Greener Glamping

The Straw Bale Roundhouse

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Relaxing on the new bowling green...not quite flat though...

That was a seriously hard but rewarding days work...time for a cider now!

The roundhouse before her paint job ready for our first bio energy meditation retreat.

Ty Mam Mawr and the dragons breath in the Dee Valley below

Ty Mam Mawr - Roundhouse - Exterior West Elevation - July 2018

Ty Mam Mawr - Roundhouse and yurt from behind pond

Ty Mam Mawr - Roundhouse and Yurt looking to West - Autumn

Ty Mam Mawr Eco Retreat Centre - Roundhouse and Big Yurt view to Snowdonia

Ty Mam Mawr Off Grid Eco Retreat Centre - Roundhouse and Big Yurt view west to Snowdonia

Dusk inside the roundhouse looking west through the french doors

Night time in the roundhouse by candlelight and a toasty fire

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Of all the places we have stayed, this was the most magical and refreshing one to date. The location is breathtaking, fresh air and gorgeous views. The yurt is so cosy and beautiful. We drove 50mins and climbed Snowden. There is a village 5 minutes away. Shayne and Nathan were excellent hosts.
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Rebecca 21 Oct 2019
Great hosts and place you can visit with your dogs and very affordable
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Ayfer Karakus 29 Dec 2017
Brilliant trip. The yurt was beautiful and cosy. Even though it rained for most of our trip we were determined to go out walking, but we were able to come back and cosy up to the indoor wood burner, listening to the rain on the roof. On a clear night we sat out by the outdoor fire pit enjoying the stars. The kitchen had everything we needed. The surrounding area is stunning too.
Nathan met us on arrival to show us around, he was very welcoming and friendly. Whenever we needed anything we just sent him a quick message and he was there to help. He was also happy to sit and chat to us when we wanted to ask them about their experiences building the site.
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Tamsin 23 May 2021
What a top place! We’ve had a quick family break (2 adults, 3 kids age 9,10,13) and we’ve loved every minute of Yurt life! The Yurt itself is fantastic and a great space. Brilliantly decorated, a cosy warm stove and outside area for fires, seating. The facilities are all thoughtfully done with attention paid to being self sufficient as you are off grid. You wouldn’t know this though as you have all you need. The area itself is off the beaten track and you need to drive to access shops, eating etc but there is also a well equipped kitchen and self-catering facilities which we also made use of. Set in an area of nothing but forests and views it’s tranquil yet you don’t feel isolated. We explored the forest tracks and paths on the doorstep as well as getting on the lake at Bala just down the road. So many good places to see, visit, walk, climb all within 30/40mins in a car. Finally, can’t say enough about the super hosts, Nathan and Shayne. Made us feel instantly welcome, passionate about the Yurt and being off grid, great local knowledge and readily available if you need them, if you don’t you won’t know they are there. We plan 2 return visits we enjoyed it that much - 1 in depth of winter with snow and 1 in height of summer as we imagine it’s an amazing place to be at these times.
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Jonathan 28 Apr 2019
We were only there a couple of days but came away feeling totally relaxed. It felt longer because we deliberately didn't do anything, we were chilled and just did some art. Perfect.
Nathan and Shayne have a way of making you instantly feel like you've known them for years!
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Debra 21 Jul 2017