Dolgoch Bunkhouse

Gostou: Dolgoch is an amazing place to let everything go, reconnect with nature and understand what we really need. Went there with my 14yr old son for a short getaway. We loved the place, the other guests and especially the lovely warden Mary and her 2 friends. We had the most wonderful conversations in the evening. They really looked after us and the other guests. What made it even more special is that all wardens are volunteers. We didn’t miss electricity or WiFi. The kitchen is well stocked with hobs, oven, drinking water, pots, pans, utensils, crockery and cutlery. The shower can get really hot after a warm, sunny day. The location is really peaceful and quiet during the night and the day. Everyone is relaxed and you start feeling like part of a new family after a couple of days.

Não gostou: There is nothing to dislike if you don’t have unrealistic expectations. It is what it says on the tin, basic, no Wi-Fi, no mobile phone reception. But everything you need for your stay. Something to be aware of: if there are many people staying, the shower may be cold - but this adds to the fun ;-). The beds are comfortable- we stayed in the 4-bed private room - as long as you are less than 6 foot. And beware of the southern bridle path if you are hiking. It is very boggy for 1.5 miles and treacherous- rather use the road on the other side of the valley.

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Do gestor: Many thanks for your kind review. Do come and visit Dolgoch again!

Gostou: Jim the warden welcomed us into the cosy main room with a roaring fire after we'd been out in the rain for hours! The bunkhouse is in a beautiful, very remote, location. The accommodation is wonderfully basic - no mains electricity, signal or wifi! But the rooms were clean and comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed.

Não gostou: Nothing!

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Do gestor: Many thanks for your kind review. Do come and visit Dolgoch again!

Gostou: The Hostel is totally off grid. No Electricity, phone signal or internet. Lots of indoor relaxing space with a very effective wood fire. (We stayed when the temperatures were just above freezing). There is a rack to dry wet clothes above the wood burner. Bedrooms have no lights so bring a good torch. Outside has lots of seating and in summer would be a great space to sit out in. Bedrooms were clean, laundry was freshly laundered. I'm 190 cm and found my bunk was a little short, but bearable, and the duvet was large and warm.

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Gostou: Fantastic position. Great facility’s. Can’t be faulted

Não gostou: Nothing

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Gostou: Location...remote. friendliness of staff.

Não gostou: Midges.

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Do gestor: So pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Dolgoch is a magical place!

Gostou: Lovely peaceful place, well kept and clean. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, amazing, plenty to see and do. Plenty of soap in toilets and showers and kitchen. Nice kitchen with plenty of kitchen wears to use, and a good seating area inside with games and books and a seating area outside. There was a useful sink in our room too. The wardens were very kind and helpful, they welcomed us and gave us good advice about where to visit. Our children were all excited about staying in a hostel, even with no wifi and having to use torches at night. The stars at night were spectacular. We would recommend this place.

Não gostou: The only inconvenient part of our stay was having no wifi or signal, but we still enjoyed ourselves anyway.

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Do gestor: So pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Dolgoch, It is a magical place - don't tell too many people about it!

Gostou: Friendly staff, stunning countryside!

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Gostou: The remoteness and facilities.

Não gostou: Nothing

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Gostou: Possibility to use facilities of bunkhouse

Não gostou: Midges

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Do gestor: Unfortunately midges are a real nuisance at this time of year. Next time come earlier or later in the year to avoid them!

Gostou: Remote location! Facilities, friendliness of the warden.

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Do gestor: Many thanks for your review!