In the heart of picturesque Beddgelert village, Rhiwlas offers a serene riverside retreat. Unwind on your private patio with views over River Colwyn towards Moel Hebog, explore Snowdonia's mountains and coast or relax in this beautiful setting. The cottage is close to historic harbour towns like Caernarfon and Porthmadog, linked by the Welsh Highland Steam Railway.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Cottage On The Banks Of The River Colwyn With Private Split Level Patio Area
Rhiwlas is a charming self catering cottage, positioned on the banks of the River Colwyn, in the heart of the picturesque village of Beddgelert in beautiful Snowdonia. It's riverside location allows you to relax on the private patio and enjoy the views over the river towards Moel Hebog. The location of the cottage makes it ideal for you to explore the area, including the mountains, coast, beaches, forest and castles. It is not far from many of the routes up Snowdon. You can walk, bike ride, horse ride, climb, canoe, sail, play golf, fish or just relax. The historic harbour towns of Caernarfon and Porthmadog are close by and are linked by the Welsh Highland Steam Railway which stops at a station in the village, you can take ride through the dramatic scenery of the Snowdonia National Park, with children traveling free. The village of Beddgelert has a number of pubs - some of them dog friendly - cafes, tea rooms and shops offering local crafts and produce. It also has an award winning Ice Cream Parlour with attached pizza place where you bring your own wine no corkage charged. Most of the pubs serve food and at the height of the season the cafes/bistro serve breakfast, lunch and evening meals. Amongst the other amenities are a post office and well stocked general store.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
One pet total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
In the mountains
On a river
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Caernarfon, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Eryri National Park and Yr Wyddfa. Welsh Highland Railway and Glaslyn Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding and other activities like birdwatching. Visit our Caernarfon travel guide
Is Cottage On The Banks Of The River Colwyn With Private Split Level Patio Area pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).
How much is parking at Cottage On The Banks Of The River Colwyn With Private Split Level Patio Area?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cottage On The Banks Of The River Colwyn With Private Split Level Patio Area?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cottage On The Banks Of The River Colwyn With Private Split Level Patio Area?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Cottage On The Banks Of The River Colwyn With Private Split Level Patio Area located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Aberglaslyn Pass and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Eryri National Park. Gelert's Grave and Sygun Copper Mine are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Cottage On The Banks Of The River Colwyn With Private Split Level Patio Area Reviews
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We really enjoyed our stay, the river is your backyard and we slept with the windows open at night to listen to the nature. Location is fantastic, it was quiet, clean and nicely appointed. Lynn was an excellent host. I would definitely stay here again on our next adventure to north Wales.
The most beautiful place my family has ever seen in Uk is the village where we stayed . Thank full to the host for this wonderful opportunity for the guests . Really enjoyed the stay over there and will remain in our memories for ever from now.....also Welsh mountains are outstanding ....
We had a wonderful time. The house was like a home from home. The surroundings were spectacular. A truly wonderful break and we will definitely be back again!
We had a lovely short stay at the cottage. It was warm and cosy and located very close to the middle of bedgelert. It's a real hidden gem. We would definitely come back
Simple but well appointed, clean cottage perfect for a family of 4. The river behind the property was a lovely feature and a 5 minute walk into the village for the shop, coffee shop or ice cream.
Great location to explore snowdon or lots of the surrounding Moel’s, abergaslyn falls is a lovely walk.
We had a fantastic stay at Rhiwlas. The cottage was immaculately presented and thoughtfully equipped, and the location on the banks of the River Colwyn is stunning - lovely to sit out on the terrace for breakfast or an evening drink. Lynn is an excellent host and has clearly thought of every last detail. We look forward to retuning next year.
Had a lovely late September stay. The cottage was cosy and had everything we needed for our little family break away to explore Eryri. Parking outside the cottage was never an issue and with the heart of the village just a few minutes walk down the road, the location next to the gently flowing river Colwyn was tranquil. Thank you Lynn for being a great host.
Beddgelert is the prettiest village in north Wales, and this property is beautifully located along one of the rivers. We were very pleased with the rental, and Beddgelert made a perfect base for hill walking. Several hikes started out our front door. The electric charging for our rental car was also conveniently located <1 mile up the road. Highly recommended.
Rhiwlas is small but perfectly formed. It has everything you need especially in the kitchen and the biscuits and milk left for us was very welcoming. We had a little trouble with the shower but Lynn had it sorted within the hour. Impressive! The location on the banks of the river is lovely and the easy walking distance into Bedd Gelert is great. We always managed to find a parking space outside. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Lovely property, garden was beautiful with the stream next to it. Host was lovely too and allowed us a late check out!Would definitely stay here again.
Another fantastic stay at Rhiwlas. Great to have lovely weather so we could enjoy the riverside terrace at its best. Perfect location and ideal as a base for exploring Snowdonia/North Wales. Thanks Lynn for excellent hosting once again.
One of the most wonderful places I've stayed in. Took my Mum for a mini break. The cottage was perfect for us. Very comfortable and cosy, and had everything we needed to make the stay just right. The location was stunning! The river was so relaxing and we even saw a cormorant that stayed in the same position for a full day. Thank you, I hope to return maybe with my Mum again or my husband.
Wonderful property for two of us and our dog to explore north west Wales for a few days. Short walk to the dog-friendly pub for dinners & a pint or two.
Beautiful cottage in perfect location . The garden is beautiful right on the river . The pictures don’t do it justice
Richard S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Shona S.
1 May 2017
Everything we wanted, couldn't fault anything at all!
We had a great long weekend here and it was perfect. The cottage is lovely, so clean, comfortable and well equipped. The terrace is a real treat.
The village is lovely too, lots of choices for eating and drinking, we could have happily stayed much longer and would love to come back one day.