BYTHYNNODMOEL YR IWRCHCOTTAGES
Bythynnod Moel yr Iwrch Cottages are located on a smallholding in the hills above the bustling little village of Betws y Coed. Recently declared the official ‘Gateway to Snowdonia’, the village’s beautiful location among woods and riverbanks makes it a popular tourist destination all year round. The village boasts an outstanding array of shops, from quality craft shops to outdoor gear specialists. It’s a village that never closes, even in the middle of winter.
A little closer to our farm is the picturesque village of Capel Garmon (1.8 miles away). The local village pub, The White Horse Inn / Tafarn Pen Llan, is open all year round from 5pm and serves good pub grub. We reckon it’s within walking distance from our cottages, especially if you take the more direct route along the public footpaths. The walk to the village is mostly downhill so of course the walk home will require a little more energy – an ideal way to work off your meal!
A short journey in any direction will take you to rugged mountain tops, big sandy beaches and some of the most spectacular scenery in the UK……..
Snowdonia offers the biggest, boldest mountains in Wales and England and is one of the most ancient and hauntingly beautiful areas in Europe. The recently awarded status of ‘Dark Sky Reserve’ adds to the appeal of the area, making it one of only three places in the Uk where you can experience an exceptional quality of starry nights.
For those looking for adventure the area offers a host of activities – climbing, pack rafting, Gorge Walking, Scrambling, mountain biking, high ropes adventure – as well as some more relaxing activities like fishing and golf. This gem of an area offers many circular walking routes that take in magical hidden lakes, cascading waterfalls and serene riverbanks –
www.mudandroutes.com/snowdonia-walks-from-betws-y-coed
The area is quickly becoming a mecca for outdoor pursuits enthusiasts and ‘adrenaline junkies’ alike. Attractions like Zip World, Surf Snowdonia, GYG Karting, and Go Below are all within a 30 minute drive of Bythynnod Moel yr Iwrch Cottages. The Gwydir (AKA Marin), Penmachno and Coed y Brenin mountain bike trails are on our doorstep, offering some of the best mountain biking trails in Wales. For Downhill enthusiasts the Antur Stiniog Downhill and Freeride centre offers a challenging day out.
For a more leisurely day out there are numerous National Trust and Cadw properties including the world famous Bodnant Gardens.
www.walkupsnowdon.co.uk
www.attractionsofsnowdonia.com
www.visitsnowdonia.info
www.visitbetwsycoed.co.uk
www.lonelyplanet.com
www.mudandroutes.com
Our Address
Bythynnod Moel yr Iwrch Cottages
Nebo
Conwy
North Wales
LL26 0RS
The following directions are the easiest route to find us (although you’re welcome to follow the more ‘scenic’ route which a Sat Nav might send you on – Post Code is LL26 0RS):
From the North (A470):
At J19 A55 take A470 signposted Llanrwst.
Continue on A470 into town of Llanrwst, continue through and out of the town towards Betws Y Coed.
After Llanrwst drive for 2 miles then take left turning signposted ‘Capel Garmon 2.5 miles / Nebo 4.75 miles’.
Continue on this unclassified road and after 3.2 miles take left turning signposted ‘Nebo’ (having driven through the village of Capel Garmon on the way).
Drive another 200m before taking first right signposted ‘Moel yr Iwrch Isaf’.
Drive down the lane, carefully over the cattle grid and continue down the lane to the farm.
From the South East (A5):
From Corwen, continue on A5 for 18.5 miles then take right turning, signposted ‘Capel Garmon’ (on your way you will pass village of Cerrigydrudion on your right and drive through village of Pentrefoelas).
After 1.2miles turn right, signposted ‘Nebo’ (on the way you will pass turning for ‘Siloam’ and for ‘Snowdonia Shepherd’s Huts’, both on right).
Drive another 200m before taking first right signposted ‘Moel yr Iwrch Isaf’.
Drive down the lane, carefully over the cattle grid and continue down the lane to the farm.
From South Wales (A470):
At A470 / A5 junction at Betws y Coed turn right onto A5 signposted Llangollen. Continue on A5 for 2.9 miles then turn left onto unclassified road signposted Capel Garmon (you will have driven past turning for Penmachno on right / passed large blue caravan cafe in lay-by on right).
After 1.2miles turn right, signposted ‘Nebo’ (on the way you will pass turning for ‘Siloam’ and for ‘Snowdonia Shepherd’s Huts’, both on right).
Drive another 200m before taking first right signposted ‘Moel yr Iwrch Isaf’.
Drive down the lane, carefully over the cattle grid and continue down the lane to the farm.
Please ring our landline if you have any trouble finding us – 01690 710462.
Wishing you a safe journey.
Ioan & Sue