Period holiday cottage Anglesey near Beaumaris sleeps 8, dog friendly.

About The Old Smithy

A Grade 2 listed period cottage, sympathetically converted from a traditional village smithy. Dogs welcome

A former blacksmith's cottage and converted smithy with over 200 years of documented history sleeps 8 (6 adults, 2 children). Containing original beams and large stone wood burning fireplaces.
The perfect hideaway holiday cottage, and fantastic base for exploring Anglesey. A sun trap in summer, warm and cosy in winter. Dogs welcome.
A country living kitchen is the heart of the home, its log burning stove, comfy sofa and flatscreen tv ensure the chef is never lonely. Complete with all mod cons, granite worktops and luxury Rangemaster cooker.
Three unique and generously sized bedrooms all very tastefully decorated throughout.
The main living room with large comfy sofas is over 600 sq.ft with double height ceilings, exposing traditional beams, original stone features and a vast inglenook fireplace, yet it is warm and cosy for snug evenings in.
A quiet, mature and sheltered garden benefits from all day sun.
Located in the tiny hamlet of Llanfaes with its picturesque village church, half a mile from the main coast road, and only 1 mile from the ancient town of Beaumaris with its fascinating moated castle and bustling waterfront. Beaumaris has all the local amenities you should need on your holiday - banks, post office, supermarkets, fuel, shops, chemist, library and doctors surgery.
Property now benefits from Fibreoptic broadband - great news for wifi users on holiday!

Property Layout

3 Bedrooms sleeping a maximum of 6 adults and 2 children. 2 Doubles on 1st floor, the master via a spiral staircase has ensuite bathroom with roll top bath plus *folding bed. 2nd accessed via a steep staircase, has a wash basin and a sofa/sofa bed. 1 Double/Twin (zip & link bed) on ground floor with ensuite. **Please advise at time of booking bed configuration for ground floor bedroom **. All are tastefully decorated.

Hairdryers in each room

Bathroom suite with electric shower over large 'p' shaped bath, on ground floor.

Dining/Kitchen very distinctive room with beamed ceilings, large stone fireplace with multi fuel stove and discreet wall mounted television. With oak 'shaker' units, granite worktops and double Rangemaster cooker.

Utility Room with fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, microwave.

Lounge warm attractive room with high ceilings, exposed beams and an extensive stone fireplace featuring a coal and wood burning stove. Wrought iron spiral staircase leading to a gallery and adjoining master suite. Attractive and comfy sofas and armchairs offer ample seating, Free view TV with built in DVD player with separate Free sat box for on demand 'Catch Up' TV. Hifi with i pod/i phone dock or Bluetooth receiver. Selection of games & books.

Sun Room/Conservatory with 3 piece suite and coffee table opening onto patio area.

Grounds delightful sheltered garden, benefiting from all day sun. Patio area, large gas barbecue, gazebo and garden furniture.

Please also see the owners web site - http://www.thesmithybeaumaris.co.uk/

Additional Information

Short breaks - Winter

WiFi - Yes NOW WITH FIBRE OPTIC (phone for incoming calls only)

Changeover - Friday

Towels - No

Parking - Yes

Fuel - Oil central heating all inclusive May to September, £40 p/w outside these dates

Dogs - 2 welcome free

Travel cot - Yes

Highchair - Yes

Access Information

Is there parking for at least one car within the cottage grounds? Yes

Is there a gate to open? Yes

If no parking within the grounds is there parking within 100m? Yes

Does this parking have reserved disabled spaces (min width 3.6m)? Yes

Are there paths? Yes

Are paths level and firm? Yes

Type of suface Gravel

Are there dropped kerbs or changes in level? Yes

Are paths at least 1.2m wide? Yes

About The Area

Anglesey - North Wales Beaumaris castle

A world heritage site. The last of Edward 1 'iron ring' built to dominate the Welsh. Begun in 1295, formidable defences of this unfinished castle survive to this day. A fascinating excursion for 8 guests staying at this Anglesey holiday cottage.

Llanddona Beach

Set against a lush green backdrop this Blue Flag beach is a bit of an adventure to get to but its natural, long and spacious haven is ideal for family fun, a dip in the sea, windsurfing, kite-surfing and quality sea-fishing.

Benllech, Traeth Bychan, Red Wharf Bay & Lligwy beaches

Beaches at Benllech, Traeth Bychan, Red Wharf Bay and Lligwy are all within easy reach. Most beaches welcome dogs all year round but some in restricted areas only during summer months. Please see beach signs.
The Lleyn Peninsula via the Brunel Bridge which spans Menai Strait is within comfortable driving distance of this period Anglesy holiday cottage.

Llanddona Riding Stables

Gallop the wild and beautiful beaches of Llanddona from a local riding stables or walk the hills of Snowdonia, half an hour's drive away.

Steam Train Rides

A journey on board one of the many narrow gauge steam trains of Wales is certainly the best way to enjoy the magnificent landscape of the country. See the sights from the comfort of a carriage on the Ffestiniog Railway Company, climbing more than 700 feet from the sea to the peaks of Snowdon. Glimpse the 13th century Dolbadarn Castle, twin lakes, the village of Llanberis and the historic Pandarn Country Park on the Llanberis Lake Railway, rescued from local quarries.

Halen Mon Sea Salt Company

Do visit Halen Mon Sea Salt makers. The small family run busines has grown and developed so that its delicious products are now sort after world wide. In the UK they supply Marks & Spencers, Waitrose and Harvey Nicholls.
An ideal location from where to visit and enjoy this special area of North Wales whilst staying at this period cottage tastefully converted from a traditional Smithy near Beaumaris.

Starider Boat trips

Watch the seals and puffins from Starider cruise boat which leaves fropm Beaumaris Pier or immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of ancient and Celtic history that pervades this peaceful island. All close to this character North Wales holiday cottage near Beaumaris - Anglesey Accommodation

Menai Heritage Experience, Menai

Learn about the amazing historical feats of engineering; Britannia Bridge designed by George Stephenson completed in 1850, built to carry the railway and the Mennai Suspension Bridge built by Thomas Telford completed in 1826 to improve links between Wales and Ireland.

Days away
Sherpa Bus Service

Take a Sherpa bus from Bangor on a scenic tour through Snowdonia. Buy your ticket and hop on and off as often as you like.

Greenwood Forest Park, Y Felinheli

An eco adventure for the whole family. Use your own energy to have fun. Moon Carts, Bouncing Pillow, Treetop Scramble and much more.

Enjoy year round holidays in this characterful period holiday cottage near the elegant waterside town of Beaumaris on the Isle of Anglesey. Visit the owner's own website -thesmithybeaumaris.co.uk

Why you love The Old Smithy

Having stayed here some 24 years ago, or so, I was so pleased to come back. I remembered having such a great time as a child so wanted to bring my own child back and hope that it made as much impression on her as it did on me as a child. We only managed to track down the cottage in an old brochure when clearing out my father's house, sadly he couldn't be here to revisit the house. It is fantastic. The house is so stunning and I wish we could stay but our farm is calling. We will however be back, hopefully with less rain!

Ian, Georgina & Willow Oldham, Hampshire

Thank-you for a wonderful week. The cottage was absolutely beautiful and very well equipped. Many fond memories have been created here for us all to look back on. We've really enjoyed cooking and eating together, playing games and haveing BBQ's in the gorgeous gardeen, going for walks and collecting shells and sitting by the fire at night. A perfect base for exploring Anglesey. Hope to return one day.

Guests

This is our third visit. Cottage and fires superb.Weather mixed. Thanks to Stuart for his attention to detail. Tredki, Dylan's, The Midland, Pantoy Arms and the Pier House worth a visit.

Beautiful cottage, superb location and best weather we have had in Wales. We will definitely come again!!!

Fantastic week at The Smithy. Great walks, great pubs, great being here. The cottage is wonderful, the log fire is made for cosy evenings, the whole property is lovely and complete with a superb history. Will be back soon, Alfie the dog settled in straight away and he says woof woof, thank you for letting dogs stay.

Lynne & John byers

Well where do we start? The communications with Betty from the start, during and at the end of our stay was amazing (she is an absolute star). The cottage was our first ever Christmas away from home and what a fantastic place to spend it. It is the most beautiful cottage we could have wished for, the setting, the local people and Jon next door. The children were allowed to ring the church bells on Christmas Eve communion. This cottage has everything we need and more, the Christmas tree was fantastic (I was a little worried before arriving that it might not be festive enough for my 2 young children). It was perfect. We have had one of the best Christmases ever and will definitely be returning. Thank you for your card and wine, we hope to be back soon. Thank you so much for letting us spend such a special time in your lovely home.

Sarah, David, Caitlin Preston Lindley, Izzy the cat, Buster the dog, Manchester

Fantastic time at the cottage and we were so luck with the weather. Comfortable and well equipped and a great base to explore the island. Had lovely meals at The Ship Inn at Red Wharf Bay, The White Eagle, Bishopsgate Hotel and Bulkeley Hotel in Beaumaris. Golf Course next door is a bonus! Great walks at Newborough forest, Breakwater Country Park and South Stack lighthouseâ€¦. Hope to return.

Steve, Lesley, Jean, Ray, Ewan and Bracken

Having stayed before, we were really happy to be back 'home' at the Smithy. We have become very fond of it here. The weather was good to us this time, which made a pleasant change. Again, we had another amazing meal at the Lobster Pot in Church bay - highly recommended! Food at the Antelope on the bridge was good for the price too. And the Gazelle did great steak with amazing views of the Menai Strait. We look forward to visiting again soon. Thank you for making our holiday special.

Caroline, Colin & Bella Walker, Poole Dorset

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