Afon Rhaiadr Country House, Dolgellau

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Overview

At the foot of mighty Cader Idris, hidden within a tangle of ancient woodland, Afon Rhaiadr feels like one of those rare places you stumble across and immediately want to keep to yourself. This five-star Victorian country house B&B is set in three acres of private grounds, where a river runs through and a waterfall adds a gentle soundtrack to your stay.

Step inside and you’re met with old-world charm – glittering chandeliers, open fires, rich fabrics and antique furnishings that give the house a sense of quiet grandeur. The five bedrooms are cosy and considered, with crisp linens, soft throws, and deep baths that invite long soaks after a day out in the hills.

Mornings here begin with birdsong and the smell of a proper home-cooked breakfast wafting from the kitchen – think local eggs, fresh coffee, and warm, attentive service. Gina and Gareth are natural hosts, full of warmth and generous with their tips on where to walk, eat or explore nearby.

Britain's Finest in conversation with Afon Rhaiadr Country House

What do you think makes a stay at Afon Rhaiadr Country House unique?

Afon Rhaiadr Country House offers a unique and memorable stay in the heart of Snowdonia National Park. Guests consistently praise the following aspects:​Visit Snowdonia+1Visit Mid Wales+1

Idyllic Location: Nestled at the foot of Cader Idris Mountain, the property is surrounded by woodlands, a river, and a waterfall, providing a tranquil and picturesque setting.​Visit Snowdonia+2Tripadvisor+2Visit Mid Wales+2

Luxurious Accommodations: The Victorian house has been elegantly refurbished, maintaining period features while offering modern comforts. Each room is sumptuously decorated with luxury bathrooms, quality linens, fluffy towels, indulgent toiletries, and a generous courtesy tray. ​Visit Snowdonia+3Tripadvisor+3Visit Mid Wales+3

Exceptional Hospitality: Hosts Gina and Gareth are known for their warm and attentive service, ensuring guests feel welcomed and well-cared for throughout their stay.​Tripadvisor

Gourmet Dining: The establishment offers home-cooked breakfasts and candlelit dinners on select evenings, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients. ​Tripadvisor+1Visit Mid Wales+1

Serene Atmosphere: Guests can relax in the sitting room or conservatory overlooking the gardens and surrounding woodland, enjoying a glass of wine or a hot drink while listening to the sounds of nature. ​Visit Wales+2Visit Mid Wales+2Tripadvisor+2

These elements combine to create a truly unique and unforgettable experience for visitors to Afon Rhaiadr Country House.

Tell us more about the rooms and facilities at Afon Rhaiadr Country House?

 Rooms & Accommodations

Each of the ​seven individually styled rooms at Afon Rhaiadr is designed for comfort and relaxation:​

  • Lilac​ & Lily (Double​ rooms): Features ​a double bed, en-suite with a walk-in rain shower, ​L​ilac has views of the garden and forest​ and Lily is on the ground floor with its own private patio overlooking the bird feeding station. ​​

  • ​J​asmin and Iris (​K​ing Rooms): Offers a ​k​ing bed, en-suite with a walk-in rain shower, ​Iris has views of the ​b​ird feeder and forest​ and Jasmine which is on the ground floor has its own private patio surrounded by plants and easy access to the garden. ​​

  • Rose (Classic Double): A cosy double room with a private bathroom across the hall, featuring a bath with a rain shower above​ with amazing views of the birding feeding station. ​

  • Superior Rooms​ (Honeysuckle and Foxglove): ​Spacious rooms beautifully decorated both have​ beautiful forest and garden views, super king​ sized beds​, sitting areas and both with en-suite bathrooms—one with a rain shower and the other with a spa bath​.

     

All rooms include high-quality linens, fluffy towels, indulgent toiletries, and a generous courtesy tray.


 Facilities & Amenities

  • Dining: Enjoy a full English breakfast, afternoon tea, and dinner on selected evenings, with options for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets. ​

  • Common Areas: Relax in the elegant drawing room furnished with Victorian and Edwardian antiques, or in the conservatory overlooking the garden​ forest and bird feeding station. ​

  • Outdoor Spaces: Explore the three-acre grounds, featuring garden​ with plenty of seating areas, woodlands, a waterfall, and a disused railway path. ​

  • Activities: The area offers opportunities for ​walking, hiking, mountain biking, ​w​ater sports, horseback riding, zip lines, caving, boating so much to do!

  • Additional Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, flat-screen ​smart TVs, free parking, and packed lunches are available. ​

Can you suggest any activities or things to do while staying in the Dolgellau area?

Things to Do

There’s plenty to explore in Snowdonia and the surrounding areas. For a taste of culture, visit Portmeirion Village (famous for The Prisoner TV series) or the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railway.

For the more adventurous, Coed y Brenin Forestry Park offers mountain biking, cycling, and woodland walks, while the Mawddach Trail and Cader Idris are perfect for walkers. Explore the full range of walking trails in the area at Eryri National Park.

Here are a few more local activities to enjoy:

Whitewater rafting & kayaking at Bala Lake Adventure: www.balawatersports.com

Mountain biking at Coed Y Brenin: www.beicsbrenin.co.uk

Horse riding at Bwlch Gwyn Farm: www.bwlchgwynfarm.co.uk

Zip World adventures, including Bounce Below and the Zip Line at Blaenau Ffestiniog: www.zipworld.co.uk

Guided walks & bird-watching tours with Celticos

Steam trains: Explore the historic railways of the region, including Bala Lake, Fairbourne, Corris,Welsh Highland Heritage Railway, and the Snowdon Railway.

Wildlife & nature reserves, foraging, and bird-watching: Look out for Ospreys, Red Kites, and more.

Visit Portmeirion Village, where The Prisoner was filmed.

Castles & historic sites, including Harlech Castle (a short drive away).

Explore Dolgellau, the local town, or take a trip to Barmouth (a charming seaside town with a beautiful sandy beach).

Betws-y-Coed and Swallow Falls, a quaint mountain village on the way to Llanberis.

Corris Craft Centre and King Arthur’s Labyrinth: www.corriscraftcentre.co.uk

Climb Mount Snowdon or take the Snowdon Railway to the summit for breathtaking views.

For cycling enthusiasts, check out Savvy Cycling for trails, maintenance tips, and more.

Where can guests enjoy food and drink?

Breakfast - Begin your day with a sumptuous home-cooked breakfast served in the elegant dining room. Options include a full English, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free selections, catering to various dietary preferences. ​Booking.com

Afternoon Tea - Available daily, guests can enjoy a traditional afternoon tea featuring freshly baked scones, cakes, and a selection of teas.This service is perfect for a relaxing mid-day treat. ​

Dinner - On Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday evenings, the house offers candle-lit dinners prepared with the finest local ingredients. The menu often includes dishes, with influences from Dutch and South African cuisines, reflecting the hosts' backgrounds. Advance booking is required, and dietary restrictions can be accommodated with prior notice.

Drinks & Relaxation - While there is no bar on-site, the house is licensed to serve alcohol. Guests are welcome to enjoy drinks in the lounge, dining room, conservatory, or the expansive gardens. The serene setting, complete with a waterfall and woodland, provides a perfect backdrop for relaxation.

​Eating out and about - there are a number of place to choose form a short drive from the B&B

RESTAURANTS & BARS - TAXI SERVICE – Cader Cabs 

In Dolgellau & Surrounding Areas, booking is recommend & checking opening hours as they change.

Smart Casual Pubs

Ø Pub & Food – The Royal Ship, Dolgellau LL40 1AR 

Ø Pub & Restaurant – George III, Penmaenpool LL40 1YD 

Ø Pub & Restaurant - The Torrent Pub Dolgellau 

Ø Pub & food (great Pizza) The Stag Inn, Dolgellau 

Ø Pub & Restaurant Crossfoxes Bar and Grill, Brithdir LL40 2SG 

Ø Mawddach Pizzeria - A496 Barmouth Road, LL40 2TA 

Ø Pub & Food The Last Inn, Barmouth (11 miles from Dolgellau) LL42 1EL 

Casual Restaurants & Bisto’s

Ø Tafarn y Gader – Tapas Bar - Dolgellau

Ø Y Sospan Bistro - Welsh Bistro - Dolgellau Town Centre 

Ø The Captains Table - Restaurant - Barmouth (11 miles from Dolgellau) LL42 1EL 

Ø The Bank Restaurant - Barmouth Road, LL40 2DW 

Fine Dining

Ø Bistro Bermo informal fine dining - Restaurant but food is fine dining quality

- Barmouth (11 miles from Dolgellau) LL42 1EW 

Ø Penmaenuchaf Hall fine dining - Restaurant - Penmaenpool LL40 1YB 

Ø The Fanny Talbot informal fine dining - Restaurant - Barmouth LL42 1DS 

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Excellent service, friendly and clean. Great food. Very pleasant accommodations and wonderful grounds to walk around in. Plenty of private parking, easy to find.

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Facilities & information

Summary

19th-century buildings

Breakfast included

Parking (free)

No smoking

B&B

5 Star Official Rating

Facilities

Free broadband access (wifi)

Garden furniture

Woodland walks

Television

Luggage storage

Linen included

Towels included

Common room

Sitting room

Hair dryers

Central heating

Open log fire

Bicycle storage

Recreations

Bicycling, Cycling

Fishing

Horse Riding, Equestrian

Jogging, running

Wildlife, bird watching

Recommended walks

Beach (a short drive)

Pub (a short drive)

Historic Houses

Gardens

Tennis courts (a short drive)

Recommended restaurants (a short drive)

Food

Restaurant

Tea room

Dinner available (at additional cost)

Picnic area

Extra info

Closed Times: November and December
Nearest Train Station: Barmouth
Open Times: February to end of November
Dinner Available:
Star Rating: 5
Vendor Accreditation: Visit Wales
Mastercard:
Visa:
Number of rooms: 7
Double/twin room price from: £95.00
Double twin room price to: £165.00

Arrival information & directions

Address: Rhaiadr Wnion, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, DolgellauLL402AH, United Kingdom

Directions:

When approaching, the property is on the south side of the A494 and has a clear B&B sign on the entrance but it can come up quite quickly. The property is on a bend in the road and has a sharp turning into the property on the right (1/4 mile from Brithdir sign post) if coming from Dolgellau. If the entrance is missed there is a layby shortly after the property. There is an even sharper turn on the left 14 miles from Bala direction (pass the layby just before the turning) – if coming from Bala it may be advisable to drive further along the road and turn to approach from the other direction.

Sat Nav – house postcode LL40 2AH or house coordinates 52.766310, 3.813790.

Please bear in mind mobile phone signal might be lost when in the National Park, it is therefore suggested that guests bring a map book or printed directions. 

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