Bodowen Coach House, Abermo

About Bodowen Coach House

Bodowen Coach House is a stunning stone-built holiday home set in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, Gwynedd. This converted coach house offers authentic Welsh countryside living with modern comforts and spectacular mountain views.

The location provides direct access to hiking trails and climbing routes. You can explore forests and lakes within minutes. The property sits in peaceful surroundings yet remains close to local villages.

The accommodation sleeps up to six guests across three well-appointed bedrooms. The master bedroom features an en-suite bathroom. Two additional bedrooms offer flexible sleeping arrangements. The open-plan living area includes a fully equipped kitchen and comfortable seating. Original features blend with contemporary design throughout.

Harlech Castle stands 8 miles away (15 minutes). Portmeirion village is 12 miles distant (20 minutes). Zip World Slate Caverns offers adventure 15 miles away (25 minutes). Barmouth Beach stretches 10 miles south (18 minutes).

This dog-friendly retreat suits families and groups wanting genuine mountain experiences. Bodowen Coach House delivers authentic Welsh hospitality with outstanding National Park access.

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Need To Know

What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Bodowen Coach House

Spectacular Mountain Views

Floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking Snowdonia peaks from every angle. The elevated position provides uninterrupted vistas across valleys and forests throughout your stay.

Original Stone Features

Exposed stonework and traditional beams create authentic Welsh character. The careful restoration preserves historical details whilst providing modern comfort and warmth throughout.

Direct Trail Access

Walking paths start from the doorstep leading into Snowdonia National Park. Multiple difficulty levels suit casual walkers and experienced hikers seeking mountain adventures.

Spacious Open-Plan Living

The generous living area accommodates six guests comfortably. Large dining table and quality kitchen facilities make group meals and socialising effortless and enjoyable.

Dog-Friendly Policy

Well-behaved dogs receive a warm welcome with plenty of outdoor space. The surrounding countryside provides endless walking opportunities for four-legged companions.

Peaceful Rural Location

Complete tranquillity surrounds the property with no traffic noise. The secluded setting offers genuine escape whilst maintaining convenient access to local amenities and attractions.

Getting To Bodowen Coach House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Bodowen Coach House by car, take the A496 coastal road through Harlech. Turn inland following signs towards Llanbedr and continue on minor roads into the Snowdonia foothills. The property is clearly signposted with off-road parking for two vehicles.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Harlech on the Cambrian Coast Line, approximately 8 miles from the property. Taxis are available from the station, or you can arrange collection. The scenic train journey offers stunning coastal views.

Off-road parking for two cars

Harlech station (8 miles)

Accessible via A496 and minor roads

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Harlech Castle

Distance: 8 miles

LL46 2YH

Portmeirion Village

Distance: 12 miles

LL48 6ER

Zip World Slate Caverns

Distance: 15 miles

LL41 3NB

Rhinog Fawr Mountain Trail

Distance: 2 miles

LL42 1RN

Cwm Bychan Lake Walk

Distance: 4 miles

LL45 2PH

Llanbedr Woodland Path

Distance: 3 miles

LL45 2LD

Harlech Village Shops

Distance: 8 miles

LL46 2YA

Porthmadog Town Centre

Distance: 14 miles

LL49 9DU

Barmouth High Street

Distance: 10 miles

LL42 1DS

Llanbedr Village

Distance: 3 miles

LL45 2LD

Shell Island Beach

Distance: 5 miles

LL45 2PJ

Harlech Beach

Distance: 9 miles

LL46 2UG

Harlech Castle

Distance: 8 miles

LL46 2YH

Portmeirion Village

Distance: 12 miles

LL48 6ER

Zip World Slate Caverns

Distance: 15 miles

LL41 3NB

Rhinog Fawr Mountain Trail

Distance: 2 miles

LL42 1RN

Cwm Bychan Lake Walk

Distance: 4 miles

LL45 2PH

Llanbedr Woodland Path

Distance: 3 miles

LL45 2LD

Harlech Village Shops

Distance: 8 miles

LL46 2YA

Porthmadog Town Centre

Distance: 14 miles

LL49 9DU

Barmouth High Street

Distance: 10 miles

LL42 1DS

Llanbedr Village

Distance: 3 miles

LL45 2LD

Shell Island Beach

Distance: 5 miles

LL45 2PJ

Harlech Beach

Distance: 9 miles

LL46 2UG

Is Bodowen Coach House Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children can explore Snowdonia National Park trails starting from the doorstep. Shell Island Beach offers rock pooling and sandcastle building 5 miles away. Zip World Slate Caverns provides underground adventures 15 miles distant. Harlech Castle delivers medieval history with interactive displays. The spacious garden offers safe outdoor play. Barmouth Beach features traditional seaside amusements and water sports.

Pet Friendly

Dogs love the extensive walking opportunities starting from Bodowen Coach House. Snowdonia National Park trails offer varied terrain for all fitness levels. The enclosed garden provides secure outdoor space. Nearby forests and beaches welcome four-legged visitors. Shell Island permits dogs year-round on its expansive sands. Local pubs in Llanbedr and Harlech accept well-behaved dogs. The rural setting ensures safe off-lead exercise.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Bodowen Coach House

The Victoria Inn

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL45 2LD

Plas Cafe Harlech

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL46 2YA

The Grapes Hotel

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL46 2YB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Bodowen Coach House

Does this lodge have a hot tub?

No, Bodowen Coach House does not feature a hot tub. The property focuses on traditional Welsh cottage comforts with spectacular mountain views and countryside access instead.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, well-behaved dogs are welcome at Bodowen Coach House. The property offers excellent outdoor space and direct access to dog-walking trails throughout Snowdonia National Park.

How many guests does Bodowen Coach House sleep?

The property accommodates up to six guests across three bedrooms. The master bedroom includes an en-suite bathroom whilst two additional bedrooms provide flexible sleeping arrangements for families or groups.

What facilities are included in the kitchen?

The fully equipped kitchen includes an oven, hob, microwave, fridge-freezer and dishwasher. All essential cookware, utensils and dining equipment are provided for self-catering throughout your stay.

Is there parking available at the property?

Off-road parking for two vehicles is provided directly at the property. The parking area offers convenient access to the entrance with space for unloading luggage and equipment.

What is the nearest town to Bodowen Coach House?

Harlech is the closest town, located 8 miles away with shops and restaurants. The village of Llanbedr sits closer at 3 miles offering essential amenities and local pubs.

Can I access walking trails from the property?

Yes, multiple footpaths begin directly from Bodowen Coach House leading into Snowdonia National Park. Routes range from gentle valley walks to challenging mountain ascents suitable for experienced hikers.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Standard check-in begins at 4pm and check-out is by 10am. A Good Housekeeping bond of £250 applies to all bookings at this property.

Bodowen Coach House Reviews

We have stayed at this property before but noticed a drop in standards. Heres the list. WiFi signal not working on our phones. Password not provided. Update the instruction manual. Quality control the fixtures and fittings Bulb not working in living room, bathroom window wont open, loo seat needs fixing, fish slice broken, wine glasses random Single bed mattress poor and squeaky Cut back trees before losing view Clarify Mikes role in the instruction manual. He was v helpful regarding smoke detector issue but vague re WiFi and password.

Fabulous location and views wonderful walks and magical garden. We had a great holiday. However, some housekeeping which would be so easy to fix just spoiled it a little and we noted from the visitor book that this was nothing new. Previously mentioned the shower screen was old and the black seals falling out we repaired! Cushions in living room exuding feathers clock in kitchen not working cobwebs on bedroom ceiling very mean supply of toilet roll we had to ration near the end. Teabags also mean and Earl Grey which is a weird selection and not to ours or many people's taste sugar very mean a few paper straws in the bottom of the pot! In addition the toilet seat was broken and the TV needs retuning couldn't get some channels. Generally, if there was a choice between a bottle of wine and chocolate biscuits OR more loo roll, teabags and sugar AND some complimentary shower gels shampoos we would go for the latter. However, many places we stay have BOTH!

A curates egg for sure. Unsurpassed views..delightful garden...but overall in need of upgrading to equate to the position and ambience of the site. De luxe definitely not...kitchen units tired and damaged...bathroom a hark back to the 70's with genuine foldback concertina screen over the bath and awkward toilet seat...carpet to the bedrooms also need replacement...but hey the weather was fantastic and Barmouth soooo nice..such a beautiful and underrated place to visit. Can recommend Dylans for a super evening meal...and the Mermaid fish and chips for a superb fresh and enjoyable take out on the prom..we took the ferry across to fairborne ...and the train to tal ybont..for fabulous walks back to barmouth along the beach...brilliant local walks all around...all in all we had a FAB time...but owners please update if you can the coach house and we would recommend 100.

The apartment was lovely Sykes welcome pack cheap and disappointing only one toilet roll smallest milk no tea coffee not what Id expect.

A beautiful setting once we found the property. It would have been helpful to have detailed directions I.e to know it was tucked behind a layby. Property needs a good spring clean, lots of cobwebs and dust. Found a dirty baking sheet in the cupboard. Previous Sykes cottages have had welcome packs not here there was a jar with musty tea bags. The EV charger was not working but the very helpful gentleman who lives below was able to assist. But on the positive side lovely wild flowers in a vase. The cottage was warm, cosy and good supply of hot water. The views from living room are wonderful. This cottage is perfect for 2 people would have been cramped for more. The location is great just outside Barmouth, wonderful walks nearby.

Claire

This place is a jewel, in a gorgeous setting with absolutely magnificent views, and a lovely garden. We spent many happy hours just looking out of the full height window at the estuary and mountains, and walking from the property. It is comfortably and tastefully furnished, with everything you need. There is plenty of space for two people, though four adults might find it a little crowded. The double bed is very comfortable but as often the case the single beds are less so. It was clean when we arrived, however there were a few frustrating things in spite of being told there would be fire making materials for the wood burning stove, none were provided1 toilet roll only was supplied, a tiny bit of washing up liquid, and just enough dishwashing tablets. There was a bulb missing in one of the bedside lights and the battery was flat on the kitchen clock. Looking at previous feedback in the comments book there seem to be a long list of minor housekeeping quibbles. It's a shame to dwell on such minor things, but they need fixing to make this a totally five star experience.

The cottage is in a fantastic location with stunning views. Parking is off road, on a steep hill, but ok to access. Its comfortable and relatively clean. Extremely quiet. Unfortunately little things like Cobwebs in upper corners and dead flys on the windowsills let it down. Lots of feathers from the living room cushions on the floor and sofa. Not sure how long it had been since the cleaners had been in. Bathroom wasnt particularly clean. Bedroom lamp missing a bulb. Disappointed not to have a welcome pack, especially after reading positive reviews on the essential items previously left for guests. What added insult to injury was the half finished pint of milk left in the fridge! And no bags in the bins! Appreciate its a self catering cottage, but you would expect essential basic items such as bin bags in the bins, especially the kitchen. Only had food waste bags in the cupboard. Not essential, but WiFi was poor, constantly dropping connection. Not great when trying to entertain a youngster on wet days. A deep clean and a refresh of some of the furniture would really boost the place.

Philip

The best thing about this property is of course the view which is amazing and always changing. There are new patio doors to the Juliet balciony and you can sit on the sofa and take in the beauty of the estuary and the mountains. There is a lovely garden although there is quite a bit of road noise when sitting out. The property itselt could do with some tlc and improvement in hanging space for clothes. I do object to hanging my clothes next to a mop and bucket! However all things considered if we return to Barmouth we would definitly stay here again.

Lovely cottage, great views of estuary and within walking distance of Panorama Walk viewpoint 30 min or Barmouth, 2 miles. Attractive garden for sitting out in and listening to the birds. Everything that we needed for a relaxing short break.

Richard

Perfect. Very well provided and a lovely kitchen. Great views over the Mawddach Estuary and a fabulous walk staring at the back gate. A good history with a famous explorer thrown in. What more could you wish for

Edward

I think it was a pretty place and the owner was nice. The only downside the kitchen was a bit scuffy. The lack of information on how the utilities work. The place could do with books puzzles and maybe something for kids to do in the evenings.

The property is lovely and cosy. It sits within beautiful managed woodland with an incredible view over the estuary. Very peaceful with walks possible from the door with no need to drive anywhere. The log burner is lovely and the flat has everything you need to cook in the evenings. Just don't forget to pack dishcloths and washing up liquid spray for nondishwasher items and surfaces as these were not provided.

Well equipped, but no promised broadband when we arrived on Saturday. This was reported on Sunday and we were told that an attempt to fix it would be made on Monday. It was clear having returned from a walk that nobody had been. We didnt get broadband until Friday. While access to the internet wasnt a major problem the inability to make emergency calls could have been. The person we spoke to on Sunday didnt make any attempt to contact us. This is unacceptable. Tony

Russell

Lovely views even in the Welsh rain ! Barmouth is great.Though the maintenance of the property was lacking. The French doors were poor, the toilet was unusable for over two days untill it was finally fixed. The water supply was not fit for purpose, having no water at any time until we left We won't be coming back to stay.

Claire

Warm, clean, friendly, comfortable, all facilities, a fabulous view & lovely homecultivated honey from Bodowen's own bees. We had a lovely week & would definitely book again recommend Bodowen to others. Thank you. Claire

Thomas

Cottage was lovely,great location,had a lovely walk through the woods and surrounding hills. Just need to replace kettle,thick with lime scale had to make hot drinks in a pan,apart from that great

Matthias

It was a pleisure for us, staying in this beautiful house. Because of the lovely weather we had the opportunity to had bot, breakfast and dinner in the beautiful garden and enjoyed the amazing view. One suggesstion let a serving tray or smth like that in the kitchen, it would make it easier to transport all the plates and cupes to the garden

Second time here and will not be last. Can't complain about anything the location and wildlife are amazing,property clean tidy and well equipped owners friendly and always helpful.Towns nearby and a few steps out of the door your in the middle of the best kind of nowhere there is. Can't thank you enough. Ron and Olwyn

Christopher

Excellent location with a patio door view of maddoch estary from the front room. very tranquil and property outstanding. Very clean and tidy with a modern feel highly recommend.

Phillip

Bodowen Coach House is a delightful place to stay. The location is quiet with access to many walking paths literally from your front door. There were several book of walks in the house to provide details of many places to explore in the locality. The house itself was clean, comfortable and warm, with good views of the Mawddach estuary, and the garden a delight in good weather. We had very enjoyable week despite indifferent weather. Even the rain added to the experience the waterfalls were spectacular! A very good centre for exploring Snowdonia and MidWales. Highly recommended.

Shmuel

Great place to be away from busy and stressful environment of a big city. Very nice accommodation to stay in, highly recommended.

Nicholas

The property is. certainly not a new property. It may be new to holiday let but it certainly wasnt in new condition. Kitchen sink plug was not working. Taps to wash basin in bathroom were difficult to turn off and swivelled. Carpet in living room needed a deep clean . Window frame in bathroom did not look as though it had ever been cleaned.

Absolutely spot on great location clean and tidy. Owners could not be more helpful.. Enjoyed our stay was genuinely sad to leave. A big thank you to all.

Joanne

Fantastic location, wonderful views and very comfortable. Beautiful garden. Well equipped house. Lovely welcome pack and delt with issues as quickly as possible. Great walks from the door step too. Great place. Our only criticism is that it is listed as detached, where it is above someone else's home so really a semi. Thank you for a great stay.

Lovely property, great views and good walks and will book again in the future.

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About Bodowen Coach House

Need To Know

What Guests Love

Spectacular Mountain Views

Original Stone Features

Direct Trail Access

Spacious Open-Plan Living

Dog-Friendly Policy

Peaceful Rural Location

Getting To Bodowen Coach House

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Bodowen Coach House Right For Your Group

For Families

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Victoria Inn

Plas Cafe Harlech

The Grapes Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Bodowen Coach House Reviews