grocery deliveries are accepted for self-catering. Guests can BBQ on the outdoor grill using the provided picnic area.

Location & Activities

Ty'r Afon - River Cottage Bala is 28 km from Lake Vyrnwy and 39 km from Portmeirion, close to the National White Water Rafting Centre. On-site bicycle rental is available for cycling the nearby trails, and guests can canoe, fish, golf (at a local course), or hike directly from the cottage. The river at the garden's edge offers a private setting for wildlife watching and relaxing.

Family-Friendly Features

River Cottage provides board games and kids' outdoor play equipment, keeping children entertained outdoors. The garden's free-range hens are a hit with younger guests, and the sun terrace allows families to picnic together. An electric vehicle charging station and accessible parking simplify arrival for families with multiple vehicles.

  • Location: Riverside garden on the River Dee, near Bala Lake
  • Facilities: Outdoor fireplace, picnic area, BBQ, sun terrace with river views
  • Breakfast: Complimentary welcome pack with homemade bread, local bacon, eggs, butter, milk
  • Activities: Canoeing, cycling, fishing, golf, hiking; bicycle rental on-site
  • Family: Board games, kids outdoor play equipment, free-range hens in garden
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-22:00
from 09:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Rooms and availability

Two-Bedroom Cottage
  • Max:
    4 persons
  • Bed options:
    2 Single beds

Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Free parking
Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Air conditioning
TV

Flat-screen TV

Laundry
Sports activities

Hiking

Cycling

Canoeing

Fishing

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Picnic area/ Tables

Sports & Fitness

  • Wind surfing
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Laundry
  • Grocery shopping service

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Board games
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Ty'R Afon - River Cottage

💵 Lowest room price 99 £
📏 Distance to centre 4.2 km
✈️ Distance to airport 60.7 km
🧳 Nearest airport Chester Hawarden, CEG

Location

The Railway Cottage, Bala, United Kingdom, LL23 7NT
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The Railway Cottage, Bala, United Kingdom, LL23 7NT
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The Railway Cottage, Bala, United Kingdom, LL23 7NT
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
Frongoch Internment Camp memorial
160 m

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