Cefn Coed

View prices & book 9.2 150 reviews
Idyllic woodland pitches
Idyllic woodland pitches
Secluded personal pitches
Tent pitch
Riverside pitch, under two great oaks, with ponies in the field on each side
View from pitch
First pitch in the wetlands
Mountain sunrise
Woodland campervan pitches
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Secluded personal pitches
Tent pitch
Riverside pitch, under two great oaks, with ponies in the field on each side

  • Simple pitches on a peaceful 75-acre historic farm estate
  • Within Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park; Dolgellau 10 minutes' drive
  • Easy access to the Mawddach Trail and local walking/bike trails
Spacious pitches… seaside strolls… Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park… if such phrases fill your heart with glee, you should be pretty content at Cefn Coed. This spacious site is in a gorgeous Gwynedd location, within the national park and about 10 minutes’ drive from both the market town of Dolgellau and the coast at Fairbourne. If you’ve come to north Wales for the scenery, you should be pleased with your lot here: it’s in a sheltered valley of ancient oak woodlands, close to where the slopes of Cadair Idris roll down to the banks of the Mawddach Estuary. The site is part of a historic Welsh farm estate with 75 acres of farmland and forest – and the nearest neighbours are almost a mile away. Miles of walking, cycling and riding paths are easily accessible, including the famed Mawddach Trail (follow it all the way to Dolgellau, Fairbourne and Barmouth, or to a tiptop local pub/restaurant). There is also a circular route just above the property with some further viewpoints. Facilities on site include an amenities block with showers, toilets and a washing-up area. Filtered mountain spring drinking water is provided near the farmhouse, along with a freezer for ice packs and a facility for charging phones or small battery packs. During high season, the on-site bar serves local ales and cocktails. There is a food truck during high season where you can pre-order woodfired pizzas and morning coffee and croissants. Book yourself onto an on-site course or activity too, like guided local walks, bushcraft, sound baths and foraging courses. The distance between the car park and pitches is variable and parking by the pitch can't be guaranteed. Pitches are allocated on a first-come-first-served basis; if you have a particular request please let the site know and they'll do their best to accommodate you.

Site type

Tent sites 10
Motorhome sites 5
Open now
Opens 12 March
Please note
  • The campground/park does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dog Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
  • This is a quiet campground/park: no music is allowed.
  • If making a fire, the fuel, logs and coal have to be purchased on site.
  • There are no bins onsite: all rubbish will need to be taken home with you.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Thu, 12 Mar to

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2 adults
0 children
0 dogs

Reviews

9.2

Overall rating from 150 Pitchup.com customers

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BushPeaceful

91% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

What customers say

A tranquil, nature-filled escape. Ponderosa Park offers secluded, spacious pitches nestled in woodland and meadow. Highlights include friendly staff, superb walks, clean facilities, and a popular bar/pizza spot. Be aware of potential queues for toilets/showers during busy periods and limited water points. Stunning location with easy access to local sights.

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Aleksandra O. 1 review

Field unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Everything

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Michael H. 1 review

Oak Woodland unpowered forest floor tent site

Liked Ones angen this place has don it agen just keep getting better evey time i come here nice and relaxing and staff are very helpful

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Kate A. 20 reviews

Wooded unpowered grass and earth campervan site (no cars)

Liked We liked this woodland site with easy access on foot to different walks; hilly ones and flat, mostly fairly shaded, ones to Barmouth and Dolgellau. The site staff are friendly and the showers are good. There is a covered area with benches where you can charge devices and read or play games. We enjoyed our visits from a Robin and her two babies as well as other birds.

Disliked We would have liked easier access to the freezer so we could change our ice blocks more often.

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Loved this place, so relaxing and an amazing location

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 Katy j. 1 review

Oak Woodland unpowered forest floor tent site

Liked The location was perfect

Disliked Nothing

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Great real camping site. With amazing walks and wood fired pizza

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 Phil J. 6 reviews

Field unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Amazing site. Proper camping. Wood fired pizza and woodland bar area a absolute bonus

Disliked Nothing

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Lesley B. 3 reviews

Oak Woodland unpowered forest floor tent site

Liked Woodland walks, mostly peaceful left alone to do what we wanted

Disliked Could of do with other toilet facilities

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Okay as a one off, can see it getting very crowded peak times

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 chris w. 2 reviews

Wooded unpowered grass and earth campervan site (no cars)

Liked Food on site. Showers and toilets were clean.

Disliked As a local couple we have looked at here a few times as it sounds up our alley... back in the day it used to be a hub for the best steaks in the area when it was originally a pub, but every time we've tried to book it's always busy We paid for a woodland pitch... there were trees I guess, but next to the car park, and people kept using the entrance to the pitch as a turning circle. We paid 'extra' for the awning - not sure why being that we were a lone pitch with no1 around and not affecting anyone so was unsure why we had to pay extra for something on our own pitch. standing, little disappointed. The photography of the pitches were obviously done by a social media expert as it made it seem idyllic. Walking around the site there are pitches stuck in every nook and cranny, and buildings and creations popping up here there and everywhere - weird considering there's no planning permission for any of them - we went there as it stated that there was only around 14 pitches there yet as I stated they are popping up everywhere - almost seems its a money making exercise over experience - 4 toilets cannot cope with that many people.

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Excellent campsite

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 Paul K. 1 review

Wooded unpowered grass and earth campervan site (no cars)

Liked Everything about the place, super little campsite and will definitely be visiting again this year.

Disliked The weather

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 Lily R. 1 review

Field unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked Secluded with great access to local hiking routes and the estuary, short drives to local towns and beaches.
Onsite shop stocked well, and lovely shower and toilet blocks. Friendly staff and just a beautiful location

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Anonymous

Field unpowered grass campervan or tent site

Liked We were in a meadow. Good location. We felt safe. There is a fence and several gates. You have to walk quite a bit to the toilets and showers, you can also wash dishes there, there is a cafe and a shop. Although it is far from the tent area, it is good to get some exercise in the morning. There are no disturbances at night, it is quiet and peaceful. We liked it. Tip - use a good mosquito repellent. They are not afraid of the spray we had.

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Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis Watersports Wild swimming

Amenities on site

Bath available Car parking by site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry Off licence Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Picnic table Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area Wifi

Groups welcome

D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Rallies welcome Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Bush Gastronomic delight Lake and/or mountain Leave the car at home Peaceful Remote location Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Communal freezer Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Public transport nearby

Type

Farm Small (11-25 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Cefn Coed

Ponderosa Ranch

Penmaenpool

Dolgellau

Gwynedd

Wales

LL40 1YF

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

52.73689°N
3.97196°W

Nearest transport

Coach
23.9 km Sportsman
24 km Tesco
25.2 km Market Square
Rail
5.2 km Morfa Mawddach Rail Station
5.9 km Barmouth Rail Station
6.9 km Fairbourne Rail Station
Ferry
5.7 km Porth Penrhyn Ferry Landing
5.7 km Barmouth Ferry Landing

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Ready to ramble? Take a wander around Abergwynant Woods, 20 minutes’ walk away, or get set to conquer Cadair Idris, the slopes of which you can reach on foot in a couple of hours. The New Precipice Walk (15 minutes’ drive) is a fab choice for spectacular views; if you’re more into moving at speed, make for the mountain bike trails at Coed-y-Brenin forest park (also 15 minutes). For less energetic days out, take fishing rods off to the banks of Cregennan Lakes (15 minutes) or Tal-y-llyn Lake (20 minutes) or make a break for the seaside at Fairbourne (10 minutes), where you can ride the heritage railway for a properly chilled-out time, or Barmouth (20 minutes). Keen to see what lies beneath? Take a boat ride into a world of subterranean dragons and the like at King Arthur’s Labyrinth (25 minutes). Back up in the daylight, ancient Cymer Abbey (10 minutes) and the fab Italianate village of Portmeirion (40 minutes) are top ports of call.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Barmouth 6.3 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Fairbourne 7.4 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Tal-Y-Bont 9.9 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dyffryn (Llanendwyn) 11.5 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent
Llandanwg 14.9 km Sea ExcellentExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

CADW - Harlech Castle 16.4 km

MOMA Wales - Y Tabernacl 18 km

Rheilffordd Talyllyn Railway 18.9 km

Portmeirion Gardens 21.4 km

Ffestiniog Railway 23.3 km

National Trust

Ty^ Mawr Wybrnant 36.2 km

Plas yn Rhiw 44.7 km

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Mawddach Estuary 3 km

Llynau Greggan from Ty Nant 3.5 km

Cadair Idris 3.5 km

Cadair Idris by the Fox's Path 3.7 km

MAWDDACH VALLEY (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 31/03/1983) 4.6 km

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Cefn Coed have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Cefn Coed dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Cefn Coed? Ready to ramble? Take a wander around Abergwynant Woods, 20 minutes’ walk away, or get set to conquer Cadair Idris, the slopes of which you can reach on foot in a couple … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Cefn Coed?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  2 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  10 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Cefn Coed? From $116.97 (for 2 nights, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.