Greener Glamping

The Straw Bale Roundhouse

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Here she is from the East in her new coat of paint! Ty Mam Mawr straw bale roundhouse

Looking out west we can see Arenig Mawr in the distance - Ty Mam Mawr eco retreat centre

Ready to lay the hearth - thank you Ganesh for helping us overcome all those obstacles

Another lovely day in paradise! Ty Mam Mawr Eco Retreat Centre

Ty Mam Mawr straw bale roundhouse nearly ready for a lick of paint

The eco retreat centre straw bale roundhouse from the south just by the big yurt

Moel y Henfaes and Ty Mam Mawr straw bale roundhouse with the yurt in the background

Rowan berries, Moel y Henfaes and Ty Mam Mawr straw bale roundhouse with the yurt in the background

Ganesh looking after the place at Ty Mam Mawr eco retreat centre and straw bale roundhouse

The roundhouse porch before cladding and painting

Ty Mam Mawr - Straw bale roundhouse and Yurt view to west with Arenig Fawr in sight

Lovely day to sit by the fire pit at Ty Mam Mawr eco retreat centre

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This really was a hidden gem in the forest!
We had such a wonderful time, we were made so welcome and relaxed the minute we walked into the beautiful yurt. The hammocks were amazing and extra facilities just perfect.
Shayne and Nathan are people to really inspire to be like, they’re working so hard to have as little impact as possible on the planet, everything has been thought through and considered. Inspirational!
Thank you, we can’t wait to come back! X
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Abigail 21 Jul 2019
Great stay and nice peaceful location would definitely recommend.
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Nathan 02 Mar 2025
I didn't want to come home! As we drove up the steep incline to the yurt... My partner, daughter and I could not contain out excitement and we were not disappointed.... The view surrounding the yurt that came into view was spectacular.

We arrived to such a warm welcome from the host Nathan... He made us feel at home instantly. Inside the yurt, we discovered a very comfy double bed and sofa bed.... Already prepared with beautifully clean linen in keeping with the feel of the yurt. The facilities were rustic (compost toilet listening to chickens having a conversation) as I would expect in a glamping yurt.... But the hot electric shower and very useable camping stove made it rather posh really!

Our first evening was spent cooking a meal using stove and fire pit (we managed pulled pork with veg followed but baked banana with chocolate!). Then Nathan invited us for cider at his big fire pit. We spent a pleasant evening setting the world to rights.

My family then spent one of the best weeks of our lives!!!!!! I write that from the heart.

My little girl of 6years learnt to lay and start a fire, cooking toast on it every morning. We explored the local paths with both bikes and on foot. All views were beautiful. One evening, Nathan helpfully explained the best place to see the sunset and as a family we chased the sun! We also went out for many day trips! I can recommend Llangollen as a great day out (steam train, vintage shopping, castle, abbey and canal boats) and the local town of Corwan boasts the best curry house in Wales (we might have tried it one night... You don't want to cook every night!)....to name but one of many many things to do locally! Nathan is very knowledgable of the area and is able to give you tips on the best spots/beaches.

I asked my daughter what her best bits were... She said Nathan's animals (very friendly cats, dogs and chickens) and digging for treasure(bottles and china) out of one of Nathan's banks... Thanks for that Nathan... You made a little archeologist very happy!

The beautiful setting, homely yurt, friendly host and diversity of things to do locally...resulted in my little family having a holiday full of adventure... I can not recommend this wonderful yurt enough!
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Yasmin 26 Jul 2015
Would definitely recommend as the whole experience was perfect and there’s plenty to do in and around snowdonia.

The whole place was clean and beautiful and look forward to doing it again.

You won’t be disappointed.

Thanks
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Graeme 07 Mar 2019
We had a wonderful weekend away is this fabulous yurt. The location is perfect and simply peaceful. Nathan was a brilliant host. Excellent communication and the yurt was exactly as advertised. The log fire ensured we were cosy at night. Sitting out on the deck in the evening is just tranquil; the stars are so bright. We did lots of walking around the local area. Thanks for the tips and the use of your map. We will certainly recommend to friends and will be back ourselves sometime soon. Thanks for a fabulous weekend break. Love from Lisa, Tom & Maisy the poodle x
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Lisa 14 Apr 2019