Log Cabin Snowdonia

23/05/2026

Planning on going to the beach this Summer? 🏖 In North Wales, and especially in Eryri, tidal ranges are massive, and can catch you unawares if you are unfamiliar with the area 🌊
This is especially good to know on beaches where you can park your car, such as Black Rock Sands.
It's a surprisingly regular occurrence to hear about yet another car that has been swallowed by the tide, no doubt ruining an otherwise wonderful holiday... 😭🤦‍♀️
We usually recommend that you download a Tide app before you come away, so you can keep an eye on the water levels when going to the beach ( Note that Tide times change daily, and height changes with the lunar cycle, so they vary day to day, week to week). If you arrive at low tide it can be easy to assume that there is always that much sand at the beach - but don't be fooled!!
The Met Office have now also added tidal info to their app, making it even easier to get this info; helping you to stay safe and dry, no matter where you go ☺️👌
( For more detailed info you can use the Tide Times app, also pictured)

02/05/2026

The clear blue skies of Wales are waiting for you... 😃🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿👌
Need a getaway this month? We have just a couple of gaps left in the calendar 📅 The following nights are available in May:
6 & 7
10 - 14
17 - 21
Got questions, or want to book? Get in touch now. Just drop is a message on here.
P.S. June, July and August are almost full! A few dates remain. Get in touch, or check out the calendar on Airbnb to find out more ☺️🙏

19/04/2026

It fair to say that to get the most out of a walking trip to North Wales (and to be able to check out all the places you won't see the influencers banging on about on IG or TikTok!), you need to be handy with an Ordnance Survey Map. Need to brush up on your Map Reading skills though? Check out the video (link in the comments on the original post).
Big Thanks to Fell Running Guide for creating this 👌

One common mistake I see people making is thinking that a symbol on the map is a path when it isn't!

Some examples shown in the video in the comments.

18/04/2026

Well would you ever! 😮The legendary Anthony Hopkins was in Dolgellau (just 10 mins down the road from the Cabin) this past week! He's currently filming a new feature film based on a short story by Dylan Thomas and (given who the author is) unsurprisingly, it is set in Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

The film is based on a Dylan Thomas story called 'A Visit to Grandpa’s', a whimsical, heart stirring tale of a boy’s summer spent with his eccentric grandfather:

"When a lonely boy is sent to spend the summer with his wildly eccentric grandfather in the countryside, he expects boredom but finds magic instead. Grandpa is nothing like he imagined: impulsive, outrageous, and full of mysterious stories that blur fact and fantasy. As the days stretch on, mischief turns to meaning, and their unexpected bond becomes a lifeline for them both. This is a funny and deeply moving journey through memory, imagination and the strange magic of family."

It sounds like Sir A is the perfect casting for this role. I can't wait to see it! 😀👌

17/04/2026

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17/04/2026

Just popped out to Tesco and passed by this ever-so-average view of Yr Wyddfa... 😉

07/04/2026

The mighty Yr Wyddfa ( the mountain formerly known as Snowdon) seen from the south (& viewed from a special, secret location- Shhh 🤫😁 Actually, tbh it's not all that secret if you know the area but still, it's a place that it better without crowds, so no, I won't tell you where it is! 😅)

Anyway, on with the post! It's Springtime folks! 🌱 and so we're now really heading into the kind of days that make you feel truly grateful to be alive!

We all need a bit more fresh air in our lungs and sand between our toes; the sound of waves crashing and the sight of a truly humungous slab of rock to remind us of our place in the world. Whilst some of you will feel the need to 'conquer' the mountain, others will prefer to sit in quiet reflection and consider our relative place in this world... and neither is better than the other. They are just different. Variety is what makes this world special. And in Eryri, you can have these 2 experiences back to back, or even simultaneously, if you wish! ✨️

So if you're itching to get away, why not squeeze in a little vacation, or even a workation!, this month?
We have 2 blocks of dates, Sunday to Thursday, that are just crying out for guests to come and stay, work and play! They are:
April 16- 23
April 26- 30
And if you can't get away for the full 5 nights, we have just a 2 night minimum stay, so you can grab a cheeky little getaway!
Message us to find out more and to book your dates now 😊👌

30/03/2026

Well would you look at that! 👀🥳😀🙌

According to search engines "the average occupancy rate typically falls between 48% and 60%, though it is highly dependent on location, seasonality, and property type. A "good" occupancy rate is generally considered to be between 60% and 70%, with top-performing listings achieving higher percentages through peak seasons"

As you can see our Annual occupancy data absolutely smashes not only the average, but also the high performing listings!! AND this booking platform data doesn't even take into account the nights which are booked through us direct, which raises this number even further!

We're already getting full over the next few months, right up to September, so if you do want to book, get in touch with us sooner rather than later with your preferred dates! And remember that booking with us direct saves you money on the additional fees charged by 3rd parties (usually 15- 20% on top of our standard rate)☺️👌

You can message us with your booking enquiry by using the 'Send Message' link on this post 👇

10/02/2026

We spent a lovely hour watching the fantastic Batala Bermo (and friends) on Barmouth Beach on Saturday evening. After we parked up, we walked through town looking for the meet up location and it felt a bit like we were in Jumanji... with the sound of distant drumming in the distance! 😁
Seeing a large troupe of people drum in unison is such a fabulous experience - the sound was amazing and the energy was super high! They played as the light faded and as they did their drums lit up- adding an extra dimension to the performance! ✨️ Next time you are in the area, check out their page to see if they are performing- and make sure to go & check them out ( or even go to ine if their workshops and try your hand at Batala yourself!) - you won't be disappointed! 😁👌🥁

10/02/2026

Come and Stay (and enjoy our shiny new kitchen!)😊🏡 Prices have been dropped for Feb for stays Sun - Thurs (outside half term) to just £55 per night!!! That's crazy value! 🤪 So head over to Airbnb now to choose your dates, or drop us a message on here! Xx