Briallen in Bontddu near Dolgellau | Must-See Gwynedd Hot Tub Cottage

About Briallen

Briallen is a cozy studio-style pod located on an 850-acre hill farm in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. This single-storey retreat offers complete privacy and stunning countryside views, with the gentle sounds of a neighbouring stream providing the soundtrack to your Welsh getaway. Perfect for couples who want to escape the daily grind without roughing it.

The surrounding landscape is a playground for outdoor enthusiasts. Rolling hills stretch as far as the eye can see, with the Rhinog mountain range offering spectacular hiking opportunities. Fancy a beach day? Fairbourne is just 9.3 miles away. Or explore the quaint town of Dolgellau, less than 6 miles from your doorstep. The wood-fired hot tub will be waiting when you return - nothing beats stargazing from steamy waters with a glass of something cold!

This compact but cleverly designed pod features an open-plan layout with a double bed, fully-equipped kitchen area with combi microwave/oven and 2-ring induction hob, plus a modern bathroom with walk-in shower. Smart TV and WiFi keep you connected, while the front decking with furniture and fire pit create perfect spots for alfresco dining.

Visit the RSPB Mawddach Woodlands (15 minutes), explore the fascinating Clogau gold mine (20 minutes), wander through Coed Ganllwyd National Nature Reserve (12 minutes), or enjoy Dolgellau Park (15 minutes) for a relaxing picnic spot.

Briallen welcomes one well-behaved pet too, so your four-legged companion can enjoy the Welsh countryside alongside you. Who said three's a crowd?

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating
✓ Combi microwave/oven, 2-ring induction hob, toaster, kettle, fridge
✓ Smart TV and WiFi
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Off-road parking available
✓ Front decking with furniture, wood-fired hot tub, and fire pit
✓ One well-behaved pet welcome
✓ Sorry, no smoking
✓ Shop 5.8 miles, pub 2.8 miles

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Briallen

Private Hot Tub

The wood-fired hot tub offers magical stargazing opportunities while listening to the nearby stream. Perfect after a day of hiking.

Secluded Location

Set on an 850-acre hill farm within Eryri National Park, guests love the peaceful setting with no neighbours except sheep and ponies.

Welcome Treats

Arriving to complimentary drinks and snacks makes the perfect start to your holiday after a long drive.

Outdoor Space

The front decking with fire pit creates an ideal spot for alfresco dining while enjoying the beautiful Welsh countryside views.

Modern Amenities

Despite the rural location, guests appreciate the Smart TV, WiFi and Bluetooth speakers for staying connected.

Pet Friendly

Being able to bring one pet means the whole family can enjoy the surrounding countryside walks together.

Getting To Briallen

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Briallen by car, follow directions to the 850-acre hill farm within Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park. The pod is located in a secluded spot with convenient off-road parking available right next to your accommodation.

By Train

For rail travelers, the nearest station is in Barmouth, approximately 10 miles from the property. From there, you'll need to arrange a taxi to complete your journey to the farm.

Off-road parking available

Barmouth station (10 miles)

Located within Eryri National Park

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

RSPB Mawddach Woodlands

Distance: 5 miles

LL40 2HZ

Clogau Gold Mine

Distance: 7 miles

LL40 2LF

Coed Ganllwyd National Nature Reserve

Distance: 4 miles

LL40 2HZ

Rhinog Mountain Range

Distance: 8 miles

LL40 2HZ

Afon Mawddach Riverside Walk

Distance: 6 miles

LL40 2TA

Precipice Walk

Distance: 7 miles

LL40 2HZ

Dolgellau Town Centre

Distance: 5.9 miles

LL40 1AB

Fairbourne Village Store

Distance: 9.3 miles

LL38 2PX

Barmouth High Street

Distance: 10 miles

LL42 1DW

Local Bus Service

Distance: 5.8 miles

LL40 1AB

Barmouth Train Station

Distance: 10 miles

LL42 1LU

Taxi Services in Dolgellau

Distance: 5.9 miles

LL40 1AB

RSPB Mawddach Woodlands

Distance: 5 miles

LL40 2HZ

Clogau Gold Mine

Distance: 7 miles

LL40 2LF

Coed Ganllwyd National Nature Reserve

Distance: 4 miles

LL40 2HZ

Rhinog Mountain Range

Distance: 8 miles

LL40 2HZ

Afon Mawddach Riverside Walk

Distance: 6 miles

LL40 2TA

Precipice Walk

Distance: 7 miles

LL40 2HZ

Dolgellau Town Centre

Distance: 5.9 miles

LL40 1AB

Fairbourne Village Store

Distance: 9.3 miles

LL38 2PX

Barmouth High Street

Distance: 10 miles

LL42 1DW

Local Bus Service

Distance: 5.8 miles

LL40 1AB

Barmouth Train Station

Distance: 10 miles

LL42 1LU

Taxi Services in Dolgellau

Distance: 5.9 miles

LL40 1AB

Is Briallen Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

While Briallen offers a beautiful setting with outdoor space, it's designed as a compact studio pod for two people. The single room layout with double bed makes it less suitable for families with children. The hot tub and fire pit also require supervision. Better options exist for family holidays with proper bedroom separation and kid-friendly facilities.

For Couples

Briallen is perfect for couples. The intimate studio layout creates a cozy atmosphere, while the private wood-fired hot tub offers romantic stargazing opportunities. Cook together in the compact kitchen or enjoy the fire pit for evening drinks. Wake up to countryside views and spend days exploring before returning to your secluded pod. The welcome treats add a special touch.

Pet Friendly

Briallen welcomes one well-behaved pet, making it ideal for dog owners. The 850-acre hill farm location provides endless walking opportunities right from your doorstep. The neighboring stream and rolling countryside create a sensory paradise for pets. Nearby Rhinog mountains and beaches at Fairbourne offer varied terrain for adventurous dogs to explore. Private wood-fired hot tub|Stunning national park location|Cozy studio pod|Welcome treats included|Pet-friendly accommodation Royal Ship||5.9 miles|LL40 1AR Y Meirionnydd Restaurant||5.9 miles|LL40 1AX The Last Inn||10 miles|LL42 1DB AI: I notice I made a small error in the pet-friendly section tag. Let me correct that: Briallen welcomes one well-behaved pet, making it ideal for dog owners. The 850-acre hill farm location provides endless walking opportunities right from your doorstep. The neighboring stream and rolling countryside create a sensory paradise for pets. Nearby Rhinog mountains and beaches at Fairbourne offer varied terrain for adventurous dogs to explore.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Briallen

Royal Ship

Located 5.9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL40 1AR

Y Meirionnydd Restaurant

Located 5.9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL40 1AX

The Last Inn

Located 10 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL42 1DB

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Briallen

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Briallen features a wood-fired hot tub on the front decking. It's perfect for relaxing while enjoying views of the countryside and listening to the neighbouring stream.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, Briallen welcomes one well-behaved pet. The surrounding 850-acre hill farm and nearby walking trails make it an excellent location for dog walks.

What type of accommodation is Briallen?

Briallen is a single-storey studio-style pod with an open-plan layout. It includes a double bed, kitchen area, dining space, sitting area and bathroom all within one cleverly designed space.

What cooking facilities are available?

The kitchen area includes a combi microwave/oven, 2-ring induction hob, toaster, kettle and fridge. There's also a fire pit outside for barbecues or outdoor cooking.

How far is it to the nearest town?

The nearest town is Dolgellau, which is 5.9 miles away. Here you'll find shops, restaurants and amenities including the Royal Ship for dining.

What outdoor space does the property have?

Briallen has front decking with outdoor furniture, a wood-fired hot tub and a fire pit. The pod is situated on an 850-acre hill farm with beautiful countryside views.

Is there parking available?

Yes, Briallen offers off-road parking for guests. The property is located on a private farm, so your vehicle will be safely parked throughout your stay.

What attractions are nearby?

Nearby attractions include the Rhinog mountain range for hiking, RSPB Mawddach Woodlands, Coed Ganllwyd National Nature Reserve, Clogau gold mine and beaches at Fairbourne (9.3 miles) and Barmouth (10 miles).

Briallen Reviews

Rebecca

Beautiful, secluded, perfect base for walks. Allthe facilities we required, owners were lovely and very helpful. Our little Border Terrier loved it, and it was great that yhe area around the pod was fenced off so that he couldn't do a great escape. We will he back x.

Terence

Excellently presented! Well kept, excellent hostess.

Cosy private pod, well furnished to a very good standard striking a balance between comfort and function. Very well looked after with surrounding garden area well kept footpath and parking area. Hot tub was great, and a welcome way to relax after a walk in the mountains.

Vanessa

We stayed here in Jan 25 for 7 nights, absolutely amazing Claire was so helpful, we had a leak on the hot tub which was sorted straightaway, hot tub was lovely, was very cold so as expected it did take longer to get the hot tub hot, but so worth the wait! We took a little Dachshund, she loved all the new smells, the pod is fenced in which made to easier to relax with her, only thing I would be mindful of if you have a small dog is there is a gate at the top and bottom which she could get through but she only attempted once so wasnt an issue for us, she loved it! We would definitely go back

We had a fab time in the pod. It was a v cold weekend and the tub took 4 hrs and all the wood to heat up, it was worth it though.

Amazing getaway! Beautiful scenery and great facilities. Only negative is that the lower feed for the hot tub was blocked so despite two attempts we couldnt get the hot tub warm.

Zandra

I booked this for my husbands birthday as a gift and to say he completely loved it is an understatement, we were also able to take our dog with us and I can guarantee he enjoyed himself too and as for myself I don't usually do back to nature but I can honestly say I did not want to leave. The most beautiful place we have ever stayed so relaxing and quiet and the hot tub oh wow 5 star

The pod was as described. We was staying a week so storage was awkward but we survived. Hob was a challenge but instructions to hand and sorted. Hot tub was amazing. We have a springer who loved the freedom of the secure garden. Will defo be back. Thank you Clare.

What an amazing! !! Get away! Well set up, everything is ready set up to go.. and amazing location for relaxing

A peaceful secluded location, yet easy access to main road. We were able to easily continue our coastal walking of Wales between Harlech and Aberdovey and use this as a central base. We thoroughly enjoyed the outdoors hot tub and the whole ambience of this idyllic hideaway.

Nicola

Exceptional location, being remote but with all of the creature comforts. Nestled in farmland with the surrounding mountains as your vista. Yet still not far from amenities. Couldnt have been more perfect.

Christine

Good location. Clean and tidy property. Really enjoyed our stay.

Felicity Mae

Great property with privacy and beautiful views. Dogs and myself and partner had a wonderful relaxing time. Plenty of logs for fit pit and hot tub, close to local amenities and activities! Would 100 recommend if you are in need of a relaxing, serene, and peaceful place to unwind

Andrea

This lodge is absolutely amazing, we had such a relaxing time and fell in love with the area. The farm cat, Mrs Lloyd, became my best friend for the few days we were there and she was a real highlight. The owners were lovely and available when needed, but they let us be ourselves and made sure you have your privacy. The hot tub takes a while to heat up, so bear that in mind, but I loved using the firepit every night. Sitting out with the fire going at night surrounded by the sheep and horses was honestly so incredible. One thing to note, the roads on the way to the area could be super narrow and winding just for anyone who isn't comfortable with country roads as this is something we wish we knew so we could decide who was driving there. But honestly, the trip was incredible. We had such a relaxing time. Thank you so much to the owners for letting us stay

Cameron

Stayed at the Briallen lodge for 3 nights, was so pleased with our stay, the surroundings and location were just amazing, all the wildlife and being up in the mountainshills, the facilities and lodge itself was stunning too, so clean and well kept and supplied with little extra bits that made it even more enjoyable, would definelty come back!

Joanne

Beautiful setting for this pod. Was private and secluded with beautiful views. Was lovely having sheep in the field next to us and 4 ponies below us. The POD is wellequipped, comfortable, and warm. The hot tub was outstanding. The only small little suggestion that I have is a small curtain over the window above the bed. Only because at this time of the year when the sun rises early it does wake you. Barmouth is close and a beautiful place to visit. Even though you are out of the way it has easy access to busier places and towns. Brilliant 2 nights and we will be looking to possible book a house close by so that we can take the children and the dogs.

Ashley

Lovely place to stay in. Very clean and the owners very helpful. Would defiantly stay again. Hot tub was lovely especially after my walk up snowdon.

Absolutely gorgeous property. It had everything you needed and was just as the pictures promised. The bluetooth speakers and welcome goodies were a nice touch. The couple couple easily have squeezed in lots of pods but the fact that there are only two with lots of personal space and land is really special. The property information booklet could of had a couple of suggestions for local things to doeateriers days out etc but we found lots to do in a lovely area. T

Thank you for such a gorgeous stay in Briallen Lodge, my fianc and I and our dog Ted really enjoyed our stay, the lodge was so clean and tidy and the area is so peaceful for a relaxing stay. We made the most of the lovely wood fired hot tub, we cannot fault anything during our visit and we were also pleased to meet Mrs Lloyd. We look forward to booking again in the future.

Kenneth

I was extremely pleased with the pod it was presented very clean & tidy, well decorated with all necessary appliances and utensils it was also very dog friendly with a well fenced off garden. Would certainly recommend as pod was great as was the surrounding views from pod.

Delightful little place in a beautiful landscape

Lovely and private little cabin, very clean and nicely decorated. WIFI and facilities were excellent. We had a lovely time while we were here and the hot tub was a huge bonus for us. However if you are wanting to use the hot tub I would recommend getting your own logs as there isnt enough to keep it going especially if you havent used a log burner before. Also it would be handy for more information on how to operate the hot tub in the booklet. Mrs Lloyd the farm cat was lovely and she always made an appearance which was welcome by us! However be careful leaving the window open at night as she came in at the middle of the night

We had a lovely stay at Briallen and cannot wait to return! The location was absolutely beautiful and we could not fault the cabin. It was so clean and well maintained with lovely little touches like Prosecco and biscuits upon arrival! We felt really comfortable and at home during our stay and we had lots of visits from Mrs Lloyd the cat who was so friendly! Cannot fault Briallen and were already looking to book again for next year!

Natasha

The property was amazing, well furnished and immaculate. It was so clean it looked brand new. I loved my stay here this week and my furry friend loved it too. The area was amazing, the town was lovely and we had a very nice, relaxing stress free week. The gifts were a very nice personal touch and it just made me feel so welcome. I will definitely be recommending this property to others and I would love to come back and stay again. 1110 stay, it was amazing.

Alison

This property is perfection! Extremely cosy, impeccably clean and well thought out to make maximum use of space. The surrounding scenery is stunning, and the whole place feels isolated and private. It was exactly what I was looking for. I had daily visits from Mrs Lloyd the farm cat who is very friendly and affectionate. Its very difficult to put into words quite how wonderful this place is. I cannot wait to visit again.

This pod is absolutely beautiful. Set in the most beautiful surroundings. It is perfect for a visit to the coast or countryside walks. The pod is immaculately clean. There is everything you could need, and everything is of the best quality. Very well thought out from the path leading to it and the large secure area around, and everything else besides. Plenty of inside storage under the bed. Comfy, warm and cosy. I could not recommend this gorgeous little place enough. I can't wait to visit again in the future.

Sophie

The pod was absolutely beautiful. Very clean and cosy. The pod is very secluded so you have lots of privacy. There's plenty of outdoor space for the dog which was perfect for us. I would 100 stay here again. However, unfortunately we did run into a few minor issues with the hot tub, there was a leak in the tub which resulted in us having to refill the tub several times which in turn cooled it right down. I have sent the owners a private message to inform them Id recommend bringing some fire wood or kindling with you also! Mrs Lloyd came to say hello a few times, she's so friendly!

Isabel

Such a lovely and clean property, very inviting and welcoming. The scenery is amazing and it is so tranquil. Some lovely walks around and not far from towns and the coast. Would highly recommend. My only query was the hot tub as it had a small leak and we were not provided with that information before arrival however we managed to work it eventually.

Lovely place to stay. Nice and peaceful and clean. Will definitely be booking again. The cat was very friendly too.

We had a lovely time at the property. We were greeted at the gate and escorted to the property by Mrs Lloyd who regularly checked up on us. There was an issue with the central heating upon arrival but was quickly rectified by the owners. The hot tub was rather disappointing though. There is a water leak on the top inlet hose from the fire which meant low water levels. There is also a filter missing from the same inlet hose into the hot tub which meant ash was in the water.

Carmen

Was a lovely stay, the place was very clean and very well looked after with modern interior. Such a beautiful and secluded location. We very much enjoyed our stay, thank you.

Limited storage for clothes would benefit with a few baskets under settee .

Absolutely flawless, no faults at all!

Great secluded stay, perfect for escaping the fireworks that scare our dog on bonfire night. There is one pod in the field next door and a couple houses nearby but its designed so that its pretty private for both. Amazing peaceful surroundings, river stream on your doorstep! Mrs Lloyd owners cat was a character and very sweet! WiFi is also very good youll need it as no signal Hot tub got up to heat in November give it a couple hours and a big fire. A little more kindling to get it going would be nice though. The price is very fair for such a great spot at a nice property. There were a couple downsides but only worth noting and didnt detract from our stay The blinds are quite awkward and one kept falling off. They are also more like privacy semitransparent rather than blackout so we found there was no point using them Storage is very limited as you might expect, dont bring huge bags. Slight odour in bathroom noticeable occasionally, nothing an air freshener couldnt help Mattress and pillows not the best but got used to it A bit more info in booklet may be helpful e.g. walks, using hot tub, recommendations nearby Nothing against the property but we found much of the shops, cafes, restaurants etc in surrounding towns are more often than not closed during off season. We highly recommend this if youre looking for a peaceful getaway and is perfect for a dog too.

This is a perfect holiday spot. The location is fantastic it is tucked away in the midst of Snowdonia, however it is only a short drive to local attractions and eateries! It is a lovely pod, so spacious and cosy! Clare and Gethin were so friendly and accommodating We will definitely go again, and would recommend it to anyone! Just be nice to Mrs Lloyd!

I recently stayed at Briallen and what a wonderful stay. The cottage was so homely and deceivingly spacious, even though there is another pod it is very private. I would definitely recommend and i will be returning

Rachael

Location was absolutely perfect, and the views were incredible. The pod had all the essentials needed for a lovely stay.

Joanne

Instructions on how to operate the hot tub and how long it takes to heat up would have been beneficial

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Briallen, Bontddu near Dolgellau

About Briallen

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Private Hot Tub

Secluded Location

Welcome Treats

Outdoor Space

Modern Amenities

Pet Friendly

Getting To Briallen

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Briallen Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Royal Ship

Y Meirionnydd Restaurant

The Last Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Briallen Reviews