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Beddgelert, North Wales

Y Wenallt

The exterior of Y Wenallt, Gwynedd
The exterior of Y Wenallt, Gwynedd | © National Trust / Mike Henton
The view from Y Wenallt, North Wales
The cluster of farm buildings which include Y Wenallt, North Wales

Y Wenallt

A cosy and simple first floor escape above a farmhouse, in the stunning setting of the Eryri (Snowdonia) mountain range, perfect for walkers.

The view from Y Wenallt, North Wales
The cluster of farm buildings which include Y Wenallt, North Wales
The exterior of Y Wenallt, Gwynedd
The kitchen and sitting room at Y Wenallt, Gwynedd
The kitchen and sitting room at Y Wenallt, Gwynedd
The bedroom at Y Wenallt, Gwynedd
The view from Y Wenallt, North Wales
The bathroom at Y Wenallt, Gwynedd
The exterior of Y Wenallt, Gwynedd
The area surrounding Y Wenallt, Gwynedd
Walkers on the Watkin Path, Snowdonia
The area surrounding Y Wenallt, Gwynedd

© National Trust / Chris Lacey

A cosy and simple first floor escape above a farmhouse, in the stunning setting of the Eryri (Snowdonia) mountain range, perfect for walkers.

At a glance

Guests
2
Bedrooms
1
Number of dogs welcome
0
Reference
008045
Acorn rating

About Y Wenallt

On a working farm, set in the wooded foothills of Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) with the Watkin path on the doorstep and spectacular views of farmland and big landscapes beyond, Y Wenallt is a world away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

A simple, converted first-floor flat above the modern farmhouse at Hafod y Llan, this cosy, comfortable and practical cottage has an open plan living space, and then a double bedroom and a bathroom through the corridor. The elevation of Y Wenallt means it’s great for watching the bats roost at Hen Dy, the original old farmhouse next door. For a break with friends or family, you could book Hen Dy, which sleeps eight, or a pitch or two at Hafod Y Llan Campsite, the family-friendly, riverside campsite behind the farm buildings.

With leisurely farm walks all around, Y Wenallt is the perfect base for exploring Eryri (Snowdonia).  You’ll find the beautiful village of Beddgelert three miles away with its stunning river, steam railway, shops and restaurants. It’s also a great spot for climbing Moel Hebog and visiting Glaslyn Gorge. Beach lovers can nip to Morfa Bychan near Porthmadog. Or head up  Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) itself, via walking, climbing or the train. 

As the second largest National Park in Britain, Eryri (Snowdonia) has miles and miles of countryside and coastline to explore, with rivers, lakes, waterfalls, forests, moorlands and glacial valleys all topped with the incredible mountain range itself.  Activities on offer go from high adrenaline canyoning or kayaking to more laid back trips to Sygun Victorian Copper Mine. Explore Plas yn Rhiw on Pen Llyn, or seek out red squirrels at Plas Newydd on Anglesey, all less than an hour away.

Features and facilities

  • Cot & high chair, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Dishwasher, not available
  • Tumble dryer, not available
  • Television, available
  • WiFi, not available
  • Garden, not available
  • Microwave, available
  • Freezer, not available
  • Washing machine, not available
  • Telephone, not available
  • DVD, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, not available
  • BBQ, not available

Location

Accessibility

Not accessible

Layout

First floor layout

Kitchen and sitting room, bathroom with shower over bath and double bedroom.

More information

Access: The accessibility guide is for guidance only. For up-to-date information, please call the team on 0344 800 2070.

Location: Y Wenallt is located at the foot of Snowdonia on a working farm adjoining the farmhouse. It is next door to another holiday cottage Hen Dy which sleeps 8 and there are also two additional cottages a short walk away, Catref and The Chalet at Tan Yr Ogof.

Children: Not suitable for children.

Heating: Electric wall panel heaters included.

Parking: Parking for one car is available in front of Hen Dy.

Garden: There is a small enclosed patio with seating at the base of the steps to the cottage.

Utilities: While there is a microwave and two-ring hob for heating food, there is no cooker. There is also a small fridge.

Please note: There is a campsite in the field behind the cottage, open from Easter until the end of October.

Plastic Free Yr Wyddfa: Plastic Free Yr Wyddfa is an initiative organised by Eryri National Park to protect the mountain’s sustainable future. This cottage, and all National Trust holiday cottages in the national park have been awarded silver status in this plastic-free business programme, and we are making changes to work towards gold status.