Waterfront Beach House Guidebook
Food scene
Located on Criccieth Beach, in a glass fronted art deco building, Dylan’s is a village staple. The menu ranges from a house speciality of oysters to pizza, burgers, mussels and many more fish dishes than you can shake a stick at. They also offer a takeaway menu for collection!
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Dylan's Criccieth
Located on Criccieth Beach, in a glass fronted art deco building, Dylan’s is a village staple. The menu ranges from a house speciality of oysters to pizza, burgers, mussels and many more fish dishes than you can shake a stick at. They also offer a takeaway menu for collection!
A hidden gem, set within the Harbour of Pwllheli, bringing a passion for food and drink inspired by different cultures around the world (especially Mexico), all the way back to North Wales. Pontoon transports you to warmer climates, their food and cocktail menu changes almost every week, keeping their menu fresh and tasty! Book well in advance to guarantee a table here as they only open Thursday-Sunday.
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PONTOON Pwllheli
1 MarinalandA hidden gem, set within the Harbour of Pwllheli, bringing a passion for food and drink inspired by different cultures around the world (especially Mexico), all the way back to North Wales. Pontoon transports you to warmer climates, their food and cocktail menu changes almost every week, keeping their menu fresh and tasty! Book well in advance to guarantee a table here as they only open Thursday-Sunday.
Zinc’s spectacular glass terrace overloooking Abersoch Harbour serves as the perfect place to enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner or drinks.
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Zinc Cafe Bar & Grill
Lon Pen CeiZinc’s spectacular glass terrace overloooking Abersoch Harbour serves as the perfect place to enjoy breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, dinner or drinks.
Tried and tested many many times before, this is the best pizza in all of North Wales. They use the freshest ingredients and import their flour from Italy creating a deliciously healthy pizza. Open everyday from 4:30pm-9:30pm, this is the perfect spot for dining in or takeaway.
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Crust Pizzeria
Tried and tested many many times before, this is the best pizza in all of North Wales. They use the freshest ingredients and import their flour from Italy creating a deliciously healthy pizza. Open everyday from 4:30pm-9:30pm, this is the perfect spot for dining in or takeaway.
Another local eatery is the Tonnau Restaurant in The Caerwylan Hotel. Dedicated to serving great tasting dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, this is the perfect spot to enjoy an evening meal.
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Tonnerre
Another local eatery is the Tonnau Restaurant in The Caerwylan Hotel. Dedicated to serving great tasting dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, this is the perfect spot to enjoy an evening meal.
Just around the corner from the house, the highly recommended No. 46 is the perfect spot for breakfast, coffee, scones delicous cakes or even a takeway quiche. Friendly staff serve homemade fresh food, Monday to Saturday 8:30-5:30pm throughout the year.
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No. 46 Coffee Shop
46 High StJust around the corner from the house, the highly recommended No. 46 is the perfect spot for breakfast, coffee, scones delicous cakes or even a takeway quiche. Friendly staff serve homemade fresh food, Monday to Saturday 8:30-5:30pm throughout the year.
Sightseeing
Portmeirion is one of North Wales most popular places to visit. And it’s easy to see why, from the architectural heritage, to the stunning coastal location and the sub-tropical gardens. Open daily from morning to evening, all year around and only a short 15 minute drive from our house. Whether you’re a foodie, architectural buff or millennial Instgrammer this has to be top of your list of things to do.
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Portmeirion
Portmeirion is one of North Wales most popular places to visit. And it’s easy to see why, from the architectural heritage, to the stunning coastal location and the sub-tropical gardens. Open daily from morning to evening, all year around and only a short 15 minute drive from our house. Whether you’re a foodie, architectural buff or millennial Instgrammer this has to be top of your list of things to do.
Journey down to Nant Gwrtheryn, in this former quarrying village, the homely cafe serves a variety of meals, snacks and refreshments. As well as some of the most beautiful views along the coast of Lleyn Peninsula, there is a network of walking paths and a Heritage Centre.
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Nant Gwrtheyrn
Journey down to Nant Gwrtheryn, in this former quarrying village, the homely cafe serves a variety of meals, snacks and refreshments. As well as some of the most beautiful views along the coast of Lleyn Peninsula, there is a network of walking paths and a Heritage Centre.
Harlech Castle, built in 1290, is an unmissable combination of magnificent medieval architecture and breathtaking location also, its a World Heritage site!
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Castello di Harlech
Harlech Castle, built in 1290, is an unmissable combination of magnificent medieval architecture and breathtaking location also, its a World Heritage site!
Criccieth Castle is a very short walk from the house, built in the late 13th century, the imposing gatehouse tower give way to panoramic views over Tremadog Bay.
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Castello di Criccieth
Castle StreetCriccieth Castle is a very short walk from the house, built in the late 13th century, the imposing gatehouse tower give way to panoramic views over Tremadog Bay.
Along Harlechs huge stretch of white sandy beach you can kite surf, wind surf and lots more while enjoying views of Snowdonia and the Lleyn Peninsula. On the northern side is the Morfa Harlech Nature Reserve, a haven for rare plant species and birdlife.
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Spiaggia di Harlech
Along Harlechs huge stretch of white sandy beach you can kite surf, wind surf and lots more while enjoying views of Snowdonia and the Lleyn Peninsula. On the northern side is the Morfa Harlech Nature Reserve, a haven for rare plant species and birdlife.
Porth Neigwl
The Ffestiniog Railway takes you on a 13 mile journey from the harbour in Porthmadog to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog. One of the oldest railway companies in the world, they offer an unrivalled journey back into the golden age of rail, while enjoying views of mountains, lakes and waterfalls. The Welsh Highland Railway is the UK’s longest heritage railway and runs for 25 miles. Journey in luxurious first class from Caernarfon, past the foot of Snowdon and the picture postcard village of Beddgelert, then through the stunning Aberglaslyn Pass and on to Porthmadog for an extra special experience.
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Ffestiniog Railway Harbour Station
The Ffestiniog Railway takes you on a 13 mile journey from the harbour in Porthmadog to the slate-quarrying town of Blaenau Ffestiniog. One of the oldest railway companies in the world, they offer an unrivalled journey back into the golden age of rail, while enjoying views of mountains, lakes and waterfalls. The Welsh Highland Railway is the UK’s longest heritage railway and runs for 25 miles. Journey in luxurious first class from Caernarfon, past the foot of Snowdon and the picture postcard village of Beddgelert, then through the stunning Aberglaslyn Pass and on to Porthmadog for an extra special experience.
Hold onto your horses and be prepared for an incredible albeit, hair raising journey down to Nant Gwrtheryn. In this former quarrying village, the homely cafe serves a variety of meals, snacks and refreshments. As well as some of the most beautiful views along the coast of Lleyn Peninsula, there is a network of walking paths and a Heritage Centre. If this doesn’t take your fancy, stroll on down to the private, mile long beach, but be prepared to hike back up to the top!
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Nant Gwrtheyrn
Hold onto your horses and be prepared for an incredible albeit, hair raising journey down to Nant Gwrtheryn. In this former quarrying village, the homely cafe serves a variety of meals, snacks and refreshments. As well as some of the most beautiful views along the coast of Lleyn Peninsula, there is a network of walking paths and a Heritage Centre. If this doesn’t take your fancy, stroll on down to the private, mile long beach, but be prepared to hike back up to the top!
Adventure
Slate Caverns house underground and above ground adventures. With views across Snowdonia from the top of Titan, where you can zip 1890m from half the height of Snowdon, to the world’s only subterranean playground of its kind, Bounce Below, and Caverns, the most incredible underground adventure zip line and adventure course – there is something for everyone in all weathers.
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Zip World Penrhyn Cava
Slate Caverns house underground and above ground adventures. With views across Snowdonia from the top of Titan, where you can zip 1890m from half the height of Snowdon, to the world’s only subterranean playground of its kind, Bounce Below, and Caverns, the most incredible underground adventure zip line and adventure course – there is something for everyone in all weathers.
Slate Caverns house underground and above ground adventures. With views across Snowdonia from the top of Titan, where you can zip 1890m from half the height of Snowdon, to the world’s only subterranean playground of its kind, Bounce Below, and Caverns, the most incredible underground adventure zip line and adventure course – there is something for everyone in all weathers.
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Zip World Fforest
A470Slate Caverns house underground and above ground adventures. With views across Snowdonia from the top of Titan, where you can zip 1890m from half the height of Snowdon, to the world’s only subterranean playground of its kind, Bounce Below, and Caverns, the most incredible underground adventure zip line and adventure course – there is something for everyone in all weathers.
Slate Caverns house underground and above ground adventures. With views across Snowdonia from the top of Titan, where you can zip 1890m from half the height of Snowdon, to the world’s only subterranean playground of its kind, Bounce Below, and Caverns, the most incredible underground adventure zip line and adventure course – there is something for everyone in all weathers.
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Zip World Bounce Below
Slate Caverns house underground and above ground adventures. With views across Snowdonia from the top of Titan, where you can zip 1890m from half the height of Snowdon, to the world’s only subterranean playground of its kind, Bounce Below, and Caverns, the most incredible underground adventure zip line and adventure course – there is something for everyone in all weathers.
We definitely recommend the white water rafting, a favourite of the whole family
Snowdonia Outdoor Adventure
We definitely recommend the white water rafting, a favourite of the whole family
Dragon Raiders Activity Park
Neighbourhoods
Situated on the Cardigan Bay shore of the Lynnpeninsula in the northwest of Wales, Cricciethis known as ‘The Pearl Of Wales On The Shores Of Snowdonia’ and more than livesup to this spectacular description thanks to its setting. The Lleyn Coastal Footpath, which runs through Criccieth, follows the coastline of the peninsular for over 90 miles. The location of Criccieth, on the very edge of Snowdonia, makes it an excellent base for exploring some of the most spectacular scenery that Wales has to offer. Whether you want to soak up the sun on the beach or explore the mountains and hills on your doorstep, Criccieth offers the perfect base from which to explore.
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Criccieth
Situated on the Cardigan Bay shore of the Lynnpeninsula in the northwest of Wales, Cricciethis known as ‘The Pearl Of Wales On The Shores Of Snowdonia’ and more than livesup to this spectacular description thanks to its setting. The Lleyn Coastal Footpath, which runs through Criccieth, follows the coastline of the peninsular for over 90 miles. The location of Criccieth, on the very edge of Snowdonia, makes it an excellent base for exploring some of the most spectacular scenery that Wales has to offer. Whether you want to soak up the sun on the beach or explore the mountains and hills on your doorstep, Criccieth offers the perfect base from which to explore.
Abersoch is a small coastal resort in the heart of Welsh speaking North Wales. A haven for dinghy sailors, jet-skiers and windsurfers, the former fishing port is now a hub for water-based fun. There are two sandy beaches, the main one being the best for sheltered swimming surrounded by postcard-perfect views. Take a boat trip around St Tudwal's Islands to go wildlife watching, take an epic hike in Snowdonia National Park or simply look at Snowdon in all its glory from Abersoch Bay if it's sunny. There are many different places to eat in Abersoch – places such as The Hub, The Dining Room, Fresh Café Bar & Grill, Venetia, The Cove and the restaurant at Porth Tocyn Hotel are all well worth a visit.
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Abersoch
Abersoch is a small coastal resort in the heart of Welsh speaking North Wales. A haven for dinghy sailors, jet-skiers and windsurfers, the former fishing port is now a hub for water-based fun. There are two sandy beaches, the main one being the best for sheltered swimming surrounded by postcard-perfect views. Take a boat trip around St Tudwal's Islands to go wildlife watching, take an epic hike in Snowdonia National Park or simply look at Snowdon in all its glory from Abersoch Bay if it's sunny. There are many different places to eat in Abersoch – places such as The Hub, The Dining Room, Fresh Café Bar & Grill, Venetia, The Cove and the restaurant at Porth Tocyn Hotel are all well worth a visit.
Gwydir Forest Park pretty much surrounds Betws-y-Coed. A magical place of glassy mountain lakes, leafy trails through carpets of bluebells and rushing waterfalls, it's just made for pulling on your walking boots. It's also the gateway to the snowy peaks and dazzling lakes of Snowdonia National Park. With spectacular terrain for hiking, biking, and scrambling. Nothing like outdoor exertion for working up an appetite, is there? Betws-y-Coed is packed with tasty places for reliving adventures over fine food and drink.
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Betws-y-Coed
Gwydir Forest Park pretty much surrounds Betws-y-Coed. A magical place of glassy mountain lakes, leafy trails through carpets of bluebells and rushing waterfalls, it's just made for pulling on your walking boots. It's also the gateway to the snowy peaks and dazzling lakes of Snowdonia National Park. With spectacular terrain for hiking, biking, and scrambling. Nothing like outdoor exertion for working up an appetite, is there? Betws-y-Coed is packed with tasty places for reliving adventures over fine food and drink.