Ty Afon Guest House

A characterful country house guesthouse in the heart of Beddgelert

Right in the centre of Beddgelert, one of Snowdonia’s prettiest villages, this characterful 19th-century country house has been turned into a boutique guesthouse with food and drink on site. It stands where the rivers Colwyn and Glaslyn meet, beneath the mountains of Eryri (Snowdonia), and makes a warm, dog-friendly base for walkers, couples and families wanting to explore this beautiful corner of North Wales. With the village, the river and the hills all on the doorstep, it is a lovely spot from which to slow down and soak up the surroundings.

Character and comfort

The guesthouse occupies a handsome period country house in the middle of the village, full of character and styled for a comfortable stay. As a boutique guesthouse with its own food and drink, it is the sort of place where you can settle in, eat well and feel properly looked after, rather than just passing through. Dogs are welcome, so the whole family can come along.

A perfect Beddgelert setting

The real magic here is the location. Few villages in Wales are as photogenic as Beddgelert, with its stone cottages, its old bridge and the two rivers running through the heart of it — and being right in the village means everything is a short stroll away, from the riverside walks to the cafés and the legend of Gelert’s grave. It is an ideal base for getting out on foot first thing and returning to comfort and a meal at the end of the day.

At a glance

• Characterful 19th-century country house
• Boutique guesthouse with food and drink on site
• In the heart of Beddgelert, where two rivers meet
• Dog-friendly
• A walker’s base beneath the Snowdonia mountains

Exploring Beddgelert and Snowdonia

Beddgelert sits at the meeting of the Colwyn and Glaslyn rivers, surrounded by some of the finest scenery in Snowdonia. The village is famous for the legend of Gelert, the faithful hound, whose grave is a gentle riverside walk away, while just to the south the dramatic Aberglaslyn Pass carries the river through a steep, wooded gorge. The Welsh Highland Railway steams right through the village on one of Britain’s great scenic train journeys, the Sygun Copper Mine and the tranquil Llyn Dinas lie close by, and keen walkers will find paths up Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) within easy reach. For more places to stay and things to do nearby, see our guide to accommodation in Beddgelert.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is it? Right in the heart of Beddgelert village, where the rivers Colwyn and Glaslyn meet.

What kind of place is it? A boutique guesthouse in a characterful 19th-century country house, with food and drink on site.

Are dogs welcome? Yes, it is dog-friendly.

Is it good for walkers? Very much so — village walks, the Aberglaslyn Pass and paths up Snowdon are all close by.

What’s nearby? Gelert’s grave, the Aberglaslyn Pass, the Welsh Highland Railway, Llyn Dinas and Snowdon.

When is the best time to visit? Beddgelert rewards a visit at any time of year — spring and autumn are quieter and lovely for walking, summer is the liveliest season in the village, and winter brings crisp, dramatic days in the mountains.

Can I eat in? Yes — there is food and drink on site, so you can enjoy a meal without heading out, which is welcome after a day on the hills.

Is it suitable for a celebration? The country house also hosts weddings and events, so it can be a characterful choice for a special occasion as well as a short break.

Book your Beddgelert stay

For a characterful guesthouse in the heart of one of Snowdonia’s loveliest villages, check availability and book your stay using the booking options on this page.