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Y Gribyn in Dolgellau

Boasting a rural position on the foothills of Cadair Idris in Islawr-dref near Dolgellau, is the inviting, stone-built cottage, Y Gribyn. Tucked away and providing a great little base promises a refreshing retreat for a couple or a sole traveller looking to escape their busy daily routines to explore this stunning part of Wales; Y Gribyn is ideally situated for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the magnitude of opportunities on offer within the Snowdonia National Park, as well as relaxing days on the picturesque coast.

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Offering an open-plan living space with a compact kitchen area, drop-leaf table and chairs, along with a charming sofa to curl up with your loved one as you settle down for the evening to watch a favourite film. As the evening draws to a close, head along the hallway to find a nicely presented double bedroom with a window that floods the space with natural light and looks out towards the surrounding countryside. On a sunny afternoon, spend time on the patio and take in the picturesque surroundings. For those special occasions, venture into the centre of Dolgellau where you will find a selection of restaurants and pubs, as well as several shops for picking up the essentials. For those feeling active, you will find a magnitude of walks from the doorstep of the cottage which includes the mountain peak Cadair Idris, including The Mawddach Trail, or keen cyclists will be delighted with the nearby Coed y Brenin Forest Park. Alternatively, head to the coast where you can soak up the sun at the sandy beaches, Fairbourne awaits with its long stretch of shingle shores and beachfront golf club. Further along the coast is the delightful town of Barmouth, a place making for a great day out, where you can go crabbing in its Marina, climb to Dina Oleo and view the beautiful stone-built town below, or simply bask in the sun on the popular Traeth Abermaw Beach. Make your way into the Snowdonia National Park to find more outdoors activities, from thrilling zipwires to kayaking in white waters; or continue to travel along the coast to discover more picturesque settlements, including the Italianate village of Portmeirion. A joyful couples break is waiting to be experienced at Y Gribyn.

The quaint market town of Dolgellau rests in the centre of southern Snowdonia, at the foot of the Cader Idris mountain range and within easy access to the coast, making for a delightful holiday destination. After partaking in exciting outdoors activities within the National Park or watersports along the coast, holiday-goers can come back to this peaceful base to relish delicious meals at its selection of pubs, or grab essentials from the town's convenience stores.

7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Dolgellau is detailed below.

Wed 18th Moderate rain 13°C 6°C 27mph 18.5mm 1,006mb
Thu 19th Light rain 6°C 4°C 19mph 3.9mm 1,014mb
Fri 20th Moderate rain 8°C 5°C 24mph 6.6mm 1,016mb
Sat 21st Moderate rain 10°C 7°C 23mph 10.4mm 1,013mb
Sun 22nd Rain and snow 7°C 4°C 31mph 9.7mm 1,014mb
Mon 23rd Rain and snow 6°C 4°C 25mph 1.4mm 1,028mb
Tue 24th Moderate rain 10°C 6°C 12mph 9.5mm 1,025mb

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