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Historic Wales

North Wales' Historical Monuments

Cottages near places of historic interest

Menai Holidays have a number of cottages that are ideally located to explore some of the beautiful historic sites of North Wales. Whether it's castle or museum you are interested in, our cottages provide the perfect base for this type of holiday.

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Bron Y Foel Bach Porthmadog Lleyn Peninsula

  • Rating 4 Star ****
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Pets Yes
  • Changeover Sat

Standing in a most stunning location on a craggy hillside tucked away down a track half a mile from the main Porthmadog to Criccieth road. Surrounded by stone walled fields the views of sea, hills and countryside are quite breathtaking.

Brynkir Tower Garndolbenmaen Lleyn Peninsula

  • Rating 3 Star ***
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Pets Yes
  • Changeover Fri

Romance, elegance and tranquillity emanate from this stunning Gothic Folly. The internal stone spiral staircase leads you to each of the six rooms. This is truly a fantastic property in a fantastic location.

Buck Cottage Pentraeth Anglesey

  • Rating 3 Star ***
  • Sleeps 5
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Pets Ask
  • Changeover Sat

This is a real treasure - a lovingly restored old stone cottage about a mile's pleasant walk to the shore at Red Wharf Bay.

Capel Ogwen Penrhyn, Bangor Snowdonia

  • Rating 4 Star ****
  • Sleeps 12
  • Bedrooms 6
  • Pets Ask
  • Changeover Sat

Capel Ogwen lies on an unspoilt, sparsely populated stretch of coastline and is approached through a vast lodged gateway and down a mile of private drive. A former head gamekeeper's home, it is a house of space and character, extended so that large groups can enjoy themselves together or be solitary as they wish. Ideal for house parties and family reunions, it is available for short breaks and long weekends out of high season. Excellent Sea Trout and Salmon fishing on the River Ogwen can be arranged with the Penrhyn Estate Office.

Capel Y Waun Penisarwaun, Caernarfon Snowdonia

  • Rating 4 Star ****
  • Sleeps 7
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Pets Yes
  • Changeover Sat

This former chapel has new owners who have completely refurbished this wonderful property which looks out onto Snowdon. They have gone to great lengths to retain its quirky charm, mixing the old with the contemporary to create a cosy, fun, bright holiday house.

Cefn Isaf Porthmadog Lleyn Peninsula

  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 4
  • Pets Ask
  • Changeover Sat

Cefn Isaf has beautifully converted by the owner and her architect husband. No expense has been spared in retaining the integrity and original structure of this lovely building which the owners have combined with all the comforts and luxuries of the 21st century.

Ffynnon Wen Dinorwig Snowdonia

  • Rating 5 Star *****
  • Sleeps 8
  • Bedrooms 5
  • Pets Ask
  • Changeover Fri

This former chapel is just an amazing property, wonderful views to Snowdon and across the water to Anglesey. A warm, cosy, bright house carefully furnished to a high standard. A really fab house; wonderful windows, slate floors, small gallery snug, large sitting room, modern kitchen - you just have to stay here.

Hen House Valley Anglesey

  • Rating 5 Star *****
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1
  • Pets Ask
  • Changeover Sat

What a delightful cottage carefully and lovingly restored to the most sumptuous comfy holiday cottage using traditional material. Every thing that you could possibly want is here!

Morfin Criccieth Lleyn Peninsula

  • Rating 4 Star ****
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Pets Yes
  • Changeover Fri

This Victorian terraced house is a delight, you will feel all the strains of modern day life disappear as you walk in to this calm house with lovely views across the bay. You can walk to attractions shops restaurants, shops and the castle!

Pantlleni Nant Gwynant, Beddgelert Snowdonia

  • Rating 4 Star ****
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Pets Ask
  • Changeover Sat

This picturesque stone cottage in the heart of Snowdonia has stunning views of lake and mountain. Facing down the valley it looks across lovely Lake Gwynant, fringed with trees, to the mountains which rise from its shores. It is a view which can be enjoyed from the fireside in the cottage or from the sunny terrace of the garden provided with barbecue and picnic table. There is private access to the lake's shore, ideal for family picnics or for the fisherman to try his luck, and children can play in surrounding fields away from the road.

Point Lynas Lighthouse East Keeper's Cottage Llaneilian Anglesey

  • Rating 4 Star ****
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Pets Ask
  • Changeover Sat

This former lighthouse keeper's cottage is simply fantastic, beautifully presented and in an outstanding, breathtaking location with ocean views. Together with its neighbouring cottage, West Keeper's Cottage, the properties can accommodate a party of 12 people.

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Point Lynas Lighthouse West Keeper's Cottage Llaneilian Anglesey

  • Rating 4 Star ****
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Pets Ask
  • Changeover Sat

A unique opportunity to stay in a Lighthouse Keepers cottage in a working Lighthouse. A lovingly restored Victorian cottage which has been renovated to incorporate a mix of traditional and modern features giving a contemporary atmosphere with all the creature comforts.

Ty Beti Valley Anglesey

  • Rating 4 Star ****
  • Sleeps 2
  • Bedrooms 1
  • Pets No
  • Changeover Sat

Ty Beti sits proudly at the end of this beautiful Welsh longhouse with The Hen House (sleeping two) at the other end, in the middle you have fabulous house with a small bistro so you can pop out for dinner or have it delivered!!

Tyddyn Ddeugoed Llanrug Snowdonia

  • Rating 4 Star ****
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Pets Ask
  • Changeover Sat

A fabulous cottage in a glorious location with views across to Anglesey and of countryside and mountains. Every little detail has been thought of to make your stay a complete joy.