The Watering Hole Gwernfeistrol | Stunning UK Hot Tub Break

About The Watering Hole Gwernfeistrol

Imagine a serene escape nestled amongst 160 acres of lush farmland, where The Watering Hole Gwernfeistrol offers a tranquil retreat with a touch of luxury. This detached farmhouse, complete with period features and modern comforts, is the perfect setting for a memorable getaway.

Accommodating up to 6 guests within its 3 beautifully appointed bedrooms, this cottage is ideal for family or friends seeking both relaxation and adventure.

The enclosed garden provides a secure space for pets, while the hot tub beckons for evenings under the stars.

Inside, the farmhouse charms with a log burner, a well-equipped kitchen, and a cosy lounge. The games area adds a playful touch, ensuring entertainment for all ages.

With its idyllic location close to Bala, you're perfectly positioned to explore the natural beauty and cultural delights of North Wales.

Whether you're looking to unwind in the hot tub, explore the surrounding countryside, or simply enjoy the peace and quiet, this cottage offers a slice of rural bliss with all the comforts of home.

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Need To Know

✓Downstairs bathroom
✓Enclosed garden / patio
✓Open fire / wood burner
✓Hot tub
✓Internet access
✓Working farm
✓Games / Play facilities
✓Fishing on site / nearby
✓Family friendly
✓Parking on site / nearby
✓Cottage

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Ty Gwair

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Helpful Info To Get More From Your Stay

What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests have been captivated by the clean, comfortable, and spacious interiors of the cottage, along with its wonderful views. The hot tub is a particular highlight, especially on clear, starry nights. The secure garden for pets and the cottage's quiet, secluded position, with walks right from the door, have made stays more relaxing and enjoyable. The proximity to Bala for dining out and shopping adds to the convenience, while the lack of light pollution allows for stunning stargazing opportunities.

Getting there

To get to The Watering Hole Gwernfeistrol, if travelling by car, take the A5 to the A494, which leads directly to Bala. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is Betws-y-Coed, from where you can hire a taxi for the final leg of your journey.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	2.1 miles	LL23 7AG
Train station (Betws-y-Coed)	16.8 miles	LL24 0AE
Pub	2 miles	LL23 7SH
Dog walk	0.5 miles	LL23 7SB
Supermarket	1.9 miles	LL23 7AH
Indian takeaway (Bala Spice)	2 miles	LL23 7AG
Chinese takeaway (Bala Cottage Chinese)	2 miles	LL23 7AG
Italian takeaway (Plas Yn Dre)	2 miles	LL23 7LU

For families with Kids

This destination is family-friendly, with ample space for children to play and explore the farmland. Nearby Bala offers a cinema and swimming pool, while the natural lake is perfect for boating adventures. The enclosed garden ensures a safe environment for outdoor fun.

Is The Watering Hole Gwernfeistrol A good location for couples?

For couples, this secluded farmhouse offers a romantic retreat with stunning mountain views and cosy evenings by the log burner. Nearby, Bala Lake provides a picturesque setting for romantic walks, and the local steam railway offers a charming day out.

Dining and Cafes

Closest to your stay is Plas Yn Dre (01678 521256), a welcoming restaurant offering a variety of dishes. For a cosy café experience, visit Caffi'r Cyfnod (01678 521260), both located in Bala, just a short drive away.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find the charming town of Bala, offering a natural lake, quaint pubs, galleries, and shops, as well as scenic walks and local produce.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation features a Jacuzzi hot tub, perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring the countryside or gazing at the stars on a clear night.

Is the property pet-friendly?

Indeed, the property welcomes up to three dogs, providing a secure enclosed garden for them to enjoy. There is a charge per dog for full or part weeks.

How many bedrooms does the accommodation have?

The accommodation boasts three bedrooms, comprising a super-king-size, a king-size, and a twin room, all furnished with quality linen and TVs for a comfortable stay.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Guests can check in from 17:00 onwards, and the check-out time is before 10:00, ensuring ample time to settle in and prepare for departure.

Is there parking available at the property?

Yes, there is ample off-road parking available for guests, with space for three cars at the property, providing convenience and security for your vehicle.

Are there any additional fees to be aware of?

An Accidental Damage Deposit is required when booking this property, but it may be waived for a fee. Further details will be provided during the booking process.

The Watering Hole Gwernfeistrol Reviews

Carol

We enjoyed a wonderful stay. Quiet, peaceful, beautiful scenery. Very cosy, spacious and exceptionally well equipped. Great for the dogs, lovely walks straight from our door, fantastic utility area to house coats, boots etc. Really enjoyed meeting the cows and their calves! Great location, not far from Bala, good for food shopping at Co-op! Hot tubRead more was the highlight and enjoyed by all of us, especially on a clear evening, star gazing! Owner very helpful and only a phone call away if needed. Hide

Lyndsey

We had a fabulous stay at the watering hole, very tranquil and peaceful, relaxing location. Close to Bala but secluded in beautiful countryside with great views. Fantastic hot tub which we enjoyed most evenings. The lake is a lovely spot, unfortunately when we tried to access this in the mornings we couldn't get through due to the cows and calves, Read morewe tried again later in the afternoon and it was more accessible so would recommend visiting later, however, stay aware the cows may return. Hide

Karen

Fabulous location, wonderful scenery, secluded and secure for our 3 dogs. The Hot tub was fantastic and we used it every day ( even when it rained!) House was clean, welcoming and had everything we could wish for, walking to private lake, only a short distance away was peaceful and views were stunning. Highly recommend as a relaxing getaway ( only Read more10 minutes to Bala) and we are already planning a revisit. Hide

Roz

Lovely peaceful location near to Bala lake, ideal for water sports enthusiasts. Cottage lovely and clean, all the rooms are spacious. Kids loved playing in the games area, and in the hot tub. Really enjoyed sitting outside and taking in the scenery.

Deborah

A lovely secluded spot. House had everything we needed and was warm, cosy. Hot tub used everyday in a sheltered spot. Dog friendly garden - no escapes by our 2. Views to die for. A very restful week for 4 very busy adults. Highly recommended.

Rachel

We had lovely time exploring North Wales as we always do. The farm house was a good base from which to do this.

Janet

A lovely, warm and cosy, very well equipped cottage. In fact the kitchen was exceptionally equipped with every cooking aid imaginable! The hot tub was a delight after a day out in the rain and we certainly made use of it. The utility room is great for the dogs and our three had a great time in Lake Bala. Overall, a lovely peaceful place to stay andRead more we highly recommend it. Hide

Amy

We loved staying in this cottage it is clean ,comfortable and very spacious with wonderful views. The family enjoyed the hot tub especially on starry nights. The cottage is situated in a quiet position with no near neighbours and walks from the door but not far from Bala should you wish to eat out or need any shopping The garden is secure for the dRead moreogs which always makes a holiday more relaxing and enjoyable. Hope to stay again sometime Hide

Claire

Had a lovely stay at the cosy farm house. Perfect rural location.

Lorraine

Had a great week staying at this lovely cottage Had everthing you need

Tina

Lovely remote location with fantastic views of the hills. There were so many stars to see on a clear night as there's no light pollution. Owners very helpful and friendly but not intrusive.

Ian

Lovely farmhouse in a beautiful location. Neighbours are the cows and sheep, plenty of footpaths to wander off on and the hot tub is there to relax in when you get back. Bala barely a 10min drive ,has pretty much everything you need shops, pubs and takeaway wise. The rest of Eryri and coast is pretty much all within 30-45 mins drive. Beware the odd RAF trainer, they can get very low! Owners very friendly and only a phone call away if you need them, but otherwise leave you to get on with it.

Ann

Fabulous farmhouse in beautiful setting. Views to die for. Very peaceful but pnly 5 mins drive from Bala. Kitchen more than well equipped. Spacious rooms. Whole place was very clean. Would definitely recommend

Nicola

Fantastic accommodation, with spectacular views. Enjoyed evenings in the hot-tub, bbqs and log fires. The property is on a working farm, so it was lovely waking up to cows and their calfs, sheep and lots of little lambs. The only downside is the accommodation is listed as having a fishing lake, which was one of the reasons why we booked this partic ular property. However, the farmer told us there have not been any fish in the lake for years!!! Disappointed. Bala is a lovely, welcoming town.

Elizabeth

We had a lovely stay, the cottage had everything you could need. Good location not far from Bala. The hot tub was a real treat!

Belinda

The Watering Hole is the perfect place for a rural getaway, its about an hour from Snowdon which was the purpose of our trip and about 5 minutes from Bala, which has a beautiful lake and ample shops/eateries. The cottage is on a working farm and easily housed our two families and a spaniel, we were encouraged to walk around the surrounding fields a nd visit the pond. The hot tub is huge and, as promised, it was ready to go when we arrived. A very good find!

Beverley

The property was in a private location surrounded by plenty of walking routes which were perfect for dogs and children alike, and also a short drive from the lovely town of Bala. The house was very clean and well equiped, thank you so much for a wonderful stay.

Alicia

We had a wonderful stay at the watering hole. It is a beautiful, well equipped property with stunning surroundings. The hosts are lovely as is Bala itself. With plenty of options to eat out or get a takeaway, it is also a comfortable driving distance to many attractions including castles and the beach. We would highly recommend and will definitely be booking to stay here again soon.

Sheila

Beautiful location, for views of miles around and plenty of walking across roaming hills. Bala a short drive away for all local amenities. We had a well equipped kitchen with everything we needed for a Xmas dinner and even had a lovely Xmas tree put up for us. The grounds where secure for two small kids and even smaller dogs. We all had a wonderful time surrounded by beautiful views.

Laura

Wonderful rural location with so much space inside. We loved the privacy of it and the hot tub. The doggies loved it just as much as we did. The house was so well equipped - everything was thought of and the bubbly in the fridge was such a kind surprise. Spoke to the owners a couple of times and they were super friendly. Thank you for having us

Katrina

Great and beautiful location and lovely hosts and hot tub!

David

Lovely house with a really well equipped kitchen. Remote location which suited us. Had a great relaxing time!

Dean

Fabulous cosy cottage very well equipped kitchen and lovely spacious rooms Owners very friendly and helpful

Adam

Absolutely wonderful stay! The cottage was incredible in a remote rural part of North Wales. Met the owner and some of their many sheep and cows which was great! The watering-hole is a 2 minute walk from the property on the farmland but this again was really great and separated off. Our dogs loved exploring the house and grounds. The hot tub was th e icing on top on a lovely chilly Autumn eve!

Lyn

Lovely farm house, thoroughly enjoyable week made even better by the central location of the farm house. Farmhouse was clean and had plenty of space for our party of 6. Brilliant communication with venders previous to and during visit. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Rebecca

Absolutely beautiful place, so peaceful! Paddle boarding at Bala lakes is a must!!!!

Mark

Lovely quiet location. Wifi was very intermittent. Hot tub was very well used by the whole family.

Sophie

A very clean and comfortable property with plenty of space. The views of the mountains from the cottage are spectacular, the lake is full of wildlife and there are public footpaths in all directions from the cottage, a walkers paradise! The only problem with this place is that we did not want to leave.

Peter

We had a very good holiday here, superb location, peaceful and quiet but easy to get to and from. Hot tub was brilliant. Living room and sofas were comfy, kitchen well equipped. Bedroom were spacious and beds comfy. We enjoyed walking up to the watering hole and surrounding fields watching the cattle, sheep and horses. Beaches were accessible near Barmouth and beyond. Bodnant Gardens is fabulous and lots of areas to walk are close by. A relaxing holiday was had by the five of us and one dog.

Cynthia

The house was lovely it had a really nice atmosphere. Theres plenty of crockery and glasses as often you just get a basic number. The surrounding countryside is beautiful especially with all the sheep and lambs around.

Natalie

Highly recommend this cottage, we had a fantastic stay. The house was lovely, very clean and cosy and plenty of space for 6 of us. The surrounding were perfect, lots of wildlife, sheep and horses, the lake was gorgeous to view the sunset from. We went for a walk over the land down into Llanycil, up the lake to Bala and back up to the cottage on the road. Near enough to Bala to go out for a meal but tucked away enough to be private. The hot tub and games room were perfect. Thank you!

David

We had a beautiful stay! The property has everything you need while youre away from home and the views are stunning! Although it seems to be in the middle of nowhere its not too far a drive away from Bala centre by car. The kids and dogs enjoyed the lake at the property and the overall space around it. There are plenty of games to keep entertained and the hot tub was amazing! The beds are extremely comfortable! Saw the owners around every day and found them both friendly and very helpful.

Emily

Such a lovely holiday cottage. Homely, perfect location. Would recommend to anyone and would definitely stay again.

Samantha

Beautiful location, and cottage. Nothing was too much for the owners and we cant wait to return when the weather is better and we arent in the middle of 3 storms!

Michelle

The property was well equipped but quite difficult to find initially and not sign posted! Good amenities- the only thing I would suggest is maybe a shower upstairs as well as the downstairs, lovely bathroom but seems a real waste not to utilise the large space. The games room, due to its location outside its use is limited particularly at the time that we visited - February 2022 so it may be worth considering some sort of panelling to enclose the space so it can be used all year round.

Sarah

A lovely location, remote enough to b away from the wold, yet close enough to a local shop in the car. Clean and cosy, a home away from home. We had a lovely stay and will look to book again.

David

Only negative was that we wished we'd stayed for longer. Perfect accommodation for a one with dogs and we couldn't believe how well equipped the accommodation was. We will definitely be back.

Neil

Could not fault at all & can highly recommend for a 'getting away from it all' break for both families & pets in a homely farmhouse with beatiful surroundings.

Steven

Loverly cottage in great location, peaceful, relaxing. Would go again.

Ian

Fabulous views, very comfortable, great location and very well equipped. Superb property.

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Attractions Near The Watering Hole Gwernfeistrol

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an The Watering Hole Gwernfeistrol itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Gwynedd has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Llangollen Boat Trips - LL20 8TA

about 19 Miles

Llangollen Wharf is one of the major attractions in North Wales and is an excellent place to spend the day as a family. The Wharf is situated in the peaceful market town of Llangollen - now part of a World Heritage Site. Horse Drawn Boat Trips are available along the feeder for the main canal and are a unique way to explore the area. Motorised Aqueduct Cruises are also on offer for those who prefer a slightly faster pace. Both trips allow visitors to take in all the magnificent sites of Llangollen Canal.

Pen-Y-Ffrith Bird Garden - LL11 3AB

about 20 Miles

Pen-Y-Ffrith Bird Garden is an 18 acre site, filled with glorious woodland, dramatic gardens, streams, ponds and a 3 acre lake. As the seasons change so do the delights of the park. During springtime the bluebell woods are spectacular while in the summer the bog garden is a favourite attraction with some unusual displays of flora and fauna. In the autumn a walk through the ravine with its flowing waterfalls in not to be missed. There are also several yearly events to enjoy including the Bat walk in September.

Welsh Mountain Zoo - LL28 5UY

about 26 Miles

Located in the North of Wales with a spectacular setting high above Colwyn Bay this is a lovely zoo which makes an excellent family day out. Highlights include the Chimp Encounter, Penguin Parades, Bear Falls and the Children's Farm. The setting is perfect for walking around and you can take in the superb scenery, roam the wooded pathways and relax on the grassy slopes. There are many rare and endangered species to see and learn about including the Snow Leopards and the Red Pandas not to mention the Sumatran Tigers. You can also buy the experience of being a zoo keeper for a day, either for yourself or as a gift.

Powis Castle and Gardens - SY21 8RF

about 27 Miles

This National Trust site is one of the finest in Wales. The stunning castle was once a medieval fortress and has been remodelled several times over the last 400 years. The Great Hall is home to some amazing collections of paintings as well as sculptures and tapestries. The gardens are world famous with stunning areas of French and Italian style as well as a gorgeous orangery. Children's activities can be enjoyed during school holidays and on special occasions such as Halloween and Christmas.

The Seaquarium - LL30 1BL

about 28 Miles

The Seaquarium in Rhyl is a fantastic choice for a family day trip offering the chance to meet strange and exotic marine life from all around the world. The sea animals here come from the depths of the Amazon, Pacific & Indian Oceans as well as from around UK shores. Slimy Eels, scary Sharks and creepy Piranhas are all there to be seen as well as beautiful and elegant Rays. The site also has a café and a gift shop where children can pick up a souvenir. A ticket for a family of 4 is just £27.00

Penrhyn Castle - LL57 4HT

about 29 Miles

Penrhyn Castle is a neo-Norman castle is located in the stunning Gwynedd region of Wales. The castle will appeal to those who enjoy sites of historical interest as well as to families looking to enjoy a fun day out. The Castle is in very good condition and guided tours are on offer. Don't miss a look at the grand hall with its exquisite collection of paintings or the Victorian Kitchen which gives amazing insight into the running of the Castle. Other highlights include the Servants Rooms and the one ton slate bed which was originally made for Queen Victoria.

Greenwood Forest Park - LL55 3AD

about 29 Miles

This attraction is really something special and has reached the finals of the "Best Family Day Out" category in the National Tourism Awards for Wales. It's actually the only attraction in North Wales to be shortlisted for this prestigious award. Located in the Snowdonia region there are many rides and activities including Jungle Boat Adventure, Den Building, Green Dragon Roller Caoster, Treetop Towers and the BareFoot Trail. Kids of all ages will love it here and we think it's excellent value as well.

St Winefride's Well - CH8 7PN

about 29 Miles

St Winefride's Well in Flintshire is described at one of the 7 wonders of Wales and is shrouded in mystery and intrigue. Legend has it that the well first erupted at the spot where Caradog cut off the nuns head with his sword. The shrine was then erected in her memory in the first decade of the sixteenth century and remains one of the holiest places in Wales. The stunning temple and well attract visitors from all over the world. Water can be drawn from the spring basin within the crypt and is thought to be lucky.

Great Orme Ancient Mines - LL30 2XG

about 29 Miles

A visit to Great Orme Ancient Mines is offers a fun and educational daytrip for families. The amazing site allows visitors to explore the copper mines which are thought to date back to the Bronze Age but were only discovered in 1987 during a landscaping project. The tours provide an insight into the way of life for miners over 3,500 years ago. A family ticket is just £16.00