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Wales - Accommodation for birdwatchers

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Carmarthenshire
 
self-catering  Mountain View Cottages - LLandeilo

Cwmcochied, Cwmdu, Llandeilo, Carms. SA197EE Tel:01558 685815    emailwebsite

Views from the Garden of Ty Hyfryd at High TideExplore the rich diversity of habitats on our organic farm with Snipe, Woodcock, Curlew, Tree Pipit, Flycatchers, Redstart, Woodpeckers, Goldcrest, Warblers, Skylark, Meadow Pipit, Barn Owl, Buzzard, Red Kite.

Within walking distance are Talley Lakes with breeding Mute Swans & Great Crested Grebe & visiting Pochard, Tufted Duck, Goldeneye & Goosander. Cors Caron, the National Wetland center & Red Kite feeding station are within easy drive.

Accommodation for couples in 2 beautifully converted bams with views of the Black Mountain.

 Gower Peninsula
 
self-catering  Gower Salthouses - Crofty, Gower

c/o The Old Rectory, Llanmadoc, Swansea SA3 1DE Tel: 01792 386381   emailwebsite

Views from the Garden of Ty Hyfryd at High Tide2 comfortable bungalows in Crofty, Gower, right on edge of Loughor Estuary/Llanrhidian Marsh. (See view taken from garden).

Immediately across estuary from WWT National Wetlands Centre, and looking up towards Whiteford Reserve, a Ramsar Site. Birdwatching literally on your doorstep.

Ty Hyfryd sleeps 6 ; Ty Cefn sleeps 4

Enjoy all that Gower has to offer, but within easy reach of M4 and a wider Wales.

 Powys
 
self-catering  Yr Hen Stablau - nr Machynlleth

Pantlludw Machynlleth Powys SY20 9JR Tel: (+44) (0)1654 703428 emailwebsite

Yr Hen StablauYr Hen Stablau is a renovated stables set in luxuriant gardens overlooking the Dyfi Valley in Snowdonia. It is an excellent base for birdwatching:

Dyfi estuary 4 m, Mawddach 25 m, RSPB Ynyshir 7 m, NantyArian red kite centre, Lake Vyrnwy and Cors Caron wetlands all within 40 miles.

3 bedrooms, sleeping 6. The cottage is energy efficient and ground floor fully wheelchair accessible. Pets welcome, shops 1 mile.

Weeks available 2008: March, May, Sep-Dec, short breaks March, Sep-Dec.

self-catering Clyn Cottages - Elan Valley

Clyn, Elan Valley, Rhayader, Powys. LD6 5HP. Tel: 01597 810120emailwebsite

Clyn Holiday CottagesIn a superb setting amidst moors and woodland on a remote smallholding, the Cottages (Granary sleeps 4 and Cottage sleeps 7) offer great birdwatching, walking and mountainbiking literally from the doorstep.

The holding borders RSPB reserves and Elan Valley Estate moorland (the most important area for land birds in Wales, designated European Special Area for Conservation for Merlins, Peregrines and Kites).

There is abundant wildlife - and very few people! Situated 1.5 miles from Elan Village and reservoirs, 6 miles from Rhayader.

self-catering bed and breakfast The Old Coach House - nr Machynlleth

The Old Coach House, Dolcorsllwyn, Aberangell, Machynlleth, Powys SY20 9AB Tel: 01650 511333emailwebsite

The Old Coach HouseThe Old Coach House offers a warm welcome and 4* quality holiday accommodation with both a self-catering cottage and two Bed & Breakfast rooms. We are located close to Machynlleth and Dolgellau in the Dyfi Valley.

B&B accommodation comprises one double and one twin/superking bedroom, both en-suite.

The s/c cottage sleeps 4, with one double and one room with bunk beds. The ground floor comprises comfortable sitting/dining area, shower room and fully fitted kitchen.

Restaurant self-catering Craig-y-nos Castle Hotel - nr Machynlleth

Craig-y-nos Castle, Brecon Road, Pen-y-cae, Powys SA9 1GL SY20 9JR. Tel: 01639 730205 emailwebsite

Craig-y-nos CastleCraig-y-nos Castle in the Brecon Beacons national park offers real log fires and stunning views.

Enjoy excellent local walking in our mature gardens or in the National Park.

We offer accommodation both superior and budget accommodation. We are situated on the entrance to Craig-y-Nos Country park. The park has 40 acres of untouched rural hills and countryside.

self-catering   Tyn-y-Castell - Elan Valley       (Sleeps 4 - 6)

Joan Morgan, (MBRF), Old Bedw Farmhouse, Nr Erwood, Builth Wells, Powys LD2 3LQ
Tel: 01982 560402
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Tyn-y-Castell, Elan ValleyCome and relax at a delightful remote chalet (sleeps 4-6) deep in the beautiful Elan Valley in Wales. Tyn-Y-Castell is situated in the heart of Red Kite country, which makes the area a paradise for birdwatchers.

75% of the rental will be donated to the Moon Bear Rescue Fund, which campaings for and cares for captive bears that have been caged and 'farmed' for their bile in China.

 
 Cardiganshire
 
self-catering Yr Hen Stabl - Ceredigion

Fullbrook Farm, Tynreithyn, Tregaron, Ceredigion. SY25 6LQ. Tel: 01974 298545     emailwebsite  

Yr Hen StablA beautiful Welsh stone barn conversion set in a rural location approximately 17 miles from Aberystwyth. Sleeps 4 - 6 people and is 3 miles from local amenities. The local town of Tregaron is home to the Red Kite Centre.

Overlooking Cors Caron, which has a hide, you can fully appreciate the Red Kites and an abundance of wildlife. The cottage is also close to other RSPB Nature Reserves such as Ynys - Hir and Gweffrwd - Dinas.

 
self-catering Brynarth Country Guest House - Ceredigion

Lledrod, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion, Wales SY23 4HX   Tel: 01974 261 367  emailwebsite

Brynarth Country Guest HouseA delightful 17th century farmhouse with sympathetically converted barns within 8 acres of the stunning scenery and wildlife of the Ystwyth valley.

A warm welcome awaits you with log fires, licensed snug bar and excellent locally sourced home cooked meals and preserves. 9 rooms - majority en-suite.

Peace and tranquility abound, TV banished to fully equipped Games Barn ! In the heart of Red Kite country, kites seen daily. Cors Ian only a 2 minutes walk and Cors Caron is 10 minutes drive away. Bird list and online booking available on the website.

 
 Pembrokeshire
 
self-catering  Gateholm

Gateholm, Marloes, Pembrokeshire SA62 3BE     emailwebsite
Please contact owners by e-mail or click on website for availability, prices and an online booking service.
 

Puffins flying over Gateholm IslandDetached house (sleeps 6 + cot) in the heart of the Pembrokeshire National Park.

Two miles up the road, the boat departs to Skomer Island National Nature Reserve, home to a huge variety of birds including Manx Shearwaters, Puffins, Guillemots, Razorbills, Fulmars, Shags, Cormorants, Kittiwakes, Black Backed Gulls, Herring Gulls, Curlews, Oyster Catchers, Short-Eared Owls, Buzzards, Kestrels and Peregrine Falcons.

A short walk brings you to the coastal path and Marloes Sands, “one of the most heavenly places on earth”.

 
self-catering  Rosemoor Country Cottages and Nature Reserve

Rosemoor, Walwyn's Castle, Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire SA62 3ED
Tel: +44(0)1437 781326 Fax: +44(0)1437 781080
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Rosemoor Country CottagesApproached down narrow country lanes, Rosemoor is hidden in an lovely valley in the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park, overlooking its own nature reserve, close to the coast of St. Bride's Bay, and Skomer and Ramsey Islands.

Formerly a large Victorian country estate, Rosemoor now offers spacious, comfortable, well appointed holiday cottages. All are centrally heated, most have dishwashers, some have underfloor heating and woodburners.

We have a large choice of delicious home cooked meals available for a really carefree holiday.

 
 Denbighshire
 
self-catering  Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel - Denbighshire North Wales

Bodelwyddan Castle Hotel, Bodelwyddan, Denbighshire, LL18 5YA
Tel: 01442 236777 Fax: 01442 211008
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Bodelwyddan Castle HotelSoak up the rolling welsh hillsides from Bodelwyddan's ivy clad battlements and imagine yourself master of all you survey.

Whether you want to enjoy the stunning grounds and woodland walks with their bird hides or take advantage of the leisure and beauty facilities, there is something for everyone.

Breakfast and evening meals included, along with nightly live entertainment. you really will feel king or queen of the castle! .

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