Ty'n Lon Isaf, Bontddu welcomes you into a traditional farmhouse kitchen with windows looking out over two very different sides of the garden, ideal for preparing meals while watching the world go by outside. Step through to the adjoining dining table in the lounge, where original beams, an inglenook fireplace and feature stone walls set the scene for shared suppers and lazy breakfasts alike. Relax afterwards on the rustic chairs beside the crackling wood burner, or settle in to enjoy the Smart TV and DVD player after a day of adventure. A useful utility room, cloakroom and stylish shower room sit just two steps down from the kitchen, while upstairs a peaceful library landing offers further seating from which to soak up the ever-changing mountain views.
Heading outside, the large, multi-level garden tumbles down towards the Hirgwm River, offering a lower picnic table for watching the gushing stream and an upper bench with views towards Cadair Idris for your morning coffee. A separate riverside games and sunroom provides extra seating for al fresco dining, with the sound of the river and the occasional visiting heron for company. Upstairs, two characterful bedrooms, one double and one twin, feature original uneven floorboards and exposed beams, each brimming with old farmhouse charm. Off-road parking for two cars is available, along with an on-site EV charger for eco-conscious travellers.
Picture mornings spent gazing over Cadair Idris with coffee in hand, the gentle rush of the Hirgwm River drifting up from the garden below. Afternoons might be filled with hill walks through ancient woodland or a gentle amble along the Mawddach Trail, before returning to the crackle of the wood burner as dusk falls. As night deepens, step outside to marvel at truly dark skies, the hoot of owls the only sound beyond the river's murmur.
Ty'n Lon Isaf, Bontddu sits in a secluded spot within the Southern Area of Eryri National Park, perfectly placed for exploring some of Snowdonia's most fascinating attractions. Llanfair Slate Caverns (12 km) reveal the fascinating history of Welsh slate mining through atmospheric underground tours. King Arthur's Labyrinth in Corris (15 km) takes visitors on an underground boat journey through ancient Welsh legends, dragons and epic battles. Zip World Llechwedd (27 km) offers thrilling zip lines and trampolines deep within a former slate mine, while Sygun Copper Mine near Beddgelert (30 km) invites exploration of atmospheric tunnels once worked by Victorian miners.
Venture further afield to discover more of North Wales' finest landmarks. Caernarfon Castle (46 km) is one of Britain's most magnificent medieval fortresses, its towering walls steeped in royal history. Anglesey Sea Zoo and Marine Resource Centre near Brynsiencyn (49 km) brings the fascinating marine life of the Welsh coast to life through engaging displays and hands-on encounters. Treborth Botanic Garden in Bangor (52 km) offers peaceful woodland and glasshouse trails, perfect for a leisurely afternoon amid rare plants and towering trees.
The fairy-tale village of Portmeirion, with its colourful Italianate architecture and sub-tropical gardens, lies 19 kilometres from the cottage, making for a memorable day trip. Meanwhile, the seaside university town of Aberystwyth is 39 kilometres away, where a Victorian promenade, historic castle ruins and a cliff railway combine to create a classic Welsh coastal outing.
