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This first-floor holiday cottage in Llanfor, Bala is a charming and spacious accommodation perfect for a group of six. Situated in a picturesque village, it offers a cosy and comfortable retreat for your holiday. The cottage boasts three well-appointed bedrooms, providing ample space for a good night’s rest. The master bedroom features an en-suite bathroom, adding a touch of luxury and convenience. The other two bedrooms share a modern and well-equipped bathroom, ensuring everyone has access to facilities without any hassle.
The lounge and dining area is designed with comfort and relaxation in mind. Soft furnishings and tasteful decor create a welcoming atmosphere, making it an ideal space to unwind after a day of exploration. The modern kitchen is fully equipped with all the amenities you’ll need during your stay. It includes a convenient breakfast bar, perfect for casual meals or enjoying a morning coffee. Whether you’re preparing a simple breakfast or a gourmet dinner, you’ll find everything you need in this well-appointed kitchen.
Local Attractions, Bala Lake (Llyn Tegid), located just a short distance away, Bala Lake is the largest natural lake in Wales. It’s a fantastic spot for water activities such as sailing, windsurfing, and kayaking. The surrounding area also offers scenic walking and cycling routes. Bala Adventure and Water Sports, this centre offers a range of outdoor activities, including white-water rafting, zip-lining, and high ropes courses. It’s a great option for those seeking an adrenaline rush. The National White-Water Centre, if you’re an adventure seeker, this centre offers thrilling white-water rafting experiences along the Tryweryn River.
Snowdonia National Park, right on your doorstep, is a haven for nature enthusiasts. With its stunning landscapes, hiking trails, and outdoor activities. Bala Steam Railway why not take a scenic steam train ride along the shores of Bala Lake, offering a nostalgic journey through the countryside? This cottage in Llanfor, Bala, provides a comfortable and well-equipped base for exploring the natural beauty and attractions of the surrounding area.
These properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 30 guests.

Converted from former farm buildings, these four holiday properties (two of which have been adapted for the disabled with shower chairs available), are in the Southdowns National Park. Properties 17320 and 17321 command fine views over the surrounding countryside. 17320 also has a worktop which has been lowered for wheelchair access to the sink in the kitchen. Situated in the grounds of the family farm (non-working), they are only 100 yards from the village of Compton with village shop and tea room with free wi-fi access. Enjoy peaceful walks along a bridle path leading to the South Downs Way, 2 miles designated as a National Park. The historic cathedral town of Chichester lies 10 miles away, with its cobbled streets adorned with tea rooms and restaurants, and the ornate cathedral. Scenic boat tours can be taken around the harbour. Goodwood and Fontwell races or polo at Cowdray are all within a short drive. Portsmouth, with shopping and leisure facilities, within easy reach. Hawking and falconry days can be arranged, prices on application and must be pre-booked direct with owner. Shop and pub 100 yards.

A superb retreat in the hamlet of Rosebush nestled in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park with stunning views, wood burner, Aga, wooden beams, Wi-Fi and fantastic walks from the door.
Discover this delightful and charming cottage perched on the edge of the Preseli Hills. Rosebush has a thriving village pub, the ’Tafarn Sinc’, children’s play park, and miles of bridleways, walking paths and cycle routes. There are many fantastic walks from your doorstep that meander through the hills and up to the highest point, Foel Cwmcerwyn, with magnificent picture postcard views. The Preseli Hills offer wild moorland to explore, ancient history, burial chambers and heath that is host to a wide range of wildlife.
Formerly a quarryman’s cottage, accessed by 8 steps from the road to the front door leading to the kitchen, Y Teras has been thoughtfully furnished throughout with plenty of character. Guests can enjoy formal dining in the farmhouse kitchen with original beams, bespoke kitchen units, solid wood worktops and a focal Aga, as well as an electric oven and hob. The living room boasts beams and a solid wooden floor where you can relax in front of the wood burner, or in the evening you could enjoy a drink on your balcony with uninterrupted views over the Preseli Hills.
Y Teras is situated centrally within the Pembrokeshire National Park and is perfect for exploring its sublime natural beauty. Travelling north, for walkers and beach lovers, within 30 minutes’ drive you can explore the North Pembrokeshire Coastline, its beautiful coastal path, Cardigan Bay and the plethora of fantastic beaches of which many are award winning and ideal for children. As well as the natural beauty surrounding Y Teras including clear streams, waterfalls and the ever present red kites, nature lovers can take boat trips from the nearby Cardigan Bay and see dolphins, sea lions, sun fish and basking sharks that are also frequent visitors. For the more active, there are many mountain bike routes that start from around Y Teras, as well as some long road rides for those who fancy taking on the hills. The nearby coastal village of Newport boasts a fantastic links golf course, a beach well known for kite surfing, and some excellent horse riding at nearby stables.
Travelling south you will discover the delights of Narberth with its many eateries specialising in local and organic produce, and for a great family day out, Folly Farm is just 25 minutes’ drive away with its indoor funfair, petting zoo, playparks and zoo. Tenby makes a great day out for all the family and really is worth a visit, with its cobbled streets and sandy beach. Heatherton World of Adventure and Oakwood, Wales’ largest theme park, are all just 30 minutes away. Beach 10 miles, shop 1½ miles, pub and restaurant 130 yards.

Set in the picturesque coastal village of Stiffkey and just 5 minutes from Wells-next-the-Sea, this detached holiday cottage provides light and airy accommodation with lots of original features. Originally a barn belonging to the Manor House it enjoys a peaceful setting. Stiffkey offers access to the sea via its famous and much photographed salt marshes and is famous for its Stewkey Blues; plump and tasty cockles, which are blue in colour due to the mud in which they live.
This whole part of the North Norfolk Coastline offers a range of picturesque seaside villages and towns, salt marshes, shingle beaches and wide golden sands that are perfect for sunbathing, relaxing or for bracing walks. Whichever way you travel from Stiffkey, you will find much to see and do. Its closest and arguably most popular neighbour is Well-next-the-Sea, with its narrow-gauge railway, pretty quayside and mix of artisan and traditional seaside shops, cafés and restaurants. Further along lies Holkham, home to Holkham Hall and a beautiful beach that featured in the film Shakespeare in Love. Hunstanton boasts a Sea Life Sanctuary, a small fairground and lots of traditional seaside entertainment for parents and children alike. To the east, Blakeney offers the chance to take a boat trip to see the seal colonies, and it’s also a prime spot for crabbing. The bustling seaside towns of Sheringham and Cromer are a must-visit during your stay, with their fantastic beaches and a famous pier. History buffs will find that along with Holkham Hall, The Sandringham Estate and Blickling Hall (National Trust) are within easy reach as well.
When you feel like a change of pace, you can head to the medieval city of Norwich, or follow the Hanseatic Trail through old King’s Lynn. Add in RSPB sites and a wealth of wildlife reserves, great walks and cycle routes, tasty restaurants and charming cafés, and you’ll see exactly why this part of Norfolk remains a very popular choice for holiday goers. After a busy day exploring, you will find that Manor Cottage is just the place to relax, unwind and dream of adventures yet to come. Beach ½ mile. Shop 500 yards, pub and restaurant ½ mile.