Hendre Uchaf

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Aberdaron

• The ancient coastal settlement of Aberdaron was once the last stop for pilgrims on route to Bardsey, the 'Isle of 20,000 saints'. Its lovely stretch of golden sands now attracts holiday makers from far and wide. The village has a good selection of places to eat, award winning ice-cream, a few shops and the National Trust innovative visitor centre Porth y Swnt.

Y Gegin Fawr, Aberdaron

• Pretty whitewashed Y Gegin Fawr in the heart of the village was the communal kitchen used by weary travellers on route to Bardsey. It still provides refreshments today but now in the form of full and hearty Welsh breakfasts, coffee, freshly baked cakes, light lunches and afternoon teas.

Porth y Swnt, Aberdaron

• The National Trust's innovative visitor centre, Porth y Swnt, in Aberdaron explores the history and culture of the Llyn Peninsula through, audios, videos, artwork, sculpture and hosts a programme of family friendly events throughout the year.

Abersoch

• Abersoch once a fishing village is now an important water sports centre.The village is a popular coastal resort on the south coast of the Llyn Peninsula and host to the annual Wakestock festival an event for wake boarders & sailors.

Plas yn Rhiw Georgian Manor (NT)

• Plas yn Rhiw (NT) nearby is a 16th century manor with gardens containing many interesting flowering trees and shrubs.

Pwllheli ancient market town & modern marina

• The ancient market town of Pwllheli 18 miles away has a good range of local amenities including interesting independent shops, supermarket, bank, post office, internet cafe, chemist, doctor, filling station and two markets held on Wednesdays and Sundays (May - Sept).

Llyn Peninsua an 'Area of Outstanding Beauty'

• Hendre Uchaf coastal holiday farmhouse on the Llyn Peninsula is in an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' and the recently opened coastal path is a wonderful way to discover hidden beaches and coves. Bardsey Island can be viewed from heather covered hilltops and the steep rocky cliffs are home to choughs, razorbills, guillemots and a wide variety of gulls.
• Inland the countryside becomes gentler and wooded with tiny lanes to explore and pretty villages to enjoy all close to this Llyn Peninsula holiday home.

Bardsey Island Seasonal Boat Trips

• The remains of St Mary's Abbey on Bardsey Island are well worth a look while walking the island. Boats to Bardsey from Aberdaron operate seasonally. Contact Bardsey Island Trust 01758 760667.

Shearwater Cruises & Enlli Sea Safaris

• Shearwater Luxury Cruises and Enlli Sea Safaris leave from Pwllheli Marina to explore the beautiful waters along the Llyn Peninsula. Remember your camera and binoculars.

Bob Valentines Shooting School

• Enjoy some traditional country sports at Bob Valentine's Shooting School at Wern Newydd.

Twnti Seafood Restaurant, Rhyd y Clafdy & Crug Farm Walled Gardens, Griffiths Crossing

• An established business specialising in fresh locally caught seafood including crab and lobsters.
• Crug Farm 18th C Walled Gardens at Griffiths Crossing are in the grounds of a country house and there is a nursery for rare plant species.

Shore Fishing on Whistling Sands near Aberdaron holiday farmhouse Llyn Peninsula

• Keen fisherfolk might enjoy shore fishing on low or high tides for bass, codling, plaice, ray, gurnard, wrasse, conger and dab at Porth Oer (Whistling Sands)

Llyn Golf Centre Driving Range, Penrhos

• Brush up on your golfing skills. Llyn Golf Centre has a practice swing area, chipping green and bunker, 15 bay floodlit driving range and all weather driving mats.

Archery Glasfryn Parc & Shore Fishing at Llanbedrog

• The ancient sport of archery is growing in popularity. Have a go with experts to help you.
• Shore fishing at low tide in Llanbedrog yields bass, flounder, dog fish and bream. Remember to pack your favourite seafood recipes.

Ffestiniog and Welsh Highlands Railways

• Located at either end of Porthmadog town choose a scenic route through the Snowdonia countryside or a mountain trip to Blaenau Ffestiniog where you can visit the fascinating Lechwedd Slate Caverns. The newest Welsh Highland route travels through spectacular scenery from Caernarfon climbing 650' across the flanks of Snowdon before zigzagging dramatically to Beddgelert village and the Aberglaslyn Pass and onto Porthmadog.

Days away..

• Enjoy one or two days visiting the magical Snowdonia National Park. Enjoy breathtaking scenery, steam train rides, exploring castles, industrial heritage and exciting adventure activities including Zip World's Zip Wire, Bounce Below, Fforest Coaster and Treetop Adventures and so much more.
  

Enjoy year round breaks in this characterful farmhouse on the Llyn Peninsula coast.