North of England
Scotland
Awel Y Llan is a lovely spacious, detached property in an idyllic coastal location that benefits from magnificent sea views due to its elevated position, and is only 400 yards walking from Harlech beach and 1.5km from Llandanwg beach. Found in the charming village of Llanfair, just outside the popular resort of Harlech and within the Snowdonia National Park, the cottage is in a fantastic location, perfect for families or groups of friends.
Its generously sized rooms mean that even at full capacity, you will have plenty of space to relax and find some privacy should you want it. Spend your down time all together in the roomy living diner, with spectacular views of the bay looking towards Shell Island and the Llyn Peninsula.
There is plenty of seating and a comforting fire and it's a great spot to relax with loved ones. The spacious kitchen, with rustic wooden units, provides you with everything that you will need throughout your stay.
On the ground floor you will find three of the five cosy bedrooms at Awel Y Llan, the master bedroom is delightfully decorated with a stunning en-suite shower room. From two of the bedrooms you continue to enjoy wonderful panoramic views over Cardigan Bay.
The first floor of the property presents you with two more peaceful bedrooms, a good size family shower room, and a large multi-purpose games/TV room. In a separate building, your very own spa suite holds a luxury hot tub and a sauna for you to sit and indulge in without a care in the world.
You can also take a moment to yourself by strolling through the surrounding garden. There is also a children's play area that is ideal for those younger guests who are keen to let off some steam!
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Awel Y Llan, with real driving times.
Sat nav: LL46 2YH
A World Heritage Site castle built by Edward I on a rocky knoll close to the Irish Sea.
Harlech Castle is a medieval fortification in Gwynedd, built onto a rocky knoll close to the Irish Sea. Edward I had it built during his invasion of Wales, and it is one of the castles UNESCO includes in its World Heritage listing for the finest late 13th and early 14th century military architecture in Europe.
Sat nav: LL55 2AU
A medieval fortress begun by Edward I, part of a World Heritage Site in north-west Wales.
Caernarfon Castle is a medieval fortress in Gwynedd, north-west Wales. Edward I began replacing an earlier motte-and-bailey castle with the current stone structure in 1283, and it was built on a grand scale as the administrative centre of north Wales.
Sat nav: LL25 0JD
A thirteenth-century Welsh prince's castle on a small knoll, with a restored keep and a ruined west tower.
Dolwyddelan Castle is a thirteenth-century castle in Conwy County Borough, probably begun by Llywelyn ab Iorwerth, ruler of the Kingdom of Gwynedd, to guard an east-west route through his lands. It stands on a small knoll, with a keep on the east side and a tower on the west, joined by walls to form a roughly circular enclosure.
Sat nav: LL55 4UB
A Welsh prince's round-towered fortress guarding the foot of the Llanberis Pass above Llyn Padarn.
Dolbadarn Castle (Castell Dolbadarn) was built by the Welsh prince Llywelyn the Great in the early 13th century. It stands at the foot of the Llanberis Pass, overlooking the lake of Llyn Padarn, and once controlled an important mountain pass. Today it is a grade I listed building, owned by Cadw and run as a tourist attraction.
Sat nav: LL24 0AL
A railway museum at Betws-y-Coed with a miniature steam railway and a rare electric tramway.
The Conwy Valley Railway Museum sits beside Betws-y-Coed railway station, on the site of the old goods yard. The museum building holds a collection of railway artefacts, and the attraction began with a former standard gauge railway carriage, which is a licensed buffet and restaurant car.
Sat nav: LL61 6DZ
A National Trust mansion and Grade I listed gardens on the Menai Strait, with red squirrels and views to Snowdonia.
Plas Newydd is a country house on the north bank of the Menai Strait, with views across the water to Snowdonia. The house has origins in 1470 and was long the seat of the Marquesses of Anglesey.
Tip: Dogs on short leads are welcome in the gardens, but not on the Terraces. Autumn is a busy season for the red squirrels, so stay quiet in the woods.
Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
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