Ty’r Afon River Cottage

A riverside holiday cottage near Bala

Tŷ’r Afon is a comfortable, well-equipped holiday cottage near Bala in the heart of Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, set in its own grounds beside the rushing River Tryweryn. Sleeping four across two bedrooms, with mountain views, a riverside garden and modern touches like underfloor heating and an electric-car charger, it makes a superb base for Bala Lake, watersports and the surrounding mountains. Guests rate it an excellent 9.5 out of 10.

The accommodation

The cottage has two bedrooms — a double and a twin — comfortably sleeping four, with a well-equipped kitchen, a washing machine and underfloor heating for cosy evenings after a day outdoors. It is bright, modern and easy to settle into, set on around an acre and a quarter of grounds bordered by the river. A 7kW EV charger is a genuinely useful extra for electric-car drivers — still rare at holiday cottages.

Outside and the river

The garden has direct river access onto the Afon Tryweryn, along with a barbecue, an outdoor fireplace and a decked terrace — lovely spots to relax with the sound of the water. Free parking is provided, and the mountain views complete the Snowdonia setting. The Tryweryn is famous for white-water sport, so this is a brilliant base for paddlers as well as walkers and families. (Please note the cottage does not accept pets.)

At a glance

• Riverside cottage near Bala, sleeping 4 across 2 bedrooms
• Beside the River Tryweryn, with garden river access
• Mountain views; underfloor heating
• Well-equipped kitchen; washing machine
• Barbecue, outdoor fireplace and decked terrace
• Free parking and a 7kW EV charger
• No pets

Bala and the lake

Bala is one of Snowdonia’s great outdoor towns, famous for Llyn Tegid (Bala Lake) — the largest natural lake in Wales and a magnet for sailing, kayaking and paddleboarding — with the narrow-gauge Bala Lake Railway running along its shore. Right on the doorstep is the National White Water Centre on the Tryweryn, one of the UK’s premier white-water venues, while the Aran and Arenig mountains rise nearby for keen walkers. The pretty village of Betws-y-Coed and the wider national park are within easy reach too. For more places to stay in the area, see our guide to Bala accommodation.

Good to know

A riverside cottage with its own grounds is a lovely choice in this part of Snowdonia, especially for an active family or group — you can paddle, walk and explore by day and relax by the water in the evening, with a barbecue and an outdoor fire for long summer nights. The EV charger and underfloor heating are thoughtful modern touches, and the proximity to both Bala Lake and the white-water centre makes it a genuine outdoor-sports base. Snowdonia is busiest in the summer and school holidays, so those weeks book up early; spring and autumn bring quieter trails and beautiful light. With a strong guest rating, it is a dependable, comfortable choice.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many does it sleep? Up to four guests across two bedrooms.

Where is it? Near Bala, beside the River Tryweryn, in Snowdonia.

Is there an EV charger? Yes — a 7kW electric-vehicle charger, plus free parking.

Can we bring a dog? No — pets are not accepted.

What’s nearby? Bala Lake, the National White Water Centre and the Snowdonia mountains.

Is it good for watersports? Yes — it sits beside the River Tryweryn near the National White Water Centre, with Bala Lake close by for sailing and paddleboarding.

Is there electric-car charging? Yes — a 7kW EV charger is provided, along with free parking.

For a riverside Snowdonia base near Bala Lake, check availability for your dates using the booking options on this page.