1 / 15The Old Railway Station
Fron Goch, Gwynedd
A single storey former railway station for six at Fron Goch near Bala, with an enclosed garden on the old platform, a hot tub, a signal box games room and one dog welcome.
The Old Railway Station is exactly that: a detached, single storey former station at Fron Goch near Bala, full of quirky original features and surrounded by the Arenig mountains. It is dog friendly, it takes six guests with one dog, and it sits between Llyn Tegid and the Capel Celyn lake.
Inside, the hall has space for coats, and the stylish kitchen and diner takes in the views through its glass door and windows. The comfortable lounge has its own television and a wood burner, the first logs supplied, and the dog will choose a spot near it after a full day out. The double has an en suite, while the twin and the full size bunk room use the main bathroom, with its bath, and every bedroom wakes to a view.
Outside, the enclosed landscaped garden takes in the former platform of the Great Western Railway's Bala Ffestiniog line, no longer in use, so morning coffee is taken where trains once stopped. Al fresco dinners come off the charcoal BBQ, the hot tub waits, there is a lawn for a picnic, and the dog can listen to the river and watch the wildlife alongside you. The old signal box has a new life as the games room, pool table and all, with undercover space for bikes and kayaks.
A stroll along the River Tryweryn leads towards the National Whitewater Centre, within a mile, and Bala is just under 3 miles away, with the largest natural lake in Wales and its unique fish, the Gwyniaid. The Bala Lake Railway and the historic Town Walk fill a day, and with the Berwyn Mountains on one side and Snowdonia on the other, one dog will never run short of hills.
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from £721 for 7 nights
The Old Railway Station takes 1 dog and is booked through holidaycottages.co.uk.
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At a Glance
- Dogs Welcome
- 1 dog
- Enclosed Garden
- Yes
- The enclosed garden has stunning views where you can enjoy the sounds of the river watch the wildlife and just relax
- Sleeps
- 6 guests
- Rooms
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Price
- from £721 / 7 nights
- Grading
- 4 star
- Arrival
- in from 16:00, out by 10:00
- Facilities
- Games, Hot tub, Open fire, Parking, Wifi
The Old Railway Station from £721 for 7 nights
Book with holidaycottages.co.ukFrequently Asked Questions
Is The Old Railway Station dog friendly?
Yes, The Old Railway Station welcomes one dog. The property has a fully enclosed garden on the old railway platform, so your dog can be out there safely while you're making use of the hot tub or the barbecue without you having to think too hard about it.
Are dogs allowed at The Old Railway Station year round?
The listing doesn't specify any seasonal restrictions, so it's worth getting in touch with the owner directly to confirm availability for your dates. The setting — quiet lanes, a lake three miles away, and a fenced garden — makes it a good option whatever time of year you're planning to visit.
What should I know before visiting The Old Railway Station with my dog?
The booking allows one dog, so if you're travelling with more than one it's worth checking with the owner before you book. Inside, there's a hard floor at one end of the house and a hearth at the other, which covers most of what a dog needs indoors. The lanes around Fron Goch are quiet enough to walk easily, and Bala Lake is just three miles away.
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The Old Railway Station from £721 for 7 nights
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