At The Eniya Barn it is a very different way of life. Up here in the beautiful wilds, we promote a way of living that works with the environment so we ask you to support that whilst you are here. We can't (and dont wish to) use chemicals down our drains as we are not on mains drainage, so please only use natural products that will go down any of our plugholes otherwise it will kill the important bacteria that breaks down our waste which would lead to us having big problems. Thank you for your understanding!

We use a 'normal looking' sawdust composting toilet. It smells less than a regular toilet, uses no water and it's eco friendly.

Basic crockery, pots and utensils, along with shower gel, shampoo, conditioner and hand soaps, towels & bed linen will be provided. If you do bring your own toiletries please bring all natural versions. Toothpaste (normal is fine in small amounts)

Please refrain from killing insects whilst staying here. 

We use 'weeds' as medicine & herbal teas so please be mindful of this. 

Sorry no pets allowed.

No smoking inside of the barn including e-cigs. There is a metal bin provided outside for smokers.

No chemical drugs are to be brought, kept or used on the premises. Alcohol is not permitted during meditation, silent or solitary sessions.

We ask that outdoor shoes/boots are not worn inside of the barn to keep it as nice as possible, so bring warm thick socks or clean soled slippers that are worn only inside as the floor is very cold being mountain rock. Bring something easy to get on & off when in & out of the barn.

Unfortunately It would be quite difficult for anyone needing wheelchair access to get up and around here. Its a very old boulder stone built property so doors can't be changed and the outdoors is an uneven (sometimes slippery) slate, granite, rocky floor as we literally do live on a mountain which would make wheelchairs nearly impossible to manoeuvre. Please by all means contact us if you would like to discuss your degree of disability to see if it will be suitable for you.

If you don't drive or do not wish to drive then it may be possible to offer collection from Bangor railway station.  Please arrange this in plenty of time with me prior to your stay. Please note this is not always possible if i'm working. 

Walking sticks are advised for walking on the mountain or if unsteady on your feet. 

Its a single level barn so no stairs to go up. A very small step up is at the entrance to the barn and slight step into bathroom but we are talking an inch or so.

Its an uneven uphill track across a farmers field to reach our property, approx 4 minute walk, 2 minute slow drive up from the road gate. It can get muddy, wet & laiden with sheep/cow poop! Please wear sturdy covered-in outdoor footwear on arrival. There are many mountain sheep and sometimes cows in this field, please shut the gate to the road at all times. If the other gates on the track are open please leave them open, if they are shut please shut them behind you-thank you!

It's not suitable for motorbikes, very old engines, very low vehicles or large, wide vehicles.  

There is a cosy log burner which we will provide a bag of wood & kindling for, however there are wall heaters as the main heat source which are thermostaically set. It was getting too expensive to provide both electricity & wood so you may purchase more wood if you wish to light the log burner too. This has to be kiln dried wood so please don't put anything else in it as it causes soot up the flue which can then lead to chimney fires.

The mountains can provide their own weather systems and it can change rapidly. Please bring warm outdoor clothing for indoors and outdoor use, layers are best and sturdy enclosed shoes that you are prepared to get wet and muddy. Fleece & base layer material is better than the shirt or sweatshirt material as it dries quicker & won't soak up the naturally moist mountain air within the barn. Wet weather gear is essential.

If its spring/summer midge protection is useful and suncream as when its hot and sunny its really powerful but the nights can still be cold. 

The winter is very cold even inside although the barn now has new wall heaters. Insulation is not an option with the barn being boulderstone as it can cause more problems to insulate it.

Thermal layers & a woolly hat are essential. It's part of the mountain life charm & survival! 🙂

Extra visitors or guests are not permitted to stay or visit, this is our home not a hostel.

We reserve the right to ask anyone to leave immediately if they are not behaving appropriately.  

Moderate dress code applies. Cropped tops, low tops, sheer material, beachwear, skirts or shorts above the knees or excessive skin showing is not permitted whilst here. Men please keep your tops on. This dress code is because it is both a distraction & attention seeking. It is more difficult to stay in a space of meditation, oneness & connection with such distractions. 

The toilets are not an instant turn around, they have to be processed safely for the environment. We prepare the correct amount of buckets for people so it's important that you use them to instructions so as not to require more. 

Arrivals after 2pm, departing by midday.

We highly recommend you arrive in daylight due to our location & track up to us. 

Any questions please ask prior to coming so you are fully aware of everything when you come.