Self-catering
accommodation and country cottages for bird watchers in North Wales
South
Stack - lighthouse and RSPB Reserve with Visitor Centre on Holy
Island, far west of Anglesey, Gwynned. Large seabird
population on the cliffs, mainly of guillemots, puffins, razorbills,
fulmars and kittewakes. A good number of breeding choughs,
terns, peregrine, raven, stonechat and rock pippit may also be seen.
Best time to visit is late spring to summer.
Cemlyn
Bay - north Anglesey, to view an established breeding tern colony
of Arctic, Cornmon and Sandwich terns in the lagoons. You should
also be able to see red-breasted mergansers and various waders.
Penmon
Point and Puffin Island - east Anglesey, to view black
guillemots, choughs, peregrine and lesser whitethroat.
Bardsey
Island - and bird observatory at the southwest tip of Lleyn
Peninsula, Gwynned. Watch migrant birds such as warblers,
thrushes and starlings in spring and autumn. Manx shearwaters nest on
the higher reaches of this hilly island.
Porthmadog
- Visit in winter to watch hunting merlins and flocks of whooper
swans. You will also be able to spot wigeons, curlews, and
occasionally a grebe.
The
self-catering cottages in North Wales
| Llawdref Farmhouse
Sleeps 2-6 in Abersoch, Gwynedd (Snowdonia 25 miles) |
Llawrdref is a working farm situated on the Llyn Peninsula with its heritage coastline. This part of the peninsula is within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is an ideal holiday destination for anyone seeking the peace and tranquillity of the countryside with plenty of opportunities and good locations for bird watching. It is four miles from the famous Abersoch sailing and wind surfing centre, one and a half miles from Porth Neigwl beach (Hell’s Mouth), two miles from the picturesque village of Llangian with shop, post office, telephone kiosk and sixth century church.
The accommodation comprises a self-contained unit within the farmhouse of 3 bedrooms (two with double beds and one with 2 single beds), all with washbasins. Linen is supplied, also cot if required. Small extra charge for optional supply of towels. Bathroom with bath and shower over. There is a safety gate at the top of the stairs. Downstairs is an open-plan sitting room and dining room with a colour TV, video. The adjoining kitchen is equipped with all essentials including fridge-freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and electric cooker. Fitted carpets throughout. Sorry, pets are not permitted.
A car is essential and there is ample car parking space. The enclosed garden has a lawned area, picnic table and safe-play area for children. A warm welcome awaits you in this comfortable and well-maintained farmhouse. Open from May to September only. Short breaks of a minimum of 2 days generally in low season only, but do ask in case of cancellations at other times. Additional payment for electricity which is metered. All heating is electric plus there is an open fire for cooler evenings.
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Telephone Annie Owen on 01758 712 570
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| Gwynfryn
5 star cottages in north Wales - award winning cottages |
Luxury 4 and 5 star cottages on a small friendly family
run cottage complex near Pwllheli, north Wales. Winners
of WTB best self-catering 2006.
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| heated
indoor swimming pool |
Attractive
decor |
Excellent on-site facilities including indoor pool, jacuzzi,
sauna, Games room, children's play area with swings, climbing
frame, slide, trampoline. There is a menagerie of pigs,
goats, pet lambs, cats, dog, hens and dairy cows for the
children to enjoy. Fairly close to beaches (2 miles) and
golf. Please click on photograph for details.
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