Walking: There are many lowland, upland and coastal walks in the area including the newly completed Wales Coastal Walk. Books of walks are supplied in the cottage and there are details of 3 local circular walks. Cadair Idris has spectacular views from the summit and is 5 miles to the north in the Snowdonia National park.
Mountain Biking: The upland tracks are perfect to explore by bike. Mach 1, 2, & 3. are mapped out local trails.  The Dyfi Forest  Cli-MachX trails (4 miles from the cottage) were launched in 2004 and has some of the best trails in Wales with some exciting downhill single track. There are a bike shop in Machynlleth with a full range of bikes for hire and advice on routes for all abilities.
The Coast: There are good beaches at Aberdyfi, Aberystwyth and Borth with plenty of space for relaxing or playing on the sand, or water sports such as surfing.
The Centre for Alternative Technology: Is a 30 minute walk up the lane. with displays of wind, solar and water power and sustainable building techniques. It is a good day out for the family or a resource of information. There is a vegetarian restaurant, a shop for books and products, an adventure playground and organic gardens. Check out the CAT website.
In Machynlleth there are various facilities:
Leisure Centre, with swimming pool, squash courts, sports hall and large indoor bowls area.
Museum of Modern Art in Wales. Galleries of contemporary paintings with changing exhibits.
Arts & Craft shops.
Nature Reserves: There is a large RSPB reserve at Ynys-hir on the Dyfi estuary, a haven for coastal and woodland birds. The Dyfi Osprey Project is 5 miles from the cottage and there are various other SSSI's in the area. The cottage is on the borders of the Snowdonia National Park with the Dyfi Valley Estuary designated a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

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