WaysideNear Dolgellau, Snowdonia, Wales Sleeps 6

A patchwork of fields and forests drape the slopes of this beautiful valley, the soft sounds of farmland drift reassuringly on the breeze.

Once drovers herded their huge flocks this way looking for safe passage to England. The traffic has died down since then but Wayside remains a peaceful refuge. Nudging a quiet lane winding through the valley, it’s a tranquil place to soothe the soul.

The walls are rough and the beams exposed but the beds are soft and the bathrooms warm. Inside and outside original features hold hands with modern comforts all with a considered finishing touch. Wayside has been lovingly prepared by a family who care about the past and care about you.

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Rustic charm beautifully finished

Inside Wayside

• Open plan, character living area with cosy sofas around a wood burning stove
• Sociable dining table within spacious kitchen well equipped for self-catering
• Hideaway in the master bedroom upstairs with large, quirky en-suite shower room
• Sky TV downstairs and upstairs ‘TV’ hideaway room with big sofa and bean bags
• Downstairs; stylish double and twin bedrooms with views across the valley
• Downstairs; another large bathroom with the hotel style comfort of towels & robes
• Big utility room good for drying wet walking clothes

Outside Wayside

• Sheltered, private patio area with spectacular views across the valley
• Large table, chairs and parasol for luxury, fine weather dining
• Wander into the fields around the detached cottage for more great views

Things you should know

Wayside sits alongside a single track road but this is a quiet lane with only occasional traffic servicing the local farms.

The mobile reception is poor depending on network but you can get a signal back along the lane in Dinas Mawddwy. There is a payphone in the cottage.

There are no internet facilities.

Pets unfortunately can’t be accepted at Wayside.

Natural beauty & market towns

Wayside Location

• Off the A470, 2 miles from Dinas Mawddwy down the beautiful Dyfi Valley
• Wayside sits on its own by the side of this quiet lane that follows the river Dyfi

Out and about near Wayside, our favourites…

• A gentle stroll or a challenging walk in the Aran mountains, all from the front door
• Fish in the Dyfi river below the cottage or mountain bike at Coed y Brenin (18 miles)
• Enjoy good wholesome, local produce at the Red Lion Hotel (2 miles)
• Enjoy the fine food at Mawddach or Penmaenuchaf Hall Hotel (13 miles)
• Along the lane, take the highest pass to the tallest tree in Wales at Lake Vrynwy
• Get caught up in the hustle and bustle of Dolgellau on market day (11 miles) or Machynlleth

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.

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Finishing touches, personal service

At Wayside, 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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