Isfryn Cottage

15/08/2024

We’re sad to say that Isfryn Cottage has taken its final booking. We will be closing its doors for the last time on 16th September 2024. New Welsh Government rules mean that if we can’t guarantee to be occupied for 182 nights a year, we cannot continue to be counted as a business. In our beautiful, quiet valley, some years we’ll exceed the target, others not. The penalty for failure is that, despite being part of the building we live in, Isfryn will be counted as a second home and will face 3 times Council Tax. We literally cannot afford to take the chance. We’ve had eight happy and successful years in which we’ve been privileged to host lovely people, some of whom are now like old friends. We’ve brought over 1,000 people to enjoy the beauties of this area and we’d like to send our warmest thanks and good wishes to everyone who has come to stay.

20/04/2024

A fresh new coat of paint for Isfryn self catering cottage for two in beautiful southern Eryri. All ready to welcome visitors to the Dyfi Valley, which is springing with Bluebells, lambs and bird song. Details of how to book are in the comments.

19/02/2024

Some fantastic lake walks that are all within an hour or so of Isfryn Cottage self catering cottage for two in beautiful southern Eryri/ Snowdonia.

Snowdonia Mountains and Coast’s mountain-ringed lakes could have been created for memorable circular walks. You’ll find scenic stretches of water to explore across the region, each alive with fascinating heritage, mythical tales, awe-inspiring nature and show-stopping sights. We’ve picked a se...

06/01/2024

Happy 2024 from Isfryn, our cosy cottage for 2 on the Southern edge of Eryri (Snowdonia).
We're now offering a 5% discount to Blue Light Card holders as a Thank-You to those that look after the rest of us.

Let us know if you've got a blue light card when you book/enquire and we'll do the rest.
See our website details in the comments below.

24/12/2023

Nadolig Llawen/ Merry Christmas from Isfryn self catering cottage for two in beautiful southern Eryri/Snowdonia. To book your cosy winter gateway relaxing in front of our log burner, see our website details in the comments. We look forward to welcoming you!

10/12/2023

Sunset over Barmouth on the Mawddach Estuary.
Two local walks, the Old and New Precipice walks offer fabulous sunset views of the estuary, when the weather is right. The main picture was taken from near the car park of the New Precipice Walk. With a quick drive down the road we managed to sneak a couple of final sunset shots at Barmouth itself.

11/11/2023

It's a beautiful autumn here on the southern border of Eryri/Snowdonia. Why not take a short break and soak up the beauty? At Isfryn self-catering cottage for two, you'll find a cosy log burner and a basket of home made and Welsh produce to greet you. Find out more via our website details in the comments. We look forward to welcoming you to beautiful Wales.

31/10/2023

Many of our guests at Isfryn self catering cottage for two in Southern Eryri/Snowdonia love to visit local gardens. This is Gregynog. It's a venue for music, the Arts and education. It has 750 acres of beautiful wooded grounds and makes a lovely autumn walk - followed by tea and cake in the cafe, naturally. To find out more about Isfryn cottage and this area, see our website details in the comments.

27/10/2023

Isfryn is a cosy cottage for two on the beautiful southern border of Eryri/Snowdonia. One of the many lovely walks in the area is around Llyn Barfog (Bearded . Lake). According to legend, the lake is a gateway to the Otherworld. It was said that the Gwragedd Annwn, the Elphin Dames, would emerge from the waters and would be glimpsed among the hillsides with their snow white dogs and cattle. The walk begins at a little shed full of provisions to send you in your way. It offers beautiful views of the estuary and sea. Come and visit to explore this beautiful area. Details of our website address in the comments.

02/10/2023

Wales has plenty of Winter magic to offer. Isfryn cottage on the southern border of Eryri / Snowdonia is a cosy retreat for two where bracing winter days out can end with a steaming shower, an evening in front of our cosy log burner and a blissful night's sleep. Find out more via our website whose details are in the comments below.

Be at one with the Welsh landscape even in the colder months, from stargazing in the Brecon Beacons to sleeping in a ‘conker’ in Powys

26/09/2023

All the beauty and drama of early autumn in Wales. It's a quieter season to visit, so you can easily find yourself some space and peace. All of this, right on your doorstep when you stay at Isfryn self-catering cottage for two on the southern border of Eryri/Snowdonia. Spectacular scenery outside and a cosy log-burner to come home to. Link to our website in the comments.

31/08/2023

Just a few pictures from yesterday's walk through Bryn Eglwys slate quarry and up to the pretty little packhorse bridge Pont Llaeron. The quarry area itself is an impressive area to visit, with some huge open chambers next to the footpath - I'm not sure my picture does justice to the size of the holes! The quarry closed in 1946, after a long period of decline and now a popular local walking spot (for those that know the route in). There are two ways to drive in and both involve bumpy untarmaced tracks - ask us for directions if you'd like to visit. Despite being only a mile or so from the quarry Pont Llaeron feels a very isolated spot, apparently it could have been built in the 1700s or early 1800s for carrying slate out to ships at Aberdyfi, before the Tallyllyn railway was built.

27/08/2023

There are so many beautiful places to visit when you stay at Isfryn self catering cottage on the southern border of Snowdonia/Eryri. Come and explore!
See the comments for our website details.

17/06/2023

We have unexpected vacancy!
If you'd like a five-star, self-catering break for two (minimum four nights) in the beautiful Dyfi Valley on the southern border of Snowdonia/Eryri, check our website for details.
Comfortable Superking bed, fully equipped kitchen, walk in shower, two sitting rooms, a Welsh Welcome Basket full of home made and local goodies, superfast broadband, smart TV. A bright, welcoming, sparkling clean cottage with easy access to walks, mountain biking, coast and attractions.

16/06/2023

Our Local Social Enterprise Cwmni Nod Glas recently improved and signposted a series of circular walks in the area - the routes vary from easy flat 2 miles to a strenuous 12 mile all-dayer. Paper maps are available in local shops and online maps and directions are available at https://dinasmawddwy.co.uk/

Yesterday we walked the 'Cwm Cewydd Path' from Dinas Mawddwy, which took around 2.5 Hours.

It's a really pretty stroll alongside the Afon Dyfi followed by a climb up through woods and then back down via wild flower meadows and a shady lane.

12/06/2023

Creiglyn Dyfi, the source of the Afon Dyfi, is an isolated mountain lake high above the Mawddwy valley, at the foot of Aran Fawddwy.

No marked footpaths lead there, so it doesn't receive many visitors, and it feels a truly wild place.

This walk starts from Llanymawddwy, 8 miles from Isfryn. I scrambled up the impressive Tap Nyth yr Eryr (Eagles Nest Crag) and then descended to Ceunant y Briddell - 'The Gorge of the Grave' is the most melodramatic translation.

A long and pretty walk up Llaethnant and below Foel Hafod Fynydd leads to the Llyn. Llaethnant means 'valley of milk' and Foel Hafod-fynydd is 'bare mountain of the summer farm' so it's likely that cattle were kept here in the past.

The llyn itself is a stunning spot, bu even in the summer the water is very chilly indeed!

If you'd like to do the walk, here's an OS Map route https://explore.osmaps.com/route/17345670/creiglyn-dyfi-from-blaen-pennant-via-tap-nyth-yr-eryr?lat=52.784201&lon=-3.659970&zoom=14.0737&style=Leisure&type=2d

25/05/2023

This remarkable place is just 15-20 minutes over the hill from Isfryn. You can see it by taking the footpath to Abercorris slate mine.

Scores more replica buildings and structures have been discovered as the overgrown site is cleared

16/05/2023

Home made Double Chocolate Cake. Made with Belgian chocolate for just the right level of decadence...
One of our favourites to include in the Welsh Welcome Basket (Basged Croeso Cymraeg) at Isfryn Cottage, our self-catering cottage for two in North Wales. Like to try some?

14/05/2023

Here we are, all set up for our next lovely guests. The table laid for two and fresh flowers on the windowsill: just a couple of the welcoming touches you'll find at Isfryn.

06/05/2023

Isfryn's bedroom is a very peaceful place to wake up

04/05/2023

Home made vegan carrot cake for our guests at Isfryn Cottage. We'll always do our best to make sure that our Welsh Welcome Basket (Basged Croeso Cymraeg) meets your dietary needs.

02/05/2023

Forgotten your reading glasses? We have a pot of them in Isfryn Cottage to make sure that you don't miss out on your holiday reading.

30/04/2023

For a breakfast treat, our Welsh Welcome Basket (Basged Croeso Cymraeg) contains our home-made nutty granola. It's made with all-natural ingredients and slowly baked to achieve the perfect crunch.

25/04/2023

Bluer than blue and millpond flat for my Aberystwyth swim this morning. The gorse on the road home was positively glowing.

24/04/2023

It's not often we wander Aberystwyth seafront just after sunset. It was rather lovely.

13/04/2023

Newtown Textile Museum is a fascinating place to visit for anyone with an interest in the topic. And now you can get photographs to commemorate your visit too! It's 40 mins from Isfryn, and we'd recommend adding in a visit to Oriel Davies art gallery in Newtown while you're on the spot. The café and shop there are lovely and there are constantly changing exhibitions.

Travel back in time to Newtown in the 1840s with our new photo booth.

12/04/2023

Fancy waking up here on a last minute spring escape?
Book to stay with us for a minimum of 3 nights between now and 24th April and get 10% off your stay.
www.isfryncottage.co.uk

11/04/2023

What a treat and an adventure in locally foraged food, eating at Foxglove restaurant in Barmouth last night. The restaurant is totally vegan and offers a weekly set taster menu. Every single course was delicious. It's a small space, so booking is essential, but we totally recommend it if you're staying with us at Isfryn Cottage. It's a 35 minute drive and absolutely worth it!

30/03/2023

We are always trying to keep our supplies for Isfryn Cottage as planet-friendly as possible. Here are a few of the things we are currently trying out.