Rowen Bunkhouse
Rowen Bunkhouse is a perfect rural retreat tucked away up the hillside, once Rowen Youth Hostel it now provides great value accommodation for groups of people who love to explore the mountains and hills of Eryri ( Snowdonia ).
Rowen Bunkhouse, Rhiw Farmhouse, Rowen, Conwy, LL32 8YW
Call Gwenan Jones on 01492650011
Rowen Youth Hostel, now independently owned, provides accommodation for groups at the heart of Snowdonia.
Having spent three generations as Rowen Youth Hostel, the old farmhouse at Rhiw Farm is once again owned by the local farm. Refurbished and restarting as Rowen Bunkhouse, it provides ideal accommodation for groups of up to 16 walkers, families holidaying together, and those who love the great outdoors of Eryri (Snowdonia).
This traditional Welsh farmhouse retains much of its original character. Situated at the top of a steep, narrow lane, it offers breathtaking views over the Conwy Valley. On the outskirts of the village of Rowen, a mile from the village pub and just 15 mins drive from Conwy and its popular attractions. Rowen Bunkhouse is the perfect base from which to explore the hills, mountains and coast of North Wales. Ideal for the Welsh 3000, Carneddau Mountains and only 30 min drive from Eryri (Snowdon) and Zip World.
Downstairs the old farmhouse has a modern kitchen, a dining room with log burner, and a cosy lounge. Ideal areas for groups of up to 16 to dine and relax. Upstairs are four bedrooms sleeping a total of 16 people in rooms of 2 and 5 beds. The garden has stunning views and picnic tables.
Up a set of exterior stone stairs is a self-contained flat, once the warden's accommodation, with a double bed, sofa bed, and kitchenette. This is ideal for a couple or a family, and can be hired in conjunction with the bunkhouse, allowing groups of up to 18 to stay (this will be available from January 2025 onwards). There is on site parking for up to 7 cars.
The family also have also has a campsite and holiday cottages located in the heart of Rowen village 1/2 mile from the bunkhouse.
Sorry due to the proximity of sheep, dogs cannot be accommodated.
This traditional Welsh farmhouse retains much of its original character. Situated at the top of a steep, narrow lane, it offers breathtaking views over the Conwy Valley. On the outskirts of the village of Rowen, a mile from the village pub and just 15 mins drive from Conwy and its popular attractions. Rowen Bunkhouse is the perfect base from which to explore the hills, mountains and coast of North Wales. Ideal for the Welsh 3000, Carneddau Mountains and only 30 min drive from Eryri (Snowdon) and Zip World.
Downstairs the old farmhouse has a modern kitchen, a dining room with log burner, and a cosy lounge. Ideal areas for groups of up to 16 to dine and relax. Upstairs are four bedrooms sleeping a total of 16 people in rooms of 2 and 5 beds. The garden has stunning views and picnic tables.
Up a set of exterior stone stairs is a self-contained flat, once the warden's accommodation, with a double bed, sofa bed, and kitchenette. This is ideal for a couple or a family, and can be hired in conjunction with the bunkhouse, allowing groups of up to 18 to stay (this will be available from January 2025 onwards). There is on site parking for up to 7 cars.
The family also have also has a campsite and holiday cottages located in the heart of Rowen village 1/2 mile from the bunkhouse.
Sorry due to the proximity of sheep, dogs cannot be accommodated.
Once Rowen Youth Hostel, this traditional Welsh farmhouse has breathtaking views over the Conwy Valley & Eryri (Snowdonia). Downstairs is a modern kitchen, a dining room with fire & a cosy lounge. Upstairs are 4 bedrooms sleeping up to 16 people. The garden has stunning views & picnic tables. There is a basic self-contained flat adjoining the bunkhouse which is available with the bunkhouse allowing up to 18 guests.
Having spent three generations as Rowen Youth Hostel, the old farmhouse at Rhiw Farm is once again owned by the local farm. Refurbished and restarting as Rowen Bunkhouse, it provides ideal accommodation for groups of up to 16 walkers, families holidaying together, and those who love the great outdoors of Eryri (Snowdonia).
This traditional Welsh farmhouse retains much of its original character. Situated at the top of a steep, narrow lane, it offers breathtaking views over the Conwy Valley. On the outskirts of the village of Rowen, a mile from the village pub and just 15 mins drive from Conwy and its popular attractions. Rowen Bunkhouse is the perfect base from which to explore the hills, mountains and coast of North Wales. Ideal for the Welsh 3000, Carneddau Mountains and only 30 min drive from Eryri (Snowdon) and Zip World.
Downstairs the old farmhouse has a modern kitchen, a dining room with log burner, and a cosy lounge. Ideal areas for groups of up to 16 to dine and relax. Upstairs are four bedrooms sleeping a total of 16 people in rooms of 2 and 5 beds. The garden has stunning views and picnic tables.
Up a set of exterior stone stairs is a self-contained flat, once the warden's accommodation, with a double bed, sofa bed, and kitchenette. This is ideal for a couple or a family, and can be hired in conjunction with the bunkhouse, allowing groups of up to 18 to stay (this will be available from January 2025 onwards). There is on site parking for up to 7 cars.
The family also have also has a campsite and holiday cottages located in the heart of Rowen village 1/2 mile from the bunkhouse.
Sorry due to the proximity of sheep, dogs cannot be accommodated.
This traditional Welsh farmhouse retains much of its original character. Situated at the top of a steep, narrow lane, it offers breathtaking views over the Conwy Valley. On the outskirts of the village of Rowen, a mile from the village pub and just 15 mins drive from Conwy and its popular attractions. Rowen Bunkhouse is the perfect base from which to explore the hills, mountains and coast of North Wales. Ideal for the Welsh 3000, Carneddau Mountains and only 30 min drive from Eryri (Snowdon) and Zip World.
Downstairs the old farmhouse has a modern kitchen, a dining room with log burner, and a cosy lounge. Ideal areas for groups of up to 16 to dine and relax. Upstairs are four bedrooms sleeping a total of 16 people in rooms of 2 and 5 beds. The garden has stunning views and picnic tables.
Up a set of exterior stone stairs is a self-contained flat, once the warden's accommodation, with a double bed, sofa bed, and kitchenette. This is ideal for a couple or a family, and can be hired in conjunction with the bunkhouse, allowing groups of up to 18 to stay (this will be available from January 2025 onwards). There is on site parking for up to 7 cars.
The family also have also has a campsite and holiday cottages located in the heart of Rowen village 1/2 mile from the bunkhouse.
Sorry due to the proximity of sheep, dogs cannot be accommodated.
This accommodation is featured on our map of Snowdonia and North Wales and here is its own website.
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Beds & Rooms:
18: Bunkhouse: 16: 1x2, 1x5, 1x5, 1x4. Flat: 2: 1x dbl + sofa bedOpen:
All yearPrice per night:
Bunkhouse: £250 - £600 (2 night min). Please enquire for self-contained flat.Booking:
Online booking coming soon. Please phone or email in the meantime.Directions:
Access to the farm car parking is via a very steep (1:3), single file road. We suggest putting the car in first gear at the bottom of Isallt Hill to reach the Bunkhouse. Directions will be provided after booking is confirmed. You can also view via our website.Public Transport :
Trains at Conwy (4.9 miles). Llew Jones Bus 19 from Llandudno to Bewtsy-Coed (via Conwy) stops a mile from the farm at Rowen Post Office. Aprox 5 buses a day (Monday to Saturday only).Walks :
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Ex YHA Rowen is bought back by the family who sold it 3 generations ago and is opening again.
September 16th 2024
It has been refurbished and has opened again as an independent groups only bunkhouse. Once a traditional Welsh farmhouse, the bunkhouse retains much of its original character. Situated at the top of a steep, narrow lane, it offers breathtaking views over the Conwy Valley. On the outskirts of the village of Rowen, a mile from the village pub & just 15 mins drive from Conwy & its popular attractions, Rowen Bunkhouse is the perfect base from which to explore the hills, mountains and coast of North Wales. Ideal for the Welsh 3000, Carneddau Mountains and only 30 min drive from Eryri (Snowdon) and Zip World.
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