Nant yr Esgair in Mallwyd near Dinas Mawddwy | Must-See Gwynedd Hot Tub Cottage

About Nant yr Esgair

Nant yr Esgair is a quirky hobbit-style hut built into a grassy mound in North Wales. This single-storey hideaway sits in gorgeous countryside near Dinas Mawddwy. The circular windows and curved walls make this accommodation feel magical. Want to escape reality? This is your spot. The views are spectacular from every angle.

Perched on the edge of Snowdonia National Park, you're surrounded by stunning mountain scenery and peaceful Welsh farmland. Sheep wander past your window. Red kites soar overhead. Total isolation without feeling isolated. Perfect for stargazing from the hot tub with a favourite drink. The roads here are steep and winding - but that's what keeps the crowds away.

The accommodation features one king-size bedroom, an open-plan living space with fully equipped kitchen and a modern shower room. Smart TV and WiFi are provided (though signal can be patchy - blessing in disguise?). Outside you'll find a private garden with sheltered decking and that all-important wood-fired hot tub where you can soak your muscles after hiking the local trails.

Explore Snowdonia's mountains (20 minutes), hike to Llyn Coch-hwyad waterfall (nearby), visit historic Dolgellau (12 miles, 25 minutes) or head to coastal Barmouth (18 miles, 35 minutes) for sandy beaches. The Brigands Inn and Red Lion pub are both just 3 miles away when you need a proper pint.

Nant yr Esgair is perfect for couples seeking a romantic break or small families wanting a unique adventure. The wood-fired hot tub under the stars is worth the trip alone. No pets allowed though - this one's just for us humans.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Central heating
✓ Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment
✓ Smart TV, WiFi
✓ Fuel, power and starter pack for wood-fired hot tub included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Off-road parking for 3 cars
✓ Private garden with gravelled area, patio, sheltered decking, furniture and wood-fired hot tub
✓ Sorry, no pets and no smoking
✓ Petrol/Shop 3.1 miles, pub 3.1 miles
✓ Note: While an initial pack of logs are provided for the hot tub, please purchase additional logs from the owner
✓ Note: WiFi is intermittent due to the rural location of the property
✓ Note: The charging of electric cars is not permissible at the property
✓ There is a charging point at a local garage
✓ Please Note: This property requires 48 hour notice for bookings until April 2026

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What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Nant yr Esgair

Stunning Views

Guests rave about the spectacular mountain views from every direction. Many mentioned watching red kites soaring overhead and sheep wandering past.

Perfect Isolation

The remote location offers complete peace without feeling cut off. Visitors loved disconnecting from the world while enjoying nature all around.

Luxury Hot Tub

The wood-fired hot tub was a highlight for most guests. Soaking under the stars after a day of walking was mentioned in nearly every review.

Cozy Interiors

The hobbit-style design with quality furnishings impressed everyone. Guests noted the attention to detail and how comfortable the king-size bed was.

Helpful Owners

Many reviews mentioned the attentive owners who helped with hot tub operation and provided welcome gifts of prosecco and treats.

Great Base for Adventures

Visitors loved using Nant yr Esgair as a launching point for exploring Snowdonia, local waterfalls and coastal towns.

Getting To Nant yr Esgair

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Nant yr Esgair, follow the A470 toward Dinas Mawddwy and then take local roads toward Mallwyd. The final mile involves a steep, single-track road with passing places. A 4x4 isn't essential but helpful in winter months.

By Train

The nearest train station is Machynlleth, approximately 13 miles away. From there, you'll need to take a taxi to complete your journey to the property as public transport options are limited in this rural area.

Off-road parking for 3 cars

Machynlleth station (13 miles)

Accessible from the A470

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Snowdonia National Park

Distance: 20 minutes

LL40 1YE

Llyn Coch-hwyad Waterfall

Distance: 3 miles

SY20 9JD

Cymer Abbey

Distance: 12 miles

LL40 2EU

Mawddach Trail

Distance: 15 miles

LL40 2TA

Pen Llyn Coch-hwyad

Distance: 2 miles

SY20 9JD

Cadair Idris

Distance: 15 miles

LL40 1TL

Camlan Garden Centre

Distance: 4 miles

SY20 9LT

Dolgellau Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

LL40 1AB

Machynlleth Market

Distance: 13 miles

SY20 8AH

Barmouth Beach

Distance: 18 miles

LL42 1NE

Aberdovey Beach

Distance: 22 miles

LL35 0ED

Centre for Alternative Technology

Distance: 15 miles

SY20 9AZ

Snowdonia National Park

Distance: 20 minutes

LL40 1YE

Llyn Coch-hwyad Waterfall

Distance: 3 miles

SY20 9JD

Cymer Abbey

Distance: 12 miles

LL40 2EU

Mawddach Trail

Distance: 15 miles

LL40 2TA

Pen Llyn Coch-hwyad

Distance: 2 miles

SY20 9JD

Cadair Idris

Distance: 15 miles

LL40 1TL

Camlan Garden Centre

Distance: 4 miles

SY20 9LT

Dolgellau Town Centre

Distance: 12 miles

LL40 1AB

Machynlleth Market

Distance: 13 miles

SY20 8AH

Barmouth Beach

Distance: 18 miles

LL42 1NE

Aberdovey Beach

Distance: 22 miles

LL35 0ED

Centre for Alternative Technology

Distance: 15 miles

SY20 9AZ

Is Nant yr Esgair Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Children will love the magical hobbit-house design with its circular windows and doors. The grassy roof and fairy-tale appearance spark imagination. Outside, they can spot wildlife including sheep, pheasants and red kites. The private garden offers space to play, though there are no specific children's facilities. The nearby waterfall walks and mountains provide natural adventures for active families.

For Couples

Nant yr Esgair offers complete privacy in stunning surroundings. The wood-fired hot tub under starry skies is perfect for romantic evenings with a glass of prosecco. The king-size bed and quality furnishings create a luxurious feel despite the compact space. Watching sunsets from the private decking and waking to mountain views makes this a truly special retreat for two.

Pet Friendly

This property does not allow pets. The no-pet policy is strictly enforced to maintain the quality and cleanliness of the accommodation for all guests, particularly those with allergies. There are other properties in the area that do welcome dogs if you're looking to bring your four-legged companion.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Nant yr Esgair

The Brigands Inn

Located 3.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY20 9AY

The Red Lion

Located 3.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: SY20 9JD

Y Meirionnydd Restaurant

Located 12 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LL40 1AR

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Nant yr Esgair

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Nant yr Esgair features a wood-fired hot tub on the private decking area. The owners provide an initial pack of logs to get you started and you can purchase additional logs directly from them during your stay.

Is it pet friendly?

No, Nant yr Esgair does not allow pets. The property maintains a strict no-pets policy to ensure the accommodation remains suitable for guests with allergies.

How many people can stay at Nant yr Esgair?

The property accommodates up to 4 guests. There is one king-size bedroom plus a sofa bed in the living area, making it ideal for couples or small families.

What facilities does the kitchen have?

The kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave and a fridge with freezer compartment. All essential cooking utensils and equipment are provided for self-catering.

Is there parking available?

Yes, there is off-road parking for up to 3 cars at the property. The access road is steep and winding, typical of the rural Welsh countryside location.

Can I charge my electric car at the property?

No, charging electric vehicles is not permitted at Nant yr Esgair due to power supply limitations. There is a charging point available at a local garage approximately 3 miles away.

How reliable is the WiFi?

The WiFi can be intermittent due to the rural location of the property. Many guests see this as part of the charm of a countryside escape, but it's worth noting if you need consistent connectivity.

How far is it to the nearest pub or shop?

The nearest pub and shop are both 3.1 miles away in the local village. The Brigands Inn and The Red Lion are popular local pubs serving food and drinks.

Nant yr Esgair Reviews

Andrew

What an amazing place for a relaxing break. Hosts very friendly and helpful. Venue is best suited for two. My late afternoons sat in the hot tub watch up to 15 Red Kites circling was some thing I will not forget. Thank you for a super week.

Krister

We really enjoyed our stay with you and will definitely be back one day! The valley is so beautiful and quiet. A few things need sorting but didn't bother us the door to the bedroom wouldn't close properly and the clock was broken. The tv keeps disconnecting from the wifi when on netflix and needed to manually connect it again but we knew the wifi would be temperamental maybe as it connected to the guest account and not the 'Hobbit House' password protected one. Thanks again for a wonderful stay

Had a lovely stay, beautiful location, loved the hobbit house feel, the hot tub was a real plus for us and we appreciated the covered patio area for sitting outside whatever the weather.

A beautiful stay and it looked just like the pictures. So peaceful and the surroundings were incredible. Lots of lovely days out as well and the hosts were lovely helping with the Hot tub before we arrived. Would definitely recommend! The local pub was great, and there is a petrol station close by as well.

Andrew

Small but perfect. Very comfortable stay in a beautiful location. Isolated but also well placed to get to variety of locations. Much preferred to the crowds in other areas.

Lovely little hobbit hole, perfect for our honeymoon! Really cosy and comfortable. Not much to do in the area and the pubsrestaurants are very expensive. But can drive out to attractions. Loved the hot tub. Definitely will be returning one day

Simply Beautifullocation, property, surroundings, wilderness, natureperfect get away to switch off and unwind. Attention to detail that others can only aspire tofrom the welcome gifts to the extra blankets and little touches that make it feel like home, albeit only for a few days.

Christina

We really enjoyed our stay, the views were amazing and it was very quiet and peaceful. The property was perfectly clean and we had everything we needed. The only negative we had was the tob tub, we couldn't get the temperature above just about warm even after hours of waiting and keeping the fire going but we expected that would be the case so didn't bother us too much. We would happily stay again

The views are even more spectacular in the flesh. So peaceful and quiet, the perfect place to detach. Great facilities, really warm and cosy. The perfect place for a romantic getaway. Thank you so much.

Beautiful week in the Welsh countryside in this lovely little hobbit hole. The location is absolutely stunning, you get views of the mountains from every direction. The hob tub is great once it does get up to heat which we had a little trouble with the first couple of days but after speaking with the host they helped us out and by the time we had returned on Monday night, the tub was up to heat and was fantastic to get into after a long day of adventures. We were welcomed with prosecco, waffles and crisps when we arrived which is a lovely touch. The bed is extremely comfortable, we didn't sleep on the sofa bed but it was very comfy to sit on. The TV doesn't have any signal to pick up normal channels but if you have Netflix or YouTube you can sign in and watch that with no trouble at all. The USBiPod Music dock didn't work for us which was a shame. The only downside was the endless amount of bluebottle flies which were constantly in the kitchen, this is not down the hosts, I think its the time of year and the location. Amazing stay and great base for adventures in mid wales.

The perfect property for a relaxing break. Breath taking scenery and very remote without feeling isolated. The house was very clean and well kept. We did have a few flies the first evening but nothing that caused a problem. The hot tube took some work to heat up but once it did we never left it! We will definitely be back.

Joanne

If you are looking for a relaxing and chilled out holiday, stop scrolling, book this! We went for 4 nights wanted longer but it was booked up and from stepping out of the car I felt immediately relaxed. The accommodation is remote with some very steep windy roads. The mile road to the accommodation was challenging single lane, very steep inclines but once you have navigated this wow what a view! You don't need to take anything with you tea coffee etc supplied and a full kitchen including bottle opener! the only complaint was the TV didn't have work, we couldn't get any channels only YouTube. The hottub took a bit of time to heat up, but once it did we we're in it all the time. The views were spectacular and the cheeky sheep which kept escaping gave us endless laughs. To sum up. This was an amazing holiday with gorgeous accommodation and amazing views.

Deborah

Stayed here for a week and it was the perfect base to explore and enjoy the wonderful scenery that North Wales has to offer. A very comfortable pad and loved being in the wilderness. Would highly recommend

Akasha

This is my favourite place I've stayed in, in years! They are so welcoming and had the hot tub started so on arrival we were able to get in after a long drive. It was so clean and just so peaceful and stunning here. I've told my friends about it and we're planning on booking next year both huts as a getaway super excited for this!

Lovely property, well maintained, beautiful setting perfect romantic getaway, which was just what we were looking for.

We absolutely loved our stay in south Snowdonia and this wonderful hobbit house! This home truly has had so much love, attention and detail put into it. Despite its small size, you have a great living space, kitchen space and bedroom! The owners have thought out everything from built in storage to the black out window blind for the circular window. The owners were also so warm and welcoming and very accommodating. We had a lovely welcome hamper and they were on standby for when we couldnt get the outdoor hot tub fired up. They went the extra mile to setting it up, and checking on it whilst we were out! We fell in love with the area the views from the cottage were breathtaking and youre on the doorstop of the most incredible hikes in wales! We loved every minute of our stay thank you! The only feedback we would provide is not having enough space to dry our wet hiking gear as there is only one small towel rail in the bathroom. It might also be a good idea to supply disposable slippers andor robes for the outdoor hot tub! Other than that we couldnt fault it!

This was a fabulous property the living accommodation was exceptional with everything available, clean, comfortable and beautifully furnished, The scenery around the property and the area in general was stunning. The owner was very helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Would highly recommend this property.

Michael

Had a lovely stay here, was so peaceful . Beautiful views , perfect location , hot tub was amazing to relax in the evenings . Owners were very helpful . Came around with more logs when we ran out and Only 5 a bag . Place was beautiful inside with top quality furnishings , nothing was cheap in this property. My only thing I would say is be mindful of closing the bedroom door fully as my daughter got locked in . We climbed through the window to get her out. We let the owners know and its something they fix regularly and are aware of. Other than that I couldnt fault it and would Definitely stay again.

Beautiful relaxing little hobbit house

Colette

We had a lovely time,

Stunning. In a beautiful peaceful setting. Three of us went to celebrate a 50th birthday. We totally relaxed on the outside decking by watching and listening to nature all around us sheep, pheasants and even a couple of Red Kites! The hot tub was amazing, especially at night. And the hosts were very helpful with setting it up. Hobbit hole so quirky and immaculate with plush soft furnishings and quality appliances. A lovely gesture was the welcome basket of Prosecco, crisps, waffles and a pint of fresh organic milk. Highly recommended. Cant wait to return with hubby next time. Perfect. Diolch yn fawr iawn.

Such a brilliant place, felt very chilled out staying here. Loved sitting out in the hot tub taking in the scenery and wildlife whilst enjoying the peace. The hobbit hole was perfect, had everything we required and was a cosy place to stay. There was a surprising amount of activities nearby too, so a brilliant place to base yourself and venture out for the day.

Lesley

We both absolutely loved our stay. It was so peaceful and quiet. The accommodation had everything we needed and more. Hosts were really attentive and helpful.

Claire

We had a TRULY AMAZING time in this gorgeous hobbit hole. Total isolation, can't even see the people in the other lodge unless you go to one edge of the hot tub haha. We were honestly sooooo relaxed. So sad for our amazing week to end. Unfortunately gandalf didn't come for a visit but we were visited by many sheep and lamb

Cleaning could be more better and precise please check fitting of toilet seat ... Cleaning could be more better and precise please check fitting of toilet seat The drive from the main road wasnt mentioned from the road to the driveway could have been raked level The property was really good and quirky stunning views hot tub and outside seating very good

Katherine

Fantastic property making full use of the available views. Quiet and peaceful but near enough to several outdoor venues making it an ideal base for hill walking, but also plenty to do in the area for the less adventurous.

William

We loved our stay here, it was perfect. The setting and the location was beautiful, will definitely be booking it again in the very near future!

Lovely stay, absolutely fabulous setting. Highly recommended.

Abigail

Absolutely loved this place and had a fantastic holiday! It was the perfect location for all the adventuring we wanted to do around Snowdonia and the local walks were so scenic too. The owners were so kind and were on hand for anything we needed. The hot tub is a nice touch and makes the experience of staying there even better! Could not recommend this holiday property enough would definitely stay again.

The place is amazing, the setting, the sheep and the landscape makes it a really special place. The hot tub is warmed with logs, which gives it character, but it does make heating it an ongoing endeavour in the winter. The local walks are lovely. The owners are very helpful and were always available to assist with anything we needed.

Samuel

Our stay at Nant yr Esgair was absolutely magical, we had an incredibly pleasant stay during the coldest week of the year. The facilities were excellent and provided a comfortable and romantic getaway in the heart of Wales.

Leeane

We had a truly magical and memorable stay in such beautiful surroundings. The attention to detail and the customer service were second to none.

Beautiful little home that my partner and I loved. A perfect little getaway.

Lauren

Beautiful stay at Nant yr Esgair, so cosy! Everything we could have needed for the duration of the stay. It was perfect!

This property is truly unique and makes the most of the beautiful surroundings. The owners couldnt do enough for us and the welcome gifts were very much appreciated. The space was large enough for a family of 4 and had been really thoughtfully furnished. The hot tub was a real treat and as it was wood burning, it was something we had to do purposefully which added to the overall experience of relaxation and immersion in the surroundings.

Absolutely amazing stay the photos of the property do not even do it justice its that great, loved the attention to detail of the design of the place, adding speakers into the roof was ideal! Lovely to be welcomed with a bottle of prosecco and all the essentials we needed Thanks again for a great stay will be recommending to friends!

Nicola

Stayed with my daughter and young grandkids we had a wonderful stay despite the weather. Quirky little house which grandkids absolutely loved us too! Thankyou for all yr help with hot tub too. Enjoyed our little soak under the stars

Amazing place. Thanks for helping us with the hot tub. Feel so happy and relaxed after our stay here. Thank you.

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Nant yr Esgair, Mallwyd

About Nant yr Esgair

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

What Guests Love

Stunning Views

Perfect Isolation

Luxury Hot Tub

Cozy Interiors

Helpful Owners

Great Base for Adventures

Getting To Nant yr Esgair

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Nant yr Esgair Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Brigands Inn

The Red Lion

Y Meirionnydd Restaurant

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Nant yr Esgair Reviews