Swn yr Afon

Beautiful property in the heart of Snowdonia- 200 year old cottage with slate and wood floors and a deck set into the mountain behind the cottage.

Super easy to walk into Beddgelert and avoid the traffic too!

Lovely stay in a beautiful village.

We can’t wait to return. Hosts were helpful, accommodating and were quick to respond to any questions we had.

This cottage is absolutely gorgeous.

It’s in the ideal location, just a few minutes walk and you are in the village. The cottage itself it’s very cosy and beautiful. The bed was extremely comfortable and the pillows were amazing! The owners left a lovely welcome pack which was very helpful after nearly a 5 hr drive. The owners were lovely & texted to say everything was ready for us and we could arrive and enter the property straightaway, which was extremely helpful. It’s just gorgeous and in an ideal location. Beddgelert has a very special place in my heart and we come every year and we will definitely be booking this amazing cottage again. Once again, thank you to the owners for making this such a wonderful mini break in your lovely cottage.

We booked as a family of 4 to stay for 5 days for as it was my hubbys 50th and he wanted to have a nice relaxing break, the cottage was lovely and spotlessly clean ,as we entered we were greeted with a cosy warm room( the heating was on and much needed as it was a cold first day ) it was supplied with everything we needed for our stay including coffees, tea and biscuits and even some bitters, every room was comfortable and came with convenient little extras ( hairdryer, towels , books to read and lots of information leaflets etc) it had the beauty of Netflix and also a box of games for some evening entertainment , the cottage was perfect for opening your windows or door onto fabulous views and central to some beautiful little villages ( we went out everyday and visited all the villages and little towns) , most of them are around half an hour drive , and there are lots of shops and a supermarket within easy reach, we loved all of the views and we even had lovely weather on 3 of the days out of 5, if you don’t fancy going out for a drive there are a few shops and a couple of lovely pubs just a short stroll from the cottage.

It was nice to come home after a day out and relax in the cottage , we also had our first cup of tea of the day sitting up on the little bench at the back of the property up some little steps, taking in the views again . After our 5 days there we didn’t want to leave and could have definitely stayed a bit longer , we thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the stay and we will definitely be booking to go back again . A massive thank you to Nigel for making our stay most enjoyable .

We had a wonderful girls weekend at the cottage.

It had absolutely everything you could need and the beds were so comfortable. The only little thing that let it down was the shower. It is not very powerful at all and after a long cold day exploring it could definitely be better!

Lovely cottage in a great location for our Xmas break.

The kitchen was well equipped to cope with the Xmas dinner. Very clean and lovely furnishing.

We were 3 ladies and a dog - we all had a fantastic time and absolutely loved this place.

Clean, cosy, lovely interior and super friendly host checking in via message the first night if everything was ok for us. Couldn't recommend it more - will definately try and stay there again if it's available.

I stayed here last year and booked again once home this is a wonderful house to stay in, just outside of the village with wonderful scenery to enjoy.

The owners were very quick to answer any issues and we also got a lovely welcome text and biscuits upon arrival. Will definitely be booking again

Thank you for a lovely stay at Swm Yr Afon.

The cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed.

We had a great stay - the cottage had everything we needed and the location was also great - just a few minutes walk into Beddgelert village which has a brilliant local shop as well as cafes, pubs and other interesting shops - we will definitely book again, thanks!

Lovely stay at a really nice property in a beautiful setting.

Easy to find, was as described. Perfect for a long weekend, would definitely go again.

It was a beautiful place and the owners were very helpful.

Also easy to find.

Swn yr Afon is a lovely holiday cottage and we had a fantastic week.

We felt settled as soon as we arrived due to there being everything we needed and more-it was really appreciated. The bed in the master bedroom is the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in! (I’d love to know what mattress it is so I can get one for home). The location was perfect, far enough out of the village for it to be quiet, but close enough to walk in for morning coffee and again for dinner. There are also several stunning walks on the doorstep so it was easy to get my teenage children out of the door and immediately into fresh air and beauty. The views from the terrace are spectacular but the steps leading up can be off-putting due to the fact that two of them are slightly broken. This is more of an issue on the way down as it’s quite a reach to avoid stepping on them. It had been mentioned in previous reviews so we were expecting it and it didn’t stop us from going up there. The clothes airer was also broken so we used the tumble dryer instead. It wasn’t an issue but thought you would want to know. This is the second time we’ve visited Beddgelert so may not be back but if we did return, I would definitely stay at Swn yr Afon again. Thank you.

Fabulous cottage!

Veryloviny re-done, excellent facilities and located in a beautiful areas. We really enjoyed our time here and hope to return! Would highly recommend for anyone looking to explore the beauty of Eryri!

Absolutely fantastic location - just on the edge of Beddgelert which meant you didn’t get the congestion and were able to park, but it’s only a pleasant 5 minute walk into the village.

Beautiful views. Interior well equipped with everything you could need. My only criticism is that the outside area at the rear of the property needs maintenance.

A beautiful property that had everything we needed and more as a comfortable, homely base for our Snowdonia getaway.

We will certainly be back!

We had an amazing stay the cottage was lovely and had everything we needed all the little extras made it even better.

If we holiday in this area again we would definitely look to stay here again it was perfect

We had a lovely stay at Swn yr Afon, the cottage is equipped with everything you need and is in a great location to walk into the village.

It was the perfect base for a week of adventures.

A lovely situated property just outside the village, comfortable and we slept very well.

Plenty of facilities in the cottage and lots of room. It is very well situated, with most places, Anglesey, the Llyn Peninsula etc. only an hour's drive and lots of local walking opportunities, Moel Hebog, Snowdon etc. easily doable from the cottage. 10/10 stay.

A great well looked after cottage.

It is extremely well equipped just like home from home. Unlike alot of places I've stayed I found the bed very comfortable. The little bits for welcome was greatly appreciated. I thought the location was also great, just outside the village, but only a few minutes along the river path into the centre, because of this the cottage has fantastic views. We will definitely be returning, I really cannot praise our stay high enough. Brilliant.

Beautiful cottage.

Everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. Welcome pack was a great touch. Can’t fault anything.

love it here been a few times and this is my first feedback.

The cottage is beautiful it's like being at home the nice walk in to the village the pubs are great for food very nice.short drive to tremadog another 2 great places to eat and a superb chippy .loads of places to visit we even went to Anglesey oyster catcher loverly beach only 50 mins away.back to the cottage I'm not a walker hiker but just love going here with family and friends

The property was excellent .

Before arriving communication was great from the owners checking in on our needs and on arrival we received a lovely welcome pack of local sourced beer / coffee /tea biscuits etc . The property itself is in a great location with a short walk to Beddgelert village and the cottage was spotless with everything supplied and nice finishing touches . Parking was good with two lay-bys outside property . Great communication with owners too . Great views from the back garden area. We stayed here as a family of five and was great and had everything we needed.

Honestly it was a really lovely pleasant stay.

We didn't have to worry about any essentials. You can tell that the owners are very thoughtful people and has gone over and beyond to make sure that everything was provided for the things that we may need. Even dogs little treats and own bed were provided if you were to bring your dog. The rooms were beautiful and the beds were so comfortable. Although there were no back garden, there is however a perfect view if you go up the steep steps and relax with a brew taking it all in. The area was perfect for where we wanted to go. Zip world is about 20 mins away where they have bounce below, titan zip line, mine tour etc. Snowdon is about the same. Fforest coaster ride is about 30 mins away. Lots of activities we manage to cram in the area in 4 days, we booked these beforehand. There is an info shop outside the bus stop in village for bus times etc. The village is a 10 mins walk and is in a nice quiet area with a beautiful river flowing through. Really nice mountain views. Evening meals were nice but they do closed early at 9pm and the pub shuts at 10pm so best to go earlier. All in all we had a lovely experience and the owners made sure we were happy with everything. Thanks guys we loved it.

A delightful cottage in perfect location.

Clean and well appointed. If the owner sees this review my daughter feels she left her 16th birthday necklace in the single bedroom bedside table!!! I can't find any contact details for you. Please help.

Beautiful cottage, we really enjoyed our stay.

Perfect distance from the Village, just a short walk along the river. Thank you x

We loved our stay in your beautiful cottage !

It was very clean . It’s stylishly decorated and furnished … love the interior style which added to its charm

Lovely, absolutely lovely.

We booked for next year even before we left. Nuff said.

Beautiful cosy cottage!

Our stay here was extremely comfortable, perfect location and the owners were just lovely! We’ll 100% recommend to all friends and be returning soon.

The most wonderful stay at the cottage every detail has been thought of, we felt immediately at home & the little touches were so lovely.

The whole cottage was immaculate! We cannot wait to visit again. Thank you

Lovely well maintained cottage.

Well equipped kitchen with everything you need. Very comfortable beds in3 bedrooms. Would definitely come back.

House has been beautiful presented.

Has everything you could need for a break away, not to mention the location. It's perfect

Thank you so much for an absolutely brilliant week, there was heaps to do either locally without using the car, or further afield.

We went to sandy beaches, climbed and saw rocky waterfalls, gorges and stunning castles. I have fallen in love with Snowdonia and will be booking again for next Summer. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home!

A lovely stay in July 2023.

Cottage is in a great location just 5 mins from Beddgelert forrest and Watkins and Rhud Ddu path's and immediately opposite a picturesque river. A 5 min walk into the village of Beddgelert where there are dog friendly pubs serving food until 8pm. There's a small section of the walk to the village without a path, but the road isn't busy. The cottage itself was very nicely decorated and had all modern appliances and a smart TV/Wi-Fi which our teenagers liked in the evenings! An airer for wet clothes would have been handy, even though there is a washer/dryer on hand. Overall, a very nice stay in a perfectly situated and very well equipped cottage.

Wonderful cottage with a beautiful position, with the ability to view the mountains from the dinning table at breakfast time.

Found a fabulous walk to the village which has all the amenities we could have wished for. Very friendly locals and was lucky to get to know quite a few people in the area.

Beautiful cottage with everything you could possibly need.

Loved this cottage!

Very comfortable, well equipped and stylishly presented. Good location for short walk into the excellent village of Beddgelert. Convenient parking in adjacent lay-by. We especially enjoyed the elevated terrace with views out towards the mountains.

Very comfortable cottage in wonderful setting.

We really enjoyed our stay. Thank you

Booked this cottage for 5 adults and two large dogs so space was at a premium but we all had enough room to enjoy this quaint, well equipped cottage in the heart of Beddgelert.

A two minute walk to the village pubs, restaurants and craft shops was ideal with a regular bus service into the larger towns if you fancied a change from driving. If you are looking for mountains or rivers to walk/trek then just open the front door and both are directly in front of you!! The owners were absolutely fantastic on ensuring that we had a good time and were in touch on a regular basis throughout our holiday to make sure all was to our satisfaction and provide any information that we may require. Very much looking forward to our next vacation in the village.

Absolutely as described the cottage delivered in every aspect.

Spotlessly clean, so well equipped- a home from home! Cosy in the evenings, efficient heating and kitchen appliances, nothing left us with any negative feelings.The location served us well for Snowdon and the attractions of North Wales and we will certainly be looking to stay in the cottage when we return in the future.

The property was very well presented and exceeded expectations.

The owners were open to swift communication and support, I would highly recommend this property and look forward to staying here again.

Lovely property in a beautiful location.

Amazing holiday!

Perfect weather! Couldn’t have asked for anything more. Thank you so much! We will definitely be booking again

Beautiful cottage, stylish & well equipped in wonderful location

Swn yr Afon was a pretty, well renovated cottage in Beddgelert and had all the mod cons to make it a comfortable stay.

The parking lay-by past the cottage provided ample parking and the walk into the village was 5 minutes. The owners were considerate and friendly and provided us with a Christmas tree and treats for our Christmas stay. It is worth noting that the two main hotels/pubs in Beddgelert (Saracens Head and The Goat Hotel) were both closed in December limiting the choice of pubs to one. Our only concern over the property was the presence of rodents in the cavity walls/ceilings which was noisy and unsettling. Although there was no sign of any droppings etc. in the property the constant scampering above the kitchen and lounge caused anxiety in my son resulting in an early departure. Having flagged the issue during our stay it appears that this is not uncommon in the Winter months due to the cottage's hillside location.

This was our second stay in this lovely cottage, and we can’t recommend it enough.

It’s cosy and stylish, lovely and warm. Beddgelert itself is lovely, but there’s also so much to do around the area too. The beds are incredibly comfortable, and the kitchen has everything you could possibly need, as well as a lovely big table (ideal for dinner and family games). We particularly love the back garden for its views and can highly recommend it on a clear night for stargazing (my son’s favourite part). Incredibly helpful, communicative hosts too! Can’t praise them enough. Thank you for stay. I’m sure we will be back again!

Lovely cottage, nice location.

Very clean. Great little extras made us feel really welcome. Comfortable beds. Great views from up the steps out back. Only negative would be that there was no cupboard space to put tins, cereal boxes etc. would definitely come back again.

Had a great time, cottage was fantastic.

It was very clean with everything you needed. Extra touches were brill. Didn’t really need to take anything but food and drink. Would highly recommend this cottage.

We stayed in this beautiful cottage last week and had a lovely stay.

The cottage itself is gorgeous, very homely and beautifully decorated with all the mod cons. We loved looking at the renovation photos! Parking wasn’t an issue at all, we parked right outside the cottage. The location was perfect for us. Lots of great walks nearby, a lovely lake for paddle boarding and a 5 minute drive to the Watkin Path. The village is a short walk away and has a few nice pubs and a fabulous ice cream parlour. Would definitely stay here again! Thank you!

Our week at Swn yr Afon has honestly been one of our best holidays ever.

We so enjoyed sitting on the deck serenaded by the sound of the river, taking in the stunning mountain views; strolling into the village along the river path for supplies; walking from the house to the incredible Aberglasyn gorge and the nearby lake, Llyn Dinas. The house has been such a wonderful, welcoming base to come back to. It's a very special place and we highly recommend it!

We’ve all had a wonderful stay at the most beautiful cottage ever .

It was absolutely immaculate lovely comfortable spotless beds. We brought two ladies with us with learning difficulties they both would of liked television in their bedrooms as they do at home . We found the stairs very steep so had to accompany both incase they fell down . We also would of liked a hoover but used the brush just as well . Harry our dog absolutely loved his Holiday & loved his little treats ( he left his bowls by mistake sorry ) as did Paul enjoyed his beer

It’s a beautiful place to stay in a fantastic area

Excellent property in our favourite village.

We've been to a number of cottage holidays over the years, and this one was very good indeed.

The cottage was beautifully appointed, the welcome pack left for us, was just great. The Wi-Fi worked perfectly, would we return, most definitely and would recommend it to our friends. Beddgelert itself was a delight, plenty of places to eat in, excellent walks, and the layby was very generous for the parking.

A fabulous cottage all round.

Very clean, well equipped, the comfiest beds ever and an ideal location, a couple of minutes walk into Bedgellart. Couldn’t fault in anyway !!

What an amazing and beautiful cottage!

Swn Yr Afon is the most perfect cottage, with everything you need and more, the welcome pack was a lovely added touch after a long drive, with some dog treats too. We couldn’t have asked for a better holiday, the cottage is in the perfect location with a short walk to the local shops and pubs. We will definitely be returning, this is definitely our favourite property

We stayed in this property after the storms in February 2022 unfortunately we had no Wi-Fi at all while we were there.

The cottage clearly has an issue with Wi-Fi not just on this occasion. It’s mentioned in a previous review and the owner himself said that the previous guests had intermittent Wi-Fi. Unfortunately for us it was a real problem as my husband and daughter had work to do in the evenings. We also missed being able to look up what to do in the area. I wouldn’t want anyone to book this cottage without realising this issue. There is two smart TVs there and two Alexia’s but not any good without Wi-Fi. Unfortunately there are no books to read or board games to play when you have frustrated teenagers!!! The cottage itself is lovely very comfy, clean and in a good location.

A beautifully updated character cottage, cosy and welcoming a real home from home and the easiest to use Woodburning stove of any cottage we have stayed in.

A lovely welcome pack was provided on arrival which was very welcome.

The cottage is very well stocked with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Warm and cosy at the end of January. Beautiful setting and had lovely walks from the front door.

The cottage was absolutely fantastic, newly refurbished, very clean and great location for walking in snowdonia and visiting the beaches.

Bedgelert is very pretty. The owners have thought about everything, welcome pack and all the facilities you need. Would definitely stay again. Only issue we had was with the Wi-Fi which was intermittent, could be a concern if you need to be contactable and we couldn’t watch Netflix or other channels in the evening. There’s a free WiFi in the village a short walk away which we used occasionally. Strongly recommend and thanks for a lovely stay.

Swn yr Afon was just as described a beautiful, comfy cottage by the sound of the river.

We loved our three night break. The cottage has everything you need and indeed the local shop has everything else! We very much appreciated the welcome and enjoyed looking at the photos of the renovation. We chose Beddgelert as a central point to explore Snowdonia, the coastal path of Porth y Gest and Beddgelert itself. Thank you for allowing our little fury friend to stay he loved the local walks and visit to the local pub!!

Beautifully presented cottage in the heart of Snowdonia.

The owners have really thought of everything!

Wonderful Welsh cottage, SWN YR AFON Beddgelert, wE LOVE YOU.

Contemporary, cosy, comfy. We looked forward to coming back after dog walking, Snowdon on tap, high end appliances lovely welcome basket of goodies. Great owners, great holiday

Welcoming stylish cottage furnished to high standard of detail and cleanliness.

Fabulous linen and appliances. We could tell the place had been lovingly restored. Everything was first class - great welcome treats too.

Accommodation was superb

Lovely quaint cottage, updated to a good standard, especially the kitchen.

Lovely welcome tray on arrival, even treats for any four legged friends staying.

We have recently come back following a week's stay at this cottage as a family of 5.

This is a part of Wales we have never been to before but can't wait to go back to. The cottage was absolutely beautiful and was recently refurbished to a very high standard. Even though there were 5 adults, there was plenty of room, extremely comfortable and there was everything there that we could have possibly needed. The little additional touches were lovely also. I would thoroughly recommend to anyone who would like to explore this idyllic part of the country.

We've just returned from a great week away in this beautiful cottage.

It was exceptionally well equipped, clean and renovated tastefully. The location is perfect, a short walk into Beddgelert itself and surrounded by mountains, overlooking a stream. The little touches that were left for us were really appreciated... a welcome tray and little hand made soaps, sourced locally on each bed. Just a word of warning.. the stairs inside and up to the decking area are quite steep and treads are narrow so care needed if you have mobility issues. All in all a beautiful oasis and a much needed break.