Finest Retreats are pleased to present Toll Bridge Cottage, a unique, characterful cottage alongside the Mawddach estuary. Stay in the quaint toll keeper's cottage, which oozes old world charm with amazing waterside views.
The bridge was built in 1879 as a replacement for a ferry crossing and the cottage is said to have been added to around the 1900s. The cottage can sleep up to two guests, with a kitchen, dining and lounge nestled around the cosy log burner, perfect for an evening in around the fire. There's also a shower room, and double bedroom with striped wooden walls all around which just adds to the character and charm.
Outside enjoy expansive and uninterrupted views on the terrace – the ideal place to relax, watch the local wildlife and immerse in the breath-taking scenery. And of course, you can also watch the occasional car, bike or group of walkers go by during the day and crossing the historic bridge.
The cottage is well located for visiting guests to explore the stunning scenery of the area. The adjacent cycle track, the Mawddach trail, that used to be the old railway track is perfect for strolls as well as bikes. Two MiRiDER e-bikes are available for hire at the cottage, so if you fancy a ride and to see the sights from a different point of view, then please contact us to book ahead of arrival.
Slightly further afield is the seaside town of Barmouth that includes stunning sandy beaches, and the traditional market town of Dolgellau offering a range of artisan shops and weekly farmers market is only two miles away. The foothills of the majestic Cadir and Idris are on the near horizon tempting you to explore their magnificence and beauty, and the beast that is Snowdonia is just a short drive away.
Logs for the woodburner are not included, but you can pre-order logs at time of booking @ £6 per bag (which includes kindling and fire lighters), or they can be purchased directly from the toll keepers.
For more information and bookings please contact Finest Retreats.
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Dolgellau
Located in Dolgellau, this cottage is in a rural area. Mach Loop and Fairbourne Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Penrhyn Amusement Arcade and Fairbourne Railway. King Arthur's Labyrinth and Corris Craft Centre are also worth visiting.
beach near Penmaenpool Toll Bridge - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
beach near Borthwnog - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Eryri National Park - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
Mach Loop - 13 min drive - 14.8 km
Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 16.2 km
Getting around
Morfa Mawddach Station - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Starbucks - 6 min drive
The Last Inn - 9 min drive
The Tilman - 9 min drive
The Lobster Pot - 10 min drive
Unicorn Inn - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Toll Bridge Cottage pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of GBP 30. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much does it cost to stay at Toll Bridge Cottage?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Toll Bridge Cottage on 4 November 2026 start from NZ$518, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Toll Bridge Cottage?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Toll Bridge Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Toll Bridge Cottage?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Toll Bridge Cottage located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Cymer Abbey, Llyn Tan y Graig and Dolgellau Park. Dolgellau and Barmouth Hospital is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful location and thoroughly enjoyed our time.
Laura
Response from VrboOwner on 13 April 2026
Thank you Laura. We are so pleased that you had a great time and hope to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Bernard
17 April 2026
Enjoy it to the fullest
“A fantastic and unique location in a beautiful area for walking and cycling. The accommodation is fully equipped with everything needed for two people.”
Bernard
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nigel
9 March 2026
Loved it
Very cosy and a great location
Nigel
Response from VrboOwner on 14 March 2026
Thank you for your review following your recent stay. We are delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time and found the property cosy and in a great location. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marie
27 December 2025
Excellent holiday in a beautiful place.
Lovely quirky unique cottage in a beautiful setting. It had everything we needed. Great log burner. The George third hotel & bar very near with great food. Toll bridge staff were very helpful and friendly. Great way to see in the new year! Great holiday & we will definitely be back.
Perfect location and lovley small house, we enjoyed everything. The people at the toll station are really nice and helpful for requests about trips around
Peter K.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Melissa
4 November 2025
Lovely setting and beautiful little house
Great view and close to a nice pub
Would have been nice to have wood for the fire included.
Melissa
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rosie
14 December 2025
Unique cottage in a great location
Beautiful setting with stunning views and lovely cozy and well equipped cottage. Just right for 2 people. Friendly toll keepers with lots of useful local knowledge. Easy access to superb walking and a nearby pub. Loved the extra little touches such as the mini Christmas tree and lights as our stay was mid December.
A bit disappointed with the shower which was very weak. Otherwise everything was perfect
The accommodation provides all that you need for a cozy, comfortable stay. All mod cons in a beautiful area. Although the weather did not cooperate the outside lounge area provides excellent views of the estuary
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Michelle
24 November 2025
Penmaenpool Bridge Cottage.
The quirkiness and position of the cottage. Welcome Welsh cakes and fruit cake and tea coffee. Views and friendliness of toll bridge staff.
Removing cobwebs around the ceilings. More guidance on where the key safe and car parking was located, binning waste and use of decking. Better response time on WhatsApp. Correct WiFi details and bridge opening times,
Michelle
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sandra
13 August 2024
It was just brilliant. Would stay again without hesitation.
Self catering bare essentials provided but good shop 2 miles away in town. Fabulous historic and homely place to stay and dog friendly too. Great spot for walking & hiking and exploring a beautiful corner of North Wales.
Sandra
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andria
18 May 2025
Cosy cabin on a bridge!
The setting of the wee cottage at the end of the toll bridge made for a quirky experience and the wider setting of hills and the estuary was beautiful.
It was perfect.
Andria
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Hi Andria,
Thank you for your lovely review. I'm so glad you had a great time at Toll Bridge Cottage and enjoyed the property and the local area.
I hope we get the opportunity to host you again soon!
Kind regards,
Finest Retreats,
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
James
14 October 2024
Great quirky location.
Well equipped and clean, nice small touches, milk and some cakes. Local area is beautiful and good local pub for food. Recommended.
James
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul
27 July 2024
Perfect Holiday Accommodation
The cottage was perfect for a comfortable and relaxing holiday in the most beautiful surroundings Wales has to offer.
Perfection cannot be improved upon.
Paul
Response from VrboOwner on 19 September 2025
Hi Paul. I am so happy you had a perfect stay. I am sure it was an amazing experience being able to explore the beautiful surroundings and we really appreciate your kind words.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paul
18 October 2023
Perfect: beautiful location, unique property, dog friendly, decent WiFi and convenient parking.
The location was stunningly beautiful. The property was quirky (quite unique), warm, comfortable and spotlessly clean. WiFi worked perfectly and parking was very convenient. Plus they allow dogs.
Paul
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sharron
6 October 2024
Location was excellent, lovely little place to stay.
Pub was within walking distance of the property and food was wonderful and staff were very friendly. Cottage is a wonderful base for walking and we were incredibly lucky with the weather. Toll bridge staff are amazing and so helpful and knowledgeable.
Parking could be an issue at times but other than that, everything was great
Sharron
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ian Michael
15 October 2025
Wonderful place
Our second visit to the Toll Bridge House, this time for two weeks, and it didn't disappoint. The accommodation was lovely and clean, with welcoming croissants and Welsh cakes. We were a little concerned when storm Amy came, but nothing to worry about. The Toll Bridge staff are really friendly and helpful, and this year we watched the swimmers taking part in the Barmouth Hurly Burly. All in all a fantastic place to stay. Hope to be back in 2026.
The settee is a bit low and uncomfortable. But we put a couple of pillows on there to make it a little better. Otherwise, all great.
Ian Michael
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Claire
28 October 2023
Beautiful location, stunning views
Beautiful location, stunning views. Lovely local pub with good food. Bridge keepers helpful and chatty, reccomending local walks,a great base to explore further if wanted. Bridge itself well equipped and clean, log fire just made the stay even better.
Claire
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sylvain
31 January 2025
Exceptional
All! The location, the style, the comfort.
Sylvain
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2025
Hi Sylvian, thankyou so much for your wonderful review, we are glad you had a lovely stay!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah
23 July 2024
we loved it, nothing really could be improved for us!
we loved it, nothing really could be improved for us!
Sarah
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Tim
6 September 2024
Lovely accommodation in a beautiful setting.
Beautiful setting.
Good amenities
It is what it is, but it's a shame that it isn't a little larger, consequently it's a little expensive for its size.
Furnishings could be more cosy and comfortable.
Tim
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Katarzyna
6 December 2024
Really lovely!
We loved everything, it’s a wonderful little cottage
Maybe more wood for the first night? But we bought plenty for the weekend in the nearby coop
Katarzyna
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maggie
6 September 2024
Comfortable, well equipped, clean, cosy
Lovely waterside spot, quirky, historically interesting, enhanced by the lovely relationship we had with the toll collectors - they were all friendly, helpful and charming
Just one very picky comment - the duvet is very heavy! (We had lovely weather!)
Maggie
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
Hi Maggie, Thank you for your feedback. I am glad you had an amazing stay and were able to appreciate the beautiful scenery and historical element.
I will share your comments regarding the duvet with the rest of the team. We hope you will visit us again in the future.
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