The Farm House | Bala | Glan-yr-afon | Self Catering Holiday Cottage

4.8★

12 Guests
6 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

81 Customer Review(s)

Lynda
November 2024

“Everything about this property is to a very high standard.”

Nothing has been missed and attention to detail by the owners is impeccable. If you’re pondering whether to book this place, just do it. You won’t regret it. Thank you so much Jane and Geraint

Nothing has been missed and attention to detail by the owners is impeccable. If you’re pondering whether to book this place, just do it. You won’t regret it. Thank you so much Jane and Geraint

- Lynda, November 2024

Thank you for your lovely feedback. It was pleasure to meet you all and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for laving the house so clean and tidy. We hope to welcome you back sometime. Property Owner
Helena October 2024

“Our stay at The Farmhouse was perfect.”

The house is huge with ample space for our large group to gather. All of the bedrooms are lovely and again spacious. The property is furnished and cleaned to a very high standard. We loved the hot tub and the large kitchen in particular. The owners were attentive and helpful in their communication with us but also afforded us privacy during our stay. The house is situated in such a beautiful part of the Wales - I wouldn't hesitate to recommend The Farmhouse!

- Helena, October 2024

Thank you for your comments we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to welcome you back. Thank you for leaving the house so tidy as well. Property Owner
Jane August 2024

“A beautiful, big farmhouse in a lovely, serene setting.”

All the amenities you could wish for are provided and instruction booklets as well; good idea! Plenty of places to visit and activities to do in the area. Very friendly and helpful couple, Jane and Geraint, and made us feel welcome. The hot tub was very well used and enjoyed, even in late evening when you can lie back and watch the stars! Everything maintained to a high standard. Well worth staying there for a holiday.

- Jane, August 2024

Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us. There is nothing like sitting in the hot tub watching the stars. There are so few lights as we are in a designated dark sky area.; It was a pleasure to meet you all. We hope to welcome back in the future. Property Owner
Samir February 2024

“More of a stately home than a cottage!”

A beautiful property, spacious yet homely. The children didn’t want to leave. Lovely and clean, with literally every amenity, all you need is bath soap and toothbrush and toothpaste. Alpacas geese and sheep with the backdrop of beautiful rolling countryside…and a jacuzzi to enjoy the dark skies site.

- Samir, February 2024

Thank you for your review we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you back one day. Also a big thank you for leaving the house so tidy when you left. It was a pleasure to meet you. Property Owner
Richard November 2023

“We had a lovely family get together at the Farm House near Bala for a special Birthday celebration.”

The house is very clean and beautifully furnished, with the downstairs bedroom a real bonus for anyone requiring disabled access. Many thanks to the owners, Geraint and Jane, who are very friendly and attentive, providing details of local activities and places to visit along with a lovely welcome basket. Although the weather was very cold, the house remained really warm throughout and the sitting room log burner is a real bonus. With amazing views in a quiet location, the Farm House is perfectly located for exploring the surrounding area and beautiful Welsh countryside.

- Richard, November 2023

Thank you for our kind comments. We are so glad you enjoyed your week with us for the birthday celebrations. It was lovely to meet you all. We hope to welcome you back in the future. A very Happy Christmas and all our best wishes for 2024. Property Owner
Iris November 2023

“We had a great holiday the house is amazing so much room was lovely to have a dinning table we were all able to sit around and the added bonus of the smaller sitting room which was a quiet area for anyone that wanted it.”

Hot tub was a really good size and proved to be a great success. Jane and Geraint were really friendly and helpful even left me a lovely birthday card and a lovely welcome basket basket would love to return again sometime.

- Iris, November 2023

It was lovely to meet you all and we are glad you enjoyed celebrating your birthday with us. Hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Susan October 2023

“We had a lovely family holiday here.”

Great for walking, the sea and leisure centres when weather not so good. Rooms were all large, clean and great place for all of us to sit round the table together. Owner responded quickly to any questions we had and was very informative about the area. We would love to come back. Thank you

- Susan, October 2023
Heidi September 2023

“Beautiful location well kept hosts you could not wish for better, very attentive.”

Hosts gave good advice on where to go for a really good day out. Made sure we had everything we needed on arrival a hamper with home made cake included. Butter, milk ,eggs ,bread, tea ,coffee, sugar and the important toilet rolls. The jacuzzi was hot and ready to go, really relaxing holiday. The bedrooms where all spacious ,clean and inviting. We had the best holiday for a long time wales

- Heidi, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and especially the Welcome Basket and homemade Bara Brith cake! We hope to welcome you back before too long. Property Owner
Helen August 2023

“We had an amazing time at the Farmhouse.”

it is a beautiful home and well equipped with anything you'd ever need. The hosts, Jane and Geraint, are friendly and attentive without being intrusive in any way. The location of the property is excellent for exploring lots of local attractions without having to travel too far. We were extremely comfortable and are highly likely to return in the future. We can certainly recommend the Farmhouse highly.

- Helen, August 2023

Thank you for your comments. We enjoyed meeting you all and are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We are very central for all sorts. Hope to see you again in the future. Property Owner
Nicola August 2023

“Fabulous property - wonderfully spacious and general layout of the house worked really well.”

The owners were very communicative both ahead of our stay and whilst we were on holiday - they made us feel very welcome and gave some great recommendations of places to visit. They also left some really thoughtful, locally sourced welcome gifts - including bara brith, welsh cakes, welsh butter and beer. The hot tub was a great addition and a really good size and it was helpful in the evenings having two reception rooms as it meant the children could watch tv in one room whilst the adults were in another. The garden space is well maintained with a good bbq available to use. In terms of location - it is remote but with that comes beautiful views and a very peaceful break. It is about a 10 minute drive to Corwen (a lovely little village, with a nice cafe for breakfast and a fantastic 'giant adventure' walk in the surrounding hills). Bala is about 10 minutes drive away as well - a nice town with a beautiful lake. Larger towns (including a large supermarket) were about 20-25 minutes drive away. All in all, I couldn't recommend this property enough, in particular if it is a holiday for multiple families as the space is great.

- Nicola, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback, it was lovely to meet you all. We are glad you enjoyed the house, hot tub and garden. We love to let you know abut the area and what there is to see and do.. Wee hope to welcome you back again. Property Owner
Emma August 2023

“We had a fantastic stay at the farm house.”

The owners were very friendly and couldn’t do enough for you. We had a lovely welcome package when we arrived. The house is well equipped and plenty of space for everyone. We cooked a roast on our first full day. The children loved the games room, hot tub and gardens. We visited lots of places in the local areas. And have a lovely meal on our last night at the blue lion. Would highly recommend this property

- Emma, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback. It was lovely to meet you all. We will have to try the Blue Lion! Hopefully we will get to welcome you back n the future. Property Owner
David July 2023

“Lovely location.”

Beautiful solid house with large rooms and multiple bathrooms. Useful warm utility room. Well-stocked kitchen. Friendly and very helpful owners.

- David, July 2023

Thank you, for your comments. It iwas lovely to meet you all. We hope to welcome you again in the future. Property Owner
Margaret May 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay at The Farmhouse….”

It was extremely well equipped and spotlessly clean. Every one of the six bedrooms was spacious and beds were comfortable. The hot tub was fabulous.

- Margaret, May 2023

We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. It was lovely to meet you all. Hopefully we will see you again before too long. Thank you for your lovely comments. Property Owner
Ismaeel April 2023

“I am thrilled to write an excellent review of the six bedroom cottage I stayed at in Bala, North Wales.”

This stunning property is truly a family paradise, with a wide range of activities and amenities that are sure to keep you entertained throughout your stay. From the moment you arrive at the cottage, you'll be struck by its beautiful design and tasteful decor. The cottage boasts six spacious and comfortable bedrooms, each of which is beautifully decorated and equipped with plush bedding and high-quality linens. The cottage also features two luxurious living rooms, which provide the perfect space to relax and unwind after a day of outdoor activities. The living rooms are tastefully furnished and equipped with comfortable sofas, a cozy fireplace, and large windows that offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. One of the standout features of this cottage is the impressive games room, which is sure to delight sports enthusiasts of all ages. The games room is equipped with a range of activities, including a PS3, a WII console, large TV, surround sound as well as a wide selection of board games and books. In addition to the games room, the cottage also boasts a luxurious Jacuzzi, which provides the perfect opportunity to relax and rejuvenate after a long day of sporting activities. The Jacuzzi is located in a private, secluded area of the cottage, ensuring that you can unwind in complete privacy and comfort. The cottage's large and well-equipped kitchen is perfect for preparing delicious meals for the whole group. Whether you're whipping up a quick snack or preparing a gourmet feast, the kitchen is equipped with everything you need to create delicious dishes using fresh, local ingredients. Finally, the spacious courtyard provides the perfect outdoor space to enjoy the beautiful Welsh countryside. The courtyard is equipped with comfortable seating, a BBQ area, and plenty of space to enjoy outdoor games and activities. Overall, I would highly recommend this six bedroom cottage to anyone looking for a luxurious, sports-focused getaway in the heart of North Wales. With its impressive range of amenities, beautiful design, and perfect location for sporty activities, this cottage is truly a hidden gem. Thanks to the welcoming hosts Jane and Garath. Will definitely be coming back!

- Ismaeel, April 2023

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Property Owner
David April 2023

“It was the occasion of my Mum's 80th birthday, a reunion across continents, and a few sibling birthdays besides.”

Upon entering the property, we were immediately impressed by the light, spaciousness, and quality of the farm house. Every bedroom offered wonderful views, an ample comfortable bed, and modern en-suite or nearby bathrooms; there was no need to draw straws! The two living areas allowed us to spread out according to our preferences for solitude or entertainment, while the hot-tub provided another venue for conversation and enjoying the outdoors. But the highlight was the combined kitchen and dining area with a huge table for a dozen or more that allowed us to share meals and celebrate birthdays in comfort. We didn't travel out many times but we did enjoy Bala Lake and nearby towns. Now we just need another excuse to come back! Thank You so much.

- David, April 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We thoroughly enjoyed having you all to stay and are so pleased that your Mum enjoyed her birthday here. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner
Norma April 2023

“The wi fi was better than two years ago but still intermittent Also the front door did not lock and was not repaired the whole week leaving our valuables at risk The owners were notified several times but it was not mended and told it was a low risk area!”

- Norma, April 2023
Emma March 2023

“Lovely stay had by all - had everything we needed fab kitchen for family gathering to eat and a cozy fire in the evening on main room.”

Owners are very welcoming and the hamper of goodies was very thoughtful. House is well located to discover North Wales.

- Emma, March 2023
Emma November 2022

“Excellent farmhouse.”

We were a group of 11 friends and couldn’t get over how roomy the house was - we just kept discovering more and more rooms! Welcome pack was lovely, everything we needed was there and the hot tub was great. Highly recommend

- Emma, November 2022

Thank you for your great feedback, it was a pleasure to meet you, We hope you will stay with us again in the future. Property Owner
Railton October 2022

“We, 9 adults and 3 young children, had a most pleasant holiday at The Farmhouse.”

The house and grounds exceeded expectations. The large downstairs bedroom was particularly beneficial for the oldest member of the family. The hot tub was a great success with all ages. Apart from one loose tap in the bathroom, we had a wonderful stay. Many thanks to the owners and Sykes. Very good value.

- Railton, October 2022

Thank you for your comments, it was a pleasure to meet you all. The loose tap has been like that ever since we put it in and are told that that is the way they are! We hope to welcome you back in the future. Property Owner
Roger August 2022

“The house was delightful, larger and more impressive than the marketing photos indicate.”

The setting is private, large and really good for families or just adults. The facilities were excellent and the hot tub was a big hit with everyone. Close to Bala Lake, it was forty minutes to the coast or within ten minutes or more for all kinds of walks, being on the fringes of Snowdonia. The holiday was made even more enjoyable by the hosts, Jayne & Geraint, who made us feel welcome and were tremendously helpful, yet were sensitive to our privacy. In all it was a terrific holiday for our group and we hope to return there before too long.

- Roger, August 2022

Thank you for your lovely review. It was lovely to meet you all and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. We are having new photas taken in the next couple of weeks! Hope to welcome you back here one day. Property Owner
Fiona July 2022

“We had a lovely holiday,& Jayne & Geraint were very helpful & friendly.”

The house is very spacious & comfortable, & clean,& we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We’ll be back !

- Fiona, July 2022

It was lovely to meet you all and we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. There is so much to do in the area you must return to try different things! Hope the ankle recovers well. Can l ask why you scored us down on the accuracy of the listing and the facilities? Property Owner
Pryce July 2022

“We had the best stay and are already thinking of when we can return.”

- Pryce, July 2022

It was lovely to meet you all. Thank you for leaving the house so tidy and putting a load of washing on for us. We look forward to welcoming you here again soon. Geraint, Jane and Spot Property Owner
Marj April 2022

“What a wonderful experience.”

The cottage was outstanding in comfort, charm and in a fantastic location. The hot tub was a wonderful bonus and the kitchen facilities allowed us all to be together at meal times. Cooking facilities were brilliant and more than adequate and WOW - the bedrooms were a dream!

- Marj, April 2022

Thank you for your lovely review, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you back some time. It was good to meet you all. Property Owner
John March 2022

“Excellent stay and a great family get together.”

Nothing too much trouble for the owners but they were never intrusive. Will definitely recommend and will love to return one day.

- John, March 2022

Thank you for your lovely comments and we are glad you enjoyed your special birthday celebrations. It was lovely to meet you all. Property Owner
Lynne February 2022

“Absolutely amazing break, the house was phenomenal and the photos on the site do not do it justice.”

Beautiful place, location is so quiet and private. There were 10 of us and we had more than enough space for us all to relax. Would definitely go again!

- Lynne, February 2022

We are so glad you enjoyed your holiday with us. It was lovely to meet you all. The area has so much to offer and lots to discover. Property Owner
Bhavisha November 2021

“The property was lovely.”

Me and my friends had an amazing time. The hot tub was a lovely addition to the property. The house is equipped with everything you need. I spoke to the owners the night before and they gave me a run through of everything. They even provided me with lasagne dishes as I was cooking for a large amount of people.

- Bhavisha, November 2021

Thank you we are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. It was a pleasure to meet you all. Property Owner
Lauren November 2021

“Jane was very welcoming and friendly, a lovely gift basket of local produce was there on arrival as well as a birthday card!”

The house is beautiful, lots of space and the facilities perfect for what we needed. The hot tub was just the cherry on top and we had an amazing time. Plenty of space for 12 people and could not recommend more!

- Lauren, November 2021

Thank you, it was a pleasure to meet you, albeit short. Property Owner
Chris October 2021

“The farmhouse was amazing ‘huge’ and had everything our large family needed re: bedrooms/ensuite/bathrooms.”

The dining table and kitchen area was amazing so we could all dine together in one place and the living room was lovely and cosy with the open fire. The games room and jacuzzi were a huge hit with the kids AND adults! The owner Jane was amazing; friendly ans helpful throughout. We will definitely stay again when some of the children have got older.

- Chris, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback, it was lovely to meet you all. You will have to return to discover more of this area, there is so much to do and see. Property Owner
Diane September 2021

“The Farm House, was lovely and we felt right at home.”

It was a warm place and lovely to have a log fire. It was a lovely family holiday thank you.

- Diane, September 2021

We are glad your enjoyed yourselves, it was lovely to meet you all. Property Owner
Julie August 2021

“The accommodation was perfect for us!”

A lovely well equipped home and spacious for our family. The location of the property was nice and central to the places we visited. Those late evenings relaxing in the hot tub.. we would definitively recommend a stay with Jane and Geraint

- Julie, August 2021
Kathryn August 2021

“Great position for travelling around the area with lots of activities to keep all ages happy.”

- Kathryn, August 2021
Caroline June 2021

“The accommodation was excellent, clean and everything was of great quality.”

It was lovely and private and had everything we required for our stay. Jane was welcoming and the whole experience could not have been better.

- Caroline, June 2021
Pauline May 2021

“Jane and Geraint could not have been more helpful or welcoming.”

Excellent holiday which we hope to repeat.

- Pauline, May 2021
Sara April 2021

“The Farmhouse is grand and spacious.”

There was a place to store everything, for example, plenty of coat hooks, cupboards etc and the laundry room was wonderful for drying out swimming costumes! It was warm and comfortable, and the wood burner was an added bonus during the colder nights. The hot tub was glorious, and it was great to relax in the sunshine, listening to the lambs in the nearby field. Unfortunately, the internet couldn't cope with our demands and was intermittent. If it was possible to install a decent broadband connection, we would be willing to pay a bit extra for the week, as it would have made the media room more accessible. There was also a Wii which hadn't been mentioned in the listings, and we would have brought games for the Wii had we known. The blue ray controller was missing in the media room too. There was also a downstairs toilet (as well as the enough suite for the downstairs bedroom) which was useful, and I hadn't noticed that in the listings either. However, considering the house had not been used for a while due to lockdown, it was a wonderful place for an enjoyable, relaxing, quiet break away. We particularly enjoyed visiting Brenig, the lake at Bala and wandering around Ruthin.

- Sara, April 2021
Matthew September 2020

“Fabulous house!”

We stayed with a party of five and had this huge house to ourselves. It could have contained 12 people comfortably. The facilities were great with en-suite bathrooms in many of the bedrooms and a brilliant kitchen with all utensils and large oven. The well maintained hot tub was the icing on the cake. Highly recommended!

- Matthew, September 2020
Will September 2020

“Fantastic house, loads of space and everything we needed was provided.”

The hosts were very welcoming and the location was perfect for exploring Snowdonia. Would highly recommend.

- Will, September 2020
Jenny August 2020

“Lovely house set in a beautiful and peaceful setting.”

The house was spacious and with everything we needed, kitchen is the heart of the house which we spent much time in. The green area at the side of the house was great for the children and the ‘big’ kids!! Owners very helpful and friendly, nothing was too much trouble. Hopefully looking to return next year.

- Jenny, August 2020
Sally March 2020

“The Farmhouse is a perfect house for friends and family celebrations.”

All the bedrooms are spacious. The big kitchen was a great place to socialise. The hot tub was brilliant as was the games room. The owners were very helpful and accommodating

- Sally, March 2020
Ann December 2019

“Well equipped house, clean, facilities of a high standard , hot tub checked daily, welcome pack left in the kitchen.”

We were greeted by the friendly owners on arrival. Plenty of room for off road parking, we had 6 cars parked there. Rooms were a good size as were the bedrooms

- Ann, December 2019
Matthew November 2019

“Just spent a four day weekend at The Farm House and it was great myself and 10 friends have an annual early Christmas and the house was perfect.”

Plenty of space for a big group, very comfortable, the hot tub was great fun. We had such a great time we have booked again for next years trip!

- Matthew, November 2019
Rosemary August 2019

“17th August 2019 to 24th August 2019 The whole family (8) had a brilliant week holidaying in this lovely house which accommodated our every need.”

The hot tub was also a great addition, the views from all the windows and hot tub were just wonderful. The house is situated ideally for access to so many wonderful days out and we had many. Geraint and Jane are great hosts and did everything to make us welcome - Thank you, we hope to return. from the Hursts, the Costellos and the Stokes.

- Rosemary, August 2019
Joanne July 2019

“The house was fantastic, well equiped and incredibly clean.”

The kids particularly loved the hottub (which was maintained and cleaned everyday) and the grass area behind to kick around the football. The hosts were warm and friendly and on hand for any queries that arose. Loved staying here would highly recommend it.

- Joanne, July 2019
Laura July 2019

“The house was extremely dirty.”

I have a few pictures which highlight this. For the money paid I expected it to be spotless. There was a horrific smell from the main bathroom and one of the en suites which eventually led to us being unable to use the bathroom as the smell was so over powering. Not the home owners fault but there were a number of flies and wasp. In regards to the cleaning there were a number of dead flies around the house. It was a great shame as the property itself was amazing. The owners were not around until the Thursday so we were unable to mention anything. We did talk on that day but we were going out so was a quick chat.

- Laura, July 2019

We were disappointed to read your comments and would like to advise the following improvements have been made; The BBQ has since been thoroughly cleaned out and coal has been replaced, the handle is down to wear and tear due to being outside. Toilet brush and holder, awaiting delivery for a replacement. The oven was previously damaged and has been cleaned thoroughly but we have to be cautious when doing so to avoid further damaging the enamel. With reference to the fly on the window sill, as you may appreciate these will come and go due to the summer weather and it being that the property is situated in a rural conutry side. The dust was something we were not aware of, but have since made note of this going forward to ensure that these areas are maintained. Had we been made aware during your stay that you were not happy about the cleanliness of our property, we would have addressed them there and then, but would like to thank you for providing us with your feedback following your stay. Property Owner
Carrie April 2019

“Our original choice was cancelled the day before we were due to leave but with the help from Nicole from Sykes we found this gem!”

The cottage was amazing and Jane and Geriant were great, all in all an amazing holiday. Thank you.

- Carrie, April 2019
Ahmed April 2019

“It’s a great place to spend some time with family and friends.”

The host was wonderful and very helpful.

- Ahmed, April 2019
Angela March 2019

“We had an amazing time at the cottage.”

The hosts were very helpful and the cottage was a lovely place to hold a girly weekend away. We will definitely use the website and the cottage again.

- Angela, March 2019
Vicki February 2019

“We had a lovely holiday with friends.”

The house was fantastic and was perfect giving everyone the space needed. A beautiful location and great facilities.

- Vicki, February 2019
Paul December 2018

“The Farm House is a fabulous place for a group of up to 12 people to stay, it has large well appointed rooms, the bedrooms in particular were lovely.”

We also took full advantage of the hot tub!

- Paul, December 2018
Jane November 2018

“The farmhouse was just as described.”

Very clean and the hot tub was great. It was warm and there was plenty of hot water for all the bathrooms. Gerant popped in to say hello and check we were ok. Jane has provided a lovely welcome tray to with local produce . Would recommend the house and location fir a large family gathering

- Jane, November 2018
Bethan November 2018

“Lovely brake had by all, the photos don’t do it justice.”

Absolutely beautiful house with all luxuries and very attentive owners. A lovely gesture of a local produce food hamper on arrival too. Highly recommended.

- Bethan, November 2018
Gemma August 2018

“Where to start?”

Beautiful accommodation...so spacious and never felt like we were all on top of each other. Geraint and Jane the owners were lovely people and really approachable and brought us extra saucepans for our Sunday roast. The kitchen is huge!! And lovely we could all sit around the table to eat together. Utility room was great especially if you had clothes that needed washing before returning home. Log burner was cosy in the evenings and all beds were comfy. The bath in the main bathroom was so deep, great to have a soak whilst looking out the window at the view. The hot tub was just splendid! Especially after our long days out. Really could have stayed 2 weeks or never left at all. Thank you we will be returning for sure

- Gemma, August 2018
Sarah August 2018

“There was 6 adults, 3 children and 2 toddlers and we all had a really enjoyable holiday.”

The cottage was gorgeous and spacious. Would highly recommend to people.

- Sarah, August 2018
Judith May 2018

“Excellent property and very helpful owners”

- Judith, May 2018
Sarah March 2018

“The house was fantastic.”

Spacious and well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Owners were marvellous. Helping us by bringing us shopping when got snowed in! Much appreciated! A great find!

- Sarah, March 2018
P February 2018

“Lovely cottage with great hosts who checked regularly that things were ok.”

Was warm inside even when it was snowing outside. Very large kitchen and utility room where you could store bikes and do washing after a muddy walk. Thanks for a lovely week

- P, February 2018
Robert December 2017

“Second visit with family for Christmas holidays.”

.....just as good as last time.....great hosts who are very caring. Fantastic farmhouse kitchen was put to full use !! Hot tub was great as we soaked in glorious hot water outside in near zero temperatures drinking just a little alcohol....in plastic glasses of course Watched films with amazing sound surround..and had a really fantastic family holiday

- Robert, December 2017
Rebecca November 2017

“Had a fantastic holiday at the cottage.”

The owners were great and nothing was too much for them. They even sent my partner a birthday card. Really friendly. The house it self was amazing. Warm and cosy and plenty of space. We look forward to returning soon

- Rebecca, November 2017
Gemma October 2017

“Absolutely amazing house.”

Perfect owners. We were originally a little concerned that they were so close, but they were perfect! Popped round to introduce themselves the first day, made sure we knew how to contact them, but otherwise they just let us get on and enjoy their beautiful spacious house. Hot tub was lovely. And the owner checked levels etc every morning, so no horrible chlorine smell/taste. Wonderful holiday in a gorgeous location.

- Gemma, October 2017
Matthew September 2017

“Fantastic cottage in idyllic rural Wales.”

The farmhouse had everything we wanted, great for storing bikes also. Owners were lovely and helpful.

- Matthew, September 2017
Mark September 2017

“The house exceeded expectations it was spacious,clean had everything we needed the owners were there to welcome us there was a welcome basket on the table along with a homemade cake yummy.”

We were within driving distance of all the places we wanted to go.highlight was the hot tub.

- Mark, September 2017
William Thomas August 2017

“Owners, Jane and Geriant were very helpful in this lovely cottage with lots of facilities.”

The property served as a good base to enjoy North Wales. A good holiday had by all the family.

- William Thomas, August 2017
John June 2017

“The Farm House at Bala was a fantastic property with superb facilities.”

It was a great location from which to base our planned excursions for the week. I will definitely consider re-booking this cottage.

- John, June 2017
Roland March 2017

“Warm and cosy farmhouse.”

Nicely situated and we were well looked after by helpful hosts. Our group of eight all loved the spacious accommodation and its comfort which contributed greatly to our enjoyable week in Wales. Great to come back to at the end of the day.

- Roland, March 2017
Helena February 2017

“We had a really lovely week at The Farm House.”

The house itself was very spacious, beautifully decorated with an enormous kitchen-diner and ensuites to three of the bedrooms. The hot tub was an added bonus! The only slight niggle was that wifi was variable, but obviously this is often the case with rural locations and the panorama more than made up for it. Jane, the owner, couldn't have been more welcoming or helpful, and the lady who came to clean at the end of our stay was equally as friendly - it felt like they really cared about us having an enjoyable stay. We ate at two fantastic local restaurants - Palé Hall and Tyddyn Llan. Both were very good and were able to cater for our party with a vegan diner, but we found Palé Hall to be a particularly special experience. We feel sure they will be getting a Michelin Star very soon (we were told they had been in the week before). The restaurant at Rhug Farm was also fantastic at adapting their menu to make it vegan. We would be very keen to come back to the Farm House later in the year when more local attractions are open. Thanks again for a really lovely stay.

- Helena, February 2017
Jo December 2016

“The hosts were extremely welcoming and we had a thoroughly enjoyable Christmas with friends.”

- Jo, December 2016
Nicola December 2016

“Fab house with friendly owners”

- Nicola, December 2016
Lisa November 2016

“Absolutely amazing house in the middle of the beautiful Wales countryside.”

We had a fantastic long weekend here and enjoyed it all so much we're talking about coming back! Do not hesitate to book this house!

- Lisa, November 2016
Julia October 2016

“Amazing property.”

We have stayed here 3 times now. Great for larger groups with the 3 ensuites and another bathroom. The property also has a very large kitchen and 2 living rooms. Also a very large utility room where you can leave your bikes. The owners have a small caravan park next door but this doesn't impact on your stay at all. The house has its own entrance and privacy. The owners are lovely and are a phone call away if you need anything.

- Julia, October 2016
Isabella August 2016

“This is a little treasure and Jane and Geraint are helpful hosts.”

All 3 families thoroughly enjoyed this busy yet resting holiday, the farmhouse was a welcome rest to busy days, children and adults alike had a great time! What a find!

- Isabella, August 2016
Caroline August 2016

“The owners were on hand for any issue from giving us tips on places to go and sorting out small problems from previous visitors.”

I would not hesitate to recommend this property to anyone.

- Caroline, August 2016
Debra July 2016

“The cottage was beautiful and had all the facilities that we needed.”

It was really a perfectly beautiful setting and we had a wonderful time. The owners were so friendly and helpful. The hot tub was a brilliant feature of our holiday from soothing aching muscles after climbing Snowdon to just sitting in it watching the night sky clouds and stars. Just a fabulous setting for a perfect holiday.

- Debra, July 2016
Helen May 2016

“The property was the best house we have ever stayed in, which totally made our holiday enjoyable”

- Helen, May 2016
Martin March 2016

“This was a fantastic property ideally situated for explorations of the stunning scenery of Snowdonia and the Berwyn mountains.”

The hosts were extremely kind and helpful and attentive to all our needs. The three families visiting enjoyed a fantastic week soaking up the scenery, eating together in the spacious kitchen and relaxing in front of the wood burner in the lounge. The whole building was incredibly well decorated and the hot tub was a lovely extra. We spent several evenings eating outdoors, sipping sparkly and admiring the stars! What could be better! Fabulous!

- Martin, March 2016
Trevor March 2016

“The Farm House was a superb property with great facilities and was very comfortable.”

The best self catering property we've stayed in.

- Trevor, March 2016
Sheila February 2016

“By far, The Farm House was the best property we, as a family have stayed in over the past 8 years.”

The spacious house and high quality carpets and curtains made it the quietest one we have stayed in for everyone to get a great nights sleep in very comfortable beds. Fantastic woodburner with superb dry logs supplied by the owners very efficient as was the central heating - great after wet but thoroughly enjoyable days out. Relaxation in the Hot Tub splendid. Perfect location to enjoy Bala lake kayaking, Treetops Adventure Park and a visit to Chester Zoo. Definitely recommend staying at this very comfortable house and, for the first time, we are considering returning to this property instead of searching for something else. Many thanks to the owner for such a superb holiday home.

- Sheila, February 2016
Sarah November 2015

“An excellent property, it was the perfect size and very well equipped.”

All the bedrooms were excellent.

- Sarah, November 2015
Louise October 2015

“Seven of us stayed in the house.”

Every room was lovely & beautifully furnished so no arguments over room allocations! Every single one of us plan on returning with our families.

- Louise, October 2015
Eileen August 2015

“It was great to be able to be together in one house .”

The Farm House has been beautifully decorated and was fresh and clean. The whole house has been refurbished to a very high standard.

- Eileen, August 2015
Katherine May 2015

“A fantastic house.”

It was decorated and furnished to a high standard and it was really clean. It worked well for a group of 3 families with young children. I would recommend this property and the area.

- Katherine, May 2015
Debbie May 2015

“What an absolutely stunning house.”

Renovated to an extremely high standard and with all of the comfort we could have asked for. The owners were lovely and helped us out with everything we needed. We particularly loved the hot tub and BBQ, although everything else was just perfect.

- Debbie, May 2015
Rachel May 2015

“A beautiful grand farm house.”

The pictures do no do this property justice. It was so lovely and warm, me and my friends and family felt at home instantly when we got there. A wonderful spacious home. It's suitably located for some of the adventurous activities North Wales has to offer. I am already planning my return to The Farm House this summer.

- Rachel, May 2015

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Summary

Six bedrooms: 1 x ground floor king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double with en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double, 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC just of the kitchen
Kitchen with dining area and seating area
Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer available
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Media room.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove
Dual fuel Rangemaster cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
4 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, Blu-ray, PlayStation 3, Nintendo Wii, WiFi
Fuel, power and fuel for stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair
Games room with table tennis
Ample off road parking
Large indoor bike store
Enclosed front and side garden with lawn, hot tub, furniture and BBQ
A large outdoor area which is perfect for family games and activities
Use of caravan park playground with swing, slide and climbing frame
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and licensed café 6 mins walk, pub 2.5 miles
Note: Adult supervision is required for guests using the playground area
Note: This property has a £500 good housekeeping bond
NOTE: Maximum occupancy 12 including children or infants
Please note that short break bookings for the Christmas and New Year period need to be a minimum of 5 nights duration
Note: This property only accepts a Friday check in.

The property

Bala 7.5 miles.

One of the finest holiday cottages on the Denbighshire/Gwynedd border, this superb detached farmhouse with hot tub and benefiting from fibre optic broadband is set in the quiet hamlet of Glan Yr Afon, or Glanrafon, on the edge of the owners small caravan park.

The owners have extensively renovated this holiday cottage to create a delightfully well-equipped and stylishly-presented home-from-home.

The spacious kitchen with range cooker has been knocked through to create a dining and seating area, forming the hub of the home and a room where all the family will want to spend time preparing home-cooked meals or just chatting together.

A further sitting room has been furnished with a woodburning stove and comfy seating to provide a cosy retreat on cooler evenings.

For gaming and movie enthusiasts, there is a media room set up with surround sound TV, PlayStation 3 and Blu-ray player for a great cinema experience.

The property offers six stylish bedrooms, including four king-size doubles, a further double room and a twin room.

Three of the king-size rooms have en-suite facilities, and all have designer tiles and high quality fittings.

On sunny days, relax in the gardens and listen to the nearby stream babbling past, before hopping into the hot tub and soaking away your aches and stresses, or stargazing late into the night.

Guests also have use of the quiet caravan sites playground with swing, slide and climbing frame.

Rhug Organic Farm Restaurant, Takeaway and DriveThru is only 2.5 miles away, where you can go and enjoy some coffee and cake after walking through Rhug Estate.

A licensed café in the village and a Michelin-starred restaurant within 7 miles, there is somewhere to dine for everyones taste.

The delights of Bala, with its extensive range of activities and superb watersports options will provide you with something new to do every day of your stay.

A perfect cottage for friends and family to enjoy a memorable holiday, all year round.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

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About the location

BALA

Corwen 11 miles; Dolgellau 18 miles; Llangollen 22 miles; Betws-y-Coed 29 miles.

The bustling market town of Bala lies within the beautiful Snowdonia National Park and is located at the head of Llyn Tegid, Bala’s famous lake, which is the largest natural lake in Wales and home to a unique fish called the Gwyniad, a relic of the Ice Age. Renowned as a centre for great watersports including fishing, sailing, canoeing, windsurfing and whitewater rafting, Bala is also the headquarters of the narrow gauge Bala Lake Railway. The town itself is steeped in history and has a range of interesting shops, inns and restaurants, and an historical Town Walk. Surrounded by the wonderful Berwyn Mountains on one side and the beautiful Snowdonia Mountain Range on the other, this is a mecca for climbing, walking, mountain biking and many other outdoor activities. An ideal location for touring all of North and Mid Wales including the stunning Cambrian Bay Coast with the six-mile long Harlech Beach, overlooked by its majestic medieval castle. A truly wonderful part of Wales catering for all interests.

NOTE: Maximum occupancy 12 including children or infants
Note: This property has a £500.00 Good Housekeeping Bond
Note: Short break bookings for the Christmas and New Year period need to be a minimum of 5 nights duration.
Note: This property only accepts a Friday check in.

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

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Reviews & Ratings

“Everything about this property is to a very high standard.”

“Our stay at The Farmhouse was perfect.”

“A beautiful, big farmhouse in a lovely, serene setting.”

“More of a stately home than a cottage!”

“We had a lovely family get together at the Farm House near Bala for a special Birthday celebration.”

“We had a great holiday the house is amazing so much room was lovely to have a dinning table we were all able to sit around and the added bonus of the smaller sitting room which was a quiet area for anyone that wanted it.”

“We had a lovely family holiday here.”

“Beautiful location well kept hosts you could not wish for better, very attentive.”

“We had an amazing time at the Farmhouse.”

“Fabulous property - wonderfully spacious and general layout of the house worked really well.”

“We had a fantastic stay at the farm house.”

“Lovely location.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at The Farmhouse….”

“I am thrilled to write an excellent review of the six bedroom cottage I stayed at in Bala, North Wales.”

“It was the occasion of my Mum's 80th birthday, a reunion across continents, and a few sibling birthdays besides.”

“The wi fi was better than two years ago but still intermittent Also the front door did not lock and was not repaired the whole week leaving our valuables at risk The owners were notified several times but it was not mended and told it was a low risk area!”

“Lovely stay had by all - had everything we needed fab kitchen for family gathering to eat and a cozy fire in the evening on main room.”

“Excellent farmhouse.”

“We, 9 adults and 3 young children, had a most pleasant holiday at The Farmhouse.”

“The house was delightful, larger and more impressive than the marketing photos indicate.”

“We had a lovely holiday,& Jayne & Geraint were very helpful & friendly.”

“We had the best stay and are already thinking of when we can return.”

“What a wonderful experience.”

“Excellent stay and a great family get together.”

“Absolutely amazing break, the house was phenomenal and the photos on the site do not do it justice.”

“The property was lovely.”

“Jane was very welcoming and friendly, a lovely gift basket of local produce was there on arrival as well as a birthday card!”

“The farmhouse was amazing ‘huge’ and had everything our large family needed re: bedrooms/ensuite/bathrooms.”

“The Farm House, was lovely and we felt right at home.”

“The accommodation was perfect for us!”

“Great position for travelling around the area with lots of activities to keep all ages happy.”

“The accommodation was excellent, clean and everything was of great quality.”

“Jane and Geraint could not have been more helpful or welcoming.”

“The Farmhouse is grand and spacious.”

“Fabulous house!”

“Fantastic house, loads of space and everything we needed was provided.”

“Lovely house set in a beautiful and peaceful setting.”

“The Farmhouse is a perfect house for friends and family celebrations.”

“Well equipped house, clean, facilities of a high standard , hot tub checked daily, welcome pack left in the kitchen.”

“Just spent a four day weekend at The Farm House and it was great myself and 10 friends have an annual early Christmas and the house was perfect.”

“17th August 2019 to 24th August 2019 The whole family (8) had a brilliant week holidaying in this lovely house which accommodated our every need.”

“The house was fantastic, well equiped and incredibly clean.”

“The house was extremely dirty.”

“Our original choice was cancelled the day before we were due to leave but with the help from Nicole from Sykes we found this gem!”

“It’s a great place to spend some time with family and friends.”

“We had an amazing time at the cottage.”

“We had a lovely holiday with friends.”

“The Farm House is a fabulous place for a group of up to 12 people to stay, it has large well appointed rooms, the bedrooms in particular were lovely.”

“The farmhouse was just as described.”

“Lovely brake had by all, the photos don’t do it justice.”

“Where to start?”

“There was 6 adults, 3 children and 2 toddlers and we all had a really enjoyable holiday.”

“Excellent property and very helpful owners”

“The house was fantastic.”

“Lovely cottage with great hosts who checked regularly that things were ok.”

“Second visit with family for Christmas holidays.”

“Had a fantastic holiday at the cottage.”

“Absolutely amazing house.”

“Fantastic cottage in idyllic rural Wales.”

“The house exceeded expectations it was spacious,clean had everything we needed the owners were there to welcome us there was a welcome basket on the table along with a homemade cake yummy.”

“Owners, Jane and Geriant were very helpful in this lovely cottage with lots of facilities.”

“The Farm House at Bala was a fantastic property with superb facilities.”

“Warm and cosy farmhouse.”

“We had a really lovely week at The Farm House.”

“The hosts were extremely welcoming and we had a thoroughly enjoyable Christmas with friends.”

“Fab house with friendly owners”

“Absolutely amazing house in the middle of the beautiful Wales countryside.”

“Amazing property.”

“This is a little treasure and Jane and Geraint are helpful hosts.”

“The owners were on hand for any issue from giving us tips on places to go and sorting out small problems from previous visitors.”

“The cottage was beautiful and had all the facilities that we needed.”

“The property was the best house we have ever stayed in, which totally made our holiday enjoyable”

“This was a fantastic property ideally situated for explorations of the stunning scenery of Snowdonia and the Berwyn mountains.”

“The Farm House was a superb property with great facilities and was very comfortable.”

“By far, The Farm House was the best property we, as a family have stayed in over the past 8 years.”

“An excellent property, it was the perfect size and very well equipped.”

“Seven of us stayed in the house.”