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The Straw Bale Roundhouse

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Fire pit and roundhouse at Ty Mam Mawr eco retreat centre

Sunny outside....warm and pink inside! Ty Mam Mawr straw bale roundhouse

Off grid eco retreat centre nestled in Cynwyd forest high in the Berwyn Mountains, North Wales

The straw bale roundhouse and central fire pit

Straw bale roundhouse - eco retreat centre - North Wales

Rowan trees around the straw bale roundhouse at Ty Mam Mawr eco retreat centre high in the Berwyn Mountains overlooking the Dee Valley in North Wales

Intimate off grid eco retreat centre - high in the Berwyn mountains - deep in Cynwyd forest

The fire pit and roundhouse at Ty Mam Mawr off grid eco retreat centre

Inside Ty Mam Mawr straw bale roundhouse - the roof is a vortex to the higher realms...

Straw bale roundhouse at intimate off grid eco retreat centre Ty Mam Mawr in North Wales

The straw bale roundhouse just before her paint job

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We (2 people and a dog) had a relaxing stay in this clean, rustic glamping yurt and cabin. Lovely views, very peaceful and a comfortable bed. Friendly and responsive host. Good base for exploring the surrounding area. Deck was great for a cuppa, breakfast & bird spotting.

House rules and directions were detailed, which made check in very hands-off (you can arrange for in-person check in if desired) and straight forward. Nathan was quick to bring us bedding for the second bed and to check that the cabin door handle (bit loose) and yurt door cover (bit tired, you have to just fold it under the poles of the yurt) were both as they should be. This was much appreciated and meant we could just relax and enjoy the space. Thank you for having us!

NOTE: we encountered a lot of ticks, even just walking on the road (we've done off-grid, middle of nature camping adventures a lot and not had as many as we did here) so come prepared, especially if bringing a dog with you.
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Kat 15 Sep 2023
A beautiful and welcoming yurt set in an amazing location surrounded by forrests full of wild phesants! A great space to relax and reconnect with nature during the day then getting comfy around a fire pit at night and watching the stars. The yurt warms up a treat once the stove is lit and there were plenty of extra blankets to hand. The hosts Shayne and Nathan were always at hand to help if needed and provided a very friendly welcome. We took a short drive out down the A5 to Chirk Castle which makes a beautiful family day out.
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Lorna 02 Sep 2018
We had such a wonderful time at Shayne and Nathan's peaceful mountain hideaway.
We stayed in the larger of the two yurts and the two of us had lots of space to make ourselves at home. The place was clean and peaceful, and the bed was nice and comfy.
We enjoyed using the sweet little kitchen for making our meals. We had everything we needed. The fridge was a decent size for our food for the week, and they provided useful storage boxes for our dry foods.
It was great to have sole use of our own toilet and shower too.
The fire pit and eating space was so lovely. We spent many peaceful mornings and evenings eating and chilling out and enjoying the lovely surroundings. Although we could hear a little from the other guests it didn't take away from the relaxing environment at all, and we felt like our space was private.
Nathan and Shayne were such welcoming and generous hosts. We loved chatting with them and learning about amazing places to go and visit.
We had some wonderful walks both locally and in Snowdonia National Park. Did a little wild swimming (bracing!) and just generally soaked in the peacefulness of the beautiful countryside.
We didn't want to leave! A really special place to spend some time.
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Sarah 10 Jun 2021
Thank you so very much for our lovely stay in Wales, it was absolutely perfect and beyond exceeded our expectations! The Yurt was exactly like the photos, if not better in real life! The shower/toilet/kitchen block was clean and easy to use. Amazing location, right up in the mountain - if you are seeking a place to escape city life, this is the one for you!! Can’t wait to book and come and stay again! ✨
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Ellie Mae 01 Dec 2021
Beautiful hilltop yurt with fantastic views, ideal for a weekend away getting back to nature! Super helpful and friendly hosts who have produced an eco way of glamping!
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Abigail 13 May 2021