Ty Afon - River House - Beddgelert

Country house in Snowdonia National Park with mountain views and on-site dining

Location & Setting

Ty Afon River House sits within Snowdonia National Park, a 4-minute walk from Beddgelert village. The property offers direct access to the Watkin Path, Rhyd Ddu Path, and Snowdon Ranger Path for Snowdon summit hikes. Caernarfon Castle and the Snowdon Mountain Railway are within 20 minutes by car.

Dining

The hotel serves a free continental breakfast with fresh croissants, cheese, yogurt, and fruit, plus cooked options for an additional charge. Dinner menus change daily and feature local ingredients such as lamb, salmon, and steak, served on a terrace with mountain views. Complimentary tea and cake are offered each afternoon in the lounge.

Rooms

Rooms at Ty Afon - River House are decorated in colors drawn from the surrounding mountains, rivers, and forests. Each room includes a private bathroom, tea/coffee making supplies with fresh milk and oat milk, and glass bottles of spring water. The family room accommodates up to 4 people, and the property is pet-friendly.

Activities

The hotel is a starting point for canoeing, cycling, hiking, horse riding, and water sports on site. Walking tours depart directly from the property, and the Glyn Afon path leads to the village and river. The Welsh Highland Railway runs scenic routes through the valley, visible from the rear terrace.

Services & Hospitality

Hosts Emma and Regan provide local guidance, assist with wedding ceremonies on the mountain terrace, and offer pickup from car parks for guests on challenging trails. The bar stocks Welsh gins and whiskeys, and the shared lounge has a TV area. Free private parking and invoice provided for business guests.

• Location: Snowdonia National Park, 4-minute walk to Beddgelert village
• Rooms: Pet-friendly rooms with mountain views and fresh milk
• Dining: Daily-changing dinner menu with local lamb and salmon
• Activities: Direct access to Snowdon hiking paths and water sports
• Services: Free private parking and Welsh gin bar