Ideal for a rural retreat holiday, Llandecwyn is a rural hamlet with quiet country lanes, woodlands and fields. Situated by the estuary of the picturesque Afon Dwyryd, a river in Gwynedd in north Wales that flows into the sea at Tremadog Bay, Llandecwyn is in a lovely serene and tranquil part of Wales set within Snowdonia National Park.
About Cottage Breaks in Llandecwyn
A cottage holiday in this area of Wales will best suit those with a love for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking and wildlife watching. Snowdonia National Park is of course home to the tallest mountain in Wales, Mount Snowdon and is a Mecca for hikers and mountaineers. Snowdonia National Park is perfect for picnics, long walks, hikes and taking photos of nature. Snowdon itself is only about a half hour’s drive from Llandecwyn, so if you plan to trek to the summit of this soaring mountain, you can do so easily if holidaying in the village.
Llandecwyn is home to plenty of stunning holiday cottages which are available to rent on a self-catering basis. Some cottages have fantastic views over the gorgeous estuary and surrounding countryside and are ideal for those wishing to have a quiet break with loved ones. For a real taste of rural life why not consider a farm-stay holiday where you can enjoy staying on a farm? Children often adore this kind of holiday where they get the chance to meet other residents such as sheep, horses and chickens.
Llandecwyn itself has a couple of shops so that you can stock up on goods whilst staying in this wonderful area and also in the village is Llandecwyn Church which is a beautiful building set on a hillside which overlooks the rest of the settlement.
The village sits by the estuary of Afon Dwyryd and this beautiful river is lovely for taking walks by or stopping for an afternoon picnic in the sun. There are also a couple of stunning lakes nearby which are fantastic for those who like painting and photography due to the subdued colours and great atmosphere that lingers by these lakes.
Llandecwyn is a small village but it certainly has a lot of charm. Whether you are exploring the woodlands of Snowdonia or taking in the spectacular views of the estuary that the village sits on, nature lovers will adore this part of Gwynedd and will love the peace that comes with being in an area like this. With quiet cafes and friendly locals greeting you and welcoming you into their wonderful community, Llandecwyn and the surrounding parts of this area of north Wales is perfect for experiencing a genuine Welsh country cottage holiday set in some of the most spectacular scenery that you are likely to ever see.
Book a Llandecwyn cottage and look forward to discovering some of the best of Gwynedd on holiday.
