Afallon, Menai Bridge

Snowdonia. Sleeps up to 10

Boasting panoramic views across the Menai Strait and towards the Snowdonia National Park is Afallon, a stunning period property set amidst a peaceful woodland setting, yet within striking distance of the bustling towns of Menai Bridge and Beaumaris. With four bedrooms, a stylish interior design and its superb location on the Isle of Anglesey, this detached property promises to be an exceptional self-catering experience for families or groups of friends. Soak up the views from its elevated position before entering into the house and finding the spacious entrance hall, leading you into the sitting room. Light up the fire to set a cosy ambiance as you curl up on the leather sofas to tune into the TV or perch at the bay window, affording a constant connection with the picturesque views of the waters, where on a clear day, Penrhyn Castle can be seen. Return back to the hallway to find a well-equipped games room, certain to keep younger guests of the group entertained, whilst the sleek kitchen is certain to entice the chef of the group. Modern painted cabinets are topped by solid worksurfaces, providing plenty of preparation space and houses a range of quality appliances for cooking up a storm each evening. A handy boot room lies adjacent for useful storage and is equipped with a luxury wine fridge. The dining room boasts an expandable table to sit up to 12 people, to enjoy an evening in front of another open fire and idyllic views through sliding doors. Open up those doors to reveal the conservatory, where a morning cup of tea, watching the breath-taking sunrise or a moment’s peace and quiet can be enjoyed, with the striking views to keep you company. Here, you can step outside Afallon and enjoy a terrace with a seating area and a hot tub where a glass of wine can be enjoyed whilst in awe of the view in front of you. Steps take you down to a secret garden with numerous entwined pathways leading to further patio areas showcasing different, stunning viewpoints. Returning inside, through to the hallway, you can take the staircase up to find four bedrooms, comprising of two double bedroom, where coastal views continue to captivate, a twin bedroom and a double bunk bedroom, each one boasting a refreshing colour palette, quality linens draped across sumptuous beds and plenty of storage space to keep your things. The pebble beach is just 200m away, where the children can spend endless hours collecting shells and discovering caves or in the warmer months the family can enjoy paddle boarding, swimming or bathing. For the evenings where you do not feel like cooking, stroll just 200m to the nearby Gazelle Hotel or the luxurious Hotel Chateau Rhianfa, where you can enjoy an evening meal whilst overlooking the beautiful Menai Strait. Or take a 15-minute walk to the town centre of Menai Bridge, where you will find a larger selection of places to eat and drink with something to suit all palettes and pockets, as well as a plethora of shops to browse. Take a moment to brush up on the local history at the Menai Bridge Heritage Museum before hopping on board a boat to discover Church Island, home to the well-known Saint Tysilio. Or if you’re feeling adventurous, pop into the famous Menai outdoor activity centre and learn to windsurf or sail or enjoy a family day out kayaking, mountain biking or an exhilarating rib ride. Continue just 2 miles from Afallon along the coastline to find the beautiful quaint town of Beaumaris, home to more amenities, a 13th century castle, a Victorian prison and opportunities to enjoy boat trips out to Puffin Island. Nearby, is Plas Cadnant Hidden Gardens, as is Pili Palas Nature World, home to meerkat, bug and butterfly enclosures, both promising to be wonderful days out for the whole family. On the isle, beaches are in abundance and a local favourite being the stunning Newborough Beach, where you can laze on the glorious sands to admire the views of the Eryri (Snowdonia) mountain range, stroll through the woods with your canine companion or venture to Ynys Llanddwyn, a magical place with historical buildings awaiting to be explored. Just a short distance across the Menai Bridge is the Eryri (Snowdonia) National Park, home to a plethora of walking and cycling paths, as well as many other outdoor pursuits for the thrill seekers amongst us. A wonderful getaway awaits you at Afallon.