Lindsey's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Beautiful quiet village with views over Cardigan Bay to Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula. A perfect spot to explore this beautiful part of Wales.
Llwyngwril
Beautiful quiet village with views over Cardigan Bay to Snowdonia and the Llyn Peninsula. A perfect spot to explore this beautiful part of Wales.
Great place to go for a walk to see stunning waterfalls with a good cafe tearoom.
23 habitants recommandent
Dolgoch Falls
Great place to go for a walk to see stunning waterfalls with a good cafe tearoom.
Beautiful scenery with accessible car park close in the shadow of Cadair Idris. Spectacular, elevated views of the Mawddach Estuary and coastline.
21 habitants recommandent
Cregennan lakes
Beautiful scenery with accessible car park close in the shadow of Cadair Idris. Spectacular, elevated views of the Mawddach Estuary and coastline.
Historic narrow gauge steam train providing a 7 1/4 mile journey from Tywyn to Abergynolwyn. A fun day out for families of all ages.
73 habitants recommandent
Talyllyn Railway
Neptune RoadHistoric narrow gauge steam train providing a 7 1/4 mile journey from Tywyn to Abergynolwyn. A fun day out for families of all ages.
Scenic trail providing access to bikes and pedestrians. Runs for 8 miles from Dolgellau to Morfa Mawddach railway station via Barmouth Bridge.
52 habitants recommandent
The Mawddach Trail
Scenic trail providing access to bikes and pedestrians. Runs for 8 miles from Dolgellau to Morfa Mawddach railway station via Barmouth Bridge.
Historic railway and pedestrian bridge spanning the width of the Mawddach Estuary. 699 m long, this bridge opened in 1867 and is a popular way to visit Barmouth, without driving the long route around the estuary.
28 habitants recommandent
Barmouth Toll Bridge
Historic railway and pedestrian bridge spanning the width of the Mawddach Estuary. 699 m long, this bridge opened in 1867 and is a popular way to visit Barmouth, without driving the long route around the estuary.
Great family day out if you are wanting to travel a bit further afield. About an hours drive from the cottage. Standing high above the dunes at Harlech beach, it was built by Edward I during his invasion of Wales in 1282.
187 habitants recommandent
Château de Harlech
Great family day out if you are wanting to travel a bit further afield. About an hours drive from the cottage. Standing high above the dunes at Harlech beach, it was built by Edward I during his invasion of Wales in 1282.
Hidden gem slightly off the beaten track in the Dysynni Valley at the foot of Cadair Idris. Great to incorporate a trip here when visiting Dolgoch Falls. A quiet spot to reflect on Welsh history.
27 habitants recommandent
Castell y Bere
Hidden gem slightly off the beaten track in the Dysynni Valley at the foot of Cadair Idris. Great to incorporate a trip here when visiting Dolgoch Falls. A quiet spot to reflect on Welsh history.
Standing at 2930 ft, this challenging mountain walk offering different routes for varying abilities with fabulous views of Snowdonia National Park. Whole day out and weather can change quickly, so make sure you are well prepared.
66 habitants recommandent
Cadair Idris - Penygadair
Standing at 2930 ft, this challenging mountain walk offering different routes for varying abilities with fabulous views of Snowdonia National Park. Whole day out and weather can change quickly, so make sure you are well prepared.
Seaside town, about 10 minutes drive from the cottage. Offering great views across the estuary to Barmouth and of Cardigan Bay. Long sandy beach and miniature railway which is great fun for children.
18 habitants recommandent
Fairbourne
Seaside town, about 10 minutes drive from the cottage. Offering great views across the estuary to Barmouth and of Cardigan Bay. Long sandy beach and miniature railway which is great fun for children.
Large forest 30 minutes drive north of the cottage offering walking trails and some of the best mountain biking trails in the country.
62 habitants recommandent
Coed-y-Brenin
Large forest 30 minutes drive north of the cottage offering walking trails and some of the best mountain biking trails in the country.
Miniature steam railway - great fun for families.
32 habitants recommandent
Chemins de fer de Fairbourne
Beach RoadMiniature steam railway - great fun for families.
Circular walk with spectacular views over Snowdonia and the Mawdach Estuary
31 habitants recommandent
Precipice Walk
Circular walk with spectacular views over Snowdonia and the Mawdach Estuary
Neighbourhoods
Pretty seaside town with long sandy beach. Great for crabbing off the pier and grabbing a bite to eat.
92 habitants recommandent
Aberdyfi
Pretty seaside town with long sandy beach. Great for crabbing off the pier and grabbing a bite to eat.
Food scene
Friendly local pub within easy walking distance. Booking recommended if you want to eat there.
7 habitants recommandent
The Garthangharad
Friendly local pub within easy walking distance. Booking recommended if you want to eat there.
Tywyn has small shops and cafes, as well as a Co-op and Spar for food shopping. A good place to get all your essentials. Tywyn has a weekly market in the summer months.
24 habitants recommandent
Tywyn
Tywyn has small shops and cafes, as well as a Co-op and Spar for food shopping. A good place to get all your essentials. Tywyn has a weekly market in the summer months.
Sitting on the Mawddach Estuary, the George serves food and drink with a view.
27 habitants recommandent
George III Hotel
Sitting on the Mawddach Estuary, the George serves food and drink with a view.
Fairbourne Village Stores
2 Beach RdGreat fish and chips to eat in or takeaway.
Dine India
12 College GrnEat in or call ahead for take away Indian in Tywyn
Indian Restaurant in Fairbourne - good reviews on Trip Advisor
9 habitants recommandent
Indiana Cuisine
3 Beach RdIndian Restaurant in Fairbourne - good reviews on Trip Advisor