Yr Wyddfa Retreat, Pen-y-Garth

Yr Wyddfa Retreat is a luxurious modern lodge sleeping seven at Pen-y-Garth, near Bala in Snowdonia. With a private hot tub, beautiful contemporary interiors and a peaceful setting near Bala Lake, plus a welcome for up to two dogs, it makes a fantastic base for a family or group of friends exploring the lakes and mountains of North Wales.

A modern hot-tub lodge near Bala Lake

This is relaxed, high-quality lodge living. The accommodation comprises a master en-suite, a twin room and a three-bedded room with bunks, sleeping seven across three bedrooms, alongside a well-equipped kitchen and a comfortable living area. The private outdoor hot tub is the real highlight after a day in the hills, and the modern interiors give the whole lodge a fresh, upscale feel.

Space and park facilities

As well as the lodge itself, guests have the use of the Pen-y-Garth park’s facilities, including a convenience store, a coffee shop, a games room and a fenced dog park. Up to two dogs are welcome, making it a great choice for families who want to bring their pets along to enjoy the Snowdonia countryside.

At a glance

• Sleeps 7 across three bedrooms
• Private hot tub and a master en-suite
• Luxurious, contemporary modern interiors
• Dog-friendly (up to two dogs), with a fenced dog park on site
• Near Bala Lake, with park facilities shared

Where it is

The lodge sits at Pen-y-Garth, near the lakeside town of Bala in Snowdonia. Bala is built around Llyn Tegid, the largest natural lake in Wales, in a beautiful setting surrounded by the mountains of southern Snowdonia. You can browse more places to stay across the area on our Snowdonia accommodation page.

Things to do nearby

This is a glorious base for the outdoors. Bala Lake is superb for sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding, with the little Bala Lake Railway steaming along its shore behind a vintage engine. The National White Water Centre on the River Tryweryn, just outside town, offers rafting and canoeing, and the Aran and Arenig mountains provide big, quiet walking for the more adventurous. The friendly market town of Bala has independent shops and cafes, and the wider lakes, waterfalls and villages of Snowdonia are all within reach.

Who it suits

With room for seven, a private hot tub and a welcome for dogs, Yr Wyddfa Retreat is ideal for families and groups of friends who want a comfortable, modern base in a peaceful Snowdonia setting. The bunk room makes it especially good for families with children, and the on-site facilities and fenced dog park are a real bonus for those travelling with pets.

Good to know

The combination of a private lodge with the convenience of park facilities — a shop, coffee shop and games room — makes this an easygoing base for a group or family. The hot tub is a year-round treat after a day on the lake or in the hills, and the bunk room means there is plenty of room for children. With the lake, the railway and the mountains all close by, there is more than enough to fill a week, whether you fancy watersports, walking or simply relaxing in the hot tub. Booking is handled by Hoseasons — use the Book button on this page for live availability and the latest prices.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does it sleep? Seven, across three bedrooms.

Is there a hot tub? Yes, a private hot tub.

Are dogs allowed? Yes — dog-friendly, with up to two dogs welcome.

Where is it? At Pen-y-Garth, near Bala in Snowdonia.

What is nearby? Bala Lake, the Bala Lake Railway and the National White Water Centre.

Yr Wyddfa Retreat is a comfortable, dog-friendly choice for a group break near Bala. Booking is handled by Hoseasons — use the Book button for live availability and the latest prices.