Grab your walking shoes
Beyond the boundaries of the house lie a range of walking routes, and you can take a trail straight from the front door.
The Mawddach Trail, which follows the route of the old railway line, will take you straight to the sea while giving you breathtaking views of the valley, while the Panorama and Precipice walks take you high above the estuary for a bird’s eye view of the surrounding landscape.
Many of Snowdonia’s most impressive mountains are within easy driving distance and the house is at the foot of the majestic Cadair Idris. Lakes, waterfalls and river walks demonstrate the many facets of South Snowdonia while beaches, dunes and headlands pronounce its beauty.
Aberdyfi Beach
Aberdyfi, one of Southern Snowdonia’s most attractive coastal villages, stands in a stunning location where mountains meet the sea at the mouth of the River Dyfi. The popular beach of perfect sand and the occasional sand dune extends for miles from Aberdyfi to the nearby town of Tywyn. Even though the sea looks inviting, swimmers must take care while venturing out, due to the strong currents around the estuary mouth.
Aberdyfi used to be a working port but today the sailing craft concentrate on leisure and pleasure. Aberdyfi is a busy sailing and watersports centre. You can enjoy crab fishing from the jetty, scenic boat trips run from the harbour, sailing, kayaking, kite-flying, dog walking and sand castle building, and all with great views of Cardigan Bay. Look out for the bell hanging from pier which rings with the tide.
Aberdovey Golf Club
Aberdovey Recreation Ground consists of 6 rinks of lawn bowls, tennis courts, an 18 hole putting green and a croquet lawn. All facilities are open to either members who pay an annual fee or to the public who can purchase a season ticket or pay as you play – its up to you !
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Paddle Boarding lessons and tours in and around the Dyfi Estuary. Based at Dovey Yacht Club in Aberdovey and Tywyn Seafront. Prices start at £35 for a one hour beginners’ or progression lesson including all equipment and wetsuits. We offer small group sessions (generally up to 6 max) with a fully qualified and experienced WSA instructor. We are also registered with AALA (Adventurous Activities Licensing Authority).
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Conquering Cader Idris
For the people of southern Eryri (Snowdonia), Cader Idris is a constant presence in their lives. The distinctive shape of the mountain’s peaks can be seen for miles around, from the coastlines at Tywyn and Barmouth and high over the market town of Dolgellau. The summit of Penygadair is a sharp contrast to the gentler hills below – when the clouds lift from the peak, that is!
There are three recommended routes to conquer Cader.
It’s not an easy walk by any means, whichever route you take. They are all designated ‘hard/strenuous’ routes, and you should allow between five to six hours to get there and back. You’ll need to take plenty of food and drink as there isn’t a café (or toilet) on the summit.
Dolgoch Falls Waterfall Walk
Dolgoch Falls are a series of three impressive waterfalls forming part of the Nant Dol-Góch stream, a source for the River Fathew, and can be reached via a short walk, or by a trip on the Tal y Llyn Railway. There are a number of caves and tunnels which you can explore on the route up.
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Coed y Brenin
Coed y Brenin was Britain’s first purpose-built mountain biking centre and it is still one of the sport’s top destinations.
Eight purpose-built mountain bike trails start from the visitor centre and range from easy trails for families and beginners to technical routes for expert riders. Other facilities for mountain bikers include a bike shop and a skills area where you can develop your riding techniques.
The visitor centre is the starting point for walking and running trails through Coed y Brenin Forest Park as well as orienteering courses and geocaching trails.
Two of the walking trails are suitable for visitors using an off-road mobility scooter.
There are also children’s play areas, a café and plenty of picnic tables.
Afon Dysinni
Flowing from LLyn Mwyngil (Talyllyn Lake) to the coast the Dysinni Rover offers a beautiful, and relatively flat dog walk from the village of Bryncrug to the shore line at Tywyn.
Join the walk at the bridge in Bryncrug and follow towards the woodland at Ynysmaengwyn. There you will discover fairy glens, historic ruins and shaded woodland walks. Onwards to the shoreline you’ll enjoy beautful views as well as plenty of river wild and shallow spots ideal for a doggy paddle.
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