Guests say
Fro Awel is a well-received cottage in Dolgellau, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location. Guests appreciate the well-maintained property, cosy atmosphere, and thoughtful touches. The garden and river add to the charm, and the proximity to local amenities and walking trails is a highlight. Some minor maintenance issues and ventilation concerns are noted, but overall, the cottage offers a delightful stay.
Guests consistently mention the cottage being very clean and tidy, indicating high standards of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is highly praised for its centrality to shops, pubs, and natural attractions, with the added benefit of off-road parking. Some guests noted a slight disturbance from nearby buildings, but overall the location is considered excellent.
Reviews frequently describe the cottage as comfortable, cosy, and well-furnished, with comfy beds and a relaxing garden. A few guests mentioned issues with ventilation and noise, slightly impacting the comfort score.
The property is well-equipped with a good quality kitchen, efficient heating, and a lovely shower. Some guests suggested minor maintenance and improvements, but overall the facilities are very good.
While guests have mentioned a welcome pack and starter pack for the woodburner, there are not enough references to consistently provided gifts to accurately score thoughtfulness. It should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
This charming, traditional, Welsh vernacular-style cottage is a Grade II listed, 18th century stone cottage with a fascinating history and plenty of stories to tell. Lying at the foothills of the wonderous Cadair Idris Mountain and with views of its peak, Penygader, Fro Awel is ideal for a family or group wanting to explore the Snowdonia National Park. Entering the property, you will find a sitting room with stunning feature solid oak beams and a huge bressumer over the woodburning stove, which fills the space with warmth, with plenty of seating to relax on as you enjoy flicking through your favourite shows on the Smart TV. Prepare your delicious home-cooked meals in the fully fitted and well-equipped kitchen/diner, which sports a washer/dryer and dishwasher for your convenience, and enjoy eating as a group around the large dining table, enjoying good food and good conversation. The charm of the cottage continues upstairs, with three charming bedrooms, complete with low beams and window seats. Guests can choose from either the king-size, double or twin room, each boasting antique furnishings and storage for your belongings. Relax at the end of the day with a soak in the traditional-style clawfoot tub or rejuvenate in the shower, while the marble-effect Victorian-style bathroom furniture blends seamlessly with the imposing beams. Take a stroll outside to the enclosed rear garden,featuring a lawn area, stone patio and to add to the twinkle of the property's charm, there's also a rear barn which formerly housed a candle factory that supplied light to the miners of the Bontddu Gold Mine in the 1800s. The River Arran flows right behind the property, adding a soothing backdrop of trickling water during a summer's day when you’re sat outside. The cottage is in a prime location for those wanting to explore the Snowdonia National Park and surrounding area. With plenty of shops, pubs, bars, and restaurants all within walking distance, guests at Fro Awel will be spoilt for choice and able to access all that Dolgellau has to offer. Dolgellau boasts stunning scenery including Cadair Idris mountain, The Mawddach Trail and Coed-y-Brenin forest, offering keen ramblers and walkers an enticing amount of choice for exploration on foot. Outdoor enthusiasts have mounds of activities to choose from, including exploring the Snowdonia mountains, or mountain biking at Afan Forest Park. Alternatively, visit the sandy beaches at Barmouth, Aberdovey and Fairbourne for a fun filled day at the seaside. Fro Awel is a charming and unique dwelling ready to host an unforgettable experience, set within the Snowdonia National Park.
The market town of Dolgellau is situated between the Cadair Idris mountain range and the sea, just south of Snowdonia. The town boasts various shops, pubs, restaurants, cafes, bakeries and a wine bar, and is home to over 200 listed buildings. There are dedicated cycle routes all around the area, along with walking trails and mountain biking, whilst nearby beaches include Barmouth, Fairbourne and Aberdovey. Coed y Brenin is nearby, offering a mountain bike trail and opportunities for outdoor activities accompanied by mountains, forests, waterfalls, castles, and beaches.
Accommodation
Sykes Gem Awards 2024 Gold winner for Best for Walking.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double and 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, books, Smart TV with Blu-ray and WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Dining booster seat (suitable for children who can sit up by themselves), travel cot and stairgate.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Garden with lawned area, patio and seating.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop within 0.1 miles, pub within 0.1 miles.
Note: Due to the age of this property it has low ceilings and door frames throughout, please consider this when booking
Reviews (26)
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Gary
My first stay here and not my last. We had a fantastic stay here everything was great
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Sarah
Walking straight from the door around the surrounding mountains and estuary. The town has everything you need close by. The outside space and seating was great in the lovely weather with the river at the bottom of the garden. The kitchen is well equipped and spacious which was ample for the six of us. This is the second time we have stayed in this cottage and we will be returning. Thankyou
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Lorayne
This was a wonderful place to stay so close to everything you could possibly need we felt so comfortable slept well and loved sitting by the river with a glass of wine we will definitely be back