In Snowdonia Bed and Breakfast accommodation is provided in Abercelyn Country House, which is Grade II-listed. There are three spacious bedrooms and each has its own distinctive character and charm  and are furnished with individual period pieces. All bedrooms have luxury en-suite bathrooms with power-showers and one also has a whirlpool bath. There is a drawing room with a marble fireplace and library. Our speciality is home cooking with fresh local produce. Special diets can be catered for. Guided walking and canoeing available.

Guided walking Holidays

Multi-activity Holidays

In Snowdonia Self-catering accommodation is provided in Abercelyn Cottage and Tithe Barn, which is Grade-II listed.  The Cottage and Tithe Barn are of traditional construction with stone walls and wooden beams. Modern comforts have been added while preserving the features and character of the buildings. Pets are permitted (extra charge) in Abercelyn Cottage and Tithe Barn-1.

The Cottage accommodates six persons. Facilities include full central heating, traditional style stove, en-suite bathrooms,  TV with DVD, HiFi unit, fitted kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, etc. and patio with furniture and barbecue.

The two Tithe Barn cottages were completed in 2006, Tithe Barn-1 can accommodate  three persons, while Tithe Barn-2 can accommodate four persons. Each cottage has full central heating, en-suite bathrooms including whirlpool bath, TV with DVD, HiFi unit (MP3 player compatible), fitted kitchen with dishwasher, electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, etc. and patio with furniture and barbecue.

Short breaks available (booking restrictions).

In addition to providing quality accommodation within the National Park of Snowdonia, Abercelyn Guest House and Cottages are situated in a peaceful location, just a short stroll from the Lake Bala and close to the market-town of Bala, which provides a choice of pubs, restaurants and shops, where local and home-made produce are available. A short walk from Abercelyn along a mountain stream you will find traditional, mixed woods with, at the appropriate time of the year, a carpet of bluebells. Wildlife is abundant - in the garden or nearby are: otters, badgers, foxes, squirrels and many types of birds including Red kites and Buzzards. A short drive away you can see Ospreys and visit RSPB Bird sanctuaries.

The area is known as the "Welsh Lake District", where the combination of lakes and mountains provide memorable scenery. As well as Lake Bala (Llyn Tegid) nearby are Lake Vyrnwy (Llyn Efyrnwy), Llyn Brenig, Llyn Alwen and Llyn Celyn.  The local hills provide un-crowded walking in three mountain ranges (Aran, Arenig, Berwyn) with Cader Idris and the Rhinogs a short drive away. This part of Snowdonia offers many possibilities for outdoor activities including whitewater rafting at the nearby National Whitewater Centre (Canolfan Tryweryn), canoeing and sailing on Lake Bala, mountain biking at several centres, including the internationally known Coed y Brenin. Other activities available include go-karting, quad-trekking, high ropes, paint-ball and more. Other parts of the Snowdonia National Park are easily reached by car including Snowdon, the many beaches, castles, railways, mines and and other tourist attractions.

Guests at Abercelyn are provided with an information folders, which includes:

• Local information, eating-out and shopping guide

• Leisure activities nearby
• Outdoor activities nearby
• Suggested things to do/places to visit in Snowdonia and North Wales
• Walking and Biking guides, maps and route descriptions
• Distances from Bala and journey times
• Map of Bala and district.

Transport to/from long distance paths (subject to availability)

Ample free parking is available for trailers, dinghies, etc.

Lockable storage for bikes and bike wash facilities

Drying room

Fax & E-mail are available

Advice & information service for outdoor activities

What's on around Bala