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Yr Aran

Bala, North Wales & Snowdonia (Ref. 1168420)

Customer rating

4.8★

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Menai Holiday Cottages rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Electric car charging
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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4 Customer Review(s)

  • Rose

    “Lovely quiet cottage in a beautiful area.”

    Nice views from lounge. Everything in good working order, plenty of room and good parking. Need to take a dish cloth and/or sponge for washing up, towel for kitchen etc! Not provided. Sorted that out at local store. Sat Nav takes you left off the road, away from the cottage. Directions could be clearer eg. Turning to cottage is on left on road from Bala and is a rough uphill track. Even with the traffic mirror marker, it's too easy to miss or dismiss as a footpath. Lovely spot though.

    Nice views from lounge. Everything in good working order, plenty of room and good parking. Need to take a dish cloth and/or sponge for washing up, towel for kitchen etc! Not provided. Sorted that out at local store. Sat Nav takes you left off the road, away from the cottage. Directions could be clearer eg. Turning to cottage is on left on road from Bala and is a rough uphill track. Even with the traffic mirror marker, it's too easy to miss or dismiss as a footpath. Lovely spot though.

    - Rose, September 2025

    Thank you for your review, just to clarify there is a tea towel in the kitchen, I would take issue with the rough track , it's a gravel drive no potholes whatsoever, most people have no problem with finding the property, you can also use the what 3 word app which brings you to the door of the cottage. Thank you for staying with us. Wyn and Mandy Property Owner

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin, and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin, and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room
  • Oil central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Private parking for 3 cars
  • EV charging available
  • Non-enclosed, rear garden with decking, lawn, and furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop and pub 0.5 miles, river and lake 0.9 miles
  • Note: Property is accessed via a rough track
  • Note: Boot room available - shared with Yr Arenig

The property

Yr Aran is a welcoming, stone-built cottage resting in Bala, Gwynedd, boasting EV charging, ground-floor living, Smart TV, and stunning countryside views.

Corwen 11.7 miles; Dolgellau 18.4 miles; Llangollen 21.5 miles; Betws-y-Coed 22.5 miles.

Bala Barn Conversions

The Bala Barn Conversions consists of a lovely pair of barn conversions resting in the quaint town of Bala, Gwynedd. This collection offers stunning countryside views, off-road parking, and EV charging, making it ideal for families or groups of friends on a rural retreat in Gwynedd. Nearby your holiday abodes you’ll find an array of shops in Bala if you’re in need of any essentials. Soak up your local surroundings and visit the Canolfan Pererin Mary Jones Pilgrim Centre, then take a scenic stroll down to Llyn Tegid and try your hand at an array of watersports, including sailing, kayaking, and paddleboarding. Give the chef a break at one of the nearby eateries such as the Old Wives' Tales, Pizzeria ai fresco, and Plas Yn Dre. Fancy a beach day? Take that short drive to Barmouth for a dip in the ocean under the sun! A journey towards Llangollen rewards you with the timeless Llangollen Railway and the historic Llangollen Bridge, along with the motoring marvels of the Llangollen Motor Museum. Padog is calling your name to start your Eyri National Park adventure with some scenic walking routes, along with a chance to explore some caves! Nature enthusiasts will not want to miss out on a visit to Rhaeadr Ewynnol, also known as Swallow Falls, just a short trip from the rolling woodland landscape of Gwydir Forest Park. Be sure to visit Fairy Glen for an enchanting walk within a beautiful area of outstanding natural beauty, and treat the whole family to an adventure-filled outing at Zip World Betws-y-Coed. Whether you crave culture, scenery or thrill, The Bala Barn Conversions boast the best of Wales at your doorstep.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

BALA

Corwen 11 miles; Dolgellau 18 miles; Llangollen 22 miles; Betws-y-Coed 29 miles.

The bustling market town of Bala lies within the beautiful Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park and is located at the head of Llyn Tegid, Bala’s famous lake, which is the largest natural lake in Wales and home to a unique fish called the Gwyniad, a relic of the Ice Age. Renowned as a centre for great watersports including fishing, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and whitewater rafting, Bala is also the headquarters of the narrow gauge Bala Lake Railway. The town itself is steeped in history and has a range of interesting shops, inns and restaurants, and an historical Town Walk. Surrounded by the wonderful Berwyn Mountains on one side and the beautiful Eryri (Snowdonia) Mountain Range on the other, this is a mecca for climbing, walking, mountain biking and many other outdoor activities. An ideal location for touring all of North and Mid Wales including the stunning Cambrian Bay Coast with the six-mile long Harlech Beach, overlooked by its majestic medieval castle. A truly wonderful part of Wales catering for all interests.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas