Ty Felin is a characterful 17th-century stone water mill set above Beddgelert on our working mountain farm, where sliding doors frame the Eryri (Snowdonia) mountains. Perfect for hikers, we’re 7 minutes from the Rhyd Ddu Snowdon path, with rugged mountain trails starting right from your door. While adjacent to the farmhouse, the Mill is your own self-contained space to enjoy the comfort of underfloor heating after a day on the hills.
The space
Ty Felin is a detached, 17th-century stone water mill, converted to provide comfortable self-catering accommodation all on one level.
Living & Dining: An open-plan kitchen and living area with large sliding doors framing the views of the Eryri (Snowdonia) mountains.
Rest & Refresh: A bedroom with a king-size bed and a bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Connect: Reliable free fibre Wi-Fi, suitable for streaming or remote work.
Practicality: A washing machine and dryer are located in a shared outbuilding approximately 50 metres from the cottage. Outside, there is a patio area with seating to enjoy the mountain setting.
Life on the Farm & Privacy:
The Mill sits in the heart of our family farm, adjacent to the main farmhouse and yard. As the farm track passes the front of the Mill to reach the farmhouse and parking areas below, you will see us and our father going about our daily farming work. While the Mill is your own self-contained space, we like guests to expect the authentic movement and sounds of a working Welsh farm.
Exploring Eryri:
We are located just 7 minutes from the Rhyd Ddu Snowdon path, with various trails starting directly from our farm gate. Please note: these are rugged mountain paths and can be wet and boggy—sturdy, waterproof boots are recommended for exploring the local area.
Guest access
Parking & EV Charging: Free off-road parking is available directly next to the cottage. Please note there are three steps up from the parking area to the patio and entrance. We have an EV charger available; please contact us in advance to discuss charging arrangements.
The Scenic Walk to Beddgelert: A private footpath leads directly from our farm down through the fields and ancient woodland into the village (approx. 10 mins downhill / 20 mins uphill). You’ll find traditional Welsh pubs, a small shop, and local places to eat. As this is a natural mountain path, it is unpaved, uneven, and can be very boggy in wet weather—sturdy, waterproof boots are essential.
The Alternative Route: If you prefer to avoid the steeper fields, you can drive to the bottom of our private farm track and park there. From there, it is a short, flatter stroll of a few hundred yards along the main road (please note there is no pavement on this short stretch of road) into the village centre.
The Drive Up: Access to the farm is via a 1/2 mile private concrete track. It is a steady, winding climb with cattle grids. While well-maintained and suitable for all standard cars, it is a rural mountain road, so we recommend taking it steady—especially if you are arriving for the first time after dark.
Other things to note
Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) from the Door: For very experienced hikers, it is possible to summit Yr Aran directly from our farm and continue along the ridge to the Snowdon summit. This is a long, demanding day involving scrambling and high-level navigation. We have a detailed guide in our guestbook —please only attempt this with full mountain kit and a respect for our farm boundaries and gates.
The Craflwyn Circular: A beautiful, rugged route leads up behind the farmhouse and down into the National Trust's Craflwyn Estate. It follows the river into Beddgelert before returning uphill to the Mill. Note: parts of our lower fields are persistently boggy (waterproof boots are essential!), and we ask all guests to ensure every farm gate is securely closed behind them.
The Rhyd Ddu Path: If you prefer a more established trail, the Rhyd Ddu path is just a 7-minute drive away. It offers a steady, scenic climb with spectacular views of the coastline.
The Coastal Weather Escape: If it's a cloudy day on the farm, head to Porthmadog (just 15 minutes away). The coast often has its own weather system and stays in the sun even when the mountains are in the mist! Explore the harbour, the steam railways, or continue a few minutes further to the stunning beaches of the Llŷn Peninsula.
