Y Wenallt

On a working farm, set in the wooded foothills of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) with the Watkin Path on the doorstep and spectacular views of farmland and big landscapes beyond, Y Wenallt is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

A simple, converted first-floor apartment above the modern farmhouse at Hafod y Llan, this cosy, comfortable and practical cottage has an open plan living space, and then a double bedroom and a bathroom through the corridor. The elevation of Y Wenallt means it’s great for watching the bats roost at Hen Dy, the original old farmhouse next door. For a break with friends or family, you could book Hen Dy (sleeps eight) or a pitch or two at Hafod Y Llan Campsite, the family-friendly, riverside campsite behind the farm buildings.

With leisurely farm walks all around, Y Wenallt is the perfect base for exploring Eryri (Snowdonia). You’ll find the beautiful village of Beddgelert three miles away with its stunning river, steam railway, shops and restaurants. It’s also a great spot for climbing Moel Hebog and visiting Glaslyn Gorge. Beach lovers can nip to Morfa Bychan near Porthmadog. Or head up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) itself, via walking, climbing or the train. 

As the second largest National Park in Britain, Eryri (Snowdonia) has miles and miles of countryside and coastline to explore, with rivers, lakes, waterfalls, forests, moorlands and glacial valleys all topped with the incredible mountain range itself. Activities on offer go from high adrenaline canyoning or kayaking to more laid back trips to Sygun Victorian Copper Mine. Explore Plas yn Rhiw on Pen Llyn, or seek out red squirrels at Plas Newydd on Anglesey, all less than an hour away.

Layout

External staircase to the front door.

First floor: Kitchen and sitting room. Bathroom with shower over bath. Double bedroom.

Outside space

A small enclosed patio with seating at the base of the steps to the cottage.

Location: Y Wenallt is located at the foot of Eryri (Snowdonia) on a working farm adjoining the farmhouse.

Children: Not suitable for children.

Heating: Electric wall panel heaters included.

Parking: Parking for one car is available in front of Hen Dy.

Utilities: While there is a microwave and two-ring hob for heating food, there is no cooker. There is also a small fridge.

Please note: There is a campsite in the field behind the cottage, open from Easter until the end of October.

Plastic Free Yr Wyddfa: Plastic Free Yr Wyddfa is an initiative organised by Eryri National Park to protect the mountain’s sustainable future. This cottage, and all National Trust holiday cottages in the national park have been awarded silver status in this plastic-free business programme, and we are making changes to work towards gold status.