A former chapel house now converted to a delightful detached stone cottage, 5 miles from Dolgellau. Uniquely, the open-plan living area still features the original pulpit! Views of the stunning Welsh countryside and mountain range.
- £569 per week
- £81 per night
- 5 Guests
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- 2 Pets
Features
Beds & bedrooms
- Bed linen provided
- 1 double bed
- 3 single beds
Appliances
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
Bathrooms
- 2 WCs
- Towels provided
- Bath
- Shower
Accessibility
- Ground floor WC
Families
- Family friendly
- Highchair
Special Features
- WiFi
- Open fire or woodburner
- Countryside views
Nearby activities
- Walking
- Cycling
Outdoors
- Garden or courtyard
- Enclosed garden or courtyard
- Outdoor storage
- Private parking
- Secure bicycle storage
- Rural location
How far to ...?
- Beach 15 miles
- Pub 5 miles
- Shop 5 miles
Important - please note
House Rules
- Mobile phone signal varies, depending on provider
- Check in: 16:00
- Check out: 10:00
Read the full Access Statement for this property.
Description
Ty Capel Carmel is a detached, converted stone chapel house situated in a remote and beautiful position high in the hills 5 miles north east of Dolgellau, with stunning panoramic views over the Arran and Cadair Idris mountain ranges.
The property is unique and full of character, making it an ideal getaway for anyone wishing for a tranquil escape from the bustle of everyday life. You’ll find many charming quirks, such as the original chapel pulpit, thick stone walls, wood burning stove and traditional Welsh blankets, giving the house a cosy, welcoming feel. Whilst retaining this rustic feel, the house also benefits from modern conveniences including central heating and Wi-Fi.
The accommodation is somewhat unusual, having been converted from the main chapel and the minister’s house adjoining it. The double and single bedrooms are open-plan on a mezzanine level, with curtains for privacy. The twin bedroom is separate and enclosed. The house has several changes of level and short flights of stairs (please be aware there are open stairs which may be tricky with crawlers or toddlers). Recent improvements include a new bathroom, new beds, carpets and curtains throughout.
Children will love exploring in the stream outside and nearby beaches. Guests of all ages will enjoy watching the wildlife from the windows using the binoculars provided, and the feeling of being truly surrounded by nature. Relaxing by the fire after a long walk is a great feeling!
The property is Entrance: into a small hallway.
Living Room: the main part of the chapel, incorporating the original pulpit; large centrally-positioned wood burning stove in impressive stone surround, Freesat TV, DVD player, mini hi-fi system and WiFi. From the living room, four wooden steps lead down, either side of the central fireplace, to the snug and the dining room.
Snug: with sofa, extensive collection of books and games.
Dining Room: with dining table, chairs and other antique furniture. Through to the ground floor of the original house to:
Kitchen: with electric cooker, microwave, Belfast sink, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and a small breakfast table and chairs. Ample crockery, utensils, pots & pans.
Cloakroom: with WC and basin.
From the living room, a flight of open tread wooden stairs leads up to the galleried bedroom area overlooking the main room. The two bedrooms areas are screened off by curtains.
Bedroom 1: with double bed.
Bedroom 2: with single bed.
Access through to the first floor of the original house:
Bedroom 3: with twin beds.
Bathroom: traditional roll top bath with hand shower attachment, WC and basin.
Outside: Small sun-trap garden with garden furniture. Lock-up shed available for storing bikes. The cottage faces wonderful views of the stream tumbling downhill and the mountains beyond.
Parking: gated and fenced private parking area adjacent to the cottage, for 2-3 cars, plus ample space opposite the house.
Excellent walking from the door and deer in the nearby forest. 7 miles to Coed-y-Brenin mountain biking centre. Barmouth 13 miles away with shops, pubs, cafes, and beach. Range of attractions at Machynlleth (18 miles) such as Corris Craft Centre, Corris Mine Explorers, Centre for Alternative Technology, and King Arthur's Labyrinth. Fairbourne Steam Railway 14 miles.
This property has natural Welsh water from a private supply, tested regularly and passed as safe for drinking.
Electricity and central heating included. One basket of logs supplied.
Bed linen and towels provided.
High chair available.
We welcome up to 2 dogs.
Please note that mobile phone signal varies depending on provider - wi-fi calling available
The house is located on a remote mountain road and guests visiting in winter should be well prepared for snowy road conditions and check the forecast carefully before travelling. If you have any concerns please get in touch before travelling.
Location
The Local Area
The house is situated in an exceptionally quiet area high in the hills just outside the village of Llanfachreth, where barely any cars pass and your neighbours are mostly cattle, sheep and alpaca! The views from the house are breathtaking, taking in the Arran and Cadair Idris ranges.
The location is beautifully peaceful and untouched, a nature lover’s paradise, with your own stretch of stream and hillside to enjoy. It also serves as a great base to explore the wider area, which really does have something for everyone
Walking: You're unlikely to visit North Wales without taking a few walks and you'll find yourself spoilt for choice in this area. There are some lovely walks to be enjoyed directly from the doorstep, without even getting in the car. Just a short drive away are also the stunning Torrent Walk and Precipice Walk, both very popular. The Mawddach Trail is also a wonderful family walk or bike, taking you along the estuary all the way from Dolgellau to Barmouth - with a great pub en route at Penmaenpool. For a more challenging hike Cadair Idris is the one - a little smaller than Snowdon but equally wonderful and a lot less crowded. Click here for some more great walks.
Biking: The nearby Coed Y Brenin Forest Park is a mountain biking (and running) paradise, and can be accessed by experienced bikers directly from the house. The park has something for everyone, including numerous dedicated trails for a range of abilities (on bike or by foot), bike hire, visitor centre, cafe and playground. A little further down the road towards Machynlleth is Dyfi Bike Park, built by British mountain biking champion Dan Atherton, which offers some serious downhill action and another good cafe.
The Mach Loop: Ty Capel Carmel is situated just off what is known as the 'Mach Loop’: a sequence of valleys regularly used by the RAF for low level flight training. Enthusiasts take to the hills to watch military aircraft fly incredibly low, some of which can be seen flying directly over the house to enter the loop.
Towns: For your rest days, the nearby town - Dolgellau (pronounced dol-GETH-lie) - is a pretty, traditional Welsh town with groceries, pubs, cafes and shops. TH Roberts café in the old ironmongers building - complete with original fixtures - serves some of the best cakes in the area, plus a mean Welsh Rarebit. It's the ideal place to refuel after walking. Machynlleth (pronounced mer-HUN-cliff) is also a delight to visit, with its Museum of Modern Art and independent shops and cafes.
Beaches: Not far along the coast the traditional seaside town of Barmouth has miles of wonderful sandy beaches and all the amenities you'd expect, including pubs, arcades, donkey rides, fish and chips, ice cream parlours and shops. Catch the miniature steam train at Fairbourne to enjoy its beautiful beach at the end of your journey. Harlech to the North offers a more wild and rugged beach, plus its imposing castle to visit.
Zip world: For some serious fun there are several Zip World centres nearby, offering adventures such as zip wire safaris, underground trampolines and the UK's only alpine rollercoaster.
Local amenities: The nearest supermarkets are the Eurospar and Co-op in Dolgellau, both relatively small but with a good selection of groceries. Additionally, both Morrisons and Asda deliver to the house if you want to get organised in advance. (Be sure to add a note for the delivery driver saying to come up from Dolgellau via Llanfachreth, otherwise they tend to get lost!)
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