National Trust hut with breathtaking views you can book for just £30 a night

14 August 2023 , 19:28

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The rustic hut people can stay in for £30 a night (Image: National Trust/Paul Harris)

Anyone wanting to get away from it all and go off-grid can spend the night in a rustic stone hut nestled in the heart of Snowdonia.

The National Trust allows groups of up to eight people to hire the Tan Y Coed Bothy, located near the hamlet of Nantmor in North Wales , for £26 a night.

Described as 'an idyllic retreat from modern life' it offers basic accommodation for walkers in the area, or for “anyone looking to get back to basics for a couple of days”.

Bothies are traditional shelters found in the countryside , designed for hikers to spend a night or two and offer a 'camping with walls' experience.

While the Tan y Coed Bothy lacks a lot of home comforts such as electricity and just one cold water tap, it does offer a unique experience and something a little different to a night under canvas. Inside the main sleeping area are three wooden bunk beds, a sink and a storage shelf.

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The inside of the hut people can stay in (National Trust/Paul Harris)

A second room contains two single sleeping platforms and outside in an outbuilding is where you’ll find the toilet. While guests will need to bring their own airbeds, sleeping mats, bedding and cooking equipment, it does mean you don’t have the hassle of setting up a tent, according to the Manchester Evening News.

The bothy is located in a 'peaceful wild area' and it has incredible views of the surrounding countryside. It’s the ideal base for anyone looking to explore the nearby area and there are some incredible walks to do nearby.

Nearby are the beautiful waters of Llyn Dinas, a tranquil lake with breathtaking mountain scenery. There are lots of walks to do in the area, including a 5.7 mile route from Nantmor to Beddgelert village, taking you past the impressive Aberglaslyn river gorge.

If you’re planning on climbing Mount Snowdon, then the Watkin Path, the most difficult route, is around 20 minutes away by car. Alternatively the easier Llanberis path is a 40-minute drive away.

Parking is available at the base of the track leading up to the bothy, although you cannot bring a vehicle directly up to it. It’s worth noting that this bothy does not accept dogs.

There’s plenty of availability at Tan Y Coed throughout August and September, with weekday stays costing £26 and weekend stays priced at £34. You can book a stay via the National Trust website .

Liv Clarke