Greener Glamping

The Straw Bale Roundhouse

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Ganesh keeping an eye on things at Ty Mam Mawr off grid eco retreat centre

The roundhouse and Ty Crwn Mawr at the intimate off grid eco retreat centre Ty Mam Mawr

The roundhouse and Ty Crwn Mawr authentic Mongolian Ger (Yurt) at the intimate off grid eco retreat centre Ty Mam Mawr

Nearly finished....The roundhouse and Ty Crwn Mawr at the intimate off grid eco retreat centre Ty Mam Mawr

Moel y Henfaes and the straw bale roundhouse at Tyt Mam Mawr off grid eco retreat centre

The straw bale roundhouse blending in nicely with nature at Ty Mam Mawr off grid eco retreat centre

Inside the straw bale roundhouse looking west with a great view of the vortex like reciprocating frame roof and skylight

Arenig Fawr in the distance - Ty Mam Mawr straw bale roundhouse - Off grid eco retreat centre

Straw bale roundhouse and Ty Crwn Mawr yurt in August

Ganesh looking after the straw bale roundhouse - Ty Mam Mawr Off Grid Eco Retreat Centre

Inside the straw bale roundhouse with a great view of the central skylight and reciprocating frame roof

The straw bale roundhouse still needs finishing off and painting

Always warm and welcoming - Ty Mam Mawr straw bale roundhouse

The straw bale roundhouse, Ty Crwn Mawr mongolian yurt, Moel y Henfaes and the central fire pit

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

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We had a fantastic time at Shayne and Nathan’s yurt - it’s a real haven in the Welsh countryside! The yurt itself is beautifully furnished, spacious (perfect for a girls weekend) and very very cosy, especially on a stormy weekend. The off-the-grid facilities are great and we could self cater very easily. Shayne & Nathan are incredibly welcoming and accommodating hosts - their dogs Ruby and Tilly even came with us for a walk over the hills. We will definitely be back for another adventurous weekend away from London!
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Rebecca 14 Oct 2018
Wow, what a wonderful couple of nights away. Only had a couple of nights that all the family were free, so decided to try Glamping to reduce the packing up and down in two nights from our usual camping trips. Was so worth the extra cost. This place was absolutely fantastic. Such a beautiful space and surroundings. Total peace and tranquility, all the facilities you would need. Loved playing guitar round the fire pit, watching the full moon ride. Thank you Shayne and Nathan for a wonderful getaway. We'll be back.
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Susan 21 Aug 2024
What a wonderful place! When we arrived in Cynwyd we were struggling with baggage and so Nathan very kindly offered to pick us up and take us to the yurts. It was a nice drive up to the yurts and we were greeted with the freshest air I’ve ever tasted.. Nathan showed us around the place and explained everything perfectly, we had nothing to really ask him (other than when we realised we don’t really know how fires work). We stayed in the smaller yurt and it was perfect for the two of us, it heated up really quickly and retained heat well (in late December). The yurt itself was so cosy I still can’t get my head around how at home I felt. We didn’t have a car and luckily that wasn’t even necessary once we had got up to the yurts, there are walks for miles in almost every direction (tall pine forests, beautiful red valleys, the fresh f*cking air!±!!). Despite not seeing Nathan much once we arrived, he was still very responsive and helpful when we messaged him.

So onto the actual site itself that the two yurts (including Nathan & Shaynes house) were on. I could honestly go on forever in describing just how magical it really feels. We felt like we had more than enough privacy whilst still not feeling isolated, and that is due to how well they have designed everything. From the placement of the pond to the view from the yurt (and kitchen) window. You can hear a mixture of running water, singing birds, blowing trees, and pure beauty. Nathan & Shayne have clearly considered being as integrated into the natural landscape as possible whilst still being able to provide comfort and convenience for everyone there. It seems they have also considered the most subtle details in producing a tranquil and truly spiritual space to feel free in.

All in all it was amaaaazing, and I could still go on explaining why, but I want to eat my dinner. Thankyou SO much to Nathan, Shayne & Mother Nature for providing this whole experience!!! :)) ❤️ Xxx
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Sinead 20 Dec 2019
Such a beautiful place to stay! would recommend so much. The kitchen was perfectly equipped and the views were amazing. Thanks !
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Eloise 14 Jul 2022
Great get away exceeded mine and my partners expectations will be back with friends soon enough... Dog loved it to ✌️✌️✌️
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Danny 02 Feb 2020