Ty Hen Farmhouse, Pwllheli

Gwynedd. Sleeps up to 11

Porth Iago, Whistling Sands, Llyn Peninsula and the Coastal PathPorth Iago, a tiny rocky inlet and Whistling Sands (Yes! The sand does whistle) are just 15 minutes walk away. Close to the tip of the Llyn Peninsula and the Coastal PathAberdaronThe coastal village of Aberdaron 3 miles away was the waiting point for pilgrims on route to Bardsey Island. It remains a place of welcome with a good choice of places to eat including Y Gegin Fawr that once served as a community kitchen for the pilgrims. It is now a cosy cafe with a sunny terrace for al fresco dining. The village shop stocks general stores, newspapers and alcohol. Aberaron BeachFamilies and walkers are sure to love the mile long sandy beach, part of the Llyn Heritage Coast and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. There are plenty of opportunities for kayaking, sailing, surfing and wind surfing. Pwllheli Pwllheli 15 miles away has a good range of local amenities including interesting independent shops, a supermarket and 2 markets, one on Wednesdays and the other on Sundays (May to Sept). Plas Heli, PwllheliThe thriving sailing and events centre, Plas Heli, is open to the public with restaurant, bars and sunny terraces overlooking Tremadog Bay towards Snowdonia. Aberdaron to Mynydd Fawr, National TrustThis beautiful stretch of land is very special for its birds, plants, diverse land forms and wild seashores. It is steeped in history linked with Bardsey the legendary isle of 20,000 saints- wonderful for walkers, bird watchers, photographers and botanists. Llyn PeninsulaAberdaron, at the waters edge, is a pretty white washed, remote village - the last resting place of medieval pilgrims before their hazardous journey to Bardsey Island. Today it has two newly refurbished hotels, a café and tea room and excellent shops selling local meat, fresh bread and groceries. Boat Trips to BardseyThe Bardsey Island Ferry departs from Porth Meudwy close to Aberdaron LL53 8DA. Visitors can enjoy a wealth of wildlife en route and on the island including myriad seabirds, porpoises and look out for the shy grey seals that follow the boats! Read more about Bardsey Island. Family FunThere are plenty of activities to keep youngsters and the young at heart happy. Try quad biking, go-karting, kayaking, boat trips, petting farm animals and more. Read more about family attractions on the Llyn Peninsula. Shore Fishing at LlanbedrogBass, flounder, dogfish and bream can be caught on low tide so don't forget your fishing gear and favourite seafood recipes for a fishy feast at your Whistling Sands holiday farmhouse. Twnti Seafood RestaurantTwnti Seafood Restaurant in Rhyd y Clafdy is an 18 year old business specialising in fish, local crab and lobsters. Caernarfon Castle and Hafan Blue Flag Beach, PwllheliArchitecturally one of the most impressive castles in Wales. Built to echo the walls of Constantinople its great strength remains to this day. Open to the public daily, do visit you will not be disappointed. Hafan Blue Flag Beach is a lovely small sandy cove with breathtaking backdrop of Snowdonia. Circular Walk Abersoch near Whistling Sands Keen walkers will enjoy this moderately challenging walk of five and a half miles which takes about 3 hours. From the town walk onto the beach and continue south for 1 mile, leave the beach via the slipway and follow the coast path as far as Porth Ceiriad. Head inland on marked paths, do not fork left but continue along the lane to Sarn Bach. Walk on through the fields to the Abersoch Llanengan road. Turn right and back to Abersoch. Wonderful coastal views and rural patchwork. Ffestiniog and Welsh Highlands Railways, PorthmadogTake a narrow gauge Festiniog train journey clinging to the mountain and tunnelling through it rising 700 feet above sea level through wonderful scenery to the fascinating slate village of Blaenau Ffestiniog. The newly opened Welsh Highlands heritage train journeys through the breathtakingly beautiful Snowdonia countryside stopping on route for you to visit the engine sheds and climb aboard the engines. Days away... Explore the magnificent Snowdonia National Park for stunning scenery, a magnificent coast, mighty mountains, steam train rides, historic houses, magical castles, industrial heritage and epic adventures. Experience Zip World's Zip Wire, Bounce Below, Fforest Coaster, Treetop Adventures and Surf Snowdonia's state of the art Wave Garden. Make this charming and comfortable farmhouse on the naturally beautiful Llyn Peninsula a holiday base for exploring North Wales highlights.