Awel Y Mor

About this property

Resting in the centre of Criccieth, Gwynedd is where you'll find this wonderful end-terrace cottage, Awel Y Mor. With fantastic amenities, sandy beaches and traditional Welsh villages on your doorstep, the cottage is an ideal retreat for a family or group of six. On-street parking is available in front of the property to unpack and step inside to find a number of charming surprises. Be welcomed by the social heart of the house, a spacious living/dining room with beautiful rustic features including an exposed stone wall and lovely wooden furnishings, complete with a woodburning stove for colder evenings, dining for six, two sumptuous sofas and a smart TV with Netflix. The cottage is well equipped for a self catering for up to 6 people, with a galley kitchen with a 4 ring gas hob, separate electric oven and grill, microwave, toaster, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine; cook up a hearty breakfast before exploring the Llŷn Peninsula and finish the day with your family's favourite home-cooked meal. Younger guests or those seeking a quieter escape will find a that there is a charming rear snug sitting room at the back of the house with a further exposed stone wall and a Freeview TV with large windows overlooking the bay and the castle. Catch your rest ready for the day's adventures in one of three bedrooms at Awel Y Mor, including a king-size, a twin and a bunkbed. Energise the day with a hot shower in the convenient ground-floor wet room or sink into a bubble bath in the spacious family bathroom with access to the first-floor terrace, before wrapping yourself in a warm towel fresh off the heated towel rail. Awel Y Mor's outdoor space makes it a wonderful summer base; dine alfresco on the patio with a barbecue and benches for seating, as well as space for storing bikes, surf boards and muddy boots, or take the spiral staircase up to the first-floor terrace, a lovely spot to soak up the views. Admire the sparkling sea, bustling bay and village, as well as Criccieth's romantic hilltop Castle, whilst you gather around the outdoor seating or recline on the sun loungers with a good book. You'll be situated in the centre of Criccieth for a plethora of amenities and attractions; dine in a traditional Welsh pub, grab takeaway fish and chips before heading to the sandy beaches, or climb the hill to get a closer look at the spectacular Criccieth Castle. If you want to explore more of this fantastic region of Wales, journey east for Porthmadog, a popular coastal town with three scenic railway routes taking guests to Caernarfon and Blaenau Ffestiniog, whilst The Cob is a much-loved landmark well-worth a walk for beautiful sea views. Be sure to add the neighbouring Portmeirion to your to-do list, a picturesque, Italian-style village designed and built by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis, with quirky architecture, woodland walks and charming shops and eateries on offer. A variety of coastal paths enjoying breath-taking views and wildlife are within reach along the Llŷn Peninsula, as well as watersports and plenty of historic sites; drive to the vibrant village of Abersoch where sandy beaches, perfect waves for surfing and seafront cafés await for a perfect day along the Welsh coast. Choose Awel Y Mor to experience the best of North Wales.

Criccieth is a charming beach village, home to a 13th-century castle providing spectacular views of Tremadog Bay and the Snowdonia mountains. The two beaches will satisfy watersports enthusiasts, while the nearby Snowdonia National Park will provide plenty of options for walkers and cyclists. Enjoy a stroll along the beaches or unwind in one of the many pubs, restaurants and tea rooms while sampling the famous Cadwalader's ice cream.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin, 1 x bunk bed.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Ground-floor wet room with shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Living/dining room with woodburning stove.

Snug

Gas central heating, electric storage heaters with woodburning stove.

Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.

2 x TVs with Freeview, WiFi, 1 of the 2 TV's has Netflix.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen included in rent.

On-street parking.

Rear patio with furniture and barbecue.

First-floor terrace with furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop, pub and beach 0.2 miles.

Note: This property does not have a garden.

Note: The front door opens directly onto the street, children and toddlers should be supervised.

Note: Spiral staircase can be slippery when wet, please take care.

Note: Towels are not provided, please ensure to bring your own.

Tea towels, oven gloves and hand towels are provided.