New Cottage Penmaenpool

Right, New Cottage. It's in Penmaenpool, on the edge of the Mawddach Estuary. It's one of a row of old railway cottages. The view from the front is straight out over the water, which is the main thing.

It sleeps six, in three bedrooms. There's one bathroom upstairs. It's got a 4 Star rating, so it's comfortable and well looked after. You can bring one dog.

Inside, there's a living room with a wood burner. The kitchen has what you need. There's a separate dining room. Outside, round the back, there's a utility building with a washing machine and tumble dryer. It's handy for storing bikes and wet gear.

The location is what it's about. You've got the old wooden toll bridge right there. It's still used. The Mawddach Trail, which is the old railway line, goes right past for walking or cycling. You can hire bikes in Dolgellau or Barmouth. There's an RSPB bird hide next to the cottage for watching the estuary.

Dolgellau is about two miles up the road. It's a proper market town with pubs, shops, and places to eat. Barmouth is about six miles the other way, with the beach and the town. The Fairbourne Railway and the Talyllyn Railway are both within maybe twenty minutes by car if you like that sort of thing.

In terms of what's here: there's parking, a garden, the wood burner, WiFi, TV, and all bedding and towels are included. The local pub is a short walk.

Useful links: Snowdonia National Park and RSPB Mawddach Valley.