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19th century Snowdonia Mountain Cottage Peaceful & Tranquil (Pet Friendly)

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Myn Mawr
A stone wall with a small wooden structure, a grassy area with flowers, and a mountainous landscape in the background.
A small, cozy room with a wooden table and chairs, a window with a hanging lamp, and a door with a handle.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a floral bedspread, a nightstand with a candle, and a small shelf with books.
Built circa 1820, the walls of Myn Mawr are 2ft deep

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Eryri National Park
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Nant Peris, Wales
  • Place, Eryri National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Pen-y-Pass
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Pyg Track
    ‪1 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

19th century Snowdonia Mountain Cottage Peaceful & Tranquil (Pet Friendly)

Rustic, unmodernised and very basic. Myn Mawr is an 18th-century traditional Welsh cottage. Very few changes have been made to the cottage since it was built. It’s definitely a complete detox from 21st-century life. Recently used as a film location.
Truly beautiful in its simplicity and sense of timelessness, but if you need all mod cons and squeaky clean, then definitely not right for you.
One bedroom, living room, kitchen & bathroom. Garden at the front looking straight onto Yr Wyddfa (Mt Snowdon) massif.

The cottage is ancient with thick walls but can get dusty! If you don’t mind a few cobwebs here & there and the very basic furnishings and lack of luxe you’ll be rewarded with a truly unique experience.





In the heart of Snowdonia National Park, an early 19th century unmodernised traditional Welsh cottage. On the Glyder mountain range looking onto Yr Wyddfa (Mt Snowdon) massif with uninterrupted 360 degree mountain views. The cottage is in the very heart of a designated Dark Sky Reserve - One of just 12 in the world. On clear nights, it is a paradise for stargazers and astronomers. The perfect detox from modern life. Water source is from the river behind the cottage. Fine for bathing etc with bottled water provided for drinking.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11949883
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Caernarfon

Located in Caernarfon, this cottage is in the mountains. Llyn Dinas and Tyddyn Mawr Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Eryri National Park and Padarn Country Park. Hafod Eryri and Llanberis Lake Railway are also worth visiting. Snorkelling and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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Nant Peris, Wales

What's nearby

  • Eryri National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Pen-y-Pass - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Pyg Track - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Miner's Track - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Zip World Penrhyn Quarry - 31 min drive - 33.1 km

Getting around

  • Llanberis Station - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caffi Gwynant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Caffi Caban - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cwellyn Arms - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Snowdon Railway Station Buffet - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rumdoodles - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 19th century Snowdonia Mountain Cottage Peaceful & Tranquil (Pet Friendly) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at 19th century Snowdonia Mountain Cottage Peaceful & Tranquil (Pet Friendly)?

As of 5 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 19th century Snowdonia Mountain Cottage Peaceful & Tranquil (Pet Friendly) on 5 Nov, 2026 start from S$320, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 19th century Snowdonia Mountain Cottage Peaceful & Tranquil (Pet Friendly)?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 19th century Snowdonia Mountain Cottage Peaceful & Tranquil (Pet Friendly)?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 19th century Snowdonia Mountain Cottage Peaceful & Tranquil (Pet Friendly)?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 19th century Snowdonia Mountain Cottage Peaceful & Tranquil (Pet Friendly) located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pen-y-Pass, Pyg Track and Miner's Track. Eryri National Park and Padarn Country Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 8 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 8 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Cara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in an idyllic setting.Sitting outside with a nice glass of wine looking at Mount Snowdon with nothing but the sheep for company, is the definition of peace.Perfect location and wonderful communication with the host.Would have loved a shower at the end of the day, especially coming off the mountain, however you can’t have everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2026
What a shame that you deducted 2* for the ancient cottage not having a shower. It isn’t meant to! This cottage is ancient and the antique roll top bath is the nearest to authenticity we can get. We specify ‘no shower’ so I would suggest you check amenities before booking another stay in a different cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Al G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phenomenal stay in an almost off grid cottage - it felt like unplugging and stepping back in time. Well located for multiple hikes and on the bus route!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May, 2026
It was simply lovely to have you both as guests for this very special time! I’m so glad you loved your stay, and you’re both always welcome back !
Verified review

8/10 Good

Martin C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was the perfect peaceful escape that we wanted. The location is beautiful and quiet, with only the sheep breaking the silence.The description is accurate - the cottage is very rustic, cosy, and had everything we needed. The bathroom doesn't have a shower, but there is hot water and a bath if want it. The track up to the cottage is steep and narrow in places. As advised, we did walk the path first to check we were confident to drive up.I won't miss bumping my head on the low door frame into the kitchen, but other than that, we didn't want to leave - it was so peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2026
Thanks so much. I m delighted you felt the magic and had a fabulous time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Anna-Maria H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we wanted. Back to basics. Host was very helpful. Only downside is the walk up to the cottage - very hard in lots of snow with bags but I can imagine it would be idyllic in the summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Simon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an incredible place to find yourself. So cut off from the modern world, a perfect respite. The property is so cosy and provided with all the basics you need to get by. A slower pace of being and so so much charm! Make sure you take food supplies and a torch with you as there's not many services nearby! Prepare to switch off and climb some mountains!!
Views from the front door!...
Start of the climb to Snowdon
From the drive way
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov, 2025
I’m so glad you felt the magic! Beautiful photos and look forward to welcoming you both back
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Krzysztof J.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
This property needs upgrade, bathroom needs replacing tabs and bath, very old and dirty. Water pressure very bad , kitchen sink not completely trash. Only view amazing. Fire place leaking. Owen completly not to use, dirty and sticky. All kitchen is sticky, I understand old cottage but some cleaning is inportand
Not to use bath
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct, 2025
How sad that you spent your stay whinging about the cottage - having obviously NOT READ THE LISTING. Thank you for the lovely photos of the magic blue river marks in the bath; the early 19th century paint on the stairs ( left as a memoir to the history of the cottage) Your wife was disgusted by your ‘review’ and was genuinely surprised that you thought 2 people could fit into an antique roll top bath. Regarding the cooker? What filter did you use to take your David Bailey photos? Travel lodge is only a few miles away. I suggest you book in for a sterile w/end asap
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lucy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved our stay at this charming cottage! Firstly, it is situated in one of the most beautiful places in the world, you are right in the heart of Snowdonia, surrounded by mountains, waterfalls and greenery. The cottage lies right next to a footpath which leads to a challenging but rewarding climb. We came here because we wanted to take advantage of the dark sky area and we had two fantastic nights of observing with our telescope here. As for the cottage itself, we found it to be very cosy and very warm once we had put the electric heaters on for a bit(the building retains heat very well and the bedroom was very cosy, we had an excellent night’s sleep) The log burner is currently awaiting servicing, but this didn’t affect our trip at all as we spent most of it outside ! The bath does take a while to fill but remember that you’re staying in a traditional Welsh cottage whose water source is the river nearby. We truly loved staying in the cottage because it gave us a small insight into the reality of living on the mountain. The kitchen is fully equipped for everything you need with pans and crockery etc. We would highly recommend for you to stay here if you need to get away from it all and want to enjoy nature, the sky and each others’ company. We can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2025
Lucy and Tom, stargazers! Thank you for being such perfect guests. I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay so much and got good weather for your stargazing! Looking forward to welcoming you back! The chimnea in the garden is now officially the ‘Lucy & Tom stargazing chimnea’!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Judith B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sehr einfache Unterkunft in einer landschaftlich sensationell schönen Lage. Das Haus ist ein guter Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge und Wanderungen in Snowdonia. Mit größeren Wägen z.B. einem VW Bus kann man nicht direkt bis zum Haus fahren und muss noch ein kurzes Stück laufen. Uns hat eine Dusche im Bad gefehlt, aber dafür war es sehr schön vor dem Haus zusitzen und einfach die Landschaft zu genießen und die Schafe zu beobachten.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2026
Glad you enjoyed your stay Judith. As described, we do not have a shower and the track, as described is narrow in places! I’m glad you were able to enjoy the magnificent views and the peace and quiet. Enjoy your Summer!

About the host

Hosted by Linda

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Originally from London, I moved to Snowdonia in the ‘90’s and love the mountains and lakes and the tranquility of the area. I swim in lakes year-round and have a west highland terrier.

Why they chose this property

The Snowdonia National Park is an incredible place. I have lived in the area for 34 years and I’m still amazed by the beauty! There is truly something for everybody. Fabulous walks and hikes, beautiful lakes to swim, forests, wild goats roaming, the changing seasons on the mountain.
I also love the fact that Snowdon is accessible to everyone because of the train. It’s quirky unique, ancient and utterly tranquil

What makes this property unique

Myn Mawr is a complete detox from 21st century life ~ perfect for people who want a truly authentic & immersive mountain retreat experience ,appreciating its simplicity and complete lack of luxe.

A river runs behind the cottage, a waterfall too. It’s surrounded by mountains and was built from stone hewn from the mountain many many moons ago.

The Cottage was built in the early 19th century and has not been modernised or changed in anyway; therefore, it remains unique. It’s quirky and authentic and has a real sense of Soul.

Languages:

English, French
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