Hen Ysgubor Cottage

Hen Ysgubor is a lovely barn conversion set in an elevated position above the charming town of Bala, with open countryside close by and views of Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) drifting in the distance. Peaceful and welcoming, it sleeps four, is dog-friendly, and suits families and couples alike looking for a quiet base in the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park.

A characterful barn conversion above Bala

Wander through the garden and into a cottage full of character, with exposed beams, three bedrooms and a bathroom, a utility area off the entrance hall and a comfortable living space. There is a patio and garden for sunny days, parking on site, and the reassurance of one of Sykes’s best-reviewed Bala cottages — a genuinely relaxing, well-loved base in a lovely elevated setting.

Peaceful and dog-friendly

With its exposed beams, garden and welcome for dogs, Hen Ysgubor is an easy, comfortable base for a couple or small family, with distant lake views and open countryside on the doorstep. It is the kind of place guests return to year after year.

At a glance

• Sleeps 4 — three bedrooms, one bathroom
• Barn conversion with exposed beams; garden and patio
• Elevated setting with distant Bala Lake views
• Dog-friendly; parking; WiFi
• Excellent guest reviews

Where it is

Hen Ysgubor sits in an elevated position above Bala, the friendly market town built around Llyn Tegid, the largest natural lake in Wales, in the southern part of the Snowdonia National Park. You can browse more places to stay across the area on our Snowdonia accommodation page.

Things to do nearby

Bala is built around its lake — four miles of water made for sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and paddleboarding. The narrow-gauge Bala Lake Railway steams along the southern shore, and just up the road the National White Water Centre on the Tryweryn offers some of Britain’s best rafting. Walkers have the Aran and Arenig mountains within reach, while the town itself has a friendly high street of independent shops and cafes. It is a brilliant, slightly off-the-beaten-track corner of Snowdonia.

Who it suits

With its character, garden and welcome for dogs, Hen Ysgubor suits couples and families who want a peaceful, well-reviewed base above Bala with countryside and lake views close by. The elevated setting makes it especially restful, while the lake and mountains are easily reached for active days out.

Good to know

The elevated position gives Hen Ysgubor its distant lake views and a real sense of peace, with the garden and patio lovely on sunny days. Bala is close by for the lake, shops and places to eat, and there is parking on site. The exposed beams and garden give it real cottage charm, and as one of Sykes’s best-reviewed Bala cottages it is a reliably lovely base for a couple or small family. With the lake, the railway and the mountains all within easy reach, there is plenty to fill a week. Booking is handled by Sykes Holiday Cottages — use the Book button on this page for live availability and the latest prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does it sleep? Four, in three bedrooms.

Are dogs allowed? Yes — Hen Ysgubor is dog-friendly.

Can you see the lake? There are distant views of Bala Lake from its elevated setting.

Where is it? In an elevated position above Bala, in Snowdonia.

What is nearby? Bala Lake, the Bala Lake Railway and the Aran mountains.

Hen Ysgubor is a peaceful, dog-friendly choice for a Bala break. Booking is handled by Sykes Holiday Cottages — use the Book button for live availability and the latest prices.