Awel y Mor

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Criccieth and Coastal Path, Beaches & Cadwaller's Ice-Cream Parlour

• Located in the centre of Criccieth there is lots within walking distance, 2 lovely beaches, excellent shops and restaurants, bank, internet cafe, chemist, supermarket, post office, filing station and health centre - do sample the famous Cadwalladers ice cream a few doors away.
  

Dylan's Restaurant, Criccieth

• Dylan's is a chic contemporary restaurant (newly opened 2015) in Criccieth, adding glamour and style to this charming Welsh town and within walking distance of Awel y Mor. Book to avoid disappointment 01766 522733

Walk from Y Lon Goed & Lloyd George Museum

• The Coastal Path can be joined at Criccieth close to this beach side holiday cottage. This section goes inland through one of the areas prime features Y Lon Goed - an oak lined avenue much celebrated in Welsh poetry. Include in this walk a visit to the Lloyd George Museum at Llanystundwy and visit his grave romantically situated on the wooded river bank.

Boat Trips

• A short car ride will take you to one of the embarkation points for exhilarating boat trips that explore historic and beautiful coastal sites as well as the rich local wildlife. Pwllheli Marina is 8.5 miles, Caernarfon is 17 miles, Menai Bridge is 25 miles and Beaumaris is 29 miles.

Portmeirion Italianate Village

• Nearby is the famous Italian style village of Portmeirion designed by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis

Ffestiniog Narrow Gauge Railway & Welsh Highland Railway

• The Welsh Highland Railway cuts a swath through the Snowdonia National Park from Caernarfon to Beddgelert with the final leg joining the Ffestiniog Railway at Porthmadog harbour.

Hafod Eryri & Snowdon Train

• Hafod Eryri is the new Visitors Centre and cafe on the summit of Snowdon - take a leisurely train ride up to the summit for those who don t fancy the 8 mile climb for a cream tea!

Welsh Castles

• There are no fewer than four magnificent castles to visit within easy reach of Ael y Mor beachside holiday cottage - Beaumaris, Caernarfon, Criccieth and Harlech.

Shell Island & beach combing near Criccieth beachside holiday cottage

• Shell Island between Harlech and Barmouth is a wonderful beach combing area, particularly after severe storms when an abundance of shells are washed up onto the beach.

Moelwyn Restaurant & Shore Fishing at Llanbedrog

• Locally caught seafood is a speciality at this Criccieth restaurant with English and French cuisine.
• Shore Fishing at Llanbedrog yields bass, flounder, dog fish and bream caught on low tide.

Days away

• Make an excursion into the fabulous Snowdonia National Park. The dramatic coastal and mountain scenery is breath taking and there is so much to see and do. Multi award winning adventure activities include Zip World's longest Zip Wire in Europe, Bounce Below, Fforest Coaster and Treetop Adventures. Learn to surf inland at Surf Snowdonia's 'state of the art' Wave Garden or enjoy walking and cycling. Snowdon Mountain Railway is not to be missed. There is a fascinating industrial heritage, mighty castles, haunted houses, a medieval walled town and much more to discover.

Bodnant Gardens (NT)

• Bodnant world famous garden is noted for its botanical collections. There is also a shop selling gardening tools, accessories and plants.

This super holiday cottage beside Criccieth beach is warm and comfortable for families or groups of friends to enjoy year round holidays. Explore the beautiful Llyn Peninsula and Snowdonia National Park.

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If you would like more information on the local area, please call us on 01348 837871 to speak to one of our friendly team.