Old FarmNear Bala, near Snowdonia, Wales Sleeps 6

Like a tuxedo worn beneath a big overcoat, this sleek, city loft lounges comfortably in farm buildings reclaimed from the hills.

Deep in a valley of farmland and copses, you reach Old Farm along an undulating rough track. It sits alone at the base of a tall rocky hill with fields in front alive with the peaceful sounds of meandering sheep and heathland birds. This rugged and confident building has been given new life by its visionary owners with restored stonework and modern features.

Step inside and take a moment to adjust because it’s not what you expect. Wooden beams, quirky windows and exposed stone walls always remind you of where you are but enjoy an open plan, modern world of fine woodwork and showroom kitchen. Pad about in socks warmed by under floor heating and ask yourself again about the downsides of living in the country.

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City living in the hills

Inside Old Farm

• Magnificent, sociable open plan kitchen/dining/lounge area perfect for friends
• Cook a feast in the fully equipped modern kitchen using latest Siemens appliances
• Flat screen digital TV, Playstation, DVD player and B&W iPod docking station
• Luxurious under floor heating upstairs and downstairs
• Master bedroom upstairs with double bed and spacious en-suite shower room
• Downstairs, the two double bedrooms have views across the valley
• These rooms have single beds that zip together to make super kings as required
• Downstairs bathroom with shower and freestanding bath looking out over the fields

Outside Old Farm

• Large fenced patio with open fire pit, table and chairs and panoramic view
• Huge open spaces in front and behind the house ideal for children

Things you should know

The tarmac runs out about half a mile from Old Farm. Access is along a farm track which will be fine for most cars but low slung sports cars may struggle.

Mobile phone reception is a little patchy inside the cottage, no internet.

Fine local produce

Old Farm location

• At the end of a farm track about 2 miles off the A494 between A5 and Bala
• Old Farm sits on its own below a rocky hill looking out down the valley

Out and about near Old Farm, our favourites…

• Bracing walk from the door over the hill to megalithic monument of Cefn Caer Euni
• Renowned Snowdonia, try Carnedd Llewelyn third highest peak but always peaceful
• Outdoor enthusiasts paradise walking, mountain biking, fishing…
• Offering great home made food and local produce in their cafe and shop Siop y Gornel, Bala
• Very fine dining at Tyddyn Llan in Llandrillo, (9 miles)
• Rhug farm shop has Bison roaming the fields & sells its own organic meats (4 miles)

All this and more could be in your personalised information guide that we will send you as part of our free tailor made service.  Just tell us what you want to do on your holiday, what inspires and interests you and we’ll search it out for you.

Finishing touches, personal service

At Old Farm, as with all Sheepskin cottages, we provide…

• Beds made with soft cotton sheets, marshmallow duvets, cosy welsh blankets & big faux fur bedspreads
• Sumptuous Sheepskin bathrobes, fluffy cotton towels and fresh bars of soap
• An occasional sheepskin rug
• A generous supply of logs for the log burner
• An arrival gift including fresh roast coffee, tea, olive oil, sea salt and a few other tasty treats we think you might like
• A kitchen fully equipped for proper cooking
• B&W Zeppelin iPod docking station
• Help with special requests, just ask us and we’ll help to make them happen

Before you arrive we send you a tailor-made guide, including how to get there, nearest essentials and what you asked us to find out about the things you like to do.

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Food from the Sheepskin Delicatessen

Exciting new food service coming soon!

Sheepskin have partnered with a new and creative independent delicatessen, Jacobs & Field.  Together we are building a service offering great regional food, that you can’t find in the supermarket, delivered directly to your chosen property.

Get in touch if you would like to know more.

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