About this property

In the Snowdonia National Park, a 5-minute drive from the market town of Dolgellau, Dolgun Uchaf Guest house and Cottages is a farmhouse full of character offering views, well-equipped bedrooms and free Wi-Fi in the public areas. Free parking onsite is also offered. The bedrooms are spacious and modern, and some retain original features such as beams. Each is nonsmoking and has tea/coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV and an private bathroom with towels and free toiletries. It is a room only rate basis here as we currently do not serve breakfast. We recommend the local cafe 'Y Sospan' which is located only 1.2 miles away and is available from 8am. The cafe can cater for vegetarian and gluten-free diets. Guest can find places to eat in Dolgellau. Cader Idris Mountain is 5 minutes’ drive from Dolgun Uchaf Guest house and Cottages. There are many activities available around the property, including hill walking, pony trekking, golfing, fishing and mountain biking.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.0)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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1 king bed
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 king bed
Bedroom 1
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Roger
    Mexico Mexico
    Very nice location and historic building makes for a very interesting stay. We loved being able to take country walks right from the guesthouse and yet still be close to Dolgellau.
  • Brendan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room was very comfortable and had a nice shower. The location is very convenient and a few minutes drive from the town of Dolgellau - handy for shops and eating places.
  • Grattoni
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Nice place with great views. Clean and omfortable room.
  • Kevin
    United States United States
    Charming rural cottage. Comfortable bed. Well refurbished old farm house.
  • Karen
    United States United States
    Lots of character for rooms in old building. Comfortable and clean enough, though just a bit musty/old feeling.
  • Micke
    Sweden Sweden
    Spotlessly clean. Quiet location. Dolgellau is a very nice little town nearby.
  • Michael
    United States United States
    Clean, comfortable room; comfortable beds; quiet location but close to city; refrigerator available: petrol station with minimart nearby; ample parking onsite; helpful staff
  • Steve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location awesome room fantastic and good location for run in morning we will be back thanks Steve and Kerry
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good base camp for our visit. Room was clean and had everything we needed.
  • Lynn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Super room with door onto a small garden terrace.. excellent for anyone with a pet ..

Hosted by Eleanor Meredith

8.6
Host Review Score
Eleanor Meredith
Dolgun Uchaf Guesthouse is nestled in the heart of adventure-filled Snowdonia National Park! Whether you are traveling with family, friends, or on your own, there is something for everyone to enjoy like: Mountain Biking at both COED-Y-BRENIN and DYFI BIKE PARK within a short drive away. For the little ones, ARTHUR’S LABIRINTH offers an exciting underground adventure, situated in Corris Craft Centre where there are 9 individual craft workshops. Explore the rich history of our area with a visit to the local mines or experience the adrenaline rush at ZIP WORLD and BOUNCE BELOW. Water sports enthusiasts can head to Bala for a day on the lake or White-water rafting. History buffs will delight in a ride on the historic Highland Railways in Porthmadog and the TALY-LLYN railway close by. Or, if walking is your thing, SNOWDON is just a 40-minute drive or CADER IDRIS. Two beaches are remarkably close. BARMOUTH and FAIRBOURNE and the latter you can enjoy pony trekking. Dolgun Uchaf medieval hall house is full of character yet benefits from Wi-Fi and en-suite rooms with great showers. Come and discover all the amazing activities that await you! We have a large book with all local walks including TORRENT WALK which starts from just down the lane from us.
Hello! I'm Eleanor, and I'm delighted to welcome you to our family-owned B&B. As an animal lover and farming enthusiast, I find joy in the simple pleasures of life. My family and I cherish the beauty of nature, and we strive to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for our guests. We are always here to ensure you have a wonderful stay. We hope you feel at home and enjoy the tranquility and charm of our B&B.
Dolgun Uchaf is located 1.2 miles from the market town of Dolgellau, just off the A470. From Dolgellau, guests can visit a wide range of attractions for all ages and abilities. These include Cader Idris, a very popular range of picturesque mountains, well loved by walking and wildlife enthusiasts. Other activities within easy reach include Coed-y-Brenin mountain bike centre, Dyfi Bike Park, fishing, golfing, Zip World, Bounce Below, Portmeirion, Corris Craft Centre and many more.
Languages spoken: Welsh,English,Polish

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House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 10:30 PM
Check-out
From 5:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per child, per night
Crib always available
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
£25 per person, per night

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No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Pets are admitted upon request. This must be confirmed with the hotel prior to arrival and some rooms cannot take them.

When booking 4 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements will apply.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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