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Shepherds Hut "Jessica" in fantastic location

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Exterior
Exterior
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Fridge, stovetop, electric kettle, toaster
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Mountain view
    Mountain view

Explore the area

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Bala, Gwynedd, WLS
  • Pontcysyllte Aquaduct
    4 min walk
  • Caerau Uchaf Gardens
    6 min drive
  • Llandderfel Quarry
    11 min drive
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden)
    86 min drive

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About the area

Bala

At this cabin, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Pontcysyllte Aquaduct and 5.9 km (3.7 mi) from Llyn Bodweni. .Cabin features a patio, a living room and a DVD player. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge and a stovetop. Limited housekeeping is available.
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What's nearby

  • Caerau Uchaf Gardens - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Bala Lake - 6 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Llyn Tegid - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Lake Vyrnwy - 24 min drive - 21.4 km
  • Pistyll Rhaeadr - 36 min drive - 32.0 km

Getting around

  • Betws-Y-Coed Station - 33 min drive
  • Chester (CEG-Hawarden) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Y Cyfnod Cafe & Bistro - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Plas Yn Dre - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪T Y Coffi - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ye Olde Bulls Head - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shepherds Hut "Jessica" in fantastic location



Jessica is self contained and has exclusive use of its own shower and toilet block and camp kitchen. Social isolation can be easily maintained.

Jessica is a wonderfully cosy Shepherds Hut with bedding and towels supplied. The hut consists of a comfy double bed, dining area, and the use of adjacent well equiped camp kitchen and toilet and shower block. A small camp stove provides facilities for drink making inside hut.
There is no TV reception in this Hut but it does have a good TV screen and DVD player
We provide bedding and towels. All you need to bring is yourselves.
Although the hut does not have a bathroom inside, it does have a very good shower block almost adjacent plus a well equipped camp kitchen with everything you need for camp cooking.
. Sitting area both outside the kitchen or in the Huts private garden area or in the Hut itself if you wish. The view and aspect makes this site unique and magically private for the perfect getaway break.
If you have dogs we do allow 2 small dogs in the hut. However please tell us the breeds on booking and don't forget to tick the dog box .
We charge £15 per dog per stay.
Tyn-y-fron is a 13 acre smallholding in the most beautiful setting .About halfway between Bala and Corwen we are half a mile from the road offering seclusion with the added benefit that we are not too hard to find.
We have hens, cats , a small hairy Jack Russell.. Our other neighbours include a wonderful selection of wildlife, including squirrels, foxes, hedgehogs and assorted small mammals. They may be hard to spot, but they will be watching you!
You will see soaring buzzards regularly, occasional red kite and other hawks, and a fine selection of song birds, including green woodpecker, jays and more besides.
Next door to the hut "Jessica" is lovely open grazing on which we have two LLamas!
Interesting neighbours!

In short a Tyn-y-fron holiday offers the romance of a back-to-nature experience which you will remember for years to come.
Tyn-y-fron Shepherds Hut is a complete escape from the busy outside world. Set alone in a sheltered corner of our smallholding overlooking the River Dee. Your only neighbours are sheep or chickens and whatever wildlife comes into view..
You are only one mile from a very good pub with meals

Property manager

Dee and Peter Smith

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 19

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: dogs allowed but no guard dogs of Staffies

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Please note their is only one double bed

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shepherds Hut "Jessica" in fantastic location have a pool?

No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shepherds Hut "Jessica" in fantastic location?

No, Shepherds Hut "Jessica" in fantastic location does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Shepherds Hut "Jessica" in fantastic location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Shepherds Hut "Jessica" in fantastic location Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lubos J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
The location, views and the feel of the place was great. The property was very quiet so you can enjoy the nature setting. Everything was clean and beautiful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anita I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway from all
Brilliant glamping with your own kitchen and bathroom allocated to Jessica hut half a minute walk away. The neighbours are cute, they are 2 llamas, half a dozen chickens and an ambient cat. The hosts are very friendly and helpful too. Don't bring eggs, rather buy here from them, they are definitely free range and taste amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Zsolt E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Jessica shepherds hut
We spent a wonderful time there. The owners were really friendly and helpful. It's a simple accommodation, but has everything, what we needed. The bed was really comfortable too. We would go again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bethany S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
We stayed in the Jessica hut this past weekend. The accommodation is accessed up a short hilly gravel track that I doubt any car would have problems with, this sets you back from the road. The kitchen and bathroom annex are separate from the hut but not an inconceivable distance away and the car is parked immediately outside the bathroom so you don't have to lug your luggage for miles! The bathroom is exceptionally clean, with spare cleaning products and brushes etc provided to deal with the inevitable mud. The same can be said for the kitchen which was very well stocked with utensils, a fridge and 2 gas cookers which is more than adequate! The hut is surrounded by a small enclosed gravel yard, be aware that if you have a small dog they may well be able to wiggle out under the gate! Beyond that is a small grass track surrounding the hut and then the llama grazing. If you have a dog that will only toilet on grass make sure you take a long lead so that you can keep them under control near the livestock. The hut was lovely, clean and warm. Surprising amount of storage if you got creative but don't overpack! The views from the hut are the llama grazing and the forest. Take good walking shoes if you are going to tackle the forest trail! Dee and Peter are lovely and are more than willing to help! You can tell they pay attention to detail and love the place. The only thing to be aware of is that due to the proximity of the hut to the cheerful chickens and the lovely llamas, guests are often up and down to see them as well as (understandably) the caregivers for the animals, this does mean that there are no dashes from the hut to the bathroom/shower in your PJs as there may well be people there! The glass fronted bathroom cabin does make changing a little difficult but can be easily managed by utilising the raised bathmat and changing in the shower cubicle. If you are hoping for a few days of utter retreat where you won't see another soul this may not be the place for you. Overall, beautiful setting and very well maintained.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gwyneth O.

Liked: Cleanliness
cosy, comfortable & quirky
A cosy and comfortable cabin in a beautiful location - perfect for a peaceful break away. Owners Peter & Dee were very welcoming & the neighbours (hens & llamas) are friendly :-) Hope to go back

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place near nature
Lovely owners, beautiful nature around, cozy hut, and friendly neighbourhood of llamas and sheep. A perfect place to escape from the noise of the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Phil K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great location for a short no frills break .
Wouldn't suit everyone but we thoroughly enjoyed our break . The facilities are basic,but you should realise that on booking .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place!
Booked a 3night surprise stay for my boyfriends birthday. Absolutely gutted we only booked 3nights, stayed in the beautiful Jessica hut and loved the view, the llamas, geese, hens were just a lovely edition to the stunning scenery. Fresh eggs in the morning from the hens were delicious , the host was very friendly and helpful. We loved the kitchen and bathroom in the annexe that was only for us to use! Definitely recommend to stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott j.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
Really enjoyed our stay. Will come again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Joanne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just the peace that was needed
Perfect to get away from it all and safe for child to roam freely. Only take what you need as space limited. Warm and cosy despite weather.

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy customer
Had an amazing 4 days with the fiancé in shepherd hut Jessica. The smiths are very welcoming, friendly and helpful people. There are excellent kitchen cooking and bathroom facilities outside your front door, hot water, refrigerator etc all your needs are catered for. The hut is very warm and cozy with fresh sheets and towels provided and an extremely comfy bed. It's also a very secluded site so very private and no one disturbs you. Beautiful location with stunning views and wildlife all around. There are free range chicken, geese and llamas roaming around also! Lovely forest and river trails just outside your door. It's a 10 minute drive from the town of Bala which has plenty of supermarkets, pubs, restaurants and takeaways. And there is also a lovely cozy pub just 3 minutes down the road. I would highly recommend staying here and would definitely stay again in the future. Mount Snowdon is only an hour drive and you are situated right on the outskirt of the great Snowdonia national park so beauty is all around.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful stay in beautiful Snowdonia
My son and I spent an awesome week hiking and mountain biking in Snowdonia and our stay in one of Dee and Peter’s shepherd huts was absolutely perfect. They are wonderful hosts who were so welcoming and helpful. The shepherds hut was a snug and cosy retreat from the rain and wind, and the separate private kitchen and bathroom facilities were basic but clean and tidy. Eddie & Kubi the llamas kept us company in the next field and the chickens visited us each day to see what we were up to - eggs for breakfast anyone? Dee and Peter’s home is in a beautiful rural spot on the Eastern edge of Snowdonia National Park and was within a short drive of all our hikes and biking trips, and if you don’t feel like going anywhere there is great walking in the hills right on your doorstep - literally. We will definitely be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane Graham

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely peaceful location
We thoroughly enjoyed our break. Good accommodation that is kept very clean. Very comfortable bed. Well equipped camp kitchen, good shower and toilet facilities for your own personal use.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leonard O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly, clean, nice
Very nice

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful rustic getaway
Peter and Dee were lovely hosts and the Jessica hut is a beautiful little spot for two people. The camp kitchen and bathroom are a tiny walk away and you are surrounded by wilderness on all sides (plus some chickens!) Excellent access to many walks in Snowdonia and the local pub serves great food at the end of a long day. The hut is quiet and secluded — the only interruption to the night’s silence was a tawny owl’s call :)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Paul M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay at Jessica. Peter & Dee very friendly & helpful would recommend staying.
As above really, would stay at any of the other dwellings.

10/10 Excellent

Sara M.

A place to get away from it all
Beautiful location, perfect facilities and a great place to just get away from it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

JUST WONDERFUL
We stayed here Thursday to Sunday and what a pleasure it was the cabin was spotless and everything we needed in the camping kitchen was there Peter and Dee were so lovely and he couldn't do enough for us if we asked if not they leave you to it---we were spoiled though as no other guests sharing our facilties we sat out in the evening watching the stars and obs drinking wine the local pub is bit of a treacherous walk down a winding road so we took the car parked in pub carpark and got taxi home £3.50 then got it in morning in daylight.. it'ts about 1.5miles away---good food and really welcoming some lovely walks up the hills and through the woods its defo worth a visit highly recommend and would go back and also the free range eggs were very tasty xx
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

James D.

Great spot, lots to do around
Peter and Dee’s shepherds hut is exactly as described. Very cool place in a great location if you’re looking to explore Snowdonia. I also really liked the outdoor kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kieron S.

Lovely, peaceful and restful
Nice quiet location, with a lovely pub 20 minutes walk away. All cooking utensils are supplied as well as crockery and cutlery. Our host Pete was a joy to talk to and very helpful. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

Family holiday in a Welsh Shepard hut May 2017
If you want an outdoor holiday in North Wales I recommend the cosy clean Shepard huts run by Very helpful owners Peter and Dee who live on site. The clean kitchen and shower/loo are close by in a small converted barn. The adjacent small field was perfect for a camp fire. Nearest pub serving good local food and beer is 1 mile away.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017