Bodweni Boathouse is a detached riverside house in Llandderfel, just 1. 5 miles from Bala in North Wales. Set within 75 acres of shared grounds alongside just two other properties, it sits beside a river with mountain views, woodland walks and a wildlife lake on the doorstep. This is a serious base for a big family or group.
The setting is genuinely special. You get river views, far-reaching countryside and woodland on all sides. River fishing is available on site and there's a separate games room next door. Bala town is minutes away for watersports, kayaking and sailing on Bala Lake.
Sleeping 11 across five bedrooms four super-king zip-and-link rooms (convertible to twins) and one twin with three en-suite shower rooms and a main bathroom.
Bodweni Boathouse is a detached riverside house in Llandderfel, just 1.5 miles from Bala in North Wales. Set within 75 acres of shared grounds alongside just two other properties, it sits beside a river with mountain views, woodland walks and a wildlife lake on the doorstep. This is a serious base for a big family or group.
The setting is genuinely special. You get river views, far-reaching countryside and woodland on all sides. River fishing is available on site and there's a separate games room next door. Bala town is minutes away for watersports, kayaking and sailing on Bala Lake.
Sleeping 11 across five bedrooms four super-king zip-and-link rooms (convertible to twins) and one twin with three en-suite shower rooms and a main bathroom. The open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner is light-filled with high-spec appliances and a refectory dining table.
Bala Adventure and Watersports Centre (1.5 miles, 5 mins), Mawddach Trail cycling route (14 miles, 25 mins), Barmouth seaside town (18 miles, 35 mins) and Swallow Falls waterfall (27 miles, 40 mins).
Bodweni Boathouse suits large families and celebrating groups. The hot tub overlooks the river and open countryside. Book it.
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The bubbling hot tub sits outside overlooking the river and far-reaching North Wales countryside. It's a proper highlight.
Shared with just two other properties, the 75 acres include woodland walks, a wildlife lake and well-stocked borders right on your doorstep.
Fish directly from the grounds without leaving the property. The river runs alongside the house with fenced access for safety.
A dedicated games room sits in a separate building next door to the house. Great for evenings and keeping groups entertained.
Five bedrooms sleep 11 guests. Super-king zip-and-link beds can convert to twins making it easy to configure for different group mixes.
Bala Adventure and Watersports Centre is just 1.5 miles away offering kayaking, sailing, canoeing, climbing, archery and white-water rafting.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Bodweni Boathouse by car, head towards Llandderfel near Bala in North Wales using the postcode LL23 7DR. The property is accessed via a gated entrance with a sweeping drive and has private parking on site for up to four cars.
The nearest railway station is Llangollen, approximately 20 miles away, from where you can take a taxi or hire a car to complete the journey. Bala itself has no direct rail link so a car is strongly recommended for this location.
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